Current Affairs in Gujarati 10th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. Jal Jeevan Mission completed how many years of implementation as of 15 August 2026?
A) 5 years
B) 6 years
C) 7 years
D) 8 years
Answer: C
Explanation: Launched on 15 August 2019, JJM completed seven years.
2. What is the approximate rural household tap-water coverage under Jal Jeevan Mission as of August 2026?
A) 65%
B) 72%
C) Over 82%
D) 95%
Answer: C
Explanation: Coverage reached over 82% (15.91+ crore households). Over 2 lakh villages are ‘Har Ghar Jal’ certified.
3. Indian Army contingent departed for which joint military exercise with Thailand in August 2026?
A) Yudh Abhyas
B) Maitree-XV
C) Garuda Shakti
D) Surya Kiran
Answer: B
Explanation: 15th edition of Exercise MAITREE (Maitree-XV) held from 18–31 August 2026 at Vibhavadi Rangsit Camp, Surat Thani, Thailand.
4. How many personnel each did India and Thailand field for MAITREE-XV 2026?
A) 50
B) 75
C) 85
D) 100
Answer: C
Explanation: Both sides fielded 85 personnel. Indian contingent mainly from 9 Gorkha Rifles.
5. Supreme Court ordered a fresh survey regarding which wildlife-related issue in August 2026?
A) Tiger corridors
B) Traditional elephant routes
C) Rhino habitats
D) Bird sanctuaries
Answer: B
Explanation: SC directed a fresh survey and ruled that no State can block traditional elephant corridors/routes.
6. Who is the captain of the Indian men’s hockey team at the 2026 FIH World Cup?
A) Manpreet Singh
B) Harmanpreet Singh
C) Hardik Singh
D) PR Sreejesh
Answer: B
Explanation: Harmanpreet Singh continues as captain for a second consecutive World Cup. He scored a brace in India’s 3-1 win over Wales.
7. CBDC-based Direct Benefit Transfer for PMGKAY was inaugurated for which Union Territories?
A) Delhi and Chandigarh
B) Chandigarh and Dadra & Nagar Haveli
C) Puducherry and Lakshadweep
D) Andaman & Nicobar and Ladakh
Answer: B
Explanation: First large-scale adoption of Central Bank Digital Currency for food subsidy transfers under PMGKAY in these UTs.
8. India launched its first-ever guide to grasslands and other open natural ecosystems at which event?
A) COP28 Dubai
B) UNCCD COP17, Ulaanbaatar
C) CBD COP16
D) IPCC meeting
Answer: B
Explanation: Launched at UNCCD COP17 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
9. Jharkhand government cancelled how many recruitment exams due to irregularities (as of mid-August 2026)?
A) 20
B) 30
C) 44
D) 50
Answer: C
Explanation: List of 44 exams (including those by outsourced agency since 2014) cancelled amid student protests.
10. Security agencies dismantled an ISI-backed gang ahead of which event, as stated by Home Minister Amit Shah?
A) Republic Day
B) Independence Day
C) Diwali
D) Parliament session
Answer: B
Explanation: Announced in context of security measures before 15 August 2026 (80th Independence Day).
11. Supreme Court is monitoring progress on water sharing of which river?
A) Krishna
B) Godavari
C) Cauvery
D) Narmada
Answer: C
Explanation: SC decided to watch progress on Cauvery water-sharing arrangements.
12. India’s nationwide transition to which fuel blend raised concerns over vehicle compatibility and mileage?
A) E10
B) E15
C) E20
D) E25
Answer: C
Explanation: Mandatory E20 (20% ethanol-blended petrol) regime sparked debate on legacy vehicle compatibility, mileage loss and maintenance.
13. Odisha’s coastline erosion affects approximately what percentage of its 564-km coastline (as per NCCR assessment)?
A) 15%
B) 22%
C) 28.3%
D) 35%
Answer: C
Explanation: Long-term assessment (1990–2022) by National Centre for Coastal Research.
14. NITI Aayog released a report on the regulatory framework for which sector in August 2026?
A) Manufacturing
B) Professional services
C) Agriculture
D) Tourism
Answer: B
Explanation: Third report in Services Thematic series: “India’s Services Sector: Insights on Regulatory Regime in Professional Services”.
15. National Sports Awards 2025 were announced around mid-August 2026. Which prestigious award was not given this year?
A) Arjuna Award
B) Dronacharya Award
C) Khel Ratna
D) Dhyan Chand Award
Answer: C
Explanation: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced the National Sports Awards 2025 on 18 August 2026.
16. Afghanistan Consulate in Delhi marked the first-ever event related to which occasion in 2026?
A) Independence Day
B) Taliban Victory Day
C) Nowruz
D) Liberation Day
Answer: B
Explanation: First-ever ‘Taliban victory day’ event marked at the consulate.
17. Why are Adivasis resisting the Ken-Betwa river-linking project?
A) Flood risk only
B) Displacement and impact on traditional lands/rights
C) Cost overruns
D) Interstate water dispute
Answer: B
Explanation: Concerns over tribal displacement, rehabilitation and impact on Adivasi communities and ecosystems.
18. India set for record imports of which edible oil due to Russia-Ukraine war effects?
A) Palm oil
B) Sunflower oil
C) Soy oil
D) Mustard oil
Answer: C
Explanation: Expected record soy oil imports linked to global supply disruptions from the ongoing conflict.
19. SpaceX set a record by launching two Falcon 9 rockets how many minutes apart in August 2026?
A) 25 minutes
B) 38 minutes
C) 45 minutes
D) 60 minutes
Answer: B
Explanation: Shortest launch gap of about 38.5 minutes between two Falcon 9 missions.
20. Hockey World Cup update (as of 18 August 2026): India defeated which team 6-1 to go top of its pool?
A) England
B) Australia
C) South Africa
D) Germany
Answer: C
Explanation: India hammered South Africa 6-1 and moved to the top of Pool-D after China beat England.
21. Indian Army Chief was conferred the honorary rank of General of which country’s Army?
A) Bangladesh
B) Nepal
C) Bhutan
D) Sri Lanka
Answer: B
Explanation: Conferred by the President of Nepal (reported around mid-August 2026).
22. PM CARES Fund saw a 592% jump in donations in 2024-25, reaching nearly how much?
A) ₹200 crore
B) ₹350 crore
C) ₹480 crore
D) ₹600 crore
Answer: C
Explanation: Audited statements released in August 2026 showed donations rose to nearly ₹480 crore.
23. Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala began full-fledged EXIM operations in August 2026. It was previously mainly a:
A) Fishing harbour
B) Transshipment hub
C) Naval base
D) Container-only terminal
Answer: B
Explanation: Transitioned from transshipment hub to full commercial gateway for exports and imports.
24. Where is the 2026 BWF World Championships being held?
A) Paris
B) Tokyo
C) New Delhi
D) Jakarta
Answer: C
Explanation: The 30th edition of the BWF World Championships is being held from 17–23 August 2026 at the Indira Gandhi Arena/Indoor Stadium in New Delhi, India (first time since 2009).
25. NABARD launched which platform for rural innovation in collaboration with the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser?
A) Rural Tech Hub
B) RSVC-AMRIT
C) Agri Innovate
D) Gram Digital
Answer: B
Explanation: RSVC-AMRIT platform strengthens technology discovery, validation and transfer for rural areas.