Current Affairs in Gujarati 10th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. Who visited Australia for the Third Australia-India Annual Summit from 8-10 July 2026?
A) President Droupadi Murmu
B) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
C) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar
D) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Answer: B
Explanation: PM Narendra Modi visited Australia at the invitation of PM Anthony Albanese for the summit in Melbourne.
2. What major agreement was reached during PM Modi's July 2026 visit to Australia regarding nuclear energy?
A) Joint military exercises only
B) Uranium exports from Australia to India
C) Space cooperation exclusively
D) Trade in agricultural products
Answer: B
Explanation: Australia and India struck a deal on uranium exports for India's nuclear energy sector under IAEA safeguards.
3. Which state presented its Budget 2026-27 announcing a dedicated OTT platform for Assamese cinema, folk music, documentaries, and literature?
A) West Bengal
B) Assam
C) Odisha
D) Tripura
Answer: B
Explanation: The Assam Budget 2026, led by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, includes this cultural preservation initiative along with education and forest conservation allocations.
4. What is the investment pipeline amount announced in Assam Budget 2026-27 for the power sector?
A) ₹50,000 crore
B) ₹77,353 crore
C) ₹1,00,000 crore
D) ₹25,000 crore
Answer: B
Explanation: Assam announced a ₹77,353 crore investment pipeline to transform its power sector.
5. EPFO launched which scheme in 2026 to regularize accepted Provident Fund contributions?
A) Atmanirbhar Scheme
B) Amnesty Scheme 2026
C) Pension Reform 2026
D) Digital EPF Initiative
Answer: B
Explanation: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) launched the six-month Amnesty Scheme 2026.
6. Lakhanpur in which district of J&K was selected for a Street Food Hub under PM SVANidhi?
A) Srinagar
B) Kathua
C) Jammu
D) Udhampur
Answer: B
Explanation: Lakhanpur in Kathua district is among the first towns selected for the development of a Street Food Hub.
7. India and which country elevated ties to a strategic partnership on 11 July 2026, targeting doubled bilateral trade?
A) Australia
B) New Zealand
C) Japan
D) South Korea
Answer: B
Explanation: India and New Zealand elevated relations to a strategic partnership.
8. What new platform did Assam announce in its 2026-27 Budget for regional content?
A) E-Governance Portal
B) Dedicated OTT Platform
C) Skill Development App
D) Tourism Website
Answer: B
Explanation: A dedicated OTT platform for Assamese cinema, folk music, documentaries, and literature.
9. During the India-Australia Summit, what roadmap was endorsed for maritime security?
A) Joint Naval Patrols
B) Joint Maritime Security Collaboration Roadmap
C) Exclusive Economic Zone Agreement
D) Port Development Pact
Answer: B
Explanation: Leaders endorsed the Joint Maritime Security Collaboration Roadmap.
10. Assam Budget 2026 allocated how much for forest conservation?
A) ₹500 crore
B) ₹970 crore
C) ₹1,500 crore
D) ₹200 crore
Answer: B
Explanation: ₹970 crore allocated, with achievements like reclaimed land and zero rhino poaching days.
11. The India-Israel Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA) that came into force on 4 July 2026 replaces which earlier treaty?
A) 2005 India-Israel Trade Agreement
B) 1996 India-Israel Investment Treaty
C) 2010 Defence Cooperation Pact
D) 2020 Technology Transfer MoU
Answer: B
Explanation: The new BIA replaces the 1996 treaty and includes provisions for portfolio investments to strengthen economic ties.
12. Sharnbasva University in Kalaburagi, Karnataka signed a 5-year MoU in July 2026 with which Vietnamese institution?
A) Hanoi National University
B) Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City (IUH)
C) Vietnam National University
D) Da Nang University of Technology
Answer: B
Explanation: The MoU aims to boost academic collaboration in various fields.
13. India and Mali launched their inaugural export promotion forum in July 2026 in which city?
A) New Delhi
B) Bamako
C) Lagos
D) Dakar
Answer: B
Explanation: The forum in Bamako focuses on reinforcing trade and strategic partnerships under the theme “Reinforcing Trade and Strategic Partnerships”.
14. Which bill saw a JPC adopt a report in July 2026 regarding automatic removal of ministers/CMs after detention?
A) 126th Constitution Amendment Bill
B) 130th Constitution Amendment Bill
C) Citizenship Amendment Bill
D) Data Protection Bill
Answer: B
Explanation: The 130th Constitution Amendment Bill proposes provisions for disqualification after 30 days of detention.
15. The VB-G RAM G Act 2025 (effective in 2026) introduced changes to which rural employment scheme?
A) PM Awas Yojana
B) MGNREGA / Rural Employment Scheme
C) PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
D) Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana
Answer: B
Explanation: Key changes include 125 work days, 60-day agri pause, and states funding 40% of wages.
16. What was a major highlight of the 8th India-Japan Defence Policy Dialogue held in Tokyo in July 2026?
A) Focus only on naval exercises
B) Industrial collaboration and cyber security
C) Space exploration agreement
D) Agricultural trade pact
Answer: B
Explanation: Discussions emphasized industrial collaboration and cyber security.
17. Assam Budget 2026 announced funds for how many new universities?
A) 3
B) 5
C) 7
D) 10
Answer: C
Explanation: Infrastructure support for seven new universities.
18. Over how many days without rhino poaching was highlighted in Assam's forest conservation achievements?
A) 500 days
B) Over 860 days
C) 1,200 days
D) 300 days
Answer: B
Explanation: Part of strong conservation record alongside land reclamation.
19. Union Health Minister JP Nadda chaired which meeting in early July 2026 and launched healthcare initiatives?
A) 10th CCHFW
B) 16th CCHFW
C) National Health Mission Meet
D) Ayushman Bharat Review
Answer: B
Explanation: The 16th Central Council of Health and Family Welfare (CCHFW).
20. India withdrew its 2017 travel restriction notification for which country on 12 July 2026?
A) Syria
B) Yemen
C) Afghanistan
D) Iraq
Answer: B
Explanation: The Ministry of External Affairs withdrew the special conditions for travel to Yemen.
21. Which country faced an intense heatwave with bushfire warnings in July 2026?
A) India
B) Australia
C) USA
D) Brazil
Answer: B
Explanation: Extreme temperatures prompted warnings across several regions.
22. What multilateral institution was proposed for military, security, and supply chain projects?
A) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
B) Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB)
C) New Development Bank
D) BRICS Development Bank
Answer: B
Explanation: The DSRB aims to support allied nations.
23. Proposed governance model discussions in July 2026 focused on which Union Territory?
A) Puducherry
B) Ladakh
C) Chandigarh
D) Andaman & Nicobar
Answer: B
Explanation: Focus on a new governance model for Ladakh.
24. Water security issues in rapidly drying India were highlighted in current affairs around which date in July 2026?
A) 1 July
B) 6 July
C) 10 July
D) 14 July
Answer: B
Explanation: Discussions on geo-strategic water challenges.
25. Assam Budget 2026 announced funds for how many new universities?
A) 3
B) 5
C) 7
D) 10
Answer: C
Explanation: Infrastructure support for seven new universities.