Current Affairs MCQ — Thursday, 16 July 2026

Which former Supreme Court judge was conferred the Padma Vibhushan in the 2026 Padma Awards cycle?

Justice M. Fathima Beevi, who received the Padma Bhushan in 2026, holds which historic distinction in the Indian judiciary?

To what level did India's retail (CPI) inflation rise in June 2026, marking an 18-month high?

The Indian Government invested ₹200 crore as part of a ₹1,200 crore fundraise in which electric vehicle company in 2026?

In the inaugural Index of Services Production, how many of the 19 sub-sectors recorded double-digit growth in April?

Which body released the Data Governance Guidance Framework in July 2026 to strengthen data quality and accountability in banks?

Low water levels in the Mullaperiyar Dam are currently impacting farming and drinking water supply in which two Indian states?

What is the total amount approved by the Union Cabinet for Semicon Mission 2.0 and mobile manufacturing in July 2026?

What percentage of its tariff lines will the UK eliminate or reduce under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA)?

On which date did the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) come into force?

The National Investment Policy announced in July 2026 aims to boost production of which fertiliser to reduce India's import dependence?

Which Iranian official signalled a possible withdrawal from a memorandum of understanding amid escalating US-Iran tensions in July 2026?

NASA astronaut Anil Menon, who reached the International Space Station in July 2026, is of which Indian regional descent?

From which launch site did NASA astronaut Anil Menon and his crew lift off for their ISS mission in July 2026?

Which institution's researchers identified a new approach that could make drug discovery faster, cheaper, and more sustainable?

Who scored the winning goals for Argentina in the FIFA World Cup semifinal against England in 2026?

Against which country is Argentina set to play the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after beating England in the semifinal?

What is the name of the dedicated body the TVK government plans to establish to fast-track investment approvals in Tamil Nadu?

The TVK government plans to transition Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam (KMUT) beneficiaries above which age to a pension scheme with enhanced monthly assistance of ₹1,500?

Which nuclear power plant was at the centre of a reported data breach that was denied by NPCIL in July 2026?