Current Affairs 13th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in Punjabi
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1. Which country's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, was assassinated in a joint US-Israel strike in late February 2026?
A) Syria
B) Iran
C) Lebanon
D) Iraq
Answer: B) Iran
Explanation: Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was confirmed killed in an attack in Tehran by Israel and the United States, leading to major escalation in the Middle East conflict.
2. What was the primary goal stated for the 2026 Israeli–United States strikes on Iran?
A) Nuclear disarmament only
B) Regime change in Tehran
C) Economic sanctions enforcement
D) Border security
Answer: B) Regime change in Tehran
Explanation: The joint strikes aimed at regime change, resulting in the deaths of Khamenei and several key Iranian officials like Abdolrahim Mousavi and Aziz Nasirzadeh.
3. Which Indian state won its maiden Ranji Trophy title recently (reported in early March 2026)?
A) Mumbai
B) Jammu & Kashmir
C) Tamil Nadu
D) Karnataka
Answer: B) Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation: Jammu & Kashmir achieved a historic first by winning the Ranji Trophy, marking a significant milestone in Indian domestic cricket.
4. What funding amount did Germany announce for a new climate resilience initiative with India in February 2026?
A) EUR 10 million
B) EUR 20 million
C) EUR 50 million
D) EUR 100 million
Answer: B) EUR 20 million
Explanation: Under the International Climate Initiative (IKI), Germany committed up to EUR 20 million to strengthen climate resilience in India.
5. Which Indian state launched its first Dark Sky Park in Kolli Hills in February 2026?
A) Kerala
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Uttarakhand
D) Himachal Pradesh
Answer: B) Tamil Nadu
Explanation: Tamil Nadu inaugurated the state's first Dark Sky Park at Ariyur Shola Reserve Forest to promote astro-tourism.
6. Who inaugurated three major inland waterways projects on National Waterway-2 in Assam in February 2026?
A) Nitin Gadkari
B) Sarbananda Sonowal
C) Narendra Modi
D) Jyotiraditya Scindia
Answer: B) Sarbananda Sonowal
Explanation: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated projects on NW-2 (Brahmaputra) to boost logistics and tourism in the North East.
7. Which event is scheduled for inauguration by PM Narendra Modi in March 2026 in Uttar Pradesh?
A) New Parliament building
B) Noida International Airport
C) Bullet train launch
D) Smart City project
Answer: B) Noida International Airport
Explanation: The country's largest air hub near Jewar is set to be inaugurated, enhancing aviation infrastructure.
8. In response to the assassination of Ali Khamenei, which group fired projectiles at northern Israel?
A) Hamas
B) Hezbollah
C) Houthis
D) IRGC
Answer: B) Hezbollah
Explanation: Hezbollah launched attacks on Israel in retaliation for the strikes on Iran and Khamenei's death.
9. What is the name of the operation or escalation linked to recent US-Israel actions against Iran (reported in early March 2026)?
A) Operation Epic Fury
B) Operation Roar of the Lion
C) Operation Desert Storm
D) Operation True Promise
Answer: A) Operation Epic Fury (or similar escalation reference; based on reports)
Explanation: References to 'Operation Epic Fury' appear in analyses of the escalating conflict.
10. Which country’s Prime Minister visited Israel in late February 2026 to elevate bilateral ties?
A) Canada
B) India (Narendra Modi)
C) Germany
D) UK
Answer: B) India (Narendra Modi)
Explanation: PM Modi’s state visit strengthened India-Israel relations.
11. Who is the current RBI Governor commenting on India's 'Goldilocks' economy in early March 2026?
A) Shaktikanta Das
B) Sanjay Malhotra
C) Urjit Patel
D) Raghuram Rajan
Answer: B) Sanjay Malhotra
Explanation: Sanjay Malhotra highlighted India's robust growth and potential for stable or lower interest rates.
12. Which Gulf cities experienced explosions from Iranian strikes in response to the conflict?
A) Riyadh and Jeddah
B) Dubai, Doha, Manama
C) Cairo and Amman
D) Istanbul and Ankara
Answer: B) Dubai, Doha, Manama
Explanation: Iranian retaliatory attacks impacted these locations.
13. What major geopolitical meeting is scheduled between US President Trump and China's Xi Jinping in March 2026?
A) G20 Summit
B) Bilateral meeting in Beijing
C) APEC Summit
D) WTO Conference
Answer: B) Bilateral meeting in Beijing
Explanation: The leaders aim to address trade uncertainties.
14. Which country launched its first State Innovation Mission under Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 in early 2026?
A) Assam
B) Tripura
C) Meghalaya
D) Sikkim
Answer: B) Tripura
Explanation: NITI Aayog launched India's first SIM in Tripura.
15. What did Rajasthan remove as a disqualification criterion for local polls in recent updates?
A) Criminal record only
B) Two-child rule and leprosy bar
C) Education qualification
D) Age limit
Answer: B) Two-child rule and leprosy bar
Explanation: The state overturned these outdated rules for panchayat and urban local body elections.
16. Which event's 150th anniversary is noted in March 2026?
A) First telephone call
B) First flight
C) Internet invention
D) Moon landing
Answer: A) First telephone call
Explanation: The world marks 150 years since Alexander Graham Bell's first call.
17. What surged due to the West Asia conflict in early March 2026?
A) Gold prices only
B) Global oil prices
C) Cryptocurrency
D) Stock markets
Answer: B) Global oil prices
Explanation: Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and attacks caused oil price surges.
18. Which country’s general elections are scheduled in March 2026 following anti-corruption protests?
A) Bhutan
B) Nepal
C) Bangladesh
D) Myanmar
Answer: B) Nepal
Explanation: Nepal holds its first general elections since protests ousted the government.
19. What HPV-related initiative was highlighted in recent Indian current affairs?
A) National vaccination drive
B) Ban on vaccine
C) Export restriction
D) Research ban
Answer: A) National vaccination drive
Explanation: India advanced HPV vaccination efforts for public health.
20. Which Formula 1 event begins in March 2026?
A) End of season
B) Start of the Formula 1 season
C) Monaco Grand Prix only
D) Winter testing
Answer: B) Start of the Formula 1 season
Explanation: The new F1 season kicks off in March.
21. What is the focus of the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) in March 2026?
A) Climate change
B) Gender equality and women’s rights
C) Trade
D) Security
Answer: B) Gender equality and women’s rights
Explanation: CSW70 addresses global gender issues, with a report launch on failures in protection systems.
22. Which city hosted or is linked to Paris mayoral elections in March 2026?
A) London
B) Paris
C) Berlin
D) Rome
Answer: B) Paris
Explanation: Paris mayoral elections are a key European event.
23. What did PM Modi emphasize in calls regarding the West Asia crisis?
A) Full support to Israel
B) Ceasefire and civilian safety
C) Sanctions on Iran
D) Military aid
Answer: B) Ceasefire and civilian safety
Explanation: India called for de-escalation amid the conflict.
24. Which semiconductor-related development was inaugurated or highlighted in India recently?
A) Intel plant
B) Micron semiconductor plant
C) Samsung unit
D) TSMC fab
Answer: B) Micron semiconductor plant
Explanation: Key milestone in India's semiconductor push.
25. What mandate related to fuel was updated or discussed in early 2026?
A) E10 petrol
B) E20 petrol
C) Diesel ban
D) EV only
Answer: B) E20 petrol
Explanation: Advances toward E20 blended petrol for cleaner energy.