Quiz: Weekly Current Affairs: 04-10 May 2026 Important Current Affairs
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Quiz: Weekly Current Affairs: 04-10 May 2026 Important Current Affairs
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What is India's rank in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index?
Explanation
India ranks 157th out of 180 countries in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, which is 6 places lower than last year.
Key Points
- > Norway is at the top
- > Reporters Without Borders publishes this index
- > India's neighboring country Nepal is at 87th place
Additional Information
- Index published by: Reporters Without Borders (RSF)
- First publication: 2002
- India's 2025 rank: 151
| Country | Rank (2026) |
|---|---|
| Norway | 1 |
| India | 157 |
| Pakistan | 153 |
| China | 178 |
Which Indian state has launched the first 'Paperless Judiciary' or paperless judicial system?
Explanation
Sikkim has become the first state in India to launch a paperless judiciary by conducting all court work through digital methods.
Key Points
- > This will accelerate the e-filing system
- > Sikkim is a North-Eastern state of India
- > Digital Case Management System played a major role here
Additional Information
- Capital of Sikkim: Gangtok
- Current Chief Minister: Prem Singh Tamang
- Sikkim became a constituent state of India in 1975
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| First Organic State | Sikkim |
| High Court | Sikkim High Court |
| Establishment | 1975 |
By how much has the Central Government decided to increase the number of Supreme Court judges?
Explanation
The Central Government has approved increasing the total number of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38 (37 judges + 1 Chief Justice).
Key Points
- > Earlier this number was 33+1=34
- > This will be effective through the passing of a bill in Parliament
- > Article 124 of the Constitution relates to the Supreme Court
Additional Information
- Current Chief Justice: D.Y. Chandrachud (50th)
- First Chief Justice of the Supreme Court: H.J. Kania
- Judges are appointed by: The President of India
| Stage | Number of Judges |
|---|---|
| 1950 (Initially) | 8 (7+1) |
| 2019 | 34 (33+1) |
| 2026 (Proposed) | 38 (37+1) |
What is the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane fixed for the 2026-27 season?
Explanation
The government has increased the FRP of sugarcane to ₹365 per quintal.
Key Points
- > CACP recommends this price
- > It provides income security to sugarcane farmers
- > This is an important step in the sugar industry
Additional Information
- CACP: Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices
- FRP is paid by: Sugar mills
- Largest sugar producing state in India: Uttar Pradesh
| Season | FRP (Per Quintal) |
|---|---|
| 2025-26 | ₹340 (approx) |
| 2026-27 | ₹365 |
INS Mahendragiri is a stealth frigate built under which project?
Explanation
INS Mahendragiri is the seventh and final stealth frigate built under Project 17A.
Key Points
- > Manufacturer: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited
- > Named after: A mountain peak in Odisha
- > It features state-of-the-art stealth technology
Additional Information
- Project 17A started in: 2019
- Total number of ships: 7
- Stealth technology helps hide the ship from radar
| Ship | Project |
|---|---|
| Nilgiri | Project 17A |
| Mahendragiri | Project 17A |
| Taragiri | Project 17A |
Which company has earned the title of India's first 'Space-tech Unicorn'?
Explanation
Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace has become India's first space-tech unicorn after receiving $60 million in funding.
Key Points
- > Headquarters: Hyderabad
- > They build the 'Vikram' series of rockets
- > It is a private space research organization
Additional Information
- Founders: Pawan Kumar Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka
- First private rocket: Vikram-S (2022)
- Unicorn: Startups with a valuation of more than $1 billion
| Company | Headquarters |
|---|---|
| Skyroot | Hyderabad |
| ISRO | Bengaluru |
| IN-SPACe | Ahmedabad |
Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of Prasar Bharati?
Explanation
Renowned lyricist and advertising personality Prasoon Joshi has been appointed as the new Chairman of Prasar Bharati.
Key Points
- > He succeeds Navneet Kumar Sehgal
- > Prasar Bharati is India's largest public broadcasting agency
- > He was also the head of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)
Additional Information
- Prasar Bharati was established in: 1997
- Under it are: Akashvani and Doordarshan
- Headquarters: New Delhi
| Post | Person |
|---|---|
| Current Chairman | Prasoon Joshi |
| Previous Chairman | Navneet Kumar Sehgal |
| CEO | Gaurav Dwivedi |
Who has been awarded the 2026 UNESCO World Press Freedom Prize?
Explanation
The Sudanese Journalists Syndicate has been awarded this prize for courageously reporting news during the civil war in Sudan.
