A Global Inflection Point: November 10, 2025
The world narrative on November 10, 2025, was defined by a critical confluence of geopolitical realignments, escalating conflicts, and profound environmental vulnerability, set against a backdrop of deep domestic political fractures and scientific breakthroughs. From Washington’s last-minute aversion of a government shutdown to a deadly explosion near Delhi's Red Fort, and from a major quantum technology discovery at Stanford to rising authoritarian trends across Africa, the global landscape signaled an age of strategic divergence and heightened stakes.
This comprehensive news blog draws on reports spanning international crises, economic shifts, and regional security developments, providing a detailed overview of the day's key events.
Nov 10 News: US shutdown ends, Trump pardons, Delhi blast, Ukraine grid attack, Typhoon Fung-wong, Stanford quantum crystal STO, JLN demolition.
I. Global Geopolitics: Indo-Pacific Realignments and Great Power Competition
The Indo-Pacific region is undergoing a significant strategic recalibration, moving from rhetorical "de-risking" to tangible geopolitical and economic realignments.
The US-China Strategic Reset
A landmark economic and trade accord was reached between the administrations of Donald J. Trump and Xi Jinping following their meeting in South Korea. This "strategic reset" involves key concessions from both sides:
- China’s Commitments: Beijing agreed to suspend the global rollout of new export controls on rare earths and critical minerals. It also committed to issuing general licenses for U.S. access to gallium, germanium, antimony, graphite, and rare earths, and ending retaliatory tariffs imposed since March 4, 2025.
- US Concessions: The U.S. agreed to roll back certain tariffs on Chinese imports, specifically removing a 10-percentage-point tariff tier effective November 10, 2025, and suspending further tariffs under a one-year framework.
- Economic Impact: This accord shifts leverage in global supply chains, potentially reducing the risk of Chinese supply-side chokepoints for U.S. allies such as Japan and South Korea. Furthermore, China committed to purchasing at least 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans in late 2025 and 25 million tons annually through 2028, reinvigorating American farm exposure in Asia.
However, this de-escalation in direct trade confrontation coexists with a broader U.S. strategy to stitch together regional industrial alliances (including with Japan and the Republic of Korea) to secure sensitive supply chains.
Deepening Sino-Russian Strategic Axis
In a clear counter-narrative to Western pressure, Moscow and Beijing continued to deepen their economic and strategic partnership. Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin’s "very important" visit to Beijing (beginning November 3, 2025) focused on anchoring cooperation in industrial technology and energy—areas deemed "less vulnerable to external shocks".
- Strategic Alignment: During a bilateral meeting on November 4, 2025, President Xi Jinping and Mishustin reaffirmed the "higher-level and higher-quality development" of relations, calling consolidation a "strategic choice". Russia reiterated its commitment to the One-China Policy and opposition to Taiwanese independence.
- Economic Dynamics: Both nations are focusing on longer-term, strategically-oriented sectors like energy, agriculture, aerospace, and the digital economy to anchor their relationship. Despite this commitment, bilateral trade has shown recent signs of strain, with Chinese exports to Russia dropping 21% year-on-year in September. The partnership is framed by both sides as a stabilizing force against Western pressure, emphasizing "de-dollarisation" and shared geopolitical positioning.
Hardening Military Postures
The hard-power landscape in the Indo-Pacific hardened perceptibly this week.
- China’s Naval Leap: On November 5, 2025, President Xi Jinping presided over the commissioning ceremony of China's third-generation aircraft carrier, the Fujian (Hull No. 18), marking its formal induction into the PLAN fleet. The Fujian is the nation’s first fully indigenous design and the first to incorporate an advanced electromagnetic aircraft-launch system (EMALS), allowing it to deploy heavier and more advanced aviation assets, including the stealth J-35 fighter. This event symbolizes China’s growing blue-water ambition and heightens capacity for maritime power projection beyond coastal waters.
- Australia’s Response: Australia announced a "more aggressive defence posture," citing China's rapid military expansion and the growing risk to Australian sea-trade routes through the South China Sea. This includes the acquisition of Japanese frigates, development of submarine drones with U.S.-based firm Anduril Industries, and expansion of shipbuilding infrastructure.
- Korean Peninsula Flare-up: Tensions spiked after North Korea launched a suspected short-range ballistic missile on November 7, 2025, which traveled approximately 700 km. South Korea's Defence Intelligence Agency assessed that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un could initiate a nuclear test in the near term at the Punggye-ri site. Pyongyang vowed retaliation against the latest round of U.S. sanctions targeting cyber-money-laundering activities. North Korea’s missile portfolio now includes diverse systems, from short-range to intercontinental variants (Hwasong-15 and Hwasong-17) capable of reaching the continental U.S..
Technology and Trade Divergence
The global technological ecosystem is actively being re-routed, emphasizing strategic self-sufficiency.
- China’s AI Chip Ban: Beijing issued new guidance mandating that state-funded data centers use exclusively domestically-manufactured AI chips, instructing projects less than 30% complete to remove or cancel planned foreign chip purchases. This aggressive move is interpreted as accelerating decoupling from U.S.-led supply chains and shielding domestic chipmakers like Huawei and Cambricon.
- India’s Deep-Tech Leap: In contrast, India is bolstering its capabilities with foreign partners. Nvidia joined the India Deep Tech Alliance (IDTA) as a strategic advisor and founding member, securing over USD 850 million in new capital commitments from investors like Qualcomm Ventures and InfoEdge Ventures. The IDTA aims to close the funding gap for startups in critical sectors like AI, semiconductors, and robotics.
- Automotive Pivot: Major Japanese automakers, including Toyota and Honda, are channeling over US$11 billion into India to scale manufacturing and exports, marking a significant strategic shift away from China. This pivot is driven by concerns over fierce local competition and geopolitical risks in China.
II. Conflicts, Security, and Humanitarian Crises
Major security incidents rocked Ukraine, India, and the Middle East, highlighting pervasive instability.
Escalation in Ukraine
The conflict in Eastern Europe saw one of its most severe escalations, with Russia unleashing a massive aerial assault.
- Infrastructure Destruction: Russia fired 45 missiles (including ballistic variants) and 450 drones across nine Ukrainian regions, specifically targeting the energy infrastructure, plunging millions into pre-winter blackouts in cities like Kyiv and Kharkiv. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appealed for 25 additional Patriot systems from NATO allies.
