Current Affairs in Gujarati 10th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. The Karlapat Bauxite Block in Odisha is in the news recently. What makes it significant?
A) It is India’s first offshore bauxite mine
B) It is one of India’s largest unallotted greenfield bauxite deposits with ~207 million tonnes
C) It is located entirely within a protected tiger reserve
D) It was recently nationalized by the central government
Answer: B
Explanation: The Karlapat block in Kalahandi district, Odisha, is a major greenfield deposit attracting bids from companies like Vedanta, Hindalco, Adani, and others. Odisha produces over 70% of India’s bauxite.
2. Which city recently received approval for six urban development projects worth ₹2,719.80 crore under the Urban Challenge Fund?
A) Surat
B) Ahmedabad
C) Vadodara
D) Rajkot
Answer: B
Explanation: Ahmedabad was approved for these projects to boost urban infrastructure.
3. VISHWAS 2026 is a one-time dispute resolution scheme launched by which organization?
A) ESIC
B) RBI
C) Income Tax Department
D) Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Answer: A
Explanation: It aims to resolve pending disputes efficiently.
4. India’s first privately developed rocket, Vikram-1, is associated with which company?
A) ISRO
B) Skyroot Aerospace
C) HAL
D) DRDO
Answer: B
Explanation: Skyroot Aerospace achieved this milestone in early July 2026.
5. Which state leads India in bauxite production, accounting for over 70% of the country’s output?
A) Jharkhand
B) Gujarat
C) Odisha
D) Chhattisgarh
Answer: C
Explanation: Odisha dominates bauxite resources and production.
6. In July 2026, the IMF’s World Economic Outlook update projected India’s growth for FY27 at:
A) 5.8%
B) 6.4%
C) 7.2%
D) 6.8%
Answer: B
Explanation: The IMF highlighted India’s resilient economic performance.
7. Which country’s military is reportedly building a giant barrier in a portion of Gaza it controls?
A) Israel
B) US
C) Egypt
D) Jordan
Answer: A
Explanation: Ongoing conflict developments.
8. Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0 reports for 2025-26 were released by which ministry?
A) Ministry of Education
B) NITI Aayog
C) Ministry of Finance
D) Ministry of Skill Development
Answer: A
Explanation: No state/UT achieved the highest grade.
9. CSIR-IICT developed India’s first indigenous process technology for which refrigerant?
A) HFO-1234yf
B) R-134a
C) R-410A
D) CFC-12
Answer: A
Explanation: This supports eco-friendly cooling solutions.
10. Which Indian bank celebrated its 71st Foundation Day on 1 July 2026?
A) Punjab National Bank
B) State Bank of India
C) Bank of Baroda
D) Canara Bank
Answer: B
Explanation: SBI traces its origins to the Imperial Bank of India.
11. The National e-Governance Award 2026 gold medal was recently awarded in the context of which organization?
A) ICMR
B) ISRO
C) RBI
D) SEBI
Answer: A
Explanation: Recognition for digital initiatives in health/research.
12. Yemen’s Houthis declared a naval blockade against which country?
A) Israel
B) Saudi Arabia
C) UAE
D) Egypt
Answer: B
Explanation: Opening a new front in the regional conflict.
13. India held bilateral discussions in July 2026 with which country on trade, investment, and digital connectivity?
A) New Zealand
B) Panama
C) Spain
D) Both B and C
Answer: D
Explanation: Multiple engagements strengthening ties.
14. Who was selected as the new Hamas leader after surviving assassination attempts?
A) Yahya Sinwar
B) Khalil al-Hayya
C) Ismail Haniyeh
D) Mohammed Deif
Answer: B
Explanation: Recent leadership transition in the group.
15. India and Spain advanced talks on interoperability between which payment systems?
A) UPI and Bizum
B) RuPay and Visa
C) BHIM and PayPal
D) NEFT and SEPA
Answer: A
Explanation: Boosting cross-border digital payments.
16. PM Modi’s visit to Auckland (New Zealand) was the first by an Indian PM in how many decades?
A) Two
B) Three
C) Four
D) Five
Answer: C
Explanation: Strengthened strategic partnership.
17. In the context of US-Iran tensions, which deal with Saudi Arabia was approved regarding nuclear fuel?
A) Allowing uranium enrichment for reactors
B) Banning nuclear cooperation
C) Joint military exercises only
D) Oil export restrictions
Answer: A
Explanation: Part of broader diplomatic shifts.
18. Which African country’s former Deputy President confirmed a 2027 presidential run?
A) Nigeria
B) Kenya (Rigathi Gachagua)
C) South Africa
D) Ethiopia
Answer: B
Explanation: Ongoing political developments in Kenya.
19. China suspended rare earth exports to which country in recent news?
A) US
B) Japan
C) India
D) Australia
Answer: B
Explanation: Escalating trade tensions.
20. The July/August 2026 issue of Foreign Affairs magazine focuses on topics including:
A) Losing the War of the Future (technologies threatening US military advantage)
B) Middle East Power Paradox
C) Both A and B
D) Only climate change
Answer: C
Explanation: Key geopolitical analyses.
21. CrossFit Games 2026 are being held in which month?
A) June
B) July (22-26)
C) August
D) September
Answer: B
Explanation: Major fitness event with various individual events.
22. What is UFOSS in recent Indian scientific news?
A) Underwater Fiber Optic Sensing System
B) Urban Flood Observation Satellite System
C) Unified Financial Oversight Software
D) Ultra-Fast Orbital Space Station
Answer: A
Explanation: For monitoring or defense applications.
23. 10 years of which scheme was highlighted in early July 2026?
A) PMKSY (Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana)
B) Ayushman Bharat
C) Make in India
D) Digital India
Answer: A
Explanation: Focus on irrigation and water management.
24. Which tribe lives in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu?
A) Toda
B) Santhal
C) Bhil
D) Gond
Answer: A
Explanation: Static GK linked to recent cultural/news contexts.
25. The K9 Vajra-T artillery has a range of approximately:
A) 20-30 km
B) 40-50 km
C) 60-70 km
D) 10-20 km
Answer: B
Explanation: Indian Army’s indigenous/self-propelled howitzer.