Current Affairs 30th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in English
1. The Union Cabinet approved the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PM-VGSY) as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme for which period?
A) 2025-26 to 2029-30
B) 2026-27 to 2030-31
C) 2027-28 to 2031-32
D) 2024-25 to 2028-29
Answer: B
Explanation: The scheme has an outlay of approximately ₹7,395–7,396 crore for 2026-27 to 2030-31.
2. India voted in favour of a UN General Assembly resolution calling for an end to the US embargo against which country (around 28 October 2026)?
A) Venezuela
B) Cuba
C) Iran
D) North Korea
Answer: B
Explanation: India supported the annual resolution against the US economic, commercial, and financial embargo on Cuba (130 votes in favour in the reported session).
3. The 24th instalment of PM-KISAN, released around 30 October 2026, is expected to benefit how many farmer families (approximate figure reported)?
A) 5 crore
B) 7 crore
C) 9.34 crore
D) 12 crore
Answer: C
Explanation: Reports indicated the 24th instalment (around ₹18,000–19,000 crore) would reach about 9.34 crore eligible farmer families. PM Modi was scheduled to release it during his Gujarat visit.
4. Cyclone Arnab, which made landfall in late October 2026, primarily affected which coastal regions?
A) Gujarat and Maharashtra
B) Andhra Pradesh and Odisha
C) West Bengal and Bangladesh
D) Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Answer: B
Explanation: Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab made landfall along the Andhra Pradesh (and Yanam) coast with winds of 125–135 km/h, causing heavy rain, damage, and evacuations in Odisha as well.
5. The Supreme Court expressed frustration over repeated breaches of its orders on which festival-related issue in October 2026?
A) Temple entry restrictions
B) Firecrackers during Deepavali
C) Loudspeakers at religious events
D) Animal sacrifice
Answer: B
Explanation: The Court noted that its year-after-year directions to curb or ban firecrackers (especially spurious/banned ones) had been violated “left and right.” It called for better enforcement rather than a complete ban that could have a spiralling effect.
6. In the context of digital arrest scams, the Supreme Court asked the RBI to mandate that financial institutions fully indemnify victims if the crime occurred due to lack of institutional diligence. True or related development?
A) False – Court only directed police
B) True – Court directed full indemnification by banks/FIs
C) Court directed only partial compensation
D) No such observation was made
Answer: B
Explanation: The Court highlighted the large-scale siphoning of funds through digital arrest scams and stressed institutional responsibility, directing the RBI to ensure full indemnification where banks/FIs failed in due diligence.
7. ISRO announced the launch of which navigation satellite aboard GSLV-F18 around 30 October 2026?
A) IRNSS-1H
B) NVS-03
C) Cartosat-3
D) RISAT-2B
Answer: B
Explanation: ISRO scheduled the launch of the NVS-03 navigation satellite on GSLV-F18 from Sriharikota as part of the NavIC constellation enhancement.
8. The 14th International Tourism Mart began on 30 October 2026 in which location?
A) Guwahati
B) Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
C) Imphal
D) Gangtok
Answer: B
Explanation: Organised by the Ministry of Tourism in association with Arunachal Pradesh and other North-Eastern states, the event was held in Tawang to promote tourism in the region.
9. India secured firm green hydrogen offtake commitments of approximately how much as of October 2026?
A) 1.5 lakh MTPA
B) 3.2 lakh MTPA
C) 5.55 lakh MTPA
D) 8 lakh MTPA
Answer: C
Explanation: India secured about 5,55,610 metric tonnes per annum of firm green hydrogen (and derivatives like ammonia/methanol) offtake commitments, with several new agreements signed in 2026.
10. According to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari (October 2026 statements), India became the world’s third-largest automobile industry, overtaking which country?
A) Germany
B) Japan
C) South Korea
D) France
Answer: B
Explanation: India overtook Japan to become the third-largest automobile industry, valued at around ₹22 lakh crore (up from 7th position in 2014).
11. The US Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate unchanged at what range in late October 2026?
A) 3.00%–3.25%
B) 3.75%–4.00%
C) 4.25%–4.50%
D) 5.00%–5.25%
Answer: B
Explanation: The Fed kept the federal funds rate target range at 3.75%–4.00% amid ongoing inflation concerns and the need for more data.
12. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, at the 13th ADMM-Plus in Cebu (Philippines), offered to share India’s counter-terrorism expertise with ASEAN countries. What operation did he cite as an example of India’s approach?
