Daily Current Affairs 7 July 2026

Q1 Which highest honour was conferred on PM Modi by Indonesia in July 2026?

• ABintang Adipurna of the Republic of IndonesiaCorrect
• BPadma Vibhushan
• COrder of the Rising Sun
• DLegion of Honour

Explanation PM Modi was conferred with Indonesia's highest honour, the 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia' medal.

Q2 What did PM Modi describe the India-Indonesia bilateral relations as during his 2026 visit?

• AA new golden chapterCorrect
• BA historic alliance
• CA strategic partnership
• DA cultural exchange

Explanation PM Modi hailed the relations as a new 'golden chapter' in India-Indonesia bilateral relations.

Q1 What is the name of the highest honour of Indonesia awarded to PM Narendra Modi in 2026?

• ABintang Adipurna of the Republic of IndonesiaCorrect
• BPadma Vibhushan
• COrder of the Rising Sun
• DLegion of Honour

Explanation PM Narendra Modi was conferred with the 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia,' Indonesia's highest honour.

Q2 For what reason was PM Narendra Modi awarded the Bintang Adipurna medal by Indonesia?

• AFor his role in strengthening ties between India and IndonesiaCorrect
• BFor his contributions to global climate change initiatives
• CFor his efforts in promoting Indian culture abroad
• DFor his leadership in the United Nations

Explanation The award recognized Modi's role in strengthening the ties between India and Indonesia.

Q3 When was PM Narendra Modi conferred with Indonesia's highest honour?

• AJuly 7, 2026Correct
• BAugust 15, 2025
• CJanuary 26, 2026
• DDecember 31, 2025

Explanation The award was conferred on July 7, 2026.

Q1 What is the primary purpose of deploying drones and ground patrols in Ranni?

• ATo monitor weather conditions
• BTo detect wild elephant movements early and warn residentsCorrect
• CTo conduct wildlife population surveys
• DTo prevent forest fires

Explanation The operation aims to protect vulnerable fringe villages by detecting elephant movements early and issuing timely warnings to residents.

Q2 Which area has deployed drones and ground patrols to keep wild elephants at bay?

• AWayanad
• BRanniCorrect
• CMunnar
• DThekkady

Explanation The deployment of drones and ground patrols to monitor wild elephants is taking place in Ranni, Kerala.

Q3 What is the main goal of the operation involving drones and ground patrols in Kerala?

• ATo increase tourism
• BTo protect vulnerable fringe villages from wild elephantsCorrect
• CTo capture wild elephants
• DTo relocate villagers

Explanation The operation aims to protect vulnerable fringe villages by detecting elephant movements early and issuing timely warnings.

Q1 What is the current standard ethanol blend available in petrol in India?

• AE10
• BE15
• CE20Correct
• DE25

Explanation The current standard ethanol blend available in the market is E20 petrol.

Q2 Why is the Indian government likely to delay the rollout of E25 petrol?

• ADue to technological issues
• BDue to backlash over higher ethanol blendingCorrect
• CDue to lack of ethanol supply
• DDue to international pressure

Explanation The government is likely to delay E25 petrol rollout amid backlash over higher ethanol blending.

Q3 What was the initial plan regarding ethanol blending in petrol by 2030?

• ATo introduce E10 petrol
• BTo introduce E15 petrol
• CTo dispense E20 petrol onlyCorrect
• DTo dispense E25 petrol only

Explanation The initial plan was to dispense E20 petrol only by 2030.

Q1 By what percentage did electric vehicle retail sales increase year-on-year in June 2026?

• A22%
• B40%
• C63%Correct
• D12%

Explanation EV retail sales surged by 63% year-on-year in June 2026.

Q2 What milestone did the share of alternative-fuel passenger vehicles achieve in June 2026?

• ACrossed 12%
• BCrossed 22%
• CCrossed 40%Correct
• DCrossed 63%

Explanation The share of alternative-fuel passenger vehicles crossed 40% for the first time in June 2026.

Q3 Which vehicle categories primarily led the growth in EV sales in June 2026?

• APassenger vehicles and trucks
• BThree-wheelers and two-wheelersCorrect
• CBuses and trucks
• DFour-wheelers and buses

Explanation The growth in EV sales was led by three-wheelers and two-wheelers.

Q1 What was the closing exchange rate of the Indian rupee against the U.S. dollar after the rise mentioned?

• A95.28
• B94.95Correct
• C95.50
• D94.50

Explanation The rupee closed at 94.95 against the U.S. dollar after rising 48 paise.

Q2 What factor contributed to the Indian rupee's appreciation against the U.S. dollar?

• AIncrease in crude oil prices by Saudi Arabia
• BSaudi Arabia slashing crude oil prices for Asia by $11 per barrelCorrect
• CRise in U.S. dollar value
• DDecrease in Indian exports

Explanation The rupee's rise was attributed to Saudi Arabia slashing crude oil prices for Asia by $11 per barrel.

