Current Affairs 13th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in Marathi
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1. Which asteroid was highlighted in scientific discussions in March 2026?
A) 2024 YR4
B) Bennu
C) Apophis
D) Ryugu
Answer: A) 2024 YR4
Explanation: It featured in mapping and space-related current affairs.
2. What was the status of New START treaty expiration discussions in 2026?
A) Extended indefinitely
B) Due to expire
C) Renewed for 10 years
D) Replaced by new treaty
Answer: B) Due to expire
Explanation: The U.S.-Russia nuclear arms treaty was set to expire, raising stability concerns.
3. In March 2026, which event saw India onboard over 38,000 GPUs under the IndiaAI Mission?
A) National security enhancements
B) Agricultural reforms
C) Metro projects
D) Women's rights initiatives
Answer: A) National security enhancements
Explanation: The GPUs support AI for security and innovation, targeting 100,000.
4. Who was named Player of the Tournament in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026?
A) Jasprit Bumrah
B) Sanju Samson
C) Virat Kohli
D) Rohit Sharma
Answer: B) Sanju Samson
Explanation: Sanju Samson received the award for his outstanding performance throughout the tournament co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
5. What theme was adopted for International Women's Day on March 8, 2026, by UN Women?
A) Empower Women
B) Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls
C) Gender Equality Now
D) Women in Leadership
Answer: B) Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls
Explanation: The theme emphasized dismantling barriers to equal justice, coinciding with the opening of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70).
6. Which country launched missile attacks and drone strikes on Bahrain, Kuwait, and the UAE in early March 2026 as part of retaliatory actions?
A) Israel
B) Iran
C) Saudi Arabia
D) Lebanon
Answer: B) Iran
Explanation: Iran targeted regional allies of the U.S. and Israel, including strikes on desalination plants and naval facilities, escalating the Middle East crisis.
7. In March 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated projects worth over Rs 33,500 crore in which city, including new Delhi Metro corridors?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Puducherry
C) New Delhi
D) Uttarakhand
Answer: C) New Delhi
Explanation: The projects focused on metro expansion and housing to improve urban connectivity and public welfare.
8. Which leader stated that the war against Iran would continue "for weeks" if needed in early March 2026?
A) Emmanuel Macron
B) Donald Trump
C) Benjamin Netanyahu
D) Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Answer: B) Donald Trump
Explanation: U.S. President Trump indicated the conflict could extend to neutralize threats from Iran.
9. What was the reported public disapproval rating in a CNN poll regarding U.S. strikes on Iran in early March 2026?
A) 21%
B) 59%
C) 40%
D) 75%
Answer: B) 59%
Explanation: The poll showed majority American disapproval of the military actions against Iran.
10. Which Indian state launched India's first State Innovation Mission under Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 in early March 2026?
A) Rajasthan
B) Tripura
C) Tamil Nadu
D) Kerala
Answer: B) Tripura
Explanation: NITI Aayog launched the initiative in Tripura to promote innovation at the state level.
11. What major infrastructure projects did PM Narendra Modi inaugurate in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on March 1, 2026?
A) Metro expansions worth Rs 33,500 crore
B) Projects worth over Rs 7,100 crore
C) Highway developments
D) Nuclear power plants
Answer: B) Projects worth over Rs 7,100 crore
Explanation: The focus was on regional connectivity and public welfare projects.
12. Which act was announced to be revised by Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Mussoorie in March 2026?
A) Seed Act 2026
B) Pesticide Act 2026
C) Both A and B
D) None of the above
Answer: C) Both A and B
Explanation: New Seed Act 2026 and revised Pesticide Act 2026 were announced for agricultural reforms.
13. In the ongoing Iran conflict, which country saw an Israeli airstrike on Ramlet al-Baida beach in Beirut reported on March 12, 2026?
A) Iran
B) Lebanon
C) Syria
D) Iraq
Answer: B) Lebanon
Explanation: The strike killed at least seven and injured 21, amid the expanding Hezbollah-Israel conflict.
14. Flooding in which country left at least 43 people dead in early March 2026?
A) Kenya
B) Nepal
C) India
D) Bangladesh
Answer: A) Kenya
Explanation: Heavy flooding caused significant casualties in Kenya.
15. Which party and its candidate won a landslide victory in the Nepalese general election in March 2026?
A) Nepali Congress – Sher Bahadur Deuba
B) Rastriya Swatantra Party – Balen Shah
C) CPN-UML – KP Sharma Oli
D) Maoist Centre – Pushpa Kamal Dahal
Answer: B) Rastriya Swatantra Party – Balen Shah
Explanation: The win followed Gen Z protests and led to a new government formation.
16. The 2026 Winter Paralympics opened in which country in March?
A) Italy
B) France
C) China
D) Canada
Answer: A) Italy
Explanation: The opening ceremony was held in northern Italy.
17. Which country announced a Strategic Energy Partnership with India, including a CAD 2.6 billion uranium supply deal in March 2026?
A) Australia
B) Canada
C) United Kingdom
D) United States
Answer: B) Canada
Explanation: The deal strengthened India's nuclear energy capacity.
18. What was the projected Indian cybersecurity spending for 2026?
A) $2.5 billion
B) $3.4 billion
C) $4.1 billion
D) $5.0 billion
Answer: B) $3.4 billion
Explanation: It reflected an 11.7% increase due to rising AI-led threats.
19. Which G7 action was discussed in response to rising oil prices from the Iran conflict in March 2026?
A) Joint release of emergency oil reserves
B) Sanctions on Russia
C) New trade agreements
D) Currency devaluation
Answer: A) Joint release of emergency oil reserves
Explanation: Coordinated by the IEA to address oil prices exceeding $100 per barrel.
20. In March 2026, France's President Macron emphasized nuclear deterrence by stating 'To be free, we have to be feared' in a keynote speech on:
A) Economic policy
B) Nuclear strategy
C) Climate change
D) EU relations
Answer: B) Nuclear strategy
Explanation: Macron announced plans to boost nuclear warheads amid global tensions.
21. Which Indian city hosted the T20 World Cup 2026 final?
A) Mumbai
B) Ahmedabad
C) Kolkata
D) Bengaluru
Answer: B) Ahmedabad
Explanation: Narendra Modi Stadium was the venue for India's victory.
22. What caused thick black smoke over Tehran in March 2026?
A) Protests
B) Israeli strikes on fuel depots and refineries
C) Industrial accidents
D) Volcanic activity
Answer: B) Israeli strikes on fuel depots and refineries
Explanation: U.S.-Israel attacks targeted energy infrastructure.
23. Which minister stated India's preference for peace, dialogue, and diplomacy amid the West Asia conflict in March 2026?
A) Narendra Modi
B) S. Jaishankar
C) Amit Shah
D) Rajnath Singh
Answer: B) S. Jaishankar
Explanation: External Affairs Minister Jaishankar reiterated India's stance.
24. The Supreme Court of India reaffirmed in 2025-26 that the Hindu Succession Act does not apply to:
A) Scheduled Castes
B) Scheduled Tribes
C) OBCs
D) General category
Answer: B) Scheduled Tribes
Explanation: It upheld tribal customary laws on inheritance.
25. In March 2026, which country arrested 10 people linked to IRGC cells for espionage and sabotage?
A) UAE
B) Qatar
C) Saudi Arabia
D) Kuwait
Answer: B) Qatar
Explanation: Qatar announced arrests amid Iranian strikes on the region.