- Frontline Fighting: The Ukrainian military denied that Russian troops had managed to encircle the embattled city of Pokrovsk in eastern Donetsk Oblast, but admitted that logistics for supplying troops there are difficult. The 7th Rapid Response Corps reported 132 Russian assaults in the Pokrovsk sector over the past week.
- Strikes in Russia and Crimea: Explosions were reported in the Russian Black Sea port of Tuapse overnight amid reported Ukrainian sea drone attacks. Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SSO) claimed a "successful" drone attack on the Hvardiiske oil depot near Simferopol in Russian-occupied Crimea, marking the third hit on that target in a month.
- Political Stance: Ukraine's former military chief, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, reiterated in an opinion piece that a comprehensive peace deal to end the war is "premature," stressing that such tough negotiations could take months or years.
Delhi Explosion and Terror Module Busted
South Asia grappled with severe security concerns.
- Red Fort Blast: A car explosion near India's historic Red Fort in Delhi killed at least eight people (three in the car) and injured 20 others at a midday traffic light. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences, and Home Minister Amit Shah mobilized NSG and NIA teams to investigate potential terrorism links.
- J&K Terror Cell: Jammu & Kashmir Police announced the arrest of seven individuals, including two doctors, for operating an interstate and transnational terror module linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH). Authorities seized 2,900 kg of IED-making materials, arms, and ammunition. This follows an earlier report of a doctor's arrest in Faridabad with 350 kg of explosives and guns.
Israel-Palestine Tensions
Despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that came into effect last month, violations mounted.
- Gaza Strikes: Israeli drone strikes killed two in Gaza, including a child, with Hamas condemning the "daily and continuous violations". Residents described the situation as "war by another name".
- Soldier’s Remains Returned: Hamas returned the body of Israeli soldier Hadar Goldin, who was reported killed in 2014, as part of the ceasefire deal.
- West Bank Violence: Israeli settlers intensified violence, attacking Palestinian olive harvesters near Beita and injuring two Reuters journalists.
India’s Ghee Adulteration Row
An SIT investigation revealed that the famous Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, was supplied with adulterated ghee (containing palm oil, palm kernel oil, and palmolein) worth Rs 250.80 crore between 2019 and 2024. The directors of the dairy company responsible have been arrested.
III. US Domestic Politics and Economic Affairs
Government Shutdown Averted (For Now)
The longest-running U.S. government shutdown, which entered its 40th day, neared its end following a crucial Senate breakthrough.
- Senate Vote: The Senate voted 60-40 on Sunday to advance a compromise funding bill. At least eight Democrats backed the agreement proposed by President Donald Trump and the Republicans. The bill moves to the House of Representatives for approval before heading to President Trump for his signature.
- Political Friction: The compromise legislation funds the government through mid-December or late January 2026 and provides retroactive pay for furloughed federal workers. However, it delays a vote on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits that expire January 1, 2026, drawing sharp rebukes from progressive Democrats who called it a "capitulation to corporate interests".
Sweeping Pardons
President Trump further polarized discourse by issuing pardons to dozens of allies allegedly involved in efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Those granted pardons include former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, former close advisor Mark Meadows, and others named as alternative state electors. These actions are limited to federal charges, sidestepping ongoing state prosecutions in Georgia and Michigan.
Economic Indicators
The financial markets update for the week ending November 10, 2025, showed mixed signals.
- Hiring Rebound: Private sector hiring rebounded in October, adding 42,000 jobs—the first monthly gain since July. Wage growth remained steady, with annual pay rising 4.5% for employees who stayed in their jobs and 6.7% for those who changed positions.
- Business Activity: Business activity surveys were mixed: the ISM Manufacturing Index registered 48.7%, marking the eighth straight month of contraction (below the 50% threshold). In contrast, the ISM Services Index increased to 52.4%, signaling the fifth consecutive month of expanding activity in the services sector.
- Consumer Debt: U.S. consumer debt delinquencies stabilized in the third quarter of 2025 at an "elevated" 4.5% of outstanding debt, up only 0.1 percentage points from the prior quarter. Household debt grew at a moderate 1% pace to $18.59 trillion.
IV. Climate Crisis and Natural Disasters
The severe impacts of climate change were dramatically realized across the Asia-Pacific region, coinciding with stalled international diplomatic efforts.
Typhoon Fury in Asia
The Pacific rim bore the brunt of meteorological fury.
- Super Typhoon Fung-wong, packing 140 mph winds, slammed the Philippines, triggering landslides and floods that displaced over 1.4 million people and killed at least four. This event compounded damage from the prior Typhoon Kalmaegi, which killed nearly 200 people.
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared emergencies in affected provinces. The storm is now tracking toward Taiwan. Scientists warn that warming sea-surface temperatures are making typhoons more intense and destructive.
COP30 Climate Summit Opens Without US
The pivotal UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) opened in Belém, Brazil, hosting 200 nations.
- US Boycott: The Trump administration announced a boycott of the summit, with U.S. lobbyists reportedly working to derail fossil fuel phase-outs, frustrating Pacific island delegates who warn of existential sea-level threats.
- Urgent Calls: UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva emphasized that the era of half-measures is over and called for a “decade of acceleration and delivery”. Key outcomes included the launch of the $125 billion Tropical Forests Forever Facility.
- WMO Warning: The World Meteorological Organization confirmed that 2025 is set to be the second or third warmest year on record, with greenhouse gas emissions at their highest in 800,000 years.
Domestic Pollution Crisis
The protest against rising air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region at India Gate on Sunday led to the Delhi Police registering an FIR against unknown persons for violating prohibitory orders. The police cited Section 163 BNSS as being in force in the entire New Delhi District, except Jantar Mantar. The severity of the air quality was underscored by an IPS officer's complaint of severe throat pain and a burning sensation in Delhi, likening the experience to having "inhaled a thousand cigarettes".
V. Scientific Breakthroughs and Technology Innovation
Quantum Crystal Discovery at Stanford
Stanford University scientists reported a significant breakthrough that could transform quantum technology: the discovery that strontium titanate (STO), a cheap and abundant crystal, exhibits extraordinary optical and mechanical behavior when frozen to near absolute zero.
- Extreme Performance: STO not only maintains but enhances its performance at cryogenic temperatures, outperforming every comparable material tested in cold environments. Its electro-optic effects are 40 times stronger than lithium niobate, the current leading material.
- Key Properties: STO is highly "non-linear," allowing electric fields to dramatically shift its optical and mechanical properties. It is also piezoelectric, meaning it physically expands and contracts in response to electric fields, making it ideal for electromechanical components needed for quantum transducers, space exploration, and cryogenic fuel systems.
