Daily Current Affairs 28 October 2026
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Tamil Nadu
Aavin Raises Prices of Around 25 Milk-Based Products Ahead of Deepavali
Tamil Nadu dairy cooperative Aavin has increased prices of around 25 milk-based products ahead of Deepavali. The revision includes butter, ghee, curd and other products, with the new prices reported to take effect from Wednesday. Curd has become ₹10 costlier per kilo, while the price of ghee has risen by ₹80 per kilo. Aavin said the revision was necessary to offset rising production costs and keep its products competitive.
Source BusinessLine
Practice MCQs
Q1 What reason did Aavin give for revising prices?
- ATo offset rising production costs and keep its products competitiveCorrect
- BTo expand its distribution network
- CTo increase milk production
- DTo introduce new packaging
Explanation Aavin said the revision was necessary to offset rising production costs and keep its products competitive.
Q2 By how much did the price of ghee rise per kilo?
- A₹10
- B₹25
- C₹50
- D₹80Correct
Explanation The source reports that ghee became ₹80 costlier per kilo.
TASMAC to Require Digital Payments for Liquor Purchases Above ₹1,000
Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC), the state-owned liquor retailer, will require digital payments for liquor purchases exceeding ₹1,000 from November 1. Its 4,048 outlets in Tamil Nadu will accept UPI, debit cards and credit cards for purchases above that threshold. The move is intended to promote greater transparency, stronger financial accountability and operational efficiency. Employees may face disciplinary action for violations of the digital-payment requirement.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 From what date will TASMAC require digital payments for liquor purchases above ₹1,000?
- ANovember 1Correct
- BOctober 27
- CDecember 1
- DJanuary 1
Explanation The source states that the requirement begins on November 1.
Q2 How many TASMAC outlets in Tamil Nadu are covered by the digital-payment requirement?
- A4,048Correct
- B1,000
- C3,048
- D4,804
Explanation The source states that TASMAC has 4,048 liquor outlets in Tamil Nadu.
National
Cabinet Approves 3% Dearness Allowance Increase for Central Government Employees
The Cabinet approved a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners. The revised rates will take effect retrospectively from July 1, 2026. The increase will benefit 48.54 lakh serving employees and 68.71 lakh pensioners. The announcement concerns both serving central government employees and pensioners, with the effective date and beneficiary figures specified in reports on the Cabinet decision.
Source BusinessLine
Practice MCQs
Q1 From which date will the revised DA and DR rates take effect?
- AJuly 1, 2026Correct
- BJanuary 1, 2026
- COctober 28, 2026
- DJuly 1, 2025
Explanation The revised rates are effective retrospectively from July 1, 2026.
Q2 How many serving employees will benefit from the increase?
- A48.54 lakhCorrect
- B68.71 lakh
- C4.85 lakh
- D6.87 lakh
Explanation The increase will cover 48.54 lakh serving employees.
BJP Names Hardeep Singh Puri for Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha Bypoll
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) named Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri as its candidate for the Rajya Sabha bypoll in Madhya Pradesh. The byelection is scheduled to be held on November 12. It was necessitated after L. Murugan resigned from the Council of Ministers and his Rajya Sabha seat. The reports identify Puri as the BJP’s nominee for the bypoll; they do not provide further details about the election process or other candidates.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Whom did the BJP name as its candidate for the Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha bypoll?
- AHardeep Singh PuriCorrect
- BL. Murugan
- CThe Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh
- DThe Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Explanation The report identifies Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri as the BJP’s candidate.
Q2 When is the Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha bypoll scheduled to be held?
- ANovember 12Correct
- BOctober 28
- CNovember 28
- DDecember 12
Explanation The source states that the byelection is to be held on November 12.
Cyclone Arnab Approaches Andhra Pradesh Coast Amid Evacuations
Cyclone Arnab is approaching the Andhra Pradesh coast, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) saying it is expected to hit the coast on Wednesday. Authorities have stepped up evacuations, cancelled train services and flights, and activated cyclone shelters in vulnerable districts. The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds. The Hindu’s Sumit Bhattacharjee explains the expected landfall and the threat to the state, as well as how Andhra Pradesh has strengthened its disaster preparedness since Cyclone Hudhud.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 According to the IMD, when is Cyclone Arnab expected to hit the Andhra Pradesh coast?
