Current Affairs in Gujarati 10th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. On July 4, 2026, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated India's first greenfield integrated refinery-cum-petrochemical complex at which location in Rajasthan?
A) Jodhpur
B) Pachpadra
C) Jaipur
D) Balotra
Answer: B) Pachpadra
Explanation: Developed as a JV between HPCL and the Rajasthan Government, it was part of projects worth over Rs 1.06 lakh crore inaugurated/foundation-laid during the visit.
2. What was the theme of the 29th National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG) held in Jaipur in July 2026?
A) Digital India 2.0
B) Viksit Bharat 2047: AI-enabled, Data-driven & Secure Digital Governance
C) e-Governance for All
D) Secure Cyber Future
Answer: B) Viksit Bharat 2047: AI-enabled, Data-driven & Secure Digital Governance
Explanation: Organized by DARPG, MeitY, and Rajasthan Government; it ended with the Jaipur Declaration.
3. Which organization launched three initiatives including the Research Methodology Textbook and CCRAS Digital Ecosystem Dashboard in July 2026?
A) ISRO
B) CCRAS (Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences)
C) NITI Aayog
D) ICMR
Answer: B) CCRAS
Explanation: Launched during the 5th Executive Committee Meeting under the Ministry of AYUSH.
4. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) cleared proposals worth approximately how much in July 2026 for Army, Navy, and Air Force modernization?
A) Rs 25,000 crore
B) Rs 52,000 crore
C) Rs 75,000 crore
D) Rs 1 lakh crore
Answer: B) Rs 52,000 crore
Explanation: Included systems like AKASH TARANG, MPATGM, MRSAM, and others.
5. India and which African country launched their inaugural export promotion forum in Bamako in July 2026?
A) Nigeria
B) Mali
C) Kenya
D) South Africa
Answer: B) Mali
Explanation: Theme: “Reinforcing Trade and Strategic Partnerships”; bilateral trade showed 55% growth.
6. Who from Sikkim scaled Mount Elbrus (Europe’s highest peak) in July 2026 as part of the Seven Summits challenge?
A) Bachendri Pal
B) Tshering Choden
C) Arunima Sinha
D) Premlata Agarwal
Answer: B) Tshering Choden
Explanation: Her second summit after Mount Kilimanjaro; Elbrus is at 5,642 m.
7. ISRO conducted the first ground test of SOLVE for Gaganyaan parachute validation at which location in July 2026?
A) Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh
B) Thumba, Kerala
C) Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu
D) Bengaluru
Answer: A) Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh
Explanation: At Satish Dhawan Space Centre to simulate crew module deceleration.
8. Which country defeated England to win its 7th Women’s T20 World Cup title on July 5, 2026?
A) India
B) Australia
C) New Zealand
D) South Africa
Answer: B) Australia
Explanation: Won by 7 wickets in the final at Lord’s; Shree Charani was leading wicket-taker.
9. The India-Israel Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA) came into force on which date in 2026?
A) July 1
B) July 4
C) July 6
D) July 10
Answer: B) July 4
Explanation: Replaces the 1996 treaty; first OECD country under India’s revised Model BIT.
10. India’s per-capita water availability has fallen to approximately what level by 2025, nearing scarcity threshold?
A) 2,000 m³
B) 1,400 m³
C) 1,000 m³
D) 800 m³
Answer: B) 1,400 m³
Explanation: From 1,816 m³ in 2001; many basins and cities face severe stress.
11. Which state topped the National Delta Ranking for March 2026 (mentioned in July sessions)?
A) Bihar (Purnia)
B) Uttar Pradesh
C) Maharashtra
D) Gujarat
Answer: A) Bihar (Purnia)
Explanation: Secured first place.
12. Which state hosted the 8th edition of Khelo India Youth Games in 2026?
A) Bihar
B) Telangana
C) Delhi
D) Haryana
Answer: B) Telangana
Explanation: Recent editions mentioned in current affairs sessions.