- Enhancement: Researchers enhanced STO’s performance further by replacing certain oxygen atoms with heavier isotopes, increasing the material's tunability by a factor of four. The research was partially funded by Samsung Electronics and Google’s quantum computing division.
Google’s 7th-Gen AI Chip
Google announced the general availability of Ironwood, its seventh-generation Tensor Processing Unit (TPU). Ironwood delivers over four times the performance of its predecessor and can scale up to 9,216 chips per pod, challenging Nvidia’s dominance in AI compute. Anthropic plans to deploy up to 1 million Ironwood chips to power its Claude model.
VI. African Democracy at a Crossroads (Elections in 2025)
Approximately 11 African countries are expected to hold elections in 2025 amid a broader trend of democratic regression, driven by military coups, authoritarian rule, and the weakening of democratic institutions.
Rise of Authoritarianism
- Coups and Alliances: Between 2020 and 2024, coups occurred in Burkina Faso, Gabon, Guinea, Mali, and Niger. A significant development is the surge of pan-Africanism among juntas, with Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger withdrawing from ECOWAS and establishing the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), seeking alliances with China and Russia.
- Constitutional Manipulation: In the Central African Republic (CAR) (elections Dec 2025), a new constitution extended the presidential term from five to seven years, allowing President Faustin-Archange Touadéra to seek re-election. Similarly, Togo undertook controversial constitutional amendments to transform into a Parliamentary system where the President is no longer directly elected by the people but voted for by the National Assembly—a move seen as perpetuating the Gnassingbé family’s power.
- Cameroon: President Paul Biya, who has ruled since 1982, is set to contest the October 2025 election for the 8th time. The election will proceed amidst the ongoing Anglophone crisis and concerns about Biya’s age (in his 90s) and succession.
- Guinea: The military junta, led by Colonel Mamadi Doumbouya, has been slow in implementing electoral reforms following the 2021 coup. A referendum to determine set term limits for political offices is expected in May 2025.
- Gabon: Presidential elections are fixed for April 12, 2025, following the 2023 military coup that ended the Bongo family's 50-year rule.
Democratic Resilience
Some nations demonstrate institutional integrity and trust in electoral systems:
- Malawi: The country gained credibility after its Constitutional Court overturned the 2019 presidential election results in 2020. The upcoming presidential election is scheduled for September 2025.
- Seychelles: Ranked by V-Dem as Africa's only liberal democracy and the best-governed country on the continent. The least populated country in Africa, Seychelles has a relatively stable electoral process, with the last election seeing a peaceful transfer of power in 2020. Elections are expected in September 2025.
VII. Other Domestic and Judicial Developments
Legal and Judicial Updates
- Indian Supreme Court on Judges: The Supreme Court issued a strong warning against the "growing trend" of litigants and lawyers making "scurrilous and scandalous allegations against judges".
- Women’s Reservation Act (India): The Supreme Court of India questioned delays in implementing the Women’s Reservation Act, which mandates 33% representation for women in Parliament. Justice B.V. Nagarathna emphasized that women are the "largest minority" and questioned why their political rights should be contingent on the next census and delimitation exercise.
- Yoon Suk-yeol Indicted: Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol was indicted on charges of ordering drone flights over North Korea in a deliberate bid to stoke tensions and justify his plans to declare martial law in December 2024. Yoon was impeached and remains in jail.
Infrastructure and Media
- Nehru Stadium Demolition: The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi, which hosted the 1982 Asian Games and the 2010 Commonwealth Games, is set to be demolished to make space for a Sports City. The stadium, which underwent a major upgrade for CWG 2010 costing Rs 961 crore, will be replaced by a sports city featuring venues for all major disciplines and residential facilities.
- BBC Leadership Crisis: The BBC faced a major credibility crisis, leading to the resignations of Director-General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness. The crisis centered on controversy over the editing of a Donald Trump speech in a documentary, which critics claimed misleadingly suggested he incited the January 6 Capitol riot. Trump threatened a $1 billion lawsuit.
Sports and Local News
- Transgender Athletes: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is reportedly set to ban all transgender athletes and those with differences of sexual development (DSD) from competing in female events at the Olympics starting early next year, following a science-based review.
- MLB Betting Scandal: Two Cleveland Guardians pitchers, Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, were indicted for their part in a sports betting and money laundering conspiracy, allegedly taking bribes to give advance notice of the pitches they would throw.
- Wisconsin Politics: Gov. Tony Evers (D-WI) urged the U.S. Court of Appeals to reject the Trump Administration's attempt to halt SNAP payments, which provide food assistance to nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites. The Legislative Audit Bureau found "sloppiness" in the Evers Administration's grant programs (Dairy and Meat Processor Infrastructure Grants), noting insufficient documentation for awarded amounts and delays in announcing grants.
World News Digest: Major Global Events of 10 November 2025
Politics
United States: Trump Pardons Allies in 2020 Election Efforts
President Donald Trump issued sweeping, unconditional pardons to several key allies involved in efforts to overturn the 2020 U.S. presidential election. Those pardoned include Rudy Giuliani (former personal lawyer), Mark Meadows (former chief of staff), Sidney Powell and John Eastman (attorneys), and others who acted as “fake electors” in various states. The proclamation, posted by the Justice Department’s pardon attorney, explicitly excludes Trump himself and applies only to federal crimes, not state charges. The move underscores Trump’s ongoing campaign to rewrite the narrative of the 2020 election and follows earlier pardons of hundreds of January 6 rioters. The White House did not immediately comment on the decision.
The pardons have sparked significant debate about the use of presidential clemency powers and their implications for U.S. democracy. Critics argue that the pardons undermine accountability for attempts to subvert the electoral process, while supporters claim they are necessary for “national reconciliation.” The legal and political ramifications are expected to reverberate as state-level prosecutions continue.
India: Supreme Court Questions Delay in Women’s Reservation Act Implementation
India’s Supreme Court began hearing a petition challenging delays in implementing the Women’s Reservation Act, which promises 33% representation for women in Parliament and state assemblies. The Act, passed in 2023, ties implementation to the completion of the next census and delimitation exercise, with no clear timeline. Justice B.V. Nagarathna described women as the “largest minority” in India and questioned why their political rights should be contingent on uncertain future events. The court issued notice to the government, seeking clarification on the rationale for the delay.
