Daily Current Affairs 16 June 2026

Q1 Who is Sarpreet Singh in the context of the FIFA World Cup 2026?

• AThe first player of Indian origin to start a FIFA World Cup matchCorrect
• BThe captain of the Indian football team
• CThe top scorer for Iran in the World Cup
• DA referee in the FIFA World Cup 2026

Explanation Sarpreet Singh became the first player of Indian origin to start a FIFA World Cup match, representing New Zealand.

Q2 What is Sarpreet Singh's connection to India?

• AHe was born in Punjab and plays for India
• BHe is of Punjabi descent but was born in Auckland, New ZealandCorrect
• CHe is an Indian coach for New Zealand
• DHe is an Indian referee at the World Cup

Explanation Sarpreet Singh was born in Auckland to Punjabi parents, making him of Indian origin.

Q3 In which match did Sarpreet Singh make his FIFA World Cup debut?

• ANew Zealand vs IranCorrect
• BIndia vs New Zealand
• CIran vs Australia
• DNew Zealand vs Brazil

Explanation Sarpreet Singh made his World Cup debut in the politically charged match between New Zealand and Iran.

Q1 How many times have Serena and Venus Williams won the Wimbledon doubles title together?

• AFour times
• BSix timesCorrect
• CEight times
• DTen times

Explanation The Williams sisters have won the Wimbledon doubles title six times.

Q2 When did Serena and Venus Williams last win the Wimbledon doubles title together?

• AFive years ago
• BA decade agoCorrect
• CTwo decades ago
• DLast year

Explanation Their last Wimbledon doubles title was won a decade ago during their most recent appearance together.

Q3 What event will Serena and Venus Williams team up for at Wimbledon?

• ASingles
• BMixed doubles
• CDoublesCorrect
• DJunior doubles

Explanation Serena Williams will team up with Venus Williams to play doubles at Wimbledon.

Q1 What was the final score between Iran and New Zealand in the FIFA World Cup 2026 match?

• A1-0 to Iran
• B2-2 drawCorrect
• C3-1 to New Zealand
• D0-0 draw

Explanation The match between Iran and New Zealand ended in a 2-2 draw.

Q2 What issue did the Iran coach cite after the 2-2 draw against New Zealand?

• AInjuries to key players
• BOppression due to travel chaosCorrect
• CPoor refereeing decisions
• DLack of training facilities

Explanation The Iran coach said the team felt 'oppressed' by travel chaos following the match.

Q3 Which organizations did not immediately respond to requests for comment regarding Iran's travel chaos claims?

• AFIFA and U.S. State DepartmentCorrect
• BFIFA and New Zealand Football Association
• CU.S. State Department and New Zealand Football Association
• DFIFA and Iranian Football Federation

Explanation Both FIFA and the U.S. State Department did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

Q1 What was the result of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Uruguay and Saudi Arabia?

• AUruguay won 2-0
• BSaudi Arabia won 1-0
• CMatch ended in a 1-1 drawCorrect
• DMatch ended in a 0-0 draw

Explanation The match between Uruguay and Saudi Arabia ended in a 1-1 draw as reported.

Q2 Which team did Spain draw with in their Group H match at the FIFA World Cup 2026?

• ASaudi Arabia
• BUruguay
• CCape VerdeCorrect
• DBrazil

Explanation Spain was held to a 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in Group H.

Q3 What is the significance of the results in Group H after the first round of FIFA World Cup 2026 games?

• AGroup H is already decided
• BGroup H is finely poisedCorrect
• CSpain is eliminated
• DSaudi Arabia is leading Group H

Explanation The results leave Group H finely poised after the first round of games.

Q1 What was the result of the FIFA World Cup 2026 group match between Spain and Cape Verde?

• ASpain won 2-0
• BCape Verde won 1-0
• CMatch ended in a 0-0 drawCorrect
• DSpain won 3-1

Explanation Spain and Cape Verde played to a 0-0 draw, with Cape Verde holding Spain despite Spain's 75% possession.

