November 3, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and launched Pune Metro projects worth ₹21,800 crore, while Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the expanding role of space, cyberspace and digital technologies in modern warfare. Meanwhile, Cyclone Murasu weakened over Andhra Pradesh, and the Centre announced proposed changes to drug manufacturing rules to strengthen accountability.
Top India Headlines
- PM Modi Launches Pune Metro Projects Worth ₹21,800 Crore: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for Pune Metro projects worth around ₹21,800 crore. He also highlighted India’s achievement as the world’s fastest poverty reducer and sustained position as the fastest-growing major economy.
- Rajnath Singh Says Modern Warfare Extends to Space and Cyber Domains: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said recent global conflicts have transformed the character of warfare, with battlefields extending beyond land, sea and air into space, cyberspace and digital domains.
- Cyclone Murasu Weakens into Deep Depression: Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu moved north-northwestwards over south coastal Andhra Pradesh and weakened into a cyclonic storm. It was centred around 40 kilometres west-northwest of Bapatla, with the India Meteorological Department expecting further weakening.
- Centre Proposes Mandatory Authorisation for Drug Batch Release: The Health Ministry has proposed amendments to the Drugs Rules, 1945, requiring qualified personnel to authorise drug batch releases. The proposal aims to strengthen accountability in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Election Commission Clarifies Form 6 Submission for Missing Voter Names: The Election Commission clarified that previously enrolled voters whose names are missing from draft electoral rolls during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision can submit Form 6. The clarification was issued to Chief Electoral Officers of states and Union Territories.
- Centre Says It Will Protect Indian Medical Students in Uzbekistan: The Ministry of External Affairs reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting Indian students pursuing medical education in Uzbekistan from exploitation by unscrupulous elements. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal also urged students to study official advisories before going abroad.
- Supreme Court Seeks Response on Plea to Halt Protest Against CEC: The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and others on a plea by traders’ organisations seeking a halt to protests against the Chief Election Commissioner during the festive season. The bench observed that the protest site cannot be occupied indefinitely.
- India to Pursue Equitable Climate Action at COP31: Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav reaffirmed India’s commitment to contributing to global efforts under the UN Climate Convention and the Paris Agreement. India will pursue solution-oriented and equitable climate action at COP31 in Antalya.
- India Reaffirms Commitment to International Solar Cooperation: New and Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi reiterated India’s commitment to advancing international solar cooperation and ensuring that the benefits of progress are shared equitably. He made the remarks during the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit and Expo.
- Aditya-L1 Detects Uneven Expansion of Solar Eruptions: India’s first space-based solar observatory, Aditya-L1, has provided new insights into the expansion of powerful solar eruptions. The spacecraft continues to observe the Sun through its seven scientific payloads.
