Daily Current Affairs 6 October 2026: Important GK Updates for UPSC, SSC, Banking & Railways Exams
Daily Current Affairs 6 October 2026 covers the ASI 2024-25 manufacturing report, India's cheetah population reaching 60, PM-SETU completing one year, the Kaveri Dry Engine trials, India's first 5.56-km free-space QKD link, PMAY-G's 3D-printed housing pilot and the first international cargo voyage from Dibrugarh. It also includes important banking, defence, environment, appointments, sports and international updates with exam-ready one-liners, quick-fact cards and FAQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Insurance, Defence and State PSC exams.
Introduction to Current Affairs 6 October 2026
The Daily Current Affairs 6 October 2026 cover important developments across National Affairs, Economy & Banking, Science & Technology, Environment, Defence, Appointments, Sports and Important Days. Major exam topics include the Annual Survey of Industries 2024-25, PM-SETU, India's first 3D concrete-printed rural housing pilot, the Kaveri Dry Engine, India's first 5.56-km free-space Quantum Key Distribution link and the expansion of India's cheetah population.
Other important updates include RBI registration for Indiabulls, HAL's acquisition of HATSOFF, India's Akash missile exports, Bimal Patel joining ITLOS, India-Switzerland agreements, the Dibrugarh-Dhaka cargo voyage and India's Asian Games performance. Aspirants can follow the daily current affairs section for regular exam-oriented revision.
National Current Affairs
ASI 2024-25: Manufacturing GVA Rises 9.59%; Employment Crosses 2 Crore
Why in News: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation released the Annual Survey of Industries 2024-25, reporting strong growth in manufacturing Gross Value Added and employment.
Quick Facts
- Survey: Annual Survey of Industries 2024-25.
- Manufacturing GVA growth: 9.59%.
- Employment growth: 7.19%.
- Total employment: 2.10 crore.
- Field work: October 2025-June 2026.
Key Highlights
- ASI provides data on the growth, composition and structure of India's organised manufacturing sector.
- Tamil Nadu recorded the largest number of establishments among the leading States, with 41,221.
- It was followed by Gujarat, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka.
- The five leading States together accounted for 53.30% of establishments.
- Total emoluments paid to workers increased by 12.08% over 2023-24.
Survey of India Standardises 28 Geographical Features in Ladakh
Why in News: The Ministry of Home Affairs, in consultation with the Ladakh administration, standardised the names of 28 places and geographical features on the official Survey of India map.
Quick Facts
- Union Territory: Ladakh.
- Total geographical features: 28.
- Official mapping agency: Survey of India.
- Survey of India established: 1767.
- Headquarters: Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Key Highlights
- Named features include peaks, mountains, glaciers, passes, land areas, a valley, river, lake and another water body.
- Important names include Atisha Giri, Kanishka Peak, Zorawar Peak and Rinchen Zangpo Peak.
- Parpik and Skamri glaciers and Chapchingal and Shachmirk passes are included.
- Other features include Guru Rinpoche Lake, Yangpa River and Shkorga Valley.
Five Centres of Excellence Approved for Classical Languages
Why in News: The Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education approved five Centres of Excellence for the study of Assamese, Bengali, Marathi, Pali and Prakrit.
Quick Facts
- Centres approved: 5.
- Languages: Assamese, Bengali, Marathi, Pali and Prakrit.
- Assamese: Tezpur University.
- Bengali: Visva-Bharati University.
- Marathi: Deccan College, Pune.
Key Highlights
- The Pali centre will be established at the Central University of Odisha.
- The Prakrit centre will be established at the Central University of Gujarat.
- The centres will support advanced research, documentation, preservation and digitisation.
- The initiative seeks to strengthen research ecosystems around India's classical linguistic heritage.
First International Cargo Voyage Flagged Off from Dibrugarh to Dhaka
Why in News: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal flagged off the first international cargo voyage from Bogibeel Terminal in Dibrugarh, Assam, to Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Quick Facts
- Starting point: Bogibeel Terminal, Dibrugarh.
- Destination: Pangaon Port, Dhaka.
- Waterway: National Waterway-2.
- River: Brahmaputra.
- Cargo: Methanol.
