Daily Current Affairs – 7 October 2026
Important National, International, Science, Economy, Sports and Education updates for students and competitive-exam preparation.
🌍 Today’s Current Affairs
Stay updated with the most important events from India and around the world. Read the key facts, understand why they matter, and test yourself with the interactive quiz at the end.
🇮🇳 NATIONAL AFFAIRS
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Appointed Next Chief of the Air Staff
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been appointed as the next Chief of the Air Staff. He is scheduled to assume office on 31 October 2026 following the retirement of Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh.
India Launches Indigenous Fleet Support Ship ‘Surya’
India’s first indigenous Fleet Support Ship, named Surya, was launched at Hindustan Shipyard Limited in Visakhapatnam. The development highlights India’s growing indigenous naval capability.
₹10,000 Crore SME Growth Fund Approved
The Union Cabinet approved a Government commitment of ₹10,000 crore towards establishing the SME Growth Fund. The fund is intended to provide growth-oriented equity capital to promising small and medium enterprises.
Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority Approved
The Union Cabinet approved the setting up of an Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority (ITLA) to improve coordination, planning, appraisal, monitoring and impact assessment across India’s transport and logistics sectors.
India and Switzerland Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
India and Switzerland are strengthening cooperation in trade, investment, mobility, science, technology and innovation. Cooperation concerning migration, mobility and young professionals has also been highlighted.
🌎 INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
Swiss President Guy Parmelin Visits India
Swiss President Guy Parmelin visited India as both countries discussed strengthening cooperation in trade, investment, education, research, innovation, mobility and technology.
West Asia Remains a Major International Focus
Developments in West Asia continue to remain an important international issue, with humanitarian concerns, civilian protection and regional security receiving global attention.
🔬 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Francis Halzen Wins Nobel Prize in Physics
Belgian-American physicist Francis Halzen has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for contributions connected with the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and the discovery of high-energy neutrinos of astrophysical origin.
Neutrinos Help Scientists Study the Universe
High-energy neutrinos can provide information about powerful cosmic phenomena and help scientists study distant and energetic processes in the universe.
💰 ECONOMY & BUSINESS
SME Growth Fund to Support Growing Businesses
The ₹10,000-crore SME Growth Fund is aimed at supporting growth-oriented small and medium enterprises and helping promising businesses expand.
India–Switzerland Cooperation Creates New Opportunities
Bilateral cooperation with Switzerland covers areas including trade, investment, education, research, innovation, technology and mobility.
🏆 SPORTS
Smriti Mandhana Appointed India’s Women’s Cricket Captain
Smriti Mandhana has been appointed the new captain of India’s women’s cricket team after Harmanpreet Kaur stepped down from captaincy across formats. Harmanpreet will continue to play for India.
India–West Indies T20I Series
India’s women’s cricket team is involved in international cricket action against the West Indies during October 2026.
🎓 EDUCATION & EXAM UPDATES
CBSE Directs Schools to Screen Inclusive Education Module
CBSE has directed affiliated schools to organise a 30-minute sensitisation module on Inclusive Education for Children with Special Needs (CwSN) for teaching and non-teaching staff on 7 October 2026.
India and Switzerland Deepen Cooperation
India and Switzerland have highlighted cooperation in trade, investment, mobility, science, technology and innovation, including opportunities involving young professionals.
📌 TODAY’S QUICK REVISION
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit
Francis Halzen
IceCube Neutrino Observatory
₹10,000 crore
Surya
Smriti Mandhana
🧠 Test Your Knowledge
Answer all 5 questions and check your score.
Who has been appointed as the next Chief of the Air Staff of India?
What is the amount committed by the Government of India towards the SME Growth Fund?
Who won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for contributions connected with the IceCube Neutrino Observatory?
What is the name of India’s first indigenous Fleet Support Ship?
Who has been appointed the new captain of India’s women’s cricket team?
💡 THOUGHT OF THE DAY
“Small steps taken consistently can lead to remarkable achievements.”
📚 SOURCES
Press Information Bureau (PIB) • CBSE • Ministry of Defence • Nobel Prize / Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences • reliable national and international news reports