Daily Current Affairs 12 August 2026

Q1 What was the key decision taken by the Tamil Nadu Assembly on August 12, 2026?

• ATo increase Lok Sabha seats beyond 543
• BTo freeze Lok Sabha seats at 543Correct
• CTo reduce Lok Sabha seats to below 543
• DTo abolish Lok Sabha seats in Tamil Nadu

Explanation The Tamil Nadu Assembly adopted a resolution to freeze the number of Lok Sabha seats at 543.

Q2 Which parties opposed the Tamil Nadu Assembly resolution to freeze Lok Sabha seats at 543?

• ADMK and BJP
• BAIADMK, PMK, DMDK, and BJPCorrect
• COnly DMK
• DAll parties supported the resolution

Explanation The AIADMK, PMK, DMDK, and BJP opposed the resolution, while DMK and others supported it.

Q3 Where did CM Vijay convene a meeting with Tamil Nadu MPs before moving the resolution?

• AFort St. George
• BKalaivanar Arangam, ChennaiCorrect
• CRaj Bhavan, Chennai
• DMadurai Convention Center

Explanation CM Vijay convened a meeting with Tamil Nadu MPs at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai on August 8.

Q1 Why was the Supreme Court hearing on the Cauvery water dispute postponed to August 17?

• AA judge fell ill with viral feverCorrect
• BKarnataka requested more time to respond
• CTamil Nadu withdrew its plea temporarily
• DThe Cauvery Water Management Authority requested postponement

Explanation The hearing was postponed because a judge fell ill with viral fever.

Q2 What did Tamil Nadu seek from the Supreme Court regarding the Cauvery water dispute?

• AEarly hearing to enforce release of 3500 cusecs of water for 15 daysCorrect
• BPermanent ban on Karnataka using Kabini reservoir water
• CIncrease in water allocation to Tamil Nadu by 5000 cusecs
• DDelay in Cauvery Water Management Authority decisions

Explanation Tamil Nadu sought an early hearing to enforce the CWMA's July 30 decision to release 3500 cusecs of water for 15 days.

Q3 According to Tamil Nadu, when has Karnataka complied with Cauvery Tribunal water allocation orders?

• AOnly during inevitable reservoir surpluses caused by floodsCorrect
• BConsistently every year without fail
• COnly after Supreme Court intervention
• DNever complied with any orders

Explanation Tamil Nadu stated Karnataka complied only during inevitable surpluses due to floods.

Q1 What was the reaction of Opposition MPs when the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill, 2026 was introduced in Lok Sabha?

• AThey supported the bill unanimously
• BThey poured into the Well of the House amid protestsCorrect
• CThey remained silent during the proceedings
• DThey requested more time for discussion

Explanation Opposition MPs protested by pouring into the Well of the House and raising slogans against the bill.

Q2 How was the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 passed in the Lok Sabha?

• AAfter a detailed debate
• BWithout any debateCorrect
• CAfter a voice vote
• DBy a joint session of Parliament

Explanation The bill was passed without any debate shortly after its introduction.

Q1 What was M.P. Parameswaran known for?

• ABeing a renowned nuclear scientist and Marxist theoristCorrect
• BServing as the Chief Minister of Kerala
• CLeading the Indian Space Research Organisation
• DFounding the Communist Party of India

Explanation M.P. Parameswaran was recognized as a renowned nuclear scientist and Marxist theorist.

Q2 What led to M.P. Parameswaran's expulsion from the CPI(M) in 2004?

• AHis ideas on the 'fourth world'Correct
• BHis involvement in the Kerala literacy movement
• CHis scientific research on nuclear energy
• DHis opposition to the Kerala Sastra Sahithya Parishad

Explanation His ideas on the 'fourth world' triggered debate and led to his expulsion from CPI(M) in 2004.

Q3 Which organization was M.P. Parameswaran one of the earliest members of?

• AKerala Sastra Sahithya ParishadCorrect
• BIndian National Congress
• CBharatiya Janata Party
• DIndian Space Research Organisation

Explanation He was one of the earliest and foremost members of Kerala Sastra Sahithya Parishad.