The case highlights ongoing struggles for gender equality in Indian politics. Despite women constituting nearly half the population, their representation in Parliament remains below 15%. The petition argues that further delays perpetuate political inequality and undermine the Act’s intent.
Pakistan: Controversial Constitutional Amendment Expands Military Power
- Pakistan’s 27th Constitutional Amendment, introduced on 8 November 2025, seeks to expand the military’s authority and diminish judicial independence. The amendment proposes creating a powerful Field Marshal/Chief of Defence Forces with control over all military, intelligence, and paramilitary forces, while placing the judiciary under executive control and curbing provincial autonomy. Critics warn that the move threatens democracy, federalism, and civilian governance, with significant implications for regional stability, especially concerning India and Afghanistan.
Jammu & Kashmir: Major Terror Module Busted
- Jammu & Kashmir Police announced the arrest of seven individuals, including two doctors, for operating an inter-state and transnational terror module linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH). Authorities seized 2,900 kg of IED-making materials, arms, and ammunition during coordinated raids across multiple states. The investigation revealed a sophisticated network involving radicalized professionals, encrypted communications, and fundraising through academic and social channels. The group is accused of recruiting, indoctrinating, and supplying logistics for terrorist activities.
International Conflicts and Security
Middle East: Gaza and Regional Tensions
Despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, Israeli air raids and drone attacks continued in Gaza, killing at least two people, including a child, on 10 November. The Israeli army claimed those killed “posed an immediate threat.” Since the ceasefire took effect in October, over 240 Palestinians have been killed, with humanitarian aid severely restricted. Israel also handed over the bodies of 15 Palestinian prisoners as part of the ceasefire deal. In southern Lebanon, Israeli drone strikes killed one person, escalating cross-border tensions.
Talks between Hamas officials and mediators focused on the fate of hundreds of fighters trapped in tunnels in Rafah, southern Gaza. Hamas reiterated its commitment to the ceasefire, accusing Israel of daily violations, including attacks, arrests, and demolition of homes. The humanitarian situation remains dire, with widespread hunger, disease, and infrastructure destruction. The UN and aid agencies continue to call for unimpeded access and protection for civilians.
Israeli settler violence against Palestinians and journalists in the West Bank has intensified. On 10 November, settlers attacked villagers and journalists during the olive harvest, injuring several, including Reuters staff. The Foreign Press Association condemned the attacks and urged Israeli authorities to ensure the safety of journalists. The UN and human rights groups have documented a surge in settler violence, property destruction, and forced displacement in the West Bank.
US envoys, including Jared Kushner, met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire and plans for disarming Hamas and demilitarizing Gaza. Netanyahu reiterated that Israel would not allow Turkish participation in any international stabilization force. The talks reflect ongoing complexities in achieving a durable peace and addressing the future governance of Gaza.
South and East Asia: Typhoon Fung-wong Devastates the Philippines
Typhoon Fung-wong struck the northern Philippines as a super typhoon, killing at least eight people and displacing over 1.4 million. The storm made landfall in Aurora province on 9 November, bringing winds of up to 185 km/h and gusts of 230 km/h. It caused widespread flooding, landslides, power outages, and infrastructure damage across Luzon, the country’s most populous island. Over 400 flights were canceled, and more than 6,600 people were stranded in ports. Rescue and recovery operations are ongoing, with authorities warning of continued risks from heavy rains and landslides.
The disaster follows closely after Typhoon Kalmaegi, which killed at least 224 people in the Philippines and five in Vietnam. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a state of emergency due to the compounded devastation. Scientists warn that climate change is making typhoons more intense and destructive, with warmer oceans fueling rapid storm intensification and heavier rainfall.
Indo-Pacific: Quad Naval Exercise Malabar 2025
The Quad’s Malabar 2025 naval exercise commenced off Guam, involving India, the United States, Japan, and Australia. Indian guided-missile stealth frigate INS Sahyadri joined American, Australian, and Japanese warships for advanced combat maneuvers, anti-submarine warfare, and joint fleet operations. The exercise aims to enhance interoperability and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific, signaling a collective resolve to counter regional threats, particularly amid concerns over China’s assertiveness.
The exercise underscores India’s commitment to a rules-based Indo-Pacific order and its growing indigenous naval capabilities. The event comes as the Quad leaders’ summit, initially planned for India, was postponed, but military cooperation remains robust.
Environment
COP30 Climate Summit Opens in Belém, Brazil
The UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) opened in Belém, Brazil, with urgent calls for accelerated action to keep global warming below 1.5°C. UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva emphasized that the era of half-measures is over and that climate change is a present tragedy, not just a future threat. Guterres highlighted that political courage, not technology or finance, is the main obstacle to progress, and called for a “decade of acceleration and delivery”.
Key outcomes and pledges from the Leaders’ Summit include:
- Launch of the $125 billion Tropical Forests Forever Facility to reward nations for conserving rainforests.
- Commitments to quadruple sustainable fuel production, recognize Indigenous land rights, and link climate action to poverty and hunger reduction.
- Calls to triple renewable energy capacity, double energy efficiency, and mobilize $1.3 trillion annually for climate action in developing countries by 2035.
- Emphasis on adaptation, resilience, and climate justice, with developing countries demanding a tripling of adaptation finance by 2030.
The World Meteorological Organization’s State of the Climate Update confirmed that 2025 is set to be the second or third warmest year on record, with greenhouse gas emissions at their highest in 800,000 years. The Amazon, as the world’s largest tropical rainforest, is both a vital carbon sink and a frontline in the fight against deforestation and climate change. The summit’s location in Belém underscores the stakes for global climate action.
UNHCR Report: Extreme Weather Drives Displacement
A new UNHCR report revealed that 117 million people are displaced globally, with three out of four living in countries facing high-to-extreme climate hazards. Over the past decade, weather-related disasters have caused 250 million internal displacements—about 70,000 per day. Refugee camps in Africa and Asia are increasingly at risk, with projections that by 2050, the hottest camps could face nearly 200 days of extreme heat stress annually, rendering them uninhabitable. Environmental degradation, land loss, and water scarcity are fueling conflict and recruitment into armed groups, particularly in the Sahel region.
The report calls for urgent inclusion of displaced people in national climate plans and for climate finance to reach frontline communities. Funding shortfalls and inequitable distribution of climate finance leave millions unprotected, exacerbating humanitarian crises.