- ATuesday
- BWednesdayCorrect
- CThursday
- DFriday
Explanation The source headline says the IMD expects Cyclone Arnab to hit the Andhra Pradesh coast on Wednesday.
Q2 Which cyclone is cited as the reference point for Andhra Pradesh’s strengthened disaster preparedness?
- ACyclone Arnab
- BCyclone HudhudCorrect
- CCyclone shelters
- DThe India Meteorological Department
Explanation The source says Andhra Pradesh has strengthened its disaster preparedness since Cyclone Hudhud.
MoRTH Notifies FASTag Annual Local Pass for Eligible Nearby Residents
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has notified a FASTag-based annual local pass. The pass is priced at ₹1,500 or ₹3,000, depending on the toll plaza’s location. Eligible residents living within a 20 km radius can use it for unlimited crossings at one designated toll plaza for a year. The notification comes as barrier-less tolling makes formal passes more important, according to the report.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 How long does the FASTag-based annual local pass remain valid?
- ASix months
- BOne yearCorrect
- CTwo years
- DUntil the vehicle changes ownership
Explanation The source says the pass allows crossings for a year.
Q2 Which residents are eligible for unlimited crossings under the pass?
- AResidents within a 20 km radius of the designated plazaCorrect
- BAll residents of the toll plaza’s state
- CResidents within a 50 km radius
- DOnly residents of the nearest city
Explanation The source specifies eligible residents within a 20 km radius.
Supreme Court Bars Withdrawal of Approved IBC Resolution Plans
The Supreme Court has ruled that, under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), neither the Committee of Creditors (CoC) nor the resolution applicant can withdraw an approved resolution plan merely by citing developments that have made the transaction less attractive. The ruling concerns the withdrawal of an already approved resolution and the grounds stated for seeking such a withdrawal. The source does not provide further details about the case or the specific developments cited.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 According to the Supreme Court ruling, who cannot withdraw an approved resolution merely because developments have made the transaction less attractive?
- AThe Committee of Creditors and the resolution applicantCorrect
- BThe Supreme Court and the resolution applicant
- CThe Committee of Creditors and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code
- DThe resolution applicant and the transaction
Explanation The source says that neither the CoC nor the resolution applicant can withdraw the approved resolution on that ground.
Q2 What reason does the ruling say is insufficient, by itself, to withdraw an approved resolution?
- ADevelopments have made the transaction less attractiveCorrect
- BThe resolution has not yet been approved
- CThe transaction has been completed
- DThe applicant has changed its name
Explanation The source states that citing developments which make the transaction less attractive is not enough to withdraw the approved resolution.
International
Trump Loosens Oil and Gas Methane Rules Amid Energy Cost Concerns
Reports published on October 28, 2026, said Donald Trump had drastically loosened methane rules covering oil and gas. A Livemint headline said the change was intended to save $45 billion and described it amid the dismantling of climate policies enacted under former President Joe Biden. The Hindu reported that Trump was seeking to bring down energy costs ahead of the midterms, amid voter anger over soaring oil costs that it attributed to his war on Iran.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which emissions rules did Trump reportedly loosen?
- AOil and gas methane rulesCorrect
- BBiden-era climate policies as a named emissions rule
- CRules on soaring oil costs
- DRules governing energy costs ahead of the midterms
Explanation The Hindu headline and report identify the loosened rules as oil and gas methane rules.
Q2 According to The Hindu, what was Trump seeking to bring down ahead of the midterms?
- AOil costs
- BEnergy costsCorrect
- CMethane emissions
- DClimate policies enacted under Joe Biden
Explanation The Hindu said Trump was pushing ways to bring down energy costs ahead of the midterms.
Serbia’s Student-Led Opposition Wins Election as Vucic Concedes Defeat
Serbia’s student-led opposition movement won a national election, according to the source headlines. Aleksander Vucic conceded defeat on October 25. Tennis great Novak Djokovic praised the movement, saying it had created a sense of pride among people not only in Serbia but also abroad. The sources present the result as a major electoral success for the student movement; one headline describes it as winning national elections within two years.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Who conceded defeat to Serbia’s student-led opposition movement?
- AAleksander VucicCorrect
- BNovak Djokovic
- CThe Indian Express
- DThe Hindu
Explanation The source says Aleksander Vucic conceded defeat on October 25.
Q2 What did Novak Djokovic say the youth movement had created?
