Key News Highlights – November 16, 2026
Today’s school assembly news includes updates on voter registration, a significant space exploration achievement, India’s victory in the ODI series, and travel options for the Chhath Puja festival.
Election Commission Updates
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has informed the Supreme Court that voters excluded from draft electoral rolls due to failure to submit enumeration forms can now submit forms from their current ordinary residence. This provides an opportunity for those previously unable to register.
SpaceX Starship Success
Elon Musk’s SpaceX successfully caught its Starship spacecraft mid-air using the launch tower’s mechanical arms. During its 22-hour mission, Starship completed 14 orbits around Earth and released 26 Starlink internet network satellites.
India Clinches ODI Victory
India defeated New Zealand by 22 runs in the fifth ODI match at Mount Maunganui, securing its first ODI victory in seven years. Arshdeep and Co helped India defend 209 for 3.
East Central Railway (ECR) Announces Special Trains
The East Central Railway (ECR) has announced the availability of over 47,000 berths and seats in Chhath Puja special trains departing from various stations in Bihar between November 16 and 30. Passengers can book these tickets for their return journeys after Chhath Puja.
Train Connecting Nepal and India
The Ministry of Railways has approved a weekly train connecting Nepal’s Janakpur Dham with Ayodhya Cantt. The train will stop at 10 railway stations along the route.
Other News
Portugal suffered a 4-1 home defeat against Denmark in the UEFA Nations League. Italy has been fined €805 million by Meta for accessing Android users’ photos and videos through Facebook without their informed consent. Addressing the platinum jubilee celebrations of IIT Kharagpur, the Karnataka Governor Sudha Yadav emphasized the importance of alumni giving back to society.
Israeli Political Developments
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has urged the Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot to form a national unity government, citing Iran’s threat. Eisenkot dismissed Netanyahu’s call, calling it “another spin”.
Source: The Indian Express. Featured image credit: The Indian Express.
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