Daily Current Affairs 4th October 2026

🇮🇳 National Current Affairs

1. India Reaffirms Seafarer Safety Amid West Asia Tensions
India reaffirmed its commitment to the safety of Indian seafarers amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Five Indian nationals were among those recently rescued in the Strait of Hormuz.

2. GST Regime: Changes in Arrest Powers Under Consideration
The government is considering changes to arrest provisions under the GST regime amid concerns over the powers of tax authorities.

3. Rahul Gandhi Launches ‘Satyagraha’ Digital Platform
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a digital platform named ‘Satyagraha’, amid the party’s ongoing political campaign.

🏔️ Jammu & Kashmir Current Affairs

4. J&K to Get Major Boost for ITI Infrastructure
Jammu and Kashmir has secured approval for two Industrial Training Institute (ITI) clusters under PM-SETU, with an estimated investment of ₹475 crore aimed at strengthening skill development infrastructure.

5. 53 More Industrial Units Cleared in J&K
The J&K administration has approved 53 additional industrial units under the New Central Sector Scheme, with an expected investment of around ₹1,626 crore.

6. New Hydropower and Solar Projects Planned in J&K
The Union Power Secretary indicated that Jammu and Kashmir is set for expansion in hydropower generation and rooftop solar capacity, supporting the region’s energy infrastructure.

7. J&K Weather Likely to Change From October 6
Rain is expected across parts of Jammu and Kashmir from October 6 to 10, with rainfall, strong winds and snowfall possible over higher elevations around October 9–10.

8. Sewa-II Hydroelectric Project in News
The 120 MW Sewa-II Hydroelectric Project in Kathua district was in the news. It is located on the Sewa River, a tributary of the Ravi, and is operated by NHPC.

9. J&K Reservation and EWS Issue in News
A debate over the regional distribution of EWS certificates has emerged in the J&K Assembly, with concerns raised about the impact of reservation policies on government employment opportunities.

10. J&K Begin Irani Cup Chase
Jammu & Kashmir began their chase against Rest of India in the Irani Cup in Srinagar, with the target set at 279 runs.

🌍 International Current Affairs

11. India Raises J&K Issue at the United Nations
India strongly rejected Pakistan’s remarks concerning Jammu and Kashmir at the United Nations, reiterating its position on the issue.

📌 Important One-Liners

PM-SETU J&K allocation: ₹475 crore for two ITI clusters.

New industrial units approved in J&K: 53.

Expected investment from these units: ₹1,626 crore.

Sewa-II Hydroelectric Project capacity: 120 MW.

Sewa-II is located in: Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir.

Sewa River is a tributary of: Ravi River.

J&K weather change expected: October 6–10, 2026.

Irani Cup target for J&K: 279 runs.

 

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