Daily Current Affairs 23 October 2026
Daily current affairs for 23 October 2026 — 11 verified news items across Sports, Economy, Tamil Nadu, with exam-angle notes, keywords and practice MCQs.
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Sports
Indian Athletes Win Gold Medals at the Asian Para Games
Indian athletes recorded gold-medal achievements at the Asian Para Games. Mona Agarwal won gold in the 50m 3P event, using a rented rifle, according to the Indian Express headline. Sheetal Devi won two gold medals on the same day. In badminton, Thulasimathi Murugesan and Manasi Joshi clinched gold in the women’s doubles SL3-SU5 event. Thulasimathi had also won two silver medals earlier that day, finishing the day with three medals, as reported by The Hindu.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 In which event did Mona Agarwal win gold, according to the source headline?
- A50m 3PCorrect
- BWomen’s doubles SL3-SU5 badminton
- CA different event not specified in the source
- DTwo gold medals on the same day
Explanation The Indian Express headline states that Mona Agarwal won gold in 50m 3P.
Q2 Who combined with Thulasimathi Murugesan to win gold in women’s doubles SL3-SU5 badminton?
- AMona Agarwal
- BSheetal Devi
- CManasi JoshiCorrect
- DNo partner is named
Explanation The Hindu report says Thulasimathi Murugesan combined with Manasi Joshi to clinch the gold.
Q3 How many gold medals did Sheetal Devi win on the same day, according to the source headline?
- AOne
- BTwoCorrect
- CThree
- DThe source does not specify
Explanation The Indian Express headline reports that Sheetal Devi won two gold medals on the same day.
Nimisha Chakkungalparambil and Parmod Bijarnia Win Asian Para Games Silvers
At the Asian Para Games 2026, India’s Nimisha Chakkungalparambil won a silver medal in the women’s long jump T47 competition. Parmod Bijarnia also claimed silver, in the men’s 1500m T46 competition. These are the two medal results specified in the available report. The source identifies each athlete, the medal colour and the respective event category; it does not provide further details about their performances or the overall medal tally in the supplied text.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 In which event did Nimisha Chakkungalparambil win silver?
- AWomen’s long jump T47Correct
- BMen’s 1500m T46
- CMen’s long jump T47
- DWomen’s 1500m T46
Explanation The report states that Nimisha Chakkungalparambil won silver in the women’s long jump T47.
Q2 Which athlete won silver in the men’s 1500m T46 competition?
- ANimisha Chakkungalparambil
- BParmod BijarniaCorrect
- CSandeep
- DHaney
Explanation The report names Parmod Bijarnia as the silver medallist in the men’s 1500m T46.
Anahat Singh Reaches Maiden PSA Gold-Level Semifinals at Silicon Valley
Indian squash player Anahat Singh reached her maiden PSA Gold-level semifinals at the Silicon Valley event. In the quarterfinals, the 18-year-old world No. 15 defeated world No. 14 Hany in 42 minutes. The match score was 4-11, 11-8, 4-11, 11-2, 11-5. A day earlier, Singh had beaten Egyptian world No. 3 Nour ElSherbini, an eight-time world champion, in straight games. Her quarterfinal victory secured her place in the semifinals.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Whom did Anahat Singh defeat in the quarterfinals to reach the PSA Gold-level semifinals?
- AHanyCorrect
- BNour ElSherbini
- CAnahat Singh
- DSilicon Valley
Explanation The source states that Singh beat world No. 14 Hany in the quarterfinals.
Q2 How long did Anahat Singh’s quarterfinal match against Hany last?
- A42 minutesCorrect
- BStraight games
- CEight years
- DFour games
Explanation The quarterfinal match lasted 42 minutes.
Pankaj Advani Wins His 29th World Billiards Championship Title
Pankaj Advani won his 29th world title at the World Billiards Championship, according to The Hindu. The report describes Advani as a 41-year-old cue sports icon and says he was the only Indian in the last-four stage. He eventually came out on top in the championship. The source does not provide further details about the final, the other competitors, or the venue.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 How many world titles had Pankaj Advani won after his World Billiards Championship victory?
- A29Correct
- B41
- C4
- D1
Explanation The source reports that Advani won his 29th world title.
Q2 What did the report say about Indian representation in the last-four stage?
- APankaj Advani was the only IndianCorrect
- BTwo Indians reached the stage
- CNo Indian reached the stage
- DAn Indian team reached the stage
Explanation The source says Advani was the only Indian in the last-four stage.
Economy
Houthi Attacks Push Brent Crude Futures to Near Six-Month High
Brent crude futures touched an intraday high of $114.94 a barrel on Friday after Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia’s civilian and energy infrastructure, The Hindu reported. India’s crude basket averaged $120.08 so far that month. Amid the price rise, Adani Total Gas increased CNG prices by ₹4.45 per kg. The report links the attacks on Saudi Arabia with the rally in oil prices and notes a domestic fuel-price change in India.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 What intraday high did Brent crude futures touch on Friday?
- A$114.94 a barrelCorrect
- B$120.08 a barrel
- C₹4.45 per kg
- D$109.31 a barrel
Explanation Brent crude futures touched an intraday high of $114.94 a barrel.
Q2 By how much did Adani Total Gas raise CNG prices?
- A₹2.50 per kg
- B₹4.45 per kgCorrect
- C₹6.00 per kg
- D₹120.08 per kg
Explanation The report states that Adani Total Gas raised CNG prices by ₹4.45 per kg.
