Practise 51 current affairs questions from 4 November 2026 with answers and explanations for banking, SSC and railway exams on QZeX.
Q1) According to NASA’s November 2026 forecast, which spacecraft would become the first human-made object one light-day from Earth on 18 November?
Explanation:Voyager 1 was forecast to reach the milestone on 18 November 2026. A light-day is the distance light travels in 24 hours, about 26 billion kilometres. At that separation, a radio signal takes about a day each way, or roughly two days for a round trip. NASA launched the Voyager probes in 1977. NASA is the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, headquartered in Washington, DC.
Q2) Dr. Ashok Kumar Mahapatra, whose death was reported in November 2026, was the founding Director of which AIIMS?
Explanation:All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar was established under his founding directorship. The neurosurgeon died while undergoing treatment at AIIMS New Delhi. He had headed its neurosurgery department and directed the Sanjay Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences in Lucknow. At Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan, he served as Vice-Chancellor from 2020 to 2022 and subsequently as Principal Advisor for Health Sciences; the university held condolence meetings to recall his medical and institutional contributions.
Q3) Who captained India’s women to the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi title in October 2026?
Explanation:Nidhi Sharma captained India to a 35–15 victory over Uganda in the final on 31 October. Sakshi contributed nine raid points, Anu six and Nidhi five; Ritu and Suman supplied four tackle points each. India inflicted two All-Outs and finished the championship unbeaten. The result made India the first women’s champions of this newly introduced competition.
Q4) Which integrated command was central to India’s inaugural BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise held from 30 October to 3 November 2026?
Explanation:The Andaman and Nicobar Command, India’s first integrated tri-service command, played the central role. The exercise brought together seven BIMSTEC countries for maritime-domain awareness, interoperability and coordination. BIMSTEC means Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation; its secretariat is in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The exercise’s message was Shared Seas, Shared Security and Shared Prosperity.
Q5) What stake in Vodafone Group PLC was Vega SAS permitted to acquire under CCI’s October 2026 clearance?
Explanation:CCI cleared Vega SAS’s proposed acquisition of 16.2% of Vodafone Group PLC’s issued share capital. Vega is wholly owned by Maya SAS, incorporated in France. Vodafone supplies fixed and mobile connectivity across Europe and Africa and has an Indian presence through Vodafone Idea Limited. The group’s headquarters are in London, and Margherita Della Valle was Group Chief Executive, a role she assumed in April 2023.
Q6) Which force reported 12 consecutive months without an operational fatality in 2026, its first such period in 47 years?
Explanation:The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) reported the milestone. Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh identified 30 October 2025 as the date of the last operational fatality. Equipment, training and rapid medical evacuation contributed, including round-the-clock helicopter and air-ambulance support. The milestone concerns operational fatalities. CRPF is headquartered in New Delhi under the Ministry of Home Affairs, headed by Amit Shah.
Q7) At the November 2026 International Maize Conference in Hyderabad, what did ICAR DG M. L. Jat add to make the 4F vision 5F?
Explanation:Farmers was added to Food, Feed, Fodder and Fuel. Dr. M. L. Jat, Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education and Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, prioritised farm profitability. The 2–4 November conference discussed increasing India’s maize output from about 55 million tonnes to 75 million tonnes over the next decade. ICAR is headquartered in New Delhi under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
Q8) What was the proposed size of the Africa Solar Facility highlighted by Narendra Modi on 2 November 2026?
Explanation:The proposed facility was US$200 million, intended to help African countries expand solar energy. Modi highlighted it at the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit in New Delhi, alongside the ninth International Solar Alliance Assembly. He linked international clean-energy cooperation with India’s experience in rooftop solar, solar irrigation and renewable-energy transmission. The facility was described as a proposal, not a completed disbursement.
Q9) When will the Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026 come into force?