Q2 Which statement is true about the Netherlands vs Japan match in FIFA World Cup 2026?

• ANetherlands defeated Japan 3-0
• BJapan defeated Netherlands 2-1
• CThe match ended in a 2-2 drawCorrect
• DThe match was postponed

Explanation The Netherlands and Japan played to a 2-2 draw, with Japan battling back to secure the draw.

Q3 What was notable about Cape Verde's participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026?

• AIt was their first World Cup appearanceCorrect
• BThey won their first match
• CThey scored 3 goals against Spain
• DThey hosted the tournament

Explanation Cape Verde were World Cup debutants in 2026 and managed a heroic 0-0 draw against Spain.

Q1 When is Neeraj Chopra scheduled to compete at the Doha Diamond League in 2026?

• AJune 15
• BJune 19Correct
• CJuly 1
• DJune 25

Explanation Neeraj Chopra is set to compete at the Doha Diamond League on June 19, 2026, as announced by his management.

Q2 Which organization announced Neeraj Chopra's return to competitive action in 2026?

• AAthletics Federation of India
• BVel SportsCorrect
• CInternational Javelin Association
• DDoha Sports Council

Explanation Neeraj Chopra's management firm Vel Sports announced his return to competitive action on Instagram.

Q3 What sport does Neeraj Chopra compete in?

• AJavelin throwCorrect
• B100m sprint
• CLong jump
• DShot put

Explanation Neeraj Chopra is an Indian javelin thrower competing at the Doha Diamond League.

Q1 Who scored the winning goal for Ivory Coast against Ecuador in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match?

• AWilfried Singo
• BAmad DialloCorrect
• CGermany
• DEcuador

Explanation Amad Diallo scored the winning goal in the 90th minute for Ivory Coast against Ecuador.

Q2 Which team will Ivory Coast face next in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E after their win over Ecuador?

• AEcuador
• BGermanyCorrect
• CBrazil
• DArgentina

Explanation Ivory Coast will meet Germany in their next Group E match on June 20.

Q3 Who provided the assist for Amad Diallo's winning goal against Ecuador?

• AAmad Diallo
• BWilfried SingoCorrect
• CGermany
• DIvory Coast coach

Explanation Wilfried Singo threaded a pass to the edge of the box, assisting Amad Diallo's goal.

Q1 Which states are expected to see the southwest monsoon advance in the next four to five days?

• ATelangana, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, ChhattisgarhCorrect
• BPunjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra
• CKerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Goa
• DUttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Assam, Sikkim

Explanation The southwest monsoon is expected to advance into Telangana, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh over the next four to five days.

Q2 What weather phenomenon is contributing to rainfall across north India along with the advancing monsoon?

• AWestern disturbanceCorrect
• BCyclone
• CHeatwave
• DThunderstorm

Explanation A western disturbance is bringing rain across north India along with the advancing southwest monsoon.

Q3 Why is the advance of the southwest monsoon significant for the mentioned regions?

• AIt supports the kharif crop seasonCorrect
• BIt causes drought conditions
• CIt leads to winter snowfall
• DIt triggers heatwaves

Explanation The advance of the southwest monsoon is important for the kharif crop season in Telangana, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh.

Q1 What was the reason for the Air India Express flight from Kannur to Jeddah to return to Kannur airport?

• AEngine warning light indicating a technical issueCorrect
• BBad weather conditions
• CPassenger medical emergency
• DAir traffic control instructions

Explanation The pilots noticed an engine warning light about two hours into the flight and decided to return as a safety measure.

Q2 At what time did the Air India Express flight take off from Kannur airport?

• A7:40 amCorrect
• B6:30 am
• C8:15 am
• D9:00 am

Explanation The flight took off from Kannur airport at 7:40 am as stated in both sources.

Q3 How many passengers were on board the Air India Express flight that returned to Kannur?

