November 1, 2025 -

USCIS Discontinues Cheque and Money Order Options for All Immigration Payments

November 1, 2025

In a major procedural change, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has stopped accepting cheques and money orders for all immigration-related filings. Starting this week, applicants must now authorise payments through electronic debit using Form G-1650, which allows the agency to withdraw funds directly from a US bank account. According to USCIS spokesperson Matthew …

Continue reading “USCIS Discontinues Cheque and Money Order Options for All Immigration Payments”

India’s GST Revenue Grows 4.6% to ₹1.96 Lakh Crore in October Amid Recent Tax Reductions

November 1, 2025

India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose to ₹1.96 lakh crore in October 2025, according to official data released on November 1. This marks a 4.6% year-on-year increase, the slowest pace in 52 months, even as collections hit a five-month high. The previous month’s revenue stood at ₹1.89 lakh crore, showing a steady rise …

Continue reading “India’s GST Revenue Grows 4.6% to ₹1.96 Lakh Crore in October Amid Recent Tax Reductions”

Lucknow Recognised as UNESCO ‘City of Gastronomy’ for Its Rich Awadhi Culinary Heritage

November 1, 2025

The UNESCO has officially recognised Lucknow as part of its Creative Cities Network (UCCN) under the “City of Gastronomy” category. This prestigious title celebrates the city’s centuries-old culinary legacy, deeply rooted in Awadhi cuisine and the region’s Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb — a unique cultural blend of Hindu and Muslim traditions. This recognition highlights Lucknow’s global culinary …

Continue reading “Lucknow Recognised as UNESCO ‘City of Gastronomy’ for Its Rich Awadhi Culinary Heritage”

China’s Shenzhou-21 Mission Sends Youngest Astronaut and Lab Mice to Tiangong Space Station

November 1, 2025

China has successfully launched the Shenzhou-21 spacecraft from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in the Gobi Desert, marking another achievement in its expanding space programme. The mission lifted off at 11:44 pm local time (1544 GMT) aboard a Long March-2F rocket and is set to dock with the Tiangong Space Station within a few hours. …

Continue reading “China’s Shenzhou-21 Mission Sends Youngest Astronaut and Lab Mice to Tiangong Space Station”

Chennai’s 16-Year-Old Ilamparthi AR Becomes India’s 90th Chess Grandmaster

November 1, 2025

Tamil Nadu once again proves its dominance in Indian chess as 16-year-old Ilamparthi AR from Chennai becomes India’s 90th Grandmaster. He achieved this remarkable feat by securing his final GM norm at the Bijeljina Open held in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Who is Ilamparthi AR? Ilamparthi AR is a 16-year-old chess prodigy from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, …

Continue reading “Chennai’s 16-Year-Old Ilamparthi AR Becomes India’s 90th Chess Grandmaster”

World Savings Day 2025, Know Date, History, Theme and Significance

November 1, 2025

World Thrift Day, also called World Savings Day, is celebrated every year to remind people about the importance of saving money and managing their finances wisely. It teaches that small, regular savings can lead to financial stability and help during emergencies. The day encourages individuals to plan ahead, make smart financial choices, and understand how …

Continue reading “World Savings Day 2025, Know Date, History, Theme and Significance”

RBI Returns Jana Small Finance Bank’s Application for Universal Bank Licence

November 1, 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has returned Jana Small Finance Bank’s (SFB) application to convert into a universal bank, saying it did not meet all the required criteria. The application, submitted in June 2025, was sent back by the regulator late Monday evening. CEO Ajay Kanwal’s Response Jana SFB’s Managing Director and CEO, Ajay …

Continue reading “RBI Returns Jana Small Finance Bank’s Application for Universal Bank Licence”

Pravaig Launches ‘VEER’, India’s First Electric Vehicle Designed for Defence Operations

November 1, 2025

India is taking a major stride toward self-reliance in defence technology with the Pravaig VEER EV, an all-electric military vehicle developed by Pravaig Dynamics, a Bengaluru-based company. Designed for the Indian Armed Forces, the VEER EV combines stealth capabilities, high terrain mobility, and quick field-repair readiness, making it a powerful asset for modern military operations. …

Continue reading “Pravaig Launches ‘VEER’, India’s First Electric Vehicle Designed for Defence Operations”

PayPal Joins Forces with OpenAI to Become ChatGPT’s First Integrated Digital Payments Wallet

November 1, 2025

In a major move toward AI-driven e-commerce, PayPal has partnered with OpenAI to integrate its digital wallet directly into ChatGPT. This means that users will soon be able to buy products and make payments through ChatGPT using PayPal, creating a seamless and secure shopping experience inside the AI platform. The announcement led to a 4% …

Continue reading “PayPal Joins Forces with OpenAI to Become ChatGPT’s First Integrated Digital Payments Wallet”

Sahitya Akademi Launches Hindi Edition of Lithuanian Novel “The Last Day” as “Antim Din”

November 1, 2025

In October 2025, the Sahitya Akademi, under the Ministry of Culture, released the Hindi translation of the acclaimed Lithuanian novel “The Last Day”, titled “Antim Din”. The book launch took place at Rabindra Bhawan, New Delhi, in collaboration with the Embassy of Lithuania. This 250-page novel, originally written by Lithuanian-Ukrainian author Jaroslavas Melnikas, has been …

Continue reading “Sahitya Akademi Launches Hindi Edition of Lithuanian Novel “The Last Day” as “Antim Din””

M	T	W	T	F	S	S
					1	2
3	4	5	6	7	8	9
10	11	12	13	14	15	16
17	18	19	20	21	22	23
24	25	26	27	28	29	30

Daily Archives: November 1, 2025

USCIS Discontinues Cheque and Money Order Options for All Immigration Payments

India’s GST Revenue Grows 4.6% to ₹1.96 Lakh Crore in October Amid Recent Tax Reductions

Lucknow Recognised as UNESCO ‘City of Gastronomy’ for Its Rich Awadhi Culinary Heritage

China’s Shenzhou-21 Mission Sends Youngest Astronaut and Lab Mice to Tiangong Space Station

Chennai’s 16-Year-Old Ilamparthi AR Becomes India’s 90th Chess Grandmaster

World Savings Day 2025, Know Date, History, Theme and Significance

RBI Returns Jana Small Finance Bank’s Application for Universal Bank Licence

Pravaig Launches ‘VEER’, India’s First Electric Vehicle Designed for Defence Operations

PayPal Joins Forces with OpenAI to Become ChatGPT’s First Integrated Digital Payments Wallet

Sahitya Akademi Launches Hindi Edition of Lithuanian Novel “The Last Day” as “Antim Din”

Latest Current Affairs PDF

Monthly Current Affairs

Recent Posts

IMPORTANT EXAMS

Our Other Websites

Most Important Exams

Exams Preparation

Entrance Exams

Quick Links

Test Series

Download Adda247 App

Follow us on

Discover Our Other Platforms