Current Affairs — 31 October 2026
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Sat, 31 Oct 2026
Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2026: PM Modi joins 151st birth anniversary celebrations of Sardar Patel at Ekta Nagar
On 31 October 2026, PM Narendra Modi took part in the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, marking the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, with a National Unity Parade dedicated to police and security forces.
Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit takes charge as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff, succeeding AP Singh
On 31 October 2026, Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed charge as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, succeeding Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, who superannuated after 42 years of service.
Centre releases additional tax devolution instalment of ₹1,09,019 crore to States; Uttar Pradesh gets the most
On 31 October 2026, the Union Government released an additional tax devolution instalment of ₹1,09,019 crore to States ahead of the festive season, the second such additional instalment this financial year, with Uttar Pradesh getting the largest share of ₹19,208 crore.
Inaugural BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise held from 30 October to 3 November 2026
The Ministry of Defence said on 31 October 2026 that the inaugural BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise, bringing together all seven BIMSTEC members, is being held from 30 October to 3 November 2026 to boost maritime security in the Bay of Bengal.
Delhi records lowest average October AQI in eight years at 166
On 31 October 2026, the Environment Ministry said Delhi's average AQI for October 2026 was 166, the lowest for October in eight years, against 223 in October 2025.
Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2026 awarded to 490 police and security personnel
On 31 October 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs announced the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak for 2026 to 490 personnel of States, UTs, CAPFs and CPOs.
Customs duty exemption on cotton imports extended by two months, till 31 December 2026
On 31 October 2026, the Ministry of Textiles said the customs duty exemption on cotton imports, due to end on 31 October, has been extended by two months to 31 December 2026 through Notification No. 35/2026-Customs.
India win both men's and women's titles at inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad
On 31 October 2026, India won both titles at the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad, the women beating Uganda 35-15 and the men beating Sri Lanka 54-20 in the finals.
President Droupadi Murmu attends Dhwajarohan ceremony of Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Maha Kumbh
On 31 October 2026, President Droupadi Murmu attended the Dhwaj Stambh Pujan, Dhwaja Pujan and Dhwajarohan ceremony of the Simhastha Maha Kumbh at Nashik, Maharashtra, ahead of the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Maha Kumbh 2027.
Mizoram gets 45 new road works of 509.54 km worth ₹710.40 crore under PMGSY-IV
On 31 October 2026, the Ministry of Rural Development said it has approved 45 road works (509.54 km) costing ₹710.40 crore for Mizoram under PMGSY-IV Batch-1 (FY 2026-27), giving 48 habitations all-weather roads for the first time.