Current Affairs in Gujarati 15th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. According to the First Advance Estimates released on January 7, 2026, what is India's projected real GDP growth for the financial year 2025-26?
A) 6.5%
B) 7.4%
C) 8.0%
D) 6.8%
Answer: B) 7.4%
Explanation: The government released the First Advance Estimates on January 7, 2026, projecting real GDP growth at 7.4% for FY 2025-26, an improvement from 6.5% in the previous year, with nominal growth at 8%.
2. The first phase of the Population Census 2027 (Houselisting Operations) is scheduled to begin from which date?
A) January 1, 2026
B) April 1, 2026
C) October 1, 2026
D) March 1, 2027
Answer: B) April 1, 2026
Explanation: The Registrar General and Census Commissioner announced on January 7, 2026, that the houselisting phase of the 2027 Census will run from April 1 to September 30, 2026, across all states and UTs.
3. Which organization created history by setting two Guinness World Records for the longest and highest bituminous concrete road laying?
A) Indian Railways
B) NHAI
C) BRO
D) CPWD
Answer: B) NHAI
Explanation: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) achieved this feat, as highlighted in news updates around January 8, 2026, showcasing advancements in infrastructure construction.
4. What is the projected timeline for the first phase rollout of the dedicated private jet terminal at Navi Mumbai Airport?
A) January 2026
B) September 2026
C) December 2026
D) March 2027
Answer: B) September 2026
Explanation: Reports indicated that the dedicated terminal for private jet passengers at Navi Mumbai Airport is expected to become operational by September 2026.
5. The impasse between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and ICC regarding Bangladesh’s participation in the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 was likely to be resolved by when?
A) January 8, 2026
B) Before the weekend after January 7, 2026
C) March 2026
D) June 2026
Answer: B) Before the weekend after January 7, 2026
Explanation: On January 7, 2026, the BCB noted a favorable ICC response to relocate Bangladesh's matches outside India, with resolution expected before the weekend.
6. Who highlighted that power and energy systems are the backbone of India’s aerospace capabilities?
A) CDS Gen Anil Chauhan
B) Air Marshal Sanjiv Ghuratia
C) DRDO Chief
D) ISRO Chairman
Answer: B) Air Marshal Sanjiv Ghuratia
Explanation: Air Marshal Sanjiv Ghuratia emphasized this in statements covered in current affairs headlines around January 8, 2026.
7. In which district of Chhattisgarh did twenty-six Naxalites surrender recently (around January 8, 2026)?
A) Bastar
B) Sukma
C) Dantewada
D) Bijapur
Answer: B) Sukma
Explanation: Twenty-six Naxalites surrendered in Sukma district, marking a significant blow to left-wing extremism, as reported in early January 2026 updates.
8. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar recently criticized which country for openly supporting terrorist training camps for decades?
A) Afghanistan
B) Pakistan
C) Bangladesh
D) China
Answer: B) Pakistan
Explanation: S. Jaishankar made this strong statement criticizing Pakistan's long-standing support for terrorist camps.
9. Which event is set to serve as a global platform for cooperation among international election management bodies in 2026?
A) IICDEM-2026
B) Global Election Summit
C) ECI Conference
D) Democracy Forum
Answer: A) IICDEM-2026
Explanation: The International Conference of Election Management Bodies (IICDEM-2026) was highlighted as a key global platform.
10. The National Medical Commission withdrew MBBS permission for which institute?
A) AIIMS Delhi
B) Shri Mata Vaishnodevi Institute of Medical Sciences
C) JIPMER
D) CMC Vellore
Answer: B) Shri Mata Vaishnodevi Institute of Medical Sciences
Explanation: The NMC withdrew permission, leading to controversy covered in news around January 8, 2026.
11. Who was named captain of New Zealand’s squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026?
A) Kane Williamson
B) Mitchell Santner
C) Tom Latham
D) Devon Conway
Answer: B) Mitchell Santner
Explanation: Mitchell Santner was appointed captain for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
12. The U.S. military seized which vessel linked to Venezuela and registered as Russian in the North Atlantic (announced January 7-8, 2026)?