Q3 By how much did Saudi Arabia reduce crude oil prices for Asia?

• A$5 per barrel
• B$11 per barrelCorrect
• C$15 per barrel
• D$20 per barrel

Explanation Saudi Arabia cut crude oil prices for Asia by $11 per barrel.

Q1 Which entities jointly acquired Aseem Infrastructure Finance in 2026?

• ATPG, GIC, and ICICI BankCorrect
• BNIIF and ICICI Bank
• CTPG and NIIF
• DGIC and NIIF

Explanation TPG, GIC, and ICICI Bank jointly acquired Aseem Infrastructure Finance from NIIF.

Q2 What is the primary focus of Aseem Infrastructure Finance?

• ARenewable energy and power transmissionCorrect
• BReal estate development
• CAutomobile manufacturing
• DInformation technology services

Explanation Aseem Infrastructure Finance focuses on renewable energy, power transmission, and other infrastructure assets.

Q3 When was Aseem Infrastructure Finance established and by whom?

• A2020 by National Investment and Infrastructure FundCorrect
• B2018 by ICICI Bank
• C2022 by TPG
• D2019 by GIC

Explanation Aseem Infrastructure Finance was established in 2020 by the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund.

Q1 By how much did Saudi Arabia cut the price of its main crude oil grade for Asian customers in August 2026?

• A$5 a barrel
• B$8 a barrel
• C$11 a barrelCorrect
• D$15 a barrel

Explanation Saudi Arabia cut the price by $11 a barrel, the largest reduction in at least 26 years.

Q2 What was the primary reason for Saudi Arabia's significant oil price reduction for Asia in 2026?

• ADecrease in global oil demand
• BSurge in global oil supplyCorrect
• CPolitical tensions in the Middle East
• DIncrease in production costs

Explanation The price cut was due to a surge in global oil supply, which heightened competition for buyers.

Q3 How long has it been since Saudi Arabia made such a large price cut for its crude oil to Asia?

• A10 years
• B15 years
• C20 years
• DAt least 26 yearsCorrect

Explanation This $11 a barrel reduction is the biggest in at least 26 years.

Q1 Which two cities recorded over 20% unemployment rates according to the recent survey?

• APrayagraj and PatnaCorrect
• BAhmedabad and Kolkata
• CMumbai and Delhi
• DBangalore and Hyderabad

Explanation The report states that Prayagraj and Patna recorded unemployment rates over 20%.

Q2 What was the average unemployment rate across the 46 surveyed cities?

• A6.8%Correct
• B2.5%
• C10%
• D20%

Explanation The average unemployment rate among the surveyed cities is 6.8%.

Q3 Which cities had the lowest unemployment rates in the survey?

• AAhmedabad and KolkataCorrect
• BPrayagraj and Patna
• CChennai and Pune
• DLucknow and Jaipur

Explanation Ahmedabad and Kolkata recorded the lowest unemployment rates at 2.5%.

Q1 What was the total office space leased in India during the first half of 2026?

• A45.5 million square feetCorrect
• B43 million square feet
• C40 million square feet
• D50 million square feet

Explanation The office market logged a record leasing of 45.5 million square feet in H1 2026.

Q2 Which sector led the demand for office space leasing in India in H1 2026?

• AGovernment offices
• BGlobal capability centres (GCCs)Correct
• CRetail companies
• DManufacturing units

Explanation GCCs accounted for 43% of demand and led the leasing activity.

Q3 According to CBRE, what percentage of full-year office space absorption in India will GCCs drive in 2026?

• AOver 40%Correct
• BExactly 43%
• CLess than 30%
• DMore than 50%

Explanation CBRE expects GCCs to drive over 40% of full-year absorption.

Q1 What is the focus of Next Bharat Ventures' second impact fund worth ₹2,000 crore?

• AUrban infrastructure development
• BAgriculture, financial inclusion, healthcare, and AI for social goodCorrect
• CAutomobile manufacturing
• DRenewable energy projects

Explanation Next Bharat Ventures' second fund focuses on agriculture, financial inclusion, healthcare, and AI for social good.

Q2 Which company is associated with Next Bharat Ventures, the venture capital arm launching the ₹2,000 crore fund?

• ATata Motors
• BSuzuki MotorCorrect
• CMahindra & Mahindra
• DHero MotoCorp

Explanation Next Bharat Ventures is the venture capital arm of Suzuki Motor.

Q3 What is the primary objective of Next Bharat Ventures' second impact fund?

• ATo back startups in urban technology hubs
• BTo support rural entrepreneurs in sectors like agriculture and healthcareCorrect
• CTo invest in international markets
• DTo fund automobile manufacturing plants

Explanation The fund aims to back rural entrepreneurs focusing on agriculture, financial inclusion, healthcare, and AI for social good.

