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Daily Current Affairs
14 July, 2026
1. The “Eärendil-1” mission — which received a two-year experimental license from the US FCC — is designed to demonstrate which technology?
A. Space-based solar power transmission
B. Orbital sunlight reflection to Earth after sunset
C. Asteroid mining
D. Space debris removal
E. Laser communication
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Explanation: Eärendil-1, by California-based startup Reflect Orbital, is essentially an orbital mirror — an ultra-light thin-film reflector with motorized gimbals — operating at ~625 km LEO to reflect sunlight to specific locations on Earth after sunset. It is named after Eärendil, the legendary mariner from J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Silmarillion. The FCC (est. 1934) granted the license.
2. China demonstrated the first reusable landing of its Long March 10B booster at which launch site?
A. Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre
B. Xichang Satellite Launch Centre
C. Wenchang Commercial Space Launch Site
D. Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre
E. Hainan Deep Space Port
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Explanation: The Long March 10B — China’s next-generation reusable medium-to-heavy lift launch vehicle with a recoverable first stage, developed by state-owned CASC — achieved its first reusable booster landing at Wenchang. Objectives: cut launch costs, support China’s lunar programme, and deploy large satellite constellations economically.
3. The PMFME Scheme, which recently crossed 2 lakh credit-linked beneficiaries, provides a credit-linked capital subsidy of:
A. 25% of project cost, max â‚ą5 lakh
B. 35% of project cost, max â‚ą10 lakh
C. 40% of project cost, max â‚ą15 lakh
D. 50% of project cost, max â‚ą20 lakh
E. 30% of project cost, max â‚ą8 lakh
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Explanation: The PMFME Scheme (launched 29 June 2020, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Centrally Sponsored) gives a 35% credit-linked capital subsidy up to â‚ą10 lakh per beneficiary, seed capital of â‚ą40,000 per SHG member, and follows the One District One Product (ODOP) approach. Funding pattern: 60:40 (general states), 90:10 (NE & Himalayan states), 100% for UTs without legislature.
4. India’s first hydrogen-powered passenger train will be flagged off on 17 July 2026 on which route?
A. Jind – Sonipat (Haryana)
B. Rewari – Rohtak (Haryana)
C. Kalka – Shimla
D. Mathura – Vrindavan
E. Marwar – Devgarh
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Explanation: India’s first Hydrogen-Electric Multiple Unit (HEMU) will run on the 89-km Jind–Sonipat route (project cost â‚ą136 crore), developed by Northern Railway with technology partner Medha Servo Drives (Hyderabad) and fuel cells from Ballard Power Systems (Canada). It supports Net Zero 2070 and the National Green Hydrogen Mission (launched 2023, MNRE, target: 5 million tonnes green hydrogen annually by 2030).
5. The UMANG portal, recently in news over security vulnerabilities, was developed by NeGD under which ministry?
A. Ministry of Home Affairs
B. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
C. Ministry of Communications
D. NITI Aayog
E. Ministry of Personnel
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Explanation: UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance), launched November 2017 and developed by the National e-Governance Division under MeitY, provides single-window access to 2,400+ government services (EPFO, Passport, DigiLocker, PAN, LPG, pension etc.). Security researchers found flaws exposing user data; MeitY has initiated corrective measures. CERT-In (est. 2004, under Section 70B of the IT Act, 2000) is India’s nodal cyber emergency agency.
6. As per NSO data, India’s retail inflation (CPI) rose to what level in June 2026 — crossing the RBI’s 4% target for the first time under the new CPI series?
A. 4.12%
B. 4.25%
C. 4.38%
D. 4.55%
E. 4.70%
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Explanation: CPI inflation rose to 4.38% (~4.4%) in June 2026 from 3.93% in May — the first breach of RBI’s 4% target under the new CPI series (Base Year 2024, effective January 2026, includes online market data for the first time, replacing the 2011-12 series). Drivers: food inflation 5.32%, transport inflation 4.31%, a 42.8% rainfall deficit in June, and silver jewellery inflation of 133.21%.
7. In the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which group has the highest weight (about 45.86%)?
A. Housing
B. Fuel and Light
C. Food & Beverages
D. Clothing and Footwear
E. Miscellaneous
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Explanation: Food & Beverages carries the highest weight (~45.86%) in CPI, which is published by NSO under MoSPI, covers rural and urban consumption, and is used by the RBI for monetary policy decisions.
8. FCNR(B) accounts — for which the RBI has a concessional swap facility — allow NRIs to maintain deposits in foreign currency for a tenure of:
A. 6 months to 3 years
B. 1 year to 5 years
C. 2 years to 7 years
D. 1 year to 10 years
E. 3 years to 5 years
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Explanation: FCNR(B) is a fixed-term deposit in designated foreign currencies (USD, GBP, EUR, JPY, AUD, CAD) for NRIs/PIOs with tenure of 1-5 years; principal and interest are fully repatriable, with no exchange-rate risk to the depositor. Under RBI’s concessional swap window, banks swap the foreign currency with RBI for rupees at concessional cost, reversing at maturity. FM Nirmala Sitharaman reviewed the facility and urged greater NRI outreach.
9. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta launched the AI-powered “Dust Portal 2.0” to monitor construction and demolition sites of what minimum size?
