Daily Current Affairs 14 October 2026

Q1 When will the Tamil Nadu Class 12 board examinations begin in 2027?

• AMarch 3Correct
• BMarch 5
• CMarch 17
• DApril 1

Explanation The Class 12 board exams in Tamil Nadu for 2027 are scheduled to begin on March 3.

Q2 What is the scheduled start date for the Tamil Nadu Class 10 board exams in 2027?

• AMarch 3
• BMarch 5
• CMarch 17Correct
• DApril 1

Explanation The Class 10 board exams in Tamil Nadu for 2027 will begin on March 17.

Q3 When will the Tamil Nadu Class 11 arrear examinations end in 2027?

• AMarch 3
• BMarch 5
• CMarch 17
• DApril 1Correct

Explanation The Class 11 arrear examinations in Tamil Nadu for 2027 will end on April 1.

Q1 What is the duration of the productivity-linked bonus approved by the Cabinet for railway employees?

• A78 daysCorrect
• B60 days
• C90 days
• D100 days

Explanation The Cabinet approved a productivity-linked bonus equivalent to 78 days' wages for railway employees.

Q2 How many railway employees are set to receive the bonus approved by the Cabinet?

• A11.4 lakhCorrect
• B10 lakh
• C12 lakh
• D15 lakh

Explanation The bonus is approved for 11.4 lakh railway employees.

Q3 What is the total amount of the bonus approved for railway employees?

• A₹2009.61 croreCorrect
• B₹1500 crore
• C₹2500 crore
• D₹1800 crore

Explanation The total bonus amount approved is ₹2009.61 crore.

Q1 What is one of the key aims of the Keralam Senior Citizens Bill 2026?

• APromoting healthy and active ageingCorrect
• BIncreasing retirement age
• CProviding free healthcare to all citizens
• DEstablishing new universities

Explanation The Bill aims at promoting healthy and active ageing among senior citizens.

Q2 Which provision is included in the Keralam Senior Citizens Bill 2026?

• AMandatory caregiver registrationCorrect
• BUniversal basic income for elderly
• CFree public transport for all citizens
• DBan on private senior care centres

Explanation The Bill includes mandatory caregiver registration to regulate care for the elderly.

Q3 What action has been taken regarding the Keralam Senior Citizens Bill 2026?

• AReferred to Assembly Subject CommitteeCorrect
• BPassed by the Parliament
• CRejected by the Kerala government
• DSent to the Supreme Court for review

Explanation The Bill has been referred to the Assembly Subject Committee for further examination.

Q1 What was the primary reason for the people traveling on the boat that capsized in Bihar's Vaishali district?

• ATo attend a feastCorrect
• BTo go fishing
• CTo attend a political rally
• DTo visit a temple

Explanation The boat was carrying people mostly traveling to attend a feast when it capsized.

Q2 Who announced ex-gratia payments following the boat tragedy in Bihar's Vaishali district?

• APrime Minister Narendra Modi and Bihar Chief MinisterCorrect
• BPresident of India
• CUnion Home Minister
• DGovernor of Bihar

Explanation Both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bihar Chief Minister announced ex-gratia payments for the victims.

Q3 What was the age group of the children on the boat that capsized in Vaishali district?

• A15 years or youngerCorrect
• BBetween 16 and 18 years
• CAbove 18 years
• DNo children were on board

Explanation The District Magistrate stated that all children on the boat were aged 15 or younger.

Q1 Why did L Murugan resign from his position as Union Minister and Rajya Sabha MP?

• ATo focus on strengthening the BJP in Tamil NaduCorrect
• BTo join another political party
• CDue to health reasons
• DTo contest in the Lok Sabha elections

Explanation L Murugan resigned to focus on strengthening the BJP in Tamil Nadu, as stated in the source.

Q2 Under whose leadership did L Murugan serve as Union Minister of State?

• ANarendra ModiCorrect
• BAmit Shah
• CManmohan Singh
• DRajnath Singh

Explanation L Murugan described serving under Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a great honour.

Q3 Which house of the Parliament was L Murugan a member of before his resignation?

• ARajya SabhaCorrect
• BLok Sabha
• CState Legislative Assembly
• DMunicipal Corporation

Explanation L Murugan was a Rajya Sabha MP before his resignation.

Q1 What did the Supreme Court direct the Delhi government to do regarding Hawara's plea?