- AA sense of pride among people in Serbia and abroadCorrect
- BA new national election date
- CA student-led government
- DA tennis championship
Explanation Djokovic said the movement created a sense of pride in people in Serbia and abroad.
Israeli Exit Polls Show Deadlock as Arab-Led Parties Gain Influence
Exit polls in Israel show Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud leading the vote, but they project both his bloc and the alliance led by opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot to win 51 seats each—short of the 61 needed for a majority. Arab-led parties could influence coalition talks. If no government can be formed, another election may follow. Separately, Opposition chief Yair Lapid said Netanyahu’s bloc had suffered a “crushing defeat”, while left-wing leader Yair Golan said the public had “fired the Netanyahu government”.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 How many seats did the exit polls project for each of Netanyahu’s bloc and Gadi Eisenkot’s alliance?
- A51 seatsCorrect
- B61 seats
- C41 seats
- D71 seats
Explanation The exit polls projected 51 seats each for Netanyahu’s bloc and Eisenkot’s alliance.
Q2 What role could Arab-led parties play, according to the exit polls report?
- AInfluence coalition talksCorrect
- BLead the Likud vote
- CSet the majority threshold
- DCall the next election
Explanation The report says Arab-led parties could influence coalition talks.
Reports Differ on Flavio Bolsonaro’s Departure from Brazil After Election Loss
Flavio Bolsonaro lost Brazil’s runoff election to Lula da Silva on October 25, according to The Hindu. The newspaper reported that Brazil’s National Directorate of Migration said he entered Argentina before boarding a flight to Ecuador. A Livemint headline reported that he had reportedly left for the United States. However, Livemint also cited a senior Brazilian Federal Police official who reportedly said Bolsonaro had not exited Brazil through a regular migration point, leaving the circumstances of his reported departure unclear. The two reports therefore describe different destinations and an unresolved account of his departure.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 According to The Hindu, which country did Flavio Bolsonaro enter before boarding a flight to Ecuador?
- AArgentinaCorrect
- BEcuador
- CBrazil
- DUnited States
Explanation The Hindu reported that he entered Argentina before boarding a flight to Ecuador.
Q2 Which destination did the Livemint headline say Flavio Bolsonaro had reportedly left for?
- AArgentina
- BEcuador
- CUnited StatesCorrect
- DBrazil
Explanation The Livemint headline reported that he had reportedly left for the United States.
BRICS Parliamentary Forum Addresses Pahalgam Attack and West Asian Hostilities
The BRICS parliamentary forum’s joint declaration condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and expressed deep concern about hostilities in West Asia. It called for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict and affirmed the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination, freedom and an independent, sovereign state. The declaration stated that terrorism should not be associated with any religion, nationality, civilisation or ethnic group, and that those involved in terrorist activities must be held accountable. The BRICS Forum’s joint declaration also sought reforms to the United Nations Security Council.
Source BusinessLine
Practice MCQs
Q1 What solution did the BRICS declaration call for regarding the Israel-Palestinian conflict?
- AA two-state solutionCorrect
- BReforms to the United Nations Security Council
- CAccountability for those involved in terrorist activities
- DA sovereign state for the Palestinian people
Explanation The declaration called for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict.
Q2 According to the declaration, what should not be associated with any religion, nationality, civilisation or ethnic group?
- ATerrorismCorrect
- BSelf-determination
- CFreedom
- DWest Asian hostilities
Explanation The declaration stated that terrorism should not be associated with any religion, nationality, civilisation or ethnic group.
India Invites Pakistan Minister to Inaugural SCO Civilisational Dialogue in Delhi
India has invited Pakistan’s Culture Minister, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, to the inaugural Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Civilisational Dialogue in New Delhi in November. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the event, which is expected to bring together representatives from more than 25 countries. The dialogue will be held at Purana Quila, also known as the Old Fort, a 16th-century site in Delhi. The invitation marks a diplomatic development involving Pakistan’s participation in the SCO event.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Where will the inaugural SCO Civilisational Dialogue be held?
- APurana QuilaCorrect
- BRed Fort
- CIndia Gate
- DRashtrapati Bhavan
Explanation The sources identify Purana Quila, also called the Old Fort, as the venue.
Q2 Who will inaugurate the SCO Civilisational Dialogue?
- ANarendra ModiCorrect
- BAurangzeb Khan Khichi
- CThe President of Pakistan
- DThe Chief Minister of Delhi
Explanation The source states that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the event.
