Last 6 Months Current Affairs 2026 October - March 2026 By Raja Gupta Sir

The last six months, from October 2025 to March 2026, witnessed several significant national and international events that shaped politics, sports, science, and culture. From major leadership changes in Iran and Bangladesh to India’s historic victories in sports like the ICC T20 World Cup and the Ranji Trophy, this period was full of impactful developments. 

Key appointments, military exercises, landmark judicial decisions, and prestigious awards such as the Jnanpith, Sahitya Akademi, and Padma Awards also marked this period. This compilation provides aspirants with a concise yet comprehensive overview of the most relevant events for competitive exams and general awareness.

Last 6 Months Current Affairs 2026 October

Below is the Last 6 Months Current Affairs 2026 (October 2025 – March 2026), highlighting the most important national and international events. This compilation covers political developments, major sports victories, key appointments, judicial decisions, environmental milestones, cultural awards, and global summits, providing a clear overview of significant happenings for competitive exam preparation.

Iran's Supreme Leader Dies in Israel-US Attack

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader since 1989 and approximately 86 years old, died on February 28, 2026, in an attack by Israel and America. This event occurred in Iran's capital, Tehran, and was confirmed by both Iran's state media and the White House. The attack took place amid concerns regarding Iran's promotion of Islam and restrictions on women.

ICC T20 World Cup 2026

India emerged as the winner of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, defeating New Zealand by 96 runs. This marked India's third T20 World Cup victory (2007, 2024, and 2026). The final was held at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.

• Prize Money:

• Winner (India): ₹27.48 crore

• Runner-up (New Zealand): ₹14.45 crore

• Individual Awards:

• Player of the Tournament: Sanju Samson

• Player of the Final: Jasprit Bumrah

• Most Runs: Sahibzada Farhan (Pakistan)

• Most Wickets: Jasprit Bumrah (14 wickets)

• Brand Ambassador: Rohit Sharma

• New Participant: Italy participated for the first time.

Ranji Trophy 2024-25

Jammu & Kashmir secured its first-ever Ranji Trophy title in the tournament's 60-year history, which began in 1934. They defeated Karnataka in the final, held at Hubli, Karnataka. Jammu & Kashmir scored 584 runs in the first innings against Karnataka's 293 runs.

India Impact Summit & City Name Changes

The India Impact Summit was hosted at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from February 16-20, organized by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. Its theme was "People, Planet, Progress." Rajasthan's Chief Minister, Bhajan Lal Sharma, initiated city name changes to promote cultural heritage: Mount Abu to Aburaj, Kama Dik to Kamvan, and Jahazpur Bhilwara to Yagyapur.

Joint Military Exercise "Khanjar"

The 13th edition of the joint military exercise "Khanjar" was conducted.

New Gubernatorial Appointments

On March 6, 2026, President Draupadi Murmu (the 15th President) appointed new Governors for seven states and two Union Territories. The Governor's post is outlined in Article 153.

• West Bengal: R.N. Ravi (previously Governor of Tamil Nadu).

• Himachal Pradesh → Telangana: Shiv Pratap Shukla.

• Telangana → Maharashtra: Vishnu Dev Verma.

• Bihar Assembly Speaker → Nagaland Governor: Nand Kishore Yadav.

• Bihar Governor: Syed Ata Hasnain.

• Bihar Governor → Kerala Governor: Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar.

• Ladakh Lt. Governor → Himachal Pradesh Governor: Kavinder Gupta.

• Delhi Lt. Governor → Ladakh Lt. Governor: Vinay Kumar Saxena.

• Delhi Lt. Governor: Taranjit Singh Sandhu.

Raisina Dialogue 2026

The 11th edition of the Raisina Dialogue, a platform for India to discuss global issues, took place in New Delhi from March 4-7. The Chief Guest was Dr. Alexander Stubb from Finland, known as the "Land of Lakes." Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister of New Zealand, was the chief guest in 2025.

New Prime Minister of Bangladesh

Tarique Rahman, from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Bangladesh on February 17, 2026.

International Women's Day

Celebrated annually on March 8, International Women's Day originates from a 1917 strike by women demanding "Bread and Peace" and voting rights. The United Nations officially recognized March 8. Its theme focuses on rights, justice, and action for girls and women.

Iran's New Supreme Leader

Following Ayatollah Khamenei's death, Mojtaba Khamenei, his son, was appointed as Iran's new Supreme Leader. In Iran, the Supreme Leader holds greater authority than the President.

Joint Military Exercise "Lamitiye"

The joint military exercise "Lamitiye" ("Friendship" in Creole) between India and Seychelles took place from March 9-20. Participants included soldiers from the Assam Regiment, Indian Army, and Indian Navy.

Indian Armed Forces Appointments

The President of India is the Supreme Commander of all three armed forces, as per Article 52. Dheeraj Seth was appointed Vice Chief of the Indian Army, effective April 1, 2026.

• Current Chiefs:

• Air Chief Marshal: Amarpreet Singh (28th).

