Current Affairs 27th June 2026 : Daily GK Update in English
1. Ashtalakshmi Growth Model is mainly related to development of?
A) Southern States
B) North-Eastern States
C) Western Ghats Region
D) Coastal Economic Zones
Answer: B
Explanation: Holistic growth model for 8 NE states focusing on infrastructure & connectivity.
2. Which port recorded 45% emission cut and became Scope-2 Emission Free?
A) Paradip Port
B) V.O. Chidambaranar Port (VOCPA)
C) Jawaharlal Nehru Port
D) Deendayal Port
Answer: B
Explanation: Model for green maritime growth in Tamil Nadu.
3. India’s share in global ship recycling in 2025?
A) 25.4%
B) 35.4%
C) 30.1%
D) 40.2%
Answer: B
Explanation: Became world’s top recycler, ahead of MIV 2030 target.
4. Amit Shah launched which four digital apps for ICJS?
A) Abhigyan, CrPI, e-Prosecution 2.0, e-Forensics 2.0
B) Nirbhaya, CyberSafe, e-FIR, Aadhaar Police
C) Digital Evidence & FIR Apps
D) Smart Prison & Court Apps
Answer: A
Explanation: AI tools for faster police, forensic & prosecution integration.
5. India’s rank in QS World Future Skills Index 2027?
A) 5th
B) 13th
C) 20th
D) 25th
Answer: B
Explanation: Strong performer in AI readiness & Future of Work.
6. GRSE Limited was upgraded to which CPSE status?
A) Miniratna Category-I
B) Navratna (29th CPSE)
C) Maharatna
D) Category-II
Answer: B
Explanation: Greater autonomy for defence shipbuilding projects.
7. US-Iran 14-point interim agreement is known as?
A) Geneva Accord
B) Islamabad Memorandum
C) Hormuz Treaty
D) Tehran Pact
Answer: B
Explanation: Aims to end 2026 Iran war & ease oil sanctions.
8. Number of active space startups in India by early 2026?
A) Around 100
B) Over 400
C) Around 200
D) Over 600
Answer: B
Explanation: Supported by NSIL revenue growth & private investments.
9. PFRDA launched which AI-powered grievance redressal platform?
A) Pension Mitra
B) Pension Sahayak
C) NPS AI Portal
D) Senior Sahayak
Answer: B
Explanation: For quick resolution of pension subscriber complaints.
10. DRDO successfully flight-tested which missile in June 2026?
A) Agni-VI
B) Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM)
C) BrahMos-II
D) Prithvi-III
Answer: B
Explanation: Tested from Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha.
11. CAG of India signed MoU with Supreme Audit Institution of?
A) USA
B) Israel
C) UK
D) France
Answer: B
Explanation: Cooperation in AI-based public sector auditing.
12. NHAI signed MoU with which institution for transport research centre?
A) NITI Aayog
B) NCAER
C) RBI
D) ISRO
Answer: B
Explanation: Research on transportation, mobility & logistics.
13. PM Narendra Modi achieved milestone of longest-serving elected PM with?
A) Over 3000 days
B) Over 4399 days
C) Over 5000 days
D) Over 2500 days
Answer: B
Explanation: Historic record in Indian politics.
16. PM Modi’s visit scheduled for 27-29 June 2026 to?
A) France
B) Seychelles (50th National Day)
C) USA
D) Japan
Answer: B
Explanation: As Guest of Honour.
15. RBI issued revised directions on which platform for MSMEs?
A) UPI
B) TReDS
C) NEFT
D) RTGS
Answer: B
Explanation: Simplifies onboarding & financing of trade receivables.
16. Jaspal Rana, associated with which sport, was in news in June 2026?
A) Shooting
B) Wrestling
C) Cricket
D) Hockey
Answer: A
Explanation: Legendary shooting coach linked to India’s continued success in international shooting.
17. Supreme Court ordered immediate clean-up & evictions in?
A) Sundarbans
B) Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve
C) Western Ghats
D) Nilgiri Hills
Answer: B
Explanation: To remove encroachers & illegal structures.
18. India announced financial support of $2.5 million to?
A) WHO
B) UNRWA (Gaza)
C) UNICEF
D) WFP
Answer: B
Explanation: Humanitarian aid amid Gaza crisis.
19. Kunal Shah was appointed as Global Head of?
A) Paytm
B) WhatsApp
C) PhonePe
D) Google Pay
Answer: B
Explanation: Meta also acquired stake in CRED.
20. PFC became first CPSU to raise USD bonds under?
A) RBI Swap Window
B) ECB Route
C) FDI Window
D) NRI Deposit Scheme
Answer: A
Explanation: Boost to external commercial borrowings.
21. Major earthquakes in June 2026 struck?
A) Japan & Indonesia
B) Philippines (7.8) & Venezuela (7.5)
C) Turkey & Greece
D) Chile & Peru
Answer: B
Explanation: Significant casualties and damage reported.
22. Indian Navy to commission three indigenous platforms named?
A) INS Vikrant, Arihant, Kalvari
B) Dunagiri, Sanshodhak, Agray
C) Kolkata, Kochi, Chennai
D) Shivalik, Talwar, Godavari
Answer: B
Explanation: Strengthening maritime defence capabilities.
23. India hosted 16th BRICS National Security Advisers Meeting with focus on?
A) Trade only
B) Counter-terrorism & security
C) Space cooperation
D) Climate change
Answer: B
Explanation: As current BRICS Chair.
24. Who won the gold medal for India in the 10m Air Rifle Men Junior event at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026?
A) Rudranksh Patil
B) Pritam Kendre
C) Sarabjot Singh
D) Arjun Babuta
Answer: B
Explanation: India continued strong performance in shooting events at international championships.
25. NITI Aayog released which edition of Trade Watch Quarterly?
A) 5th
B) 8th
C) 10th
D) 6th
Answer: B
Explanation: Covers Q4 FY26 trade performance.