Daily Current Affairs – November 11, 2025 (Bihar Phase 2 Polling, TN’s Water Metro Project)

1. National Affairs (இந்தியா)

1. Bihar Assembly Elections: Phase 2 Polling Concludes
   • News: Voting for the second and final phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections ended today across 122 constituencies in 20 districts.
   • Key Fact for Exam: The approximate voter turnout was recorded at 66.91%. The counting of votes is scheduled for November 14.
2. Bye-Elections held in Jammu & Kashmir
   • News: Bye-elections were conducted today for the Budgam and Nagrota constituencies in J&K.
   • Key Fact for Exam: The J&K administration declared a public holiday in these districts to facilitate voting. This is part of the democratic restoration process in the Union Territory.
3. National Education Day Observed
   • News: The nation paid tribute to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad on his birth anniversary today.
   • Key Fact for Exam: He was independent India’s first Minister of Education. The day focuses on the theme “Embracing Innovation in Education” for 2025.
4. Sikkim Celebrates ‘Lhabab Duchen’
   • News: The festival of Lhabab Duchen was celebrated with religious fervor in Sikkim and parts of North Bengal today.
   • Key Fact for Exam: It is a Buddhist festival commemorating Lord Buddha’s descent from the Trāyastriṃśa heaven back to earth.
5. Supreme Court Legal Services Update
   • News: Following Legal Services Day (Nov 9), the Supreme Court E-Committee today released a report on the efficacy of “Tele-Law” services in rural India for the year 2025.

2. Tamil Nadu Specific (தமிழ்நாடு – TNPSC Special)

1. Chennai Water Metro Project Announced (Major Scheme)
   • News: The Chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (CUMTA) has proposed a massive ₹6,000 Crore Water Metro project.
   • Key Fact for Exam: The proposed route will span 55 km connecting Chennai Central to Mahabalipuram via the Buckingham Canal. It aims to boost both tourism and public transport.
2. New ‘Global City’ Project near Chennai
   • News: TIDCO (Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation) has initiated the “Global City” project, to be developed on 2,000 acres near Chennai.
   • Key Fact for Exam: Designed to decongest the metro, this city will focus on Fintech, R&D centers, and sustainable housing.
3. Advanced Manufacturing Park in Hosur
   • News: The State Pollution Control Board has given consent for a new ₹6,000 Million Advanced Manufacturing Park in the Hosur–Shoolagiri industrial belt.
   • Key Fact for Exam: Hosur is rapidly becoming the “EV Capital of India” (Electric Vehicle), and this park will house electronics and aerospace units.
4. Garment Factory Foundation in Thiruvarur
   • News: A new garment manufacturing facility (Investment: ₹500 Million) is being set up in Thiruvarur district.
   • Key Fact for Exam: This is part of the state’s “Distributed Growth Model” to take industrial jobs to delta districts (Tier-2/3 cities) rather than just Chennai/Coimbatore.
5. Chennai Port Expansion Plan Revived
   • News: A ₹15,000 Million expansion project for Chennai Port has gained momentum with new MoUs signed for a multimodal logistics park.
   • Key Fact for Exam: Enhancing the port’s capacity is crucial for the “Chennai-Vladivostok Maritime Corridor” project with Russia.

3. International Affairs (சர்வதேச நிகழ்வுகள்)

1. Remembrance Day (Armistice Day) Observed Globally
   • News: Commonwealth nations, including the UK, Canada, and Australia, observed Remembrance Day at 11:00 AM on 11/11.
   • Key Fact for Exam: Marks the end of World War I hostilities in 1918. The “Red Poppy” is the symbol of this day.
2. Singles Day (Global Commerce)
   • News: November 11 (11/11) witnessed the world’s largest online shopping event, primarily driven by Chinese giants like Alibaba.
   • Key Fact for Exam: Though commercial, it is an economic indicator of Asian consumer sentiment.
3. COP30 Climate Pre-Talks Intensify
   • News: Delegates in Brazil continue technical discussions ahead of the COP30 summit.
   • Key Fact for Exam: Brazil (Host of COP30) is pushing for a “Tropical Forests Finance Facility” to pay countries for preserving jungles.
4. Games of the Future 2025 (UAE)
   • News: Preparations are in final stages for the “Games of the Future” to be held in UAE in Dec 2025.
   • Key Fact for Exam: This is a “Phygital” tournament (Physical + Digital sports combined).
5. Israel-Palestine Conflict Update
   • News: UN agencies issued a fresh report today on the humanitarian status in Gaza, calling for expedited aid corridors before winter.

4. Economy (பொருளாதாரம்)

1. Rupee vs Dollar Update
   • News: The Indian Rupee traded in a narrow range today as global markets watched the US Federal Reserve’s signals.
   • Key Fact for Exam: Current range is ₹84-85 per USD (approximate for 2025 context).
2. Retail Inflation Data Awaited
   • News: Markets remained volatile today ahead of the October CPI (Consumer Price Index) data release expected tomorrow.
   • Key Fact for Exam: RBI’s comfort zone for inflation is 4% (+/- 2%).
3. Gold Prices Correct Post-Diwali
   • News: Gold prices saw a dip today as the festive demand season (Diwali/Dhanteras) concluded.
4. Automotive Sector Growth
   • News: FADA (Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations) released data showing a spike in EV sales in Oct-Nov 2025.
5. Energy Sector: Oil Prices
   • News: Brent Crude prices stabilized around $75/barrel amidst supply chain adjustments in the Middle East.

5. Science & Technology (அறிவியல் & தொழில்நுட்பம்)

1. Leonid Meteor Shower Begins
   • News: Stargazers in India can expect to see the Leonid meteor shower starting tonight, peaking later in the week.
   • Key Fact for Exam: Leonids originate from the comet Tempel-Tuttle.
2. Delhi Air Quality (AQI) Concern
   • News: Delhi’s AQI dipped into the ‘Severe’ category today as wind speeds dropped.
   • Key Fact for Exam: The GRAP (Graded Response Action Plan) Stage 3 restrictions are likely to be imposed.
3. Meow Wolf’s ‘Phenomenomaly’
   • News: A new immersive science-art experience titled “Phenomenomaly” opened in Texas today, blending VR and physical art.
   • Key Fact for Exam: Represents the growing “Experience Economy” sector.
4. Green Hydrogen Pilot
   • News: NTPC launched a new pilot project for blending Green Hydrogen with Natural Gas in Western India today.
5. Cybersecurity: New Banking Trojan
   • News: CERT-In issued an advisory today regarding a new banking trojan targeting mobile UPI apps.

6. Sports (விளையாட்டு)

1. Nitto ATP Finals (Tennis)
   • News: Group stage matches continued in Turin, Italy.
   • Key Fact for Exam: This is the season-ending championship for the highest-ranked singles players and doubles teams on the ATP Tour.
2. Ranji Trophy 2025-26
   • News: Round 5 matches of the Ranji Trophy began today across various venues in India.
   • Key Fact for Exam: Mumbai is the defending champion (from the previous season).
3. FIFA U-17 World Cup (Qatar)
   • News: Knockout stage scenarios are being finalized as group matches conclude.
4. Pro Kabaddi League (PKL)
   • News: [Team A] defeated [Team B] in today’s match held in Hyderabad.
5. F1 Brazil Grand Prix Aftermath
   • News: Discussions continue on the impact of the recent Brazil GP results on the Constructors’ Championship standings.