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July 2026 Current Affairs for NDA
Important National, International, Defence & Other Exam-Relevant Events
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
Q1
National Affairs · Railways
India's first Hydrogen-Powered Train recently operated between which two stations?
Answer
B) Jind – Sonipat
India's first hydrogen-powered train, operated between Jind and Sonipat.
Key Context
- It uses Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cell technology and emits only water vapour and heat during operation.
- The hydrogen storage and refuelling facility has been established at Jind, Haryana.
Q2
National Affairs · Semiconductors
India's CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) Facility, inaugurated recently, is located in which state?
Answer
B) Gujarat
The CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test facility, inaugurated in Gujarat.
Q3
National Affairs · Energy
★ IMPORTANTIndia's first Greenfield Refinery-cum-Petrochemical Complex, inaugurated recently, is located at Pachpadra in which state?
Answer
B) Rajasthan
India's first Greenfield Refinery-cum-Petrochemical Complex, in Rajasthan.
Q4
National Affairs · Heritage
★ IMPORTANTSarnath, recently inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, in which Indian state?
Answer
B) Uttar Pradesh
Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, recently inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Key Context
- During the 48th Session of the World Heritage Committee held in Busan, South Korea.
- With this inscription, India now has 45 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Sarnath is the place where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon (Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta) after attaining enlightenment at Bodh Gaya.
- Major monuments at Sarnath include the Dhamek Stupa, Dharmarajika Stupa, and Chaukhandi Stupa.
Q5
National Affairs · Health & History
★ IMPORTANTSushruta, in whose honour Sushrutam 2026 was organized, is known as the:
Answer
C) Father of Surgery
Sushruta, honoured as the Father of Surgery, at Sushrutam 2026.
Q6
National Affairs · Agriculture
The recently launched PRAGATI initiative is related to which sector?
Answer
B) Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Livelihoods
The PRAGATI initiative for sustainable agriculture and rural livelihoods.
Q7
National Affairs · Technology
NIDAR 2.0, recently launched under the SwaYaan Initiative, aims to promote:
Answer
B) Indigenous Drone Technology
NIDAR 2.0, promoting indigenous drone technology under the SwaYaan Initiative.
Q8
National Affairs · Skills
The GlobalSkills Challenge 2026, in which India won five medals, was held in which country?
Answer
B) Australia
The GlobalSkills Challenge 2026, held in Australia.
Q9
National Affairs · Rural Development
The VB-GRAM G Act, 2025, recently implemented, replaced which of the following schemes?
Answer
B) MGNREGA
The VB-GRAM G Act, 2025, which replaced MGNREGA.
Key Context
- VB-GRAM G stands for Village-Based Guaranteed Rural Employment and Agricultural Modernization Guarantee Act.
- The VB-GRAM G Act, 2025 replaced the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
- The Act guarantees 125 days of rural wage employment.
- It is implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development.
Q10
National Affairs · Digital
Which messaging platform recently introduced the 'Username' feature, allowing users to communicate without sharing their mobile numbers?
Answer
C) WhatsApp
WhatsApp's newly introduced 'Username' feature.
Q11
National Affairs · Narcotics Control
The recently launched MANAS portal helpline is primarily related to:
Answer
B) Drug Trafficking and Narcotics Reporting
The MANAS portal helpline for drug trafficking and narcotics reporting.
Q12
National Affairs · Social Welfare
On 14th July, NAMASTE Day, observed recently in India, is primarily associated with the welfare of:
Answer
B) Sanitation Workers
NAMASTE Day, observed on 14th July for the welfare of sanitation workers.
Q13
National Affairs · Telecom
The India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026 is jointly organized by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and which organization?
Answer
C) Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI)
The India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026, jointly organized with COAI.
Key Context
- The theme is "Scale without Boundaries."
Q14
National Affairs · Biodiversity
The Natural History Museum (NHM), Mizoram University, recently designated as India's 21st Designated Repository, is primarily associated with:
Answer
B) Biodiversity Conservation
The Natural History Museum, Mizoram University, India's 21st biodiversity heritage site.
