Daily quiz · 19 Oct 2026

Current Affairs Quiz 19 October 2026

10 questions from today's news, with answers. Tap an option to check it — then read the full current affairs digest.

1. What festival's celebration did the President of India extend warm wishes for?

   A. EidB. DiwaliC. Durga PujaD. Holi
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   Answer: C. Durga Puja — The article specifically mentions the President's greetings for Durga Puja.

2. Who is set to meet families of victims affected by anti-drug activities in Punjab?

   A. The Prime MinisterB. Union Home MinisterC. Chief MinisterD. President
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   Answer: B. Union Home Minister — The article states that Union Home Minister Amit Shah will meet these families.

3. What is the focus of the Postal Department's Special Campaign 6.0?

   A. EducationB. Environmental responsibilityC. TourismD. Cultural heritage
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   Answer: B. Environmental responsibility — The article highlights the emphasis on public service excellence and environmental responsibility.

4. Which Indian Navy ship highlighted India's growing maritime presence by departing for Oman?

   A. INS VikrantB. INS SudarshiniC. INS KamortaD. INS Kolkata
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   Answer: B. INS Sudarshini — The article mentions that INS Sudarshini has departed for Oman.

5. What event does the Prime Minister wish the Indian contingent good luck for?

   A. Commonwealth GamesB. Asian Para Games 2026C. OlympicsD. SAFF Championship
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   Answer: B. Asian Para Games 2026 — The article specifically mentions the Prime Minister's wishes for the Asian Para Games 2026.

6. Which organization celebrated three years of Namo Bharat operations?

   A. NABARDB. NCRTCC. DMRCD. IRCTC
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   Answer: B. NCRTC — The article states that the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) celebrated this milestone.

7. Who visited the Munsyari cold water fisheries cluster to meet farmers?

   A. The Prime MinisterB. Chief MinisterC. Central SecretaryD. Union Minister
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   Answer: C. Central Secretary — The article mentions that Central Secretary Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi visited the cluster.

8. What significant action was taken by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI)?

   A. Seizure of weaponsB. Arrest of drug lordsC. Seizure of 137 kg of crystal methD. Closure of illegal factories
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   Answer: C. Seizure of 137 kg of crystal meth — The article highlights that DRI seized 137 kg of crystal meth in Tamil Nadu.

9. What type of initiatives did the government's visit to the Munsyari cluster emphasize?

   A. Renewable energyB. Promoting sustainable agricultureC. Technology in educationD. Tourism development
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   Answer: B. Promoting sustainable agriculture — The article specifies the government's initiatives in promoting sustainable agriculture and fisheries.

10. What does the government's commitment to addressing drug trafficking aim to mitigate?

    A. Cultural heritageB. Economic growthC. Environmental issuesD. Community impact
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    Answer: D. Community impact — The article discusses the impact of drug trafficking on communities as a challenge the government is addressing.