Current Affairs 13th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in Marathi
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1. Which state hosted the first-ever Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) scheduled from March 25 to April 6, 2026?
A) Madhya Pradesh
B) Chhattisgarh
C) Jharkhand
D) Odisha
Answer: B) Chhattisgarh
Explanation: Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports announced that Chhattisgarh will host the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games to promote tribal sports talent.
2. What is the name of the joint venture project between Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Bellatrix Aerospace signed in early March 2026?
A) VLEO Satellite Systems
B) Hypersonic Missile Development
C) Quantum Computing Initiative
D) Green Hydrogen Project
Answer: A) VLEO Satellite Systems
Explanation: BEL and Bellatrix Aerospace signed an MoU to develop Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) satellite systems for advanced defense and communication applications.
3. On March 1, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated projects worth over Rs 7,100 crore in which states/UT?
A) Kerala and Lakshadweep
B) Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
C) Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
D) Karnataka and Goa
Answer: B) Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
Explanation: The visit focused on infrastructure, connectivity, and public welfare projects in these regions.
4. Which two landmark agricultural reforms were announced by Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan in March 2026?
A) New Fertilizer Act and Farm Loan Waiver
B) New Seed Act 2026 and Revised Pesticide Act 2026
C) Crop Insurance Revamp and MSP Hike
D) Organic Farming Policy and Agri-Export Zones
Answer: B) New Seed Act 2026 and Revised Pesticide Act 2026
Explanation: These aim to modernize seed quality standards and pesticide regulation for better farmer support.
5. NITI Aayog signed a Phase II pact with which agency in March 2026 to promote SDGs in aspirational districts?
A) World Bank
B) UNDP
C) JICA
D) ADB
Answer: C) JICA
Explanation: The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) collaboration focuses on sustainable development in aspirational districts/blocks.
6. On March 1, 2026, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) celebrated its how many years of foundation day?
A) 20th
B) 25th
C) 30th
D) 15th
Answer: B) 25th
Explanation: BEE marked 25 years of promoting energy efficiency in India.
7. Which Indian defense company was involved in developing VLEO satellite systems in March 2026?
A) DRDO
B) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
C) HAL
D) ISRO
Answer: B) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
Explanation: BEL partnered with a startup for this advanced satellite technology.
8. An IAF Sukhoi-30MKI crashed in which state on March 5, 2026, during a routine mission?
A) Rajasthan
B) Assam
C) Punjab
D) Jammu & Kashmir
Answer: B) Assam
Explanation: The crash occurred at Inglong Ekopi Hill in Assam.
9. In March 2026, India and Canada agreed to a uranium deal worth how much?
A) $1.9 billion
B) $2.5 billion
C) $1.2 billion
D) $3 billion
Answer: A) $1.9 billion
Explanation: The deal was finalized during a meeting between PM Modi and relevant officials.
10. Which airline announced 78 additional international flights in March 2026 due to Iran-Israel conflict disruptions?
A) IndiGo
B) Air India
C) SpiceJet
D) Vistara
Answer: B) Air India
Explanation: Extra flights were added on nine routes to help stranded passengers.
11. The opposition planned an impeachment motion against whom in March 2026?
A) Chief Justice of India
B) Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
C) RBI Governor
D) CVC
Answer: B) Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
Explanation: INDIA bloc parties cited concerns leading to this planned motion.
12. In March 2026, crude oil prices crossed which level per barrel amid regional tensions?
A) $80
B) $90
C) Over $100
D) $120
Answer: C) Over $100
Explanation: Prices surged due to the Iran-Israel/US conflict and supply disruptions.
13. Which new Supreme Leader was reportedly succeeding Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in early March 2026?
A) Mojtaba Khamenei
B) Ebrahim Raisi
C) Hassan Rouhani
D) Ali Larijani
Answer: A) Mojtaba Khamenei
Explanation: Reports indicated Mojtaba Khamenei as the successor amid the ongoing war.
14. How many cheetah cubs were born at Kuno National Park in March 2026, raising India's cheetah count?
A) 3
B) 5
C) 7
D) 4
Answer: B) 5
Explanation: Five new cubs increased the total to 53, as per the Environment Minister.
15. When is IPL 2026 scheduled to start, as confirmed in March 2026?
A) March 15
B) March 28
C) April 1
D) March 20
Answer: B) March 28
Explanation: Star Sports confirmed the start date for the T20 league.
16. India submitted its 7th National Report to which convention in March 2026?
A) UNFCCC
B) Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
C) Ramsar Convention
D) CITES
Answer: B) Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
Explanation: The NR7 assessed progress toward 2030 global biodiversity goals.
17. Which country faced a drone strike damaging a desalination plant in Bahrain in March 2026?
A) Israel
B) Iran
C) Saudi Arabia
D) UAE
Answer: B) Iran
Explanation: Iranian drone strikes affected regional facilities amid escalating conflict.
18. PM Modi inaugurated India's first Ring Metro corridor in which city in March 2026?
A) Mumbai
B) Delhi
C) Bengaluru
D) Kolkata
Answer: B) Delhi
Explanation: The Majlis Park–Maujpur-Babarpur section completed the Pink Line circular route.
19. Which ministry announced training for 1.5 lakh multi-skilled caregivers in the 2026-27 Budget?
A) Health
B) Women & Child Development
C) Skill Development (via NSQF)
D) Social Justice
Answer: C) Skill Development (via NSQF)
Explanation: Part of recognizing volunteer care work under the Union Budget.
20. Which program was launched in Tripura as India's first State Innovation Mission in March 2026?
A) Startup India
B) Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 SIM
C) Make in India
D) Digital India
Answer: B) Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 SIM
Explanation: NITI Aayog initiative to boost state-level innovation.
21. What caused global oil price surges in March 2026?
A) OPEC cuts
B) Iran's blockade of Strait of Hormuz
C) Russian exports halt
D) US shale boom
Answer: B) Iran's blockade of Strait of Hormuz
Explanation: The conflict led to blocked oil transit and soaring prices.
22. Which IIT signed a Framework for Action with ISA in March 2026 for solar skills?
A) IIT Bombay
B) IIT Delhi
C) IIT Madras
D) IIT Kanpur
Answer: B) IIT Delhi
Explanation: Focused on renewable energy capacity building.
23. In March 2026, which country tested advanced missiles impacting regional security?
A) North Korea
B) Pakistan (arms deals)
C) China
D) Iran
Answer: B) Pakistan (arms deals)
Explanation: Large defense exports raised strategic concerns for India.
24. The war in West Asia in March 2026 involved joint strikes on Iran's what facilities?
A) Nuclear
B) Oil
C) Military bases only
D) Ports
Answer: B) Oil
Explanation: U.S.-Israel strikes targeted oil sites, causing fires and disruptions.
25. Which tribal inheritance rights issue was highlighted by Supreme Court in early 2026?
A) Hindu Succession Act applicability to STs
B) Land reforms
C) Reservation quotas
D) Forest rights
Answer: A) Hindu Succession Act applicability to STs
Explanation: SC reaffirmed HSA does not apply to Scheduled Tribes.