Current Affairs 16th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in Hindi
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Current Affairs 11th December 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. What recent disaster in Peru resulted in at least 12 deaths and 50 missing individuals?
a) Earthquake in Lima
b) Landslide at a river port in Ucayali
c) Flooding in the Andes
d) Volcanic eruption in Arequipa
Answer: b
Explanation: A landslide struck two boats docked at a river port in Ucayali, Peru, killing at least 12 and leaving around 50 missing, as reported by BBC News.
2. The Democratic Republic of the Congo has officially declared the end of which health crisis?
a) Monkeypox outbreak
b) Ebola outbreak since August 2025
c) Cholera epidemic
d) Marburg virus spread
Answer: b
Explanation: The Ebola outbreak, with 53 confirmed cases, 43 deaths, and 11 probable cases, has been declared ended by health authorities.
3. What did the IMF approve for Pakistan to aid economic recovery?
a) $500 million loan
b) $1.2 billion release
c) Debt relief package
d) Trade quota increase
Answer: b
Explanation: The International Monetary Fund released $1.2 billion to support Pakistan's recovery from its economic crisis.
4. What tragic incident occurred in Fez, Morocco, killing 22 people?
a) Gas explosion in a market
b) Collapse of two four-storey buildings
c) Train derailment
d) Chemical plant fire
Answer: b
Explanation: Two adjacent four-storey buildings collapsed overnight in Fez, the second such fatal incident in the city this year, housing eight families.
5. What policy did Union Home Minister Amit Shah announce in the Lok Sabha regarding illegal immigrants?
a) Granting citizenship
b) Detect, delete, and deport
c) Expanding refugee quotas
d) Border trade liberalization
Answer: b
Explanation: During a discussion on electoral reforms, Shah outlined the NDA government's three-pronged strategy to identify, remove from records, and deport illegal immigrants, amid opposition concerns leading to a walkout.
6. What new initiative did Union Minister C.R. Patil launch in New Delhi?
a) Digital India Portal
b) Jal Shakti Hackathon-2025 and Bharat-WIN Portal
c) Swachh Bharat 2.0
d) Atmanirbhar Bharat Fund
Answer: b
Explanation: The Jal Shakti Hackathon-2025 and Bharat-Water Innovation Network (WIN) Portal were launched to promote water innovation and management.
7. India won how many medals at the FEI Asian Equestrian Championships 2025?
a) 3 gold, 2 silver
b) 1 gold, 4 silver
c) 7 medals total
d) 5 medals total
Answer: b
Explanation: India secured 5 medals (1 gold, 4 silver) at the event held in Pattaya, Thailand, from November 24 to December 7, 2025.
8. Which institute launched India's first ₹250 crore deep tech venture fund?
a) IIT Delhi
b) IIT Bombay
c) IIT Madras
d) IIT Kanpur
Answer: b
Explanation: IIT Bombay unveiled the fund to invest in 25-30 pre-seed and seed-stage startups in areas like AI, nuclear tech, and space, with tickets up to ₹15 crore.
9. What milestone did Moscow approve for HAL Koraput in defence manufacturing?
a) Tejas engine production
b) Su-57E fighter engine manufacturing
c) BrahMos missile assembly
d) Akash missile upgrades
Answer: b
Explanation: Russia granted Transfer of Technology for Izdeliye 177S engines for the Su-57E, boosting India's fifth-generation fighter capabilities.
10. Which global organization recognized Deepavali as an intangible cultural heritage?
a) WHO
b) UNESCO
c) IMF
d) UNEP
Answer: b
Explanation: UNESCO added Deepavali to its list, highlighting its cultural significance, with PM Modi emphasizing its message of light over darkness.
11. What did Home Minister Amit Shah announce regarding illegal immigrants in Parliament?
a) Amnesty program
b) Detect, delete, and deport policy
c) Border wall expansion
d) Refugee quotas
Answer: b
Explanation: During a Lok Sabha discussion on electoral reforms, Shah outlined the NDA government's plan to identify and deport illegal immigrants.
