Current Affairs · 26 Oct – 1 Nov 2026
TNPSC current affairs for the week of 26 Oct – 1 Nov 2026, grouped by day.
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13 storiesTamil Nadu expands free bus travel to persons with disabilities; ₹30,000 aid for AI-based assistive devices
Tamil Nadu has extended free bus travel to persons with disabilities across more bus categories and announced up to ₹30,000 subsidy for AI-based assistive devices.
Cyclone Arnab: 3,100 pregnant women shifted in Andhra Pradesh; 367 deliveries recorded
Ahead of Cyclone Arnab, Andhra Pradesh shifted 3,100 pregnant women to hospitals and recorded 367 deliveries, according to an October 29, 2026 report.
Cyclone Arnab impact in Andhra Pradesh: ₹500 crore power-sector loss, 1,700 personnel deployed for restoration
Andhra Pradesh said Cyclone Arnab caused about ₹500 crore damage to the power sector, with 1,700 personnel and 500 more workers mobilised for restoration on October 29, 2026.
Cyclone Arnab relief: Odisha deploys 300+ teams as 55,000 people evacuated across 9 districts
On October 29, 2026, Odisha deployed over 300 disaster-response teams and evacuated more than 55,000 people across 9 districts after Cyclone Arnab.
Cyclone Arnab: IMD says new low-pressure system may strengthen near Andhra coast on October 31, 2026
The IMD said on October 29, 2026 that a low-pressure area over the south Andaman Sea may become a depression on October 31 and move towards the Andhra Pradesh coast.
Police explain Anbil Mahesh arrest in Madras High Court; case on alleged ₹400 crore school recognition fraud
In October 2026, police told the Madras High Court they waited 1.5 hours before arresting former minister Anbil Mahesh in a ₹400 crore fraud case linked to school recognition.
Salem Republic Day athletics flag incident: teacher suspended after national flag was hoisted upside down
A Salem physical education teacher was suspended after the national flag was hoisted upside down at the 67th state-level Republic Day athletics meet on October 2026.
Former MLA Muthukumar surrenders in ₹400 crore fraud case; court remands him till Nov. 12, 2026
Former MLA V. Muthukumar surrendered in a Chennai special court in a ₹400 crore fraud case linked to alleged bribe collection for school approvals.
Kerala police arrest Bharat Lajna cooperative society chief in ₹5,000 crore fraud case in Chennai
Kerala police arrested Bharat Lajna Multi-State Housing Cooperative Society founder R. Premkumar in Chennai over alleged ₹5,000 crore fraud.
Tamil Nadu cooperative stores to sell 10 essential groceries for ₹200 ahead of Deepavali 2026
Tamil Nadu launched a ₹200 10-item grocery kit through 128 cooperative sales outlets to ease festival price pressure.
PM to launch ₹14,000 crore projects in Gujarat; PM-KISAN 24th instalment of ₹19,000 crore released
The Prime Minister is set to inaugurate ₹14,000 crore projects in Gujarat and release ₹19,000 crore under PM-KISAN’s 24th instalment.
Israel election: Netanyahu bloc loses majority as Knesset results show 53 of 120 seats
Israel’s October 2026 election results showed Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc falling short of a majority in the 120-member Knesset.
₹35 crore missing from 30 bank accounts near Jewar airport in Noida: key banking fraud facts
A ₹35 crore bank fraud involving 30 customers was reported from a Punjab National Bank branch near Jewar airport in Noida.
29 October 2026
12 storiesTamil Nadu prison security: DGP allows armed watchtower duty to prevent inmate escapes
Tamil Nadu prisons have been directed to keep armed personnel in watchtowers after recent escape incidents from Puzhal and Theni jails.
Karur temple land recovery contempt case: 8 IAS and IPS officers added by Madurai Bench
The Madurai Bench added eight IAS and IPS officers in a contempt case over the delayed recovery of Karur Kalyana Pasupatheeswarar temple lands.
Madras High Court questions separate burial grounds and public access to cremation sites
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court asked whether burial grounds in Tamil Nadu are public or caste-segregated while hearing a petition from Keelaraiakulam.
Tamil Nadu auto fare revision: 6-month deadline to recalibrate meters, QR fare card mandatory
Tamil Nadu has fixed revised auto fares from 1.8 km and ordered a 6-month period to reset meters and display QR-linked fare cards.
Cyclone Arnab relief in Andhra Pradesh: 5 dead, ₹5 lakh ex gratia and crop-loss package announced
Andhra Pradesh announced compensation and relief measures after Cyclone Arnab caused deaths, crop damage and infrastructure losses.
Cyclone Arnab: IMD says storm weakened on 29 Oct 2026; Andhra, Odisha and Telangana affected
IMD said Cyclone Arnab weakened on October 29, 2026, after affecting Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and parts of Telangana.