Q1 What did Union Home Minister Amit Shah say about discussing student protests in Parliament?

• AThe government is ready to discuss all aspects and answer any questionsCorrect
• BThe government refuses to discuss student protests
• CThe opposition is fully cooperating for discussions
• DThe government will discuss only after protests end

Explanation Amit Shah said the government is ready to discuss every aspect of the student protests and answer questions in Parliament.

Q2 According to Amit Shah, what is hindering the functioning of the Parliament?

• AGovernment's refusal to answer questions
• BOpposition not letting the House functionCorrect
• CTechnical issues in the Parliament
• DLack of agenda for discussion

Explanation Amit Shah stated that the opposition is not letting the House function, which is hindering discussions.

Q3 Who made the statement about readiness to answer questions on student protests in Parliament?

• APrime Minister Narendra Modi
• BUnion Home Minister Amit ShahCorrect
• CLeader of Opposition
• DEducation Minister

Explanation Union Home Minister Amit Shah made the statement regarding readiness to answer questions in Parliament.

Q1 What is the primary objective of the Tribunals Reforms Bill passed by the Rajya Sabha in 2026?

• ATo establish a National Tribunals Commission for tribunal oversightCorrect
• BTo bring NCLT under the National Tribunals Commission
• CTo abolish all tribunals in India
• DTo merge tribunals with regular courts

Explanation The bill proposes a National Tribunals Commission to fill vacancies, review performance, and oversee complaints, aiming to modernize and improve the tribunal system.

Q2 Which tribunal is explicitly excluded from the ambit of the National Tribunals Commission under the Tribunals Reforms Bill?

• ADebt Recovery Tribunal
• BNational Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)Correct
• CIncome Tax Appellate Tribunal
• DCustoms, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal

Explanation The bill leaves the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) outside the ambit of the National Tribunals Commission.

Q3 What was the reaction of the Opposition during the passage of the Tribunals Reforms Bill in the Rajya Sabha?

• AThey supported the bill unanimously
• BThey staged a walkout and were absentCorrect
• CThey proposed amendments to the bill
• DThey requested a joint parliamentary committee

Explanation The Opposition staged a walkout and were absent during the passage of the Tribunals Reforms Bill in the Rajya Sabha.

Q1 Why did the Delhi High Court refuse bail to wrestler Sushil Kumar?

• ABecause the case involved a premeditated and gruesome assault resulting in deathCorrect
• BBecause Sushil Kumar was not cooperating with the investigation
• CBecause bail is never granted in murder cases
• DBecause the trial had already started

Explanation The court refused bail citing the premeditated and gruesome nature of the assault resulting in death.

Q2 In the context of the Delhi HC's decision on Sushil Kumar's bail, what is generally considered the rule?

• AIncarceration is the rule and bail an exception
• BBail is generally the rule and incarceration an exceptionCorrect
• CBail is never granted in murder cases
• DBail is granted only after conviction

Explanation The court stated that bail is generally the rule and incarceration an exception.

Q1 When will the total solar eclipse occur in 2026?

• AAugust 10
• BAugust 11
• CAugust 12Correct
• DAugust 13

Explanation The total solar eclipse is scheduled for August 12, 2026.

Q2 Will the total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, be visible in India?

• AYes, fully visible
• BPartially visible
• CNot visibleCorrect
• DVisible only in Tamil Nadu

Explanation The eclipse will not be visible from India.

Q3 What traditional observance will not apply in India due to the eclipse's invisibility?

• ADiwali
• BSutakCorrect
• CNavratri
• DMakar Sankranti

Explanation The 'Sutak' observance, linked to solar eclipses, will not apply in India for this event.

Q1 Which organization invited ISRO to join its Moon Base programme?

• ANASACorrect
• BESA
• CRoscosmos
• DJAXA

Explanation NASA officially invited ISRO to collaborate on its Moon Base programme.

Q2 During which event was the invitation to ISRO announced?

• AIndia-U.S. Civil Space Joint Working Group meetingCorrect
• BBRICS Summit
• CG20 Summit
• DUN General Assembly

Explanation The invitation was announced during the ninth meeting of the India-U.S. Civil Space Joint Working Group held in Bengaluru.