India: Dumpsite Remediation Accelerator Programme (DRAP) and Urban Investment Window (UiWIN) Launched
- India launched DRAP and UiWIN to eliminate legacy dumpsites by 2026 and make cities cleaner and investment-ready. DRAP targets 214 high-load landfills, aiming to remediate 8.8 crore tonnes of waste and reclaim land for parks and community use. The program follows a 5P framework: Political leadership, Public finance, Public advocacy, Project management, and Partnerships. UiWIN is designed to mobilize private and multilateral capital for urban infrastructure, supporting sustainable urban renewal.
Science and Technology
Google Launches Ironwood: 7th-Generation AI Chip
Google announced the general availability of Ironwood, its seventh-generation Tensor Processing Unit (TPU), marking a major leap in AI hardware. Ironwood delivers over four times the performance of its predecessor and can scale up to 9,216 chips per pod, enabling efficient training and inference for large language models and multi-modal AI. Anthropic, an AI startup, plans to deploy up to 1 million Ironwood chips to power its Claude model, signaling a direct challenge to Nvidia’s dominance in the AI compute market.
Ironwood’s system-level design maximizes performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, with advanced inter-chip connectivity and high-bandwidth memory. The chip is already being adopted by major AI companies and is expected to accelerate breakthroughs in generative AI, agentic workflows, and real-time inference. Google also introduced new Arm-based Axion virtual machines for general-purpose compute, further expanding its cloud infrastructure offerings.
India: First Tribal-Focused Genome Project Launched
- Gujarat launched India’s first tribal genome project, led by the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre (GBRC), to address genetic disorders prevalent in tribal populations. The initiative will sequence 2,000 tribal genomes across 17 districts, creating a reference database for affordable diagnostics, genetic counseling, and targeted treatments for conditions like sickle cell anemia and thalassemia. The project is part of the broader Genome India Project and aims to advance precision medicine for marginalized communities.
World Science Day for Peace and Development
- World Science Day was observed globally on 10 November, with the 2025 theme “Unleash Your Inner Scientist.” The day, established by UNESCO, highlights the role of science in fostering peace, sustainable development, and public engagement. Activities focused on encouraging students and young people to pursue curiosity-driven learning and innovation to address global challenges such as climate change, health crises, and resource management.
Economy and Trade
Global Trade: Strong Growth Amid Uncertainty
Global trade expanded by over $500 billion in the first half of 2025, driven by developing economies and robust South–South trade. The manufacturing sector, especially electronics and AI-related goods, led the growth, while trade in natural resources declined due to lower fossil fuel prices. Despite persistent geopolitical tensions and U.S. trade policy uncertainty, the outlook for 2025 remains positive, with trade projected to reach record highs by year-end.
The World Trade Organization revised its 2025 global merchandise trade growth forecast to 2.4%, up from 0.9% in August. Asia led the recovery, with exports up 10.4% year-on-year. Technology goods, including semiconductors and telecom equipment, accounted for nearly half of global trade growth. However, the WTO warns of a potential slump in 2026 as growth drivers fade and fiscal space tightens.
Trade imbalances shifted, with the U.S. deficit with China and Canada narrowing, while China’s surplus with the EU and Vietnam increased. Friendshoring and supply chain diversification trends have stabilized, but trade concentration remains a concern. The multilateral trading system continues to provide stability, though reforms are needed to address emerging challenges in the digital economy and green transition.
India: Forex Reserves and Gold Repatriation
- India’s foreign exchange reserves fell by $5.6 billion in October 2025, mainly due to declines in gold reserves and foreign currency assets. Despite the drop, India maintains one of the world’s largest reserve buffers, crucial for stabilizing the rupee and managing external debt. The Reserve Bank of India repatriated 274 tonnes of gold between March 2023 and September 2025, increasing domestic holdings and enhancing financial resilience amid geopolitical uncertainties.
India and New Zealand: Progress in FTA Negotiations
- India and New Zealand concluded the fourth round of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, focusing on balanced and comprehensive trade cooperation. The talks aim to boost bilateral trade, investment, and economic integration, with further discussions scheduled in New Delhi.
Legal and Judicial News
India: NIA Seeks Death Penalty for Yasin Malik
- The National Investigation Agency (NIA) requested the Delhi High Court to conduct in-camera proceedings on its appeal seeking the death penalty for Kashmiri separatist leader Yasin Malik in a 2017 terror funding case. Malik, currently serving a life sentence, appeared via video conference and claimed psychological torture due to delays in the appeal process. The case has drawn attention to the handling of high-profile terrorism cases and the balance between transparency and national security.
BBC Leadership Crisis: Resignations Over Trump Speech Edit
- The BBC’s Director-General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness resigned following controversy over the editing of a Donald Trump speech in a Panorama documentary. The documentary spliced non-consecutive parts of Trump’s January 6, 2021, speech, creating the impression he incited the Capitol riot. Critics accused the BBC of misleading editing and institutional bias, particularly in its coverage of U.S. politics, the Israel-Gaza conflict, and transgender issues. The BBC chair admitted an “error of judgment” and apologized, while denying systemic bias. The resignations have triggered a broader debate about media impartiality, editorial standards, and public trust in journalism.
Humanitarian and Refugee Issues
UNHCR: Displacement Crisis Deepens Amid Climate Extremes
The UNHCR’s latest report highlights that 117 million people are displaced globally, with climate change increasingly driving instability and repeated displacement. Three out of four displaced persons live in countries facing high-to-extreme climate hazards. Weather-related disasters have caused 250 million internal displacements in the past decade. Refugee camps, especially in Africa and Asia, are at risk of becoming uninhabitable due to extreme heat and environmental degradation. Funding shortfalls and inequitable climate finance distribution exacerbate the crisis, leaving millions unprotected.
The report calls for urgent action at COP30 to include displaced people in climate plans, invest in resilience, and ensure climate finance reaches frontline communities. Without decisive action, the number of countries facing extreme climate hazards could rise from three to sixty-five by 2040, deepening the global displacement crisis.
Cultural and Societal Events
India: Mumbai Tops Asia’s Happiest Cities
- Mumbai was ranked Asia’s happiest city in 2025 by a Time Out survey of over 18,000 residents. Key drivers include a high joy quotient (94%), strong sense of community (89%), vibrant entertainment scene, and iconic street foods. The ranking highlights the influence of social and cultural factors on urban happiness, despite ongoing urban challenges.