Q1 What was the percentage increase in the BSE benchmark over four trading days?

• A1.5%
• B2.36%Correct
• C3.5%
• D4.0%

Explanation The BSE benchmark jumped 2.36% over four trading days as reported.

Q2 Which sector primarily led the Indian stock market surge in early July 2026?

• AIT stocks
• BBank stocksCorrect
• CPharmaceutical stocks
• DAutomobile stocks

Explanation The surge was led by strong buying in blue-chip bank stocks.

Q3 What was one of the key factors contributing to the market rise besides bank stocks?

• AHigher oil prices
• BLower oil pricesCorrect
• CGovernment stimulus
• DForeign investment inflow

Explanation Lower oil prices contributed to the positive market movement.

Q1 What is the primary purpose of sovereign guarantees disclosed in India's Union budget?

• ATo provide a safety net for statutory corporationsCorrect
• BTo increase tax revenues
• CTo fund infrastructure projects directly
• DTo regulate foreign investments

Explanation Sovereign guarantees act as a crucial safety net for statutory corporations by backing their financial obligations.

Q2 What is a potential risk associated with sovereign guarantees for India’s national exchequer?

• AInflation increase
• BDefault riskCorrect
• CCurrency depreciation
• DTrade deficit

Explanation Sovereign guarantees carry potential default risks for the national exchequer.

Q3 How often are sovereign guarantees disclosed in India?

• AMonthly
• BQuarterly
• CAnnuallyCorrect
• DBiannually

Explanation Sovereign guarantees are disclosed annually in the Union budget.

Q1 When will the caste census be conducted as part of the national census in India?

• A2025
• B2026
• C2027Correct
• D2028

Explanation The caste census will be included in the 2027 Census as per the ongoing preparations.

Q2 Which states' caste surveys have provided insights into social management approaches?

• ATamil Nadu and Kerala
• BBihar and TelanganaCorrect
• CMaharashtra and Gujarat
• DPunjab and Haryana

Explanation The Bihar and Telangana caste surveys have revealed different approaches to social management.

Q3 What is a key concern discussed regarding the caste census?

• AIt may increase national unity
• BIt may deepen social dividesCorrect
• CIt will reduce democratic accountability
• DIt will eliminate caste identities

Explanation There is debate on whether the caste census would deepen social divides or support democratic accountability.

Q1 Where did the debris slip incident occur in Wayanad?

• ANear Meenakshi Bridge at KalladiCorrect
• BNear Pookode Lake
• CAt Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
• DNear Edakkal Caves

Explanation The debris slip occurred near the Meenakshi Bridge at Kalladi as per the report.

Q2 How many people were confirmed dead following the Wayanad debris slip incident?

• AOneCorrect
• BSeven
• CEight
• DNone

Explanation One person was officially confirmed dead following the incident.

Q3 What did Kerala Chief Minister Satheesan report about the casualties?

• ASeven people have been hospitalizedCorrect
• BAll trapped workers were rescued
• CNo casualties reported
• DTen people died

Explanation CM Satheesan stated that seven people have been hospitalized after the incident.

Q1 Under which laws has Hafiz Saeed been charged in the Pahalgam terror attack case?

• ABharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 and Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967Correct
• BIndian Penal Code, 1860 and Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002
• CUnlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 and Arms Act, 1959
• DBharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 and Indian Evidence Act, 1872

Explanation Hafiz Saeed has been charged under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 as per the NIA chargesheet.

Q2 What roles have LeT and TRF been charged with in the Pahalgam terror attack?

• APlanning, facilitating, and executing the attackCorrect
• BOnly financing the attack
• CProviding medical aid to attackers
• DNegotiating with Indian authorities

Explanation LeT and TRF have been charged as legal entities for their role in planning, facilitating, and executing the Pahalgam terror attack.

Q3 In what capacity has Hafiz Saeed been charged by the NIA in the Pahalgam terror attack case?

• AOnly as the chief of LeT and TRF
• BOnly in his individual capacity
• CBoth in his individual capacity and as chief of LeT and TRFCorrect
• DAs a witness

Explanation The NIA has charged Hafiz Saeed both in his individual capacity and as the chief of LeT and TRF.

Q1 On which occasion did BJP chief Nitin Nabin visit Jammu and Kashmir?

• A125th birth anniversary of Syama Prasad MookerjeeCorrect
• BIndependence Day celebrations
• CRepublic Day celebrations
• DBJP foundation day

Explanation Nitin Nabin's visit coincided with the 125th birth anniversary of Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee.

Q2 What did BJP chief Nitin Nabin say about the political future of Jammu and Kashmir?