A. 200 square yards
B. 300 square yards
C. 500 square yards
D. 1,000 square yards
E. 100 square yards
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Explanation: Dust Portal 2.0 uses AI to monitor construction and demolition sites of 500 square yards or more, strengthening dust control and pollution monitoring through technology-driven governance.
10. Lakhanpur — selected among the first towns in India to develop a Street Food Hub under PM SVANidhi (promoting Dogra cuisine) — is located in:
A. Himachal Pradesh
B. Punjab
C. Jammu & Kashmir
D. Uttarakhand
E. Haryana
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Explanation: Lakhanpur (J&K) was selected among the first towns for a Street Food Hub under PM SVANidhi, promoting Dogra cuisine, tourism, hygienic street food and sustainable livelihoods for street vendors — supported by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
11. The Department of Posts and TRAI signed an MoU for India’s largest village-level telecom network survey. How many villages will be covered?
A. 2.5 lakh villages
B. 3.68 lakh villages
C. 5.68 lakh villages
D. 6.4 lakh villages
E. 4.2 lakh villages
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Explanation: The DoP-TRAI survey will cover 5.68 lakh villages, with over 1.40 lakh Gramin Dak Sevaks collecting field data to identify connectivity gaps and improve rural telecom infrastructure. Separately, Gujarat signed a â‚ą5,629 crore Amended BharatNet agreement (DBN, Gujarat Govt, GFGNL, BSNL) covering 14,287 Gram Panchayats and 5+ lakh rural fibre connections.
12. As per the WIPO report, India recorded the highest growth in intangible investments among major economies, reaching what value in 2023?
A. USD 52.4 billion
B. USD 65.8 billion
C. USD 78.2 billion
D. USD 84.6 billion
E. USD 92.1 billion
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Explanation: WIPO reported India’s intangible investment reached USD 78.2 billion in 2023 — the highest growth among major economies — driven by software, R&D, innovation and intellectual property.
13. Who won the Wimbledon 2026 men’s singles title?
A. Carlos Alcaraz
B. Novak Djokovic
C. Jannik Sinner
D. Daniil Medvedev
E. Alexander Zverev
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Explanation: Jannik Sinner (Italy) won the Wimbledon 2026 men’s singles title, while Linda Nosková (Czech Republic) won the women’s singles title at the Championships in London.
14. Legendary playback singer S. Janaki, who passed away at 88, recorded over 48,000 songs and won how many National Film Awards for Best Female Playback Singer?
A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. Five
E. Six
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Explanation: S. Janaki recorded over 48,000 songs in nearly 20 Indian languages during her six-decade career and won four National Film Awards for Best Female Playback Singer.
15. Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who passed away at 74, was the former Emir of Qatar. During which period did he rule Qatar?
A. 1990–2010
B. 1995–2013
C. 2000–2015
D. 1985–2005
E. 1998–2018
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Explanation: Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013, transforming it into a global energy, investment and diplomatic hub — overseeing LNG export expansion and institutions such as Al Jazeera.
16. The theme of World Population Day 2026 (11 July) was:
A. Rights and choices are the answer
B. Realizing the hopes and aspirations of young people – today and for the future
C. A world of 8 billion
D. Family planning is a human right
E. Empowering women and girls
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Explanation: World Population Day 2026 (11 July) had this theme, highlighting population issues, reproductive health and sustainable development. Also observed on 11 July: the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Srebrenica Genocide (Bosnia and Herzegovina).
17. World Horse Day, observed by the UN on 11 July, was established through a UNGA Resolution adopted in which year?
A. 2023
B. 2024
C. 2025
D. 2022
E. 2026
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Explanation: World Horse Day (11 July) was established through a UNGA Resolution adopted in 2025, making 2026 the second annual observance — recognising the contribution of horses to human society.
18. During PM Modi’s Australia visit, Australia announced the repatriation of how many ancient Indian artefacts?
A. Two
B. Three
C. Five
D. Seven
E. Ten
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Explanation: Australia announced the repatriation of three ancient Indian artefacts during PM Modi’s visit. Both countries also finalized the India-Australia Civil Nuclear Agreement implementation arrangement, signed a new Joint Declaration on Defence and Security Cooperation (JDDSC), and expanded education partnerships.
19. Chitkara University launched the Atal Incubation Centre–Chitkara Incubation Foundation (AIC-CIF) with an investment of ₹20 crore to support deep-tech startups in which areas?
A. Fintech, edtech and healthtech
B. Drone technology, agritech and renewable energy
C. AI, blockchain and quantum computing
D. Biotech, pharma and medical devices
E. Gaming, media and entertainment
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Explanation: The â‚ą20 crore AIC-CIF will support deep-tech startups in drone technology, agritech and renewable energy, promoting innovation, research commercialisation and entrepreneurship.
20. Nita Ambani, Founder-Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, recently received which honour from Fortune India?
A. Businessperson of the Year
B. Most Powerful Women (MPW) Honour 2026
C. Lifetime Achievement Award
D. Philanthropist of the Decade
E. India Impact Award
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Explanation: Nita Ambani received the Fortune India Most Powerful Women (MPW) Honour 2026 for leadership in institution building and inclusive development; the Fortune India MPW 2026 list of top women leaders was also released.
