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Sunday, 11 October 2026

Current affairs, 11 October

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

Science & TechNationalDefenceEnvironmentInternationalStates

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Science & Tech

Union Health Minister lays foundation stone for ICMR's first high-altitude medicine research centre in Keylong

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda will lay the foundation stone for ICMR's Centre for High Altitude Medicine and Public Health Research (ICMR-CHAMP) in Keylong, Himachal Pradesh. The centre, under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, aims to advance research on health in high-altitude and climate-sensitive Himalayan regions, including disease patterns, maternal health, and disaster preparedness.

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National

Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya leads youth fitness cycle rally in Varanasi with anti-drug pledge

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya led the 94th Fit India Sundays on Cycle in Varanasi, uniting over 1,000 participants and 500 cyclists under the theme 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat'. The event included a pledge against drug use and celebrated medallists from the 2026 Asian Games, aligning with the government's youth fitness and drug-free India initiative.

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Defence

India and Russia conduct naval exercise INDRA-2026 with INS Sahyadri participation

Indian Naval Ship Sahyadri arrived in Vladivostok to join a bilateral naval exercise with Russia, INDRA-2026, from 13 to 18 October 2026. The exercise strengthens maritime cooperation under India’s MAHASAGAR vision and follows up on the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit in December 2025. It includes harbour and at-sea operations to enhance naval interoperability and mutual understanding.

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Environment

CBN Madhya Pradesh Unit arrests three persons and seizures 4.2 tonnes poppy straw in two operations

The CBN Madhya Pradesh Unit conducted two operations in October 2026, seizing 4,209.80 kg poppy straw, two vehicles, and 100 wheat bags used as cover. Three persons were arrested under the NDPS Act, 1985, as part of India's 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' initiative to combat drug trafficking.

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International

India and UK conduct naval exercise KONKAN-26 in UK waters

INS Trishul, an Indian Navy stealth frigate, joins Royal Navy in Exercise KONKAN-26 off Plymouth. The biennial maritime drill includes air, surface and sub-surface operations, reflecting India-UK cooperation under their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Vision 2035.

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National

PM Modi inaugurates and lays foundation for ₹13,000 crore infrastructure projects in Chennai

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid foundation for multiple development projects worth over ₹13,000 crore in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The projects include metro, port, and urban infrastructure, aiming to boost trade, employment, and daily commutes, building on India's existing metro expansion and port modernization efforts.

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States

Padma Shri Prof. Raghuvendra Tanwar delivers lecture on Jammu Kashmir Ladakh history at IIAS Diamond Jubilee Week

Padma Shri Prof. Raghuvendra Tanwar, Chairman of ICHR, delivered a special lecture on the historicity of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh at the Indian Institute of Advanced Study's Diamond Jubilee Week. The event, part of a cultural and academic celebration, was presided over by Padma Shri Smt. Shovana Narayan. It highlights India's scholarly engagement with regional history and cultural heritage, aligning with constitutional values of cultural preservation and academic freedom under Article 29.

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Tested underHistorical Facts and EventsCultural Heritage and Intangible HeritageCulture in the News
States

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh reviews water, road projects and drinking water plan in Jammu and Kashmir

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh held a Public Darbar in Billawar to address public grievances on infrastructure, drinking water, and road connectivity. He announced the imminent start of the Ujh Multipurpose Project and four-laning of Dhar Road after decades of delay. A revised Jal Jeevan Mission is being implemented to ensure universal drinking water supply in the region, replacing the earlier framework.

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Tested underCivil Services and Public AdministrationHealth Services and InfrastructureAppropriate technology
States

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports launches Fit India-Sundays on Cycle with mental wellness focus on World Mental Health Day

The 94th edition of Fit India-Sundays on Cycle, themed 'Pedal for a Healthier Mind', was held in Ahmedabad on World Mental Health Day. It was jointly organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, SAI, and Fit India, promoting mental wellness through physical activity. Prominent kabaddi champions like Naveen Kumar and Surjeet were felicitated and shared messages on the link between fitness and mental health.

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Tested underSports and GamesHealth and WellnessNational Days and Observances
Current Affairs 11 October 2026 | GyanPrep