Daily Top Current Affairs of the day for 16th November 2025
1. AMRIT Scheme Marks 10 Years. The AMRIT (Affordable Medicines & Reliable Implants for Treatment) initiative completed a decade. Health Minister J.P. Nadda said the scheme has helped patients save around ₹8,500 crore over ten years.He also inaugurated 10 new AMRIT pharmacies in various medical institutions.
2. VP Inaugurates 30th CII Partnership Summit. Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan inaugurated the 30th CII Partnership Summit at Visakhapatnam. The theme is “Technology, Trust and Trade: Navigating the New Geoeconomic Order.” He pitched India as a top investment hub and praised Andhra Pradesh’s business climate.
3. Major Investment Push in Andhra Pradesh. At the CII summit, leaders emphasised Andhra Pradesh’s pro-business ecosystem. The state aims high with long-term investment goals, especially in technology, defence, and aerospace.
4. Visakhapatnam Beautification Ahead of Summit. Visakhapatnam is undergoing a ₹60 crore makeover for the CII Summit. Upgrades include roads, murals, lighting, footpaths and green spaces.
5. High Security for CII Summit. The CII Partnership Summit has tight security: ~4,000 police personnel, drones, CCTV. Multiple security layers and access control will ensure safe participation of foreign delegates.
6. NCSM Wins Global Climate-Change Award. The National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) won the CIMUSET Award for its “On The Edge?” climate change gallery. The exhibit uses interactive design, AR/VR, and storytelling to communicate climate science.
7. AMRIT Network to Expand Further.To mark its 10-year milestone, Nadda set a goal to expand AMRIT pharmacies to at least 500 outlets.He emphasized that all district hospitals and medical colleges should ideally host an AMRIT pharmacy.
8. Doha Framework Deal for Peace in DR Congo. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group signed a framework agreement in Doha, Qatar.The deal was facilitated by Qatar and backed by the African Union and the U.S.The framework includes eight protocols, including ceasefire monitoring, prisoner exchange, and reintegration.
9. Peace Deal Conditional, Key Issues Remain. While the Doha agreement is a major step, several protocols are yet to be finalised. These include restoration of state authority, governance reforms, and economic recovery.
10. AU Backs the Congo-M23 Framework. The African Union Commission Chairperson hailed the Doha framework as a “significant advance” towards long-term stability. AU called on all parties to implement the protocols diligently.
11. Blue Flag Certification for Odisha Beaches. Odisha’s Sunapur and Puri Golden beaches earned the International Blue Flag certification for 2025–26. The award recognises high standards in safety, water quality, environmental management, and eco-education.
12. Significance of Blue Flag Status. Sunapur received the Blue Flag label for the third consecutive year, and Puri’s Golden Beach for the seventh time. This highlights Odisha’s consistent commitment to sustainable coastal tourism.
13. India’s Investment Appeal Highlighted. At the CII Summit, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India’s global role is growing via technology-led industrialisation.
He discussed strengthening economic ties with global partners and boosting foreign investment.
14. CII Summit’s Strategic Tracks. The Summit features seven key tracks, including Trade, Future of Industrialisation, Technology & Innovation, and Sustainability. These reflect India’s long-term priorities amid shifting global economic dynamics.
15. CII Summit: Investment Target for AP. Andhra Pradesh aims for USD 0.5 trillion investment and creation of 50 lakh jobs by 2047, as highlighted at the summit. The state’s strategy emphasises sectors like drones, semiconductors, defence manufacturing, and green technology.
🔍 Why These Points Matter for Competitive Exams
Public Health & Welfare: The AMRIT scheme underlines India’s push for affordable healthcare and universal coverage.
Economic Diplomacy: The CII Summit demonstrates India’s role in geopolitics through trade and technology.
Global Peace & Security: The Congo–M23 peace framework is a key international security development.
Environment & Sustainable Tourism: Blue Flag certifications and NCSM’s climate gallery show India’s soft power in ecological conservation.
Development & Jobs: Andhra Pradesh’s ambitious investment strategy links to national development goals and the Make in India agenda.