Karnataka SIR analysis: 64.5 lakh voters missing, 18–29 age group most affected
A data analysis of Karnataka’s final SIR rolls found a potential shortfall of 64.5 lakh electors, with young voters forming the largest missing group.
SIR voter-roll deletions in Tamil Nadu: Stalin’s petition to President cites 97.38 lakh removals and EC accountability
Stalin petitioned President Droupadi Murmu over SIR-related voter deletions, citing Tamil Nadu figures, EC officials, and demands for review of the process.
Tamil Nadu Electricity Board launches AI-based control centre at Minnagam for consumer complaints
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Board has issued a tender for an AI-enabled control centre at Minnagam in Chennai to monitor consumer complaints and social media grievances.
Tamil Nadu opens modern electrical laboratories in 30 government ITIs with ₹5.10 crore support
The Chief Minister inaugurated modern electrical laboratories in 30 government ITIs across Tamil Nadu, set up at a cost of ₹5.10 crore with private support.
Tamil Nadu to route outsourcing recruitment in departments and PSUs through Overseas Employment Corporation
Tamil Nadu has decided to use the Overseas Employment Corporation as the agency for outsourcing-based recruitment in government departments and public sector undertakings.
Cabinet clears 3% DA hike for central employees, CMPS and Viksit Gram Swaraj funding
The Union Cabinet approved a 3% DA/DR hike effective from 1 July 2026, along with the ₹10,000-crore Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme and ₹7,395 crore for PM Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana.
28 October 2026
9 storiesIsrael election exit polls show opposition edge but no majority in 120-seat Knesset
Israel’s October 27, 2026 exit polls showed the opposition bloc ahead of Benjamin Netanyahu’s camp, but short of a majority in the 120-seat Knesset.
UN debate on Cuba embargo disrupted by U.S.-Cuba row; vote expected on Oct 28, 2026
On October 27, 2026, a shouting match between the U.S. and Cuba briefly suspended a UN General Assembly debate on the Cuba embargo resolution.
PM Modi on science, ANRF funding, patents and PFBR first criticality
At ESTIC 2026 on October 27, 2026, PM Modi highlighted ANRF funding, patent growth, AI, space and the 500 MW PFBR first criticality.
Cyclone Arnab landfall in Andhra Pradesh: IMD wind speed, rainfall and relief measures
Cyclone Arnab began landfall near Andhra Pradesh and Yanam on October 28, 2026, with IMD warning of 125–135 kmph winds, heavy rain and coastal surge.
Cyclone Arnab: IMD landfall, evacuations and flight cancellations in Andhra Pradesh
Cyclone Arnab triggered landfall alerts, evacuations and transport disruptions across Andhra Pradesh and north Chennai on 28 October 2026.
Supreme Court stays Madras High Court order on extraditing idol-smuggling convict Subhash Chandra Kapoor to Germany
The Supreme Court stayed the Madras High Court’s order allowing extradition of Subhash Chandra Kapoor to Germany in the idol-smuggling case.
India Army signs 5-year MoU with Sarvam to strengthen AI capability across the armed forces
The Indian Army, Navy and Air Force will use Sarvam’s AI systems under a 5-year MoU to build indigenous, secure defence AI capability.
Tamil Nadu says power will not be procured at the quoted high spot-market price
Tamil Nadu’s power department said it will not buy electricity at the quoted high rates, amid a tender for 2,100 MW for the 2026-27 peak season.
Tamil Nadu cooperative housing loan ceiling raised to ₹1.40 crore for eligible urban banks
Tamil Nadu has revised housing and mortgage loan limits in urban cooperative banks and credit societies, with repayment tenure extended to 20 years.
27 October 2026
13 storiesTheni sub-jail escape: 17 remand prisoners flee after assaulting warders; 4 arrested
In October 2026, 17 remand prisoners escaped from Thekkampatti sub-jail in Theni after attacking warders, and police later arrested four persons.
Madras High Court rejects review plea in municipal recruitment irregularities case involving ₹634 crore
The Madras High Court dismissed K.N. Nehru’s review plea in a case alleging ₹634 crore bribes in municipal department appointments and 2,538 recruitments.
CBI status report on Armstrong murder case: 10 directly linked, 30 accused examined
The CBI told the Supreme Court in October 2026 that 10 people were directly linked to the Armstrong murder case and that 30 accused had been examined.
Supreme Court rejects plea for CBI probe into alleged horse-trading in Tamil Nadu
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking a CBI probe into alleged horse-trading linked to Tamil Nadu Assembly majority claims and discussed Article 142 and disqualification issues.
Cyclone Arnab: IMD red alerts, AP-Odisha preparedness and landfall details
IMD said Cyclone Arnab would cross the Andhra Pradesh-Yanam coast on October 28, 2026, prompting evacuations, school closures and NDRF deployment in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.
