Showing questions for January 11, 2026
- Total: 18 questions
Question 1 Jan 11, 2026
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What significant event did Prime Minister Narendra Modi participate in at Somnath on January 10, 2026?
Somnath Swabhiman ParvPrime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv on January 10, 2026, which marked 1,000 years since Mahmud of Ghazni's invasion of the temple in 1026. The event celebrated the resilience and cultural pride associated with the Somnath Temple. During the programme, PM Modi joined in chanting the Omkar Mantra and witnessed a spectacular drone show. The celebrations included thematic formations, banners, and decorations across the town, reinforcing national unity and heritage. This event was part of broader efforts to highlight India’s historical continuity and spiritual legacy.
Question 2 Jan 11, 2026
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Which agency fined restaurants for automatically levying service charges without customer consent?
Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA)The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) took suo motu cognisance of complaints against 27 restaurants for mandatorily adding service charges to bills without explicit customer consent. Investigations revealed this practice violated Section 2(47) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, constituting an unfair trade practice. The CCPA directed these establishments to refund the collected amounts and revise their billing systems accordingly. Evidence came from invoices and complaints lodged via the National Consumer Helpline. The Delhi High Court has upheld the CCPA guidelines banning such mandatory levies, reinforcing consumer autonomy in tipping decisions.
Question 3 Jan 11, 2026
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Who recently assumed charge as Afghanistan’s Charge d’Affaires at its embassy in New Delhi?
Mufti Noor Ahmad NoorMufti Noor Ahmad Noor, a senior Taliban member and former Director General of the First Political Department at Afghanistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, took over as Charge d’Affaires at the Afghan Embassy in New Delhi. His appointment follows a steady improvement in India-Afghanistan bilateral ties, notably after Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s seven-day visit in October 2025. During that visit, Muttaqi asserted the Islamic Emirate’s control over the embassy by hoisting its flag. The transition signifies the Taliban’s growing diplomatic recognition and engagement with India despite ongoing geopolitical complexities. This development marks a key moment in post-2021 Afghan diplomacy in South Asia.
Question 4 Jan 11, 2026
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A mentally unwell man from Jammu and Kashmir was detained in Ayodhya for attempting to offer namaz where?
Inside the Ram Mandir complexOn January 11, 2026, Ahmed Sheikh, a 55-year-old man from Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir, was detained in Ayodhya after attempting to offer namaz inside the Ram Mandir complex. According to police, he raised slogans when stopped by security personnel. His family provided medical records from Srinagar Medical College confirming his mental illness. Authorities emphasized that the incident was not politically motivated but stemmed from a psychiatric condition. The event underscores heightened security protocols around sensitive religious sites in India, especially following the temple’s recent consecration.
Question 5 Jan 11, 2026
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Which state’s electoral roll revision process received additional oversight through the appointment of four Special Roll Observers by the Election Commission?
West BengalOn January 11, 2026, the Election Commission appointed four Special Roll Observers (SROs)—Ratan Biswas, Vikas Singh, Sandeep Rewajl Rathod, and Dr. Shailesh—for West Bengal. This move aims to strengthen supervision during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state. The SROs are tasked with ensuring strict compliance with statutory guidelines during verification and revision exercises. The decision reflects concerns about electoral integrity and possible irregularities in voter list management. Such appointments are common before major elections to uphold transparency and fairness in democratic processes.