Manisha Bhanwala Wins World Wrestling Championships Gold
Manisha Bhanwala became the first Indian woman to win gold at the Senior World Wrestling Championships on 30 October 2026. She won the women’s 59kg title in Astana,...
India’s Maritime Security Framework and Regional Cooperation
India’s maritime security framework combines naval defence, coastal law enforcement, intelligence-sharing and regional partnerships. Guided by SAGAR, India seeks to protect its maritime interests while supporting safe, stable...
ISRO Launches GSLV-F18 with NVS-03 Navigation Satellite
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the GSLV-F18 carrying the NVS-03 navigation satellite on 30 October 2026. The rocket lifted off at 11:51 pm IST from...
Government Notifies Social Security Board for Gig Workers
On 30 October 2026, the Ministry of Labour & Employment notified the constitution of the National Social Security Board for Unorganised Workers and Gig & Platform Workers. Established...
Major Maritime Security Initiatives in the Indian Ocean
India’s maritime security approach combines regional cooperation, operational information-sharing and support for international maritime law. Its initiatives seek to improve maritime domain awareness, build capacity and promote a...
Bahram Vakil to Succeed Noel Tata as Trent Chairman
Trent Ltd’s board appointed Bahram Vakil as chairman, effective 12 November 2026, succeeding Noel N. Tata. Noel Tata will step down as chairman and director on 11 November,...
Cabinet Approves ₹10,000 Crore Container Manufacturing Scheme
On 28 October 2026, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the ₹10,000 crore Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS). First announced in the Union Budget...
International Organisations and Peace Efforts in Libya
Libya’s peace process has been shaped by fragmented political authority, armed conflict and competing regional interests since 2011. The United Nations and other international organisations have supported mediation,...
Major International Agreements and Treaty-Making Procedures
International treaties establish legal obligations between states and provide frameworks for cooperation on issues such as trade, security, the environment and human rights. Their effect depends on how...
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: October 31, 2026
1. What type of missile is the AIM-120 AMRAAM, recently seen in news? [A] Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile[B] Air-to-Surface Anti-Radiation Missile[C] Beyond-Visual-Range Air-to-Air Missile[D] Surface-to-Air Missile Show Answer Correct...
Role of Gram Sabhas in Forest Governance and Rights Recognition
The Forest Rights Act, 2006 places the Gram Sabha at the start of the process for identifying and recommending forest rights claims. Its role links local self-governance and...