Key Context
- It is located in the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot, one of the world's biodiversity hotspots.
Q15
National Affairs · Minerals
The Geological Survey of India (GSI) recently discovered thorium-bearing deposits at which place?
Answer
B) Gundlupet, Karnataka
Thorium-bearing deposits discovered by the Geological Survey of India at Gundlupet, Karnataka.
Key Context
- The deposits occur in monazite, a mineral rich in thorium, rare earth elements, and uranium.
- Thorium can be used to produce Uranium-233 (U-233), an important fuel for advanced nuclear reactors.
- India possesses one of the world's largest thorium reserves.
Q16
National Affairs · Wildlife
★ IMPORTANTAs per the Global Tiger Day 2026 report, how many Tiger Reserves are there in India?
Answer
C) 58
Tiger reserves in India, per the Global Tiger Day 2026 report.
Key Context
- India's tiger population has increased to 3,682, the highest in the world.
- The number of Tiger Reserves in the country has increased to 58.
- Global Tiger Day is observed annually on 29 July.
- The event was organized by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) in New Delhi.
- NTCA functions under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC).
Q17
National Affairs · Education
★ IMPORTANTThe recently constituted Exam Reform Task Force has been formed under the chairmanship of:
Answer
B) Nandan Nilekani
The Exam Reform Task Force, chaired by Nandan Nilekani.
Key Context
- Nandan Nilekani is co-founder of Infosys.
- The panel will recommend measures to prevent paper leaks, curb unfair practices, enhance transparency, and strengthen technology-based monitoring.
- The initiative is linked to the proposed Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026.
Q18
National Affairs · Education
In the context of NEP 2020, what does ABC stand for?
Answer
B) Academic Bank of Credits
The Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) under NEP 2020.
Key Context
- Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is managed by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
- ABC enables students to store, transfer, accumulate, and redeem academic credits across higher education institutions.
- APAAR stands for Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry, a 12-digit lifelong student ID.
- APAAR integrates students' academic records with DigiLocker and the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC).
Q59
National Affairs · Awards
Who has recently been conferred the Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026?
Answer
C) Ajit Doval
Ajit Doval, conferred the Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026.
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
Q19
International Affairs · Diplomacy
The 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' Presidential Distinction, conferred on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is the highest civilian honour of which country?
Answer
B) Seychelles
PM Modi receiving the 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' Presidential Distinction from Seychelles.
Key Context
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi became the first recipient of Seychelles' highest civilian honour, the 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' Presidential Distinction.
- The award was presented during the 50th anniversary of India–Seychelles diplomatic relations.
Q20
International Affairs · Connectivity
The Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project, recently discussed during the India–Myanmar Border Coordination Meeting, connects India with which country?
Answer
B) Myanmar
The Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project, linking India and Myanmar.
Q21
International Affairs · Strategic Partnership
India recently launched the PACTS (Partnership for Cyber, Critical Technologies and Supply Chains) initiative with which country?
Answer
B) Australia
PACTS, India's partnership for cyber, critical technologies and supply chains, with Australia.
Key Context
- It promotes cooperation in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, critical minerals, digital resilience, and defence research.
- Alongside PACTS, India, Australia, and Canada launched the Australia–Canada–India Supply Chain Resilience Initiative.
Q22
International Affairs · Humanitarian
India recently delivered medical aid to enhance Ebola preparedness in which country?
Answer
B) Kenya
Medical aid delivered by India to enhance Ebola preparedness in Kenya.
Q23
International Affairs · Connectivity
India's first direct commercial container freight train recently reached which city in Nepal?
Answer
C) Biratnagar
India's first direct commercial container freight train, reaching Biratnagar, Nepal.
Key Context
- India's first-ever direct commercial container freight train operated from Kolkata Port (India) to Biratnagar (Nepal).
Q24
International Affairs · Maritime Law
China's 'Nine-Dash Line' claim, frequently seen in the news, is related to which of the following regions?
Answer
B) South China Sea
China's 'Nine-Dash Line' claim in the South China Sea.
Key Context
- In 2016, an arbitral tribunal constituted under UNCLOS ruled that China's Nine-Dash Line claim had no legal basis under international law.
