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Current Affairs 29 October 2026The stories that matter for your exam, most important first

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#1Economy
3 questions · 3 min

NPPA Cuts Prices of 543 Cancer Drugs: 73% Reduced, MRP Cap of 30% Trade Margin Effective from 9 November

The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has revised the Maximum Retail Prices (MRP) for 543 cancer drug brands/packs. 73% of these (397 drugs) have seen price reductions, with 217 slashed by over 50%. This follows a government order capping the trade margin for 137 anti-cancer drugs at 30% of MRP. The new prices come into effect from 9 November 2026.

Full form of NPPA: National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority

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Dainik Bhaskar
#3International Relations
4 questions · 3 min

India-Poland Strategic Partnership: Bilateral Trade Target $10 Bn, Shift from China Amid EU De-risking

Poland is strengthening its strategic partnership with India, aiming to raise bilateral trade from $6 billion to $10 billion. This rebalancing occurs against the backdrop of Poland and the European Union's strategic de-risking from China due to trade imbalances, security concerns, and China's support for Russia. The shift signifies a broader geopolitical realignment where India is emerging as a key partner for European nations seeking to diversify supply chains and reduce dependency on China.

Current India-Poland Trade: $6 billion

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The Hindu
#4BiharEnvironment
4 questions · 3 min

Bihar Flood Management: ₹1.99 Cr Study for Kosi, Gandak, Sone Plains; ₹11,096 Cr for LT Power Upgrade

The Bihar Cabinet approved multiple development and safety projects, including a ₹1.99 crore flood plain mapping study for the Kosi, Gandak, and Sone rivers with NIH Roorkee, and a ₹11,096.55 crore upgrade to the state's low-tension power distribution system. Other key decisions involve dam safety assessments and land allocation for industrial revival.

Full form of WRD: Water Resources Department (Bihar)

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The Hindu
#5PunjabSocial Issues
4 questions · 4 min

Punjab's Drug Crisis: 6,060 Trafficking Cases in 2024, 553-km Border Vulnerability and Yudh Nasheyan Virudh Campaign

Punjab's persistent drug crisis, with 6,060 trafficking cases in 2024, is rooted in historical usage, geographical vulnerability, and economic factors. The state's 553-km border with Pakistan and the Golden Crescent region facilitates smuggling, while the AAP government's Yudh Nasheyan Virudh campaign targets traffickers' finances.

Drug Trafficking Cases (Punjab, 2024): 6,060 (Highest in India)

Indian Express
#6International Relations
4 questions · 3 min

India-New Zealand FTA: Duty-Free Access, 5,000 Professional Visas & $20 Billion FDI Target Over 15 Years

The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), now in force, aims to double bilateral trade by 2030 by providing duty-free market access, addressing regulatory barriers, and facilitating professional mobility. Key features include a quota of 5,000 professional visas and a target of $20 billion in FDI from New Zealand over 15 years.

Full form of FTA: Free Trade Agreement

The Hindu

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