Adda247 provides the latest and most important daily current affairs 2026 for Bank, SSC, Railway, Police SI, and Other State Govt Exams. Our team curates the most significant national and international news, government policy updates, important appointments 2026, awards and honours, summits and conferences, science and technology, defence news, business & economy, and sports current affairs — all in one place.
Today’s Current Affairs
- Lakshadweep Becomes India’s First 100% Literate Union Territory Under ULLASOctober 13, 2026Lakshadweep was made a fully literate union territory on October 11, 2026, under the centrally sponsored adult education program known as ULLAS-Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram. This was after administrator Praful Patel declared the territory literate ...Read more
- Shafali Verma Wins ICC Women’s Player of the Month Award for September 2026October 13, 2026India’s all-rounder Shafali Verma has been selected by the International Cricket Council (ICC) as the ‘Women’s Player of the Month’ for September 2026 following her excellent showings in the Women’s Asia Cup and the Asian ...Read more
- ICC Player of the Month: Shubman Gill Sets Record with Fifth AwardOctober 13, 2026India skipper Shubman Gill has bagged his fifth ICC Player of the Month award to add further to his own record in the men’s section. The accolade comes in light of the fantastic performances of ...Read more
- International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2026: Theme, History and SignificanceOctober 13, 2026The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) is celebrated annually on 13 October to increase awareness and take measures to mitigate disasters and build community resilience. For the year 2026, the UN is celebrating ...Read more
- President Droupadi Murmu Appoints Six Governors in Major State-Level ReshuffleOctober 13, 2026Honorable President of India Droupadi Murmu announced a reshuffle of the State Governors, which includes a total of six governors. In this new order, a total of four new appointments have been made in the ...Read more
- India’s Retail Inflation Rises to 5.54% in September 2026 as Food Prices SurgeOctober 13, 2026Inflation in India increased to 5.54% in September 2026 compared to 4.83% in the month of August due to inflation in the prices of food items such as vegetables. This is the highest inflation rate ...Read more
- IMF Raises India’s FY27 GDP Growth Forecast to 7% on Strong Domestic DemandOctober 13, 2026The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its projections for India’s growth in FY 2026-27 (FY27) to 7% by raising it by 60 basis points. In its most recent World Economic Outlook, the institution cites ...Read more
- Nobel Prize 2026 – Advanced Exam-Level MCQsOctober 13, 2026The Nobel Prize 2026 is one of the most important current affairs topics for competitive examinations, including UPSC, State PCS, SSC, Banking, Railways and other government exams. The prizes recognise outstanding contributions across six categories: ...Read more
- Indian Army Launches Bharat Rice for Troops; Signs Logistics MoU with FCIOctober 13, 2026Bharat Rice, a program undertaken by the Indian Army, was unveiled on October 12th 2026, with the aim of improving the quality and delivery of rice distributed to soldiers. The ceremony to unveil the project ...Read more
- Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY): One Year of Implementation and Key AchievementsOctober 13, 2026PMDDKY (Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana) Scheme completed its first year since launch on October 11, 2026. Launched on October 11, 2025, after being announced in the Union Budget 2025-26, the scheme is aimed at ...Read more
- 2026 Nobel Prize Winners: Categories Wise Complete Winners ListOctober 12, 2026Nobel prizes in 2026 will be declared during the first half of October, and there will be six different types of Nobel prizes, namely, Physiology or Medicine, Physics, Chemistry, Literature, Peace, and Economic Sciences. The ...Read more
- Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford Win 2026 Economics Nobel PrizeOctober 12, 2026The Nobel Prize in Economics for 2026 has been conferred upon two American economists, Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford, for their contribution to the field of the “microeconomic foundations of macroeconomic stabilization.” Their contributions ...Read more
- World Bank Mobilises $112 Billion in Private Capital as Developing Countries Face Debt PressuresOctober 12, 2026The World Bank has been in talks with 30-40 countries regarding possible assistance as a result of soaring energy prices due to the conflict in the Middle East, said Ajay Banga, World Bank President in ...Read more
- Jantar Mantar Denotified as Protest Site: Delhi Names Three New VenuesOctober 12, 2026Jantar Mantar in the National Capital, New Delhi has been de-notified as a protest venue after a circular passed on October 12th 2026, it is released by the Delhi Police. This move has been taken ...Read more
Important Days 2026
- International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2026: Theme, History and Significance October 13, 2026
- National Human Rights Commission to Mark 33 Years on 12 October 2026 October 12, 2026
- World Arthritis Day 2026: Date, Theme, History and Key Facts October 12, 2026
- Navratri 2026: Dates, Nine Forms of Goddess Durga and Religious Significance October 11, 2026
- World Mental Health Day 2026: Theme, Tele-MANAS Helpline 14416 and Key Initiatives October 10, 2026
- World Post Day 2026: Why October 9 Is Observed and What the UPU Does October 9, 2026
General Knowledge 2026
Who Is Navi Pillay? Nobel Peace Prize 2026 Winner, Biography and AchievementsOctober 10, 2026Navi Pillay, who is of Indian Tamil descent and a South African jurist, was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts in the ...
Vande Bharat vs Amrit Bharat Express: Key Differences Every Traveler Should KnowOctober 9, 2026There is an increasing trend of introducing modern trains in India’s railway network according to the needs of passengers. Two such trains are Vande Bharat ...
Asian Games to LA28: Which Sports Earned India Olympic Quotas? Complete ListOctober 9, 2026Performance by India in the 2026 Asian Games held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, was noteworthy because it was partly connected to securing qualification to participate in ...
Guava Capital of India: Which Place Is Known for Guava Cultivation?October 5, 2026The Indian state of Uttar Pradesh is famous for being the Guava capital of India because of its long-standing association with guava cultivation and the ...
7 Most Beautiful Train Stations in the World 2026: Full List and Key FeaturesOctober 5, 2026Seven train stations that have been recognized due to their unique architectural designs, urban planning, and integration into their environments have been chosen for the ...
World Architecture Day 2026: 8 Clever Features of Historic Indian ArchitectureOctober 5, 2026Traditional architecture in India is not just about beauty; it also offers practical solutions to climatic, water, and privacy concerns. Whether it is the perforated ...
Asian Games 2026 Day 14: India’s Historic Gold Rush in Archery, Boxing, Wrestling and HockeyOctober 2, 2026India delivered its best showing in the Asian Games 2026 held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan on Day 14 with ten medals in total including six golds, ...