Explanation:The rules take effect on 1 January 2027, replacing the Aircraft Rules, 1937 under the Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam, 2024. They consolidate requirements for airworthiness, aircraft maintenance, personnel qualifications, aerodrome safety, air navigation and flight operations. The responsible Ministry of Civil Aviation was headed by Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu. Notification in 2026 and commencement in 2027 are separate legal milestones.
Q10) Who captained India’s men to the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship title on 31 October 2026?
Explanation:Surjeet Singh captained the men, with Naveen Kumar as vice-captain. India defeated Sri Lanka 54–20 in the final. Aditya Shinde contributed ten raid points, Bharat Hooda eight, and Yogesh Dahiya made five successful tackles. India inflicted four All-Outs without conceding one. The tournament was hosted in Ahmedabad and the title crowned India’s unbeaten campaign.
Q11) What standalone net profit did SBI report for July–September 2026 (Q2 FY27)?
Explanation:₹23,038 crore was State Bank of India’s standalone net profit, up 14.28% year-on-year. Net interest income grew about 14.7%, while gross and net non-performing-asset ratios improved to 1.39% and 0.36%. The quarter ended on 30 September 2026; these standalone figures must be distinguished from consolidated group results. SBI’s corporate centre is in Mumbai; Challa Sreenivasulu Setty was Chairman.
Q12) Which Philippine location hosted the 20th ADMM and 13th ADMM-Plus meetings on 28–29 October 2026?
Explanation:Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu hosted the meetings under the Philippines’ ASEAN chairmanship. Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. chaired ADMM-Plus. Outcomes included youth defence-leader exchanges, resilience to chemical, biological and radiological threats, and cooperation with dialogue partners. The Philippines’ capital is Manila and its currency is the Philippine peso. India and the Philippines also planned a 2027 conference on maritime security resilience amid emerging technologies.
Q13) Under SEBI’s 2 November 2026 framework for depository receipts on REIT units, which exchanges were specified for listing those receipts?
Explanation:India International Exchange and NSE International Exchange were specified in India’s IFSC. Foreign-currency receipts represent Real Estate Investment Trust units with a domestic custodian. Holders and beneficial owners must be non-residents; fresh issues generally need 75% of votes cast, subject to exceptions. SEBI, the Securities and Exchange Board of India, is headquartered in Mumbai; Tuhin Kanta Pandey was Chairman.
Q14) Whose appointment as Equitas Small Finance Bank’s interim CEO was approved in November 2026, subject to RBI approval?
Explanation:Balaji Nuthalapadi, the bank’s executive director, was selected following P. N. Vasudevan’s resignation. The appointment remains subject to RBI approval. The board also began searching for a permanent successor, whose recommendation would be submitted to the central bank. Equitas is headquartered in Chennai; Nuthalapadi brought 28 years of Citi experience, including leadership of operations and technology.
Q15) Where is the road-safety training and research institute inspected by Maharashtra’s Transport Minister on 2 November 2026 being developed?
Explanation:Saswad in Purandar taluka, Pune district, is the site of the proposed institute. Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik reviewed the 25-acre project, including an Automated Testing Station and Automated Driving Testing Track. Sensors, cameras and video analytics are planned for vehicle-fitness and driving assessments; the institute will train Motor Vehicles Department personnel in technology, law and road safety. Maharashtra’s capital is Mumbai, and Devendra Fadnavis was Chief Minister.
Q16) How are the eight Next Generation Corvettes ordered on 2 November 2026 divided between GRSE and Goa Shipyard?
Explanation:GRSE will build five and Goa Shipyard three under contracts worth ₹53,866.50 crore. Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited and Goa Shipyard Limited are the selected defence public-sector shipyards. The Indian Navy will design the vessels, intended for anti-surface and anti-submarine warfare, coastal defence and surveillance. The Ministry of Defence signed the contracts in Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh’s presence; Rajnath Singh was Defence Minister.
Q17) In which event did Rajkumari Lanchenbi Chanu win bronze at Dakar 2026, as reported on 3 November?
