Current Affairs 13th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in Marathi
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1. What was the primary focus of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Rajasthan and Gujarat on February 28, 2026?
A) Launch of semiconductor plant
B) Nationwide HPV Vaccination Programme
C) Inauguration of Light Combat Helicopter
D) Tribal festivals announcement
Answer: B
Explanation: PM Modi launched the nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Programme in Kayad, Ajmer (Rajasthan), targeting girls aged 14 years across all States and UTs, as part of a healthcare initiative.
2. In which city did PM Narendra Modi launch the HPV Vaccination Programme in late February 2026?
A) Ahmedabad
B) Jaipur
C) Kayad, Ajmer
D) Sanand
Answer: C
Explanation: The launch occurred in Kayad, Ajmer district, Rajasthan, during his day-long visit covering Rajasthan and Gujarat.
3. What major joint military operation did the US and Israel launch against Iran in late February/early March 2026?
A) Operation Lion’s Roar
B) Operation Epic Fury
C) Operation Genesis
D) Both B and C
Answer: D
Explanation: The US called it Operation Epic Fury (or Genesis), while Israel referred to it as Operation Lion’s Roar. It targeted Iranian leadership, nuclear sites, and military facilities.
4. Who was assassinated in the US-Israel strikes on Iran in late February 2026?
A) President Masoud Pezeshkian
B) Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
C) Defense Minister Aziz Nasir Zadeh
D) Intelligence Chief Yahya Hamidi
Answer: B
Explanation: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, was killed along with around 40-50 senior officials in strikes on Tehran, triggering a major regional escalation.
5. What was the reported death toll in one Iranian city (Sanandaj) from US-Israel strikes in early March 2026?
A) 153
B) Over 500
C) 49
D) 40
Answer: B
Explanation: Reports indicated over 555 deaths in broader attacks, with specific strikes in Sanandaj hitting densely populated areas.
6. Which country did Iran target with ballistic missiles on March 3, 2026, though they were intercepted?
A) Israel
B) Saudi Arabia
C) Cyprus
D) UAE
Answer: C
Explanation: Iran launched two ballistic missiles toward Cyprus (near British bases), both intercepted before impact.
7. What incident damaged Al Minhad Air Base in early March 2026?
A) US friendly fire
B) Iranian drone strike
C) Hezbollah rocket attack
D) Pakistani airstrike
Answer: B
Explanation: An Iranian drone strike hit the base (headquarters of Australian Joint Task Force 633 in UAE), with no casualties reported.
8. Which event occurred in space/astronomy on March 3, 2026?
A) Solar eclipse
B) Total lunar eclipse
C) Mars opposition
D) Comet sighting
Answer: B
Explanation: A total lunar eclipse was visible in eastern Asia, Oceania, Pacific, and Americas on March 3, 2026 (night of March 2-3 in some zones).
9. What major defense asset did President Droupadi Murmu experience in Rajasthan recently?
A) Agni missile test
B) Sortie in Prachand Light Combat Helicopter
C) INS Vikrant commissioning
D) S-400 deployment
Answer: B
Explanation: She undertook a sortie in the indigenous Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand at Air Force Station Jaisalmer.
10. Where was India's first semiconductor ATMP facility inaugurated in early March 2026?
A) Ajmer, Rajasthan
B) Sanand, Gujarat
C) Noida, UP
D) Hyderabad
Answer: B
Explanation: PM Modi inaugurated the Assembly, Testing, Marking, and Packaging (ATMP) facility in Sanand, Gujarat.
11. Which country signed a $2.6 billion uranium deal with India in early March 2026?
A) Australia
B) Canada
C) Kazakhstan
D) France
Answer: B
Explanation: India and Canada signed the deal, aiming for $50 billion bilateral trade by 2030 with CEPA push.
12. What friendly fire incident involving US aircraft was reported in early March 2026?
A) Downed F-35s in Israel
B) Three F-15 jets downed by Kuwaiti forces
C) Apache helicopters in Syria
D) Drones in Iraq
Answer: B
Explanation: Three US F-15 fighter jets were mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti forces amid regional tensions.
13. Why was PV Sindhu potentially missing the All England Open in March 2026?
A) Injury
B) Stranded in Dubai due to travel disruptions
C) Visa issues
D) Tournament cancellation
Answer: B
Explanation: The badminton player was stuck in Dubai, affecting her schedule along with other Indian players.
14. Which Indian state launched the first State Innovation Mission under Atal Innovation Mission in early March 2026?
A) Gujarat
B) Rajasthan
C) Tripura
D) Karnataka
Answer: C
Explanation: NITI Aayog launched India's first SIM in Tripura.
15. What escalation involved Pakistan in early March 2026?
A) War declaration on Afghanistan's Taliban government
B) Border clashes with India
C) Missile test
D) Trade agreement with Iran
Answer: A
Explanation: Pakistan entered open war with Afghanistan's Taliban after border tensions escalated.
16. Which embassy faced a drone attack in Riyadh in early March 2026?
A) Israeli
B) US
C) Indian
D) British
Answer: B
Explanation: Explosions and fire occurred at the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia following Iranian drone strikes.
17. What health program targets girls aged 14 across India as per late February 2026 launch?
A) Polio eradication
B) HPV Vaccination
C) TB elimination
D) Anemia control
Answer: B
Explanation: The nationwide HPV Vaccination Programme aims to prevent cervical cancer.
18. Which helicopter is India's indigenous Light Combat Helicopter flown by the President?
A) Rudra
B) Prachand (LCH)
C) Dhruv
D) Cheetah
Answer: B
Explanation: Prachand LCH was demonstrated at Jaisalmer.
19. What initiative did India and Germany strengthen in early March 2026?
A) Defense pact
B) Climate resilience with EUR 20 million
C) Trade agreement
D) Space cooperation
Answer: B
Explanation: A new EUR 20 million initiative focused on climate resilience.
20. Which city in Iran saw a school bombing reported in US-Israel strikes?
A) Tehran
B) Minab (girls’ school)
C) Isfahan
D) Shiraz
Answer: B
Explanation: Missiles struck a girls’ school near a military base in Minab, killing at least 153 students.
21. What major sporting achievement was linked to Jammu & Kashmir recently?
A) Maiden Ranji Trophy title
B) IPL win
C) Olympics medal
D) Cricket World Cup
Answer: A
Explanation: Jammu & Kashmir won their first Ranji Trophy.
22. Which ministry announced tribal festivals in March 2026?
A) Ministry of Culture
B) Ministry of Tribal Affairs
C) Ministry of Tourism
D) Ministry of Women & Child Development
Answer: B
Explanation: MoTA planned three flagship festivals to showcase tribal culture.
23. What SEBI mandate was highlighted in early March 2026?
A) Disclosure of registered name & number on social media
B) Crypto trading ban
C) Stock split rules
D) IPO guidelines
Answer: A
Explanation: SEBI required intermediaries to disclose registered details on social platforms.
24. Which region saw Hezbollah involvement amid Iran conflict in March 2026?
A) Gaza
B) Lebanon (Beirut strikes)
C) Syria
D) Yemen
Answer: B
Explanation: Israel struck Hezbollah in Beirut after rockets in solidarity with Iran.
25. What was removed by Rajasthan cabinet for local polls in early 2026?
A) Age limit
B) Two-child rule and leprosy bar
C) Education qualification
D) Criminal record check
Answer: B
Explanation: The state overturned the 30-year two-child limit and leprosy-based disqualification.