

Daily Current Affairs 7 November 2025: A fresh morning brings new learning opportunities. By keeping up with daily news, aspirants get to know important updates in politics, finance, sports, science, and technology. Current affairs summaries provide a brief overview of major events, making them great for quick revision. These summaries cover a variety of topics like budget announcements, global meetings, top awards, defence deals, company mergers, and environmental news.
This helps candidates develop a strong and balanced understanding of recent events, major national and international updates relevant to upcoming SSC exams like CHSL, CGL, CPO, etc.
Let’s explore the key highlights of the day.
Q1. Which operation launched by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) at Mumbai Airport led to the seizure of highgrade hydroponic cannabis smuggled from Bangkok under the NDPS Act, 1985?
a) Operation GreenNet
b) Operation Weed Out
c) Operation CleanSky
d) Operation SmokeFree
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The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has successfully intercepted 22 crore worth of cannabis at Mumbai Airport, smuggled from Bangkok. The operation was codenamed “Operation Weed Out.”
The seizure was made under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985.
This act regulates and penalizes drug trafficking and illegal possession of narcotics across India.
Key Facts:
Agency Involved: Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (under the Ministry of Finance)
Established: 1957
Legal Framework: Customs Act, 1962
Operation Name: Operation Weed Out
Substance Seized: Cannabis (used in producing drugs from hemp leaves)
Value: ₹22 crore
Earlier, a similar anti-smuggling drive named “Operation Golden Sweep” was also conducted successfully.
The ₹650 crore Sohra Tourism Circuit project was launched by Jyotiraditya Scindia in which state?
a) Assam
b) Meghalaya
c) Nagaland
d) Sikkim
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has inaugurated the Sohra (Cherrapunji) Tourism Circuit in Meghalaya, a ₹650 crore initiative to promote eco-tourism in the Northeast.
The project falls under the PM-DevINE Scheme (Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North East) and aims to enhance the region’s travel infrastructure.
Key Highlights:
State: Meghalaya
Capital: Shillong
Main Attractions: Living Root Bridges, Mawsmai Cave, Nohkalikai Waterfalls
Famous Festivals: Cherry Blossom Festival
Wettest Places on Earth: Cherrapunji & Mawsynram
This circuit will include eco-parks, smart townships, and sustainable tourism models, connecting local culture and natural beauty to national development.
Which state became the first in India to partner with Starlink for satellite-based internet services?
a) Gujarat
b) Maharashtra
c) Karnataka
d) Telangana
In a major digital leap, Maharashtra has become the first Indian state to collaborate with Elon Musk’s Starlink Project, enhancing high-speed internet connectivity through Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites.
Project Details:
Initiative: Starlink Satellite Internet Project
Launched by: SpaceX (Elon Musk) in 2015
Satellite Count: 60+ satellites orbiting at ~500 km altitude
Speed: 100–200 Mbps
First Launch: 2019 via Falcon 9 Rocket
Orbit Type: Low Earth Orbit
This partnership, announced by Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis, aims to revolutionise digital access across remote areas. Maharashtra also hosts Tesla’s proposed center and the Apple iPhone manufacturing unit, further strengthening its tech ecosystem.
Q4. India-born Ghazala Hashmi has made history by becoming the first South Asian American Lieutenant Governor of which U.S. state?
a) California
b) Texas
c) Virginia
d) New York
In international news, Gazala Hashmi, an Indian-origin leader born in Hyderabad, has been elected as the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, USA.
She is the first South Asian and Muslim woman to hold this position. The elections saw the Democratic Party emerge victorious over the Republicans.
Quick Facts:
Country: United States
State: Virginia
Party: Democratic
Largest US State: Alaska
Capital of New York: Albany (located along Hudson River, known as “The Big Apple”)
Hashmi’s appointment marks a historic milestone in South Asian representation in US politics.
To wrap up, here are some quick exam-focused facts discussed in class:
Telephone Invented by: Alexander Graham Bell
Laughing Gas: Nitrous Oxide (N₂O)
Unit of Power: Watt
NTPC Full Form: National Thermal Power Corporation
Fuel Used in Thermal Power Plants: Coal
Law: Voltage ∝ Current: Ohm’s Law
Gas Used in Balloons: Helium
Vitamin Produced by Sunlight: Vitamin D
Organ That Purifies Blood: Kidney
Main Component of Natural Gas: Methane
The Maharashtra government has approved the extension of the Uttan-Virar Sea Link to which port?
a) Nhava Sheva Port
b) Vadhavan Port
c) Jaigad Port
d) Dighi Port
The Maharashtra government has approved the extension of the proposed Uttan-Virar Sea Link up to Vadhavan Port in Palghar district, giving a major boost to coastal connectivity in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Cabinet Infrastructure Committee, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at Mantralaya.
The Kartik Naach Festival recently concluded at which historic location?
a) Bhaktapur Durbar Square
b) Kathmandu Durbar Square
c) Patan Durbar Square
d) Lalitpur Palace
The Kartik Naach Festival recently concluded in Patan Durbar Square, Nepal, celebrating centuries-old dance traditions dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This classical drama-dance festival, dating back to the 17th century, blends music, storytelling, and spiritual devotion.
The event not only attracts pilgrims but also preserves Nepal’s performing arts — a living reminder of South Asia’s cultural unity.
Which country's President, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., declared a state of emergency after Typhoon Kalmaegi killed 114 people?
a) Indonesia
b) Philippines
c) Malaysia
d) Vietnam
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr declared a state of emergency after Typhoon Kalmaegi left at least 114 people dead and hundreds missing in central provinces in the deadliest natural disaster to hit the country this year.
The deaths were mostly from drowning in flash floods, and 127 people were still missing, many in the hard-hit central province of Cebu. The tropical cyclone blew out of the archipelago yesterday into the South China Sea.
Where did CBSE host its first-ever International Sahodaya Conference?
a) New Delhi
b) Dubai
c) Singapore
d) Doha
The CBSE International Sahodaya 2025 Summit took place in Dubai, gathering educators from across CBSE-affiliated schools worldwide. The event focused on innovative learning, digital classrooms, and holistic student development.
With delegates from over 30 countries, the conference highlighted India’s leadership in educational innovation and global collaboration.
FIFA announced the launch of which new award that will debut at the 2026 World Cup Draw?
a) FIFA Harmony Award
b) FIFA Peace Prize
c) FIFA Unity Cup
d) FIFA Friendship Medal
FIFA announced the Peace Prize 2026, honouring organisations using football to foster unity and peace. This global initiative emphasises sports diplomacy as a medium for rebuilding conflict-affected communities and promoting inclusivity.
India’s growing football ecosystem has also been recognised under FIFA’s Grassroots Development Partnership.
Who won the Paris Masters 2025 title and reclaimed the World No. 1 ranking?
a) Novak Djokovic
b) Carlos Alcaraz
c) Jannik Sinner
d) Daniil Medvedev
Jannik Sinner captured the Paris Masters 1000 title, defeating Felix Auger-Aliassime in the final and reclaiming the World No. 1 ranking. His flawless performance extended his indoor win streak to 26 matches. Sinner now trails Carlos Alcaraz by 1,050 points in the ATP Live Race, setting up a thrilling duel at the ATP Finals.
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