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The European Union (EU) summit held in Brussels, Belgium, on 15–16 October 2026 included Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

The main discussions included continued support for Ukraine, security threats linked to Russia, migration, and the situation in the Middle East.

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• Observed on: 16 October every year
• Purpose: To raise awareness about food security, hunger, and nutrition
• 2024 Theme: Right to foods for a better life and a better future
• 2025 Theme: Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future
• Theme 2026: Innovate Today. Nourish Tomorrow

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FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization)

• Established on: 16 October 1945
• Founder: United Nations
• Headquarters: Rome, Italy

Last verified on 16-10-2026

Explanation

• Date: 27 October
• Observed as: Kashmir Black Day
• First oberved Year: 1947
• Purpose: To mark the arrival of Indian troops in Srinagar.

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The 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel was jointly awarded to American economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford. 

They were recognized for their research on the microeconomic foundations of macroeconomic stabilisation.

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Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt won Nobel Prize in economics in 2025.

Awarded for their groundbreaking contributions to understanding innovation-driven economic growth.

Joel Mokyr & Peter Howitt belongs to the USA. 

Philippe Aghion belongs to the UK. 

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Explanation

The 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel was jointly awarded to American economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford. 

They were recognized for their research on the microeconomic foundations of macroeconomic stabilisation.

Additional Information:

Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt won Nobel Prize in economics in 2025.

Awarded for their groundbreaking contributions to understanding innovation-driven economic growth.

Joel Mokyr & Peter Howitt belongs to the USA. 

Philippe Aghion belongs to the UK. 

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The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to South African jurist and human rights champion Navanethem "Navi Pillay.

Honored for her lifelong efforts to promote peace and uphold international law.

Awarded by Norwegian Nobel Committee in Oslo, Norway.

Additional Information:

Maria Corina Machado of Venezuela won the Nobel Peace Prize 2025 for promoting democratic rights in her country.

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Explanation

World Standards Day (or International Standards Day) is observed on 14th October annually to spread awareness about the importance of standardization to the global economy. 

Theme 2025: Shared Vision for a Better World

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Explanation

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed across the globe every year on 17 October to raise awareness about the people who are struggling and living in poverty.

Theme 2024: Ending Social and Institutional Maltreatment 

Theme 2025: Ending social and institutional maltreatment by ensuring respect and effective support for families

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Explanation

Explanation

The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to South African jurist and human rights champion Navanethem "Navi Pillay.

Honored for her lifelong efforts to promote peace and uphold international law.

Awarded by Norwegian Nobel Committee in Oslo, Norway.

Additional Information:

Maria Corina Machado of Venezuela won the Nobel Peace Prize 2025 for promoting democratic rights in her country.

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