• Naval Chief: Dinesh Kumar Tripathi (26th).

• Army Chief: Upendra Dwivedi (30th).

• Chief of Defence Staff (CDS): Anil Chauhan (2nd CDS).

• Director General of Military Operations (DGMO): Lieutenant General Rajeev Ghai.

Nepal General Election

In Nepal's general election, the Rashtriya Swatantra Party (RSP) won, and Balen Shah, a former rapper, engineer, and Mayor of Kathmandu, became the new Prime Minister. This marks the first stable government in 36 years.

Jnanpith Award 2025

The 60th Jnanpith Award, India's highest literary award established in 1961, was conferred upon R. Vairamuthu (Tamil writer). The award is given in 23 languages and includes ₹11 Lakhs prize money.

• Previous Recipients:

• 59th: Vinod Kumar Shukla (Hindi).

• 58th: Rambhadracharya (Sanskrit) and Gulzar (Urdu).

• First Recipient: G. Sankara Kurup.

India's Grandmasters

Mayank Chakraborty, a 17-year-old chess player from Assam, became India's 94th Grandmaster.

Oscar Awards 2026 (98th Edition)

The 98th Oscar Awards were held at the Dolby Theatre, Hollywood, Los Angeles, hosted by Conan O'Brien.

• Best Film: "One Battle After Another" (Director: Paul Thomas Anderson).

• Best Actress: Jessie Buckley for "Hamnet."

• Best Actor: Michael B. Jordan for "Creed III."

Environmental Activist Sonam Wangchuk Released

Sonam Wangchuk, an environmental activist from Ladakh, was released after 107 days in Jodhpur jail. He was detained under the National Security Act (NSA) for leading protests related to Ladakh.

Sahitya Akademi Award 2025

The Sahitya Akademi Award, established in 1954, is given in 24 languages (22 constitutional languages + English + Rajasthani) and includes ₹1 Lakh prize money.

• Notable Recipients (2025):

• Hindi: Mamta Kalia for her memoir "Jite Ji Allahabad."

• English: Navtej Sarna for his novel "Crimson Spring."

• Sanskrit: Sadhu Bhadradesh Das for his poem "Prasthan Chatustay Brahmaghos."

BCCI Prize Money for T20 World Cup 2026

The BCCI awarded ₹131 crore to Team India for winning the T20 World Cup 2026, in addition to the ₹27 crore awarded by the ICC.

Passive Euthanasia Approved by Supreme Court

On March 11, 2026, the Supreme Court permitted passive euthanasia for Harish Rana. Passive euthanasia involves withdrawing life support (oxygen, food, water) from terminally ill patients with no chance of recovery, allowing for a natural death.

Kerala Declares "Tidal Floods" as State-Specific Disaster

Kerala became the first state to declare "Tidal Floods" (Jwari Baadh) a state-specific disaster. This natural event, common in coastal states, causes significant inland water encroachment and property damage.

MILAN Exercise 2026

The MILAN Exercise 2026, a multi-nation Naval Exercise, was conducted in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, from February 15-25.

"Grandfather of the Internet" Demise

David J. Farber, known as the "Grandfather of the Internet," passed away on February 7, 2026, in Tokyo, Japan.

Mia Amor Mottley Becomes PM for Third Time

Mia Amor Mottley of Barbados was elected Prime Minister for the third consecutive time. She played a crucial role in making Barbados a Constitutional Republic.

Henley Passport Index (February 2026)

India's passport ranked 75th in the Henley Passport Index, up from its previous 85th position. Indian citizens can travel to 56 countries without a visa. Singapore holds the title of the world's strongest passport. This index is based on data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). A passport represents citizenship, while a visa represents permission to enter a country.

Republic Day Parade 2026

At the Republic Day Parade 2026, Maharashtra won the award for Best Tableau (States), while the Indian Navy was recognized as the Best Contingent (Armed Forces). The Ministry of Culture received the award for the Best Tableau (Ministries/Departments).

Manipur New Chief Minister

Yumnam Khemchand Singh was appointed as the 13th Chief Minister of Manipur following the imposition of President's Rule on February 13. President's Rule, authorized by Article 356, was enacted due to ethnic violence between the Kuki and Meitei communities.

Champions of the Earth Award 2025

Supriya Sahu, Additional Chief Secretary in the Tamil Nadu government, received the Champions of the Earth Award 2025 in the "Inspiration and Action" category. This is considered the biggest award in the field of environment.

Noteworthy Demises

• Govardhan Asrani (Actor): Passed away on October 20, 2025, at 84. (Memory Tip: Famous for dialogues like "Hum Angrezon ke zamane ke Jailor hain").

• Ajit Pawar (Deputy CM): The Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, died on January 28 in a chartered plane crash.

• Piyush Pandey (Advertising Veteran): (Memory Tip: Credited with the slogan "Har Har Modi, Ghar Ghar Modi").