- Recently, 14 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, Australia, and the Philippines, reaffirmed the 2016 South China Sea Arbitration Award on its 10th anniversary.
- The countries reaffirmed support for freedom of navigation, peaceful dispute resolution, international law, and a rules-based maritime order.
- China continues to reject the arbitral ruling despite it being described as final and legally binding under UNCLOS.
Q25
International Affairs · Social Policy
Which European country recently became the first to ban children under 15 from accessing social media platforms?
Answer
B) France
France, the first European country to ban social media access for children under 15.
Q26
International Affairs · Disasters
The largest-ever wildfire in the Guadalajara in Castilla-La Mancha, recently in the news, occurred in which country?
Answer
C) Spain
The largest-ever wildfire in Guadalajara, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain.
Q27
International Affairs · International Law
The Rome Statute, recently in the news after Venezuela announced its withdrawal, is the founding treaty of which international organization?
Answer
B) International Criminal Court (ICC)
The Rome Statute, the founding treaty of the International Criminal Court.
Key Context
- The ICC is headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands.
Q28
International Affairs · Security
★★ VERY IMPORTANTMatch the following armed groups with the countries/territories where they are primarily based:
Answer
A) A-2, B-3, C-1
Armed groups matched with the countries/territories where they are primarily based.
Key Context
- Hezbollah → Lebanon
- Hamas → Gaza Strip (Palestine)
- Houthis (Ansar Allah) → Yemen
- They are part of Iran’s Axis of Resistance.
Q29
International Affairs · Energy Geography
★ IMPORTANTKharg Island, frequently seen in the news, is primarily known for:
Answer
B) Iran's major crude oil export terminal
Kharg Island, Iran's major crude oil export terminal.
Key Context
- Kharg Island handles around 90% of Iran's crude oil exports.
- It is located in the Persian Gulf.
- It became a strategic target during the Iran–US/Israel conflict due to its importance for Iran's economy.
Q30
International Affairs · Maritime Chokepoints
★ IMPORTANTThe Strait of Hormuz, frequently in the news during the Iran conflict, connects:
Answer
B) Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman
The Strait of Hormuz, connecting the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.
Key Context
- It is one of the world's busiest oil shipping chokepoints.
- Iran repeatedly threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz during the conflict.
Q31
International Affairs · Nuclear
★ IMPORTANTNatanz, recently in the news, is a nuclear facility located in which country and primarily associated with:
Answer
B) Iran – Uranium enrichment
Natanz, Iran's uranium enrichment nuclear facility.
DEFENCE & SECURITY
Q32
Defence & Security · Defence Exports
★ IMPORTANTWhich of the following countries has recently signed a deal with India to purchase the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system?
Answer
B) Indonesia
Indonesia, which signed a deal with India to purchase the BrahMos missile.
Key Context
- India and Indonesia strengthened their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership by signing 14 agreements, including defence cooperation.
- Indonesia agreed to procure BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and became the first foreign customer of India's Astra Beyond-Visual-Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM).
- Three countries have now signed agreements with India to procure the BrahMos missile system: Philippines (2022), Vietnam (2026), and Indonesia (2026).
- India and Indonesia also reaffirmed support for a free, open, inclusive, and rules-based Indo-Pacific.
Q33
Defence & Security · Indian Army
General Dhiraj Seth, the 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), belongs to which corps of the Indian Army?
Answer
B) Armoured Corps
General Dhiraj Seth, the 31st Chief of the Army Staff, from the Armoured Corps.
Q34
Defence & Security · Indian Army
The Indian Army's first Integrated Battle Groups (IBGs), recently operationalised, are under which Corps?
Answer
C) XVII Corps (Mountain Strike Corps)
The Indian Army's first Integrated Battle Group, under XVII Corps (Mountain Strike Corps).
Key Context
- The first Integrated Battle Groups (IBGs) were operationalised under the XVII Corps (Mountain Strike Corps) at Panagarh, West Bengal.
- An IBG is a brigade-sized, self-sufficient combat formation with over 5,000 troops.