• AOver 180 passengersCorrect
• BExactly 150 passengers
• CAround 200 passengers
• DLess than 100 passengers

Explanation Both sources mention that the aircraft was carrying over 180 passengers.

Q1 Why did India suspend access to Telegram until June 22, 2026?

• ATo prevent examination fraud and paper leaks ahead of NEET 2026 re-examCorrect
• BTo promote digital rights and privacy
• CTo improve internet speed during exams
• DTo ban all social media apps temporarily

Explanation India suspended Telegram access following NTA's recommendation to prevent examination fraud and paper leaks before the NEET 2026 re-examination.

Q2 Which agency recommended the restriction of Telegram access in India ahead of the NEET 2026 re-exam?

• AMinistry of Electronics and IT
• BNational Testing AgencyCorrect
• CDigital Rights Organisation
• DMedical Council of India

Explanation The National Testing Agency recommended restricting Telegram to prevent paper leaks before the NEET 2026 re-examination.

Q3 What was the response of the digital rights organisation to the Telegram ban?

• AThey supported the ban as necessary
• BThey called it a 'band aid solution' and challenged its legal basisCorrect
• CThey requested a permanent ban on Telegram
• DThey remained neutral on the issue

Explanation A leading digital rights organisation challenged the ban's legal and practical logic, calling it a 'band aid solution'.

Q1 Why did the rebel Trinamool MPs merge with the NCPI?

• ATo avoid a long-drawn battle for the original party tagCorrect
• BTo join the opposition alliance
• CTo contest upcoming state elections
• DTo form a new political party

Explanation The rebel Trinamool MPs merged with NCPI to avoid a prolonged battle over the original party tag.

Q2 What legislative bill is the Centre expected to introduce in the monsoon session?

• ADelimitation BillCorrect
• BFinance Bill
• CAgriculture Bill
• DEducation Bill

Explanation The Centre may bring the Delimitation Bill as early as the monsoon session of Parliament.

Q3 What is the significance of the rebel Trinamool MPs merging with NCPI in the context of the Lok Sabha?

• AIt allows them to vote on bills before any disqualification rulingCorrect
• BIt disqualifies them from voting in the Lok Sabha
• CIt merges them with the opposition party
• DIt prevents them from supporting the NDA

Explanation The merger allows the rebel MPs to vote in the Lok Sabha before any ruling on their disqualification.

Q1 By how much did the Indian rupee rise against the US dollar in the latest trading session?

• A5 paiseCorrect
• B132 paise
• C6%
• D82 paise

Explanation The rupee rose by 5 paise to close at 94.53 against the US dollar in the latest session.

Q2 What factor supported the rise of the Indian rupee against the US dollar?

• AIncrease in Brent crude prices
• BFall in Brent crude pricesCorrect
• CIncrease in oil imports
• DRise in USD/INR pair by 132 paise

Explanation The fall in Brent crude prices by more than 6% supported the rupee's rise, as India imports nearly 90% of its oil.

Q3 What is the approximate percentage of oil India imports for its requirements?

• A50%
• B70%
• C90%Correct
• D100%

Explanation India imports nearly 90% of its oil requirements.

Q1 What was the value of India's merchandise exports in May 2026?

• A$28.21 billion
• B$45.2 billionCorrect
• C$73.41 billion
• D$18 billion

Explanation India's merchandise exports reached $45.2 billion in May 2026 as reported.

Q2 Which sectors contributed to the strong growth in India's exports in May 2026?

• AAgriculture and textiles
• BEngineering goods and electronicsCorrect
• CAutomobiles and pharmaceuticals
• DSoftware and tourism

Explanation Engineering goods and electronics, along with petroleum and other non-petroleum sectors, drove the export growth.

Q3 What was the trade deficit of India in May 2026?

• A$18 billion
• B$45.2 billion
• C$28.21 billionCorrect
• D$73.41 billion

Explanation The trade deficit widened to $28.21 billion due to higher import growth.

Q1 What index will replace the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) in India over the next five years?