Explanation:Chanu won women’s changquan combined bronze in wushu at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal. Her podium finish followed India’s judo silver through Khushbu Rajakbhai Darjada and swimming bronze through Dhinidhi Desinghu. Dakar is Senegal’s capital and the country uses the West African CFA franc (XOF).
Q18) Bihar’s 3 November 2026 Nadi Sanjivani MoU links suitable excavated river silt with construction of which infrastructure?
Explanation:National Highways will use technically suitable excavated silt under the MoRTH–Bihar MoU. Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari and Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary attended the signing. The Bihar Water Sources Restoration and Silt Management Policy, 2026 provides the framework; Bihar’s capital is Patna. The initiative combines scientific desilting, improved drainage and flood management with reduced use of agricultural soil in road construction.
Q19) At the 3 November 2026 defence-modernisation meeting, what annual defence-production target did Rajnath Singh reiterate for 2029?
Explanation:The target was ₹3 lakh crore, accompanied by a ₹50,000-crore defence-export target by 2029. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired the consultative committee meeting in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Discussions addressed emerging security threats, changing warfare and technological modernisation, with the goal of a future-ready and operationally agile military. These figures are policy targets, not production or exports already realised.
Q20) Which police force received the President’s Colour during its Diamond Jubilee celebrations on 1 November 2026?
Explanation:Chandigarh Police received the honour for six decades of service. Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah attended with Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria. Chandigarh became a Union Territory and the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana on 1 November 1966. The ceremony also saw the induction of 141 vehicles for policing and emergency response.
Q21) Near which Andhra Pradesh town did Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu cross the coast on 3 November 2026?
Explanation:Ongole was close to the crossing between Nellore and Narasapur during 03:30–05:30 IST. IMD reported sustained winds of 100–110 km/h with gusts to 120 km/h. Andhra Pradesh’s capital is Amaravati and its Chief Minister was N. Chandrababu Naidu. The India Meteorological Department, under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, monitored the storm and forecast weakening after landfall.
Q22) The Centre of Excellence announced during Rajiv Ranjan Singh’s November 2026 Sikkim visit concerns which cattle breed?
Explanation:The proposed centre concerns Siri cattle. Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh called for genetic conservation, scientific breeding and in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) to improve genetic potential and milk productivity. He also digitally launched the Siri Cattle Conservation Programme; the centre remained proposed. Sikkim’s capital is Gangtok; its Chief Minister was Prem Singh Tamang.
Q23) Which approval enabled Fibe’s November 2026 launch of UPI payments through its app?
Explanation:National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) approved Fibe as a Third-Party Application Provider (TPAP). Its app then supported UPI payments from bank accounts, RuPay credit cards and eligible credit lines. The Pune-based platform, formerly EarlySalary, was founded in 2015 by Akshay Mehrotra and Ashish Goyal; Akshay Mehrotra was its MD and Group CEO at the launch.
Q24) Whom did Velavan Senthilkumar defeat in the Czech Open 2026 squash final in Brno?
Explanation:Senthilkumar defeated Scotland’s Greg Lobban in four games, 13–11, 11–5, 8–11, 11–7. The US$35,000 Czech Open gave the Indian fourth seed his 12th PSA Tour crown and second Copper-level title. His earlier Copper success came at the Budapest Open in August 2026. The final was played in Brno in the Czech Republic. Czechia’s capital is Prague and its currency is the Czech koruna (CZK).
Q25) At the Coal Ministry’s Star Rating Awards held in Raipur on 2 November 2026, which company secured first prize in the underground category for FY 2024–25?
Explanation:Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) secured the underground-category first prize. Across categories, 50 mines received five-star ratings and ten podium-ranked mines scored above 93%. The Ministry of Coal organised the ceremony with Minister of State Satish Chandra Dubey; the assessments cover safety, environmental management, scientific mining and community welfare.
Q26) Who assumed charge as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Eastern Air Command on 1 November 2026?
