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Daily Current Affairs for TNPSC Group 1, Group 2, Group 2A and Group 4

Welcome to TNPSCPrepPro’s daily current-affairs revision series. This edition covers important developments in Tamil Nadu, national affairs, agriculture, defence and international relations. Each topic includes key facts and exam-oriented revision points.

Exam focus: TNPSC Group 1 • Group 2 • Group 2A • Group 4
Study method: Learn • Practise • Revise

Today’s Coverage

  1. Prime Minister’s scheduled visit to Chennai
  2. PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana completes one year
  3. Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026
  4. Navi Pillay wins the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
  5. Electoral roll revision and democratic participation
  6. Mahalaya and cultural significance

1. Prime Minister’s Visit to Chennai

Key Update

The Prime Minister’s Office announced on 10 October that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would visit Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on 11 October 2026. The announced programme included travel on the Chennai Metro, a visit to IIT Madras’s Brain Centre, and the inauguration or foundation-stone laying of development projects worth more than ₹13,000 crore.

The planned Chennai Metro programme included the inauguration of the Poonamallee–Vadapalani stretch of Phase II, a corridor featuring a 3.7-km double-decker structure. The projects were presented as part of wider infrastructure and development initiatives in Tamil Nadu.

TNPSC Exam Points

  • State: Tamil Nadu
  • City: Chennai
  • Metro project: Chennai Metro Rail Phase II
  • Important stretch announced: Poonamallee–Vadapalani

Why it matters: Infrastructure projects are relevant to questions on urban transport, public investment, connectivity and regional development.

Official source: Press Information Bureau – Prime Minister’s Chennai visit

2. PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana: One Year of Implementation

Key Update

The PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) was introduced to support agricultural development in 100 selected districts across India. The initiative focuses on addressing district-specific challenges such as low agricultural productivity, limited irrigation, insufficient agricultural credit and gaps in post-harvest infrastructure.

The Union Cabinet approved the scheme on 16 July 2025, and it was formally launched on 11 October 2025. Its first anniversary falls on 11 October 2026.

The programme brings together existing Central schemes, State schemes and private-sector participation to support locally relevant agricultural interventions. District Action Plans are used to identify needs and establish measurable targets.

According to a Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare factsheet published by PIB on 10 October 2026, the scheme brings together 36 Central schemes across 11 Ministries and Departments. Progress is tracked through 121 indicators.

TNPSC Exam Points

  • Scheme: PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana
  • Target coverage: 100 aspirational agricultural districts
  • Approved by the Union Cabinet: 16 July 2025
  • Formally launched: 11 October 2025
  • Monitoring: 121 indicators
  • Implementation approach: District-level planning and convergence of schemes

Revision insight: Remember the distinction between the scheme’s approval date and its launch date.

Official source: PIB – PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana

3. Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026

Key Update

The second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti was hosted by the Indian Air Force from 26 September to 12 October 2026. On 10 October, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed participants at Air Force Station Jodhpur in Rajasthan.

The multinational air exercise involved air forces from seven participating countries: Australia, Bangladesh, France, Germany, Sri Lanka, the United Arab Emirates and the United States. Thirty-two observer nations were also associated with the exercise.

The exercise provides opportunities for participating air forces to exchange operational knowledge, improve coordination and develop interoperability. It also highlights the importance of indigenous defence technology and international cooperation.

TNPSC Exam Points

  • Exercise: Tarang Shakti 2026
  • Host: Indian Air Force
  • Location of the event on 10 October: Air Force Station Jodhpur, Rajasthan
  • Participating foreign countries: Seven
  • Observer nations: 32
  • Defence Minister: Rajnath Singh

Why it matters: Multinational military exercises are important for defence, international relations and national-security questions.

Official source: PIB – Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026

4. Navi Pillay Wins the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

Key Update

The Norwegian Nobel Committee announced on 9 October 2026 that Navanethem “Navi” Pillay would receive the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law.

Navi Pillay is a South African jurist of Indian Tamil origin. Her career has included work as a judge at the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and as United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. The award recognises her contribution to the promotion of international legal principles and accountability for serious international crimes.

The Nobel Peace Prize is distinct from the Nobel Prizes awarded in fields such as Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature and Economic Sciences.

TNPSC Exam Points

  • Award: Nobel Peace Prize 2026
  • Laureate: Navanethem “Navi” Pillay
  • Nationality: South African
  • Former position: UN High Commissioner for Human Rights
  • Awarding body: Norwegian Nobel Committee
  • Main area of recognition: Peace and international law

Revision insight: Do not confuse the Nobel Peace Prize’s awarding committee with the Norwegian government. The prize is decided by the Norwegian Nobel Committee.

Official source: Nobel Peace Prize – 2026 announcement

5. Electoral Roll Revision and Democratic Participation

Key Update

Debates over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls continued to feature in Indian public affairs around 10 October 2026. The process of revising electoral rolls is relevant to the accuracy of voter lists and the inclusion of eligible citizens in elections.