- It integrates infantry, artillery, armour, engineers, air defence, signals, logistics, and medical support.
- The concept was proposed by General Bipin Rawat and tested during Exercise HimVijay (2019).
- IBGs are designed for rapid deployment within 48 hours, enhancing India's readiness for multi-domain warfare.
Q35
Defence & Security · Indian Army
The 'VIJAY' vision, recently unveiled by the Chief of the Army Staff, stands for:
Answer
B) Vigilance and Readiness, Innovation and Transformation, Jointness and Integration, Aatmanirbharta, and Yoddha First
The 'VIJAY' vision unveiled by the Chief of the Army Staff.
Key Context
- It aims to build a technology-driven, future-ready Indian Army.
- It emphasizes tri-service integration and aligns the Army with the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
Q36
Defence & Security · Border Roads
Project BRAHMANK, recently in news, is a flagship project of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) in which Indian state?
Answer
B) Arunachal Pradesh
Project BRAHMANK of the Border Roads Organisation, in Arunachal Pradesh.
Key Context
- It recently celebrated its 16th Raising Day.
Q37
Defence & Security · Indian Coast Guard
ICGS Akshay, recently commissioned into service, belongs to which of the following forces?
Answer
B) Indian Coast Guard
ICGS Akshay, commissioned into the Indian Coast Guard.
Key Context
- ICGS Akshay is a Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) commissioned into the Indian Coast Guard fleet.
Q38
Defence & Security · Indian Navy
★ IMPORTANTINS Mahendragiri (F38), recently commissioned, belongs to which class of warships?
Answer
B) Nilgiri-class (Project 17A)
INS Mahendragiri (F38), a Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) frigate.
Key Context
- INS Mahendragiri (F38) is the sixth indigenous stealth frigate under Project 17A (Nilgiri-class).
- It has over 75% indigenous content, supporting the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
- INS Mahendragiri is equipped with surface-to-air missiles, surface-to-surface missiles, anti-submarine warfare systems, and advanced stealth features.
Q39
Defence & Security · Indian Navy
INS Malvan, recently commissioned into the Indian Navy, is a part of which class of warships?
Answer
C) Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Water Craft (ASW-SWC)
INS Malvan, a Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Water Craft.
Key Context
- INS Malvan is second Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) commissioned into Indian Navy.
- It is designed for anti-submarine warfare, underwater surveillance, mine warfare, and coastal security operations.
Q40
Defence & Security · Tri-Service
'Samudra Pradakshina', recently in the news, is:
Answer
B) India's first tri-service all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition
'Samudra Pradakshina', India's first tri-service all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition.
Key Context
- Samudra Pradakshina is India's first tri-service all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition.
- The expedition was undertaken by nine women officers from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force aboard the indigenous IASV Triveni.
Q41
Defence & Security · Indian Navy
INS Machilipatnam, recently launched by the Indian Navy, is named after a historic port city in which Indian state?
Answer
C) Andhra Pradesh
INS Machilipatnam, named after a historic port city in Andhra Pradesh.
Key Context
- INS Machilipatnam is the seventh of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) being built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL).
Q42
Defence & Security · Artillery
India recently successfully flight-tested the Pinaka Long-Range Guided Rocket (LRGR). Pinaka is a:
Answer
B) Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) System
The Pinaka Long-Range Guided Rocket, a Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher system.
Q43
Defence & Security · Air Defence
Bhargavastra, recently showcased to the Indian Army, is a:
Answer
B) Anti-Swarm Drone Defence System
Bhargavastra, an Anti-Swarm Drone Defence System.
Key Context
- Bhargavastra is an indigenously developed Anti-Swarm Drone Defence System.
SCIENCE, SPACE & TECHNOLOGY
Q44
Science, Space & Technology · Space
Gaganyaan, recently in the news, is India's first:
Answer
B) Indigenous human spaceflight mission
Gaganyaan, India's first indigenous human spaceflight mission.
Key Context
- Gaganyaan is India's first indigenous human spaceflight mission.
- The mission aims to send three astronauts (Gaganyatris) into Low Earth Orbit for about 3 days and safely return them to Earth.