Key Highlights
- The methanol consignment was produced by Assam Petro-Chemicals Limited.
- The voyage uses National Waterway-2 and the Indo-Bangladesh Protocol Route.
- The supplied source describes it as the first direct cargo sailing from Dibrugarh to a foreign port since Independence.
- The initiative seeks to improve Northeast India's access to international markets through inland waterways.
- National Waterway-2 covers the Brahmaputra stretch from Sadiya to Dhubri.
17th Pension Adalat Held in New Delhi
Why in News: The 17th Pension Adalat was organised at the Indian Institute of Public Administration in New Delhi for on-the-spot redressal of Central Government pension grievances.
Quick Facts
- Edition: 17th.
- Venue: IIPA, New Delhi.
- Cases taken up: 897.
- Ministries/Departments involved: 24.
- Pension Adalat initiative started: 2017.
Key Highlights
- The exercise particularly focused on super-senior and family pensioners.
- Cases were also handled through video conferencing and the CPENGRAMS portal.
- The previous 16 Pension Adalats had resolved 20,676 grievances out of 28,797 cases according to the supplied source.
- A dedicated FAQ booklet for family pensioners was released.
Sanchar Saathi Portal Crosses 30 Crore Visits
Why in News: The Department of Telecommunications' Sanchar Saathi citizen-centric mobile-security portal crossed 30 crore visits.
Quick Facts
- Portal: Sanchar Saathi.
- Launched: May 2023.
- Department: Department of Telecommunications.
- Ministry: Ministry of Communications.
- Visits: More than 30 crore.
Key Highlights
- The portal allows citizens to check mobile connections issued in their names.
- Users can report suspected fraudulent communications.
- Lost or stolen mobile devices can be reported and blocked.
- The supplied source reports that more than 14 lakh handsets have been recovered.
APEDA Facilitates 24 MT Frozen Food Export from Haryana to Canada
Why in News: APEDA facilitated the export of a 24 metric tonne frozen-food consignment from Sonipat, Haryana, to Canada through a Farmer Producer Organisation.
Quick Facts
- Exporter: Aterna Foods Producer Company Limited.
- Location: Sonipat, Haryana.
- Destination: Canada.
- Volume: 24 MT.
- Boxes: 2,295.
Key Highlights
- The shipment included green peas, mixed vegetables, sweet corn and samosas.
- The source values the consignment at CAD 35,140.
- APEDA supported the initiative to connect FPOs with international markets.
- NIFTEM provided technical and value-addition support.
Chintan Shivir 2026 Focuses on Future-Ready Highway Infrastructure
Why in News: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways organised Chintan Shivir 2026 to discuss policies and strategies for developing future-ready highway infrastructure.
Quick Facts
- Event: Chintan Shivir 2026.
- Organiser: Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
- Sector: Highway infrastructure.
- Focus: Future-ready highways.
Key Highlights
- The programme focused on policy, planning and implementation challenges in highway development.
- Key objectives include improved connectivity, efficient transportation and sustainable infrastructure development.
International Current Affairs
India and Switzerland Sign Agreements During Swiss Presidential Visit
Why in News: India and Switzerland signed agreements covering transportation technology, mobility systems, infrastructure and scientific research during Swiss President Guy Parmelin's visit to India.
Quick Facts
- Countries: India and Switzerland.
- Swiss President: Guy Parmelin.
- Visit: Three-day State visit.
- Key areas: Transport, mobility, infrastructure and science.
Key Highlights
- A Letter of Intent was signed between India's Department of Science and Technology and the Swiss National Science Foundation.
- The cooperation seeks to strengthen bilateral scientific research.
- Transportation technologies and mobility infrastructure were other major areas of engagement.
India-Canada Begin Fifth Round of CEPA Negotiations
Why in News: India and Canada began the fifth round of negotiations for their proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
Quick Facts
- Countries: India and Canada.
- Agreement: Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
- Abbreviation: CEPA.
- Negotiation round: 5th.
Key Highlights
- The proposed agreement seeks to provide a framework for expanding bilateral trade and economic cooperation.
- Negotiations cover opportunities to deepen economic engagement between businesses in both countries.
Bimal Patel Assumes Office as Judge of ITLOS
Why in News: India's Bimal Patel assumed office as a judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea in Hamburg, Germany.
