Current Affairs: 2 November 2026

Current Affairs 2026 covers major updates on government schemes, GST reforms, the National Social Security Board, ESTIC 2026, NASA's Roman Space Telescope, BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise, IAF leadership appointments, Kumik Heritage Village, Lahore's SCO cultural recognition, and important obituaries. These topics are useful for UPSC, SSC, Railway, Banking and State PSC examinations.

Daily Current Affairs cover image for 1 November 2026 featuring the BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise, Indian
  1. Chhattisgarh Foundation Day 2026: History, Formation & Important Facts

    Why in the News? Chhattisgarh celebrated its 26th Foundation Day on 1 November 2026 , marking 26 years since its formation as India's 26th state on 1 November 2000. The day is celebrated as Chhattisgarh Rajyotsav , highl

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  2. Andhra Pradesh Formation Day 2026: History, State Formation and Important Facts

    Why in the News? Andhra Pradesh observed its Formation Day on 1 November 2026 , commemorating the formation of the unified Andhra Pradesh state on 1 November 1956 under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956. The occasion h

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  3. Madhya Pradesh Foundation Day 2026: History, State Formation and Important Facts

    Why in the News? Madhya Pradesh celebrated its 70th anniversary of state formation on 1 November 2026 , marking 70 years since the formation of the reorganised state on 1 November 1956. The occasion, known as Madhya Prad

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  4. Ayushman Vay Vandana Scheme Completes Two Years: 23.46 Lakh Hospital Admissions Recorded

    Why in the News? The Ayushman Vay Vandana Scheme completed two years on 29 October 2026 , marking an important milestone in providing healthcare protection to India's elderly population. According to official data, the s

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  5. CBIC GST Changes 2026: New Rules Effective 1 November, Finance Act Amendments Explained

    Why in the News? The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) notified 1 November 2026 as the effective date for important Goods and Services Tax (GST) amendments introduced through the Finance Act, 2026. The a

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  6. PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates ESTIC 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

    Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026 on 27 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The three-day conclave, held from 27 to

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  7. MoLE Constitutes National Social Security Board for Unorganised, Gig and Platform Workers

    Why in the News? The Ministry of Labour and Employment (MoLE) has constituted the National Social Security Board (NSSB) for unorganised workers, gig workers and platform workers under the Code on Social Security, 2020 .

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  8. Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia Appointed Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force – 2026

    Why in the News? The Ministry of Defence appointed Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia, AVSM, VM , as the new Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) of the Indian Air Force. His appointment became effective on 1 November 2026 .

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  9. Kumik Becomes Ladakh’s First Heritage Village

    Why in the News? Kumik Village , located in the Zanskar region of Ladakh, was declared Ladakh's first Heritage Village on 15 September 2026 . The announcement was made by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena dur

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  10. BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise 2026

    Why in the News? India is hosting the inaugural BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands from 30 October to 3 November 2026. The exercise is an important initiative announced by Prime Ministe

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