Current Affairs · 11 October 2026
TNPSC current affairs published on 11 October 2026.
2026 Chemistry Nobel: Kagan and Soai’s work on chirality and enantiomer purity
The 2026 Chemistry Nobel recognised Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai for methods to amplify molecular handedness and produce high-purity pharmaceutical compounds.
Uttarkashi earthquake of 4.2 magnitude: NCS epicentre, depth 11 km, and second tremor in Uttarakhand in 4 days
A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck Uttarkashi on October 10, 2026, with the epicentre 2 km northwest of the town.
NIA probe into FlyDubai hijack attempt: Indian pilot Smit Machchar, 180 passengers, and UAPA/Anti-Hijacking Act provisions
NIA has registered a case over the September 30, 2026 FlyDubai hijack attempt involving Indian pilot Smit Machchar and 180 passengers.
High Court orders Southern Railway chief engineer to appear over removal of Prosopis juliflora in Tamil Nadu
The Madras High Court directed the Southern Railway chief engineer to appear over a missing report on removal of Prosopis juliflora from railway lands in Tamil Nadu.
Andhra Pradesh accepts Dedicated Commission report on BC reservation under Supreme Court triple test
Andhra Pradesh accepted Rajeev Ranjan Mishra-led Commission recommendations on BC reservation, citing the Supreme Court triple test and the 50% ceiling in local bodies.
Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh airport attack highlights Yemen conflict and Houthi strikes
Houthi-linked attacks on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport intensified amid the Saudi-led coalition’s military campaign in Yemen.
Kilambakkam special buses planned for Ayudha Pooja and Deepavali 2026 holiday rush
Officials held a meeting at Kilambakkam to plan special buses, temporary bus stands and passenger amenities for the 2026 Ayudha Pooja and Deepavali holidays.