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Thursday, 8 October 2026

Current affairs, 8 October

9 facts an exam could ask, each in two or three sentences and each linked to its official source.

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Schemes

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurates new facilities at ICAR-IIAB in Ranchi

Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated five new facilities at ICAR-IIAB in Ranchi, including a school building, multipurpose hall, sports complex, and a NEXTGEN breeding facility, and laid the foundation for a guest house. The event also included a Pre-Rabi Kisan Goshti for 1,500 farmers under SCSP and TSP, promoting scientific agriculture and technology transfer from labs to fields in Jharkhand.

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International

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal holds bilateral talks with Saudi Arabia, Belgium, and Bhutan on port investment, green shipping, and youth training

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal held bilateral meetings with Saudi Arabia, Belgium, and Bhutan to advance port investments, green shipping, and maritime skills. Discussions included joint shipbuilding, seafarer training, and regional connectivity, with Saudi Arabia expressing interest in India’s Vadhavan and Galathea Bay projects and the Maritime Development Fund. A green shipping corridor linking Indian ports to Antwerp-Bruges was proposed with Belgium, and Bhutan’s access to global trade via National Waterway-2 and Jogighopa terminal was highlighted.

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Science & Tech

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launches World Bank's World Development Report 2026 on AI for development

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the World Bank Group's World Development Report 2026, which outlines a framework for developing economies to harness AI through adoption, adaptation, and advancement. The event was co-hosted by IndiaAI Mission and MeitY, with stakeholders discussing AI-driven inclusive development and scaling solutions across sectors.

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National

PM Modi inaugurates 10th India Mobile Congress

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 10th India Mobile Congress in New Delhi, highlighting the role of mobile phones in digital governance and self-reliance under the Digital India mission. The event emphasized mobile access to government services, security concerns like deepfakes, and India's shift from consumer to creator of digital technology.

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National

Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Paatil chairs ETF meeting to advance Ganga rejuvenation with sewage and water reuse focus

The 20th Empowered Task Force meeting on Ganga rejuvenation, chaired by Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Paatil, reviewed progress in sewage infrastructure, wastewater reuse, and ecological restoration under the Namami Gange Programme. As of August 2026, 527 projects worth ₹43,266 crore have been sanctioned, with 368 completed, including key developments in Bihar, West Bengal, and Jharkhand.

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National

Indian Air Force celebrates 94th Air Force Day at Hindan with theme 'Infallible, Impervious, Precise'

The Indian Air Force marked its 94th Air Force Day at Air Force Station Hindan with a parade reviewed by Air Chief Marshal AP Singh. The event highlighted operational readiness, technological advancement, and the theme 'Infallible, Impervious, Precise', reflecting the IAF's commitment to national defence and self-reliance through advanced capabilities and swift response, as seen in Operation Sindoor.

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Schemes

MoSPI and Pahle India Foundation sign MoU to strengthen research and data analysis collaboration

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) signed a MoU with Pahle India Foundation to enhance collaboration in official statistics, research, data analysis, and capacity building. The agreement establishes a framework for joint activities based on MoSPI's priorities, promoting knowledge sharing and improved data research standards in India.

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Schemes

Union Health Minister launches JOSH Teams to involve youth in TB elimination

Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda launched JOSH (Joint Squad for Health) Teams under TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan to engage youth in TB prevention. The initiative targets 55 districts across 11 states in the first phase, with plans for nationwide expansion. It aligns with India’s 21% TB incidence decline and 92% treatment coverage, ahead of global trends.

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Economy

GST Council recommends raising prosecution threshold to ₹5 crore and reducing penalty to ₹10,000

The GST Council has proposed raising the prosecution threshold from ₹1 crore to ₹5 crore and reducing the general penalty from ₹25,000 to ₹10,000. These changes aim to simplify compliance and reduce burden on small businesses, building on earlier reforms like rate rationalisation from the 56th meeting.

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Current Affairs 8 October 2026 | GyanPrep