Current Affairs 10 November 2026

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  • Semicon 2.0 portal launched with 12 new electronics projects approved
  • Supreme Court reiterates automatic suspension after 48 hours in custody

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Science & Technology

Semicon 2.0 portal launched with 12 new electronics projects approved

Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the Semicon 2.0 web application portal in New Delhi. The portal is linked to the second phase of the Semicon India Programme. The government also approved 12 additional applications under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme. These projects involve an estimated investment of ₹7,503 crore. The initiative seeks to strengthen domestic electronics manufacturing and semiconductor supply chains. It is relevant to India’s technology-policy and manufacturing objectives.

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Polity & Governance

Supreme Court reiterates automatic suspension after 48 hours in custody

The Supreme Court reiterated the rule concerning government employees held in judicial custody. An employee detained for more than 48 hours is deemed to be under suspension. A separate suspension order is not necessary for this consequence. The principle concerns service law and administrative accountability. The ruling is relevant to constitutional and governance topics. It may be asked in questions on judicial pronouncements and public employment.

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