Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. On what date did the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) come into force in 2026?
A) 1 June 2026
B) 15 June 2026
C) 1 May 2026
D) 18 June 2026
Answer: A)
Explanation: The agreement entered into force on 1 June 2026, strengthening trade ties in the Gulf region.
2. The CCEA approved 4 major National Highway projects worth over Rs 24,249 crore across which states in early June 2026?
A) Odisha, Telangana, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh
B) Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra
C) Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala
D) Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir
Answer: A)
Explanation: These projects aim to boost infrastructure and connectivity.
3. Which four traditional products from Assam received GI status in June 2026?
A) Bodo Jou, Eri Silk, Assam Tea variants, and specific crafts
B) Only Assam Tea and Silk
C) Four unrelated national products
D) Products from other northeastern states
Answer: A)
Explanation: Recognition promotes local heritage and economy.
4. What major development regarding the US-Iran deal was highlighted around mid-June 2026?
A) Signing/completion of a peace deal involving asset release and Strait of Hormuz reopening
B) Escalation of full-scale war
C) Complete withdrawal of all forces
D) No negotiations
Answer: A)
Explanation: Reports indicate progress on de-escalation, $25B assets, and nuclear talks.
5. Recent discussions focused on reimagining which sector for greater inclusion and digital integration?
A) Microfinance
B) Only large corporate banking
C) Stock market regulations exclusively
D) Crypto trading
Answer: A)
Explanation: Emphasis on SHGs, digital lending, and support for small entrepreneurs and women-led enterprises.
6. In June 2026, the RBI held the repo rate at:
A) 5.25%
B) 6.5%
C) 4.5%
D) 5.75%
Answer: A)
Explanation: While cutting GDP forecast and adjusting inflation projections.
7. What is LRLACM?
A) Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile
B) Short-range air defence system
C) Naval submarine
D) Fighter jet
Answer: A)
Explanation: A key Indian defence development.
8. The Aravallis are highlighted as a natural shield against:
A) Desertification
B) Flooding only
C) Earthquakes
D) Coastal erosion
Answer: A)
Explanation: Critical for Rajasthan and surrounding areas.
9. India and Slovakia elevated ties to:
A) Comprehensive Partnership
B) Strategic Alliance only
C) Trade Agreement
D) Defence Pact exclusively
Answer: A)
Explanation: During high-level visits.
10. India joined which Anthropic-led cybersecurity project in June 2026?
A) Project Glasswing (access to Claude Mythos AI)
B) Project Aurora
C) Global AI Ethics
D) Quantum Computing Initiative
Answer: A)
Explanation: For vulnerability detection and cyber defence.
11. India’s exports grew by what percentage to US$ 162.69 Billion (recent figure)?
A) 14.66%
B) 10%
C) 20%
D) 5%
Answer: A)
Explanation: Positive economic indicator.
12. Which port topped in liquid bulk handling?
A) Paradip Port Authority
B) Mundra
C) JNPT
D) Chennai
Answer: A)
Explanation: Recent rankings.
13. PM Modi held bilateral meetings in Evian, France with leaders of Canada, UK, and:
A) UAE
B) China
C) Russia
D) Pakistan
Answer: A)
Explanation: During international engagements.
14. UPI was launched at Galeries Lafayette in which French city?
A) Nice
B) Paris
C) Lyon
D) Marseille
Answer: A)
Explanation: Expansion of digital payments abroad.
15. The 10th Thailand-India Defence Dialogue was held in:
A) Bangkok
B) New Delhi
C) Phuket
D) Chennai
Answer: A)
Explanation: Focused on bilateral cooperation.
16. When are the 2026 Wimbledon Championships scheduled to begin?
A) 29 June 2026
B) 15 June 2026
C) 1 July 2026
D) 20 June 2026
Answer: A)
Explanation: Wimbledon, the third Grand Slam of the year, starts at the All England Club in London on 29 June
17. A major Air India flight crash occurred in which city in June 2026?
A) Ahmedabad
B) Mumbai
C) Delhi
D) Bengaluru
Answer: A)
Explanation: Tragic incident with significant casualties.
18. "No Kings" protests in the US were held against:
A) President Donald Trump
B) Economic policies only
C) Climate inaction
D) Trade deals
Answer: A)
Explanation: Large-scale demonstrations.
19. Florida Panthers won their second consecutive Stanley Cup in 2026 against:
A) Edmonton Oilers
B) New York Rangers
C) Boston Bruins
D) Toronto Maple Leafs
Answer: A)
Explanation: NHL achievement.
20. India joined efforts or highlighted initiatives in wind energy around:
A) World Wind Energy Day (mid-June)
B) Solar Day
C) Hydro Day
D) Nuclear Day
Answer: A)
Explanation: Targets and events noted.
21.Who won the 2026 U.S. Women's Open Golf Championship?
A) Nelly Korda
B) Lydia Ko
C) Brooke Henderson
D) Jin Young Ko
Answer: A)
Explanation: Nelly Korda claimed victory in the tournament held from 4–7 June 2026 at Riviera Country Club, adding to her impressive major record.
22. The Union Cabinet approved a scheme worth approximately Rs 9,585 crore for the replacement of old trucks and buses in which region?
A) Delhi-NCR
B) Mumbai-Pune
C) Bengaluru
D) Chennai
Answer: A)
Explanation: The scheme aims to replace over 2 lakh old (BS-IV and earlier) trucks and buses with cleaner BS-VI/EV vehicles to combat air pollution.
23. India recently signed/exported which missile system to Vietnam (with a similar deal in advanced stages with Indonesia)?
A) BrahMos supersonic cruise missile
B) Agni series ballistic missile
C) Prithvi short-range missile
D) Akash air defence system
Answer: A)
Explanation: The deal (valued around $629 million) boosts India’s defence exports and strategic ties in Southeast Asia.
24. A new/upgraded Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) was recently inaugurated in which Uttar Pradesh city to serve UP and Uttarakhand?
A) Lucknow
B) Varanasi
C) Kanpur
D) Prayagraj
Answer: A)
Explanation: The IMD’s Lucknow centre was upgraded to the 7th RMC, inaugurated by Union Minister Jitendra Singh and CM Yogi Adityanath.
25.Who won the Hypercar category at the 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans (around mid-June)?
A) Toyota Racing (Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi, Nyck de Vries)
B) Ferrari
C) Porsche
D) Cadillac
Answer: A)
Explanation: Toyota dominated the Hypercar class in the endurance racing classic.