1. Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu: Red Warning for the Andhra Coast

The India Meteorological Department has issued a red-message cyclone warning for Andhra Pradesh and adjoining north Tamil Nadu coasts. An IMD high-seas warning relayed by the World Meteorological Organization placed the storm near 13.9°N, 81.8°E at 0000 UTC on 2 November. It was about 200 km east-northeast of Chennai and 210 km east-southeast of Nellore, moving west-northwestwards.

An earlier IMD bulletin forecast a possible crossing along the south Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Narsapur, near Ongole. It also warned of strong winds and heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. This was a forecast, not confirmation of landfall. The IMD archive lists a newer bulletin issued at 12:24 IST on 2 November. Its PDF was unavailable when this article was prepared. Readers should check the latest bulletin for updated track and warning information.

Safety advisory: Residents in affected coastal districts should follow IMD warnings and instructions from local authorities. Fishermen should observe any restrictions on going to sea.

Primary source: IMD live cyclone bulletin archive — consult the latest entry · WMO GMDSS relay of IMD high-seas warning, 2 November 2026 · Earlier IMD National Bulletin No. 11 (archived forecast)

2. Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 Begins Today

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has scheduled the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 from 2 to 5 November at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The Prime Minister is scheduled to inaugurate the event at around 4:30 PM on 2 November. The announced theme is “Invest. Innovate. Inspire.”

According to the government announcement, the summit is expected to bring participants from more than 130 countries, including over 40 ministers. Nine country partners and 13 States and Union Territories are listed. The summit will run alongside the 9th International Solar Alliance Assembly and the 4th International Conference on Green Hydrogen.

The summit will bring together governments, investors and industry representatives to discuss clean-energy investment, technology and international cooperation.

Primary source: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy / PIB, 28 October 2026

3. Coal India Reports Record October Production and Supply

Coal India Limited reported coal supply of 70.3 million tonnes in October 2026, its highest monthly figure. According to the Ministry of Coal, this was a 19% increase over the same month last year. Supply to the power sector reached 57.1 million tonnes, while production stood at 67.2 million tonnes.

The company also reported average daily railway loading of 310 rakes for the power sector. Coal India was established on 1 November 1975 and marked its 51st Foundation Day this year.

Primary source: Ministry of Coal / PIB, 1 November 2026

4. Digi Yatra Starts International Passenger Trials at Seven Airports

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has started trials of Digi Yatra for eligible Indian nationals travelling on selected international flights operated by Air India and IndiGo. The trials are scheduled to run from November to December 2026 at Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Cochin, Mumbai, Chennai and Amritsar airports.

Eligible passengers will be able to create an e-passport-based Verifiable Credential through the Digi Yatra app. The trial will help assess the system and gather passenger feedback before a wider rollout planned for 2027. Passengers must still carry their passports and complete the usual airline document checks and immigration formalities.

Primary source: Ministry of Civil Aviation / PIB, 1 November 2026

5. Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Assumes Charge as 29th Chief of the Air Staff

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed charge as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff on 1 November 2026. He has outlined a guiding vision for the Indian Air Force called “VAYU”. Its four pillars are Vigilance, Victory and Readiness; Aatmanirbharta; Yukti; and Unity of Effort.

The vision places emphasis on operational preparedness, self-reliance in defence production, innovation and coordination among the three armed forces and other national agencies.

Primary source: Ministry of Defence / PIB, 1 November 2026

6. Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal Takes Over Eastern Air Command

Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal took over as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Eastern Air Command on 1 November 2026. Commissioned as a fighter pilot on 14 June 1989, he has more than 3,200 hours of flying experience. His previous assignments include operational and staff roles, as well as service as Senior Air Staff Officer at South Western Air Command.

Primary source: Ministry of Defence / PIB, 1 November 2026

7. National Organ Transplant Games 2026 Inaugurated in New Delhi

The Vice-President inaugurated the National Organ Transplant Games 2026 at Talkatora Stadium, New Delhi, on 1 November. The event brought together organ transplant recipients and donors to celebrate recovery, participation in sport and the importance of organ donation. According to the Vice-President’s Secretariat, 570 participants performed Tadasana together. The gathering received a World Book of Records certificate.

The Vice-President also called for greater public awareness of organ donation and efforts to address myths surrounding transplantation. The official address noted that one deceased organ donor can save up to eight lives.

Primary source: Vice-President’s Secretariat / PIB, 1 November 2026

8. Coal Mine Star Rating Awards Scheduled in Raipur

The Ministry of Coal has scheduled its Star Rating Awards Ceremony for 2 November 2026 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The announced awards recognise coal and lignite mines for performance in operational efficiency, technology adoption, occupational health and safety, environmental management, sustainable development and community welfare. The ministry said mines receiving the highest ratings for the 2024–25 assessment year would be felicitated.

The awards recognise coal and lignite mines for their performance in areas such as production, technology, worker safety, environmental management and community welfare. Mines with the highest ratings in the 2024–25 assessment year are due to be honoured. The ceremony is listed as a scheduled event; winners should be added only after an official announcement.