• ASeek inputs from the Intelligence BureauCorrect
• BTransfer Hawara immediately to Punjab jail
• CRelease Hawara on bail
• DConsult the Punjab government only

Explanation The Supreme Court asked the Delhi government to seek inputs from the Intelligence Bureau on Hawara's plea for transfer.

Q2 Why did the Supreme Court take a cautious approach in Hawara's transfer case?

• ABecause the case is sensitive and Punjab government is reluctantCorrect
• BBecause Hawara is a minor
• CBecause the Delhi government refused to cooperate
• DBecause the Intelligence Bureau opposed the transfer

Explanation The bench noted the sensitivity of the case and the Punjab government's reluctance, leading to a cautious approach.

Q1 What was the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation rate in India for September 2026?

• A8.66%
• B7.05%
• C11.39%Correct
• D10.25%

Explanation The WPI inflation rate in September 2026 was 11.39%, the highest since the new series began in April 2024.

Q2 Which factors contributed to the rise in India's wholesale inflation in September 2026?

• AIncrease in food, fuel, and manufactured product pricesCorrect
• BDecrease in fuel prices
• CReduction in food prices
• DStable manufactured goods prices

Explanation The rise in wholesale inflation was due to increased prices of food, fuel, and manufactured products.

Q3 What external event influenced the inflationary trend in India’s WPI in 2026?

• AWest Asia war and blockade of the Strait of HormuzCorrect
• BGlobal financial crisis
• CMonsoon failure
• DUS-China trade war

Explanation The West Asia war and the resultant blockade of the Strait of Hormuz impacted fuel prices, contributing to inflation.

Q1 Since when have India and the U.S. been negotiating the proposed trade pact?

• AEarly 2025Correct
• BMid 2024
• CLate 2026
• DEarly 2026

Explanation The negotiations between India and the U.S. on the trade pact have been ongoing since early 2025.

Q2 According to S. Jaishankar, what is the current status of the India-US trade deal negotiations?

• AHeading towards a landing point with few issues remainingCorrect
• BJust beginning with major differences
• CStalled due to tariff disagreements
• DCompleted and signed

Explanation S. Jaishankar stated that the negotiations are nearing a landing point, with only a few minor issues left to resolve.

Q3 What are the main objectives of the India-US trade negotiations?

• AAddress tariff friction, eliminate non-tariff barriers, and boost bilateral market accessCorrect
• BIncrease tariffs and restrict market access
• CFocus only on technology transfer
• DEstablish a military alliance

Explanation The trade talks aim to address tariff friction, eliminate non-tariff barriers, and enhance bilateral market access.

Q1 What is the total investment committed by Hyundai Motor Group in India over the next seven years?

• A$15.5 billionCorrect
• B$7 billion
• C$700 million
• D$10 billion

Explanation Hyundai Motor Group has committed $15.5 billion to India over seven years.

Q2 Which of the following is a key focus area of Hyundai Motor Group's investment in India?

• ACapacity expansionCorrect
• BAgricultural development
• CTourism promotion
• DHealthcare infrastructure

Explanation The investment focuses on capacity expansion, local supplier networks, and R&D.

Q3 What is the amount allocated specifically for research and development (R&D) in Hyundai Motor Group's India investment?

• A$700 millionCorrect
• B$1.5 billion
• C$15.5 billion
• D$500 million

Explanation A $700 million boost to R&D is part of the $15.5 billion investment.

Q1 What is the IMF's revised growth forecast for India in 2026?

• A6%
• B7%Correct
• C3.1%
• D3.4%

Explanation The IMF raised India's growth forecast for 2026 to 7%, as stated in the World Economic Outlook report.

Q2 What is the IMF's global growth forecast for 2026 according to the latest report?

• A3.4%
• B3.1%Correct
• C7%
• D6%

Explanation The IMF slightly raised the global growth forecast for 2026 to 3.1%, while keeping 2027's forecast unchanged.

Q3 How did the IMF describe the global economic outlook in its latest report?

• AUnified and strong
• BFragmented or splitCorrect
• CRapidly declining
• DStable and predictable

Explanation The IMF warned of a fragmented or 'split' global economic outlook despite some resilience.

Q1 What was the percentage growth in Indian Railways freight loading in September 2026 compared to September 2025?

• A5.5%
• B6.14%Correct
• C7.2%
• D9.3%

Explanation Indian Railways registered a 6.14% growth in freight loading in September 2026 over September 2025.

