PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana

CA 1 CA 2 CA 3 CA 4 CA 5 CA 6 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 […]