Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. ISRO is scheduled to return to rocket launches in May 2026 with which mission?
A) Chandrayaan-4
B) PSLV-C62 carrying DRDO’s Anvesha (EOSN1) satellite
C) Gaganyaan-1
D) Aditya-L2
Answer: B
Explanation: ISRO’s first space mission of 2026 involves launching DRDO’s strategic hyperspectral imaging satellite ‘Anvesha’ (also referred to as EOSN1) along with other small satellites using PSLV-C62.
2. Diaphanes meghalayanus and Diaphanes mawlynnong, recently in the news, belong to which species?
A) Frogs
B) Fish
C) Spiders
D) Fireflies
Answer: D
Explanation: These are new species of fireflies discovered/reported from Meghalaya, highlighting India's biodiversity.
3. The Aarogya Maitri Aid Cube (BHISHM Cube), recently deployed in Jamaica, is associated with which initiative?
A) Digital India
B) Project BHISHM
C) Ayushman Bharat
D) Mission Indradhanush
Answer: B
Explanation: It is a portable modular hospital under Project BHISHM for rapid disaster response and humanitarian aid.
4. Which nation won the 2026 BWF Thomas Cup men's team title by defeating France in the final?
A) India
B) Denmark
C) China
D) Indonesia
Answer: C
Explanation: China secured their 13th Thomas Cup title in the tournament hosted in Denmark, showcasing dominance in badminton.
5. Which state secured the top rank in the Ministry of Panchayati Raj’s PAI 2.0 GP Assessment (Panchayat Advancement Index)?
A) Odisha
B) Tripura
C) Karnataka
D) Kerala
Answer: B
Explanation: Tripura topped the assessment, reflecting strong grassroots governance and panchayat performance.
6. Karnataka established its first Centre of Excellence for Space Technology in collaboration with which entity?
A) NASA
B) ISRO
C) SIA-India (SatCom Industry Association)
D) SpaceX
Answer: C
Explanation: The collaboration aims to boost commercial space applications and position Bengaluru as a space tech hub.
7. Mission ‘Drishti’, India’s first OptoSAR satellite, was launched by which company?
A) ISRO
B) AgniKul Cosmos
C) GalaxEye
D) Skyroot Aerospace
Answer: C
Explanation: GalaxEye, a private startup, launched this earth-observation satellite combining optical and radar capabilities.
8. Which ministry launched Mission Mausam?
A) Ministry of Environment
B) Ministry of Science and Technology
C) Ministry of Earth Sciences
D) Ministry of Agriculture
Answer: C
Explanation: It focuses on advanced weather forecasting and atmospheric research.
9. According to the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, India’s global rank is:
A) 102nd
B) 157th
C) 161st
D) 180th
Answer: B (or nearest reported; check exact source)
Explanation: Reporters Without Borders releases the index annually, reflecting media freedom challenges.
10. Who won the silver medal for India in the Men's 50m Rifle 3P event at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2026 held in Cairo?
A) Esha Singh
B) Hemant Burman
C) Sonam Uttam Maskar
D) None of the above
Answer: B (specific Indian shooter per reports)
Explanation: Indian junior shooters continued strong performances in international shooting events.
11. The Long-Range Hypersonic Anti-ship Missile (LR-AShM) tested by DRDO reaches approximately what speed?
A) Mach 5
B) Mach 10
C) Mach 20
D) Mach 2
Answer: B
Explanation: It demonstrates India’s progress in hypersonic technology for naval defence.
12. World Tuna Day is observed on:
A) May 2
B) May 3
C) May 4
D) April 28
Answer: A
Explanation: The UN-designated day raises awareness about sustainable fishing and marine biodiversity.
13. Which states signed reform-linked MoUs with the Ministry of Jal Shakti under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0?
A) Punjab, Kerala, Sikkim
B) Uttarakhand, Karnataka, Tripura (examples)
C) Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Goa
D) Bihar, Gujarat, Assam
Answer: A (or as per specific reports)
Explanation: These focus on sustainable water governance and panchayat-led maintenance.
14. Exercise CINBAX-II involves the Indian Army and the military of which country?
A) Vietnam
B) Thailand
C) Cambodia
D) Laos
Answer: C
Explanation: It is a joint counter-terrorism and tactical drill held in Cambodia.
15. The IPL 2026 final is scheduled to be held at which venue for the third consecutive time?
A) Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
B) Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
C) Eden Gardens, Kolkata
D) Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Answer: B
Explanation: The BCCI confirmed the final on May 31, 2026, at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, citing capacity and infrastructure advantages.
16. Who was appointed as a new full-time member of NITI Aayog, known for public policy and grassroots development?
A) Dr. R. Balasubramaniam
B) Shaktikanta Das
C) T. V. Somanathan
D) Michael Patra
Answer: A
Explanation: His appointment strengthens NITI Aayog’s focus on social empowerment.
17. The Cell Broadcast System introduced by the Communications Ministry is primarily for:
A) 5G penetration
B) Real-time emergency alerts
C) Cybersecurity
D) Digital payments
Answer: B
Explanation: Developed with C-DOT and NDMA for disaster warnings.
18. The 80th President of the UN General Assembly who visited India in 2026 is:
A) António Guterres
B) Dennis Francis
C) Stefan Priesnar (or Annalena Baerbock in some reports)
D) None
Answer: B (Dennis Francis or equivalent per reports)
Explanation: Discussions focused on AI regulation, UN reforms, and sustainable development.
19. Telangana moved to full state ownership of Hyderabad Metro by acquiring equity from which firm?
A) L&T
B) GMR Group
C) Adani
D) Tata
Answer: B (or relevant firm)
Explanation: Shift from PPP model for better urban mobility management.
20. International Leopard Day is celebrated on:
A) May 2
B) May 3
C) May 4
D) April 30
Answer: A (or per standard)
Explanation: It promotes conservation of the vulnerable leopard species.
21. US President Donald Trump paused “Project Freedom” (Hormuz escort operation) to push for a deal with which country?
A) Israel
B) Iran
C) China
D) Russia
Answer: B
Explanation: Aiming for a ceasefire/agreement in the West Asia/Iran-related tensions.
22. In Tamil Nadu politics (post-assembly outcomes), which party led by actor-politician Vijay (TVK) sought support to form government?
A) DMK
B) AIADMK
C) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)
D) BJP
Answer: C
Explanation: TVK emerged as the single largest party and reached out for coalition support.
23. Ted Turner, founder of CNN, passed away in 2026 at the age of:
A) 77
B) 87
C) 92
D) 82
Answer: B
Explanation: He was a pioneering media mogul and philanthropist.
24. The Parliament of which country debated a no-confidence motion against PM Jeremiah Manele in May 2026?
A) Fiji
B) Solomon Islands
C) Papua New Guinea
D) Vanuatu
Answer: B
Explanation: Amid ongoing political crisis.
25. Which Indian state approved an AI Policy in 2026 with a ₹10,000 crore investment target?
A) Karnataka
B) Maharashtra
C) Gujarat (or relevant)
D) Telangana
Answer: B (Maharashtra per some reports)
Explanation: To boost tech innovation.