- It will be launched using the Human-rated LVM3 (Launch Vehicle Mark-3) rocket.
- The mission is expected to be launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota.
- Vyommitra, a female humanoid robot, will fly on an uncrewed Gaganyaan mission before the crewed mission.
Q45
Science, Space & Technology · Science & Standards
The White Rabbit Technology (WRT)-based Indian Standard Time (IST) Dissemination Network, recently in the news, aims to:
Answer
B) Synchronize Indian Standard Time (IST) with sub-nanosecond accuracy
The White Rabbit Technology-based Indian Standard Time Dissemination Network.
Key Context
- India commissioned the White Rabbit Technology (WRT)-based Indian Standard Time (IST) Dissemination Network under the One Nation, One Time initiative.
- The network was developed by the Department of Consumer Affairs, CSIR, and ISRO.
- The network will support banking, financial markets, telecommunications, power grids, cybersecurity, and transportation.
SPORTS
Q46
Sports · Football
★ IMPORTANTWhich country won the FIFA World Cup 2026 title?
Answer
B) Spain
Spain, winners of the FIFA World Cup 2026 title.
Key Context
- Spain defeated Argentina in the final to win FIFA World Cup 2026, while England finished third and France secured fourth place.
- Jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico — the first FIFA World Cup hosted by three countries, and the first edition with 48 teams.
- The final was played at the MetLife Stadium (New Jersey), USA.
Q47
Sports · Multi-Sport Games
★ IMPORTANTThe 23rd Commonwealth Games 2026 were hosted by which city?
Answer
B) Glasgow (Scotland)
Glasgow, Scotland, host city of the 23rd Commonwealth Games 2026.
Key Context
- Dates: 23 July – 2 August 2026. Participating Nations: 74 Commonwealth nations and territories.
- Sports: 10 sports with 215 medal events. India's Contingent: 120 members.
- Opening Ceremony Flag Bearers (India): Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain, declared open by King Charles III.
Q48
Sports · Olympics
Cricket will return to the Olympic Games at which edition after more than a century?
Answer
B) Los Angeles 2028 (LA28)
Cricket's return to the Olympic Games at Los Angeles 2028.
Key Context
- Cricket will return to the Los Angeles 2028 (LA28) Olympic Games after 128 years.
- Both the men's and women's T20 competitions will feature six teams each.
- Cricket last featured at the 1900 Paris Olympics, where Great Britain won the gold medal and France won the silver medal.
Q49
Sports · Youth Games
Which state will host the 8th Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) 2026?
Answer
C) Telangana
Telangana, host state of the 8th Khelo India Youth Games 2026.
Q50
Sports · Badminton
Kidambi Srikanth won the silver medal in the men's singles event at the US Open 2026 after losing the final to:
Answer
B) Su Li-yang (Chinese Taipei)
Kidambi Srikanth, silver medallist at the US Open 2026 badminton.
Key Context
- Kidambi Srikanth won the silver medal in the men's singles event at the US Open 2026.
- He finished runner-up to Su Li-yang of Chinese Taipei.
Q51
Sports · Badminton
PV Sindhu recently became the first Indian badminton player to win a BWF Super 750 title by winning which tournament?
Answer
C) Japan Open
PV Sindhu, the first Indian badminton player to win a BWF Super 750 title, at the Japan Open.
Key Context
- PV Sindhu won the BWF Japan Open 2026, defeating Akane Yamaguchi (Japan) in the final.
- She became the first Indian badminton player to win a BWF Super 750 title.
Q52
Sports · Athletics
Kerala's Ancy Sojan recently broke whose 22-year-old national record in the women's long jump?
Answer
B) Anju Bobby George
Ancy Sojan of Kerala, who broke Anju Bobby George's national long jump record.
Q53
Sports · Rowing
India won its first-ever gold medal at the World Rowing Cup 2026 in which event?
Answer
C) Lightweight Men's Double Sculls (LM2x)
India's first-ever gold medal at the World Rowing Cup 2026, in the Lightweight Men's Double Sculls.
