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Daily Current Affairs 11 October 2026 with MCQs & Static GK

Here are today's top competitive exam current affairs updates featuring key national, international, defense, science, sports, and economic news.

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National Current Affairs

Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai awarded 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

  • Awarded for their groundbreaking discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis.
  • Henri B. Kagan represents France, while Kenso Soai represents Japan.
STATIC GK BOOSTER: Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Instituted: 1901
Indian-Origin Laureate: Venkatraman Ramakrishnan (2009, for studies of the structure and function of the ribosome)

RBI Monetary Policy Committee hikes Repo Rate to 5.50%

  • The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) increased the repo rate by 25 basis points from 5.25% to 5.50% after a 3.5-year gap.
  • The rate hike aims to rein in inflationary expectations.
STATIC GK BOOSTER: Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)
Chaired by: RBI Governor (Sanjay Malhotra)
Total Members: 6 (3 from RBI + 3 appointed by Central Government)
Formed on Recommendation of: Urjit Patel Committee

PM Narendra Modi inaugurates 10th edition of India Mobile Congress 2026

  • Inaugurated at Yashobhoomi Centre, New Delhi, anchored around the theme 'Expanding Beyond Boundaries'.
  • Jointly organized by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and COAI.
  • Centered around four core pillars: Srishti, Samvardhan, Sashakt, and Suraksha.

Prof. Mahesh Kakde wins prestigious Ramanujan Prize 2026

  • Prof. Mahesh Kakde is a mathematician from IISc Bengaluru.
  • Awarded for his seminal contributions to algebraic number theory and non-commutative Iwasawa theory.
  • Jointly awarded by ICTP and IMU to young mathematicians under 45 from developing countries.

Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda launches nationwide 'JOSH Teams'

  • Launched at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, to accelerate community mobilization for the 'TB Mukt Bharat' mission.
  • First phase rolls out across 55 districts in 11 states, engaging MY Bharat volunteers, NCC cadets, and grassroots officers under the message 'TB Harega, Desh Jeetega'.

World Bank ranks India in top 10 emerging markets for AI readiness

  • Published in its flagship report 'India and Artificial Intelligence: Seizing the Development Opportunity'.
  • Upgraded India's GDP growth forecast for FY 2026-27 (FY27) from 6.6% to 7.1%.

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurates Windergy India 2026

  • Inaugurated at Chennai Trade Centre in Tamil Nadu as a 3-day international trade fair and conference.
  • Aims to promote clean energy and wind power sector development in India.

MeitY launches 'IndiaAI CAIK' in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

  • Established as the Centre of Excellence in AI in Kerala by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
  • Focuses on boosting innovation in artificial intelligence for healthcare, agriculture, and climate resilience/disaster management.

DRDO successfully conducts live test jump of Advanced High-Altitude Parachute (AHAP)

  • Tested at an elevation of 16,000 feet in Nyoma (Changthang region), Ladakh.
  • Marks the first successful live jump of the indigenously developed parachute.
STATIC GK BOOSTER: DRDO
Motto: 'Balasya Moolam Vijnanam' (Strength's Origin is in Science)
Established: 1958
Headquarters: New Delhi

Nagaland Government partners with BRAC for Inclusive Livelihood Scheme

  • Aims to provide livelihood support, financial inclusion, and social security to 4,000 extreme vulnerable households.
  • Partnered with global non-governmental organization BRAC.

Sagarmanthan 2026: The Great Oceans Dialogue organized in New Delhi

  • Jointly hosted by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and the Observer Research Foundation (ORF).
  • Theme: 'Blue Geographies, New Aspirations: Trade, Technology, and Trust at Sea'.

PM Narendra Modi marks 25 years as head of democratic government

  • Completed 25 years on 7 October 2026, comprising 13 years as Chief Minister of Gujarat and 12 years as Prime Minister of India.
  • Commemorated at the 'Seva Jyoti' event organized in New Delhi.
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Sports Current Affairs

Smriti Mandhana appointed captain of Indian Women's Cricket Team across all formats

  • Appointed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
  • Mandhana is the highest run-scorer in women's international cricket with 10,880 runs.
  • She led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to WPL titles in 2024 and 2026.

Novak Djokovic wins China Open 2026; Carlos Alcaraz lifts Japan Open title

  • Novak Djokovic defeated Alex de Minaur in Beijing to claim his 7th China Open title and 102nd ATP career trophy.
  • Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jiri Lehecka in Tokyo to win the Japan Open 2026 title.
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Defence Current Affairs

Indian Air Force celebrates its 94th Foundation Day

  • Celebrated on 8 October 2026 with an airshow and ceremonial parade at Hindon Airbase, Ghaziabad.
  • The official theme for the 94th Foundation Day was 'IAF: Potent, Precise, Invulnerable' ('IAF: अचूक, अभेद्य, सटीक').
STATIC GK BOOSTER: Indian Air Force (IAF)
Motto: 'Nabha Sparsham Deeptam' (Touch the Sky with Glory)
Established: 8 October 1932
Next Chief of the Air Staff: Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit (taking office on 31 October)
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Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai have been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their discovery in which area?
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What is the updated Repo Rate announced by the RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)?
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Who has been appointed as the new captain of the Indian Women's Cricket Team across all formats?
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Where was the 94th Foundation Day parade and airshow of the Indian Air Force (IAF) held?
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What is the theme of the 10th edition of 'India Mobile Congress 2026' (IMC)?
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Who won the prestigious 'Ramanujan Prize 2026' for contributions to algebraic number theory?
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What is the name of the nationwide initiative launched by Health Minister J.P. Nadda to accelerate TB eradication?
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What is the revised GDP growth forecast for India for FY 2026-27 (FY27) by the World Bank?
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Where was the international wind energy conference 'Windergy India 2026' held?
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DRDO conducted a successful live test jump of the Advanced High-Altitude Parachute (AHAP) at 16,000 feet in which region?