Electoral roll revision is an important governance topic because voter registration, electoral integrity and the right to participate in elections are central to representative democracy. Public discussion around the process also raises questions about transparency, access to remedies and the responsibilities of electoral authorities.

TNPSC Exam Points

  • SIR: Special Intensive Revision
  • Institution responsible for supervising elections and electoral rolls: Election Commission of India
  • Constitutional provision establishing the Election Commission: Article 324
  • Voting age for eligible Indian citizens: 18 years, subject to applicable legal requirements

Why it matters: Prepare the constitutional role of the Election Commission, voter eligibility and the distinction between electoral-roll revision and the conduct of polling.

Study note: For exam answers, distinguish verified procedural facts from political allegations or opinions.

6. Mahalaya: Cultural and Religious Significance

Key Update

Mahalaya was marked in public communications on 10 October 2026. It is traditionally associated with the beginning of the festive period leading towards Durga Puja in many parts of India, particularly West Bengal.

The observance has cultural and religious significance and is linked with traditions honouring ancestors and welcoming Goddess Durga. Its customs and public observances vary across regions and communities.

TNPSC Exam Points

  • Observance: Mahalaya
  • Major cultural association: The beginning of the Durga Puja festive period
  • Strong regional association: West Bengal and Bengali cultural traditions

Revision insight: Questions on festivals may test the state or region associated with an observance, its cultural context and its place in India’s diverse traditions.

Quick Revision Table

Topic Important fact
Chennai development Prime Minister’s visit announced for 11 October 2026
Chennai Metro Poonamallee–Vadapalani stretch of Phase II
PMDDKY Focuses on 100 aspirational agricultural districts
PMDDKY monitoring 121 indicators
Exercise Tarang Shakti Hosted by the Indian Air Force
Tarang Shakti location Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Tarang Shakti observers 32 nations
Nobel Peace Prize 2026 Navi Pillay
Nobel Peace Prize awarding body Norwegian Nobel Committee
Electoral roll revision Special Intensive Revision (SIR)
Election Commission Article 324 of the Constitution
Mahalaya Associated with the Durga Puja festive period

TNPSC Current Affairs MCQs – 10 October 2026

1. PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana primarily focuses on the development of how many selected agricultural districts?
A. 50
B. 75
C. 100
D. 150

Answer: C. 100

2. Which organisation hosts Exercise Tarang Shakti?
A. Indian Navy
B. Indian Air Force
C. Indian Army
D. Indian Coast Guard

Answer: B. Indian Air Force

3. Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 was hosted at Jodhpur in which state?
A. Gujarat
B. Punjab
C. Rajasthan
D. Haryana

Answer: C. Rajasthan

4. Who received the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize?A. Navi Pillay
B. Malala Yousafzai
C. António Guterres
D. Narges Mohammadi

Answer: A. Navi Pillay

5. Which body decides the Nobel Peace Prize laureate?
A. United Nations General Assembly
B. Norwegian Nobel Committee
C. European Parliament
D. International Court of Justice

Answer: B. Norwegian Nobel Committee

6. Article 324 of the Indian Constitution deals with which institution’s powers?
A. Finance Commission
B. Union Public Service Commission
C. Election Commission of India
D. Comptroller and Auditor General

Answer: C. Election Commission of India

7. What is the full form of SIR in the context of electoral rolls?
A. State Information Review
B. Special Intensive Revision
C. Standard Identification Register
D. Special Institutional Report

Answer: B. Special Intensive Revision

8. Which Chennai Metro stretch was included in the Prime Minister’s announced programme for 11 October 2026?
A. Airport–Kilambakkam
B. Poonamallee–Vadapalani
C. Central–Tambaram
D. Wimco Nagar–Ennore

Answer: B. Poonamallee–Vadapalani

9. PMDDKY progress is monitored using how many indicators, according to the PIB factsheet?
A. 36
B. 74
C. 100
D. 121

Answer: D. 121

10. Mahalaya is strongly associated with the festive traditions leading towards which festival?
A. Onam
B. Bihu
C. Durga Puja
D. Pongal

Answer: C. Durga Puja

One-Line Revision

  • PMDDKY: Agricultural development in 100 selected districts.
  • Tarang Shakti: Multinational air exercise hosted by the Indian Air Force.
  • Navi Pillay: Nobel Peace Prize laureate for 2026.
  • Article 324: Election Commission of India.
  • SIR: Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
  • Mahalaya: Observance associated with the Durga Puja festive period.
  • Chennai Metro: Poonamallee–Vadapalani Phase II stretch featured in the announced programme.

Today’s TNPSC Preparation Priority

For a quick revision session, focus first on PMDDKY, Exercise Tarang Shakti, Navi Pillay and the Nobel Peace Prize, and Article 324. Revise the facts, attempt all 10 MCQs, and revisit any incorrect answers.

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