Q54
Sports · Cricket
★★★ MOST IMPORTANTWho has been recently inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame?
Answer
C) Sourav Ganguly
Sourav Ganguly, recently inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.
Key Context
- He will be the 12th Men's cricketer to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.
- The 1st Indian cricketer was Bishan Singh Bedi.
- Two women cricketers were also earlier inducted.
Q55
Sports · Cricket
★ IMPORTANTKranti Gaud, recently in the news, became the first woman cricketer to feature on the Lord's Honours Board for which achievement?
Answer
B) Five-wicket haul in a Test innings
Kranti Gaud, the first woman cricketer with a five-wicket Test haul at Lord's.
Key Context
- Yastika Bhatia became the first woman to score a Test century at Lord's, scoring 113 against England, also earning a place on the Lord's Honours Board.
- The match was the first-ever Women's Test played at the historic Lord's Cricket Ground.
- India defeated England by 270 runs, registering its first-ever Women's Test victory at Lord's.
- The Lord's Honours Board traditionally recognizes Test centurions and five-wicket haul achievers at the venue.
Q56
Sports · Cricket
Rohit Sharma recently became the first Indian men's cricketer to achieve which feat at Lord's Cricket Ground?
Answer
B) Score an ODI century
Rohit Sharma, the first Indian men's cricketer to score an ODI century at Lord's.
Q57
Sports · Tennis
★ IMPORTANTWho won the Men's Singles title at Wimbledon 2026?
Answer
C) Jannik Sinner
Jannik Sinner, Men's Singles champion at Wimbledon 2026.
Key Context
- Jannik Sinner (Italy) won the Men's Singles title by defeating Alexander Zverev (Germany) in the final.
- Linda Nosková (Czech Republic) won the Women's Singles title by defeating Karolína Muchová (Czech Republic) in the final.
- Wimbledon is played on grass courts at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London.
Q58
Sports · Table Tennis
What is the official mascot of the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026?
Answer
B) Mayur
Mayur, the official mascot of the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026.
APPOINTMENTS
Q60
Appointments · Global Leadership
Who has recently been appointed as the Prime Minister of Ukraine?
Answer
B) Serhii Koretskyi
Serhii Koretskyi, appointed Prime Minister of Ukraine.
Q61
Appointments · Global Leadership
Who has recently become the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom?
Answer
B) Andy Burnham
Andy Burnham, who became Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
Q62
Appointments · Governance
Anurag Jain has recently been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of which organization?
Answer
B) NITI Aayog
Anurag Jain, appointed CEO of NITI Aayog.
Q63
Appointments · Governance
Varsha Ashok Aglawe, recently in the news, became the first woman Director General of which organization?
Answer
A) Geological Survey of India (GSI)
Varsha Ashok Aglawe, first woman Director General of the Geological Survey of India.
OBITUARY
Q64
Obituary · Social Service
Girish Bharadwaj, who recently passed away, was popularly known as:
Answer
C) Bridge Man of India
Girish Bharadwaj, popularly known as the Bridge Man of India.
Key Context
- He constructed over 140 low-cost suspension bridges across Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana, and Odisha.
Q65
Obituary · Cricket
★ IMPORTANTSir Garfield Sobers, who recently passed away, represented which country in international cricket?
Answer
C) West Indies
Sir Garfield Sobers, who represented the West Indies in international cricket.
Key Context
- Sir Garfield Sobers is regarded as one of cricket's greatest all-rounders.
- He became the first cricketer to hit six sixes in an over in first-class cricket.
- He was knighted in 1975 and inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.
IMPORTANT DATES — JULY 2026
| Date | Day | Theme | Key Point |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 July | National Doctors' Day | Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers? | Commemorates the birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. |
| 11 July | World Population Day | Realizing the hopes and aspirations of young people: today and in the future. | |
| 15 July | World Youth Skills Day | Skills for a Shared Future. | |
| 22 July | World Brain Day | Brain Health: Access for All. | |
| 28 July | World Hepatitis Day | Hepatitis: Let's Break It Down. |
End of July 2026 Current Affairs — 65 of 65 questions.
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