Explanation:Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal took charge of Eastern Air Command, headquartered in Shillong, Meghalaya. Commissioned as a fighter pilot on 14 June 1989, he has over 3,200 flying hours. His earlier assignments included Air Attaché in Pakistan, Director General (Weapon Systems), command of two flying bases and Senior Air Staff Officer at South Western Air Command. He holds the AVSM and Vayu Sena Medal.
Q27) On 3 November 2026, CCI approved which Indian bank’s acquisition of certain Deutsche Bank businesses in India?
Explanation:Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited received approval from the Competition Commission of India on 3 November 2026. The clearance concerns acquisition of certain Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft businesses and related transactions. CCI is India’s competition regulator, with its office in New Delhi; regulatory clearance does not itself establish completion of a business transfer. Kotak’s headquarters are in Mumbai, and Ashok Vaswani was its MD and CEO.
Q28) Which city hosted the Haryana Hirak Jayanti celebration attended by President Droupadi Murmu on 1 November 2026?
Explanation:Kurukshetra hosted the celebration marking Haryana’s 60 years of statehood. Haryana was formed on 1 November 1966; its capital is Chandigarh and its Chief Minister was Nayab Singh Saini. The President highlighted Haryana’s achievements in sport and women’s empowerment, including the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao campaign launched from Panipat in January 2015.
Q29) Who won the Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix held on 1 November 2026?
Explanation:Max Verstappen won for Red Bull Racing, completing 71 laps at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in 2:20:28.772. Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton finished 0.799 seconds behind; the winner earned 25 championship points. The circuit is in Mexico City, Mexico’s capital; the country’s currency is the Mexican peso.
Q30) Which Jammu and Kashmir district received a new seismological observatory inaugurated by Jitendra Singh on 2 November 2026?
Explanation:Kishtwar received the digital observatory, which sends real-time data to the National Centre for Seismology’s 24×7 monitoring centre in New Delhi. Earth Sciences Minister of State (Independent Charge) Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated it. Jammu and Kashmir then had four observatories, at Jammu, Srinagar, Udhampur and Kishtwar. The project serves a high-seismic-risk Himalayan region. The Union Territory’s Chief Minister was Omar Abdullah; Srinagar is its summer capital and Jammu its winter capital.
Q31) Whom did Lakshya Sen defeat in the men’s singles final of the HYLO Open on 1 November 2026?
Explanation:Lakshya Sen defeated Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie, the defending champion, 21–17, 21–10. The tournament ran from 27 October to 1 November in Saarbrücken, Germany. It was Sen’s first BWF title of 2026 and his second HYLO men’s singles crown. He trains at the Centre for Badminton Excellence in Bengaluru. Germany’s capital is Berlin and its currency is the euro.
Q32) In the merger cleared by CCI on 30 October 2026, Sapphire Foods India Limited was to merge into which restaurant operator?
Explanation:Devyani International Limited was the proposed surviving company. Both it and Sapphire operated KFC and Pizza Hut franchises in India; Devyani also held exclusive Indian franchises for Costa Coffee, New York Fries and Sanook Kitchen. Competition clearance did not itself complete the merger. Devyani’s corporate office is in Gurugram and its chairman was Ravi Kant Jaipuria.
Q33) MIH Payments Holdings B.V., whose proposed investment in Navi Limited was cleared by CCI in October 2026, is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of which group?
Explanation:Prosus N.V. indirectly wholly owns MIH Payments Holdings B.V., the proposed acquirer of a shareholding in Navi Limited. Navi is the holding company of a financial-services group whose subsidiaries deliver products through a single consumer app. Prosus is headquartered in Amsterdam and was led by Group CEO Fabricio Bloisi, appointed in July 2024.
Q34) Which Australian all-rounder announced his retirement from T20 internationals and state cricket in November 2026 while continuing with Melbourne Stars?
Explanation:Glenn Maxwell ended his international career after having retired from ODIs in June 2025. He finished with 130 T20Is and 2,897 runs, including five centuries, and also retired from first-class and List A cricket. His 2026 T20 World Cup appearances became his final internationals. Franchise cricket continued: his Melbourne Stars contract ran through the 2027–28 Big Bash season.
