October 2026: Important Days Till Today (02 October)

A running daily compilation of national and international days, anniversaries, and United Nations observances for October 2026 to ensure comprehensive revision for competitive examinations.

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Completes 100 Years (1926–2026); PM Narendra Modi Addresses Centenary Celebrations at Bharat Mandapam

• Centenary Milestone — 100 Years of Service: On 1 October 2026, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) completed 100 years since the establishment of the Public Service Commission in India on 1 October 1926. The Commission's centenary year was observed from 1 October 2025 to 1 October 2026.
• National Ceremony and Prime Ministerial Address: Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in and addressed the UPSC centenary celebrations at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on 1 October 2026. The two-day centenary programme, titled “Shatabdi Samaroh – Manthan,” was held on 30 September and 1 October 2026.
• Commemorative Releases:
  • Centenary Postage Stamp: A commemorative postage stamp marking 100 years of UPSC was released.
  • Commemorative Coin: A UPSC Centenary commemorative coin was released by the Prime Minister. The official release confirms the coin but does not establish its metal composition as silver.
  • Landmark Judgements Publication: The book 100 Landmark Judgements – Shaping the Policies of UPSC and Public Service Commissions in India was released.
• Historical Genesis and Evolution:
  • Lee Commission (1924): The Royal Commission on the Superior Civil Services in India, chaired by Lord Lee of Fareham, recommended the establishment of a statutory Public Service Commission.
  • Government of India Act, 1919: Section 96C provided for the establishment of a Public Service Commission. The first Public Service Commission was established on 1 October 1926, with Sir Ross Barker as its first Chairman and four other members.
  • Federal Public Service Commission (1937): The Commission became the Federal Public Service Commission under the Government of India Act, 1935.
  • UPSC (1950): With the commencement of the Constitution of India on 26 January 1950, the Federal Public Service Commission became the Union Public Service Commission, a constitutional body under Part XIV, Articles 315–323.
  • First Indian Chairman: H. K. Kripalani became the first Indian Chairman, taking charge on 1 April 1947.
• Centenary Theme: The centenary deliberations highlighted “Trust, Transparency and Technology”, with discussions on the future of civil services, innovation, public administration and constitutional values.

Nation Commemorates 157th Gandhi Jayanti and UN International Day of Non-Violence; Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti Also Observed

• 157th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi: On 2 October 2026, India observed the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who was born on 2 October 1869 at Porbandar, Gujarat. President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries paid tributes at Rajghat, New Delhi.
• UN International Day of Non-Violence: The United Nations observes 2 October as the International Day of Non-Violence, established through UN General Assembly Resolution A/RES/61/271, adopted on 15 June 2007. The day seeks to disseminate the message of non-violence through education and public awareness and promotes a culture of peace, tolerance and understanding.
• Swachh Bharat Diwas and Swachhata Hi Seva 2026:
  • 2 October 2026 marks the 12th anniversary of the launch of the Swachh Bharat Mission on 2 October 2014.
  • Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026 was observed nationwide from 17 September to 2 October 2026.
  • The 2026 theme was “Swachhata Mein Sahbhag; Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat.”
• 122nd Birth Anniversary of Lal Bahadur Shastri:
  • India also observed the 122nd birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, born on 2 October 1904 at Mughalsarai, Uttar Pradesh.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Shastri at Vijay Ghat, New Delhi.
  • Shastri served as the second Prime Minister of India from June 1964 until his death in January 1966 and is associated with the slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan.”
  • He signed the Tashkent Declaration with Pakistan's President Ayub Khan on 10 January 1966.
  • He was awarded the Bharat Ratna posthumously in 1966, becoming the first posthumous recipient of the award.

