Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
On 12 Oct 2026
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1. Pankaj Tripathi was appointed brand ambassador for:
A) A sports brand
B) MBG Card (digital payments/marketing)
C) A car company
D) A banking app
Answer: B) MBG Card
Explanation: Highlighted in recent appointments.
2. What major diplomatic breakthrough was announced involving the US and Iran around mid-June 2026?
A) A new trade agreement
B) A peace deal to end the 2026 Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz
C) A military alliance
D) Sanctions relief only
Answer: B) A peace deal to end the 2026 Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Explanation: US and Iranian negotiators reached a deal, with Trump highlighting no nuclear weapons for Iran and reopening of the Strait.
3. PM Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron inaugurated which event in Nice in June 2026?
A) A trade fair
B) Bharat Innovates 2026 innovation conference
C) A military exercise
D) A cultural festival
Answer: B) Bharat Innovates 2026 innovation conference
Explanation: They focused on technology cooperation, trust, and inviting investments to "Design in India, Develop in India."
4. India and which country upgraded ties to a Comprehensive Partnership during PM Modi's visit in June 2026?
A) France
B) Slovakia
C) Nepal
D) Oman
Answer: B) Slovakia
Explanation: PM Modi’s first state visit to Slovakia sealed stronger trade and defence cooperation.
5. What happened to the Indian-flagged dhow off the coast of Oman in June 2026?
A) It was hijacked
B) It sank due to mechanical failure; all 14 crew rescued
C) It was attacked by pirates
D) It completed its voyage successfully
Answer: B) It sank due to mechanical failure; all 14 crew rescued
Explanation: The crew was safe and moved to a vessel heading to Mumbai.
6. Which new uniform item did the Indian Army introduce as part of the Army Uniforms-2026 Pamphlet?
A) New combat boots
B) Bandi Jacket (Battle Jacket)
C) Kevlar helmet
D) Digital camouflage
Answer: B) Bandi Jacket (Battle Jacket)
Explanation: It replaces existing winter uniforms for all ranks, aiming to end colonial-era practices by June 2029.
7. What international day was observed on 13 June with a specific theme in 2026?
A) World Environment Day
B) International Albinism Awareness Day
C) World Yoga Day
D) World Blood Donor Day
Answer: B) International Albinism Awareness Day
Explanation: It was highlighted in current affairs sessions around mid-June 2026.
8. In the context of BRICS, where is the BRICS Agriculture Ministers meeting being held (India holding chair)?
A) New Delhi
B) Indore
C) Mumbai
D) Bengaluru
Answer: B) Indore
Explanation: Preparations for the BRICS Summit in September 2026.
9. Which Indian political development involved ED questioning and a party crisis in mid-June 2026?
A) BJP internal issues
B) TMC (Trinamool Congress) crisis
C) Congress leadership change
D) AAP split
Answer: B) TMC (Trinamool Congress) crisis
Explanation: It was a top headline alongside national and international news.
10. What impact did the US-Iran peace deal have on India (as per analyses)?
A) Increased oil prices
B) Ease on rupee and oil prices
C) New sanctions
D) Trade restrictions
Answer: B) Ease on rupee and oil prices
Explanation: Relief from earlier tensions in the Middle East.
11. PM Narendra Modi’s visit to France and Slovakia is scheduled from:
A) 10–15 June 2026
B) 13–18 June 2026
C) 15–20 June 2026
D) 20–25 June 2026
Answer: B) 13–18 June 2026
Explanation: The six-day visit includes bilateral talks in France, inauguration of events, and the first-ever Indian PM state visit to Slovakia.
12. Where was the G7 Summit 2026 held, which PM Modi attended?
A) Italy
B) Evian, France
C) Germany
D) Canada
Answer: B) Evian, France
Explanation: France hosted the summit on 16–17 June 2026; India participated as a partner country.
13. With which country did India upgrade ties to a “Comprehensive Partnership” during PM Modi’s June 2026 visit?
A) France
B) Slovakia
C) Germany
D) USA
Answer: B) Slovakia
Explanation: This was announced during the historic first state visit by an Indian PM to Slovakia.
14. What major event did PM Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron inaugurate in Nice?
A) A defence expo
B) Bharat Innovates 2026 innovation conference
C) A cultural festival
D) A trade summit
Answer: B) Bharat Innovates 2026 innovation conference
Explanation: The event showcased Indian deep-tech startups in AI, quantum computing, health tech, etc.
15. Which important international day is observed on 16 June?
A) World Environment Day
B) International Day of Family Remittances
C) World Blood Donor Day
D) International Albinism Awareness Day
Answer: B) International Day of Family Remittances
Explanation: It highlights the contribution of migrant workers’ remittances to families and economies.
16. What recent diplomatic development involving the US and Iran was welcomed at the G7 Summit?
A) New trade sanctions
B) A peace deal to end the 2026 Iran war
C) A military pact
D) Nuclear disarmament talks only
Answer: B) A peace deal to end the 2026 Iran war
Explanation: The deal includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and expectations of sanctions relief.
17. PM Modi is likely to meet which world leader on the sidelines of the G7 Summit?
A) UK PM
B) US President Donald Trump
C) Chinese President
D) Russian President
Answer: B) US President Donald Trump
Explanation: Discussions are expected to focus on trade and bilateral issues.
18. On which date in June 2026 is World Day Against Child Labour observed?
A) 5 June
B) 12 June
C) 16 June
D) 21 June
Answer: B) 12 June
Explanation: The day focuses on eliminating child labour globally.
19. Which team won the record third Men's U-18 Asia Cup Hockey title in June 2026?
A) Pakistan
B) South Korea
C) India
D) Japan
Answer: C) India
Explanation: India defeated host Japan 4-1 in the final at Kakamigahara, Japan, on 6 June 2026.
20. Which cricket event saw India Women beat Pakistan in June 2026?
A) ODI World Cup
B) T20 World Cup opener
C) Asia Cup
D) Bilateral Test series
Answer: B) T20 World Cup opener
Explanation: India defeated Pakistan by 64 runs.
21. Next Chief of Army Staff (as discussed in mid-June 2026 current affairs):
A) Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi
B) Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth
C) Lt Gen Manoj Pande
D) Lt Gen Anil Chauhan
Answer: B) Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth
Explanation: He was highlighted in sessions as the next appointee.
22. India and Bangladesh agreed to enhance cooperation on:
A) Trade tariffs
B) Border security and intelligence sharing
C) Space technology
D) Cricket tournaments
Answer: B) Border security and intelligence sharing
Explanation: Recent high-level meetings focused on this. (Common in June 2026 briefs)
23. US Trade Representative’s visit to India in June 2026 is scheduled for:
A) 10–12 June
B) 23–24 June
C) 5–7 July
D) Already concluded
Answer: B) 23–24 June
Explanation: Aimed at interim trade talks.
24. The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is being hosted by:
A) India
B) England
C) Australia
D) New Zealand
Answer: B) England
Explanation: The tournament runs from 12 June to 5 July 2026; India is scheduled to face Pakistan on 14 June.
25. Which Indian para-athlete or athlete set notable records in athletics events around June 2026?
A) Neeraj Chopra
B) Praveen Chithravel (Triple Jump)
C) Both
D) Neither
Answer: B) Praveen Chithravel
Explanation: He won gold with a strong performance in the Federation Cup; other national records were also set in sprints and jumps.