Q3 Where was the ninth meeting of the India-U.S. Civil Space Joint Working Group held?

• ANew Delhi
• BBengaluruCorrect
• CHyderabad
• DMumbai

Explanation The meeting took place in Bengaluru, where NASA invited ISRO to join the Moon Base programme.

Q1 What was India's retail inflation rate in July 2026?

• A3.5%
• B4.0%
• C4.45%Correct
• D5.52%

Explanation India's retail inflation rose to 4.45% in July 2026, exceeding the RBI's midpoint target.

Q2 Which of the following contributed to the rise in India's retail inflation in July 2026?

• ADecline in fuel prices
• BDecrease in food prices
• CIncrease in food and fuel pricesCorrect
• DStable silver jewellery prices

Explanation The rise in retail inflation was driven by firming food and fuel prices.

Q3 By approximately how much did silver jewellery prices increase in July 2026?

• A10%
• B50%
• C110%Correct
• D200%

Explanation Silver jewellery prices soared by around 110% in July 2026.

Q1 For how many consecutive years has Fitch retained India's BBB- sovereign credit rating?

• A10 years
• B15 years
• C20 yearsCorrect
• D25 years

Explanation Fitch Ratings has retained India's BBB- sovereign credit rating for 20 consecutive years.

Q2 What GDP growth rate did Fitch forecast for India in the current fiscal year?

• A5.2%
• B6.4%Correct
• C7.0%
• D8.1%

Explanation Fitch forecasted a GDP growth rate of 6.4% for India in the current fiscal year.

Q3 What fiscal risk did Fitch flag in its report on India's credit rating?

• ARising inflation
• BYouth protests over jobsCorrect
• CTrade deficit
• DCurrency depreciation

Explanation Fitch flagged fiscal risks arising from youth protests over jobs.

Q1 What denominations of polymer banknotes has the Government of India approved for introduction?

• A₹5 and ₹10
• B₹10 and ₹20Correct
• C₹20 and ₹50
• D₹50 and ₹100

Explanation The government approved polymer banknotes specifically in ₹10 and ₹20 denominations.

Q2 What is the current status of the procurement process for the polymer banknotes as informed by the RBI?

• ACompleted
• BIn final stage
• CAt an initial stageCorrect
• DNot yet started

Explanation The RBI stated that the procurement process is presently at an initial stage.

Q3 Who confirmed the procurement status of the polymer banknotes?

• APrime Minister
• BFinance MinisterCorrect
• CRBI Governor
• DHome Minister

Explanation The Finance Minister confirmed that the procurement of polymer banknotes is still at an initial stage.

Q1 What was the main reason for the decline in Indian stock markets on August 11, 2026?

• AElevated crude oil pricesCorrect
• BGovernment policy changes
• CGlobal economic slowdown
• DCorporate earnings reports

Explanation The decline was primarily due to elevated crude oil prices weighing on market sentiment.

Q2 Which of the following companies was NOT mentioned as a major laggard in the Sensex on August 11, 2026?

• AUltraTech Cement
• BAxis Bank
• CReliance IndustriesCorrect
• DInterGlobe Aviation

Explanation Reliance Industries was not listed among the major laggards; others like UltraTech Cement, Axis Bank, and InterGlobe Aviation were mentioned.

Q3 By how many points did the BSE Sensex drop in early trade as reported on August 10, 2026?

• A388 points
• B19.38 pointsCorrect
• C5.10 points
• D50 points

Explanation On August 10, 2026, the Sensex dipped 19.38 points in early trade.

Q1 What was Russia's share in India's crude oil imports in June 2026?

• A38%
• B48%Correct
• C58%
• D68%

Explanation Russia's share of India's crude oil imports hit an all-time high of 48% in June 2026.

Q2 What action did the US Senate take regarding countries importing Russian oil and gas?

• AReduced tariffs on Russian oil imports
• BPassed a bill to impose tariffs up to 100%Correct
• CBanned all imports of Russian oil
• DSigned a trade agreement with India

Explanation The US Senate passed a bill to levy tariffs of up to 100% on the top five countries importing Russian oil and gas.

