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title: "Daily Current Affairs & GK Capsule (2026-11-08)"
edition_date: "2026-11-08"
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# Daily Current Affairs & GK Capsule — 2026-11-08

- **Edition Date**: 2026-11-08
- **Estimated Read Time**: 2 min
- **Canonical URL**: https://testx.in/current-affairs/2026-11-08

## High-Yield Briefing & Exam Pointers
### 1. Aditya-L1 Completes One Year of Solar Observations in Space *(Science & Technology)*
Aditya-L1, the first spacecraft launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to study the Sun, has completed one full year of observations in space. The mission has provided crucial data regarding solar activities and space weather.
- **Exam Takeaway**: 💡 Exam Pointer: Aditya-L1 is ISRO's first dedicated space observatory mission launched to study the Sun.
- **Verified Sources**: [Keralakaumudi](https://keralakaumudi.com/en/india/general/aditya-completes-one-year-of-solar-observations-in-space-1823960)

### 2. British High Commission Hails Landmark India FTA Deal Amid Diwali Celebrations *(International & Bilateral)*
The British High Commission in India hailed a landmark trade deal as Diwali celebrations shone brighter across the country. Officials highlighted that the agreement signifies stronger bilateral ties and paves the way for loads more cooperation ahead.
- **Exam Takeaway**: 💡 Exam Pointer: The UK highlighted the landmark India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) deal coinciding with Diwali celebrations.
- **Verified Sources**: [Indiatimes](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/loads-more-ahead-british-high-commission-in-india-hails-trade-deal-amid-diwali-celebrations/articleshow/135638967.cms) · [Indiandefensenews](https://www.indiandefensenews.in/2026/11/diwali-celebrations-shine-brighter-as.html)

### 3. RBI Dismisses Social Media Claims Regarding New Cheque Book Rules from January 2027 *(Banking & Economy)*
The Reserve Bank of India officially dismissed viral social media messages claiming that new cheque book rules would come into effect from January 2027. The central bank clarified that no such regulatory changes have been announced.
- **Exam Takeaway**: 💡 Exam Pointer: RBI rejected fake social media claims of new cheque book rules starting in January 2027.
- **Verified Sources**: [Newkerala](https://www.newkerala.com/news/a/rbi-dismisses-social-media-claims-new-cheque-book-569.htm)

### 4. RBI Repo Rate Stance and Bank Operating Schedules Outlined for Diwali Weekend *(Banking & Economy)*
Following the RBI's policy rate adjustments, commercial banks operate normally on the first, third, and fifth Saturdays under RBI guidelines. Bank branches pan-India remain closed on Sunday, November 8, 2026, for their regular Sunday off coinciding with Diwali.
- **Exam Takeaway**: 💡 Exam Pointer: Under RBI guidelines, commercial banks operate normally on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays of a month.
- **Verified Sources**: [Angelone](https://www.angelone.in/news/market-updates/diwali-muhurat-trading-nov-8-2026-are-banks-and-stock-markets-bse-and-nse-closed-today-and-tomorrow)

### 5. Karnataka Announces Rs 3 Lakh Award to Recognize Progressive Farmers *(National & Governance)*
New agricultural awards carrying a total prize money of Rs 3 lakh have been introduced to recognise progressive farmers rewriting the rules of agriculture. The awards cover progressive farmers across states including Karnataka, Maharashtra, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
- **Exam Takeaway**: 💡 Exam Pointer: The total prize money for the farmer recognition awards is Rs 3 lakh.
- **Verified Sources**: [Thehansindia](https://www.thehansindia.com/karnataka/a-rs-3-lakh-award-to-recognise-farmers-rewriting-the-rules-of-agriculture-1140169)

## Daily Recall Quiz
### Q1. What milestone has been achieved by ISRO's Aditya-L1 spacecraft as of November 2026?
- **(A)** Completed one year of solar observations in space
- **(B)** Landed safely on the Moon's south pole
- **(C)** Reached Mars orbit successfully
- **(D)** Completed five years of deep space communication

### Q2. Which country's High Commission recently highlighted a landmark India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) deal amid Diwali celebrations?
- **(A)** United States
- **(B)** United Kingdom
- **(C)** France
- **(D)** Germany

### Q3. What was the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) stance on viral social media claims regarding new cheque book rules starting January 2027?
- **(A)** Approved the new rules
- **(B)** Dismissed and rejected the claims
- **(C)** Postponed the rules to 2028
- **(D)** Mandated new security features

### Q4. According to Reserve Bank of India guidelines, on which Saturdays of a given month do commercial banks normally operate?
- **(A)** Only the second and fourth Saturdays
- **(B)** Every Saturday of the month
- **(C)** First, third, and fifth Saturdays
- **(D)** Only the first Saturday

### Q5. What is the total prize money attached to the newly introduced award recognising progressive farmers across southern states?
- **(A)** Rs 1 lakh
- **(B)** Rs 3 lakh
- **(C)** Rs 5 lakh
- **(D)** Rs 10 lakh

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