Current Affairs in Gujarati 10th October 2026 : Current GK
On 10 Oct 2026
Current Affairs 20th August 2026 : Daily GK Update in English
1. Sadbhavana Diwas is observed every year on which date?
A) 15 August
B) 19 August
C) 20 August
D) 21 August
Answer: C) 20 August
Explanation: It marks the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi (born 20 August 1944) and promotes national integration, communal harmony and goodwill.
2. Indian Akshay Urja Day (Renewable Energy Day) is celebrated on:
A) 15 August
B) 20 August
C) 2 October
D) 26 January
Answer: B) 20 August
Explanation: Observed on Rajiv Gandhi’s birth anniversary to promote awareness of renewable energy sources like solar, wind, hydro and biomass.
3. The US national debt recently surpassed which milestone?
A) $35 trillion
B) $38 trillion
C) $40 trillion
D) $42 trillion
Answer: C) $40 trillion
Explanation: It crossed $40 trillion (around $40.05 trillion) on/around 18–19 August 2026, driven by defence spending, social programmes and interest costs.
4. Bangladesh held its presidential election on 20 August 2026. The candidates included:
A) Sheikh Hasina and Khaleda Zia
B) Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmed
C) Muhammad Yunus and Abdul Hamid
D) None of the above
Answer: B) Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmed
Explanation: Lawmakers voted between the BNP stalwart Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and the opposition alliance candidate Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmed — the first such election after a 35-year gap.
5. Which Indian cricket team achievement was reported around mid-August 2026?
A) Win in T20 World Cup final
B) Defeat of Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the 1st Test in Galle
C) Clean sweep of Australia in Border-Gavaskar Trophy
D) Win in Asia Cup final
Answer: B) Defeat of Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the 1st Test in Galle
Explanation: India took a 1-0 lead; Manav Suthar’s 10-wicket haul was a key highlight. The second Test was scheduled to begin on 23 August in Colombo.
6. US Ambassador Sergio Gor, during his visit to Srinagar, described Jammu & Kashmir as:
A) A disputed territory
B) An important part of India
C) Under special status
D) A buffer zone
Answer: B) An important part of India
Explanation: He made the statement after meeting J&K CM Omar Abdullah and indicated a possible review of the US travel advisory for the region.
7. A major hotel fire in Kolkata (Mirza Ghalib Street / Free School Street area) on 19 August 2026 killed how many people?
A) 5
B) 7
C) 9 (including a child)
D) 12
Answer: C) 9 (including a child)
Explanation: Most victims were Bangladeshi nationals. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) was formed and a safety audit of hotels was ordered.
8. The National Medical Commission (NMC) proposed:
A) Compulsory rural service for all doctors
B) A single licence/UID system allowing doctors to practise across India
C) Ban on private medical colleges
D) Free medical education
Answer: B) A single licence/UID system allowing doctors to practise across India
Explanation: Once registered with a State Medical Council and allotted a UID in the National Medical Register, doctors would not need fresh registration in other states (draft regulations notified).
9. The Ministry of Defence notified the 6th Positive Indigenisation List (PIL) covering how many items?
A) 250
B) 350
C) 405
D) 500
Answer: C) 405
Explanation: It includes 389 items of DPSUs and 16 of the Indian Coast Guard (critical components, spares, etc.)
10. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off which NCC expedition?
A) Himalayan Boys Trek 2026
B) Aparajita – Parang La 2026 (All India Girls High Altitude Long Trek)
C) Ladakh Girls Expedition
D) Siachen Cadet Trek
Answer: B) Aparajita – Parang La 2026
Explanation: A 250-km, 30-day high-altitude trek for girl cadets across Parang La Pass (≈5,578 m) linking Spiti and Changthang, promoting women empowerment and national integration.
11. India–Thailand joint military exercise MAITREE-XV is being held in:
A) India
B) Thailand (Vibhavadi Rangsit Camp, Surat Thani)
C) Singapore
D) Malaysia
Answer: B) Thailand (Vibhavadi Rangsit Camp, Surat Thani)
Explanation: 15th edition (18–31 August 2026); each side contributed about 85 personnel to enhance interoperability.
12. According to NSO’s PLFS Monthly Bulletin for July 2026, India’s unemployment rate (CWS, 15+ years) stood at:
A) 4.5%
B) 5.1%
C) 5.5%
D) 6.7%
Answer: B) 5.1%
Explanation: It declined from 5.5% in June 2026 (rural 4.5%, urban 6.7%). LFPR was 55.4% and WPR 52.5%.