Q3 Which two countries together accounted for nearly two-thirds of India's oil imports in June 2026?

• ARussia and Saudi Arabia
• BRussia and UAECorrect
• CUAE and Iran
• DSaudi Arabia and UAE

Explanation Russia and the UAE together accounted for nearly two-thirds of India's oil imports, with shares of 48% and 17.5% respectively.

Q1 What was the approximate distance traveled by the ballistic missile launched by North Korea on August 12, 2026?

• AOver 700 kilometersCorrect
• BAbout 500 kilometers
• COver 1000 kilometers
• DLess than 300 kilometers

Explanation The missile traveled over 700 kilometers towards Japan as reported.

Q2 When are the annual large-scale South Korea-US military drills scheduled to begin in 2026?

• AAugust 17Correct
• BAugust 12
• CAugust 20
• DAugust 10

Explanation The drills are set to start on August 17, 2026, as announced by South Korea and the US.

Q3 What was the regional response to North Korea's missile launch on August 12, 2026?

• ACondemnation from South KoreaCorrect
• BSupport from Japan
• CNo reaction
• DJoint military action

Explanation South Korea condemned the missile launch, which escalated regional tensions.

Q1 What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck western Colombia?

• A6.5
• B7.4Correct
• C8.0
• D7.0

Explanation The earthquake that struck western Colombia had a magnitude of 7.4 as reported.

Q2 Which of the following cities was NOT mentioned as affected by the Colombia earthquake?

• ACali
• BQuibdo
• CPereira
• DBogotaCorrect

Explanation Bogota was not mentioned among the cities affected; Cali, Quibdo, and Pereira were specifically named.

Q3 What methods did rescuers use to find survivors after the Colombia earthquake?

• AOnly cranes and excavators
• BOnly manual digging
• CCranes, excavators, and manual effortsCorrect
• DNo rescue efforts were mentioned

Explanation Rescuers used cranes, excavators, and at times their bare hands to search for survivors.

Q1 What was Donald Trump's opinion on ousting FIFA president Gianni Infantino?

• AHe said it would be a terrible mistakeCorrect
• BHe supported the ousting
• CHe had no comment
• DHe suggested a replacement

Explanation Donald Trump stated that removing Gianni Infantino as FIFA president would be a 'terrible mistake.'

Q2 Which organizations criticized FIFA president Gianni Infantino's leadership?

• AU.S. Soccer, Canada Soccer, and football bodies in Central America and the CaribbeanCorrect
• BDonald Trump and U.S. Soccer
• COnly Canada Soccer
• DFIFA and U.S. Soccer

Explanation U.S. Soccer, Canada Soccer, and football organizations in Central America and the Caribbean issued a statement criticizing Infantino.

Q3 How did U.S. Soccer's stance on FIFA president Infantino differ from Donald Trump's?

• AU.S. Soccer criticized Infantino while Trump supported himCorrect
• BBoth supported Infantino
• CBoth criticized Infantino
• DU.S. Soccer had no opinion while Trump criticized Infantino

Explanation U.S. Soccer criticized Infantino, contrasting with Trump's support for the FIFA president.

Q1 According to India coach T Dilip, how is Virat Kohli’s fielding intensity described?

• AOptional depending on the match situation
• BNon-negotiableCorrect
• CLess important than batting
• DOnly during the powerplay

Explanation T Dilip stated that Virat Kohli's intensity in fielding is 'non-negotiable.'

Q2 Which aspect of Virat Kohli’s fielding did T Dilip specifically praise?

• AHis bowling accuracy
• BHis reflexes and diving skillsCorrect
• CHis captaincy decisions
• DHis batting technique

Explanation T Dilip admired Kohli's reflexes and diving skills, especially at cover and short mid-wicket.

Q3 How many other players does Virat Kohli inspire to stretch their limits while fielding with him, according to T Dilip?

• AThree
• BFiveCorrect
• CSeven
• DTen

Explanation T Dilip mentioned that Kohli inspires five other players to stretch their limits when fielding with him.