Ministry of Panchayati Raj Launches People’s Plan Campaign 2026–27 “Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas”

• Nationwide Launch on Gandhi Jayanti: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched the People’s Plan Campaign (PPC) 2026–27, titled “Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas,” through Special Gram Sabhas on 2 October 2026. The campaign focuses on participatory and evidence-based Panchayat planning.
• Gram Sabha and Panchayat Planning: Special Gram Sabhas across the country are being used to discuss local needs, review implementation of government schemes and identify development priorities. Gram Panchayats will prepare their development plans for Financial Year 2027–28.
• Scale: More than 2.55 lakh Gram Panchayats prepare and upload their plans on the eGramSwaraj platform.
• Whole-of-Government Convergence: The Gram Sabha discussions include citizen-centric schemes and initiatives covering areas such as drinking water, sanitation, rural housing, livelihoods and other rural-development priorities. Importantly, as of 2026, rural employment is governed by the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) [VB-G RAM G] Act, 2025, which came into force on 1 July 2026, replacing MGNREGA and providing a statutory guarantee of 125 days of wage employment to eligible rural households.
• Localization of Sustainable Development Goals (LSDGs): Panchayat planning is aligned with nine LSDG themes:
  1. Poverty-Free and Enhanced Livelihoods Panchayat
  2. Healthy Panchayat
  3. Child-Friendly Panchayat
  4. Water-Sufficient Panchayat
  5. Clean and Green Panchayat
  6. Panchayat with Self-Sufficient Infrastructure
  7. Socially Just and Socially Secured Panchayat
  8. Panchayat with Good Governance
  9. Women-Friendly Panchayat.
• Digital Transformation and Spatial Planning:
  • eGramSwaraj supports Panchayat planning, budgeting, accounting, progress reporting and asset management.
  • AuditOnline provides online auditing of Panchayat accounts. Both applications operate under the broader e-Panchayat Mission Mode Project, but they should not be described simply as one integrated application.
  • The SVAMITVA Scheme uses drone-based surveys and GIS data to create accurate rural spatial information. Its GIS outputs can support better-quality Gram Panchayat Development Plans (GPDPs) through spatial planning tools such as Gram Manchitra.
  • The Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) measures Panchayat development across the nine LSDG themes and provides evidence for identifying development gaps and priorities.

Former TV Anchor Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma Crowned King of Uganda's Historic Tooro Kingdom

• Coronation in Fort Portal: Former television news anchor Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma, aged 56, was crowned the 13th King (Omukama) of Uganda's Tooro Kingdom on 29 September 2026. He adopted the regnal name Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I. The traditional enthronement ceremony took place at the Karuziika Royal Palace in Fort Portal. Uganda's President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni attended the ceremony.
• Succession Following King Oyo's Death: Edward Rukidi succeeded King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who died on 27 August 2026 at the age of 34 while receiving treatment in the United States. Oyo had become internationally known after ascending the Tooro throne at the age of 3 in 1995, following the death of his father, King Patrick Matthew Kaboyo Olimi III.
• Succession Dispute: Edward Rukidi was selected by a 21-member committee of the royal Babiito clan. His selection followed a succession dispute in which members of the late King's family, including his mother and sister, claimed that Oyo had left a young son who was named as heir in a will. The Babiito clan said it was not aware of such a child and proceeded with the traditional succession process. The competing claim should therefore be regarded as a disputed succession claim, rather than an established fact.
• Journalistic Background: Before becoming king, Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma worked as a television news anchor and editor at Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC). Former colleagues described him as a respected and humble media professional.
• Constitutional Status of Traditional Kingdoms: Uganda is a constitutional republic, while traditional or cultural institutions may exist under Article 246 of the 1995 Constitution. Traditional or cultural leaders do not exercise administrative, legislative or executive powers of the Government or local government. Uganda abolished its traditional kingdoms in 1967, and they were restored in 1993. The restored kingdoms therefore have cultural and traditional significance rather than sovereign governmental authority.

