Q1.
On 26 Aug 2026, how many Indian nationals were reported missing following the flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district?
- Over 30
- At least 105
- Approximately 250
- Exactly 100
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Answer: B. At least 105
The current affairs report on 26 Aug 2026 states, 'At least 105 Indian nationals are reported missing after the sudden surge in the Bhote Koshi River.'
Q2.
The flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district on 26 Aug 2026, which led to casualties and missing persons, were caused by a sudden surge in which river?
- Gandaki River
- Kosi River
- Bhote Koshi River
- Karnali River
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Answer: C. Bhote Koshi River
The news on 26 Aug 2026 mentions, 'At least 105 Indian nationals are reported missing after the sudden surge in the Bhote Koshi River.'
Q3.
Which Indian Air Force aircraft was mentioned on 26 Aug 2026 as being ready for relief operations in response to the Nepal flash floods?
- Sukhoi Su-30MKI
- HAL Tejas
- C-130J Super Hercules
- Boeing C-17 Globemaster III
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Answer: C. C-130J Super Hercules
The report on 26 Aug 2026 states, 'India has rushed relief material, with an Indian C-130 Jet ready for relief operations and the IAF offering help,' and the background mentions, 'The C-130J Super Hercules is a tactical airlift aircraft used by the Indian Air Force.'
Q4.
As per the news on 26 Aug 2026, what is the approximate total length of the Buckingham Canal along the east coast of India?
- About 200 km
- About 250 km
- About 450 km
- About 600 km
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Answer: C. About 450 km
The current affairs on 26 Aug 2026 states, 'The Buckingham Canal runs along the east coast of India for about 450 km.'
Q5.
On 26 Aug 2026, the Buckingham Canal was highlighted for its connectivity. Approximately how much of its length is located in Andhra Pradesh?
- 200 km
- 250 km
- 450 km
- 100 km
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Answer: B. 250 km
The news on 26 Aug 2026 mentions, 'Approximately 250 km of the canal is in Andhra Pradesh, and 200 km is in Tamil Nadu.'
Q6.
The Buckingham Canal, discussed on 26 Aug 2026, is considered in conjunction with which other irrigation canal systems?
- Ganga and Yamuna
- Brahmaputra and Indus
- Krishna and Godavari
- Narmada and Tapi
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Answer: C. Krishna and Godavari
The report on 26 Aug 2026 states, 'It is considered in conjunction with the Krishna and Godavari irrigation canal systems.'
Q7.
On 26 Aug 2026, the Karnataka government announced its plan to launch a new dashboard for what specific purpose?
- To monitor air quality levels across the state.
- To track groundwater recharge projects constituency-wise.
- To manage solid waste disposal in urban areas.
- To monitor forest cover changes in protected areas.
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Answer: B. To track groundwater recharge projects constituency-wise.
The news on 26 Aug 2026 states, 'The Karnataka government is set to introduce a new dashboard to monitor and track groundwater recharge projects across the state.'
Q8.
Who announced the upcoming dashboard for monitoring groundwater recharge projects in Karnataka on 26 Aug 2026?
- Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai
- Minister Ajay Singh
- Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar
- Water Resources Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
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Answer: B. Minister Ajay Singh
The report on 26 Aug 2026 states, 'Karnataka Minister Ajay Singh announced the upcoming dashboard.'
Q9.
On 26 Aug 2026, an Indian tribunal ruled on a competition case involving WhatsApp and Meta. What was the tribunal's decision regarding the Competition Commission of India's (CCI) November 2024 ban on data sharing?
- It upheld the ban.
- It lifted the ban.
- It modified the ban to allow partial data sharing.
- It referred the ban back to the CCI for review.
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Answer: B. It lifted the ban.
The news on 26 Aug 2026 states, 'The tribunal lifted the Competition Commission of India's (CCI) November 2024 ban on data sharing between WhatsApp and other Meta entities.'
Q10.
Regarding the competition case involving WhatsApp and Meta on 26 Aug 2026, what was the tribunal's decision concerning the fine previously imposed on Meta by the CCI?
- The tribunal overturned the fine.
- The tribunal reduced the fine.
- The tribunal upheld the fine.
- The tribunal increased the fine.
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Answer: C. The tribunal upheld the fine.
The report on 26 Aug 2026 states, 'However, the tribunal upheld the fine previously imposed on Meta by the CCI.'