13. India’s overall exports (merchandise + services) in July 2026 were approximately:
A) USD 70 billion
B) USD 80.14 billion
C) USD 90 billion
D) USD 100 billion
Answer: B) USD 80.14 billion
Explanation: 13.31% YoY growth. Merchandise exports hit a record high of USD 44.24 billion; trade deficit was about USD 15.03 billion.
14. Government of India approved an Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections effective from:
A) 1 August 2026
B) 1 September 2026
C) 1 October 2026
D) 1 January 2027
Answer: B) 1 September 2026
Explanation: Aims to expand household Piped Natural Gas connections (currently ~1.74 crore) by incentivising CGD companies with additional APM gas allocation.
15. MeitY approved additional projects under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) worth approximately:
A) ₹5,000 crore
B) ₹7,875 crore
C) ₹10,000 crore
D) ₹15,000 crore
Answer: B) ₹7,875 crore
Explanation: 31 more proposals; total sanctioned projects reached 106 across 15 states, expected to generate significant production value and employment.
16. AAP leader Satyendar Jain was remanded to judicial custody in connection with which case?
A) Delhi liquor policy
B) Delhi Jal Board Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) tender corruption case
C) Excise policy
D) Land deal case
Answer: B) Delhi Jal Board Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) tender corruption case
Explanation: He, former DJB CEO and others were sent to 14-day judicial custody by a Delhi court.
17. US President Donald Trump announced a major economic campaign against which country, warning of penalties for supporters?
A) China
B) Russia
C) Iran
D) North Korea
Answer: C) Iran
Explanation: Described as an “economic D-Day” / crushing operation amid Strait of Hormuz tensions; UAE had also suspended trade/financial ties with Iran.
18. China achieved which space milestone around this period?
A) First manned Moon landing
B) Successful recovery of a rocket stage on land for the first time
C) Mars sample return
D) Space station expansion
Answer: B) Successful recovery of a rocket stage on land for the first time
Explanation: Second recovery overall (earlier one was at sea); advances reusable rocket technology.
19. BRICS Youth Council Meeting and Youth Summit began in which Indian city under India’s 2026 presidency?
A) New Delhi
B) Mumbai
C) Gandhinagar
D) Hyderabad
Answer: C) Gandhinagar
Explanation: Part of India’s BRICS presidency activities focusing on youth engagement.
20. The UAE accused Iran of firing ballistic missiles and subsequently:
A) Joined a military alliance
B) Suspended all trade and financial dealings with Iran
C) Closed its borders
D) Invited US troops
Answer: B) Suspended all trade and financial dealings with Iran
Explanation: Followed claims of missiles launched toward UAE territory (denied by Iran); heightened regional tensions.
21. Ecuador’s intelligence chief and several others died in a:
A) Plane crash in Ecuador
B) Helicopter crash in Kenya
C) Boat accident
D) Road accident
Answer: B) Helicopter crash in Kenya
Explanation: Tourist helicopter crash killed seven people, including Ecuador’s intel chief Michele Sensi-Contugi, his wife and five US citizens.
22. Digital Bharat Nidhi (formerly USOF) partnered with which state for Amended BharatNet Program implementation?
A) Odisha
B) Chhattisgarh
C) Jharkhand
D) Bihar
Answer: B) Chhattisgarh
Explanation: Agreement with CSBIL, BSNL and CHiPS; ≈₹3,942 crore approved to cover thousands of Gram Panchayats.
23. Razorpay launched India’s first AI-powered payments foundation model named:
A) PayAI
B) Vulcan
C) FinBot
D) SmartPay
Answer: B) Vulcan
Explanation: Designed to make digital transactions more reliable, secure and predictable amid growing e-commerce.
24. Which of the following was a key sports update?
A) India beat Pakistan 5-3 in Hockey World Cup (after 16 years)
B) India lost to Sri Lanka in Test cricket
C) No major cricket or hockey results
D) Only badminton updates
Answer: A) India beat Pakistan 5-3 in Hockey World Cup (after 16 years)
Explanation: Reported among school-assembly and sports headlines around this period (note: some sources also heavily covered the cricket Test win).
25. A nine-judge Supreme Court Bench was set to pronounce a verdict on the definition of which term under the (now-repealed) Industrial Disputes Act?
A) Workman
B) Industry
C) Employer
D) Strike
Answer: B) Industry
Explanation: Reference arising from the expansive interpretation in the 1978 Bangalore Water Supply case.