Captain Smit Machchhar to Receive ‘Vishisht Gujarat Garima Award’ and ₹25 Lakh for Courage During Flydubai Flight FZ1073 Incident

• State Honour Announced: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced that Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar will be honoured with the ‘Vishisht Gujarat Garima Award’ for his courage during the Flydubai Flight FZ1073 incident. The award carries a ₹25 lakh cash prize, according to reports citing Gujarat government sources.
• Mid-Air Emergency: On 30 September 2026, Captain Machchhar was the captain of Flydubai Flight FZ1073, travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, when a violent cockpit altercation occurred. The captain was seriously injured after being attacked by the co-pilot. Despite his injuries, he managed to open the cockpit door, allowing people outside the cockpit to intervene and helping prevent a potentially catastrophic outcome.
• Flight Details: Flight FZ1073 was operated by a Boeing 737 MAX 8 from Dubai International Airport to Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv. The aircraft was carrying 174 passengers and 8 crew members, for a total of 182 people.
• Aircraft Descent and Emergency Landing: During the incident, the aircraft experienced a severe loss of altitude. Reports based on flight data indicate a descent of approximately 14,000 feet in less than 30 seconds. The aircraft subsequently made an emergency landing at Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, at approximately 9:45 a.m. local time.
• Passengers and Other Pilots Intervened: After Captain Machchhar opened the cockpit door, passengers and crew members intervened to restrain the attacker. Two off-duty pilots who were travelling as passengers subsequently assisted in stabilising and landing the aircraft. The aircraft landed safely in Tabuk.
• Investigation: Saudi and UAE authorities conducted an initial investigation. Saudi authorities stated that preliminary findings indicated that the co-pilot assaulted the captain, leaving both pilots injured. The exact motive and circumstances remain subject to investigation and should not be presented as definitively established.
• Captain Machchhar's Career: Machchhar joined SpiceJet in June 2011 and worked there for more than 11 years, serving as a senior commander and later as a line training captain. He joined flydubai as a direct-entry captain in June 2022. His professional profile lists approximately 9,750 hours of Boeing 737 flying experience.
• Recovery: After receiving medical treatment in Saudi Arabia, Captain Machchhar and the co-pilot were transferred to Abu Dhabi on 1 October after their conditions improved and they were medically cleared to travel. As of 2 October, Machchhar remained under medical care.
• Prime Minister's Recognition: Prime Minister Narendra Modi publicly praised Captain Machchhar's courage and said his actions helped save lives and avert a major tragedy. On 2 October, Modi also spoke with Machchhar by video call while he was recovering in hospital.

Pakistan Assumes SCO Chairmanship for 2026–27; to Host 2027 SCO Council of Heads of State Summit in Islamabad

• Rotating SCO Chairmanship: Pakistan formally assumed the Chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) for 2026–27 following the SCO Council of Heads of State meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on 31 August–1 September 2026. The chairmanship was transferred from Kyrgyzstan to Pakistan.
• Host of 2027 SCO Council of Heads of State Summit: Pakistan will host the next SCO Council of Heads of State (CHS) meeting in Islamabad in August 2027. The exact date was not specified in the official sources checked.
• Chairmanship Theme: Pakistan's official theme for its SCO chairmanship is “Turning Vision into Action: Connectivity, Innovation and Shared Prosperity.” Pakistan has identified connectivity, innovation, economic cooperation and people-to-people contacts among its priorities.
• SCO Membership: The SCO currently has 10 full members: China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, India, Pakistan, Iran and Belarus. India and Pakistan joined in 2017, Iran became a full member in 2023, and Belarus became a full member in 2024.
• 2027 Summit Preparations: Under Pakistan's chairmanship, meetings and preparations for the 2027 CHS summit are already underway. The first meeting of the SCO Council of National Coordinators under Pakistan's chairmanship was held in Islamabad from 28–30 September 2026.

