Current Affairs in Gujarati 10th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. National Javelin Day is observed in India on which date?
A) 15 August
B) 7 August
C) 26 January
D) 5 September
Answer: B) 7 August
Explanation: National Javelin Day is observed every year on 7 August to commemorate Neeraj Chopra’s gold medal win in the men’s javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympics 2020.
2. Who released the NITI Aayog report “Reimagining Care: Strategies for Empowering Caregivers in Viksit Bharat@2047” in August 2026?
A) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
B) Ashok Kumar Lahiri (Vice Chairperson, NITI Aayog)
C) Nirmala Sitharaman
D) Amit Shah
Answer: B) Ashok Kumar Lahiri (Vice Chairperson, NITI Aayog)
Explanation: The report was released by Ashok Kumar Lahiri in the presence of NITI Aayog Member Dr. R. Balasubramaniam and CEO Nidhi Chhibber.
3. Pawan Hans Limited signed an MoU with which Norwegian company for electric seaplane technology?
A) Norwegian Air Shuttle
B) Noemi Aerospace (Elfly AS)
C) Widerøe
D) Scandinavian Airlines
Answer: B) Noemi Aerospace (Elfly AS)
Explanation: The non-binding MoU was signed to explore collaboration in electric seaplane solutions, skill development, and sustainable aviation technologies, aligning with India’s green aviation goals.
4. The Supreme Court extended the mandatory third-party insurance period for new cars to how many years?
A) 3 years
B) 4 years
C) 5 years
D) 2 years
Answer: B) 4 years
Explanation: A bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and Prashant Kumar Mishra extended the period to 4 years for new cars and 6 years for two-wheelers to strengthen compliance with the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
5. In RBI’s 3rd Bi-monthly Monetary Policy for FY 2026-27, the repo rate was kept unchanged at:
A) 5.00%
B) 5.25%
C) 5.50%
D) 6.00%
Answer: B) 5.25%
Explanation: The MPC, under Governor Sanjay Malhotra, unanimously retained the repo rate at 5.25% with a neutral stance.
6. RBI revised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY 2026-27 to:
A) 6.5%
B) 6.6%
C) 6.7%
D) 7.0%
Answer: C) 6.7%
Explanation: The forecast was revised upward to 6.7% from 6.6%, reflecting confidence in the domestic growth outlook. CPI inflation was projected at 5%.
7. Who received the COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal 2026?
A) Anil Bharadwaj
B) Annapurni Subramaniam
C) Gurbax Singh Lakhina
D) U.R. Rao
Answer: B) Annapurni Subramaniam
Explanation: The Director of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru, became the first Indian woman and fourth Indian overall to receive the medal for outstanding contributions to space research in developing countries.
8. Air India appointed whom as its new CEO & Managing Director in August 2026?
A) Campbell Wilson
B) Tewolde Gebremariam
C) N. Chandrasekaran
D) Ilker Ayci
Answer: B) Tewolde Gebremariam
Explanation: The former CEO of Ethiopian Airlines Group succeeded Campbell Wilson.
9. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet extended the tenure of Cabinet Secretary T.V. Somanathan by:
A) Six months
B) One year
C) Two years
D) Three years
Answer: B) One year
Explanation: ACC, chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved a one-year extension beyond 30 August 2026.
10. Justice Manmohan Singh Liberhan, who passed away in August 2026, is best known for heading the commission related to:
A) 1984 anti-Sikh riots
B) Babri Masjid demolition (1992)
C) Godhra train burning
D) Mumbai serial blasts
Answer: B) Babri Masjid demolition (1992)
Explanation: He chaired the Liberhan Ayodhya Commission of Inquiry, which submitted its report in 2009 after 17 years.
11. National Handloom Day is celebrated every year on:
A) 7 August
B) 15 August
C) 2 October
D) 26 January
Answer: A) 7 August
Explanation: It marks the launch of the Swadeshi Movement in 1905 and honours the handloom weaving community.
12. Which state Finance Minister presented the TVK government’s first budget in August 2026?
A) N. Marie Wilson (Tamil Nadu)
B) P.T.R. Palanivel Thiagarajan
C) K.N. Nehru
D) None of the above
Answer: A) N. Marie Wilson (Tamil Nadu)
Explanation: Tamil Nadu’s Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson presented the maiden budget of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government for FY 2026-27.
