Current Affairs · 14 October 2026
TNPSC current affairs published on 14 October 2026.
Jaishankar raises India’s concerns on U.S. Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act: 100% tariffs and 51% Russian Ural crude share
On 23 September 2026, S. Jaishankar discussed the U.S. Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act with Marco Rubio in New York.
Marco Rubio’s India visit on 17–22 October 2026: energy cooperation, Jamnagar refinery and C5+1 diplomacy
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India from 17 to 22 October 2026 for energy talks, with Jamnagar on the itinerary.
Maldives detains 25 Thoothukudi fishermen: India-Maldives maritime issue and 3 mechanised boats seized
On 13 October 2026, the Maldives Navy detained 25 fishermen from Thoothukudi and seized 3 mechanised boats near Maldives waters.
MEA reiterates Ladakh is an inseparable part of India after China objects to 28 renamed places
India’s Ministry of External Affairs said Ladakh is an inseparable part of India after China objected to India naming 28 places in the Union Territory.
PM Modi highlights India’s low-cost medicines, 7.8% growth and 700 billion dollar forex reserves
At the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Delhi, PM Narendra Modi said India supplies low-cost medicines globally and cited startup, growth and forex reserve figures.
Tamil Nadu seeks more Krishna water for Chennai; 1983 pact and 4.08 TMC release in focus
Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay sought additional Krishna water from Andhra Pradesh for Chennai, while AP cited reservoir availability and said it had already released 4.08 TMC.
Tamil Nadu announces special bus services for Ayudha Puja and Diwali 2026
Tamil Nadu transport department has announced special buses from Chennai and other cities for Ayudha Puja and Diwali travel rush.
Chennai Metro Phase 2 Corridor 5 completes 100% precast construction work
Chennai Metro Rail Phase 2 Corridor 5 has completed all precast construction components, including the final U-girder work.
Tamil Nadu eases temple mobile-phone restriction; voluntary deposit only
Tamil Nadu HR&CE has told officials not to compel devotees to deposit mobile phones at temple security centres.
Tamil Nadu expands annadhanam in 10 temples, doubling beneficiaries in selected shrines
The Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department has expanded annadhanam beneficiaries in 10 Tamil Nadu temples.
President appoints two new judges to Madras High Court in 2026
Two judges have been appointed to the Madras High Court, taking the working strength to 66 out of 75 sanctioned posts.
NPCI postpones UPI merchant transaction fee collection after Diwali 2026
NPCI has deferred the UPI merchant transaction fee collection plan, and the new date will be announced later after Diwali.
Tamil Nadu allocates ₹8.45 crore for book fairs in all districts in 2026-27
Tamil Nadu has sanctioned ₹8.45 crore in 2026-27 to conduct book fairs in all districts to promote reading habits.
Pope Leo XIV’s October 2026 lung surgery and adenocarcinoma diagnosis: key medical facts
In October 2026, Pope Leo XIV underwent a successful 90-minute surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital after the Vatican confirmed lung adenocarcinoma.
Sabarimala mandala puja begins Nov 17; new melsanthies to be selected on Oct 18
Sabarimala’s mandala puja season begins on November 17, 2026, and the final selection of new melsanthies is scheduled for October 18.