Get your daily dose of Current Affairs 28 October 2026. Key updates on the Lumina simulation, Earth Shot Prize in Mumbai, India-Mexico PTA, and Cyclone Arnab.
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs will observe Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada nationwide from November 1 to 15, 2026. The fortnight will culminate in Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas on November 15, the birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda. The Government of India designated November 15 as Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas in 2021 to honour tribal heroes and their contributions.
Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 is being observed across India from October 26 to November 1. The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) has announced the theme “Probity for Prosperity” (सत्यनिष्ठा से समृद्धि). The observance began at 11:00 am on October 26, when public servants took the Integrity Pledge in government departments, public sector enterprises and banks.
The 14th International Tourism Mart will be held in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, from 29 to 31 October 2026. The event is co-organised by the Union Tourism Ministry and the Government of Arunachal Pradesh, and it will bring together domestic stakeholders, tour operators, and influencers from 27 countries.
International Coffee Day is observed on 1 October every year, and the 12th edition falls on 1 October 2026. The United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution A/RES/80/248 on 10 March 2026 and formally designated 1 October as International Coffee Day.
Karnataka declared September 15 as Engineers’ Day in 2026 and made the annual observance an official state event. The State government also allowed engineers to use the prefix “Er.” before their names, on the pattern of “Tr.” for teachers.