13. The Tamil Nadu budget 2026-27 estimated revenue receipts at approximately:
A) ₹2.5 lakh crore
B) ₹3.50 lakh crore
C) ₹4.00 lakh crore
D) ₹3.00 lakh crore
Answer: B) ₹3.50 lakh crore
Explanation: Revenue receipts were estimated at ₹3,50,027 crore, with State’s Own Tax Revenue contributing about 72.73%.
14. Jos Buttler recently became the highest run-scorer in T20 cricket, surpassing which player?
A) Chris Gayle
B) Kieron Pollard
C) Rohit Sharma
D) Virat Kohli
Answer: B) Kieron Pollard
Explanation: Buttler overtook Pollard’s record of 14,803 T20 runs after scoring 51 off 20 balls for Manchester Super Giants in The Hundred.
15. Which country is set to launch a new 300 kmph bullet train using Japan’s Shinkansen technology?
A) India
B) Taiwan
C) Indonesia
D) Vietnam
Answer: B) Taiwan
Explanation: Taiwan plans to introduce the high-speed trains to improve operational efficiency, passenger comfort, and rail capacity.
16. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated it has become “very difficult” to contact which leader?
A) Ali Khamenei
B) Mojtaba Khamenei
C) Ebrahim Raisi
D) Hassan Rouhani
Answer: B) Mojtaba Khamenei
Explanation: His remarks raised concerns about the health and public absence of Iran’s Supreme Leader following recent regional tensions.
17. The Supreme Court rejected interim bail to which self-styled godman in August 2026?
A) Ram Rahim
B) Asaram
C) Nithyananda
D) Gurmeet Ram Rahim
Answer: B) Asaram
Explanation: The court declined interim bail but allowed him to appoint a full-time caretaker for medical assistance while he serves a life sentence in a 2013 rape case.
18. Which place in Arunachal Pradesh will host the Asian Rafting Championships 2026?
A) Tawang
B) Boleng
C) Ziro
D) Itanagar
Answer: B) Boleng
Explanation: Boleng in Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, has been selected to host the Asian Rafting Championships from 5–9 October 2026.
19. UGC has identified how many fake universities in a recent action?
A) 20
B) 25
C) 32
D) 40
Answer: C) 32
Explanation: UGC also warned against misleading advertisements by EdTech platforms regarding online and ODL degrees.
20. How many medals did India win in the men’s javelin throw at the Commonwealth Games 2026?
A) One (Gold)
B) Two (Silver & Bronze)
C) Three
D) None
Answer: B) Two (Silver & Bronze)
Explanation: Neeraj Chopra won silver and Yash Vir Singh won bronze, giving India a double podium finish in the event.
21. A school shooting in Bang Kruai district occurred in which country on 7 August 2026?
A) Indonesia
B) Thailand
C) Philippines
D) Malaysia
Answer: B) Thailand
Explanation: At least three people (including the shooter) were killed and several others injured in Nonthaburi province, north of Bangkok.
22. RBI released draft guidelines for on-tap licensing of which type of banks?
A) Small Finance Banks
B) Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs)
C) Payment Banks
D) Regional Rural Banks
Answer: B) Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs)
Explanation: On-tap licensing allows eligible entities to apply for a UCB licence at any time subject to prescribed criteria.
23. Who was appointed as Senior Adviser to the Executive Director (India) at the IMF?
A) Baldeo Purushartha
B) Rahul Jain
C) Satyajit Mohanty
D) T.V. Somanathan
Answer: B) Rahul Jain
Explanation: The 2005-batch IAS officer of Madhya Pradesh cadre received a three-year posting.
24. Bajaj General Insurance signed an MoU with which global reinsurer’s commercial arm?
A) Munich Re
B) Swiss Re Corporate Solutions
C) Hannover Re
D) Lloyd’s
Answer: B) Swiss Re Corporate Solutions
Explanation: The partnership aims to offer international insurance programmes for Indian companies operating overseas.
25. The COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal is jointly awarded by COSPAR and which Indian organisation?
A) DRDO
B) ISRO
C) CSIR
D) IIA
Answer: B) ISRO
Explanation: Instituted in 1990 in honour of Vikram Sarabhai, it is awarded biennially for space research contributions in developing countries.