Current Affairs in Gujarati 15th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. Which global leader hosted a New Year's Eve party in early 2026?
A) US President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago
B) UK Prime Minister
C) French President
D) Chinese President
Answer: A) US President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Explanation: Trump hosted the event with prominent attendees.
2. What major policy change did India Post implement from January 1, 2026?
A) Discontinuation of certain outward international letter mail services
B) Introduction of free international parcel delivery
C) Mandatory digital tracking for all domestic mails
D) Increase in stamp prices for inland letters
Answer: A) Discontinuation of certain outward international letter mail services
Explanation: To enhance reliability, tracking, customs compliance, and security, India Post discontinued specific outward international letter mail services effective January 1, 2026.
3. Which state in India became the first to establish a national Artificial Intelligence research institution under a PPP model, starting operations on January 1, 2026?
A) Karnataka
B) Maharashtra
C) Gujarat
D) Kerala
Answer: C) Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat launched the India Artificial Intelligence Research Organization (IAIRO) as a non-profit under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, making it the first state-level AI research body in PPP mode.
4. What tragic incident occurred in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on New Year's Eve 2025/January 1, 2026?
A) A major earthquake
B) A fire and explosion at a bar killing at least 46 people
C) A political protest turning violent
D) A ski resort avalanche
Answer: B) A fire and explosion at a bar killing at least 46 people
Explanation: At least 46 people were killed and around 100 injured in an explosion and fire suspected to be caused by pyrotechnics at a crowded bar during New Year's Eve celebrations.
5. Which scheme completed nine years of implementation on January 1, 2026?
A) Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)
B) Pradhan Mantri Gram Swaraj Abhiyan
C) Ayushman Bharat
D) PM-KISAN
Answer: A) Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)
Explanation: The flagship maternity benefit scheme PMMVY, aimed at supporting pregnant women and lactating mothers, marked nine years on January 1, 2026.
6. Who launched initiatives under the Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) programme on January 1, 2026?
A) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
B) President Droupadi Murmu
C) Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
D) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
Answer: B) President Droupadi Murmu
Explanation: President Droupadi Murmu launched SOAR initiatives, part of the Skill India Mission, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre in New Delhi.
7. What significant economic milestone did India achieve by early 2026?
A) Became the world's third-largest economy
B) Surpassed Japan to become the fourth-largest economy
C) Achieved $5 trillion GDP
D) Overtook Germany in nominal GDP
Answer: B) Surpassed Japan to become the fourth-largest economy
Explanation: India's GDP reached USD 4.18 trillion, surpassing Japan and positioning it as the fourth-largest economy globally.
8. Which new law or change took effect in the US on January 1, 2026, related to foreign nationals?
A) Suspension of certain visa issuances to protect national security
B) Mandatory green card renewals
C) Free entry for tourists from allied nations
D) Ban on all student visas
Answer: A) Suspension of certain visa issuances to protect national security
Explanation: Presidential Proclamation 10998 restricted entry of certain foreign nationals, effective January 1, 2026.
9. Who won the Women's section of the World Blitz Chess Championship announced in early January 2026?
A) Anna Muzychuk
B) Bibisara Assaubayeva
C) Hou Yifan
D) Ju Wenjun
Answer: B) Bibisara Assaubayeva
Explanation: Kazakh GM Bibisara Assaubayeva defeated Ukrainian GM Anna Muzychuk 2.5–1.5 in the final for her third title.
10. Which financial change was implemented in India from January 1, 2026, regarding credit scores?
A) Weekly updates by credit bureaus
B) Annual updates only
C) Mandatory credit score sharing with employers
D) Elimination of credit scores
Answer: A) Weekly updates by credit bureaus
Explanation: Credit bureaus shifted from a 15-day cycle to weekly data refreshes, improving accuracy and timeliness.
11. What major defence procurement deal was signed by India's Ministry of Defence in late 2025, effective in early 2026?
A) Rs 4,666 crore for carbines and torpedoes
B) Acquisition of Rafale jets
C) Purchase of S-400 systems
D) Indigenous aircraft carrier
Answer: A) Rs 4,666 crore for carbines and torpedoes
Explanation: Contracts worth Rs 4,666 crore were signed for Close Quarter Battle Carbines for the Army and Heavy Weight Torpedoes for the Navy.
