Current Affairs in Gujarati 14th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. India's Under-19 men's cricket team won their record sixth ICC Under-19 World Cup title in 2026 by defeating which team in the final?
A) Australia
B) England
C) South Africa
D) Pakistan
Answer: B) England
Explanation: India defeated England by 100 runs in the final at Harare, with 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi scoring a sensational 175 off 80 balls to help post 411/9. This marked India's sixth title, extending their record.
2. On February 7, 2026, India and the USA agreed on a framework for which agreement as a step toward a full Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA)?
A) Full Bilateral Trade Agreement
B) Interim Trade Agreement (ITA)
C) Defense Technology Partnership
D) Climate and Energy Pact
Answer: B) Interim Trade Agreement (ITA)
Explanation: The framework for an Interim Trade Agreement was finalized, paving the way for deeper economic ties and reduced tariffs on Indian goods (effective around 18%).
3. Which port in India became the first to deploy an advanced ‘Anti-Drone System’ for critical infrastructure protection in early February 2026?
A) Mumbai Port
B) Chennai Port
C) V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Port, Thoothukudi
D) Kandla Port
Answer: C) V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Port, Thoothukudi
Explanation: The system was installed at VOC Port in Tamil Nadu to enhance security against aerial threats.
4. The Department of Science and Technology (DST) launched the ‘India-Netherlands Hydrogen Fellowship Programme’ on which date in 2026?
A) February 5
B) February 6
C) February 7
D) February 8
Answer: B) February 6
Explanation: Launched in New Delhi by DST Secretary Abhay Karandikar to foster joint research in green hydrogen technologies.
5. As of early February 2026, India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) cooperation MoUs were signed with how many countries, and UPI went live in how many?
A) 20 countries; 6 countries
B) 23 countries; 8 countries
C) 25 countries; 10 countries
D) 15 countries; 5 countries
Answer: B) 23 countries; 8 countries
Explanation: This expansion strengthened India's global digital footprint through India Stack and UPI integration.
6. Which district in India became the first to achieve 100% insurance coverage under the “Insurance for All by 2047” initiative around February 7, 2026?
A) Satna, Madhya Pradesh
B) Sonipat, Haryana
C) Alwar, Rajasthan
D) Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Answer: A) Satna, Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: Satna district achieved full coverage, marking a milestone in financial inclusion and insurance penetration.
7. In February 2026, DPIIT notified a revised framework under which action plan to strengthen startup ecosystem?
A) Make in India
B) Startup India Action Plan
C) Digital India
D) Atmanirbhar Bharat
Answer: B) Startup India Action Plan
Explanation: Revised startup recognition norms.
8. The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is scheduled to be co-hosted by which countries?
A) Australia and New Zealand
B) India and Sri Lanka
C) England and Wales
D) West Indies and USA
Answer: B) India and Sri Lanka
Explanation: The tournament is set for February–March 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
9. Which event's achievement by India (sixth title) was a major highlight in sports current affairs around February 8–9, 2026?
A) T20 World Cup
B) ICC Under-19 World Cup
C) Asian Games
D) Olympics
Answer: B) ICC Under-19 World Cup
Explanation: Record sixth win against England.
10. The Supreme Court of India recognized menstrual health as a fundamental right under which Article of the Constitution in early 2026 rulings?
A) Article 14
B) Article 19
C) Article 21
D) Article 32
Answer: C) Article 21
Explanation: The court linked it to the right to life and personal liberty.
11. Which state launched the TN Urban Greening Policy 2026 in February?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Karnataka
C) Kerala
D) Andhra Pradesh
Answer: A) Tamil Nadu
Explanation: The policy aims to enhance urban green cover and sustainability.
12. In February 2026, India paid USD 35.18 million to the UN Regular Budget 2026 and joined the 'Honour Roll' with how many other member states?
A) 40
B) 51
C) 60
D) 75
Answer: B) 51
Explanation: Full and timely payment placed India among responsible contributors.
13. Which ballistic missile test was highlighted in current affairs for validating India's defense readiness in February 2026?
A) Agni-3
B) Agni-5
C) K-4
D) Nirbhay
Answer: A) Agni-3
Explanation: Successful test from Odisha range.
14. The Government of India, Nagaland Government, and ENPO signed an agreement for the creation of which authority in February 2026?
A) Eastern Nagaland Territorial Council
B) Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA)
C) Naga Autonomous District Council
D) Nagaland Development Board
Answer: B) Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA)
Explanation: Focused on development and governance in eastern Nagaland districts.
15. Union Minister Amit Shah launched India’s first cooperative-sector ride-hailing service named what in New Delhi on February 5, 2026?
A) India Ride
B) Bharat Taxi
C) Sahkar Taxi
D) Coop Cab
Answer: B) Bharat Taxi
Explanation: Launched at Vigyan Bhavan to promote cooperative models in mobility.
16. Which sanctuary or site was in news for eco-tourism initiatives like jungle safari in Jharkhand during February 2026?
A) Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary
B) Kaziranga National Park
C) Sundarbans
D) Jim Corbett
Answer: A) Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary
Explanation: Safari and eco-cottages launched.
17. In international news, Storm Kristin caused heavy flooding and damage primarily in which country in early February 2026?
A) Spain
B) Portugal
C) Italy
D) France
Answer: B) Portugal
Explanation: Led to a €1 billion loan program for rebuilding.
18. The 2026 Balochistan attacks involved operations against which insurgent group, resulting in significant casualties?
A) TTP
B) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA)
C) LeJ
D) ISIS-K
Answer: B) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA)
Explanation: Pakistani forces ended a 40-hour operation killing 145 BLA insurgents.
19. A Russian drone strike in Dnipro, Ukraine, in early February 2026 killed at least how many people?
A) 10
B) 15
C) 20
D) 25
Answer: B) 15
Explanation: Targeted a minibus transporting mineworkers.
20. Which country's forces reported killing a senior Boko Haram commander named Abu Khalid in Borno State in February 2026?
A) Chad
B) Nigeria
C) Cameroon
D) Niger
Answer: B) Nigeria
Explanation: Described as the group's deputy leader in Sambisa Forest.
21. Goldman Sachs upgraded India's CY26 GDP growth forecast to what percentage in early 2026 reports?
A) 6.5%
B) 6.7%
C) 6.9%
D) 7.2%
Answer: C) 6.9%
Explanation: Up from 6.7%, reflecting positive economic outlook.
22. RBI imposed a compounding fee of ₹18.76 lakh on which company (parent of Paytm Payments) in February 2026?
A) One97 Communications Limited
B) PhonePe
C) Google Pay India
D) BharatPe
Answer: A) One97 Communications Limited
Explanation: Related to regulatory compliance issues.
23. Under the India–US trade deal framework in February 2026, what effective tariff was set on Indian goods?
A) 16%
B) 18%
C) 20%
D) 0%
Answer: B) 18%
Explanation: Reduced tariffs as part of the interim agreement.
24. Which fellowship program was launched between India and Netherlands for hydrogen research on February 6, 2026?
A) Green Hydrogen Partnership
B) India-Netherlands Hydrogen Fellowship Programme
C) Indo-Dutch Clean Energy Fellowship
D) Hydrogen Innovation Grant
Answer: B) India-Netherlands Hydrogen Fellowship Programme
Explanation: To promote collaborative research.
25. The 16th Finance Commission retained what tax devolution share for states in the 2026 recommendations?
A) 39%
B) 41%
C) 43%
D) 45%
Answer: B) 41%
Explanation: Retained while emphasizing fiscal discipline.