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November 06, 2025 India's Top Current Affairs: November 5-6, 2025

India witnessed significant developments across political, economic, and social spheres over the last 24 hours. The first phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections commenced, while discussions continued between India and the US regarding a bilateral trade agreement. Economically, India is set to reduce direct Russian crude oil imports due to new US sanctions, prompting refiners to seek alternative sources. In a boost for the cooperative sector, Prime Minister Modi lauded Amul and IFFCO for achieving top global rankings. Environmental concerns persist as Delhi's air quality remains in the 'very poor' category. Additionally, new initiatives like the third round of the PLI scheme for Specialty Steel and the Telangana AI Innovation Hub were launched to foster industrial growth and technological advancement. The nation also celebrated Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima with widespread festivities and holidays.

National Politics & Governance:

  • The first phase of polling for the Bihar Assembly Elections is being held today, November 6, across 121 constituencies, with 3.75 crore voters deciding the fate of 1,314 candidates.

  • Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed on November 5 that India and the U.S. are engaged in continuous discussions for a proposed bilateral trade agreement, aiming to more than double bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030 from the current $191 billion.

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian cooperatives Amul and IFFCO for securing the 1st and 2nd ranks respectively in the global ranking for cooperatives, highlighting the vibrant nature and transformative impact of India's cooperative sector.

  • Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, Ministry of Steel, launched the third round of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for Specialty Steel (PLI scheme 1.2) in November 2025, aiming to bolster domestic production of high-value, advanced steel products.

Economy & Business:

  • India is set to reduce its direct imports of Russian crude oil from late November, following new US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, effective November 21. Indian refiners, who accounted for over half of direct Russian crude imports, are largely halting such purchases, leading to a sharp decline in Russian arrivals in December, with gradual recovery projected through early 2026 via intermediaries and alternative trading routes. Refiners plan to diversify supplies from the Middle East, the Americas, West Africa, and Canada.

  • State Bank of India (SBI) executed its first gold transaction as a Special Category Client (SCC) on the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX) at GIFT City, Gujarat, marking a new chapter in India's bullion market reforms.

Environment & Social Issues:

  • Delhi's air quality remained in the 'very poor' category on November 4, with several monitoring stations crossing the 400 Air Quality Index (AQI) mark. Local authorities have issued advisories for schools to reduce outdoor activity and continued implementing measures like construction bans and vehicle restrictions. Doctors have reported a 60% rise in eye problems due to the smog.

  • The Supreme Court of India announced it would deliver a verdict on November 7 regarding the feeding of stray dogs in government and public-sector premises, addressing issues of public safety, municipal responsibilities, and animal welfare concerns.

  • Ganga Utsav 2025 celebrations kicked off across multiple states on November 4, combining cultural festivities with river-conservation drives.

  • India observed a nationwide holiday on November 5, 2025, for Guru Nanak Jayanti (Prakash Utsav or Gurpurab), which coincided with Kartik Purnima, bringing widespread devotion and festivity.

Technology & Innovation:

  • The Government of Telangana established the Telangana Artificial Intelligence Innovation Hub (TAIH) in Hyderabad in November 2025, aiming to boost AI research and development and position Telangana among the top 20 global AI hubs by 2035.

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