Current Affairs Quiz - November 2026

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Archaeologists recently discovered two 12th-century Chola-period bronze-alloy sculptures of Nataraja and Sivakami during excavations in Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu. Nagapattinam was an important coastal port and cultural centre during the Imperial Chola period. The Chola bronze tradition flourished between the 9th and 13th centuries. Chola bronzes are renowned for their sophisticated metal craftsmanship, artistic excellence and religious significance. The newly discovered sculptures feature distinctive iconographical characteristics and intact pedestals. This discovery highlights Nagapattinam’s artistic, religious and cultural importance during medieval South Indian history.

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Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed charge as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) of the Indian Air Force (IAF), succeeding Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, who retired after 42 years of service. Before his appointment, he was serving as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff. Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and was commissioned into the Fighter Stream of the IAF on 6 December 1986. He has completed more than 3,300 hours of flying on aircraft such as Mirage-2000, MiG variants, Jaguar and transport aircraft.

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Indian armwrestlers won 20 medals (4 gold, 2 silver and 14 bronze) at the 47th World Armwrestling and 28th World Para Armwrestling Championships 2026 in New Delhi. India secured fourth position in the overall medal standings, behind Russia, Kazakhstan and Türkiye. India hosted these championships for the first time, with participation from more than 1,700 athletes representing over 60 countries. The event was organised by the People’s Armwrestling Federation of India (PAFI) under the aegis of the World Armwrestling Federation (WAF).

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Manisha Bhanwala became the first Indian woman to win a gold medal at the Senior World Wrestling Championship. The event was held in Astana, Kazakhstan. She won the gold medal in the women’s 59 kg category, defeating USA’s Abigail Elizabeth Nette by 8–6 in the final. Manisha made a remarkable comeback after trailing 0–6 to secure the historic victory. With this achievement, she became the first Indian woman to win gold in women’s wrestling at this global championship. India finished the competition with four medals: one gold, two silver and one bronze. Kajal Dhochak and Neelam Sirohi won silver medals, while Tanu Sharma secured bronze in the 72 kg category.

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The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) designated November 2026 as the ‘Grievance Resolution Month’. The primary objective of this nationwide initiative is to expedite the resolution of long-pending insurance disputes, improve policyholders’ access to effective grievance redressal mechanisms, and ensure systemic improvements in claim settlements. Under this drive, insurers are mandated to address the underlying root causes of recurring grievances rather than focusing solely on closing complaint files administratively, thereby reinforcing policyholder protection across the Indian insurance sector.

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Mayon Volcano in Albay Province, the Philippines, produced an ash plume in October 2026, bringing attention to its continuing volcanic activity. Mayon is an active stratovolcano located in Albay Province, within the Bicol Region of southeastern Luzon Island, Philippines. It is famous for its nearly perfect symmetrical cone shape and is considered the most active volcano in the Philippines. The volcano is situated immediately north of the city of Legazpi. Mayon is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, a region characterised by frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

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The United States recently approved a potential sale of 500 PAC-3 MSE interceptors to Ukraine. The proposed deal is estimated to be worth approximately US$2.1 billion and is subject to the statutory US Congressional review process. The PAC-3 MSE stands for Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement. The Patriot is an advanced, mobile, ground-based surface-to-air missile defence system developed by the United States. The system is designed to intercept tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and advanced aircraft. PAC-3 MSE uses hit-to-kill technology, destroying incoming threats through direct physical impact

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Seoni Jumbo Custard Apple (Sitaphal) from Madhya Pradesh was granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Seoni district in Madhya Pradesh is renowned for its high-quality, large-sized custard apples cultivated extensively across its local ecosystem. GI tags are granted to goods that possess a specific geographical origin and qualities or a reputation attributable to that location. This recognition enhances the commercial market value of the fruit and prevents unauthorized use of the region’s brand name by external producers.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 on 2 November 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The four-day summit was held from 2 to 5 November 2026. The theme of the summit is “Invest. Innovate. Inspire.” The event aims to promote investment, innovation and international partnerships in the renewable energy sector. Participants from more than 130 countries, including over 40 ministers, are expected to attend. Nine countries and regional groupings, including Australia, Denmark, the European Union, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom, are participating as Country Partners.

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The Indian Air Force (IAF) has onboarded Air Force Schools across the country onto ScrollControl, a comprehensive Child Digital Safety Programme. The initiative has been launched through the Indian Air Force Educational & Cultural Society under the aegis of Air Headquarters. The programme coincides with National Cyber Security Awareness Month. A total of 261 teachers from 42 Air Force Schools have successfully completed certification as Cyber Crime Intervention Officers. The programme aims to strengthen cyber awareness and preparedness among students.