Current Affairs Quiz - July 2026

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National Doctors’ Day is celebrated annually in India on 1 July. The day honours the selfless service and contributions of doctors to society. It commemorates the birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, a renowned physician and former Chief Minister of West Bengal. It was established by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) in 1991. The theme for 2026 is “Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?” The 2026 theme highlights the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of doctors and the need to support healthcare professionals.

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Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the SUMAN Roadmap 2030 during the 16th Conference of the Central Council of Health and Family Welfare (CCHFW). The roadmap aims to improve maternal and newborn healthcare and accelerate India’s progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. It is based on the RMNCHA+N framework and follows a life-cycle approach from pre-pregnancy to the postnatal period. RMNCAH+N stands for Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health Plus Nutrition. The roadmap includes the SUMAN Package for Pregnant Women, JANANI Portal, AI-enabled labour rooms, and Non-Pneumatic Anti-Shock Garments.

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A United Nations ESCAP report has warned that developing economies in the Asia-Pacific face an annual climate finance gap of nearly USD 800 billion. The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) is the most inclusive intergovernmental platform in the Asia-Pacific region. It was established in 1947. It aims to promote economic and social development through regional cooperation and integration. The headquarters is located in Bangkok, Thailand.

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed Ravi Shankar as its new Executive Director (ED) with effect from 1 July 2026. Before his appointment, he served as Adviser-in-Charge of the Department of Statistics and Information Management (DSIM). As Executive Director, he will continue to head the DSIM. He has over 30 years of experience in areas such as banking statistics, government securities, settlement systems, debt management, and macroeconomic statistics. He holds a Master’s degree in Statistics from Banaras Hindu University (BHU).

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The Uttar Pradesh government has launched the statewide ‘Digi Rover (GNSS) Special Land Measurement Campaign’. The campaign will run from 1 July to 15 August across all districts of Uttar Pradesh. It aims to resolve all pending land demarcation and measurement cases in tehsils using GNSS-based Digi Rover technology. The initiative was launched by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Saharanpur. The CM emphasized a transparent, time-bound, and technology-driven system for land-related services.

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The Prime Minister recently visited the Arul Mihu Navasakthi Vinayagar Temple during his State visit to Seychelles. It is a Hindu temple located in Victoria, the capital of Seychelles. It is the only Hindu temple in Seychelles. The temple was built in 1992 by the Hindu community in Seychelles. It is dedicated to Lord Vinayagar (Lord Ganesha) and is located on Mahé Island. The temple is built in the Dravidian architectural style, resembling the temples of Tamil Nadu.

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The Indian gaur (bison) translocation programme to Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary has been put on hold due to high anthropogenic pressure, especially cattle presence. Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary is located on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar, Odisha. It represents the northeastern limit of the Eastern Ghats. The sanctuary was declared mainly to conserve wild elephants and their habitats. The Kumarkhunti Reservoir is the only permanent water source supporting wildlife during summer.

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The Ministry of Culture has invited applications under the Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY) for Grant Year 2026–27.
The scheme provides financial assistance to artists, cultural organisations, NGOs, researchers, and institutions. It aims to preserve, promote, and strengthen India’s rich cultural heritage. The scheme supports diverse cultural activities, including the promotion and preservation of arts and cultural heritage. The Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY) is implemented by the Ministry of Culture.

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Gujarat Police launched a 28-day statewide cyber safety campaign named “Operation Surakshit Cyberspace”. The campaign runs from July 1 to July 28. It aims to enhance online safety for women and children through cyber awareness, victim outreach, and technology-driven policing. The initiative promotes intelligence-led policing and early intervention to prevent cybercrimes.

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The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD) conducted Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA), the third national-level mock drill under the National One Health Mission. The 5-day exercise was held from 29 June–3 July 2026 at Khari village, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It aimed to test India’s preparedness, coordination, and emergency response for zoonotic disease outbreaks using the One Health approach. The drill simulated an Influenza A (H1N1) outbreak in animals with the potential to spill over to humans and wildlife.