Environment
Cyclone Arnab Prompts Evacuations and Transport Disruptions in Eastern India
Cyclone Arnab affected Andhra Pradesh and Odisha in reports published on October 27, 2026. The India Meteorological Department said the very severe cyclonic storm was interacting with land and that its northern spiral band had entered the land. Andhra Pradesh had evacuated at least 89,000 people and set up more than 2,000 shelters; train services were cancelled, and several flights were also cancelled. Odisha planned to evacuate 48,000 people. Reports also said 30,000 fishing boats had been brought ashore in Andhra Pradesh, while heavy rainfall affected both states.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which organisation reported that Cyclone Arnab was interacting with land?
- AIndia Meteorological DepartmentCorrect
- BOdisha government
- CAndhra Pradesh government
- DIndian Railways
Explanation The source quotes the India Meteorological Department on the storm interacting with land.
Q2 How many shelters had been set up in Andhra Pradesh, according to the report?
- AMore than 2,000Correct
- BAt least 89,000
- C48,000
- D30,000
Explanation The report said that more than 2,000 shelters had been set up in Andhra Pradesh.
Economy
India to Simplify Post-Sale Discount Rules from November 1
The Finance Ministry has set November 1 for implementing simplified rules on post-sale discounts, according to the reports. Under the change, businesses can issue credit notes for eligible post-sale discounts without a prior agreement. The reports also refer to 90% provisional refunds for IDS. CBIC clarifications address export refunds, registration timelines and tax disputes. The sources do not provide further details on the scope of the refund measure or the other clarifications.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 From what date are the simplified post-sale discount rules set to be implemented?
- AOctober 27
- BNovember 1Correct
- CNovember 27
- DDecember 1
Explanation The report says the Finance Ministry set November 1 for implementation.
Q2 What can businesses do for eligible post-sale discounts under the change?
- AIssue credit notes without a prior agreementCorrect
- BApply for registration without a deadline
- CSettle tax disputes without clarification
- DClaim export refunds without documentation
Explanation The report says businesses can issue credit notes for eligible post-sale discounts without a prior agreement.
RBI Governor Urges States to Improve Fiscal Management and Borrow Prudently
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urged states to improve the quality of spending, borrow prudently and strengthen cash management to support fiscal sustainability. Addressing the 36th Conference of State Finance Secretaries, he also advised states to make effective use of the State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) forum. His other recommendations included wider use of digital platforms for lending and direct benefit transfers. The remarks focused on fiscal management by states and the use of financial and digital mechanisms.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which forum did Sanjay Malhotra advise states to use effectively?
- AState Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC)Correct
- B36th Conference of State Finance Secretaries
- CDirect benefit transfers
- DCash management
Explanation He advised states to make effective use of the State Level Bankers’ Committee forum.
Q2 What did the RBI Governor call for wider use of?
- ADigital platforms for lending and direct benefit transfersCorrect
- BState Level Bankers’ Committee forum
- CPrudent borrowing
- DImproved quality of spending
Explanation He called for wider use of digital platforms for lending and direct benefit transfers.
BPCL Reports Russian Crude Share as Puri Clarifies Oil and Ethanol Policy
BPCL’s Russian crude accounted for 37% of its import basket in the second quarter, according to the report on the company’s crude sourcing. In a separate clarification, Union Minister H. S. Puri said there was no US pressure on India to import Russian crude oil. He also stated that there was no immediate plan to increase ethanol blending in petrol from the current 20%.
Source BusinessLine
Practice MCQs
Q1 What share of BPCL’s import basket did Russian crude account for in the second quarter?
- A20%
- B37%Correct
- C50%
- D62%
Explanation The source states that Russian crude accounted for 37% of BPCL’s import basket in the second quarter.
Sitharaman Reaffirms Fiscal Deficit Reduction and Debt Cap Target
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the Centre remains committed to reducing the fiscal deficit. The government aims to cap national debt at 50% of GDP by 2030. Sitharaman also highlighted measures to control inflation and protect consumers from price shocks. Her remarks therefore covered both the Centre’s fiscal and debt objectives and measures addressing inflation and consumer protection. The source does not provide details of the measures or further information on how the debt target will be achieved.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What is the Centre’s stated target for national debt by 2030?
- AReduce the fiscal deficit
- BCap national debt at 50% of GDPCorrect
- CControl inflation
- DProtect consumers from price shocks
Explanation Sitharaman said the Centre aims to cap national debt at 50% of GDP by 2030.