13. The Natural History Museum of which state was notified as India’s 21st biodiversity repository in July 2026?
A) Mizoram
B) Sikkim
C) Arunachal Pradesh
D) Meghalaya
Answer: A) Mizoram
Explanation: Highlighted in daily current affairs.
14. Which state hosted the 8th edition of the Khelo India Youth Games in 2026?
A) Bihar
B) Telangana
C) Haryana
D) Madhya Pradesh
Answer: B) Telangana
Explanation: Telangana hosted the event, continuing the series that promotes grassroots sports talent.
15. In July 2026, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visited which country?
A) Oman
B) UAE
C) Saudi Arabia
D) Qatar
Answer: A) Oman
Explanation: Official visit on July 10.
16. In July 2026, the Delhi Government announced a Rs 8,300 crore project with the World Bank to combat what issue?
A) Waste Management
B) Air Pollution
C) Water Scarcity
D) Urban Flooding
Answer: B) Air Pollution
Explanation: Led by CM, the project focuses on pollution control measures.
17. The proposed governance model for Ladakh under Article 371-like safeguards includes what key feature?
A) Full Statehood
B) Elected UT-level body with executive, financial, and legislative powers
C) Sixth Schedule Autonomous Councils
D) Merger with J&K
Answer: B) Elected UT-level body with executive, financial, and legislative powers
Explanation: Aims to protect tribal culture, land rights, and provide self-governance while addressing revenue limitations.
18. According to recent assessments, what percentage of evaluated fish stocks in India’s marine fisheries were found sustainable?
A) 65.5%
B) 91.1%
C) 78.4%
D) 50.2%
Answer: B) 91.1%
Explanation: Out of 135 stocks evaluated (CMFRI data); India is the 2nd largest fish producer.
19. SBI announced acquisition of NHB’s stake in which company in 2026 to strengthen the mortgage-backed securities market?
A) 10% in RDCL (RMBS Development Company Limited)
B) 20% in a new NBFC
C) Full stake in HUDCO
D) Minority in PFC
Answer: A) 10% in RDCL
Explanation: Reduces NHB stake from 39% to 29%; boosts secondary mortgage market liquidity.
20. Sharnbasva University (Karnataka) signed an MoU with which Vietnamese university in July 2026?
A) Hanoi University
B) Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City
C) Vietnam National University
D) Da Nang University
Answer: B) Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City
Explanation: For academic collaboration in Engineering, Technology, and Management.
21. Global highlight: On July 3, 2026, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married at which venue?
A) Madison Square Garden, New York
B) Wembley Stadium
C) Sydney Opera House
D) Burj Al Arab
Answer: A) Madison Square Garden, New York
Explanation: global pop sensation Taylor Swift married NFL star Travis Kelce in a high-profile private ceremony at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
22. Which Indian bowler was the leading wicket-taker in the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup?
A) Deepti Sharma
B) Shree Charani
C) Harmanpreet Kaur
D) Renuka Singh
Answer: B) Shree Charani
Explanation: Took 14 wickets; set national record.
23. The India-Israel BIA (effective July 4, 2026) includes protections for which type of investments beyond traditional FDI?
A) Only real estate
B) Portfolio investments (shares, bonds, corporate debt)
C) Taxation disputes
D) Land acquisitions
Answer: B) Portfolio investments (shares, bonds, corporate debt)
Explanation: Shortens local litigation period and preserves regulatory rights.
24. PM Narendra Modi arrived in which country on July 10, 2026, as the final leg of a three-nation tour?
A) Australia
B) New Zealand
C) Japan
D) Singapore
Answer: B) New Zealand
Explanation: First visit by an Indian PM in 40 years; talks with PM Christopher Luxon.
25. In July 2026, which state’s Natural History Museum was notified as India’s 21st designated biodiversity repository?
A) Sikkim
B) Mizoram
C) Meghalaya
D) Nagaland
Answer: B) Mizoram
Explanation: Key environment milestone.