India: 150th Anniversary of ‘Vande Mataram’ Commemoration
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a year-long national commemoration of the 150th anniversary of ‘Vande Mataram,’ India’s national song. The event included the release of a commemorative stamp and coin, and the launch of a dedicated portal. The campaign aims to celebrate the song’s role in India’s independence movement and its enduring cultural significance.
India: Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika National Awards
- The Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika National Awards 2025 were presented to six eminent personalities from Northeast India for their contributions to literature, music, scholarship, and cultural preservation. The awards honor efforts promoting national integration and cultural harmony, commemorating the centenary year of the legendary singer and composer.
World Science Day for Peace and Development
- World Science Day was celebrated globally on 10 November, emphasizing the role of science in fostering peace, sustainable development, and public engagement. The 2025 theme, “Unleash Your Inner Scientist,” encouraged students and young people to pursue curiosity-driven learning and innovation to address global challenges.
Media and Press Credibility
BBC Faces Crisis Over Editorial Standards
The BBC faced a major credibility crisis following the resignations of its top executives over the editing of a Donald Trump speech in a Panorama documentary. The controversy centered on misleading editing that appeared to show Trump inciting the January 6 Capitol riot. The incident reignited debates about media impartiality, editorial standards, and the role of public broadcasters in democratic societies. The BBC chair admitted an “error of judgment” and pledged to restore public trust through a comprehensive review of editorial practices.
The crisis comes amid broader scrutiny of the BBC’s coverage of sensitive issues, including the Israel-Gaza conflict and transgender rights. The resignations have prompted calls for independent investigations and reforms to ensure transparency, accountability, and impartiality in public broadcasting.
Country-Specific Major Stories
United States
Trump’s pardons of key allies in the 2020 election efforts and the ongoing government shutdown, now in its 41st day, dominated headlines. The Senate passed a deal to end the shutdown, but the bill still requires House approval. The Supreme Court temporarily blocked full SNAP benefits, affecting millions of food assistance recipients. Air travel disruptions continued due to the shutdown, with thousands of flights canceled nationwide.
Chicago’s mayor called on the UN to investigate federal immigration crackdowns, highlighting tensions over human rights and immigration policy. A federal judge in Oregon permanently blocked the Trump administration from deploying National Guard troops to Portland, citing lack of legal basis.
India
- The Supreme Court’s scrutiny of the Women’s Reservation Act delay, the launch of DRAP and UiWIN, and the busting of a major terror module in Jammu & Kashmir were key developments. India also celebrated cultural milestones, including the 150th anniversary of ‘Vande Mataram’ and the Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika National Awards. Mumbai’s ranking as Asia’s happiest city and the launch of the tribal genome project highlighted social and scientific progress.
United Kingdom and Europe
The BBC’s leadership crisis over the Trump documentary edit dominated UK headlines, raising questions about media impartiality and public trust. The resignations of Director-General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness followed intense scrutiny and political pressure. The controversy has broader implications for the BBC’s future, especially as the government reviews its Royal Charter and funding model.
In Europe, trade performance remained subdued, with exports and imports growing modestly amid ongoing manufacturing challenges. The EU’s trade surplus declined, and regional cooperation was emphasized as key to restoring confidence and sustaining growth.
Summary Table: Key Events by Category
| Category | Major Event(s) |
|---|---|
| Politics | Trump pardons allies; India’s Supreme Court on women’s reservation; Pakistan’s military powers |
| Conflicts/Security | Gaza air raids; Typhoon Fung-wong; Quad Malabar exercise; J&K terror module |
| Environment | COP30 opens; UNHCR displacement report; India’s DRAP/UiWIN |
| Science/Tech | Google Ironwood AI chip; India tribal genome project; World Science Day |
| Economy/Trade | Global trade growth; WTO/UNCTAD forecasts; India forex/gold; India-NZ FTA |
| Legal/Judicial | NIA seeks death penalty for Yasin Malik; BBC resignations over Trump edit |
| Humanitarian | UNHCR: 117 million displaced; climate-driven crises |
| Culture/Society | Mumbai happiest city; ‘Vande Mataram’ 150th; Bhupen Hazarika Awards; World Science Day |
| Media/Press | BBC credibility crisis; resignations; impartiality debate |
| US | Pardons; shutdown; SNAP; air travel; immigration; court rulings |
| India | Women’s reservation; DRAP/UiWIN; terror module; cultural events |
| UK/Europe | BBC crisis; trade trends; EU economic outlook |
Conclusion
The news of 10 November 2025 was marked by a convergence of political, environmental, scientific, and societal developments with global implications. The opening of COP30 in Brazil set a decisive tone for climate action, while the UNHCR’s report underscored the urgent intersection of conflict and climate-driven displacement. In the United States, President Trump’s pardons reignited debates about the rule of law and democratic norms. The BBC’s leadership crisis highlighted the challenges facing media institutions in an era of polarization and scrutiny.
In Asia, Typhoon Fung-wong’s devastation in the Philippines and the Quad’s Malabar naval exercise reflected both the region’s vulnerability to natural disasters and its strategic importance. India’s progress in urban waste management, gender equality, and scientific innovation demonstrated the country’s multifaceted development trajectory.
Across all regions, the interplay between political decisions, environmental realities, technological advances, and societal values was evident. The events of 10 November 2025 serve as a reminder that global challenges require coordinated, courageous, and inclusive responses—whether in climate policy, humanitarian action, governance, or the pursuit of truth in media and science.
100 Question and Answer Pairs on Global News Events (November 10, 2025)
- Q: What major legislative action did the US Senate pass on Sunday, November 9, 2025?
A: The US Senate passed the federal funding bill, taking the first step to end the longest-running government shutdown.
- Q: How long had the US government shutdown lasted when the Senate passed the funding bill?
A: It entered its 40th day.
- Q: What was the vote count in the Senate to advance the compromise funding legislation?
A: The Senate voted 60-40.
- Q: Which political groups supported the US funding agreement to end the shutdown?
A: At least eight Democrats backed the agreement proposed by President Donald Trump and the Republicans.
- Q: What is the next step for the federal funding bill after passing the Senate?
A: The bill proceeds to the House of Representatives for approval before being sent to President Trump for his signature.
- Q: What provision related to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was delayed by the compromise funding legislation?
A: The bill holds a later vote on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits that expire January 1, 2026.
- Q: Who did President Trump pardon concerning the efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election?
A: Pardons were granted to dozens of people, including former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows, and those named as alternative state electors.
- Q: What limitation applies to the pardons issued by President Trump regarding the 2020 election efforts?
