Current Affairs in Gujarati 10th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) completed one year of implementation in August 2026. Approximately how many first-time employees joined the formal workforce under it?
A) 50 lakh
B) 72 lakh
C) 90 lakh
D) 1 crore
Answer: B) 72 lakh
Explanation: PM-VBRY (implemented by the Ministry of Labour & Employment through EPFO from August 2025 to July 2027 with an outlay of about ₹99,446 crore) formalised more than 72 lakh first-time workers in its first year.
2. Which lake in Arunachal Pradesh was designated as India’s 101st Ramsar Site in August 2026?
A) Tsomgo Lake
B) Glaw Lake
C) Pangong Lake
D) Dal Lake
Answer: B) Glaw Lake
Explanation: Glaw Lake in Tawang district (within Kamlang Tiger Reserve) became India’s 101st Ramsar Site and Arunachal Pradesh’s first. It is a freshwater lake supporting rich biodiversity.
3. PM Narendra Modi launched a 100-week campaign in August 2026 aimed at mobilising youth against substance abuse. What is its name?
A) Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan 2.0
B) Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan
C) Yuva Nasha Mukti Mission
D) Drug-Free India Abhiyan
Answer: B) Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan
Explanation: The campaign runs every Sunday for 100 weeks and involves activities in art, culture, sports and meditation, building on the existing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.
4. The Department of Posts released a commemorative postage stamp in August 2026 marking the birth centenary of which Padma Vibhushan awardee?
A) M.F. Husain
B) Satish Gujral
C) Tyeb Mehta
D) S.H. Raza
Answer: B) Satish Gujral
Explanation: The ₹5 stamp honours multidisciplinary artist Satish Gujral (painter, sculptor, architect). It was released by the Union Minister of Communications.
5. The Indian Air Force conducted Exercise ROTOR CLAP-III in August 2026 at which location to enhance counter-drone capabilities?
A) Pokhran Field Firing Range, Rajasthan
B) Thar Desert, Rajasthan
C) Leh, Ladakh
D) Ambala, Haryana
Answer: A) Pokhran Field Firing Range, Rajasthan
Explanation: The third edition of the Counter-UAS exercise involved helicopters such as AH-64 Apache, Prachand, Chinook and others for live firing and counter-drone operations.
6. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) signed an MoU with which company in August 2026 for GIS and GeoAI solutions for the defence sector?
A) Google India
B) Esri India
C) Microsoft India
D) IBM India
Answer: B) Esri India
Explanation: The partnership focuses on Geographic Information System, Location Intelligence and Geospatial AI solutions using the Indo ArcGIS platform to support defence modernisation.
7. In the Environmental Performance Index (EPI) 2026 released by Yale University, which country ranked first?
A) Finland
B) Estonia
C) Luxembourg
D) Netherlands
Answer: B) Estonia
Explanation: Estonia topped with a score of 74.79, followed by Luxembourg and the UK. India ranked 176th out of 177 countries with a score of 22.46.
8. India ranked which position in the Environmental Performance Index 2026?
A) 150th
B) 165th
C) 176th
D) 177th
Answer: C) 176th
Explanation: India was the second-lowest ranked country (score 22.46). It showed some improvement in climate change but performed poorly in air quality and biodiversity.
9. The Pacific Island nation of Nauru officially changed its name in August 2026 to:
A) Republic of Nauru Islands
B) Republic of Naoero
C) Independent State of Nauru
D) Federated States of Nauru
Answer: B) Republic of Naoero
Explanation: The change reflects its traditional indigenous name and cultural heritage. The country code is set to change from NRU to NRO.
10. HDFC Bank launched two new savings account variants in August 2026 named:
A) Senior Max and Women Max
B) Max for Seniors and Max for Her
C) Gold Senior and Her Privilege
D) Privilege Senior and Max Women
Answer: B) Max for Seniors and Max for Her
Explanation: These offer customised benefits including cyber protection, auto-sweep facility, high accidental death cover and other privileges for senior citizens and women.
11. An Indian-flagged merchant vessel came under attack off the coast of Yemen in the Red Sea around 4 August 2026. What was the outcome for the crew?
A) All crew members were missing
B) All Indians were rescued
C) Several fatalities reported
D) Vessel captured
Answer: B) All Indians were rescued
Explanation: The vessel (reported as MSV Faize Noore Oliya in some accounts) was struck by a projectile.
12. DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested and later released around early August 2026 in connection with remarks related to:
A) Farmers’ protest
B) Actress Trisha remark row
C) NEET paper leak
D) Temple donation issue
Answer: B) Actress Trisha remark row
Explanation: He was arrested on a complaint of misogynistic remarks, released on station bail, and stated he had no intention of disparaging women.
13. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that the Government of India has no involvement in a press conference by Bangladesh’s deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina scheduled for around 5 August 2026. Where was it to be held?
A) Indian Parliament
B) Foreign Correspondents Club (FCC)
C) Rashtrapati Bhavan
D) Bangladesh High Commission
Answer: B) Foreign Correspondents Club (FCC)
Explanation: MEA spokesperson clarified it was organised by a private media entity.
14. Maharashtra issued an order banning High Fat, Salt and Sugar (HFSS) items in and around schools within a radius of:
A) 100 metres
B) 50 metres
C) 200 metres
D) 25 metres
Answer: B) 50 metres
Explanation: The statewide order aims to promote safe, balanced food, curb childhood obesity and covers all school boards.
15. An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi experienced severe turbulence around early August 2026, resulting in:
A) Crash landing
B) Injuries to several passengers and crew
C) Complete diversion to another country
D) No injuries
Answer: B) Injuries to several passengers and crew
Explanation: The aircraft suffered a sudden altitude drop (reported around 300 feet). DGCA is investigating; about 13 passengers and 4 crew sustained injuries.
16. West Bengal Cabinet approved transfer of land (around 31.9 acres) to which force for border fencing following a High Court order?
A) CRPF
B) BSF
C) ITBP
D) SSB
Answer: B) BSF
Explanation: The transfer across nine locations (plus additional land for Border Outposts) followed a Calcutta High Court directive to facilitate fencing.
17. India’s food safety regulator FSSAI barred which company from using “100% natural” labels on certain products (honey, ghee etc.) around early August 2026?
A) Patanjali
B) Dabur
C) Himalaya
D) Amul
Answer: B) Dabur
Explanation: FSSAI issued a prohibition order against misleading “100%” claims under relevant advertising and claims regulations.
18. The Reserve Bank of India (on or around 5 August 2026) kept the repo rate unchanged at:
A) 5.00%
B) 5.25%
C) 5.50%
D) 6.00%
Answer: B) 5.25%
Explanation: The Monetary Policy Committee unanimously retained the rate and neutral stance. Growth remains resilient; inflation is expected to rise temporarily due to food and fuel.
19. IMD issued a red alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall over which states on 5 August 2026?
A) Rajasthan and Gujarat
B) Assam and Meghalaya
C) Tamil Nadu and Kerala only
D) Punjab and Haryana
Answer: B) Assam and Meghalaya
Explanation: Red alert also covered parts of other regions including Kerala districts in some forecasts, amid ongoing monsoon intensification and flood concerns.
20. Which of the following correctly describes a key highlight related to organ transplants reported in recent current affairs compilations for August 2026?
A) NOTTO launched a real-time portal for organ transplants
B) All organ donations made mandatory
C) Private hospitals barred from transplants
D) Only living donor transplants allowed
Answer: A) NOTTO launched a real-time portal for organ transplants
Explanation: The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation portal supports national waiting lists and Aadhaar-linked pledges to improve transparency and efficiency in the transplant system.
21. The Har Ghar Tiranga campaign for 2026 Independence Day celebrations is scheduled primarily from:
A) 1–7 August
B) 9–17 August
C) 10–15 August
D) 12–18 August
Answer: B) 9–17 August
Explanation: Organised by the Ministry of Culture as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav leading to the 80th Independence Day, it encourages respectful display of the national flag.
22. Apple’s India sales crossed which milestone as reported around early August 2026?
A) $5 billion
B) $8 billion
C) $10 billion
D) $15 billion
Answer: C) $10 billion
Explanation: The company expanded its retail presence in India, supported by policy measures including tax-related benefits for manufacturing.
23. The Punjab Assembly passed a resolution urging the Centre to review/suspend the mandatory rollout of:
A) BS-VI fuel
B) E20 ethanol-blended fuel
C) CNG mandate
D) Electric vehicle quotas
Answer: B) E20 ethanol-blended fuel
Explanation: The resolution sought suspension until all concerns regarding E20 fuel are comprehensively addressed.
24. Actor Pradeep Rawat (known for roles in Lagaan and Ghajini) passed away in early August 2026 at the age of:
A) 65
B) 70
C) 74
D) 80
Answer: C) 74
Explanation: He died after a battle with cancer. Tributes were paid by co-stars and the film industry.
25. ASSOCHAM signed MoUs in August 2026 with Business France and which other body to boost trade cooperation?
A) US-India Business Council
B) India & Arab Countries Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (IACCIA)
C) Japan External Trade Organization
D) ASEAN Business Council
Answer: B) India & Arab Countries Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (IACCIA)
Explanation: The MoUs aim to strengthen trade, investment, technology collaboration and business opportunities with France and Arab countries.