Q35) What defence initiative did Rajnath Singh propose at the 13th ADMM-Plus in Cebu on 29 October 2026 to connect young people in India and ASEAN?
Explanation:Defence Minister Rajnath Singh proposed a defence Youth Bridge for institutional people-to-people links, digital innovation and capacity building. It was a proposal, not an operational programme. India and Malaysia were co-chairing the ADMM-Plus Experts’ Working Group on Counter-Terrorism for 2024–2027; the engagement also followed the ASEAN–India Plan of Action for 2026–2030.
Q36) Whom did Bulgaria’s election commission declare President-elect on 3 November 2026 following the 1 November runoff?
Explanation:Iliana Malinova Iotova was declared elected President, with Kiril Aleksandrov Valchev as Vice-President. The runoff followed the first round on 25 October. Bulgaria’s capital is Sofia and its currency is the euro, introduced on 1 January 2026. The commission’s declaration establishes an election result; it does not by itself establish the date of assumption of presidential office.
Q37) Which pathway was adopted at CBD COP17 in October 2026 in response to the first global review of biodiversity-framework implementation?
Explanation:The Yerevan Pathway responds to the first global review of progress under the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. COP17 closed in Yerevan, Armenia, on 31 October after decisions on finance, national implementation and scientific work. CBD Executive Secretary Astrid Schomaker stressed aligning economic decisions with biodiversity. Armenia’s capital is Yerevan and its currency is the Armenian dram.
Q38) The breeding protocol released during Rajiv Ranjan Singh’s November 2026 Sikkim visit standardises artificial insemination using liquid semen in which livestock?
Explanation:The protocol concerns pigs, setting minimum standards for semen production and standard operating procedures for artificial insemination using liquid semen. It was released by the Union Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister to standardise scientific breeding.
Q39) Which company received CCI approval in October 2026 to acquire 100% of IntelliSmart Infrastructure from NIIF and EESL?
Explanation:Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) received clearance for the acquisition from National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) and Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL). IntelliSmart deploys advanced electricity-metering infrastructure and smart gas meters; AESL works in power transmission, distribution and advanced metering. The company is based in Ahmedabad, with Kandarp Patel serving as Whole-time Director and CEO. The acquisition was proposed.
Q40) Which Danish player did P. V. Sindhu beat to win the HYLO Open women’s singles title on 1 November 2026?
Explanation:Sindhu defeated Line Højmark Kjærsfeldt21–12, 21–14 at Saarlandhalle in Saarbrücken. The former world champion and two-time Olympic medallist won her first title at this venue without losing a game during the tournament. Her opponent represented Denmark, whose capital is Copenhagen and currency is the Danish krone.
Q41) SEBI’s circular of 2 November 2026 set what cooling-off period around an offer for sale of illiquid units of privately listed InvITs?
Explanation:The prescribed cooling-off period is ±8 weeks for privately listed Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) whose units are illiquid. SEBI also specified that the retail-investor provisions of the general OFS framework do not apply to privately listed InvITs, and their OFS remains open for one day, the T day. The trading lot follows the secondary-market lot under the InvIT Regulations, 2014.
Q42) Which New Delhi venue hosted the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo inaugurated on 2 November 2026?
Explanation:Bharat Mandapam hosted the summit inaugurated by Narendra Modi. It coincided with the ninth International Solar Alliance Assembly and included delegates from the fourth Conference on Green Hydrogen. Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, addressed the event. The discussions linked clean-energy expansion, innovation and investment with energy security amid global supply shocks.
Q43) Which regulator granted Razorpay the final Payment Service Provider licence announced on 3 November 2026 for operations from GIFT City?
Explanation:The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) granted the final PSP licence, following in-principle approval in April 2026. It enables foreign-currency transfers, multi-currency accounts and cross-border collections and settlements through GIFT City. Razorpay’s integrations with RBL Bank and ICICI Bank were ready; investment platforms were expected to go live subsequently. Co-founder Harshil Mathur was CEO.
