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7 November 2026 Current Affairs

12 stories that matter for your exam, then a 10-question quiz.

By Thervu Editorial Teamதமிழில் படிக்க

Tamil Nadu

1. TN govt allocates ₹2,000 crore for Vetri Laptop Scheme for 2026-27

The Tamil Nadu government has allocated ₹2,000 crore for the Vetri Laptop Scheme in the financial year 2026-27 to improve the technological skills of college students. The scheme covers undergraduate and diploma students, including undergraduates up to the second year of study. A high-level steering committee headed by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will monitor its implementation.

Why it matters for exams: This is frequently tested under Tamil Nadu state schemes and budget allocations in TNPSC General Studies, particularly in the area of technology and higher education initiatives.

Source: dtnext.in

2. Tamil Nadu extends crop loan waiver up to ₹75,000 to all eligible farmers

The Tamil Nadu government has extended its crop loan waiver of up to ₹75,000 to every eligible farmer who borrowed from cooperative societies. The waiver covers loans taken between May 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026, irrespective of the loan amount. The revised scheme is expected to benefit around 13.25 lakh farmers.

Why it matters for exams: This is tested under state agriculture schemes and cooperative banking in TNPSC, covering the features of crop loan waivers and beneficiary numbers.

Source: dtnext.in

3. TVK govt discontinues Justice Kurian Joseph panel on Union-State relations

The TVK-led Tamil Nadu government has discontinued the High-Level Committee on Union-State Relations, which was headed by retired Supreme Court judge Justice Kurian Joseph. The committee was still working on the second part of its report. The second part of the report was due by May 31, 2027.

Why it matters for exams: This is frequently tested in Polity under Centre-State relations, covering committees and commissions on federalism and their heads.

Source: dtnext.in

4. Tamil Nadu CM urges PM to halt Mekedatu clearances without consent of Cauvery basin states

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi asking that no clearances be granted for Karnataka's Mekedatu dam without the consent of co-basin states. He cited a Supreme Court order dated February 16, 2018 in support of his request. The proposed Mekedatu reservoir across the Cauvery has a capacity of 67.16 TMC, and the Chief Minister warned that it could reduce flows to Tamil Nadu and affect monthly deliveries.

Why it matters for exams: Mekedatu, the Cauvery water dispute and the role of the Supreme Court and Union ministries fall under the Indian Polity and Inter-State River Water Disputes topics of TNPSC and UPSC.

Source: thenewsmill.com

5. Tamil Nadu forms special committee to inspect government libraries amid Periyar Arivulagam book row

The Tamil Nadu government has announced a special committee to inspect other government libraries across the state. The controversy concerns book procurement for Coimbatore's Periyar Arivulagam. School Education Minister A Rajmohan accused the previous DMK regime of an AI-generated book scam, and the government has sought a DVAC probe into the procurement. The TVK government has also produced purchase orders dated 14 and 26 February 2026 in connection with the matter.

Why it matters for exams: State government institutions, anti-corruption bodies such as the DVAC and the functions of public libraries are frequently tested under Tamil Nadu current affairs and governance topics.

Source: dtnext.in

India

6. Price cuts on 137 anti-cancer drugs under NPPA 30% trade margin cap

Revised maximum retail prices for 137 non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs are being implemented after a trade margin cap was notified in the Gazette. The cap limits trade margins on these medicines to 30% of MRP, and was notified under Paragraph 19 of the Drug Price Control Order (DPCO), 2013. The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers said the cuts are expected to save patients about ₹3,502.31 crore a year. Around 600 brands have already cut their prices by more than 50%.

Why it matters for exams: Drug price regulation under DPCO 2013, the NPPA's role and the ministries governing pharmaceuticals are key topics in Indian Polity, Economy and Health for TNPSC and UPSC.

Source: ehealth.eletsonline.com

7. Delhi HC orders removal of six URLs with AI-generated posts targeting CM Rekha Gupta

The Delhi High Court on November 6, 2026 directed the removal of six social media URLs carrying AI-generated videos, images and posts about Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. Justice Manoj Jain passed the ex-parte interim order, as the defendants had not appeared, while hearing Gupta's defamation suit against the Aam Aadmi Party and others. The court observed that political criticism and satire cannot be used to undermine an individual's dignity.

