Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
On 12 Oct 2026
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1. Which country recently elevated its relationship with India to a “Strategic Partnership”?
A) Greece
B) Cyprus
C) Italy
D) France
Answer: B) Cyprus
Explanation: India and Cyprus upgraded bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership focusing on trade, technology, and defense cooperation.
2. Agni-1 ballistic missile was successfully test-fired from which place?
A) Pokhran
B) Sriharikota
C) Chandipur
D) Balasore
Answer: C) Chandipur
Explanation: India successfully conducted the Agni-1 missile test from Chandipur, Odisha, strengthening strategic defense preparedness.
3. Which organization recently declared the Ebola outbreak a global emergency?
A) UNESCO
B) IMF
C) WHO
D) UNICEF
Answer: C) WHO
Explanation: The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak a global emergency to increase international response efforts.
4. The proposed indigenous B35 bullet train in India is expected to run at what speed?
A) 250 kmph
B) 280 kmph
C) 320 kmph
D) 350 kmph
Answer: D) 350 kmph
Explanation: India plans to introduce the indigenous B35 bullet train with a top speed of 350 kmph for future high-speed rail corridors.
5. Which Indian state recently adopted the National Sports Governance Act, 2025?
A) Gujarat
B) Rajasthan
C) West Bengal
D) Karnataka
Answer: C) West Bengal
Explanation: West Bengal adopted the National Sports Governance Act to improve sports administration and athlete support systems.
6. Winter Olympics 2026 will be hosted by which country?
A) Switzerland
B) Italy
C) Norway
D) Canada
Answer: B) Italy
Explanation: The 2026 Winter Olympics will be jointly hosted by Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo in Italy. ([Vajiram and Ravi][4])
7. Which Indian classical violinist was selected for the Padma Vibhushan in 2026?
A) L. Subramaniam
B) Zakir Hussain
C) N Rajam
D) Hariprasad Chaurasia
Answer: C) N Rajam
Explanation: Renowned violinist N Rajam was selected for the prestigious Padma Vibhushan award.
8. NITI Aayog recently convened a committee related to:
A) Climate Change
B) Education to Employment
C) Artificial Intelligence
D) Digital Banking
Answer: B) Education to Employment
Explanation: NITI Aayog formed a High-Powered Committee to improve the transition from education to employment and entrepreneurship.
9. India and Russia recently held high-level army talks to improve:
A) Agricultural trade
B) Tourism cooperation
C) Defence cooperation
D) Space research
Answer: C) Defence cooperation
Explanation: India and Russia discussed military collaboration and joint defense capabilities during army talks.
10. Which Indian wrestler recently received permission to participate in Asian Games 2026 selection trials?
A) Bajrang Punia
B) Sakshi Malik
C) Vinesh Phogat
D) Ravi Dahiya
Answer: C) Vinesh Phogat
Explanation: The Delhi High Court allowed Olympian wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the Asian Games selection trials.
11. Which city hosted recent India-US talks on defense, trade, and technology?
A) Mumbai
B) Bengaluru
C) Hyderabad
D) New Delhi
Answer: D) New Delhi
Explanation: India and the United States held strategic discussions in New Delhi covering multiple sectors.
12. The PM Vishwakarma Scheme rollout recently began in which state?
A) Bihar
B) Odisha
C) West Bengal
D) Punjab
Answer: C) West Bengal
Explanation: The PM Vishwakarma Scheme was launched in West Bengal to support traditional artisans and craftsmen.
13. Which journal recently published research on a fuel-saving Earth-to-Moon route?
A) Nature Physics
B) Astrodynamics
C) Space Science Review
D) Astronomy Today
Answer: B) Astrodynamics
Explanation: Scientists published a study in the journal Astrodynamics about a new low-fuel lunar trajectory.
14. Lake Kariba, recently seen in news, lies between:
A) India and Nepal
B) Zambia and Zimbabwe
C) Kenya and Tanzania
D) Uganda and Rwanda
Answer: B) Zambia and Zimbabwe
Explanation: Lake Kariba is one of the world’s largest man-made lakes located between Zambia and Zimbabwe.
15. Which institution partnered with IICA recently for financial education initiatives?
A) RBI
B) SEBI
C) NISM
D) NABARD
Answer: C) NISM
Explanation: NISM and IICA partnered to improve financial literacy and corporate governance education.
16. Which football club won the UEFA Europa League 2025-26 title?
A) Liverpool
B) Aston Villa
C) Barcelona
D) AC Milan
Answer: B) Aston Villa
Explanation: Aston Villa won the UEFA Europa League title by defeating SC Freiburg in the final.
17. The Chandrayaan-3 team received which prestigious award in 2026?
A) Nobel Prize
B) Booker Prize
C) AIAA Goddard Astronautics Award
D) Ramon Magsaysay Award
Answer: C) AIAA Goddard Astronautics Award
Explanation: The Chandrayaan-3 team was honored for its outstanding contribution to space exploration.
18. The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project belongs to:
A) Indian Navy
B) ISRO
C) DRDO
D) Indian Railways
Answer: C) DRDO
Explanation: AMCA is India’s indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter aircraft project led by DRDO.
19. Which ministry is expected to issue the AMCA manufacturing RFP soon?
A) Ministry of Home Affairs
B) Ministry of Defence
C) Ministry of Science and Technology
D) Ministry of Civil Aviation
Answer: B) Ministry of Defence
Explanation: The Ministry of Defence is preparing to issue the AMCA manufacturing proposal.
20. Which Indian city is associated with BEML’s bullet train manufacturing complex?
A) Chennai
B) Pune
C) Bengaluru
D) Ahmedabad
Answer: C) Bengaluru
Explanation: BEML’s Bengaluru complex is involved in manufacturing India’s high-speed train sets.
21. Which organization releases the “Economic Survey” in India?
A) RBI
B) SEBI
C) Ministry of Finance
D) NITI Aayog
Answer: C) Ministry of Finance
Explanation: The Economic Survey is presented annually by the Ministry of Finance before the Union Budget.
22. During the recent Mount Everest expedition, what environmental task was carried out by the ITBP and BSF teams?
A) Weather research
B) Glacier mapping
C) Satellite testing
D) Collection of non-biodegradable waste
Answer: D) Collection of non-biodegradable waste
Explanation: Under the ‘Clean Himalaya – Save Glacier’ campaign, the teams collected plastic and other non-biodegradable waste from the Everest region.
23. Which program was organized by IIT Guwahati to celebrate India getting the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games?
A) Fit India Marathon
B) Sundays on Cycle
C) Khelo India Run
D) Green India Drive
Answer: B) Sundays on Cycle
Explanation: IIT Guwahati organized the ‘Sundays on Cycle’ event to celebrate India’s opportunity to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
24. Recently launched ‘JEEVAN’ app and ‘SHATAYU’ dashboard are mainly designed for whom?
A) Farmers
B) Senior Citizens
C) Students
D) Soldiers
Answer: B) Senior Citizens
Explanation: These platforms were launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to improve care, monitoring, and support services for senior citizens.
25. Which Indian state is emerging as a leader in renewable energy growth in 2026?
A) Punjab
B) Rajasthan
C) Kerala
D) Bihar
Answer: B) Rajasthan
Explanation: Rajasthan has recorded major growth in solar and renewable energy projects in 2026.