Nation Celebrates 150 Years of 'Vande Mataram'
India commenced year-long celebrations for the 150th anniversary of its national song, 'Vande Mataram', on November 7, 2025. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the festivities at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi, also releasing a commemorative coin and postage stamp for the occasion. The Ministry of Culture organized the large-scale cultural program, which saw significant traffic diversions and restrictions across central Delhi. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha also participated in celebrations in Agartala, emphasizing the song's role as a symbol of national unity and integrity.
ATC System Failure Causes Major Flight Delays at Delhi Airport
An Air Traffic Control (ATC) system glitch at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport led to widespread disruptions, delaying over 265 departing flights between 5 a.m. and 2 p.m. on November 7. The technical snag in the automatic message switching system caused a cascading effect, impacting air traffic across the country. The IT ministry has ruled out the possibility of a cyber-attack as the cause of the failure.
Supreme Court Orders Removal of Stray Dogs from Public Institutions
Addressing the "alarming rise" in dog-bite incidents, the Supreme Court on Friday directed all states and Union Territories to ensure the removal of stray dogs from educational institutions, hospitals, public sports complexes, bus stands, and railway stations. The court mandated that these public spaces be properly fenced to prevent the entry of stray dogs. Additionally, the directive specified that collected stray dogs should be transferred to designated shelters after vaccination and sterilization, and not released back to their original spots.
Indian Navy Boosts Indigenous Production
Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff, announced that the Indian Navy is receiving a new domestically-built warship or submarine approximately every two months. Speaking at the India Defence Conclave, he highlighted the nation's strategic focus on self-reliant production and technological independence. The Navy aims to expand its fleet to over 200 combat ships and submarines by 2035, with 52 units currently on order and being constructed in Indian shipyards.
Rahul Gandhi Renews "Vote Theft" Allegations
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reiterated his accusations against the BJP, alleging "wholesale theft" of elections and stating that Narendra Modi became Prime Minister by "stealing" elections. This comes amidst ongoing political discourse and election-related developments.
CAG Approves New Specialized Audit Cadres
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has granted in-principle approval for the establishment of two new specialized cadres within the Indian Audit and Accounts Department: the Central Revenue Audit (CRA) Cadre and the Central Expenditure Audit (CEA) Cadre. These cadres, set to be operational from January 1, 2026, aim to enhance expertise and audit quality by mirroring international practices where revenue and expenditure audits are handled by specialized verticals.
Donald Trump Hints at Future India Visit
Former US President Donald Trump indicated a possible visit to India next year, noting positive discussions with the Indian Prime Minister. Trump also reiterated his claim of having resolved a past India-Pakistan conflict within 24 hours through the threat of tariffs. India is also slated to host the Quad summit, bringing together leaders from Australia, Japan, and the United States, although specific dates are yet to be announced.
Tripura SSA Teachers Threaten Mass Protest
Teachers under Tripura's Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) have announced plans for a large-scale agitation, accusing the state government of failing to implement a High Court order regarding their regularization. The Tripura SSA Employees' Association highlighted that despite a 2021 High Court directive for regularization, the state government challenged the order in the Supreme Court. A massive rally and deputation to the Director of Primary Education are planned for November 12, 2025.
SOP Issued for Aadhaar Enrollment for Destitute Persons with Disabilities
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, through its Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to streamline Aadhaar enrollment for destitute persons with disabilities aged 18 and above.