Showing questions for January 19, 2026
- Total: 20 questions
Question 1 Jan 19, 2026
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What caused the IndiGo flight 6E-6650 from Delhi to Bagdogra to make an emergency landing on January 18, 2026?
A handwritten bomb threat note found in the aircraft lavatoryOn January 18, 2026, IndiGo flight 6E-6650 was diverted to Lucknow following the discovery of a handwritten note reading 'Bomb on the plane' inside the rear lavatory. The alert prompted Air Traffic Control to order an emergency landing at Lucknow airport at 9:17 am. All passengers and crew were safely evacuated, and bomb disposal squads conducted a thorough search. No explosive device was ultimately found, but the incident caused significant disruption on a major domestic air corridor. The note was written on tissue paper, raising concerns about onboard security protocols.
Question 2 Jan 19, 2026
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How many people were killed in the bus accident involving wedding guests in Latehar district, Jharkhand, on January 18, 2026?
9The bus accident in Latehar district, Jharkhand, occurred when a vehicle carrying around 90 wedding guests overturned in the Orsa Bangladara valley. According to police reports, five people died on the spot, two more succumbed at Latehar Hospital, and two others passed away at Gumla Sadar Hospital, totaling nine fatalities. Among the deceased were five women. Over 80 others were injured, with 32 in serious condition being referred to RIMS Ranchi for advanced treatment. The bus driver cited brake failure as the cause of the crash.
Question 3 Jan 19, 2026
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Which international initiative has US President Donald Trump invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to join, as per a White House letter dated January 16, 2026?
Board of Peace for GazaIn a letter dated January 16, 2026, US President Donald Trump invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to participate in a proposed 'Board of Peace' aimed at overseeing reconstruction and peace-building in Gaza. This initiative is part of Trump’s broader 'Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict,' which he claims has support from major Arab nations, Israel, and several European countries. The UN Security Council reportedly endorsed this vision through Resolution 2803 in November 2025. However, Israel’s government expressed rare criticism, stating the committee was formed without its coordination. The invitation underscores India’s growing role in global conflict resolution efforts.
Question 4 Jan 19, 2026
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Why has the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) flagged the Renuka ji, Kishau, and Lakhwar dam projects?
Due to massive delays despite being declared projects of national importance nearly 29 years agoThe CAG highlighted that although the MoU for the Renuka ji, Kishau, and Lakhwar dams was signed in November 1994—nearly 29 years ago—construction has not yet begun due to pending approvals from the Upper Yamuna River Board and the National Green Tribunal. Delhi has already paid over ₹246 crore toward these projects, which are critical to addressing the capital’s chronic water shortages. Once completed, they could supply up to 782 MGD of water, meeting Delhi’s drinking needs for the next 25 years. The CAG report concluded that the possibility of augmenting Yamuna’s monsoon flows in the near future remains remote, leaving Delhi’s water crisis unresolved.
Question 5 Jan 19, 2026
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What reason did polo player Siddhant Sharma give for testing positive for cocaine in October 2025?
He took it for recreational purposes to celebrate Diwali on October 14, 2025Siddhant Sharma, a professional player with the Jindal Panther Polo Team, tested positive for cocaine and its metabolite benzoylecgonine during the Baroda Cup Polo Tournament in New Delhi. In a sworn affidavit submitted to the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA), he admitted to consuming cocaine solely for recreational purposes to mark Diwali on October 14, 2025. Based on this confession and other considerations, NADA’s disciplinary committee granted him a 'conditional exoneration' on January 14, 2026, allowing him to compete in upcoming tournaments. The case has sparked controversy as it sets a precedent for leniency in doping violations based on intent.