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Monthly compilation

October 2026

45 facts across 9 syllabus headings, newest first. Each one is the same fact that ran in the daily capsule, with its source.

Monthly test

25 questions on October 2026

Drawn from 77 written this month; a fresh selection each attempt.

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National11 October

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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National11 October

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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National10 October

India upgrades 75 lighthouses to tourism destinations, launching digital ticketing under DGLL

India has transformed 75 lighthouses into tourism destinations, including key ones in Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. These are now solar-powered and linked via a digital ticketing platform under the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships, boosting maritime heritage tourism and local employment. This builds on India’s long maritime tradition and aligns with national efforts in coastal infrastructure and heritage preservation.

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Tested underPorts and Maritime InfrastructureCoastlines of IndiaE-Governance and Digital Infrastructure
National9 October

DEPwD calls for whole-of-government approach to accessibility in Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan

The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) advocates a coordinated, cross-ministry approach to advance accessibility across education, healthcare, transport, and digital services. The Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan aims to embed accessibility at the design stage of public infrastructure and services, with States and civil society urged to collaborate in achieving inclusive development.

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Tested underGovernment Departments and MinistriesInfrastructure and InvestmentCentral Government and State Government
National9 October

PM calls for Anganwadi centres to become hubs of community participation and university engagement

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Anganwadi Centres to become community participation hubs, suggesting universities adopt them for social-impact studies. He emphasized women's safety through age-appropriate modules and advocated focused development of adolescent girls' health and nutrition. The initiative builds on the Centre-State convergence model in women and child development policies.

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Tested underWomen's Empowerment and Social ConditionsHealth and SafetyStates and Union Territories
National8 October

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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National8 October

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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National8 October

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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October 2026 Current Affairs — Monthly Compilation and Test | GyanPrep