• AConsumer Price Index
• BProducer Price IndexCorrect
• CGDP Deflator
• DRetail Price Index

Explanation The government announced that the Producer Price Index (PPI) will replace the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) over the next five years.

Q2 Why is the input Producer Price Index (PPI) currently being published on an experimental basis?

• ATo immediately replace WPI
• BTo examine data quality and receive stakeholder feedbackCorrect
• CTo measure consumer prices
• DTo track international commodity prices

Explanation The Ministry stated that the input PPI is published experimentally to assess data quality and gather feedback from users and stakeholders.

Q3 What does the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) measure?

• AAverage change in prices of consumer goods
• BAverage change in prices of fixed basket of commodities at initial commercial transactionCorrect
• CChanges in stock market prices
• DInflation based on services sector

Explanation WPI measures the average change in prices of a fixed basket of commodities at the initial stage of commercial transactions.

Q1 What were the main factors that boosted Indian stock markets on June 15, 2026?

• ADrop in oil prices and U.S.-Iran peace dealCorrect
• BIncrease in gold prices and RBI rate cut
• CGovernment stimulus package and monsoon forecast
• DCorporate earnings and foreign direct investment

Explanation The stock markets surged due to a drop in oil prices and the announcement of a U.S.-Iran peace deal, as reported.

Q2 By how many points did the NSE Nifty close higher on June 15, 2026?

• A231 pointsCorrect
• B335.55 points
• C736.38 points
• D1,112.70 points

Explanation The NSE Nifty closed 231 points higher at 23,853.90, marking a 0.98% increase.

Q3 What was the closing value of the BSE Sensex on June 15, 2026?

• A76,264.33Correct
• B76,648.74
• C23,853.90
• D23,956.40

Explanation The BSE Sensex settled at 76,264.33 points at the end of the trading day.

Q1 What recent change occurred in the relationship between India and Slovakia in June 2026?

• AThey downgraded ties to a basic partnership
• BThey elevated ties to a comprehensive partnershipCorrect
• CThey signed a free trade agreement
• DThey ended diplomatic relations

Explanation India and Slovakia elevated their bilateral ties to a comprehensive partnership in June 2026.

Q2 Who praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his enduring popularity during the India-Slovakia partnership upgrade?

• ASlovak President
• BSlovak Prime Minister Robert FicoCorrect
• CIndian Foreign Minister
• DEuropean Union President

Explanation Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico praised PM Narendra Modi's enduring popularity and leadership.

Q3 How did Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico describe Narendra Modi's leadership?

• AA political miracleCorrect
• BA temporary phase
• CAn economic challenge
• DA diplomatic failure

Explanation Robert Fico called Narendra Modi's leadership a 'political miracle.'

Q1 What is the name of the first Indian LNG carrier to transit the Strait of Hormuz after the US-Iran peace deal?

• ADishaCorrect
• BGati
• CPragati
• DVijay

Explanation The Indian LNG carrier named Disha was the first to transit the Strait of Hormuz after the US-Iran peace deal.

Q2 How long had Indian LNG carriers been absent from the Strait of Hormuz before the recent transit?

• AOver three monthsCorrect
• BOne month
• CSix months
• DOne year

Explanation Indian LNG carriers had not transited the Strait of Hormuz for over three months prior to the recent passage of Disha.

Q3 What major geopolitical event enabled the Indian LNG carrier to safely transit the Strait of Hormuz?

• AUS-Iran peace dealCorrect
• BIndia-US trade agreement
• CIran-Saudi Arabia treaty
• DUN maritime resolution

Explanation The US-Iran peace deal eased tensions in the region, allowing the Indian LNG carrier to safely transit the Strait of Hormuz.

Q1 What social media policy did British PM Keir Starmer announce for children under 16?

• AComplete ban on social media accessCorrect
• BLimited screen time on social media
• CMandatory parental consent for social media use
• DAge verification for social media accounts

Explanation Keir Starmer announced a government ban on social media access for all children under the age of 16.

