Today in History (November 20th, 1910)
On November 20th 1910 when Francisco Madero initiated a revolt that, despite its failure, ignited the Mexican Revolution. His efforts inspired leaders like Pancho Villa and Emiliano Zapata, who mobilized their determined armies to fight for change.
Summary of Today’s News
Little improvement in air quality: Rai urges Modi to clear way for artificial rain
As of November 19, 2024, Delhi’s AQI reached 460, falling in the Severe Plus category. The air quality is expected to remain severe until November 22, impacting education with universities switching to online classes. The Delhi government proposed artificial rain but received no response from the Union Environment Ministry. Criticizing the Centre’s inaction, Gopal Rai highlighted stubble burning and air pollution issues. The BJP criticized the focus on artificial rain, protesting and distributing N95 masks. Stubble burning contributed 13.06% to PM2.5 levels.
At G-20 summit, India, China discuss resumption of flights, visa issuance.
India and China are resuming talks post-LAC disengagement with key agreements on direct flights, visa issuance, journalist exchanges, river data sharing, and pilgrimages to Kailash Man Sarovar. Diplomatic engagements include External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the G-20 summit. National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Wang Yi will discuss boundary issues. Both countries plan to commemorate 75 years of diplomatic ties in 2025. India emphasizes peace at the border, while China seeks practical progress in bilateral exchanges and connectivity restoration.
‘India’s vision for free, open maritime network is finding resonance across the world’.
In his address at the ‘Sagarmanthan: The Great Oceans Dialogue,’ PM Modi highlighted India’s maritime development, noting the doubling of port capacity and improved efficiency through better connectivity. He emphasized a free, open, and secure maritime network in the Indian Ocean and Indo-Pacific. India’s rich maritime legacy, from ancient ports like Lothal to Chola dynasty naval achievements, was also acknowledged. The summit, attended by 1,700 participants from 60 countries, focused on maritime security, economic growth, and global cooperation.
India and Italy to negotiate defence industrial road map, focus on maritime sector.
India and Italy’s defence and strategic cooperation is guided by the Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-29, focusing on a defence industrial roadmap, classified information exchange, and maritime collaboration. Key areas include technology co-development and public-private partnerships. Recent developments include joint naval exercises and increased military visits. During the G-20 summit in Brazil, Prime Ministers Modi and Meloni agreed to enhance cooperation in defence, security, trade, technology, culture, and education, strengthening both countries’ strategic and economic ties.