A: The pardons are limited to federal charges, sidestepping ongoing state prosecutions in Georgia and Michigan.
- Q: How many private sector jobs did ADP report were added in October 2025?
A: Private sector employers added 42,000 jobs in October.
- Q: Which sector saw the strongest job growth in October, according to the ADP report?
A: The strongest job growth occurred in Trade, Transportation, & Utilities, followed by Education & Health Services.
- Q: What was the annual pay increase for US employees who stayed in their jobs in October 2025?
A: Annual pay rose 4.5% for employees who stayed in their jobs.
- Q: What was the reading of the ISM Manufacturing Index for October 2025?
A: The ISM Manufacturing Index registered 48.7% in October.
- Q: What does a reading below 50% in the ISM Manufacturing Index signify?
A: It distinguishes contraction of business activity from expansion.
- Q: How many consecutive months has the ISM Manufacturing Index registered below 50%?
A: It was the eighth straight month the index fell below the 50% threshold.
- Q: What was the reading of the ISM Services Index for October 2025?
A: The ISM Services Index came in at 52.4%.
- Q: How did US household debt change in the third quarter of 2025?
A: Household debt rose at a 1% pace in the third quarter to $18.59 trillion.
- Q: What percentage of outstanding US debt was in some stage of delinquency as of Q3 2025?
A: 4.5% of outstanding debt was in some stage of delinquency.
- Q: Who reached a landmark economic and trade accord during a meeting in South Korea?
A: The administrations of Donald J. Trump and Xi Jinping reached the accord.
- Q: What commitment did China make regarding rare earths and critical minerals in the trade accord?
A: China committed to suspend the global rollout of new export controls on rare earths and critical minerals.
- Q: What U.S. tariff change was implemented on November 10, 2025, as part of the deal?
A: The U.S. agreed to roll back certain tariffs on Chinese imports, removing a 10-percentage-point tariff tier.
- Q: How many metric tons of U.S. soybeans did China commit to purchasing annually through 2028?
A: China committed to purchasing 25 million tons annually through 2028.
- Q: What major military asset did China commission on November 5, 2025?
A: China commissioned its third-generation aircraft carrier, the Fujian (Hull No. 18).
- Q: What advanced system does the Fujian carrier incorporate, marking a leap in Chinese carrier capability?
A: It is the first Chinese carrier to incorporate an electromagnetic aircraft-launch system (EMALS).
- Q: What specific measure did Beijing mandate for state-funded data center projects regarding AI chips?
A: They must use exclusively domestically-manufactured AI chips.
- Q: Who is China aiming to shield or accelerate the decoupling from with the domestic AI chip mandate?
A: China is shielding its domestic chipmakers (like Huawei and Cambricon) and accelerating decoupling from U.S.-led supply chains.
- Q: Which global tech company joined the India Deep Tech Alliance (IDTA) as a strategic advisor?
A: Nvidia joined the India Deep Tech Alliance (IDTA).
- Q: How much new capital commitment did the India Deep Tech Alliance (IDTA) secure recently?
A: The IDTA secured over USD 850 million in fresh capital commitments.
- Q: Which Japanese automakers are channeling over US$11 billion into India?
A: Major Japanese automakers, including Toyota Motor Corp and Honda Motor Co Ltd.
- Q: Why are Japanese automakers shifting production focus away from China toward India?
A: The pivot is due to concern over fierce local competition, shrinking profit margins in China, and geopolitical risks.
- Q: What did Australia announce in response to China's rapid military expansion?
A: Australia announced a "more aggressive defence posture".
- Q: Who visited Beijing starting November 3, 2025, to deepen the Sino-Russian economic axis?
A: Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.
- Q: What did Russia and China emphasize during their strategic meetings?
A: They emphasized "de-dollarisation" and shared geopolitical positioning.
- Q: What specific issue did Russia reiterate support for during the meeting with Xi Jinping?
A: Russia reiterated its commitment to the One-China Policy and opposition to Taiwanese independence.
- Q: What recent military action did North Korea take on November 7, 2025?
A: North Korea launched a suspected short-range ballistic missile from its northwest region.
- Q: What security risk did South Korea's Defence Intelligence Agency assess regarding North Korea?
A: They assessed that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un could initiate a nuclear test in the near term at the Punggye-ri site.
- Q: What did Taiwan's Foreign Minister accuse China of imposing for the 2026 APEC summit?
A: China was accused of imposing "a lot of conditions," linking participation to endorsing the One-China principle.
- Q: Which permanent member of the UN Security Council did China’s Foreign Minister warn must "either forge ahead or drift downstream"?
A: The United Kingdom (UK).
- Q: What two strategic minerals are Japan and the U.S. planning to jointly explore extraction for near Minamitori Island?
A: Rare-earth minerals.
- Q: What was Russia's largest aerial assault on Ukraine targeting, according to reports?
A: Russia targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure with 45 missiles and 450 drones.
- Q: What was the immediate effect of Russia's massive aerial assault on Ukraine?
A: The strikes caused widespread blackouts for millions, plunging cities like Kyiv and Kharkiv into pre-winter blackouts.
- Q: What military equipment did Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urgently request from NATO allies?
A: He urgently requested 25 additional Patriot systems.
- Q: Where did Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SSO) claim a successful drone attack on November 10?
A: On a pumping station at the Hvardiiske oil depot near Simferopol in Russian-occupied Crimea.
- Q: What Russian Black Sea port was reportedly rocked by explosions overnight on November 10 due to suspected Ukrainian sea drone attacks?
A: The Russian port town of Tuapse.
- Q: What did Ukraine’s former military chief, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, state about a peace deal to end the war?
A: He reiterated that a comprehensive peace deal is "premature" and could take months, if not years, of tough negotiations.
- Q: What was the location of the deadly car explosion in Delhi?
A: Near India's historic Red Fort.
- Q: How many people were reported killed in the Delhi car explosion?
A: At least eight people were killed.
- Q: Which Indian investigative agencies were mobilized following the Red Fort blast?
A: The NSG (National Security Guard) and NIA (National Investigation Agency) were mobilized.
- Q: What action did the Delhi Police register an FIR over on Monday, November 10?
A: An FIR was registered over the protests against rising air pollution at the India Gate on Sunday.
- Q: What section did the Delhi Police cite as being violated by the India Gate protesters?
A: Section 163 BNSS, which prohibits protests in the area except Jantar Mantar.
- Q: Which temple in Andhra Pradesh was supplied with adulterated ghee?