Indian Army Conducts Exercise ‘Jai Se Vijay’ on NH-911 in Rajasthan to Demonstrate Highway-Based Military Aviation Capability

• Highway Aviation Exercise: The Indian Army's Sapta Shakti Command (South Western Command) conducted Exercise ‘Jai Se Vijay’ on 29 September 2026 near Dantour in Rajasthan's Bikaner district, close to the India–Pakistan International Border. A designated stretch of National Highway-911 (NH-911) was temporarily used as a military operating surface for helicopter landing and take-off drills.
• Exercise Theme: The exercise was conducted under the theme “Mission Ready, Future Ready”, highlighting the Army's emphasis on operational preparedness, mobility and adaptability in the western border sector.
• Helicopters Participating: The exercise involved helicopters of the Army Aviation Corps, including:
  • Rudra — the armed/weaponised version of the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH).
  • Dhruv — India's indigenous Advanced Light Helicopter.
  • Chetak — the Indian licence-built version of the Aérospatiale Alouette III.
  The helicopters carried out precision landing and take-off drills on the highway.
• Operational Significance: The exercise demonstrated the Army's ability to use suitable sections of existing road infrastructure as temporary or alternative helicopter operating locations when conventional airfields, helipads or other aviation facilities are unavailable or restricted. Such capability supports military mobility, troop movement, logistics, surveillance and other operational requirements.
• Strategic Location: The use of NH-911 near Dantour demonstrated the potential military utility of dual-use civilian infrastructure in a strategically sensitive border region. The exercise also occurred during the period marking the 10th anniversary of the 2016 surgical strikes.

Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027: University of Oxford Retains World No. 1 Position for 11th Consecutive Year

• Rankings Released: The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027 were released on 30 September 2026. The 2027 edition covers 2,297 universities across 118 countries and territories.
• Oxford Retains No. 1: The University of Oxford, United Kingdom, retained the world's No. 1 position for a record 11th consecutive year.
• Global Top 5:
  • 1st: University of Oxford — United Kingdom
  • 2nd: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) — United States
  • =3rd: Princeton University — United States
  • =3rd: Stanford University — United States
  • 5th: University of Cambridge — United Kingdom.
• Subsequent Top Positions: Harvard University ranked 6th, followed by California Institute of Technology (Caltech) at 7th and Imperial College London at 8th. The University of California, Berkeley and Yale University shared joint 9th place.
• Scale of the Ranking: THE's official 2027 edition states that 2,297 institutions from 118 countries and territories were included.
• India's Performance: India had 170 institutions represented in the 2027 THE World University Rankings. The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, was India's highest-ranked institution at joint 254th globally (=254).
• Other Leading Indian Institutions: Among the next-highest Indian institutions were Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (326–350), Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences (451–500), and institutions including Jamia Millia Islamia, KIIT University and Lovely Professional University (501–550).

Muthanga in Wayanad in News Over the 2026 Verdict in the 2003 Adivasi Land Agitation

• Why Muthanga Was in the News: The Muthanga Adivasi land agitation again attracted national attention in late September 2026 following the 31 July 2026 verdict of the Principal Sessions Court, Wayanad, and subsequent proceedings before the Kerala High Court. The issue was again discussed prominently in national commentary on 30 September 2026.
• Background of the Agitation: The Adivasi Gothra Maha Sabha (AGMS), associated with tribal leaders C. K. Janu and M. Geethanandan, began an occupation of land in the Muthanga area of Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary in January 2003. The movement sought implementation of promises relating to land for landless Adivasi families.
• Police Action and Deaths: On 19 February 2003, police conducted an operation to evict the protesters. Police constable Vinod and an Adivasi man identified as Jogi died during the confrontation, while several people were injured.
• 2026 Court Verdict: On 31 July 2026, the Principal Sessions Court in Wayanad delivered its long-awaited verdict in the Muthanga case. Reports state that 56 accused were acquitted, while four leaders were convicted in relation to conspiracy, and an accused identified as Ashokan, who had died, was held responsible in relation to Vinod's death.
• Kerala High Court Development: On 21 August 2026, the Kerala High Court suspended the sentences and granted bail pending appeal to those convicted.
• Important Legal Context: The Forest Rights Act, 2006 was enacted three years after the Muthanga agitation. It recognises individual and community forest rights of eligible Scheduled Tribes and other traditional forest dwellers. The nodal ministry for implementation of the FRA is the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, not the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
• Correct Geographic Terminology: Muthanga is an area/range within the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary; it is not the formal name of the entire sanctuary. The official name is Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary.