Key Points
- > UNESCO gives this award every year
- > It is also known as the 'Guillermo Cano' World Press Freedom Prize
- > Sudan is currently undergoing a severe internal crisis
Additional Information
- UNESCO Headquarters: Paris, France
- Established: 1945
- Prize value: 25,000 USD
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Sudanese Journalists Syndicate |
| 2025 | Nguy Pru (Fictional Example) |
| 1997 | First prize awarded |
On which date is World Red Cross Day observed?
Explanation
Every year on 8th May, World Red Cross Day is observed to commemorate the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the Red Cross.
Key Points
- > Theme of 2026: 'Keeping Humanity Alive'
- > Henry Dunant was the first Nobel Peace Prize winner
- > Red Cross provides humanitarian aid during times of war
Additional Information
- Red Cross (ICRC) established: 1863
- Headquarters: Geneva
- Nobel Peace Prize winner: 1917, 1944, 1963
| Day | Date |
|---|---|
| World Red Cross Day | 8 May |
| World Health Day | 7 April |
| World Environment Day | 5 June |
According to the World Migration Report 2026, which is the world's largest remittance receiving country?
Explanation
India has maintained its position as the world's number one remittance receiving country with 137 billion USD in remittances.
Key Points
- > Mexico is in second place
- > China is in third place
- > This is published by IOM (International Organization for Migration)
Additional Information
- Remittance is the money sent by migrants
- First country to cross 100 billion dollars: India
- Largest remittance sending country: United States
| Country | Remittance (Billion Dollars) |
|---|---|
| India | 137 |
| Mexico | 68 |
| China | 48 |
According to the NCRB report, which Indian city has the highest rate of cybercrime?
Explanation
Bengaluru topped the list with a record number of 17,561 cybercrime cases registered.
Key Points
- > Karnataka is also top in cybercrimes against women
- > Telangana is top in human trafficking
- > NCRB collects crime-related data in India
Additional Information
- NCRB Headquarters: New Delhi
- Established: 1986
- It works under the Ministry of Home Affairs
| City | Cybercrime Cases |
|---|---|
| Bengaluru | 17,561 |
| Mumbai | Second Place |
| Hyderabad | Third Place |
Where has India's first 'Pearl Farming' cluster been announced?
Explanation
Hazaribagh in Jharkhand has been declared as India's first pearl farming cluster, where 22 crore rupees have been invested.
Key Points
- > It is a modern form of aquaculture
- > The Jharkhand government is encouraging this project
- > Pearl farming will provide alternative income opportunities for farmers
Additional Information
- A pearl is calcium carbonate secreted from the body of an oyster
- Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA) provides training in pearl farming
- CIFA Headquarters: Bhubaneswar
| Place | Specialty |
|---|---|
| Hazaribagh | First Pearl Farming Cluster |
| Jharkhand | State rich in mineral resources |
| ₹22 Crore | Total investment in the project |
What was the name of actor Thalapathy Vijay's political party in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Election?
Explanation
Actor Thalapathy Vijay's political party 'Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam' (TVK) emerged as the largest party by winning 108 seats.
Key Points
- > Full form of TVK: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
- > This was Vijay's first assembly election
- > Total number of assembly seats in Tamil Nadu is 234
Additional Information
- Current capital of Tamil Nadu: Chennai
- Number of Assembly seats: 234
- The influence of cinema is very high in South Indian politics
| Party | Number of Seats (2026) |
|---|---|
| TVK | 108 |
| Others | Remaining seats |
Which country launched the world's first AI-based monitoring system in the Galapagos Islands?
Explanation
Ecuador has launched the world's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven monitoring system to protect the biodiversity of its Galapagos Islands.
Key Points
- > Galapagos is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- > This archipelago is located in the Pacific Ocean
- > Charles Darwin conducted research here
Additional Information
- Capital of Ecuador: Quito
- The Galapagos Islands are famous for tortoises
- The AI system will help prevent illegal fishing
| Archipelago | Country |
|---|---|
| Galapagos | Ecuador |
| Andaman | India |
| Maldives | Maldives |
On which date is World Athletics Day celebrated?
Explanation
World Athletics Day is celebrated every year on 7th May to encourage youth to participate in sports.
Key Points
- > Theme of 2026: 'Sports Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers'
- > It was started by the IAAF (now World Athletics)
- > Its aim is to promote a healthy lifestyle through sports
Additional Information
- World Athletics Headquarters: Monaco
- Current President: Sebastian Coe
- The first World Championships in Athletics was held in: 1983
| Day | Date |
|---|---|
| World Athletics Day | 7 May |
| National Sports Day (India) | 29 August |
| Olympic Day | 23 June |
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