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Current Affairs – 22 October 2026
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Modi Outlines India–Poland Plans for Trade, Defence and Startup Cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined plans to expand India–Poland cooperation in trade, defence, space and technology. His joint press address reviewed the Strategic Partnership established in 2024, alongside startup links, youth exchanges,…
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Pulsar Signals Point to an Accretion Disk Around Centaurus X-3
A Raman Research Institute study finds evidence that Centaurus X-3, around 24,000 light-years away, receives matter through an accretion disk. Changes in secondary X-ray signals point to a stream rotating with the…
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Registration Opens for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 5.0: 28 November–12 December 2026
Kashi Tamil Sangamam 5.0 will connect participants from Tamil Nadu with Kashi through a programme centred on Thirukkural. Scheduled from 28 November to 12 December 2026, it includes educational outreach, cultural visits…
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PM Samajik Sahayata Yojana: Disability Pension Changes, Eligibility and Central Assistance
The Cabinet approved continuation of social assistance on 14 October 2026, covering 2026-27 to 2030-31 with ₹53,428 crore. Renamed Pradhan Mantri Samajik Sahayata Yojana, the programme expands disability-pension eligibility and assistance while…
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Equipment Electrification Brings Green Status to Tuticorin Container Terminal
A V.O. Chidambaranar Port statement reported on 22 October 2026 confirmed green-terminal status for Tuticorin International Container Terminal after electrification of its operational equipment. The designation accompanied a review of port projects…
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Strengthening Regional Positioning Services: A New Mission for NVS-03 Is Planned for October 30
NVS-03 is intended to strengthen NavIC, with a launch attempt targeted for October 30, 2026, according to reporting citing ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan. The mission is planned from Sriharikota. Readiness, final clearance…
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Radhakrishnan Calls for State–Centre Cooperation to Modernise Laws
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan urged State Law Commissions to review outdated laws at a New Delhi conference. He called for stronger coordination with the Centre, respect for state autonomy and practical recommendations…
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Assam Wells Reveal Hidden Fish Diversity: Blind Loach and Swamp Eel
Scientific studies of wells in Assam’s Goalpara district describe the blind loach Gitchak nakana and the swamp eel Rakthamichthys anchi. Their distinct anatomy and underground habitats reveal previously unrecognised fish diversity in…
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ICAR Chief Urges Global Cooperation to Transform Agricultural Education
ICAR Director General Dr. M. L. Jat called for agricultural education to cover complete food systems, stronger university-industry links and international knowledge exchange. Addressing a roundtable in Des Moines, he outlined how…
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Seasonal Butterfly Migration Brings Tigers and Crows Towards Western Ghats
Blue Tigers, Dark Blue Tigers and crow butterflies are moving towards the Western Ghats through western Tamil Nadu. Nature watchers have linked the seasonal wave to changing monsoon conditions and reported low…
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Erhaia dijiang: Eyeless Cave Snail Identified in Yunnan
Erhaia dijiang, an eyeless freshwater snail from a Yunnan cave, was described in Subterranean Biology in 2026. Its translucent shell and unpigmented body reflect adaptation to darkness. Researchers say the discovery expands…
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Reports Describe Pentagon Loan of Heat-Ray System for DHS Testing
Reports available by 22 October 2026 described a Pentagon loan allowing DHS to test the Active Denial System for possible border operations. CNN traced the permission to an earlier memo. Testing authorisation…
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