1 November 2026 Current Affairs: Key News and 8 MCQs
1 November 2026 Current Affairs: Key News and 8 MCQs
This edition covers five selected developments in defence, aviation, security and energy, based on official information issued on 1 November 2026. It is an exam-focused selection, not an exhaustive news record.
1. Ashutosh Dixit takes charge as Air Chief
Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed charge as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff on 1 November. His opening vision is called VAYU.
Remember: Remember the name, appointment and vision together.
Context: Chief of the Air Staff heads the Indian Air Force.
2. Digi Yatra trials for international passengers
Trials began at seven airports for eligible Indian e-passport holders on selected Air India and IndiGo international flights. The trial window is November–December 2026.
Remember: This is a trial, not an unrestricted nationwide rollout.
Context: Digi Yatra concerns passenger processing at airports.
3. CISF shifts to functional sectors
From 1 November, CISF reorganised supervision around installation types rather than territorial boundaries.
Remember: The Coal Sector is based in Ranchi; the Steel Sector is in Bhilai.
Context: CISF stands for Central Industrial Security Force.
4. Renewable-energy summit announced for 2 November
A 1 November announcement scheduled Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo for 2–5 November at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Remember: Theme: Invest. Innovate. Inspire. On the article date, inauguration was still scheduled.
Context: Renewable energy is replenished by natural processes.
5. IAF display at Chhattisgarh Rajyotsava
An aerial display took place over Sendh Lake, Nava Raipur Atal Nagar, on 1 November.
Remember: Akash Ganga demonstrated skydiving; Sarang participated as a helicopter display team.
Context: Distinguish a team’s role from its aircraft or venue.
Practice: 8 questions
Choose an option before opening the answer.
1. Who became the 29th Chief of the Air Staff?
- Ashutosh Dixit
- A. P. Singh
- V. R. Chaudhari
- R. K. S. Bhadauria
Show answer and reason
A. Ashutosh Dixit The appointment took effect on 1 November 2026.
2. What is the new Air Chief’s guiding vision called?
- AGNI
- VAYU
- TEJAS
- SHAKTI
Show answer and reason
B. VAYU VAYU was outlined in his opening address.
3. How many airports joined the international Digi Yatra trials?
- Four
- Five
- Seven
- Nine
Show answer and reason
C. Seven The announcement describes a limited trial.
4. Which passengers are eligible in the announced trial?
- All foreign tourists
- All domestic travellers
- Only airline staff
- Eligible Indian e-passport holders
Show answer and reason
D. Eligible Indian e-passport holders Eligibility also depends on the selected international flight.
5. Where is the CISF Coal Sector based?
- Ranchi
- Bhilai
- Chennai
- Mumbai
Show answer and reason
A. Ranchi Bhilai is associated with the Steel Sector.
6. Where was Bharat RE Summit 2026 scheduled?
- Hyderabad
- New Delhi
- Jaipur
- Patna
Show answer and reason
B. New Delhi The announced venue was Bharat Mandapam.
7. Which dates were announced for the summit?
- 1–4 November
- 3–6 November
- 2–5 November
- 5–8 November
Show answer and reason
C. 2–5 November The announcement preceded the scheduled opening.
8. Which team demonstrated skydiving at Chhattisgarh Rajyotsava?
- Sarang
- Surya Kiran
- Sagar Pawan
- Akash Ganga
Show answer and reason
D. Akash Ganga Sarang’s role was helicopter display.
Quick revision
- Ashutosh Dixit takes charge as Air Chief
- Digi Yatra trials for international passengers
- CISF shifts to functional sectors
- Renewable-energy summit announced for 2 November
- IAF display at Chhattisgarh Rajyotsava
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