Current Affairs in Gujarati 10th October 2026 : Current GK
On 10 Oct 2026
Current Affairs 15th August 2026 : Daily GK Update in English
1. India celebrated which Independence Day on 15 August 2026?
A) 78th
B) 79th
C) 80th
D) 81st
Answer: C
Explanation: India marked its 80th Independence Day on 15 August 2026, commemorating 79 years since independence in 1947.
2. For the first time on Independence Day, which song was rendered at the Red Fort on 15 August 2026?
A) Jana Gana Mana
B) Saare Jahan Se Achha
C) Vande Mataram
D) Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon
Answer: C
Explanation: ‘Vande Mataram’ was sung for the first time at the Red Fort during Independence Day celebrations, marking 150 years of the national song.
3. In his Independence Day speech, PM Narendra Modi announced a mission to train how many youth in Artificial Intelligence skills?
A) 50 lakh
B) 1 crore
C) 2 crore
D) 5 crore
Answer: B
Explanation: PM Modi announced that India would train 1 crore young people in AI skills over the next year to build capabilities for the AI era.
4. What is the name of the seven streams of strength outlined by PM Modi for Viksit Bharat?
A) Saptarishi
B) Sapta Dhara
C) Sapta Shakti
D) Saptanga
Answer: B
Explanation: PM Modi introduced ‘Sapta Dhara’ (Seven Streams of Strength), covering manufacturing, agriculture, technology & innovation, Gati Shakti, defence, green & blue economy, and soft power.
5. What nuclear power capacity target did PM Modi mention for 2047 in his speech?
A) 50 GW
B) 75 GW
C) 100 GW
D) 200 GW
Answer: C
Explanation: He set a target of 100 GW of nuclear power by 2047 and mentioned plans for five new nuclear reactors, with the PFBR at Kalpakkam attaining criticality.
6. President Droupadi Murmu, in her Independence Day eve address, described students as:
A) Pillars of democracy
B) Architects of India’s future
C) Guardians of the Constitution
D) Future of Atmanirbhar Bharat
Answer: B
Explanation: President Murmu called students the “architects of India’s future” and said India’s youth (65% of population below 35) are its most valuable asset.
7. How many gallantry awards did President Murmu approve on the eve of Independence Day 2026?
A) 65 (including 10 posthumous)
B) 78 (including 13 posthumous)
C) 90 (including 15 posthumous)
D) 100 (including 20 posthumous)
Answer: B
Explanation: She approved 78 gallantry awards, including 13 posthumous, for armed forces and CAPF personnel (including Kirti Chakras, Shaurya Chakras, and Sena/Nao/Vayu Sena Medals).
8. According to NOAA forecasts reported around mid-August 2026, what climatic phenomenon may develop strongly by the end of 2026?
A) La Niña
B) El Niño
C) Indian Ocean Dipole
D) Madden-Julian Oscillation
Answer: B
Explanation: Forecasts indicated a strong El Niño may develop by the end of 2026, with potential implications for India’s monsoon and weather patterns.
9. Which regulator intensified a major food-safety crackdown in Mumbai in August 2026, leading to licence suspensions and voluntary closures?
A) FSSAI
B) Maharashtra FDA
C) CPCB
D) BIS
Answer: B
Explanation: Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) intensified inspections, suspending licences (including of some quick-commerce outlets) and prompting restaurants to shut or reduce hours for cleaning/repairs.
10. The Bar Council of India (BCI) briefly barred enrolment of which university’s 2026 law graduates before withdrawing the order?
A) NLSIU Bengaluru
B) NALSAR Hyderabad
C) NLU Delhi
D) GNLU Gandhinagar
Answer: B
Explanation: BCI issued and then withdrew a directive barring enrolment of NALSAR (Hyderabad) 2026 graduates amid student opposition to inviting CJI Surya Kant as convocation chief guest.
11. The US named India among over 40 countries in a report related to:
A) Climate finance commitments
B) Alleged enabling of China’s tariff evasion
C) Semiconductor export controls
D) Critical minerals stockpiling
Answer: B
Explanation: A White House report titled aspects of “The Great Transhipment Scam” named India and others for allegedly helping Chinese goods evade US tariffs through rerouting.