Cyclone Arnab: Andhra Pradesh and Odisha activate evacuation, shelters and NDRF deployment
As Cyclone Arnab approached land in October 2026, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha activated evacuation plans, shelters, and disaster response teams.
ECI tells Supreme Court: CEC removal must follow same process as Supreme Court judge
The Election Commission told the Supreme Court that the CEC can be removed only on grounds and in the manner identical to a Supreme Court judge.
NMMS scholarship for Class 8 students: apply by Nov 3; exam on Dec 12, 2026
The NMMS exam for 2026-27 will be held on December 12, 2026, and applications must be submitted by November 3, 2026.
TN govt allocates ₹4 crore for 400 three-wheeled scooters for persons with disabilities
Tamil Nadu has issued an order to buy 400 three-wheeled scooters for eligible persons with disabilities at a cost of ₹4 crore.
Ranji Trophy: Railways all out for 184; Tamil Nadu trail by 113 at Chepauk
At Chepauk, Railways were bowled out for 184 and Tamil Nadu ended day one at 71 for 3, trailing by 113 runs.
Trump calls Brazil election rigged after Lula da Silva’s October 2026 win
Donald Trump said Brazil’s October 25, 2026 election looked rigged, without citing evidence, after Lula da Silva won.
Washington ballot challenge: U.S. Justice Department seeks to set aside 400 suspected noncitizen votes
The U.S. Justice Department asked Washington state to set aside ballots from more than 400 people it suspects may not be U.S. citizens.
Brazil election: Lula’s win recognised by Bolsonaro’s party after runoff result
In October 2026, Brazil’s Liberal Party recognised Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s presidential runoff victory after he won by about 4.4 million votes.
26 October 2026
15 storiesChennai Railway Division seizes ₹12.36 crore in narcotics, hawala cash and valuables in 6 months
Between April and September 2026, RPF in Chennai Railway Division seized ₹12.36 crore worth of narcotics, hawala cash, gold and silver items.
Serbia 2026 parliamentary poll: student-led list ends 14 years of Vucic’s rule
Serbia’s student-led movement claimed victory in the October 25, 2026 parliamentary election, ending 14 years of Aleksandar Vucic’s rule.
Brazil presidential runoff 2026: Lula wins 4th term with 51.75% against Flavio Bolsonaro
Brazil’s October 25, 2026 runoff returned Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to office with 51.75% of votes against Flavio Bolsonaro’s 48.25%.
India women beat Zimbabwe by 121 runs in Vadodara ODI after Harmanpreet and Deepti centuries
India women scored 328/6 and beat Zimbabwe women by 121 runs in the second ODI at Vadodara, with centuries from Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma.
PM Modi watches Indian Air Force’s 94th anniversary air show in Varanasi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched the Indian Air Force’s 94th anniversary aerial display at Varanasi’s Namoghat, featuring Su-30 MKI, Tejas and LCH Prachand aircraft.
RSS marches in 100 locations across Tamil Nadu after court permission
RSS held marches in 100 locations across Tamil Nadu, including 7 in Chennai, after court permission for Vijayadashami events.
India’s 114-medal finish at the 2026 Asian Para Games: PM Modi’s congratulatory note
PM Narendra Modi congratulated Indian para-athletes after India finished 4th with 114 medals at the Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
Jaishankar calls for stronger UN leadership in global crises at Delhi UN Day event
At a UN Day event in Delhi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar urged the UN to lead on crises, terrorism, AI and the 4F challenge.
Chennai removes 43 tonnes of mosquito-breeding waste in dengue prevention drive
Between October 1 and 24, Chennai Corporation removed 43,429 kg of tyres, plastic and other waste and collected over ₹37 lakh in fines.
Chennai civic bio-mining recovers 118 acres from Kodungaiyur, Perungudi and Athipattu dumpsites
Chennai Corporation is reclaiming 118 acres through bio-mining at Kodungaiyur, Perungudi and Athipattu, with large-scale waste removal and new contracts planned.
Aavin says dairy product production has not been stopped; 225 products continue in Tamil Nadu
Aavin denied reports that production of more than 100 dairy products had been stopped and said all products continue to be manufactured and supplied.
IMD warns of very severe cyclonic storm over Bay of Bengal; Andhra coast likely to be crossed on 28 October 2026
The India Meteorological Department said the system over the Bay of Bengal may intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm and cross the Andhra Pradesh coast on 28 October 2026.
RBI data centre and cyber security training centre opened in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, in October 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the RBI data centre and cyber security training centre in Bhubaneswar on 25 October 2026.
Starshield and private control over military communications: SpaceX, Ukraine and U.S. defence links
In October 2026, the Starshield episode highlighted how SpaceX’s satellite communications can affect wartime operations and U.S. defence access.
Ahmedabad to host 2029 World Senior Weightlifting Championships, first in India
The International Weightlifting Federation announced Ahmedabad as the host city for the 2029 World Senior Weightlifting Championships.