A) M/V Bella 1
B) Russian Tanker Alpha
C) Venezuela Oil Ship
D) Arctic Pride
Answer: A) M/V Bella 1
Explanation: The U.S. European Command announced the seizure of the empty oil tanker M/V Bella 1 for sanctions violations.
13. Which Indian badminton player advanced to the next round at the Malaysia Open around January 8, 2026?
A) Lakshya Sen
B) PV Sindhu
C) Kidambi Srikanth
D) HS Prannoy
Answer: B) PV Sindhu
Explanation: PV Sindhu defeated her Chinese Taipei opponent in the opening match.
14. Which young Indian batter scored a 63-ball century against South Africa Under-19?
A) Vaibhav Suryavanshi
B) Yash Dhull
C) Raj Limbani
D) Arshin Kulkarni
Answer: A) Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Explanation: Vaibhav Suryavanshi's explosive innings drew attention in youth cricket news.
15. What is the theme/year focus declared by the Indian Army for 2026?
A) Year of Transformation
B) Networking and Data Centricity Year
C) Atmanirbhar Bharat Year
D) Drone Warfare Year
Answer: B) Networking and Data Centricity Year
Explanation: The Indian Army declared 2026 as the ‘Networking and Data Centricity Year’.
16. Which state celebrated the Gan Ngai festival recently?
A) Assam
B) Manipur
C) Nagaland
D) Meghalaya
Answer: B) Manipur
Explanation: The festival was highlighted in early January cultural news.
17. How many years of the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana were completed as of January 1, 2026?
A) 7 Years
B) 8 Years
C) 9 Years
D) 10 Years
Answer: C) 9 Years
Explanation: The scheme marked 9 years of implementation.
18. Which bank reduced its Base Rate to 10.70% effective January 7, 2026?
A) SBI
B) Karur Vysya Bank
C) HDFC Bank
D) ICICI Bank
Answer: B) Karur Vysya Bank
Explanation: Karur Vysya Bank lowered its Base Rate and BPLR to ease borrowing costs.
19. The 8th Central Pay Commission is expected to become effective from which date?
A) January 2026
B) April 2026
C) January 2027
D) April 2027
Answer: A) January 2026
Explanation: Reports indicated salary and pension changes under the 8th CPC effective from January 2026.
20. India issued a travel advisory urging nationals to exercise due caution and avoid protest areas in which country?
A) Pakistan
B) Iran
C) Bangladesh
D) Nepal
Answer: B) Iran
Explanation: The advisory was issued due to protests and economic crisis in Iran.
21. Which infrastructure project had its foundation stone laid by West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee?
A) Sagar Island Bridge
B) Kolkata Metro Extension
C) Howrah Bridge Upgrade
D) Haldia Port Expansion
Answer: A) Sagar Island Bridge
Explanation: The 5-km bridge over Muriganga river aims to connect Sagar Island to the mainland.
22. A new meadow katydid species was discovered in which region?
A) Western Ghats
B) Jammu and Kashmir
C) Northeast India
D) Andaman Islands
Answer: B) Jammu and Kashmir
Explanation: The discovery highlighted biodiversity in the region.
23. Who was appointed Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) for a fifth term?
A) A Sakthivel
B) Sanjay Rastogi
C) Narendra Goenka
D) Ashok Rajani
Answer: A) A Sakthivel
Explanation: A Sakthivel was reappointed as AEPC Chairman.
24. What is the name of the new pollution control vessel commissioned by the Indian Coast Guard?
A) ICGS Samudra Pratap
B) ICGS Varuna
C) ICGS Sindhu
D) ICGS Amrit
Answer: A) ICGS Samudra Pratap
Explanation: It is India's first indigenous pollution control vessel.
25. Which U.S. policy shift involved withdrawing from dozens of international organizations, including the UN population agency?
A) America First Policy
B) Trump Executive Order (January 7, 2026)
C) Climate Accord Exit
D) Trade War Initiative
Answer: B) Trump Executive Order (January 7, 2026)
Explanation: President Trump signed an order suspending U.S. participation in several global bodies.