Shubman Gill Smashes Fastest-Ever ODI Double Century in 117 Balls; Shree Charani Sets All-Time ICC Women's T20I Bowling Rating Record

• World Record ODI Double Century: Indian captain Shubman Gill created history on 30 September 2026 in the 2nd ODI against the West Indies at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, by scoring the fastest double century in men's ODI cricket. Gill reached 200 in only 117 balls, breaking the previous record of 126 balls, held by India's Ishan Kishan, who achieved the feat against Bangladesh in Chattogram in December 2022.
• Record-Breaking Innings: Gill remained unbeaten on 223 runs from 133 balls, including 26 fours and 8 sixes. India successfully chased the West Indies' 405/7 and reached 406/2, winning by 8 wickets with 39 balls remaining. Gill also became the first batter to score an ODI double century in a successful chase at this level and recorded the highest individual score in a successful ODI run chase.
• Opening Partnership: Gill shared a 255-run opening partnership with Rohit Sharma, who scored 101. Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad then helped complete India's successful chase. The West Indies' 405/7 was their first-ever 400-plus ODI total.
• Multiple ODI Double Centuries: Gill's 223* was his second ODI double century, following his 208 against New Zealand in Hyderabad in January 2023. He therefore became only the second Indian batter after Rohit Sharma to score more than one men's ODI double century. Rohit remains the only batter with three ODI double centuries.
• Fastest ODI Double Century: Gill's 117-ball double century is the fastest in men's ODI history, ahead of Ishan Kishan (126 balls) and Glenn Maxwell (128 balls).
• Shree Charani's Historic ICC Milestone: India's left-arm spinner Shree Charani set a new all-time record in the ICC Women's T20I Bowling Rankings in the rankings update published on 29 September 2026. She reached a career-high 817 rating points while retaining the World No. 1 position.
• All-Time Rating Record: Charani's 817 points surpassed the previous record of 806 points, achieved by Australia's Megan Schutt in November 2018. Thus, 817 is the highest rating ever recorded by a bowler in the ICC Women's T20I rankings.
• First Indian Bowler Above 800 Points: Charani became the first Indian bowler to cross the 800-point mark in the ICC Women's T20I bowling rankings. The previous Indian high was below 800; Deepti Sharma's earlier career-best was 759, while Radha Yadav had reached 770.
• Performances Behind the Record: Charani's record followed outstanding performances in India's 2026 Women's Asia Cup and Asian Games campaigns. She took 12 wickets in the Women's Asia Cup, including 4/20 in the final against Sri Lanka, and then took 8 wickets in the Asian Games, including 4/10 against Japan and 2/13 against Sri Lanka in the gold-medal match. India won both tournaments.

Indian Sailing Duo Prince Kurisinkal Noble and Manu Francis Win Historic Silver in Men's Skiff (49er) at 20th Asian Games

• Historic Sailing Silver: Indian sailors Prince Kurisinkal Noble and Manu Francis won the silver medal in the men's skiff (49er) event at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 on 1 October 2026. The medal was India's first sailing medal at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.
• Venue: The event was held at Kaiyoh Yacht Harbor in Gamagori, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The Indian pair finished the nine-race competition with 23 net points.
• Final Standings: China's Wen Zaiding and Liu Tian won gold with 16 net points, while India's Prince Noble and Manu Francis took silver with 23 points. Hong Kong, China, represented by Akira Luke Sakai and Russel Aylsworth, won bronze with 24 points.
• Race Performance: The Indian pair won Race 3 and finished second in Races 1, 5 and 9. Their final net score of 23 included a discarded sixth-place result from Race 8 under the low-point scoring system.
• Historic Significance: The silver was India's first sailing medal of the Aichi-Nagoya Games and India's first Asian Games silver in the men's skiff event. India had previously won a bronze in the men's 49er at the 2018 Asian Games through Varun Thakkar and K. C. Ganapathy.
• Athletes' Background: Prince Noble and Manu Francis are cousins and childhood friends from the Kochi/Ernakulam region of Kerala. Both are members of the Indian Army and have trained at the Army Yachting Node in Mumbai. Their sailing journey began at a young age around Cherai/Kochi.
• Asian Games Debut: The Aichi-Nagoya Games were their first Asian Games appearance. Their silver represented a major improvement over their previous international results in the 49er class.