Mukhyamantri Pratigya Yojana (Chief Minister's Pledge Scheme)

Launched in Bihar on July 1, 2025, this scheme targets youth aged 18-28 years. Administered by the Labor Resources Department, it offers internship, practical training, and skill development.

• Financial Assistance (monthly):

• ₹4,000: For 12th pass.

• ₹5,000: For ITI diploma holders.

• ₹6,000: For graduates and post-graduates.

Bihar Assembly Elections 2025

The BJP emerged as the largest party, and the NDA alliance secured a majority with 202 seats. Maithili Thakur, at 25 years old, became the youngest MLA.

• Party-wise Seat Distribution:

• BJP: 89 seats

• JDU: 85 seats

• LJP: 19 seats

• Congress: 6 seats

New Chief Justice of India (CJI)

Justice Suryakant was appointed the 53rd CJI on November 24, 2025, and administered the oath by the 15th President.

G7 Summit & G20 Summits

The 51st G7 Summit 2025 was held in Canada from June 15-17, with the theme "Resilience, Responsibility, and Renewal." The G7 Summit 2026 is predicted for France. (Memory Tip: G7 Member Countries: Japan, USA, Italy, Canada, England, Germany, France). The G20 Summit 2025 was in South Africa, and 2026 is predicted for America.

UN Security Council Permanent Members

(Memory Tip: Permanent Members: China, America, Russia, Britain, France).

Bhaskar Varma Setu Inauguration

Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Bhaskar Varma Setu over the Brahmaputra River in Guwahati, connecting North and South Guwahati. The project cost ₹30 crore.

India's First National Cow Culture Museum

India's first National Cow Culture Museum was established in Mathura, dedicated to the conservation and importance of cows.

India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

The India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was signed on January 27, 2026, after 18 years of negotiations. Referred to as the "Mother of All Trade," it aims to boost trade through mutual tax exemptions.

New Prime Minister of Czech Republic

Andrej Babiš was appointed the new Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, with President Petr Pavel administering the oath.

NITI Aayog CEO (Additional Charge)

Nidhi Chhibber was appointed as the CEO (Additional Charge) of NITI Aayog, following the completion of B.V.R. Subrahmanyam's tenure.

Rob Jetten Becomes Prime Minister of the Netherlands

Rob Jetten became the first openly gay Prime Minister of the Netherlands.

Joint Military Exercises: India and Japan

The Dharma Guardian exercise 2026 was conducted between India and Japan. Other joint exercises include Vayu Guardian, JIMEX, and Shinmaitree. (Memory Tip: To remember military exercises with Japan: "Ja Mata" (implies Ja for Japan) for Shinmaitree, Dharma Guardian, Vayu Guardian, JIMEX).

Operation Gazzab Lil Haq: Pakistan and Afghanistan Conflict

Pakistan initiated Operation Gazzab Lil Haq against Afghanistan, conducting airstrikes on cities including Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia.

CM Shri School Scheme in Haryana

Haryana launched the CM Shri School scheme, modeled after the PM Shri scheme (Pradhan Mantri Schools For Rising India). It aims to improve educational quality through smart classrooms and well-equipped labs, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

National Science Day

National Science Day is celebrated annually on February 28th, commemorating Sir C.V. Raman's discovery of the Raman Effect, for which he received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930. First observed in 1987, this year's theme is 'Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat'.

Speaker of the Knesset Medal Awarded to PM Modi

The Parliament of Israel, known as the Knesset, honored Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the Speaker of the Knesset Medal for his extraordinary contribution to strengthening strategic relations between India and Israel.

Raahveer Yojana in Delhi

Delhi launched the Raahveer Yojana, offering a cash award of ₹25,000 to individuals who transport accident victims to a hospital during the 'Golden Hour,' under Samaritan rules.

Padma Awards 2026

A total of 131 Padma Awards were conferred for 2026. The hierarchy of India's highest civilian awards, all instituted in 1954 and announced on January 26th, is: Bharat Ratna (highest), Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. (Memory Tip: The number of Padma Vibhushan recipients can be remembered by the five fingers on a hand (5 recipients)).

• Padma Vibhushan: 5 recipients

• Padma Bhushan: 13 recipients

• Padma Shri: 113 recipients

• Notable recipients:

• Dharmendra Deol: Posthumously, for Art, from Maharashtra.

• K.T. Thomas: For Public Administration, from Kerala.

Republic Day 2026 Celebrations

India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026. The parade takes place on Kartavya Path, where the National Flag (Tiranga) is hoisted, accompanied by a 21-gun salute by the President of India. The Chief Guests were António Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission. The event also marked 150 years of Vande Mataram.

Louvre Museum Theft in Paris, France

The Louvre Museum in Paris, France, reported a theft of eight priceless artifacts, including Louis XV's crown and the Hortensia Diamond, from the Gallery of Apollo.

Demise of Saalumarada Thimmakka

Saalumarada Thimmakka, a Padma Shri awardee and renowned environmental conservationist, passed away at 114 in Bengaluru. She was celebrated for her extensive work in tree planting and environmental protection.