12. The MEA is considering revoking passports of co-owners of which Goa nightclub after a deadly fire?
a) Club Cubana
b) Birch by Romeo Lane
c) Tito's Lane
d) Curlies Shack
Answer: b
Explanation: Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra's passports may be revoked following the fire that killed 25 at Birch by Romeo Lane on December 6.
13. What new US policy starts December 15, 2025, for H-1B and H-4 visa applicants?
a) Fee waiver
b) Social media vetting
c) Faster processing
d) Quota increase
Answer: b
Explanation: The US Embassy will review online presence to ensure applicants pose no security risk and comply with visa terms.
14. Which exercise involving India and Indonesia began on December 3, 2025?
a) Garuda Shakti
b) Mitra Shakti
c) Yudh Abhyas
d) Nomadic Elephant
Answer: a
Explanation: The 10th edition of Garuda Shakti, a joint special forces exercise, started at Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh, and runs until December 12.
15. What did Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal flag off virtually?
a) Green hydrogen plant
b) India's first all-electric tug
c) Solar ferry service
d) EV charging network
Answer: b
Explanation: The steel-cutting ceremony for India's first all-electric green tug marks a step toward sustainable maritime operations.
16. What is the theme of the 8th Smart India Hackathon 2025?
a) Digital Transformation
b) Innovation for a Sustainable Future
c) Youth for Viksit Bharat
d) Tech for Rural Empowerment
Answer: c
Explanation: The event, organized by MoE's Innovation Cell and AICTE, began across 60 centers under the theme "Youth for Viksit Bharat."
17. What international day is observed on December 11, 2025, focusing on sustainable development?
a) World Soil Day
b) International Mountain Day
c) UNICEF Day
d) Human Rights Day
Answer: b
Explanation: International Mountain Day highlights mountains' role in providing fresh water, clean energy, food, and recreation.
18. A Russian missile strike on which Ukrainian city killed 4 and injured 40?
a) Kyiv
b) Dnipro
c) Kharkiv
d) Odesa
Answer: b
Explanation: An Iskander missile hit Dnipro, causing significant casualties amid ongoing conflict.
19. UNESCO recently inscribed which Indian festival on its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity?
a) Holi
b) Deepavali
c) Eid-ul-Fitr
d) Christmas
Answer: b
Explanation: Deepavali, the festival of lights, was added to the list, celebrating its cultural significance as a symbol of the triumph of light over darkness, with Prime Minister Modi highlighting its global message of unity and harmony.
20. What did US President Trump claim about averting a conflict?
a) Russia-Ukraine war
b) India-Pakistan May clash
c) Israel-Hamas tensions
d) China-Taiwan standoff
Answer: b
Explanation: Trump reiterated his role in stopping the India-Pakistan conflict in May 2025.
21. Malaysia announced the resumption of search for which missing flight's wreckage?
a) MH17
b) MH370
c) AH5017
d) SQ321
Answer: b
Explanation: The search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 resumes on December 30 with Ocean Infinity in the southern Indian Ocean under a "no-find, no-fee" deal.
22. What did TATA Group secure as a buyer for its Indian-made semiconductors?
a) Apple
b) Intel
c) Samsung
d) Qualcomm
Answer: b
Explanation: Intel became the first major global customer, advancing India's semiconductor self-reliance.
23. The CAQM reported over how many overage vehicles plying in Delhi, polluting the air?
a) 25 lakh
b) 63 lakh
c) 10 lakh
d) 50 lakh
Answer: b
Explanation: More than 63 lakh end-of-life vehicles continue to operate due to lax enforcement, as informed to the Supreme Court.
24. What did BEL unveil for the Indian Army's operational needs?
a) Drone swarm system
b) Tactical Communication System prototype
c) Armored vehicle upgrade
d) Missile defense radar
Answer: b
Explanation: Bharat Electronics Limited introduced the first prototype of a Tactical Communication System tailored for the Army.
25. Which US visa program did Trump announce as live, offering a path to citizenship for $1 million?
a) EB-5 Investor Visa
b) Gold Card Visa
c) Diversity Visa Lottery
d) Student Visa Extension
Answer: b
Explanation: The "gold card" program provides legal status and citizenship pathway for high-net-worth individuals, with a $5 million platinum version upcoming.