Quick Facts
- Appointee: Bimal Patel.
- Institution: International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea.
- Headquarters: Hamburg, Germany.
- Tenure: 9 years.
- Votes received: 115 of 168 valid ballots.
Key Highlights
- He succeeded Neeru Chadha, whose term concluded on 30 September 2026.
- ITLOS consists of 21 independent members.
- It is an autonomous judicial body dealing with disputes concerning the law of the sea.
- Patel previously served as Vice-Chancellor of Rashtriya Raksha University and as a member of the UN International Law Commission.
Five Indians Rescued After Tanker Incident in Strait of Hormuz
Why in News: Five Indian nationals aboard a Kuwait-flagged tanker were rescued after the vessel was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the supplied source.
Quick Facts
- Location: Strait of Hormuz.
- Indians rescued: 5.
- Vessel: Kuwait-flagged tanker.
- Assistance: Indian Embassy officials.
Key Highlights
- The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically important maritime passage.
- It connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Sea.
- The incident highlights the importance of maritime security on major commercial shipping routes.
Economy & Banking
RBI Grants Core Investment Company Registration to Indiabulls Limited
Why in News: The Reserve Bank of India granted Indiabulls Limited a Certificate of Registration as a Core Investment Company, bringing it under RBI's regulatory framework for CICs.
Quick Facts
- Company: Indiabulls Limited.
- Registration: Core Investment Company.
- Regulator: RBI.
- Former name: Yaari Digital Integrated Services Limited.
- Headquarters: Gurugram, Haryana.
Key Highlights
- A CIC is a category of NBFC primarily engaged in holding investments in and financing group entities.
- The supplied source states that a CIC generally holds at least 90% of its net assets in investments or loans to group companies.
- At least 60% is generally held as equity investments in group companies under the cited criteria.
PFRDA Targets 3 Crore New NPS Subscribers in Two Years
Why in News: The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority announced a target to add 3 crore new National Pension System subscribers over two years.
Quick Facts
- New subscriber target: 3 crore.
- Timeline: 2 years.
- NPS + APY subscribers: More than 10 crore by September 2026.
- AUM: About Rs 18 lakh crore.
- Long-term vision: Pension for All by 2047.
Key Highlights
- PFRDA introduced NPS Swasthya, combining pension savings with a family-floater super top-up health-insurance component.
- The supplied source reports health coverage of up to Rs 30 lakh.
- NPS Tatkal provides UPI-linked digital onboarding using existing bank KYC information.
- PFRDA is also examining direct investment opportunities in infrastructure.
NABKISAN Lists India's First WASH-Focused Social Bond on NSE
Why in News: NABARD subsidiary NABKISAN Finance Limited listed India's first Social Bond dedicated exclusively to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene on the National Stock Exchange.
Quick Facts
- Issue size: Rs 180 crore.
- Coupon rate: 8.10%.
- Tenure: 5 years.
- Maturity: September 2031.
- Ratings: CRISIL AAA (Stable) and CARE AAA (Stable).
Key Highlights
- The issue was oversubscribed by 1.8 times.
- Funds will support water, sanitation and hygiene solutions in rural and underserved communities.
- NABKISAN is one of NABARD's specialised subsidiaries.
Government Schemes
PM-SETU Completes One Year; 850 ITIs Identified
Why in News: The Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs initiative completed one year on 4 October 2026.
Quick Facts
- Scheme: PM-SETU.
- Launched: 4 October 2025.
- Total outlay: Rs 60,000 crore.
- Target Government ITIs: 1,000.
- ITIs identified in first year: 850.
Key Highlights
- The scheme follows a Hub-and-Spoke model with 200 Hub ITIs and 800 Spoke ITIs targeted overall.
- Of the 850 identified institutions, 172 are Hubs and 678 are Spokes.
- The funding structure comprises Rs 30,000 crore from the Centre, Rs 20,000 crore from States and Rs 10,000 crore from industry.
- Five National Skill Training Institutes are also targeted for capacity augmentation.
- New-age training areas include AI, cybersecurity, green hydrogen, semiconductor technology, drones and 5G.