• AThe day is not far when Jammu and Kashmir will have a BJP governmentCorrect
• BBJP will not contest elections in Jammu and Kashmir
• CJammu and Kashmir will remain under central rule
• DBJP will focus only on Jammu region

Explanation Nitin Nabin expressed confidence that BJP will soon form a government in Jammu and Kashmir.

Q3 What metaphor did Nitin Nabin use to describe BJP's growth in Jammu and Kashmir?

• ALike Jammu, lotus will bloom in Kashmir tooCorrect
• BThe sun will rise in Kashmir
• CThe river will flow through Kashmir
• DThe mountain will stand tall in Kashmir

Explanation Nitin Nabin said that just as the lotus bloomed in Jammu, it will bloom in Kashmir too, referring to BJP's growth.

Q1 Where did the ambush killing two Assam Rifles personnel take place?

• AUkhrul districtCorrect
• BImphal
• CChurachandpur
• DSenapati

Explanation The ambush occurred in Ukhrul district, Manipur, as stated in the sources.

Q2 Who condemned the ambush killing two Assam Rifles personnel in Manipur?

• AChief Minister Yumnam Khemchand SinghCorrect
• BPrime Minister of India
• CGovernor of Manipur
• DHome Minister

Explanation Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh condemned the attack, according to the sources.

Q3 What was the Chief Minister's stance on the acts of terror in Manipur?

• AThey won’t be toleratedCorrect
• BThey are justified
• CThey will be negotiated
• DThey are unavoidable

Explanation The Chief Minister said that such acts of terror won’t be tolerated.

Q1 What was the result of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Portugal and Spain?

• APortugal won 2-1
• BSpain won 1-0Correct
• CMatch ended in a 2-2 draw
• DPortugal won 1-0

Explanation Portugal was defeated by Spain with a score of 1-0 in the Round of 16 match.

Q2 How many FIFA World Cups did Cristiano Ronaldo participate in before retiring?

• AFour
• BFive
• CSixCorrect
• DSeven

Explanation Cristiano Ronaldo stated that the 2026 World Cup was his sixth and last.

Q3 Why was the Portugal vs Spain match in FIFA World Cup 2026 significant for Spain?

• AIt was their first World Cup match
• BThey wanted revenge for a previous lossCorrect
• CIt was Cristiano Ronaldo's debut
• DThey aimed to win their first World Cup

Explanation Spain sought revenge for their 2-2 draw loss against Portugal in the previous year's UEFA Nation's League final.

Q1 Who scored the winning goal for Spain against Portugal in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16?

• AMikel MerinoCorrect
• BErling Haaland
• CNyland
• DCristiano Ronaldo

Explanation Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in the 90th minute to eliminate Portugal.

Q2 Which player scored twice to help Norway eliminate Brazil in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16?

• AMikel Merino
• BNyland
• CErling HaalandCorrect
• DNeymar

Explanation Erling Haaland scored twice to eliminate Brazil.

Q3 What crucial role did Norway's goalkeeper Nyland play in the match against Brazil?

• AScored a goal
• BMade crucial savesCorrect
• CReceived a red card
• DAssisted a goal

Explanation Nyland made crucial saves to deny Brazil from scoring.

Q1 Which company did Lockheed Martin acquire in a $3.45 billion deal?

• AUltra MaritimeCorrect
• BBoeing
• CNorthrop Grumman
• DRaytheon

Explanation Lockheed Martin acquired Ultra Maritime for $3.45 billion to boost its naval defence capabilities.

Q2 What sector is Lockheed Martin focusing on with its acquisition of Ultra Maritime?

• ANaval defenceCorrect
• BAerospace
• CCybersecurity
• DSpace exploration

Explanation The acquisition is part of Lockheed Martin's push to expand its naval defence sector.

Q3 What global trend is benefiting defence companies like Lockheed Martin?

• ASurge in military spendingCorrect
• BDecline in defence budgets
• CRise in civilian aviation
• DGrowth in renewable energy

Explanation Defence companies are benefiting from a surge in military spending worldwide.

Q1 What action did Chief Minister Vijay take during his visit to the Nemmeli desalination plants?

• AHe inaugurated a new desalination plant
• BHe drank water from the plants to demonstrate its safetyCorrect
• CHe announced a new water policy
• DHe closed the plants for maintenance

Explanation Chief Minister Vijay drank water from the Nemmeli desalination plants to demonstrate the safety of the water.

Q2 What directive did Chief Minister Vijay give regarding the Nemmeli desalination plants?

• ATo expand the plants immediately
• BTo ensure proper maintenance for uninterrupted water supplyCorrect
• CTo privatize the plants
• DTo reduce water production

Explanation He directed officials to ensure proper maintenance of the plants to supply drinking water without interruption.

Q3 Where are the desalination plants visited by Chief Minister Vijay located?

• AChennai
• BNemmeliCorrect
• CCoimbatore
• DMadurai

Explanation The desalination plants visited by Chief Minister Vijay are located at Nemmeli.