One-Line Bullet Points for Daily Current Affairs — 02 October 2026

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  UPSC Centenary (1926–2026): On 1 October 2026, the Union Public Service Commission completed 100 years of service (1926–2026); PM Narendra Modi addressed the two-day centenary programme “Shatabdi Samaroh – Manthan” at Bharat Mandapam, releasing a commemorative coin, stamp, and the book “100 Landmark Judgements – Shaping the Policies of UPSC and Public Service Commissions in India”.
• 2
  157th Gandhi Jayanti & Non-Violence Day: India observed the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi (UN International Day of Non-Violence) and the 122nd birth anniversary of Lal Bahadur Shastri on 2 October 2026; Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 culminated nationwide under the theme “Swachhata Mein Sahbhag; Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat.”
• 3
  People’s Plan Campaign 2026–27: Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched “Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas” through Special Gram Sabhas across 2.55+ lakh Gram Panchayats on 2 October for GPDPs (FY 2027–28), converging schemes under the VB-G RAM G Act, 2025 providing a statutory guarantee of 125 days wage employment.
• 4
  King of Tooro Kingdom (Uganda): Former UBC television news anchor and editor Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma (56) was crowned the 13th King (Omukama) of Uganda's Tooro Kingdom as King Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I at Karuziika Palace in Fort Portal, attended by President Yoweri Museveni.
• 5
  Hero Pilot Smit Machchhar Conferred Gujarat Garima Award: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel announced the ‘Vishisht Gujarat Garima Award’ and a ₹25 Lakh cash prize for heroic pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for opening the cockpit door during a mid-air assault on Flydubai FZ1073 (Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 182 people: 174 passengers + 8 crew), saving all on board.
• 6
  Pakistan Assumes SCO Chairmanship (2026–27): Pakistan formally took over SCO leadership from Kyrgyzstan following the Bishkek summit and will host the SCO Council of Heads of State Summit in Islamabad in August 2027 under the theme “Turning Vision into Action: Connectivity, Innovation and Shared Prosperity.” (Current SCO Secretary-General: Nurlan Yermekbayev).
• 7
  Exercise ‘Jai Se Vijay’ on NH-911: Indian Army’s Sapta Shakti Command conducted helicopter landing and take-off drills with Rudra, Dhruv, and Chetak on NH-911 near Dantour in Bikaner, Rajasthan (29 Sept 2026), under the theme “Mission Ready, Future Ready”.
• 8
  THE World University Rankings 2027: University of Oxford (UK) retained World No. 1 for the 11th consecutive year across 2,297 universities in 118 nations; IISc Bengaluru ranked joint 254th globally (=254) as India's top institution among 170 ranked Indian universities.
• 9
  Muthanga Land Agitation Verdict: Wayanad's Muthanga was in the news following the 31 July 2026 Sessions Court verdict and Kerala High Court bail order in the historic 2003 AGMS Adivasi land agitation; Kerala Governor updated to Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar (sworn in Jan 2025).
• 10
  Shubman Gill & Shree Charani World Records: Shubman Gill smashed the fastest men’s ODI double century in 117 balls (223* off 133) in India's 406-run chase against West Indies in Guwahati; while spinner Shree Charani attained an all-time record 817 rating points as World No. 1 in ICC Women's T20I Bowling Rankings. (ICC CEO: Sanjog Gupta; BCCI President: Mithun Manhas).
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  Asian Games 2026 Sailing Silver: Indian Army sailors Prince Kurisinkal Noble and Manu Francis won India's first-ever Asian Games silver in Men's Skiff (49er) at Gamagori, Japan, with 23 net points (Asian Games slogan: “IMAGINE ONE ASIA”; mascot: HONOHON).