India's First 3D Concrete-Printed Rural Housing Pilot Launched in Andhra Pradesh
Why in News: The first instalment for three lakh houses under PMAY-G 2.0 was handed over in Andhra Pradesh, alongside the foundation of a pilot project using 3D concrete-printing technology.
Quick Facts
- PMAY-G houses: 3 lakh.
- Value: Rs 3,600 crore.
- 3D-printed pilot houses: 177.
- Pilot cost: Rs 14 crore.
- Location: Burripalem, Guntur district.
Key Highlights
- The pilot aims to construct the 177 houses within six months.
- 3D concrete printing uses computer-controlled additive manufacturing with cement-based material.
- The supplied sources state that an individual house can be constructed in around 10 days using the technology.
- PMAY-G was launched in 2016 and later extended for FY2024-25 to FY2028-29 to construct two crore additional rural houses.
Reports & Indices
India Wins Four Gold and One Silver at 19th IOAA 2026
Why in News: India won four gold medals and one silver at the 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics held in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Quick Facts
- Event: 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics.
- Venue: Hanoi, Vietnam.
- India's medals: 4 Gold + 1 Silver.
- Indian participants: 5.
- Participation: 307 students from 64 countries.
Key Highlights
- All five Indian participants won medals.
- India was placed jointly third in the medal tally with Vietnam's guest team according to the supplied source.
- The result highlighted India's performance in international astronomy and astrophysics competitions.
Science & Technology
India Demonstrates First 5.56-km Free-Space Quantum Key Distribution Link
Why in News: QNu Labs, BISAG-N and IIT Gandhinagar demonstrated India's first 5.56-km free-space Quantum Key Distribution link in Gujarat.
Quick Facts
- Distance: 5.56 km.
- Trial dates: 27-28 September 2026.
- Institutions: QNu Labs, BISAG-N and IIT Gandhinagar.
- QBER: Below 5%.
- Secure key rate: 230-260 bits per second.
Key Highlights
- A Pointing, Acquisition and Tracking system maintained the free-space optical connection.
- The Armos device provided hardware-based QKD.
- Vedic Kavach provided a software layer incorporating post-quantum cryptography.
- The demonstration combined quantum-key generation with end-to-end encryption and decryption.
Rs 130 Crore Support Approved for Indigenous VeerAI Vision Chip
Why in News: The Technology Development Board signed an agreement with BigEndian Semiconductors to support development of an indigenous AI Vision System-on-Chip under the RDI Fund.
Quick Facts
- Project: VeerAI.
- Government support: Rs 130 crore.
- Total project cost: Rs 260 crore.
- Technology: AI Vision System-on-Chip.
- Target: TRL-5 to TRL-9.
Key Highlights
- The project seeks to develop an indigenous semiconductor platform for AI-based vision and computing applications.
- Technology Development Board operates under the Department of Science and Technology.
- The project aims to progress from Technology Readiness Level 5 to a fully demonstrated operational stage at TRL-9.
Kaveri Dry Engine Completes High-Altitude and Flight Trials in Russia
Why in News: DRDO's Kaveri Dry Engine, developed by the Gas Turbine Research Establishment, successfully completed high-altitude evaluations and flight trials in Russia for the Ghatak unmanned combat aircraft programme.
Quick Facts
- Engine: Kaveri Derivative Engine.
- Developer: DRDO-GTRE.
- Platform: Ghatak UCAV.
- Maximum dry thrust recorded: 48.5 kN.
- Target thrust: 46 kN.
Key Highlights
- High-altitude tests were conducted at Russia's Central Institute of Aviation Motors.
- Flight evaluations were conducted at the Gromov Flight Research Institute.
- The Kaveri Dry Engine is a non-afterburning derivative of the original Kaveri engine.
- It is intended for advanced unmanned combat platforms that do not require afterburner thrust.
Environment
India's Cheetah Population Reaches 60 After Birth of Five Cubs
Why in News: India's cheetah population reached 60 after India-born female cheetah KJP21 gave birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh.
Quick Facts
- Location: Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh.
- New cubs: 5.
- Total cheetah population: 60.
- India-born cheetahs: 41.
- Mother: KJP21.
Key Highlights
- The father of the cubs is a male cheetah from Botswana according to the supplied source.