Q2 By how much did Indian Railways' freight revenue increase in September 2026 compared to the previous year?

• A₹1,000 crore
• B₹1,266 croreCorrect
• C₹1,500 crore
• D₹2,000 crore

Explanation Freight revenue increased by ₹1,266 crore in September 2026 compared to September 2025.

Q3 What is the freight loading target set by Indian Railways for the fiscal year 2026-27?

• A1,500 million tonnes
• B1,765 million tonnesCorrect
• C2,000 million tonnes
• D1,600 million tonnes

Explanation Indian Railways targets 1,765 million tonnes of freight loading in FY27.

Q1 When was the 0.4% merchant fee on UPI transactions above ₹2,000 originally scheduled to be implemented?

• AOctober 15Correct
• BAfter Diwali
• COctober 1
• DNovember 1

Explanation The fee was initially scheduled to take effect on October 15 before being postponed.

Q2 Why was the roll-out of the UPI merchant fee postponed?

• ATo implement it after DiwaliCorrect
• BDue to technical issues
• CBecause of government intervention
• DTo reduce the fee percentage

Explanation The fee roll-out was postponed to take effect after the Diwali festival.

Q3 What is the percentage of the merchant fee on UPI transactions exceeding ₹2,000?

• A0.4%Correct
• B1%
• C0.2%
• D0.5%

Explanation The merchant fee on such UPI transactions is 0.4% as per the sources.

Q1 What stake does Japan's MUFG currently hold in Shriram Finance?

• AAbout 20%Correct
• BMore than 50%
• CLess than 10%
• DExactly 30%

Explanation MUFG currently holds about 20% stake in Shriram Finance.

Q2 What is the approximate value of MUFG's proposed investment to gain majority control of Shriram Finance?

• AOver $10 billionCorrect
• BAround $5 billion
• CLess than $1 billion
• DExactly $20 billion

Explanation MUFG is considering an investment valued at over $10 billion to increase its stake.

Q3 What is the intended stake MUFG aims to hold in Shriram Finance after the investment?

• AMore than 50%Correct
• BAbout 20%
• CLess than 10%
• DExactly 40%

Explanation MUFG aims to increase its stake to more than 50%, gaining majority control.

Q1 What is the planned investment amount for NIIF's new electric bus platform Avega Mobility?

• A$600 millionCorrect
• B$400 million
• C$1 billion
• D$300 million

Explanation NIIF plans to launch Avega Mobility with a $600 million investment as stated by CEO Sanjiv Aggarwal.

Q2 What percentage stake does NIIF plan to sell in its power transmission unit AnantGrid?

• A40%Correct
• B25%
• C50%
• D60%

Explanation NIIF intends to sell a 40% stake in AnantGrid according to the announcement.

Q3 Who is the CEO of NIIF who announced the new investment plans?

• ASanjiv AggarwalCorrect
• BRatan Tata
• CAdani Mukesh
• DNirmala Sitharaman

Explanation Sanjiv Aggarwal is the CEO of NIIF who revealed the plans for Avega Mobility and AnantGrid stake sale.

Q1 What is the primary purpose of the GST reforms review by the Centre and states?

• ATo assess if GST Council reforms are effectively implemented and benefiting businessesCorrect
• BTo increase GST rates across all states
• CTo introduce new GST slabs for luxury goods
• DTo privatize GST administration

Explanation The review aims to assess whether the reforms recommended by the GST Council are being implemented effectively and delivering benefits to businesses.

Q2 Which key proposal is included in the GST reforms review ahead of the April 2027 rollout?

• ARemoval of GST officers’ arrest powersCorrect
• BIntroduction of GST on essential commodities
• CIncrease in GST rates for services
• DMerger of GST with income tax

Explanation Among the key proposals is the removal of GST officers’ arrest powers.

Q3 By when is the GST reforms review by the Centre and states expected to be completed?

• AWithin three monthsCorrect
• BBy April 2027
• CWithin six months
• DBy December 2026

Explanation The review will be conducted within three months to identify gaps ahead of the April 2027 rollout.

Q1 What is the primary purpose of the two credit risk insurance policies announced by India for the shipbuilding industry?

