Current Affairs 6 November 2026: Bihar Silt Policy, Fast Track Courts

Current affairs 6 November 2026 is full of exam-ready facts, dear students. From a big Bihar first to Cabinet decisions and a hockey title, these are the kind of points your BPSC, STET, SSC and Railways papers love. Read each one carefully.

Top stories of 6 November 2026

Bihar becomes first state with a comprehensive silt management policy

Good news for our Bihar students. Bihar became the first Indian state to bring a comprehensive silt management policy. CM Samrat Choudhary announced the Bihar Water Source Restoration and Silt Management Policy, 2026. It targets rivers like the Ganga, Kosi, Bagmati, Kamla-Balan and Gandak, and plans to use river silt in infrastructure. Under the linked 'Nadi Sanjeevani' initiative, an MoU was signed between the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways/NHAI and Bihar to desilt rivers and reuse the sediment in national highway projects. Remember: Bihar is the "first state" here, and the rivers named — this "first-ever" plus river list is classic exam material.

Cabinet extends Fast Track Special Courts scheme to 2031

The Union Cabinet approved continuing the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) for five more years, until 31 March 2031, with a total outlay of ₹3,788.04 crore. The number of courts will rise from 779 to 850, including exclusive POCSO courts, to speed up rape and child sexual abuse trials. Each court has a dedicated judicial officer, a special public prosecutor and support staff. Remember: the scheme was first launched in 2019 after Supreme Court directions — note the year, the amount and the court number for your polity-current affairs section.

Cabinet approves two more years of service for Agniveers

The Cabinet cleared changes to the Agnipath scheme. The 75% of Agniveers not absorbed after four years will get an optional additional two-year engagement. The other 25% will still be enrolled into regular service on merit, and after the extended tenure all Agniveers can seek regular enrolment subject to criteria. The second engagement brings higher pay, an enhanced Seva Nidhi package and seniority benefits. This came on the recommendation of the three armed services. Remember the 75:25 ratio and the term "Seva Nidhi" — defence questions use these.

Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase-II extended to March 2028

The Centre extended Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase-II until March 2028. It falls under the Ministry of Jal Shakti's Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation. The phase, launched in 2020, works to sustain open-defecation-free (ODF) status, manage solid and liquid waste and achieve visual cleanliness for ODF Plus villages. As of 31 December 2025, over 96% of villages had reached ODF Plus status. Funding is 90:10 for northeast and Himalayan states and 60:40 for others. Remember the ministry name and the 90:10 / 60:40 funding split.

QS Asia University Rankings 2027: most Indian universities slip

The QS Asia University Rankings 2027 showed around 71% of Indian universities falling in position, even though India raised its count to 325 institutions — the second-most after mainland China. Only six Indian institutions made the top 100. IIT Delhi was the highest-ranked but fell seven places to 66th. The University of Hong Kong topped the list, followed by Peking University and Tsinghua University. Remember: IIT Delhi top among Indians, University of Hong Kong at number one.

Nirmala Lakshman wins Sharjah Award for Best International Non-Fiction Book

Indian author Nirmala Lakshman won the Sharjah Award for Best International Non-Fiction Book for 'The Tamils: A Portrait of a Community', carrying a prize of AED 50,000. The book explores Tamil history, society, culture and the global Tamil diaspora. It was announced around the Sharjah International Book Fair period. Remember the author, the book title and the award name together.

India win sixth Asian Champions Trophy hockey title

The Indian men's hockey team came back in the second half to beat Japan 4-1 in the 2026 Asian Champions Trophy final, winning a record-extending sixth continental title. India had reached the final with an 8-1 win over South Korea in the semifinal. This added to their 2023 and 2024 titles, and the tournament was hosted in India. Remember: sixth title, final score 4-1 against Japan.

IIT Madras deploys reactor to boost carbon nanotube production

IIT Madras deployed a chemical vapour deposition (CVD) reactor to scale up domestic manufacturing of carbon nanotubes. The aim is to cut India's dependence on imported critical materials used in advanced semiconductor and microelectronics fabrication. Carbon nanotubes are high-strength, highly conductive materials used in next-generation electronics. Remember: IIT Madras, CVD reactor, carbon nanotubes — a science-and-tech plus self-reliance point.

India and Nepal advance Ayodhya-Janakpur rail link

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Nepal PM Balendra Shah in Kathmandu to prepare for Shah's upcoming India visit, his first to a neighbouring country since taking office in March 2026. Talks covered energy, water resources, trade, transit and civil aviation. Misri said preparations for a railway line between Ayodhya and Janakpur were complete, with a trial run on 5 November. Remember the two cities on this rail link and the name Vikram Misri.

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

Key facts for exams

• Bihar: first state with a comprehensive silt management policy — Bihar Water Source Restoration and Silt Management Policy, 2026.
• 'Nadi Sanjeevani' MoU: Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways/NHAI with Bihar.
• Fast Track Special Courts scheme extended to 31 March 2031; outlay ₹3,788.04 crore; courts rise from 779 to 850; first launched in 2019.
• Agnipath: 75% get optional two-year extra engagement; 25% enrolled on merit; enhanced Seva Nidhi.
• Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase-II extended to March 2028; under Ministry of Jal Shakti; over 96% villages ODF Plus by 31 Dec 2025.
• QS Asia University Rankings 2027: India 325 institutions; IIT Delhi highest at 66th; University of Hong Kong topped.
• Nirmala Lakshman won Sharjah Award for 'The Tamils: A Portrait of a Community'; prize AED 50,000.
• Hockey: India beat Japan 4-1 for a record sixth Asian Champions Trophy title.
• IIT Madras deployed a CVD reactor for domestic carbon nanotube production.
• India-Nepal: Ayodhya-Janakpur railway trial run on 5 November; Vikram Misri met Nepal PM Balendra Shah.

Frequently asked questions

Which state became the first in India to introduce a comprehensive silt management policy?

Bihar became the first state, with CM Samrat Choudhary announcing the Bihar Water Source Restoration and Silt Management Policy, 2026, targeting rivers like the Ganga, Kosi and Gandak.

Till when has the Fast Track Special Courts scheme been extended and at what cost?

The Cabinet extended the FTSC scheme until 31 March 2031 with a total outlay of ₹3,788.04 crore, raising the number of courts from 779 to 850.

What change did the Cabinet approve in the Agnipath scheme?

The 75% of Agniveers not absorbed after four years get an optional additional two-year engagement with higher pay and enhanced Seva Nidhi, while 25% continue into regular service on merit.

Who won the 2026 Asian Champions Trophy hockey title?

India won, beating Japan 4-1 in the final for a record-extending sixth continental title, hosted in India.

Which Indian institution ranked highest in the QS Asia University Rankings 2027?

IIT Delhi was the highest-ranked Indian institution but fell seven places to 66th, while the University of Hong Kong topped the list.

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