- The new lineage is significant for the genetic diversity of India's reintroduced cheetah population.
- The births represent another milestone in India's cheetah conservation programme.
New Lizard Species Liolaemus arequipensis Discovered in Peru
Why in News: Scientists associated with the Natural History Museum of San Marcos University discovered a new cryptic lizard species named Liolaemus arequipensis in southern Peru.
Quick Facts
- Species: Liolaemus arequipensis.
- Country: Peru.
- Region: Arequipa.
- Elevation: 4,818 metres.
- Genus: Liolaemus.
Key Highlights
- The discovery was published in the scientific journal Diversity.
- The species measures about 6-8 centimetres.
- Females have square-shaped dorsal spots while males show oblique spots and white scales.
- Its diet includes plants and small arthropods.
Ladakh Begins Large-Scale Iranian Saffron Cultivation Experiment
Why in News: Ladakh launched a large-scale experiment to cultivate saffron using premium Iranian corms under Project Him Sarovar.
Quick Facts
- Project: Him Sarovar.
- Saffron corms: 800 kg.
- Approximate number: 90,000.
- Area: 4,000 square metres.
- Location: Spituk Pharka, Leh.
Key Highlights
- The corms were selected for high-altitude agro-climatic conditions.
- The experiment seeks to diversify agriculture and create livelihood opportunities.
- The project follows earlier high-altitude floriculture experimentation in the region.
- Saffron, Crocus sativus, is popularly called "Red Gold".
Defence
India's Akash Air Defence System Reaches Turkmenistan and Tajikistan
Why in News: The supplied source reports that India's indigenous Akash air defence missile system has been exported to Turkmenistan and Tajikistan, expanding its overseas footprint after Armenia.
Quick Facts
- System: Akash.
- Type: Short-range Surface-to-Air Missile.
- Developer: DRDO.
- Manufacturer: Bharat Dynamics Limited.
- Reported range: 4.5-25 km.
Key Highlights
- The system is designed to engage UAVs, helicopters and fighter aircraft.
- It incorporates Electronic Counter-Countermeasures against electronic jamming.
- Akash Prime is designed for high-altitude operations and incorporates an indigenous RF seeker.
- Akash-NG is the next-generation version with upgraded radars and system components.
HAL to Acquire Remaining Stake in HATSOFF Helicopter Training
Why in News: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited signed a share-transfer agreement to acquire the remaining stake in HATSOFF Helicopter Training Private Limited.
Quick Facts
- Acquirer: HAL.
- Company: HATSOFF Helicopter Training.
- Stake to be acquired: 50%.
- Seller: CAE, Canada.
- Expected completion: Within 60 days.
Key Highlights
- HAL will acquire 3,84,04,205 equity shares from CAE at NIL consideration according to the supplied source.
- After completion, HATSOFF will become a wholly owned subsidiary of HAL.
- HATSOFF was incorporated in 2008 as a 50:50 joint venture between HAL and CAE.
- It provides simulator training to military and civil helicopter pilots.
Awards & Honours
Captain Smit Machchhar Selected for Vishisht Gujarat Garima Award
Why in News: The supplied source reports that the Gujarat government announced the Vishisht Gujarat Garima Award for pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for an act of bravery during an in-flight emergency.
Quick Facts
- Awardee: Captain Smit Machchhar.
- Award: Vishisht Gujarat Garima Award.
- Cash component: Rs 25 lakh.
- Passengers and crew reportedly saved: 174.
Key Highlights
- The honour recognises extraordinary bravery and service according to the supplied source.
- The aircraft involved was reportedly diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, during the emergency.
Appointments & Resignations
Lt Gen Akhilesh Kumar Assumes Command of 1 Corps
Why in News: Lieutenant General Akhilesh Kumar assumed command as General Officer Commanding of the Mathura-based 1 Corps of the Indian Army.
Quick Facts
- Officer: Lt Gen Akhilesh Kumar.
- Position: GOC, 1 Corps.
- Headquarters: Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.
- Predecessor: Lt Gen V Hariharan.
- Parent regiment: Rajputana Rifles.
Key Highlights
- He was commissioned into the 4th Battalion, Rajputana Rifles, in 1992.
