Current Affairs · 28 May 2026
TNPSC current affairs published on 28 May 2026.
TNPSC Combined Technical Services 2026: 461 non-interview vacancies, online application till June 25
TNPSC has opened online registration for 461 non-interview technical posts across 46 categories, with the exam planned in August 2026.
University chancellorship in Tamil Nadu: Minister says CM-as-chancellor model is not mandatory
Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister P. Viswanathan said the state is not bound to follow the CM-as-chancellor model for universities.
Supreme Court upholds Election Commission’s power to conduct Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls
The Supreme Court said the Election Commission can carry out Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls to protect electoral accuracy and fairness.
ED raids on Pinarayi Vijayan’s Kerala residences in CMRL-linked money-laundering case
In May 2026, the Enforcement Directorate searched 10 locations linked to former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan in a money-laundering probe tied to ₹1.72 crore received by Exalogic from CMRL.
Karnataka political transition in 2026: Siddaramaiah to resign after Congress leadership talks
In May 2026, Congress leadership in Delhi discussed a Karnataka chief minister change, and Siddaramaiah was expected to submit his resignation to the governor.
Thirunallar Darbaranyeswarar temple Brahmotsavam: 5 chariots, May 2026 car festival and local holiday in Karaikal
The Thirunallar Darbaranyeswarar temple Brahmotsavam saw a 5-chariot procession on May 27, 2026, in Karaikal district, with a local holiday declared.
Madras High Court orders Tiruvannamalai police rape case against Andhra woman to be completed by July 31
The Madras High Court directed the Tiruvannamalai police rape case involving a 26-year-old Andhra woman to be completed by July 31, 2026.
Assam passes Uniform Civil Code with 7-year jail for second marriage, 60-day registration rule
Assam Assembly passed a Uniform Civil Code bill with penalties for second marriage, live-in relationship non-registration, and mandatory marriage/divorce registration.
Crop loan waiver in Tamil Nadu: 14.23 lakh farmers, ₹2,044 crore and NABARD-linked policy constraints
The article explains why crop loan waivers in Tamil Nadu are constrained by NABARD-linked banking rules, citing 14.23 lakh beneficiaries and ₹2,044 crore waiver data.
POCSO conviction in Tiruvallur: man gets 39 years rigorous imprisonment for sexual abuse of twin girls
A Tiruvallur POCSO special court sentenced Srinivasan, 57, to 39 years rigorous imprisonment and a fine of ₹45,000 for abusing twin girls.
Vadapalani Murugan Temple Vaikasi Visakam Therottam 2026: 10-day festival, chariot procession and key ritual dates
Vadapalani Murugan Temple in Chennai held its Vaikasi Visakam therottam on May 27, 2026, with the festival running from May 21 to May 30.
Police impersonation extortion in Chennai: 2 arrested in Kodambakkam case
In Chennai’s Kodambakkam, two men were arrested for posing as police and extorting jewellery and ₹70,000 from a 53-year-old woman.
NEET-UG paper leak case: CBI arrests 2 more; total arrests rise to 13
CBI arrested a doctor and a physics teacher in the NEET-UG paper leak case, taking total arrests to 13, while the exam for 23 lakh students was cancelled and a retest was set for June 21.
Gold price falls for 3rd day in Chennai after customs duty hike to 15%
On 28 May 2026, Chennai gold prices fell for the third straight day, with 22-carat jewellery gold down ₹1,200 per sovereign.
Finance Ministry’s factory visits for Budget 2026 planning: DEA-led ground-level input exercise
The Finance Ministry will send senior DEA officials to factories and externally aided projects for budget planning inputs.
Chandrayaan-2 DFSAR finds possible subsurface ice near Moon’s south pole
Scientists reported possible subsurface ice near the Moon’s south pole using Chandrayaan-2’s DFSAR payload.
NCW report seeks codification of Muslim personal law on marriage, divorce and child marriage
The NCW has recommended legislation to codify Muslim personal law on marriage, with child marriage prohibition and divorce regulation.
Supreme Court examines CBSE three-language rule for Class 9 under education policy scrutiny
The Supreme Court has sought responses on CBSE’s three-language rule for Class 9, focusing on implementation challenges, teachers and books.
West Bengal’s Annapurna Yojana offers ₹3,000 monthly aid to women in 2026
West Bengal announced Annapurna Yojana, under which women will receive ₹3,000 per month while Lakshmir Bhandar continues until full rollout.
Bihar cabinet clears cashless treatment for MLAs, officials, employees and pensioners in 2026
Bihar approved cashless treatment for MLAs, government officials, employees and pensioners, and also cleared a land purchase policy for projects.