Samsung and IISc Open Quantum Research Lab
Samsung Semiconductor India Research (SSIR) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) inaugurated a Quantum Research Lab on 15 October 2026. The facility is located on the IISc...
Reema Nanavaty Receives Hillary Rodham Clinton Award
Indian social worker Reema Nanavaty received the Hillary Rodham Clinton Award on 15 October 2026 at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security in Washington, D.C. Former...
Mizoram Launches MIWAS, e-Sanction, e-Budget and DBT
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma launched four digital financial management initiatives on 15 October 2026 at the Chief Minister’s Office in Aizawl. The initiatives—MIWAS, e-Sanction, e-Budget and 100% Direct...
Defence Ministry Signs ₹4,106 Crore Contracts for GSAT-7C and Varunastra
The Ministry of Defence signed two defence acquisition contracts worth approximately ₹4,106 crore in New Delhi on 15 October 2026. The agreements cover a GSAT-7C communication satellite for...
ADB and Japan Finance Green Ammonia Plant in Kakinada
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Japan signed financing agreements on 15 October 2026 with AM Green Ammonia (India) Private Limited for a renewable-powered green...
India Adds Sukhna Wetland and Sauj Jheel to Ramsar List
India’s Ramsar site tally reached 103 on 15 October 2026, following the addition of Sukhna Wetland in Chandigarh and Sauj Jheel in Uttar Pradesh. Union Environment Minister Bhupender...
Reflect Orbital Books Two Skyroot Vikram Rocket Launches
California-based Reflect Orbital signed a contract with Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace on 14 October 2026 for two dedicated rocket launches. The US start-up plans to deploy spacecraft carrying orbital...
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: October 16, 2026
1. Which institute developed the organometallic compound magnesium hydridomethylzincate? [A] Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru[B] Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Thiruvananthapuram[C] Indian Institute of...
Ballistic Missile Range Classifications and Key Features
Ballistic missiles are classified chiefly by the maximum distance they can travel. Their powered flight is followed by an unpowered trajectory largely governed by gravity, making range and...
Types of Missiles Used in Modern Warfare
Missiles are guided, self-propelled weapons designed to deliver a warhead to a target. They are classified by trajectory, range, guidance and propulsion, launch platform, and intended target. These...
Environmental Impacts of Mining in Forest Areas of India
Mining in forest areas can generate minerals and support industry, but it may also damage habitats, water systems and local livelihoods. Effective environmental assessment, protection of forest rights...
