Current Affairs in Gujarati 14th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. A bus tragedy in which state killed 14 people after plunging into a gorge in January 2026?
A) Himachal Pradesh
B) Uttarakhand
C) Jammu & Kashmir
D) Sikkim
Answer: A
Explanation: Incident near Nahan, Sirmaur district.
2. The price of gold hit a new record high exceeding which level per troy ounce in January 2026?
A) $5,200
B) $3,000
C) $4,000
D) $6,000
Answer: A
Explanation: Trading data showed gold surpassing $5,200 amid global economic factors.
3. Which operation was prominently showcased during the Republic Day 2026 celebrations, with a tableau and reports of IAF achieving air superiority?
A) Operation Southern Spear
B) Operation Sindoor
C) Operation Northern Shield
D) Operation Vijay
Answer: B
Explanation: A Swiss defence think tank report noted that the Indian Air Force achieved air superiority over parts of Pakistan by May 10, 2025, during Operation Sindoor, featured in the parade.
4. On January 27, 2026, India and the EU concluded or advanced which major agreement during their summit in New Delhi?
A) Free Trade Agreement (FTA)
B) Defence Partnership Pact
C) Critical Minerals Deal
D) Climate Accord
Answer: A
Explanation: The summit advanced/ concluded discussions on a comprehensive India-EU FTA, creating a massive market and boosting economic ties.
5. Which department approved a Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder in Andaman & Nicobar Islands in January 2026?
A) Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
B) Department of Fisheries under MoFAHD
C) NITI Aayog
D) Ministry of Defence
Answer: B
Explanation: The Department of Fisheries approved the Rs. 199.24 crore project under PMMSY with 100% central assistance.
6. NITI Aayog released three reports in January 2026 focusing on enhancing circular economy in which sectors?
A) ELVs, Waste Tyres/E-waste, and LIBs
B) Plastics, Textiles, and Batteries
C) Agriculture Waste, Mining, and Renewables
D) Electronics, Automotive, and Solar
Answer: A
Explanation: Reports covered End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs), Waste Tyres and E-waste, and Lithium-ion Batteries (LIBs) to promote sustainability.
7. The Economic Survey 2025-26 was presented on or around January 29, 2026, by whom?
A) Finance Minister
B) Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran
C) RBI Governor
D) NITI Aayog CEO
Answer: B
Explanation: The CEA presented the survey, providing a pre-budget economic review of India's performance.
8. Which state declared 2026 as the 'Year of Agriculture'?
A) Rajasthan
B) Madhya Pradesh
C) Gujarat
D) Uttar Pradesh
Answer: B
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh Governor announced this to focus on agricultural development.
9. Two cases of which deadly virus in India prompted airport screening in Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia in late January 2026?
A) Zika Virus
B) Nipah Virus
C) Ebola
D) Bird Flu
Answer: B
Explanation: Nipah virus cases led to heightened regional screening to prevent spread.
10. Which robot was deployed by Indian Railways at Visakhapatnam Railway Station in January 2026?
A) ASC ARJUN
B) RoboCop
C) Mitra
D) IRIS
Answer: A
Explanation: The humanoid robot ASC ARJUN was introduced for technological advancement in railway services.
11. The International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026 concluded with the adoption of which declaration?
A) Delhi Declaration 2026
B) Jaipur Declaration
C) New Delhi Accord
D) Mumbai Protocol
Answer: A
Explanation: The conference unanimously adopted the Delhi Declaration 2026.
12. Granth Kutir was inaugurated at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 23, 2026, by whom?
A) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
B) President Droupadi Murmu
C) Vice President
D) Home Minister
Answer: B
Explanation: President Murmu inaugurated this facility.
13. Which country formally acceded to India’s Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI) on January 21, 2026?
A) France
B) Spain
C) Australia
D) Japan
Answer: B
Explanation: Spain joined to strengthen maritime cooperation.
14. In January 2026, the US deployed an aircraft carrier in the Middle East amid tensions with which country?
A) Russia
B) Iran
C) China
D) Yemen
Answer: B
Explanation: Deployment occurred amid escalating tensions with Iran.
15. Which scheme in Gujarat provided financial support of Rs 1,250 crore in the 2025-26 academic year?
A) Namo Laxmi Scheme
B) Mukhyamantri Kanya Sumangala Yojana
C) Ladki Bahin Yojana
D) PM Kisan
Answer: A
Explanation: The scheme focused on supporting girls' education.
16. The Foreign Affairs Council on January 29, 2026, discussed Russia's war against Ukraine and the situation in which region?
A) Indo-Pacific
B) Middle East
C) South China Sea
D) Arctic
Answer: B
Explanation: Discussions covered Ukraine and Middle East developments.
17. Which temple in Madhya Pradesh was recently in the news (linked to Ujjain)?
A) Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple
B) Khajuraho Temple
C) Omkareshwar
D) Chintaman Ganesh
Answer: A
Explanation: Shri Mahakaleshwar in Ujjain featured in recent updates.
18. President Donald Trump claimed a framework deal with NATO for control of which territory in January 2026?
A) Taiwan
B) Greenland
C) Panama Canal
D) Falklands
Answer: B
Explanation: Trump discussed a potential deal regarding Greenland.
19. Which virus outbreak or contamination incident killed people in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, in January 2026?
A) Contaminated water leading to diarrhoea
B) Nipah Virus
C) Dengue
D) Cholera
Answer: A
Explanation: Contaminated water caused deaths and hospitalizations.
20. Spain’s accession strengthened which Indian initiative in January 2026?
A) Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)
B) Quad
C) I2U2
D) BIMSTEC
Answer: A
Explanation: Spain formally joined IPOI.
21. Which ministry released reports on circular economy for ELVs, waste tyres, e-waste, and LIBs?
A) Ministry of Environment
B) NITI Aayog
C) Ministry of Finance
D) Ministry of Heavy Industries
Answer: B
Explanation: NITI Aayog released the three key reports in Jaipur.
22. The US seized which sanctioned tanker in the North Atlantic in early January 2026?
A) Marinera (Bella 1)
B) M Sophia
C) Glory
D) Arctic Star
Answer: A
Explanation: Part of US actions in Operation Southern Spear.
23. Which state launched the country’s first menopause clinics in January 2026?
A) Maharashtra
B) Kerala
C) Tamil Nadu
D) Karnataka
Answer: A
Explanation: Maharashtra pioneered these health facilities.
24. India and Russia inked a deal to manufacture which aircraft in India in January 2026?
A) SJ-100
B) Sukhoi Su-57
C) Tejas Mk2
D) Rafale
Answer: A
Explanation: Landmark deal for SJ-100 aircraft production.
25. Which global forum's annual meeting concluded around late January 2026?
A) World Economic Forum
B) G20
C) COP31
D) BRICS Summit
Answer: A
Explanation: WEF discussions included global issues like trade and geopolitics.