India’s Private Sector Activity Reaches Four-Month High in October
India’s private sector activity reached a four-month high in October, as manufacturing and services gathered pace and new orders increased. Inflationary pressures eased during the period. However, hiring growth slowed: employment rose at its weakest pace so far this year. These findings came from a flash survey by HSBC. The survey points to stronger overall business activity alongside a slowdown in employment growth.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which area saw employment rise at its weakest pace so far this year?
- AEmploymentCorrect
- BNew orders
- CManufacturing
- DServices
Explanation The report said hiring growth slowed, with employment rising at its weakest pace so far this year.
India Targets 30 Million Tonnes of Fish Production Within Five Years
India is targeting fish production of 30 million tonnes over the next five years, according to the Fisheries Secretary. Seafood exports are seen rising to ₹1.25 lakh crore. A National Plan of Action for small-scale inland fisheries has also been launched. The source reports these production and export targets alongside the launch of the plan, but does not specify the current production level, the export timeline, or details of the plan.
Source BusinessLine
Practice MCQs
Q1 What fish-production target is India aiming to achieve over the next five years?
- A30 million tonnesCorrect
- B₹1.25 lakh crore
- CFive years
- DSmall-scale inland fisheries
Explanation The source says India targets fish production of 30 million tonnes in the next five years.
Q2 To what value are seafood exports seen rising?
- A30 million tonnes
- B₹1.25 lakh croreCorrect
- CNational Plan of Action
- DFisheries Secretary
Explanation The source states that seafood exports are seen rising to ₹1.25 lakh crore.
Q3 For which fisheries sector was a National Plan of Action launched?
- ASeafood exports
- BFish production targets
- CSmall-scale inland fisheriesCorrect
- DThe Fisheries Secretary
Explanation The source reports the launch of a National Plan of Action for small-scale inland fisheries.
Government to Cover Certification Costs for Micro and Small Exporters Under EPM
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the government would cover the entire cost of certification for micro and small exporters under EPM. He urged both existing and new exporters across product categories and sectors to approach the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) for certification support. The announcement concerns government support for exporters’ certification costs; the source does not specify the certification types, the amount involved, or a time period for the support.
Source BusinessLine
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which exporters did Piyush Goyal urge to approach DGFT for certification support under EPM?
- AExisting and new exporters across product categories and sectorsCorrect
- BOnly existing exporters in one product category
- COnly new exporters in one sector
- DExporters from a single product category, whether new or existing
Explanation The source says existing and new exporters across product categories and sectors were urged to approach DGFT.
Q2 What did the government say it would cover under EPM?
- AThe entire cost of certificationCorrect
- BOnly a part of the certification cost
- COnly the cost of applying to DGFT
- DThe cost of exporting products
Explanation The source states that the government would cover the entire certification cost.
Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu Cuts ATF Tax at Chennai and Other Airports
Tamil Nadu has reduced the tax on aviation turbine fuel (ATF) at Chennai airport from 29% to 16%. The rate has been cut to 1% for other airports in the State. The measure is expected to ease airlines’ operating costs and, in turn, reduce the cost of air tickets. The report was published on October 23, 2026.
Source BusinessLine
Practice MCQs
Q1 What is the revised ATF tax rate at Chennai airport?
- A16%Correct
- B29%
- C1%
- D15%
Explanation The report says the ATF tax at Chennai airport was reduced from 29% to 16%.
Q2 What ATF tax rate applies to other airports in Tamil Nadu under the reported reduction?
- A29%
- B16%
- C1%Correct
- D10%
Explanation The report states that the rate was cut to 1% for other Tamil Nadu airports.
Tamil Nadu Reduces Aviation Turbine Fuel VAT Rates at Chennai and Other Airports
Tamil Nadu has reduced the VAT rate on aviation turbine fuel for scheduled airlines fuelling at Chennai airport from 29% to 16%. For scheduled airlines fuelling at airports other than Chennai, the rate has been reduced from 29% to 1%. A separate rate reduction applies to scheduled airlines operating aircraft with a maximum take-off mass of less than 40,000 kg and fuelling at airports other than Chennai: their VAT rate has been reduced from 5% to 1%.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 What is the reduced VAT rate on aviation turbine fuel for scheduled airlines fuelling at Chennai airport?
- A1%
- B5%
- C16%Correct
- D29%
Explanation Tamil Nadu reduced the rate at Chennai airport from 29% to 16%.
Q2 Which aircraft category is covered by the reduction from 5% to 1% at airports other than Chennai?
- AAircraft with a maximum take-off mass of less than 40,000 kgCorrect
- BAircraft fuelling at Chennai airport
- CAll aircraft operated by scheduled airlines
- DAircraft with a maximum take-off mass of 40,000 kg or more
Explanation The source specifies scheduled airlines operating aircraft with a maximum take-off mass of less than 40,000 kg and fuelling at airports other than Chennai.
Madras High Court Says Internet Videos Alone Cannot Support Election Petitions
The Madras High Court said election petitions cannot be filed merely on the basis of videos downloaded from the internet. Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan stated that independent documentary material must also be available to establish a returned candidate’s alleged involvement in corrupt practices. The court’s observation concerns the material needed to support allegations in an election petition; internet-downloaded videos alone are not sufficient, according to the report published on October 22, 2026.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 According to Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan, what must also support an allegation of a returned candidate’s involvement in corrupt practices?
- AVideos downloaded from the internet alone
- BIndependent documentary materialCorrect
- CAn election petition without supporting material
- DThe returned candidate’s involvement
Explanation The report says independent documentary material must also be available to establish the alleged involvement.
Q2 Which court made the observation about election petitions based merely on internet-downloaded videos?
- AMadras High CourtCorrect
- BJustice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan
- CAn election petition
- DA returned candidate
Explanation The observation was made by the Madras High Court; Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan stated it.
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