12. Gurgaon’s anti-encroachment drive reclaimed approximately how much road space by mid-August 2026?
A) 30 km
B) 45 km
C) 60 km
D) 80 km
Answer: C
Explanation: Officials reported that the drive had reclaimed about 60 km of road space.
13. Delhi University’s revised history syllabus notably dropped a dedicated paper on:
A) Mughal Empire
B) Delhi Sultanate
C) Vijayanagara Empire
D) Maratha Confederacy
Answer: B
Explanation: The revised postgraduate history syllabus no longer includes a specific paper on the Delhi Sultanate, sparking debate.
14. A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off which Indonesian island on 15 August 2026?
A) Sumatra
B) Java
C) Flores
D) Sulawesi
Answer: C
Explanation: A strong 7.7-magnitude quake struck off Flores Island (eastern Indonesia), with aftershocks and a temporary tsunami warning.
15. India’s goods exports reportedly surged by approximately how much in July 2026 (as per mid-August reports)?
A) 10%
B) 15%
C) 20%
D) 25%
Answer: C
Explanation: Reports highlighted a nearly 20% surge in goods exports as India diversified trade, though the trade deficit remained elevated.
16. Rajasthan Cabinet gave nod to Bills related to which of the following in August 2026?
A) Uniform Civil Code and tree protection
B) Free electricity and farm loan waiver
C) Anti-conversion and cow protection
D) Local body reforms and education
Answer: A
Explanation: The Rajasthan Cabinet approved Bills for a Uniform Civil Code and for the protection of trees.
17. An AI speech recognition model trained on how many Indian languages and dialects was released around this period?
A) 22
B) 45
C) 65
D) 100
Answer: C
Explanation: An AI speech recognition model trained on 65 Indian languages and dialects was released, highlighting progress in inclusive language technology.
18. Eminent historian of modern India who passed away at 87 in August 2026 was:
A) Romila Thapar
B) Sumit Sarkar
C) Irfan Habib
D) Bipan Chandra
Answer: B
Explanation: Sumit Sarkar, a noted scholar of modern Indian history, died at the age of 87.
19. Instruments Research & Development Establishment (IRDE) / IOL launched indigenous high-resolution binoculars named:
A) Netra
B) Garud
C) Drishti
D) Chakshu
Answer: B
Explanation: Indigenous ‘GARUD’ high-resolution binoculars were launched for the civil market.
20. How many workers were killed in the Uttarakhand (Chamoli) hydroelectric tunnel accident in mid-August 2026?
A) 5
B) 7
C) 10
D) 12
Answer: B
Explanation: At least seven workers died and several others were injured when water and debris entered an under-construction tunnel at a hydroelectric project site in Chamoli.
21. On Pakistan’s Independence Day (14 August 2026), whose convoy was attacked in Balochistan?
A) Chief Minister
B) Home Minister
C) Governor
D) Army Chief
Answer: B
Explanation: Balochistan Home Minister Mir Ziaullah Langove’s convoy was attacked; he escaped unhurt while six people (including security personnel) were injured.
22. PM Modi mentioned that an Innovation Fund of how much has been created to support youth ideas?
A) ₹50,000 crore
B) ₹1 lakh crore
C) ₹2 lakh crore
D) ₹5 lakh crore
Answer: B
Explanation: He announced a ₹1 lakh crore Innovation Fund to support young innovators and startups.
23. The Government removed the earlier 12-minute-per-hour advertisement cap for:
A) Radio stations
B) Television channels
C) OTT platforms
D) Print media
Answer: B
Explanation: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting removed the 12-minute advertisement duration cap for TV channels to promote ease of doing business and level the field with digital media.
24. A CAG audit found that approximately what percentage of audited railway stations were deficient in basic amenities?
A) 65%
B) 75%
C) 89%
D) 95%
Answer: C
Explanation: Nearly 89% (458 out of 512) of audited stations were deficient in one or more essential amenities such as fans, water coolers, toilets, etc.
25. India reaffirmed its longstanding ties with which country just ahead of the fifth anniversary of the Taliban’s takeover of Kabul?
A) Iran
B) Afghanistan
C) Pakistan
D) Myanmar
Answer: B
Explanation: The MEA reaffirmed India’s longstanding ties with Afghanistan and the Afghan people, noting ongoing engagements in development, trade and connectivity.