- He previously served as Additional Director General, Discipline and Vigilance.
- He has commanded a Rashtriya Rifles Sector and an Infantry Division.
- His honours include the Sena Medal and Vishisht Seva Medal.
Sports
Asian Games 2026 Concludes; India Finishes Fourth with 85 Medals
Why in News: The 20th Asian Games concluded in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with India finishing fourth in the final medal standings.
Quick Facts
- Host: Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
- Dates: 19 September-4 October 2026.
- India's position: 4th.
- Total Indian medals: 85.
- India: 21 Gold, 27 Silver, 37 Bronze.
Key Highlights
- China topped the final medal standings with 341 medals according to the supplied source.
- Japan finished second and South Korea third.
- The Games featured 469 medal events across 43 sports and 71 disciplines.
- Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi was named Female MVP.
- Thai sprinter Puripol Boonson was named Male MVP.
Indian Women's Hockey Team Wins Asian Games Gold After 44 Years
Why in News: India defeated China 1-0 to win the women's hockey gold medal at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games and secure qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
Quick Facts
- Final: India vs China.
- Score: 1-0.
- Medal: Gold.
- Previous Indian gold: 1982.
- Olympic qualification: LA 2028.
Key Highlights
- Lalremsiami scored the decisive goal according to the supplied Testbook source.
- Goalkeeper Savita Punia made an important penalty-stroke save.
- The title ended India's 44-year wait for another Asian Games women's hockey gold.
- Other Indian gold medallists highlighted in the supplied sources included Lovlina Borgohain, Parveen Hooda, Ankush Panghal and Sujeet Kalkal.
Important Days
World Habitat Day 2026 - October 5
Why in News: World Habitat Day 2026 was observed on the first Monday of October to highlight the importance of adequate housing and sustainable human settlements.
Quick Facts
- Observed: First Monday of October.
- 2026 date: 5 October.
- 2026 Theme: "Adequate Housing for All".
- Indian programme: New Delhi.
Key Highlights
- The observance draws attention to adequate shelter and sustainable urban development.
- It highlights the principle that everyone should have access to adequate housing.
- The Indian programme was held in New Delhi according to the supplied source.
World Animal Day 2026 - October 4
Why in News: World Animal Day was observed on 4 October 2026 to promote animal welfare and protection.
Quick Facts
- Date: 4 October.
- 2026 Theme: "See the World Through Their Eyes".
- First observance: 1925.
- Founder: Heinrich Zimmermann.
- Coordinator since 2003: Naturewatch Foundation.
National Wildlife Week 2026 - October 2-8
Why in News: India observed the 72nd National Wildlife Week from 2 to 8 October 2026 to promote wildlife conservation and habitat protection.
Quick Facts
- Dates: 2-8 October.
- Edition: 72nd.
- 2026 Theme: "Connecting Habitats, Thriving Wildlife".
- First National Wildlife Week: 1957.
Current Affairs One-Liners
Quick Revision
- ASI 2024-25 → manufacturing GVA increased 9.59% → employment reached 2.10 crore.
- Top ASI State by establishments in supplied source → Tamil Nadu → 41,221 establishments.
- PM-SETU → Rs 60,000 crore → 1,000 Government ITIs targeted.
- PM-SETU first-year progress → 850 ITIs identified → 172 Hubs + 678 Spokes.
- Ladakh mapping → 28 geographical features standardised on Survey of India map.
- Classical-language CoEs → Assamese, Bengali, Marathi, Pali and Prakrit.
- PMAY-G Andhra Pradesh → 3 lakh houses → Rs 3,600 crore first instalment.
- 3D concrete-printing pilot → Burripalem, Guntur → 177 houses costing Rs 14 crore.
- Nalanda University + CSIR-TKDL → MoU on traditional knowledge, IPR and cultural heritage.
- Pondicherry University + NIT Nagaland → research collaboration under ANRF-PAIR.
- NIT Nagaland → first institution from Northeast participating in the PAIR project in supplied source.
- ANRF → established under ANRF Act, 2023 → envisaged investment Rs 50,000 crore over five years.
- Sanchar Saathi → more than 30 crore visits → launched May 2023.