Why it matters for exams: High Court orders on defamation and AI-generated content are tested under Polity and Current Affairs, especially on the judges, courts, parties and legal principles involved.

Source: nationpathindia.com

8. Delhi HC grants regular bail to two doctors in ₹842 crore DGHS procurement case

On November 6, 2026, the Delhi High Court granted regular bail to former DGHS Director General Dr Vatsala Aggarwal and former CPA Head of Office Dr Vinod Kumar Ranga in the ₹842 crore DGHS procurement case. Justice Sachin Datta held that pre-trial detention cannot be used to compel an accused to produce documents. The charge-sheet had already been filed and the court had taken cognisance of the case.

Why it matters for exams: Bail principles, pre-trial detention and procurement-related corruption cases are frequently tested under Polity and Governance, especially on the rights of accused persons.

Source: lawchakra.in

9. Rajnath Singh reviews operational preparedness of Trishakti Corps at Sukna

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed the operational preparedness of the Trishakti Corps at Sukna in West Bengal on November 7, 2026. Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth was present during the review, where Singh was briefed on infrastructure development along the Line of Actual Control. Singh described Sukna as a vital link in the security architecture of Eastern India.

Why it matters for exams: Questions on defence formations, border infrastructure and the LAC are common in Current Affairs and Geography, testing places, boundaries and officials.

Source: pib.gov.in

Economy

10. EU producer prices for energy and total industry rise in September 2026

The EU27 energy domestic producer price index stood at 179.2 in September 2026, on a 2021=100 base, after rising 7.7% month-over-month. The EU total industry excluding construction index stood at 139.4 for the same month. Total industry producer prices rose 2.6% month-over-month and 10.9% year-over-year.

Why it matters for exams: Economy current affairs questions frequently test price index base years, index values, and the difference between month-on-month and year-on-year changes.

Source: indexbox.io

Sports

11. Tirthank Pegu wins bronze at Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, first Indian male swimmer to win a medal

Assam swimmer Tirthank Pegu won a bronze medal at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games held in Senegal. He won the medal on November 7, 2026. He became the first Indian male swimmer to win a medal at the Youth Olympic Games.

Why it matters for exams: Sports current affairs questions often test Indian medallists, their home states, and host cities of major multi-sport events such as the Youth Olympic Games.

Source: indiatodayne.in

12. Ankushita Boro wins gold at 46th International Tammer Boxing Tournament

Assam boxer Ankushita Boro won the gold medal at the 46th International Tammer Boxing Tournament. She won in the Women's 65 kg category. On November 7, she was felicitated in Guwahati by the Assam Amateur Boxing Association.

Why it matters for exams: Current affairs questions on sports often test weight categories, state boxing bodies, and the cities where athletes are felicitated.

Source: reutersconnect.com

Current affairs quiz: 7 November 2026

10 questions from this day's news. Tap an answer to check it.

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  1. 1. Which scheme has the Tamil Nadu government allocated ₹2,000 crore for in 2026-27 to improve the technological skills of college students?

  2. 2. What is the maximum crop loan waiver per eligible farmer under the extended Tamil Nadu scheme?

  3. 3. Which retired Supreme Court judge headed the High-Level Committee on Union-State Relations that the Tamil Nadu government has discontinued?

  4. 4. The proposed Mekedatu reservoir is planned across which river?

  5. 5. Which minister alleged an AI-generated book scam under the previous DMK government in connection with the Periyar Arivulagam procurement?

  6. 6. Under which order was the trade margin cap on anti-cancer drugs notified in the Gazette?

  7. 7. Which judge passed the ex-parte interim order directing removal of six social media URLs targeting Delhi's Chief Minister?

  8. 8. Which judge of the Delhi High Court granted regular bail to Dr Vatsala Aggarwal and Dr Vinod Kumar Ranga in the DGHS procurement case?

  9. 9. At which place in West Bengal was the operational preparedness of the Trishakti Corps reviewed by the Defence Minister?

  10. 10. In which city was the 2026 Youth Olympic Games held, where Tirthank Pegu won a bronze medal?