Q2 Why did Keir Starmer announce the social media ban for under-16s?

• ATo address public demand for action on social media restrictionsCorrect
• BTo promote new social media platforms
• CTo increase social media usage among youth
• DTo reduce internet costs for families

Explanation The ban was announced as people rightly expected action on social media restrictions for minors.

Q3 Which country is implementing a social media ban for children under 16 as announced by Keir Starmer?

• AUnited States
• BAustralia
• CBritainCorrect
• DCanada

Explanation Keir Starmer, the British Prime Minister, announced the social media ban in Britain.

Q1 Who is Marius Borg Høiby in relation to the Norwegian royal family?

• ASon of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-MaritCorrect
• BBrother of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit
• CSon of the King of Norway
• DNephew of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit

Explanation Marius Borg Høiby is the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit as stated in the source.

Q2 What was the prison sentence given to Marius Borg Høiby?

• ATwo years
• BFour yearsCorrect
• CSix years
• DTen years

Explanation Marius Borg Høiby was sentenced to four years in prison after being convicted of rape.

Q3 For what crimes was Marius Borg Høiby convicted?

• ATheft and assault
• BTwo counts of rape and several other offencesCorrect
• CFraud and embezzlement
• DDrug trafficking

Explanation He was found guilty of two counts of rape and several other offences.

Q1 According to the report, which sources have become the leading news sources worldwide?

• ATraditional news outlets
• BSocial media and video platformsCorrect
• CNewspapers and radio
• DTelevision news channels

Explanation The report states that social media and video platforms have surpassed traditional news outlets as the leading news sources.

Q2 How many people were surveyed in the study mentioned in the report?

• ANearly 10,000
• BNearly 50,000
• CNearly 1 lakhCorrect
• DNearly 5 lakh

Explanation The report is based on an online survey of nearly 1 lakh people across 48 markets worldwide.

Q3 What does the study highlight about audience behavior towards news consumption?

• AIncreasing engagement with traditional news media
• BGrowing disengagement with newsCorrect
• CStable consumption patterns
• DPreference for print newspapers

Explanation The study states that consumption patterns have changed with audiences’ growing disengagement with news.

Q1 What action did Brazilian authorities take following severe adverse events related to the dengue vaccine?

• ASuspended the dengue vaccineCorrect
• BIncreased vaccine distribution
• CApproved a new vaccine
• DStarted a new vaccination campaign

Explanation Brazilian authorities suspended the dengue vaccine after two deaths and severe adverse cases.

Q2 What percentage of vaccinated individuals experienced severe adverse events in Brazil?

• A0.008%Correct
• B0.08%
• C0.8%
• D8%

Explanation Severe adverse events occurred in 42 cases out of half-a-million vaccinated, representing 0.008%.

Q3 Which of the following is true about the severe cases reported after dengue vaccination in Brazil?

• ATwo deaths and one patient discharged from intensive careCorrect
• BNo deaths, only mild side effects
• CThree deaths and no recoveries
• DOnly one severe case with no deaths

Explanation There were two deaths and one severe case where the patient was discharged from intensive care.

Q1 What surface ozone level range was reported in northern India during heatwaves according to the study?

• A50-70 μg/m³
• B70-85 μg/m³
• C85-110 μg/m³Correct
• D110-130 μg/m³

Explanation The study reported surface ozone levels reaching 85-110 μg/m³ in northern India during heatwaves.

Q2 How many additional deaths were reported during the 2024 heatwave compared to preceding days?

• AAbout 500
• BAbout 830Correct
• CAbout 1000
• DAbout 1200

Explanation Approximately 830 more deaths were reported during the 2024 heatwave than the preceding days.

Q3 What is the WHO guideline for surface ozone concentration that was exceeded in every region of India?

• A50 μg/m³
• B60 μg/m³
• C70 μg/m³Correct
• D80 μg/m³

Explanation The WHO guideline for surface ozone concentration is 70 μg/m³, which was exceeded in every region of India.