- Dibrugarh-Dhaka cargo voyage → Bogibeel to Pangaon Port → carries methanol.
- Waterway for Dibrugarh voyage → National Waterway-2 + Indo-Bangladesh Protocol Route.
- Haryana FPO export → 24 MT frozen food → Canada.
- 17th Pension Adalat → New Delhi → 897 grievances from 24 Ministries/Departments.
- India-Switzerland → agreements on transportation, mobility, infrastructure and scientific cooperation.
- India-Canada → 5th round of CEPA negotiations.
- Bimal Patel → Judge, ITLOS → nine-year term.
- ITLOS headquarters → Hamburg, Germany.
- Five Indians → rescued after tanker incident in Strait of Hormuz according to supplied source.
- RBI → granted Indiabulls Limited registration as a Core Investment Company.
- PFRDA → target to add 3 crore NPS subscribers in two years.
- NPS + APY → more than 10 crore subscribers → AUM about Rs 18 lakh crore.
- NABKISAN WASH Social Bond → Rs 180 crore → 8.10% coupon.
- HAL → to acquire remaining 50% of HATSOFF from CAE, Canada.
- HATSOFF → will become a wholly owned subsidiary of HAL after transaction.
- Kaveri Dry Engine → flight trials in Russia → 48.5 kN maximum dry thrust.
- Kaveri Derivative Engine → developed by DRDO's GTRE → intended for Ghatak UCAV.
- India's first free-space QKD demonstration → 5.56 km → QNu Labs, BISAG-N and IIT Gandhinagar.
- QKD trial → QBER below 5% → secure keys at 230-260 bps.
- VeerAI → indigenous AI Vision SoC → Rs 130 crore government support.
- VeerAI total project cost → Rs 260 crore → TRL-5 to TRL-9 target.
- India's cheetah population → 60 after five cubs born at Kuno National Park.
- India-born cheetahs → 41 according to supplied Mahendras source.
- New lizard species → Liolaemus arequipensis → discovered in Peru.
- Project Him Sarovar → Iranian saffron cultivation experiment in Ladakh.
- Saffron experiment → 800 kg corms → Spituk Pharka, Leh.
- Akash missile system → DRDO-developed → manufactured by Bharat Dynamics Limited.
- Supplied source reports Akash exports → Turkmenistan and Tajikistan after Armenia.
- INS Sahyadri + INS Kulish → concluded AIME 2026 in Philippines.
- AIME 2026 theme → "Anchored in Trust, United at Sea".
- National Anti-Drug Addiction Day → 2 October → CBN Rajasthan conducted awareness programmes.
- Lt Gen Akhilesh Kumar → GOC of Mathura-based 1 Corps.
- Captain Smit Machchhar → Vishisht Gujarat Garima Award → Rs 25 lakh in supplied source.
- 19th IOAA → Hanoi, Vietnam → India won 4 Gold + 1 Silver.
- All five Indian IOAA participants → won medals.
- 20th Asian Games → Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
- India's final Asian Games tally → 85 medals → 21 Gold + 27 Silver + 37 Bronze.
- Asian Games medal table → China first → India fourth according to supplied source.
- Indian women's hockey → Asian Games Gold → defeated China 1-0.
- Lovlina Borgohain → women's 75 kg Asian Games boxing Gold.
- Parveen Hooda → women's 65 kg boxing Gold.
- Ankush Panghal → men's 80 kg boxing Gold.
- Sujeet Kalkal → men's 65 kg wrestling Gold.
- Indian women's recurve archery team → Asian Games Gold in supplied source.
- World Habitat Day 2026 → 5 October → "Adequate Housing for All".
- International Day of Non-Violence → 2 October → Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary.
- World Animal Day 2026 → 4 October → "See the World Through Their Eyes".
- National Wildlife Week 2026 → 2-8 October → "Connecting Habitats, Thriving Wildlife".
- UP's Bhadohi district → renamed Sant Ravidas Nagar Bhadohi according to supplied source.
- Bhadohi development projects → 112 projects worth more than Rs 1,340 crore announced/inaugurated according to source.
- UCIL → Diamond Jubilee → 60 years of uranium mining and processing.
- Veteran filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao → passed away at age 94 according to supplied source.
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