Kerala PSC Current Affairs Brief — 08 October 2026

Today’s digest covers a range of topics from local protests in Kerala to international diplomatic visits. Key issues include educational protests, space-tech collaborations, and national security concerns.

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Kerala News

1. SFI protests against Higher Education Minister

• SFI activists protested against Roji M. John over alleged police excesses on students.
• Protests were held in response to inaction regarding incidents at the university hostel.

PSC relevance: Kerala Governance, Student Movements

2. Migrant children learn Madhubani painting in Ernakulam

• 31 students from five schools participated in the Roshni project.
• The program aims to impart vocational skills alongside studies.

PSC relevance: Kerala Education, Cultural Integration

3. Kerala HC questions AIIMS establishment delay

• The court asked if better healthcare in Kerala is a ‘handicap’ for AIIMS establishment.
• The court urged the Union government to prioritize Kerala due to population density.

PSC relevance: Judiciary, Health Infrastructure

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National News

4. Jaishankar visits Cote d’Ivoire to discuss bilateral ties

• The visit is part of a three-nation tour in Africa, including Ghana and Ethiopia.
• Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations.

PSC relevance: International Relations, Foreign Policy

5. SC to hear Centre’s plea on Jharkhand DGP appointments

• A Bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant will hear the plea.
• The plea involves issues related to contempt and DGP appointments.

PSC relevance: Judiciary, State Administration

6. India seeks update on nationals in Russian military

• New Delhi has urged Moscow to release Indian nationals serving with the Russian military.
• The request is part of ongoing diplomatic communications.

PSC relevance: International Relations, National Security

7. Rakesh Tikait warns Bihar govt over land for development

• Tikait stated that development should not come at the cost of farmers’ livelihoods.
• The warning was in response to Satellite Township Projects.

PSC relevance: Agriculture, Land Reforms

8. Madras HC on loanees’ rights to travel abroad

• Justice V. Lakshminarayanan stated banks cannot prevent defaulters from traveling abroad.
• The ruling applies to defaulters not facing criminal charges.

PSC relevance: Judiciary, Banking Regulations

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10 MCQs

Q1. What was the reason for the SFI protest against the Kerala Higher Education Minister?

Options: A. Lack of scholarships B. Police excesses on students C. Tuition fee hike D. Hostel facility issues

Answer: B

Explanation: SFI activists protested against Roji M. John over alleged police excesses on students.

Q2. Which painting style are migrant children in Ernakulam being trained in?

Options: A. Warli B. Madhubani C. Pattachitra D. Gond

Answer: B

Explanation: Migrant children in Ernakulam are being trained in Madhubani painting.

Q3. What did the Kerala High Court question regarding AIIMS establishment?

Options: A. Funding issues B. Land acquisition C. Better healthcare as a handicap D. Political opposition

Answer: C

Explanation: The court asked if better healthcare in Kerala is a ‘handicap’ for AIIMS establishment.

Q4. Which countries are part of Jaishankar’s three-nation African tour?

Options: A. Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda B. Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire, Ethiopia C. Nigeria, South Africa, Egypt D. Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia

Answer: B

Explanation: Jaishankar’s tour includes Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire, and Ethiopia.

Q5. What issue is the SC hearing related to Jharkhand?

Options: A. Land reforms B. DGP appointments C. Water disputes D. Educational policies

Answer: B

Explanation: The SC is hearing a plea related to Jharkhand DGP appointments.

Q6. What did India request from Russia regarding Indian nationals?

Options: A. Visa extensions B. Military training C. Release from military service D. Business opportunities

Answer: C

Explanation: India seeks updates on the release of Indian nationals serving with the Russian military.

Q7. What concern did Rakesh Tikait express about development projects in Bihar?

Options: A. Environmental impact B. Farmer displacement C. Urban congestion D. Water scarcity

Answer: B

Explanation: Tikait warned against development at the cost of farmers’ livelihoods.

Q8. What did the Madras High Court rule regarding loanees?

Options: A. They must repay loans before traveling B. They can travel abroad if not facing criminal charges C. They cannot own property D. They must report to banks monthly

Answer: B

Explanation: The court ruled that banks cannot prevent defaulters from traveling abroad if not facing criminal charges.

Q9. Where did the Kerala HC suggest AIIMS should be prioritized?

Options: A. Thiruvananthapuram B. Kochi C. Keralam D. Kozhikode

Answer: C

Explanation: The court urged the Union government to prioritize Kerala for AIIMS due to population density.

Q10. What skill are migrant children in Ernakulam being taught?

Options: A. Computer programming B. Madhubani painting C. Tailoring D. Carpentry

Answer: B

Explanation: Migrant children in Ernakulam are being trained in Madhubani painting.

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Quick Recap

#	Topic	One-line
1	Kerala Protests	SFI protests against Education Minister over police actions.
2	Madhubani Training	Migrant children in Ernakulam learn Madhubani painting.
3	AIIMS Proposal	Kerala HC questions delay in AIIMS establishment.
4	Jaishankar’s Tour	Jaishankar visits Cote d’Ivoire to strengthen ties.
5	Jharkhand DGP Plea	SC to hear plea on Jharkhand DGP appointments.

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Sources: The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB. Compiled via RSS feeds and verified at time of publication.