Current Affairs 11 November 2026: Digital Arrest Scams, Bihar AI Mission

Current affairs 11 November 2026 brings you a mix of court, economy, space and a big Bihar story. Read each one slowly, note the key facts, and you will be ready for both the prelims one-liners and the GS questions in BPSC, STET, SSC and Railways.

Top stories of 11 November 2026

Supreme Court acts against 'digital arrest' scams

On 11 November the Supreme Court directed WhatsApp and other intermediaries to list the steps they take against 'digital arrest' cyber-frauds and share them with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). The Court asked the RBI to make standard rules for temporary holds on suspect accounts, set up grievance systems, and make banks compensate victims when there is institutional negligence. A list of financial institutions must come by 23 November, and police in all states must file status reports on FIRs. The case started on its own (suo motu) after an elderly Haryana couple lost their savings to fraudsters using forged court papers. Remember: I4C is the nodal body for cyber crime, and this is a suo motu case; the next hearing is 23 November. Questions may ask "Which body coordinates cyber crime in India?" (Answer: I4C).

Bihar Cabinet approves ₹190 crore AI Mission, raises DA

This is your home-state story. On 10 November the Bihar Cabinet approved the Bihar Artificial Intelligence Mission with an outlay of over ₹190 crore, in partnership with Singapore's Global Finance and Technology Network (GFTN). The mission will train about 7,000 students in five years, support startups through a digital sandbox, and grow the state's tech ecosystem. The Cabinet also raised the dearness allowance (DA) for state employees from 60% to 63%, effective 1 July 2026. In all, 32 proposals were cleared. For BPSC and STET, remember the numbers: ₹190 crore, 7,000 students, DA 60% to 63%, and the Singapore partner GFTN.

Unemployment eases to 5.1% in July-September 2026

The National Statistics Office, under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, released the PLFS Quarterly Bulletin for July-September 2026 on 10 November. The unemployment rate for persons aged 15 and above fell to 5.1% from 5.4% in April-June, mainly because rural joblessness came down to 4.3%. The Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) was 55.5% and the Worker Population Ratio (WPR) 52.7%. Women working or seeking work rose to 34.7% from 33.2%. Keep these terms clear: PLFS means Periodic Labour Force Survey; NSO sits under MoSPI. A common question is "Which survey gives India's unemployment data?" (Answer: PLFS).

ISRO tests cryogenic engine for NVS-04 navigation satellite

On 10 November ISRO successfully carried out a flight acceptance test of its indigenous cryogenic engine at the Propulsion Complex in Tamil Nadu, running for about 200 seconds. The engine will power the GSLV-F19 mission that is expected to launch the NVS-04 satellite in 2027. NVS-04 is the fourth satellite of India's NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) system, giving positioning and timing over India and up to 1,500 km beyond its borders. The cryogenic stage uses liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen, reducing our dependence on foreign systems like GPS. Note the terms: NavIC is India's own navigation system; the cryogenic engine uses liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen.

India speaks for climate justice at COP31 in Antalya

At the COP31 UN Climate Change Conference in Antalya, Turkey, India on 10 November reaffirmed its commitment to climate multilateralism and a fair outcome. Environment Ministry Secretary Narendra Bhooshan said developed nations must meet their climate finance duties under Article 9.1 of the Paris Agreement. India stood with the G77 and China, the Like-Minded Developing Countries, and the BASIC bloc (Brazil, South Africa, India, China). India wants predictable climate finance without more debt, more adaptation support for the Global South, and the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities. Remember: COP31 is in Antalya (Turkey), and BASIC = Brazil, South Africa, India, China.

Delhi's first Yamuna recreational cruise begins

Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on 10 November inaugurated Delhi's first recreational cruise service on the Yamuna at Sonia Vihar. The air-conditioned boats run on a 4-5 km stretch between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur, each 40-minute ride carrying up to 30 passengers at ₹500. Operators must run at least four trips a day, with booking through the Delhi Tourism website. It was developed with the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI). Remember the "first-ever": Delhi's first recreational Yamuna cruise, and the IWAI link.

India and Nigeria human rights commissions sign MoU

The National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRC-India) and Nigeria's NHRC signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Abuja on 11 November. The Indian team was led by NHRC Chairperson Justice V. Ramasubramanian. The deal aims to strengthen cooperation in human rights, access to justice and the rule of law. Note the current NHRC Chairperson's name and Abuja as Nigeria's capital.

'Bunker' Roy, founder of Barefoot College, dies at 81

Sanjit 'Bunker' Roy, the social activist and founder of the Barefoot College, died at his home in Tilonia, Rajasthan, on 10 November at the age of 81. He set up the Barefoot College in 1972 and spent over five decades on rural development, women's empowerment and sustainable living. He was known for training rural women, even grandmothers with no schooling, to become solar engineers. He was a Padma Shri awardee. Remember: Barefoot College, founded 1972 in Tilonia, Rajasthan.

Your task for today: revise the key facts below, then attempt today's quiz to lock them in.

Key facts for exams

• Digital arrest scam case: SC ordered WhatsApp to share steps with I4C; RBI to frame rules; next hearing 23 November 2026.
• Bihar AI Mission: over ₹190 crore, with Singapore's GFTN, to train about 7,000 students in 5 years.
• Bihar DA raised from 60% to 63%, effective 1 July 2026; 32 proposals cleared.
• PLFS July-September 2026: unemployment 5.1%, LFPR 55.5%, WPR 52.7%, women's participation 34.7%.
• NSO is under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
• ISRO cryogenic engine test ran ~200 seconds in Tamil Nadu; will power GSLV-F19 for NVS-04 (2027).
• NavIC covers India and up to 1,500 km beyond; cryogenic stage uses liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen.
• COP31 held in Antalya, Turkey; BASIC = Brazil, South Africa, India, China; Article 9.1 of Paris Agreement on climate finance.
• Delhi's first Yamuna recreational cruise at Sonia Vihar, ₹500 ticket, 40-minute ride, with IWAI.
• NHRC-India and NHRC-Nigeria signed MoU in Abuja; Indian team led by Justice V. Ramasubramanian.
• 'Bunker' Roy, Padma Shri, founder of Barefoot College (1972, Tilonia, Rajasthan), died at 81.

Frequently asked questions

What did the Supreme Court order on digital arrest scams on 11 November 2026?

The Supreme Court directed WhatsApp to list its steps against digital arrest frauds and share them with I4C, and asked the RBI to frame rules for holding suspect accounts and to make banks compensate negligence-hit victims, with the next hearing on 23 November.

What is the Bihar Artificial Intelligence Mission?

It is a Bihar Cabinet-approved mission with an outlay of over ₹190 crore, in partnership with Singapore's GFTN, that plans to train about 7,000 students in five years and support startups through a digital sandbox.

What was India's unemployment rate in July-September 2026?

According to the PLFS Quarterly Bulletin released by the NSO, the unemployment rate for persons aged 15 and above fell to 5.1% from 5.4% in the previous quarter, with LFPR at 55.5% and WPR at 52.7%.

Which satellite will ISRO's tested cryogenic engine help launch?

The engine will power the GSLV-F19 mission expected to launch NVS-04 in 2027, the fourth satellite of India's NavIC navigation system.

Where was COP31 held and which blocs did India align with?

COP31 was held in Antalya, Turkey, and India aligned with the G77 and China, the Like-Minded Developing Countries, and the BASIC bloc of Brazil, South Africa, India and China.

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