• ATo protect shipyards from payment delays and financial risksCorrect
• BTo increase exports of ships
• CTo reduce environmental pollution from shipyards
• DTo provide subsidies for shipbuilding raw materials

Explanation The policies aim to protect shipyards from payment delays and financial risks, as stated in the announcement.

Q2 Which sector is directly supported by the credit risk insurance policies announced by India?

• AAutomobile manufacturing
• BShipbuilding industryCorrect
• CTextile industry
• DInformation technology

Explanation The policies are specifically designed to support the shipbuilding industry.

Q3 What broader goal do the credit risk insurance policies aim to achieve besides protecting shipyards?

• AStrengthening India's maritime infrastructure and industrial competitivenessCorrect
• BIncreasing tourism in coastal areas
• CPromoting inland water transport
• DEnhancing fishing industry exports

Explanation The policies aim to strengthen India's maritime infrastructure and industrial competitiveness.

Q1 What was the main outcome of the first BIMSTEC Home Ministers’ meeting hosted by India?

• AAdoption of the Delhi Declaration to counter terrorismCorrect
• BSigning of a free trade agreement
• CLaunch of a regional infrastructure project
• DFormation of a joint military task force

Explanation The main outcome was the adoption of the Delhi Declaration aimed at countering terrorism.

Q2 Which country sent a senior Home Ministry official instead of its Home Minister to the BIMSTEC meeting?

• ABangladeshCorrect
• BSri Lanka
• CNepal
• DThailand

Explanation Bangladesh was represented by a senior Home Ministry official instead of its Home Minister.

Q3 According to the Delhi Declaration, which of the following is NOT a focus area for counter-terrorism efforts?

• ATerror financing
• BRecruitment
• CMisuse of emerging technologies
• DClimate change mitigationCorrect

Explanation The Delhi Declaration focuses on terror financing, recruitment, and misuse of emerging technologies, not climate change mitigation.

Q1 Which areas of cooperation did PM Modi and Canadian PM Mark Carney agree to pursue during their call?

• ATrade, energy, technology, and securityCorrect
• BAgriculture, education, tourism, and defense
• CHealthcare, infrastructure, finance, and culture
• DEnvironment, sports, transport, and media

Explanation PM Modi and Canadian PM Mark Carney agreed to pursue cooperation in trade, energy, technology, and security.

Q2 Who is the Canadian Foreign Minister visiting India following the PMs' phone call?

• AAnita AnandCorrect
• BMark Carney
• CJustin Trudeau
• DChrystia Freeland

Explanation Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand is visiting India following the phone call between PM Modi and PM Carney.

Q3 What major trade negotiation is ongoing between India and Canada as mentioned in the sources?

• AComprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)Correct
• BSouth Asian Free Trade Agreement (SAFTA)
• CBilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)
• DTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)

Explanation The ongoing trade negotiation between India and Canada is the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

Q1 What is the duration of the roadmap the Ministry of Defence plans to provide to the defence industry?

• A5-7 years
• B10-15 yearsCorrect
• C20-25 years
• D3-5 years

Explanation The Ministry of Defence plans to provide a 10-15 year roadmap to the defence industry.

Q2 What is the primary focus of the MoD's proposed roadmap for the defence industry?

• ANaval shipbuilding
• BDrones and counter-drone systemsCorrect
• CMissile technology
• DCybersecurity systems

Explanation The roadmap focuses on drones and counter-drone systems.

Q3 What is one of the aims of the proposed changes by the MoD for defence manufacturers?

• ATo increase export duties
• BTo make acquisition processes faster and more predictableCorrect
• CTo reduce the number of defence manufacturers
• DTo privatize the defence sector

Explanation The proposed changes aim to make acquisition processes faster and more predictable.

Q1 Who is currently leading the ODI batting rankings with 790 points?

• ASmriti MandhanaCorrect
• BHarmanpreet Kaur
• CAn Australian player
• DMithali Raj

Explanation Smriti Mandhana leads the ODI batting rankings with 790 points.

Q2 Who did Smriti Mandhana recently take over the captaincy from?

• AJhulan Goswami
• BHarmanpreet KaurCorrect
• CMegan Schutt
• DEllyse Perry

Explanation Smriti Mandhana took over the captaincy from Harmanpreet Kaur.

Q3 Which country's players have made gains in the ODI rankings recently?

• AIndia
• BEngland
• CAustraliaCorrect
• DSouth Africa

Explanation Australian players have made gains in the ODI rankings.