12. Which international event marked the beginning of 2026 with widespread fireworks displays worldwide?
A) New Year's Eve celebrations
B) Republic Day parades
C) Lunar New Year
D) Winter Olympics opening
Answer: A) New Year's Eve celebrations
Explanation: Global cities like Dubai, Sydney, London, and Paris hosted spectacular fireworks to welcome 2026.
13. What change occurred in India's 8th Pay Commission implementation from January 1, 2026?
A) Salary and pension revisions for central government employees
B) Elimination of DA
C) Reduction in basic pay
D) Merger with state pay scales
Answer: A) Salary and pension revisions for central government employees
Explanation: The 8th Pay Commission term began, with potential hikes in salaries and pensions for central government employees and pensioners.
14. Which global market event occurred on January 2, 2026, marking the first trading day of the year?
A) US stocks closed mixed with Treasury yields higher
B) Major crash in Asian markets
C) Bitcoin hit $100,000
D) Oil prices dropped below $50
Answer: A) US stocks closed mixed with Treasury yields higher
Explanation: The S&P 500 and Dow gained slightly, snapping losing streaks, while the dollar strengthened.
15. What initiative was launched in India to empower rural women entrepreneurs in early 2026?
A) Gramin Shakti Yojana 2.0
B) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
C) Stand-Up India
D) Mudra Yojana
Answer: A) Gramin Shakti Yojana 2.0
Explanation: Focused on agricultural infrastructure and market access for rural women.
16. Which humanitarian organizations were suspended from operating in Gaza starting January 1, 2026?
A) Doctors Without Borders, IRC, Oxfam, Caritas
B) UNRWA, WHO, UNICEF
C) Red Cross, Amnesty International
D) Save the Children, World Vision
Answer: A) Doctors Without Borders, IRC, Oxfam, Caritas
Explanation: Israel suspended them for allegedly failing vetting rules and cooperating with Hamas.
17. What was the theme of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting scheduled for January 19-23, 2026?
A) A Spirit of Dialogue
B) Rebuilding Trust
C) Future of Growth
D) Global Cooperation
Answer: A) A Spirit of Dialogue
Explanation: The Davos forum focused on cooperation in a contested world, growth, and planetary boundaries.
18. Which country became the first to implement weekly credit score updates from January 1, 2026?
A) India
B) United States
C) China
D) United Kingdom
Answer: A) India
Explanation: Part of banking reforms for better transparency and fraud prevention.
19. Which event in Switzerland caused international mourning in early January 2026?
A) Fire at a ski resort bar
B) Political crisis
C) Earthquake
D) Floods
Answer: A) Fire at a ski resort bar
Explanation: The Crans-Montana incident killed dozens.
20. Which military appointment took place in the Indian Air Force on January 1, 2026?
A) Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor as Vice Chief of Air Staff
B) New Chief of Defence Staff
C) Army Chief change
D) Navy Chief appointment
Answer: A) Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor as Vice Chief of Air Staff
Explanation: He took charge as the new Vice Chief of the Air Staff.
21. What health-related change affected over 20 million Americans from January 1, 2026?
A) Loss of healthcare coverage due to Congressional recess
B) Free vaccination drive
C) Mandatory health insurance
D) Reduction in Medicare benefits
Answer: A) Loss of healthcare coverage due to Congressional recess
Explanation: Over 20 million lost coverage as per reports.
22. Which tournament is scheduled in New Delhi from January 13-18, 2026?
A) India Open (BWF Super 750)
B) Mumbai Marathon
C) Australian Open
D) Six Nations Rugby
Answer: A) India Open (BWF Super 750)
Explanation: Venue capacity doubled to over 8,000 seats, featuring top shuttlers like PV Sindhu.
23. What policy change was introduced in India's co-lending framework from January 1, 2026?
A) Lenders must retain at least 10% of loans
B) Complete risk transfer to NBFCs
C) Ban on co-lending
D) Zero interest on co-lent loans
Answer: A) Lenders must retain at least 10% of loans
Explanation: RBI's update for fair risk-sharing.
24. Which international observance marked January 1, 2026, as a key day?
A) National Hangover Day
B) World Laughter Day
C) International Mentoring Day
D) Holocaust Memorial Day
Answer: A) National Hangover Day
Explanation: A light-hearted observance following New Year's Eve.
25. What milestone did the Pradhan Mantri Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (or similar rural scheme) achieve in early 2026?
A) Jal Seva Aankalan completion target by January 26
B) Full electrification
C) 100% digital payments
D) Road connectivity
Answer: A) Jal Seva Aankalan completion target by January 26
Explanation: For all HGJ Gram Panchayats.