A: The Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati.
- Q: What substances were allegedly used to adulterate the ghee supplied to the Tirupati temple?
A: Palm oil, palm kernel oil, and palmolein.
- Q: What was the estimated value of the adulterated ghee supplied to the Tirupati temple between 2019 and 2024?
A: Rs 250.80 crore.
- Q: How many people were arrested in Jammu & Kashmir for operating a transnational terror module?
A: Seven individuals were arrested.
- Q: Which terror groups was the busted J&K module linked to?
A: Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH).
- Q: Despite a ceasefire, what violence occurred in Gaza on November 10?
A: Israeli air raids and drone attacks continued, killing at least two people, including a child.
- Q: Whose remains did Hamas return to Israel as part of the ceasefire deal?
A: The body of Israeli soldier Hadar Goldin, reported killed in 2014.
- Q: What happened to Reuters journalists near Beita in the occupied West Bank on November 10?
A: Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian olive harvesters and injured two Reuters journalists.
- Q: Which Super Typhoon slammed the Philippines, killing at least four and displacing over 1.4 million?
A: Super Typhoon Fung-wong.
- Q: Where is Super Typhoon Fung-wong tracking toward after hitting the Philippines?
A: Toward Taiwan.
- Q: Which climate summit opened in Belém, Brazil, in November 2025?
A: The UN Climate Change Conference (COP30).
- Q: Why was the absence of the U.S. delegation at COP30 notable?
A: The Trump administration announced a boycott and reportedly deployed lobbyists to derail fossil fuel phase-outs.
- Q: What specific financial facility was launched as a key outcome of the COP30 Leaders’ Summit?
A: The $125 billion Tropical Forests Forever Facility.
- Q: What UN organization confirmed that 2025 is set to be one of the warmest years on record?
A: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
- Q: According to a UNHCR report, how many people are displaced globally?
A: 117 million people are displaced globally.
- Q: What percentage of globally displaced people live in countries facing high-to-extreme climate hazards?
A: Three out of four (75%).
- Q: What do scientists warn is making typhoons more intense and destructive in the Asia-Pacific region?
A: Warming sea-surface temperatures and a high frequency of storms.
- Q: Approximately how many African countries are expected to hold elections in 2025?
A: About 11 African countries are expected to hold regional, parliamentary, and presidential elections.
- Q: What is a key driver of democratic regression across Africa?
A: The failure of many African countries to conduct credible elections and ensure peaceful transfers of power.
- Q: Which three Sahel states withdrew from ECOWAS and established the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)?
A: Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.
- Q: Which country is set to hold presidential elections in Cameroon in October 2025?
A: Cameroon.
- Q: Since when has President Paul Biya ruled Cameroon, and how many times is he set to contest?
A: He has ruled since 1982 and is set to contest for the 8th time.
- Q: What major crisis has been ongoing in Cameroon, leading to a humanitarian crisis?
A: The Anglophone crisis, which started in 2016.
- Q: What constitutional change did the Central African Republic (CAR) adopt in 2023?
A: A new constitution extended the presidential term of office from five years to seven years.
- Q: Which military group provides security support to the government of the Central African Republic (CAR)?
A: Russia’s Wagner Group.
- Q: When are the presidential elections fixed for Gabon, following the 2023 military coup?
A: 12th April 2025.
- Q: Which nation had its Constitutional Court overturn the 2019 presidential election results in 2020?
A: Malawi.
- Q: When is the next presidential election scheduled to be held in Malawi?
A: September 2025.
- Q: Which country is ranked by V-Dem as Africa's only liberal democracy?
A: Seychelles.
- Q: When is the presidential election expected to be held in Seychelles?
A: September 2025.
- Q: What major constitutional change did Togo undertake in 2024?
A: Constitutional amendments sought to transform the country from a Presidential system to a Parliamentary one.
- Q: Under Togo's new constitution, who will elect the president?
A: The president would no longer be elected directly by the people but by the National Assembly.
- Q: What is the military junta in Guinea, led by Colonel Mamadi Doumbouya, struggling with?
A: Being slow in implementing electoral reforms and drafting a new constitution.
- Q: What is expected to be held in Guinea in May 2025 to determine political term limits?
A: A referendum.
- Q: Which university reported the discovery of the extraordinary crystal that could transform quantum tech?
A: Stanford University.
- Q: What is the name of the crystal material discovered by Stanford scientists?
A: Strontium titanate (STO).
- Q: What extreme condition does strontium titanate (STO) reportedly perform better in?
A: When frozen to near absolute zero (cryogenic temperatures).
- Q: Strontium titanate’s electro-optic effects are how many times stronger than lithium niobate?
A: 40 times stronger.
- Q: What property makes STO ideal for developing electromechanical components in extreme cold?
A: It is piezoelectric, meaning it physically expands and contracts in response to electric fields.
- Q: What common use did strontium titanate previously have, despite its newfound quantum significance?
A: It was often used as a diamond substitute in jewelry or as a substrate for growing other materials.
- Q: By adjusting STO's composition, how much did researchers increase its tunability?
A: By a factor of four, by replacing certain oxygen atoms with heavier isotopes.
- Q: What is the name of Google’s seventh-generation Tensor Processing Unit (TPU)?
A: Ironwood.
- Q: How much higher is the performance of Google's Ironwood compared to its predecessor?
A: Ironwood delivers over four times the performance of its predecessor.
- Q: Which AI startup plans to deploy up to 1 million Ironwood chips?
A: Anthropic plans to deploy up to 1 million Ironwood chips.
- Q: What is the focus of India’s first tribal genome project, launched by Gujarat?
A: To address genetic disorders prevalent in tribal populations.
- Q: What landmark stadium in Delhi is set to be demolished for a new Sports City?
A: The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
- Q: For which two major sporting events was the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium used?
A: The 1982 Asian Games and the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
- Q: What cost was associated with the major upgrade of the JLN Stadium ahead of the CWG 2010?
A: Rs 961 crore.
- Q: What warning did the Supreme Court issue regarding litigants and lawyers?
A: The Supreme Court issued a strong warning against the “growing trend” of litigants and lawyers making “scurrilous and scandalous allegations against judges”.
- Q: Which two BBC executives resigned following controversy over a Donald Trump speech edit?
A: Director-General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness.
- Q: Why was former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol indicted?
A: On charges of ordering drone flights over North Korea in a deliberate bid to stoke tensions and justify his plans to declare martial law.
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