Q2 Which two measures did Sitharaman highlight in relation to inflation and consumers?
- AReduce the fiscal deficit and cap national debt
- BCap national debt and control inflation
- CControl inflation and protect consumers from price shocksCorrect
- DReduce the fiscal deficit and protect consumers from price shocks
Explanation She highlighted measures to control inflation and protect consumers from price shocks.
Science & Tech
Uttar Pradesh Approves AI and Robotics Park in Greater Noida
Uttar Pradesh has approved an AI and robotics park in Greater Noida, covering 69.52 acres. The project is estimated to generate more than one lakh jobs and add ₹2,000 crore annually to the State’s economy. Planned shared infrastructure and specialised facilities include robotics testing and certification centres, rapid prototyping facilities, AI computing infrastructure, motion-capture systems and data laboratories. The sources describe the project’s proposed facilities and expected economic contribution; they do not specify a completion date.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 Where is the approved AI and robotics park located?
- AGreater NoidaCorrect
- BLucknow
- CKanpur
- DAgra
Explanation The sources identify Greater Noida as the location of the park.
Q2 What annual addition to Uttar Pradesh’s economy is estimated from the project?
- A₹2,000 croreCorrect
- B₹1,000 crore
- C₹500 crore
- D₹5,000 crore
Explanation The project is estimated to add ₹2,000 crore annually to the State’s economy.
Study Finds Higher Protein Bioavailability in Plant-Based Meat Products
A study reported on October 27, 2026, found higher protein bioavailability in five plant-based meat products than in their chicken counterparts in laboratory tests. The study was carried out by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology and the Good Food Institute. Researchers cautioned that further studies are needed to assess the health benefits. The findings concern laboratory measures of absorbable protein and do not establish health benefits.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 What did the laboratory tests find about the five plant-based products compared with their chicken counterparts?
- AThey had higher protein bioavailability.Correct
- BThey had lower protein bioavailability.
- CThey had equal protein bioavailability.
- DThey were not tested in laboratory tests.
Explanation The source reports higher protein bioavailability in five plant-based products than in their chicken counterparts.
Q2 What did researchers say was needed to assess the health benefits?
- AFurther studiesCorrect
- BA comparison with fish
- CTests of cooking methods
- DA study of food prices
Explanation Researchers cautioned that further studies are needed to assess health benefits.
Banking
Indian Overseas Bank Names Akshit Choudhary as CFO From November 1
Indian Overseas Bank has named Akshit Choudhary as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective November 1, 2026. He will take over the role from Madhaw Chandra Jha. Choudhary is a Chartered Accountant with more than 15 years of professional experience across banking, financial services, auditing, treasury and business operations. The appointment and his professional background were reported by Livemint and BusinessLine on October 27, 2026.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 When will Akshit Choudhary take over as CFO of Indian Overseas Bank?
- AOctober 27, 2026
- BNovember 1, 2026Correct
- CNovember 1, 2025
- DDecember 1, 2026
Explanation Choudhary’s appointment as CFO takes effect on November 1, 2026.
Q2 What is Akshit Choudhary’s professional qualification?
- AChartered AccountantCorrect
- BCompany Secretary
- CCost Accountant
- DActuary
Explanation The sources identify Choudhary as a Chartered Accountant.
Government Schemes
Fadnavis Announces ₹7,500 Crore Advance Drought Relief for Maharashtra Farmers
Maharashtra Chief Minister Fadnavis announced an advance drought relief package of ₹7,500 crore for 1.5 crore farmers. Each eligible beneficiary is set to receive ₹5,000 from the package. Fadnavis also directed banks not to deduct any amount from the relief payments. The announcement concerns drought relief in Maharashtra, and the source identifies the farmers and banks as the groups connected with the package and its payment. The source does not provide further details about eligibility criteria or the timing of the payments.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What was the total value of the advance drought relief package announced for Maharashtra farmers?
- A₹7,500 croreCorrect
- B₹5,000
- C1.5 crore
- D₹7,500
Explanation Fadnavis announced an advance drought relief package of ₹7,500 crore.
Q2 How much is each eligible beneficiary set to receive?
- A₹1.5 crore
- B₹5,000Correct
- C₹7,500 crore
- D₹1,500
Explanation The source states that each eligible beneficiary is set to receive ₹5,000.
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