Primary source: Ministry of Coal / PIB, 1 November 2026

Disaster management: Cyclone Murasu highlights the importance of weather forecasting, early warnings and evacuation plans in coastal areas.

Renewable energy: The Bharat RE Summit brings attention to investment and technology needed to expand clean-energy production.

Energy security: Coal India’s figures show the continuing importance of coal supply to India’s electricity sector.

Digital India: Digi Yatra is testing how digital identity can make airport procedures more convenient while retaining security checks.

Defence preparedness: The VAYU vision focuses on modernisation, self-reliance and coordination among the armed forces.

Organ donation: The National Organ Transplant Games encourage awareness and recognise the experiences of transplant recipients.

• 1 November 1975: Coal India Limited was established.
• 1 November 2026: Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed charge as Chief of the Air Staff.
• 1 November 2026: Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal assumed charge as AOC-in-C, Eastern Air Command.
• 1 November 2026: National Organ Transplant Games 2026 inaugurated in New Delhi.
• 2–5 November 2026: Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo scheduled at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
• 2 November 2026: Coal Mine Star Rating Awards scheduled in Raipur.
• November–December 2026: Digi Yatra international passenger trials at seven airports.
• 2 November 2026: Check the latest IMD bulletin for current coastal warnings and forecast updates.

Severe Cyclonic Storm: A category in the IMD’s classification of tropical cyclonic systems. Wind speeds and forecast tracks are updated as observations change.

Storm surge: An abnormal rise of sea water above the predicted astronomical tide, driven mainly by a storm’s winds and pressure.

Digi Yatra: A digital passenger-processing initiative that uses facial recognition and verified credentials at participating airport touchpoints.

E-passport: A passport containing an electronic chip that stores identity and biometric data in a digitally readable form.

Green hydrogen: Hydrogen produced using renewable electricity, typically through electrolysis of water.

Star Rating Policy for Coal Mines: A performance-assessment framework covering operational, safety, environmental and social parameters.

Organ donation: The voluntary donation of organs for transplantation to help patients with organ failure.

VAYU: The four-pillar guiding vision announced by the Chief of the Air Staff: Vigilance, Victory and Readiness; Aatmanirbharta; Yukti; Unity of Effort.

Question 1: Reading a Cyclone Forecast

IMD forecasts Murasu may cross the south Andhra Pradesh coast during the night of 2 November to early 3 November. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

1. Landfall has already been confirmed
2. The forecast describes a possible future event and may be updated
3. The storm cannot change direction
4. All coastal districts have identical risk

Answer: B. A forecast is a prediction based on current observations and models; it is updated as the system evolves.

Question 2: Renewable Energy and Investment

Why might a national renewable-energy summit invite investors, manufacturers and policymakers?

1. To stop all electricity generation
2. To connect finance, technology, policy and project development
3. To replace all power grids immediately
4. To regulate school examinations

Answer: B. Energy transition requires coordinated investment, technology, infrastructure and policy.

Question 3: Digital Identity at Airports

What is the purpose of Digi Yatra’s international e-passport trial?

1. To replace immigration checks
2. To test digital credentials at selected airport touchpoints
3. To remove the need to carry a passport
4. To permit travel without airline checks

Answer: B. The ministry says existing travel documents, airline checks and immigration formalities remain mandatory.

Question 4: Understanding Coal Statistics

Coal India reported October supply of 70.3 million tonnes and production of 67.2 million tonnes. What is the correct interpretation?

1. Supply and production are separate measures
2. Both figures represent national electricity generation
3. Production was higher than supply
4. The figures describe renewable electricity

Answer: A. Production measures output; supply records deliveries during the period and can include inventory movements.

Question 5: Public Health and Organ Donation

What is one key message of the National Organ Transplant Games?

1. Organ donation awareness can support transplantation
2. Only athletes can donate organs
3. Donation removes the need for medical screening
4. Transplant recipients cannot participate in sport

Answer: A. The event promotes awareness, recognises recipients and donors, and encourages informed discussion about donation.

This article uses official releases from the Government of India, the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of Coal, the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the India Meteorological Department.

The IMD cyclone archive lists a bulletin issued at 12:24 IST on 2 November 2026. Its PDF was unavailable when this article was prepared, so the cyclone details above are based on the latest operational warning that could be read, along with the earlier IMD forecast. Please check the latest IMD bulletin and local administration advisories for current information.

• IMD — live cyclone bulletin archive (latest entry listed at 12:24 IST on 2 November 2026)
• WMO GMDSS — IMD high-seas warning for Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu, 2 November 2026
• IMD — earlier National Bulletin No. 11 (archived forecast)
• PMO / MNRE — Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026
• Ministry of Coal — Coal India October 2026 performance
• Ministry of Civil Aviation — Digi Yatra international trials
• Ministry of Defence — Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit and VAYU vision
• Ministry of Defence — Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal
• Vice-President’s Secretariat — National Organ Transplant Games 2026
• Ministry of Coal — Star Rating Awards scheduled in Raipur