Q1 Who is Praggnanandhaa set to face in the first round of the Sinquefield Cup?

• AAlireza Firouzja
• BSamuel SevianCorrect
• CMagnus Carlsen
• DFabiano Caruana

Explanation Praggnanandhaa is set to face Samuel Sevian in the first round of the Sinquefield Cup.

Q2 Why did Samuel Sevian enter the Sinquefield Cup?

• AHe qualified through a preliminary round
• BHe replaced Alireza Firouzja who withdrewCorrect
• CHe was invited as a wildcard
• DHe is the defending champion

Explanation Samuel Sevian entered the Sinquefield Cup as a surprise replacement after Alireza Firouzja withdrew.

Q3 Which Grandmaster withdrew from the Sinquefield Cup, leading to Samuel Sevian's entry?

• AMagnus Carlsen
• BAlireza FirouzjaCorrect
• CIan Nepomniachtchi
• DDing Liren

Explanation French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja withdrew from the tour, allowing Samuel Sevian to enter.

Q1 Which cricket boards criticized the ICC for changes to the ODI World Cup format?

• AIndia and Australia
• BEngland and South Africa
• CScotland and NetherlandsCorrect
• DPakistan and Bangladesh

Explanation The cricket boards of Scotland and the Netherlands criticized the ICC for the ODI World Cup format changes.

Q2 How did the Scotland and Netherlands cricket boards describe the ICC's communication about the World Cup format changes?

• AClear and timely
• BDisappointing and disrespectfulCorrect
• CAdequate and respectful
• DUnnecessary and confusing

Explanation They described the lack of communication from the ICC as 'disappointing and disrespectful'.

Q3 What is the status of Scotland and Netherlands cricket boards within the ICC?

• AFull Members
• BAssociate MembersCorrect
• CAffiliate Members
• DObserver Members

Explanation Scotland and Netherlands cricket boards are Associate Member boards of the ICC.

Q1 What is HS Prannoy's goal for the next two years as stated before the 2026 Badminton World Championships?

• ATo retire from professional badminton
• BTo break into the top 10 world rankingsCorrect
• CTo coach the next generation of players
• DTo win his first World Championship title

Explanation HS Prannoy aims to get back to the top 10 within the next two years.

Q2 Who is the Indian player facing world No. 1 Shi in the opening round of the 2026 Badminton World Championships?

• ALakshya Sen
• BHS Prannoy
• CAyushCorrect
• DKidambi Srikanth

Explanation Ayush is ready to face world No. 1 Shi in the opening round of the 2026 Championships.

Q3 What was notable about the previous year's opening round match involving an Indian player and Shi?

• AHS Prannoy defeated Shi
• BAyush lost to Shi
• CLakshya Sen lost to ShiCorrect
• DNo Indian player faced Shi

Explanation Last year, Lakshya Sen lost 17-21, 19-21 to Shi in the opening round.

Q1 What resolution did the Tamil Nadu Assembly adopt regarding medical education in August 2026?

• ATo abolish NEET for undergraduate medical coursesCorrect
• BTo introduce NEET for all medical courses
• CTo increase NEET exam fees
• DTo conduct NEET twice a year

Explanation The Tamil Nadu Assembly adopted a resolution seeking the abolition of NEET for undergraduate medical courses.

Q2 Who opposed the Tamil Nadu Assembly's resolution on NEET abolition and what was his action?

• AM. Bhojarajan, staged a walkout before votingCorrect
• BM. Bhojarajan, supported the resolution
• CThe Chief Minister, opposed the resolution
• DThe Speaker, abstained from voting

Explanation The lone BJP MLA M. Bhojarajan opposed the resolution and staged a walkout before the voting.

Q3 What directive did the Union Home Ministry give to Tamil Nadu regarding State functions?

• ATo render 'Vande Mataram' at the beginning of State functionsCorrect
• BTo sing 'Tamil Thai Vazhthu' after 'Vande Mataram'
• CTo abolish singing of any State song
• DTo sing only 'Tamil Thai Vazhthu' at all events

Explanation The Union Home Ministry directed the State government to render 'Vande Mataram' at the beginning of State functions.