A) Operation Blue Star
B) Operation Sindoor
C) Operation Vijay
D) Operation Cactus
Answer: B
Explanation: He described Operation Sindoor as a clear demonstration of India’s stance against state-sponsored terrorism and offered battle-tested expertise, joint exercises, and capacity building.
13. The Election Commission extended the schedule for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in how many states/UTs including Delhi and Maharashtra around late October 2026?
A) Three
B) Four
C) Six
D) Eight
Answer: C
Explanation: The extension covered Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Haryana, Nagaland, and Delhi following requests from Chief Electoral Officers.
14. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was scheduled to visit Gujarat on 30–31 October 2026 to inaugurate projects worth approximately how much?
A) ₹5,000 crore
B) ₹10,000 crore
C) ₹14,000 crore
D) ₹20,000 crore
Answer: C
Explanation: The two-day visit included inauguration/dedication of projects worth about ₹14,000 crore, release of the PM-KISAN instalment, and flagging off of train services.
15. The Union Cabinet approved a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief effective from which date (as per late October 2026 decisions)?
A) 1 January 2026
B) 1 April 2026
C) 1 July 2026
D) 1 October 2026
Answer: C
Explanation: The hike benefits central government employees and pensioners and was part of a package of Cabinet approvals that also included the container manufacturing scheme.
16. The Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme approved by the Cabinet has an outlay of:
A) ₹5,000 crore
B) ₹7,396 crore
C) ₹10,000 crore
D) ₹15,000 crore
Answer: C
Explanation: The scheme aims to boost domestic container manufacturing capacity with a ₹10,000 crore outlay (up to FY40 in some reports).
17. Kathmandu hosted its first-ever three-day Film Festival starting 30 October 2026. Which organisation/city was the main host?
A) Nepal Tourism Board
B) Kathmandu Metropolitan City
C) Indian Embassy in Nepal
D) SAARC Cultural Centre
Answer: B
Explanation: Kathmandu Metropolitan City organised the inaugural film festival bringing together Nepali and international filmmakers.
18. India raised concerns over US support for which country’s F-16 jets (reported in late October 2026)?
A) Bangladesh
B) Pakistan
C) Sri Lanka
D) Myanmar
Answer: B
Explanation: India expressed concerns regarding continued US support/maintenance related to Pakistan’s F-16 fleet in the context of regional security.
19. The Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) signed a five-year MoU with which Indian AI company to develop sovereign AI capabilities for the armed forces?
A) Persistent Systems
B) Sarvam AI
C) HCL Technologies
D) Infosys
Answer: B
Explanation: The MoU focuses on indigenous AI applications across the Indian Armed Forces.
20. Poland announced a strategic pivot towards stronger economic and defence ties with India, setting a trade target of approximately:
A) $5 billion
B) $10 billion
C) $15 billion
D) $20 billion
Answer: B
Explanation: Poland indicated a shift away from heavy reliance on China and towards deeper engagement with India, targeting $10 billion in trade.
21. The Supreme Court agreed to examine challenges related to the definition of ‘industry’ under which new labour code framework?
A) Code on Wages
B) Industrial Relations Code
C) Code on Social Security
D) Occupational Safety Code
Answer: B (related to AITUC challenge)
Explanation: The Court agreed to hear the AITUC challenge concerning the definition of ‘industry’ in the new labour laws.
22. Which of the following best describes the main focus of the 54th PRAGATI meeting chaired by the Prime Minister around late October 2026?
A) Defence modernisation
B) Pro-Active Governance And Timely Implementation of projects
C) Climate finance
D) Digital public infrastructure
Answer: B
Explanation: PRAGATI is an ICT-based multi-purpose platform for reviewing and accelerating government projects and grievance redressal; the 54th meeting continued this monitoring mechanism.
23. Karnataka Cabinet decided to hike the price of Nandini brand milk by how much per litre (October 2026)?
A) ₹5
B) ₹6
C) ₹8
D) ₹10
Answer: C
Explanation: The hike of syn8 per litre was announced by the state government amid rising input costs.
24. Six Indian seafarers stranded at which port were reported safe in late October 2026, with relief crew arrangements underway?
A) Colombo
B) Karachi
C) Chittagong
D) Dubai
Answer: B
Explanation: The seafarers on a general cargo ship at Karachi port were confirmed safe, and formalities for relief crew were initiated.
25. India and which country were reported to be starting trade deal talks around late October 2026?
A) Brazil
B) Mexico
C) Argentina
D) Chile
Answer: B
Explanation: India and Mexico announced the commencement of negotiations for a trade agreement.