Daily Current Affairs 30th Oct 2026
Daily Current Affairs 30th Oct 2026
🇮🇳 National Current Affairs
PM-KISAN 24th Instalment
Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 24th instalment of the PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi scheme, involving more than ₹18,690 crore for over 9.34 crore eligible farmers.
Eligible farmers receive ₹2,000 per instalment.
The scheme provides ₹6,000 annually to eligible farmer families.
The amount is transferred directly into beneficiaries’ bank accounts.
India’s Economic Growth Forecast Raised to 7.3%
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The Union Finance Ministry projected India’s economic growth at 7.3% for the financial year 2026–27. The assessment reflects continued economic activity while highlighting inflation and crude oil price risks.
Supreme Court Focuses on Digital Arrest Scams
The Supreme Court called for stronger accountability in cases involving digital arrest fraud. The issue includes the responsibility of banks to exercise due diligence and protect customers from fraudulent transactions.
Centre to Reopen Textile PLI Portal
The government is set to reopen the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) portal for the textile sector to encourage domestic manufacturing, investment and employment generation.
New Fortified Potato Variety in Focus
A nutrient-rich purple potato variety has attracted attention for its potential contribution to improving nutrition and addressing hidden hunger.
India Offers Counterterrorism Expertise to ASEAN
India reiterated its willingness to share counterterrorism expertise and operational experience with ASEAN countries to strengthen regional security cooperation.
🌍 International Current Affairs
India Announces Priorities for UNSC Bid 2028–29
India identified Artificial Intelligence (AI) and maritime security as key priorities for its candidature for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for 2028–29.
India’s Permanent Representative to the UN is Harish Parvathaneni.
India emphasised maritime safety, cybersecurity and responsible use of AI.
The election for the Asia-Pacific Group’s seat is scheduled for June 2027.
India–ASEAN Counterterrorism Cooperation
India expressed its readiness to share counterterrorism expertise and operational experience with ASEAN member countries to strengthen regional security.
India and Bangladesh Discuss Ganga Water Agreement
Bangladesh renewed its demand for a new agreement concerning the sharing of Ganga river waters, highlighting the importance of bilateral water cooperation.
🏔️ Jammu & Kashmir Current Affairs
J&K Government Issues Orders on Compressed Bio-Gas Policy 2026
The Jammu and Kashmir Government constituted a UT-level empowered committee, district-level committees and a Compressed Bio-Gas Cell for implementing the Jammu and Kashmir Compressed Bio-Gas Energy Policy 2026.
J&K Circular Economy Policy 2026
The government constituted committees for the implementation of the Jammu and Kashmir Circular Economy Policy 2026.
The initiative focuses on sustainable resource utilisation, recycling, waste reduction and promoting a circular economy.
J&K Trade Promotion Organisation
The Jammu and Kashmir Government ordered the reconstitution of the Board of Directors of the Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation.
Secretariat Employees Declared Quasi-Permanent
The General Administration Department issued an order regarding the declaration of services of members of the J&K Secretariat Subordinate Service as quasi-permanent.
Weather Update for Jammu & Kashmir
The Meteorological Centre Srinagar forecast brief spells of light rain, thunderstorms, hailstorms and gusty winds at scattered places on October 30. Light snowfall was also possible over higher reaches.
Generally dry weather was expected on October 31.
💰 Economy and Banking
India’s Fiscal Deficit Reaches 42.1% of Annual Target
India’s fiscal deficit during April–September 2026 stood at ₹7.15 lakh crore, representing 42.1% of the annual budget target for 2026–27.
The full-year fiscal deficit target has been set at 4.3% of GDP.
Indian Stock Market Ends October with Gains
Indian equity markets ended October 2026 on a positive note.
Sensex gained 2.7% during October.
Nifty 50 gained 1.9%.
The IT sector recorded particularly strong monthly gains.
🔬 Science, Technology and Environment
ISRO’s Navigation Satellite System in Focus
India’s indigenous satellite navigation capabilities came into focus following discussions about restoring and strengthening the country’s independent navigation services.
The navigation system is known as NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation).
Green Hydrogen Commitments Cross 5.5 Lakh MTPA
India’s green hydrogen sector recorded offtake commitments exceeding 5.5 lakh metric tonnes per annum up to October 2026, reflecting growing interest in clean energy and industrial decarbonisation.
Hanging Glaciers Pose Risk in Badrinath
A study highlighted potential risks from hanging glaciers in the Badrinath region of Uttarakhand. The study identified 398 buildings, a helipad and two bridges as potentially vulnerable to glacier-related hazards.
📚 Important One-Liners for Competitive Exams
PM-KISAN provides how much financial assistance annually? — ₹6,000.
How much is provided in each PM-KISAN instalment? — ₹2,000.
What is India’s projected GDP growth for FY 2026–27? — 7.3%.
What is India’s indigenous satellite navigation system called? — NavIC.
Where is the headquarters of ASEAN? — Jakarta, Indonesia.
What does AI stand for? — Artificial Intelligence.
What is India’s full-year fiscal deficit target for FY 2026–27? — 4.3% of GDP.
Which organisation administers the PM-KISAN scheme? — Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
What does MTPA stand for? — Million Tonnes Per Annum.
What is the capital of Bangladesh? — Dhaka.