Q44) Under which initiative was North District Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union digitally launched at Mangan in November 2026?
Explanation:White Revolution 2.0 covers the union launched by Rajiv Ranjan Singh at Mangan. The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) was asked to plan dairy-plant modernisation, cooperative-network expansion and an integrated Sikkim Milk brand. NDDB is headquartered in Anand, Gujarat; Dr Meenesh Shah was Chairman.
Q45) Which Akashvani programme received the Audio Public Service Announcement Special Commendation at ABU Prizes 2026?
Explanation:Beyond the Call, produced by Akashvani Bengaluru, received the special commendation. Prasar Bharati’s Nongmaithem Nandakumar Singh also received the Broadcast Engineering Excellence Award. The recognitions were presented during the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union gathering in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The 63rd General Assembly and associated meetings ran from 30 October to 3 November, with Prasar Bharati also showcasing WAVES OTT. Prasar Bharati’s headquarters are in New Delhi; Gaurav Dwivedi was CEO.
Q46) CCI’s October 2026 clearance allowed which company to acquire all the issued share capital of Solenergi Power from Shell Overseas Investment B.V.?
Explanation:Aditya Birla Renewables Limited received clearance to acquire 100% of Solenergi Power from Shell Overseas Investment B.V. The buyer and its subsidiaries operate solar and wind generation and captive engineering, procurement and construction activities. Solenergi is a Mauritius-registered holding company whose downstream Indian entities include renewable-power generators. The acquisition remained proposed at clearance. The buyer’s corporate office is in Mumbai; Amit Jain was CEO.
Q47) Which country was selected at CBD COP17 to host the next UN Biodiversity Conference, COP18, in 2028?
Explanation:Ecuador was selected to host COP18 in 2028, taking the biodiversity conference to Quito, its capital. Ecuador uses the US dollar. Its Environment and Energy Ministry announced the selection on 30 October 2026. The conference concerns the Convention on Biological Diversity, which addresses conservation, sustainable use and equitable sharing of benefits from genetic resources; it is separate from the UN climate COP process.
Q48) On which date was the International Day for Biosphere Reserves observed in 2026?
Explanation:The observance fell on 3 November 2026. UNESCO proclaimed the day at its 41st General Conference in 2021 to connect biodiversity conservation, scientific research and sustainable livelihoods. UNESCO is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, headquartered in Paris; Khaled El-Enany had been Director-General since 15 November 2025. Biosphere reserves demonstrate how local communities can conserve ecosystems while supporting sustainable economic activity.
Q49) Which company partnered with the Panchayati Raj Ministry in October 2026 to develop EV charging and battery-swapping facilities on Panchayat land?
Explanation:Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) signed the MoU at the People’s Plan Campaign 2026–27 workshop. CESL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Energy Efficiency Services Limited under the Power Ministry. Panchayati Raj Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh attended the workshop. Charging and swapping stations on Panchayat land are intended to support rural clean mobility and generate additional own-source revenue for Panchayats.
Q50) Which driver clinched his first Formula 1 world drivers’ title with third place at the Mexico City Grand Prix on 1 November 2026?
Explanation:Kimi Antonelli clinched the 2026 title for Mercedes and became Formula 1’s youngest world champion. The 20-year-old Italian started fourth and finished third in the 71-lap race. He had needed only ninth place to secure the championship irrespective of his rivals’ results. His team-mate was George Russell.
Q51) The Northern Bullet Train Corridor announcement of 31 October 2026 extended the proposed link beyond Siliguri to which city?
Explanation:Guwahati was the announced northeastern extension. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlined the Delhi-linked corridor through major northern and eastern cities. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had sought its extension from Siliguri; Assam’s capital is Dispur. The announcement concerns a proposed high-speed corridor, so its projected travel times are not current operating journey times.