Today's Current Affairs
Exam-focused current affairs in simple English — the 10 points that matter today for SSC, Banking, Railway and UPSC exams.
Anuj Shrivatri Becomes India's 100th Chess Grandmaster
Anuj Shrivatri of Madhya Pradesh became India's 100th chess Grandmaster after winning the 7th ASEAN Plus Individual Open Chess Championship held in the Philippines.
India and Saudi Arabia Sign Haj 2027 Agreement
India and Saudi Arabia signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement for Haj 2027 in Jeddah. India's pilgrim quota was confirmed at 1,75,025. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju signed the agreement during his visit of 6-9 November 2026.
Saina Nehwal, Anju Bobby George Elected IOA Sportspersons of Merit
Saina Nehwal, Anju Bobby George, Rani Rampal and Dola Banerjee were elected as women Sportspersons of Merit (SOM) of the Indian Olympic Association, while IOA President P. T. Usha lost the poll. In the men's category, Gagan Narang, Vijender Singh, Yogeshwar Dutt and Kamlesh Mehta were elected unopposed.
Revised Prices of 1,364 Anti-Cancer Drug Formulations Take Effect
Revised maximum retail prices (MRPs) of 1,364 anti-cancer formulations came into effect on 9 November 2026 under the NPPA trade-margin cap. The move is expected to save consumers about Rs 3,540 crore every year.
Argentina Joins Global Biofuel Alliance
Argentina formally became the newest full member of the India-led Global Biofuel Alliance, according to the Ministry of External Affairs. The alliance was launched during India's G20 presidency to promote ethanol and biodiesel use.
RBI Revises Threshold for Core Investment Companies
The Reserve Bank of India revised the asset-size threshold for systemically important Core Investment Companies (CICs) to Rs 5,000 crore under its updated regulatory guidelines for the non-banking financial sector.
First All-Indian Pair Reaches a WTA Tour Doubles Final
Vaishnavi Adkar and Rutuja Bhosale became the first all-Indian pair to reach a WTA Tour doubles final, finishing as runners-up at the WTA 250 Chennai Open on 8 November 2026.
Tamil Nadu Approves 1,000 Electric Buses for Chennai
Tamil Nadu approved the purchase of 1,000 air-conditioned electric buses for the Chennai Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) under the Gross Cost Contract (GCC) model.
Mohammed Shami Retires from Test Cricket
India fast bowler Mohammed Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket. He finished his Test career with 229 wickets in 64 matches at an average of 27.71.
Uttarakhand Celebrates 26th Foundation Day
Uttarakhand celebrated its 26th Foundation Day on 9 November 2026. The state was carved out of Uttar Pradesh on 9 November 2000.
📝 Today's Quiz (5 Questions)
Q1. Who became India's 100th chess Grandmaster in November 2026?
Q2. India's pilgrim quota confirmed under the Haj 2027 agreement with Saudi Arabia is:
Q3. Argentina recently became the newest full member of which India-led alliance?
Q4. National Legal Services Day is observed every year on:
Q5. Mohammed Shami retired from Test cricket with how many wickets?
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