Thursday, October 8, 2026

8th October 2026 Current Affairs MCQ Quiz

By Arjun Verma · GK & Current Affairs Expert

Current Affairs 20 Questions

Test your general knowledge with today's current affairs quiz covering Current Affairs. 20 questions to challenge your understanding.

This quiz for Thursday, October 8, 2026 covers the most important current affairs of the day — government decisions, appointments, economy, sports, science & technology, and international affairs. All 20 MCQ questions include detailed explanations to help you understand the context behind each answer. Ideal for UPSC Prelims, SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, and RRB NTPC 2026 aspirants.
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1

Which newly established Special Purpose Vehicle will formulate a ten-year transport master plan and review infrastructure projects costing Rs 500 crore or more?

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2

By what percentage has the Ministry of Rural Development expanded the permissible works framework under the VB–G RAM G Act 2025?

3

Under which procurement category did the Ministry of Defence contract BrahMos Aerospace for naval fire control systems and launchers?

4

Who presided over the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly held in late 2026?

5

Which global financial institution upgraded India's GDP growth projection to 7.1 percent for FY27, citing robust domestic demand?

6

Which prominent physicist was awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for his foundational work on the IceCube Neutrino Observatory?

7

Who has been appointed as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff, scheduled to take charge at the end of October 2026?

8

In a recent aerospace development, which organization successfully flight-tested an indigenously developed High-Altitude Platform for stratospheric surveillance?

9

During the 20th Asian Games in Japan, the Indian Olympic Association signed an agreement to boost sports cooperation with the National Olympic Committee of which country?

10

Professor Palle Rama Rao, who passed away recently, was widely celebrated for his pioneering contributions to which core scientific discipline?

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11

What is the primary theme for World Cotton Day observed annually on October 7?

12

Which Indian regulatory body launched the 'Samajh Se Investing Simple' campaign under Project Jagrook in Chandigarh?

13

Which multinational metal forging company headquartered in Pune signed a long-term contract with Pratt & Whitney Canada for aerospace engine components?

14

What was the core focus area of World Space Week celebrated from October 4 to 10?

15

Which legendary Hollywood icon and Academy Award winner, celebrated for her role in 'On the Waterfront', passed away at the age of 102?

16

Under which initiative did SEBI introduce its official WhatsApp channel featuring a verified blue tick to enhance investor outreach?

17

India recently co-hosted the launch of 'OneSCD' at the UNGA to tackle which chronic health condition?

18

The newly launched 'GoFonS4' group, co-founded by India and Liberia, primarily focuses on what domain?

19

What is the global theme designated for Breast Cancer Awareness Month observed throughout October?

20

Which Indian city hosted the launch of SEBI's 'Samajh Se Investing Simple' campaign at its university campus?

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Key Facts — 8thOctober2026

  • The Union Cabinet backed the newly established Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority Special Purpose Vehicle to formulate a ten-year transport master plan.
  • The Ministry of Rural Development expanded the permissible works framework under the VB–G RAM G Act 2025 by a forty-one percent increase.
  • The Ministry of Defence contracted BrahMos Aerospace for naval fire control systems and launchers under the Buy (Indian-IDDM) procurement category.

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8thOctober2026 Current Affairs — Key Highlights

This 8thOctober2026 current affairs quiz covers the most important GK events of the day — government decisions, appointments, economy, sports, science & technology, and international affairs. All 20 MCQ questions include detailed explanations to help you understand the context behind each answer.

8thOctober current affairs questions are frequently asked in UPSC Prelims GS-I, SSC CGL General Awareness, SSC CHSL GK, and RRB NTPC General Awareness sections. Practising daily MCQs with explanations helps you retain events in context — not just memorise isolated facts.

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Arjun Verma Current Affairs Expert

UPSC · SSC CGL · RRB NTPC Faculty & Current Affairs Specialist

With over 10 years of experience teaching current affairs and GK to competitive exam aspirants, Arjun has helped 50,000+ students prepare for UPSC, SSC CGL, CHSL, and RRB NTPC exams. He specialises in breaking down complex current affairs into easy-to-remember MCQs with detailed explanations tailored for Indian competitive exams.

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