Showing questions for February 20, 2026
- Total: 17 questions
Question 11 Feb 20, 2026
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Which significant news did veteran journalist K Govindan Kutty break during his career?
The air crash involving then PM Morarji Desai in 1977 at Jorhat, AssamVeteran journalist and author K Govindan Kutty, known as KGK in journalists' circles, passed away at the age of 81 in Thiruvananthapuram after a brief illness. Kutty had a distinguished career as a reporter and editor with Indian Express and India Today, working in both Thiruvananthapuram and New Delhi. He is notably remembered for breaking the news of the air crash involving then Prime Minister Morarji Desai in 1977 at Jorhat in Assam, from which Desai survived. Kutty was also among the first journalists to report internal fissures in the CPI(M) in Kerala during the 1980s, which later led to significant political developments in the state. He authored ten books in English and Malayalam and served as consulting editor of Pioneer's Kerala edition in 2005, leaving a lasting legacy in Indian journalism.
Question 12 Feb 20, 2026
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Which of the following statements about the Ladakh Marathon is correct?
It is the world's highest AIMS-certified marathon and will hold its 13th edition from September 10-13, 2026The Ladakh Marathon is recognized as the world's highest AIMS-certified marathon, taking place in the challenging high-altitude terrain of Ladakh, India. The 13th edition is scheduled to commence on September 10 and conclude on September 13, 2026, with registrations already open through the official website. The event features six different race categories including the demanding Silk Route Ultra (122km) and Khardung La Challenger (72km) ultra races, along with the standard Marathon (42km), Half Marathon (21km), 11.2km Run, and 5km Run for Fun. Acclimatization is mandatory for all participants, with ultra-distance runners specifically required to arrive in Leh at least 10 days prior to race day to ensure their safety and performance in the extreme conditions. The application-based ultra races remain strictly capped to maintain quality and safety standards for this iconic endurance event.
Question 13 Feb 20, 2026
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What was the outcome of Al Nassr's match against Arkadag FC in the AFC Champions League Two?
Al Nassr won 1-0 to secure a 2-0 aggregate victory and advance to the quarterfinalsAl Nassr secured their place in the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League Two with a professional 1-0 victory over Arkadag FC of Turkmenistan, which gave them a comfortable 2-0 aggregate win across the two legs. Notably, superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was absent from the match, watching from the stands after returning from a brief absence amid reports of discontent with club management. The 41-year-old five-time Ballon d'Or winner has been rested for certain matches as the club manages his workload in the Saudi Pro League and continental competitions. Al Nassr will now face Al Wasl of the United Arab Emirates in the first leg of the quarterfinals scheduled for March 3, as they continue their pursuit of silverware in Asia's second-tier club competition. This progression keeps alive the hopes of the Riyadh-based club to finally win a major trophy since Ronaldo's arrival in December 2022.
Question 14 Feb 20, 2026
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Who was appointed as the new head coach of Marseille to replace Roberto De Zerbi?
Habib BeyeMarseille, the nine-time French champions, appointed Habib Beye as their new head coach to replace Roberto De Zerbi following a disappointing run of form that saw the club exit the Champions League and fall 12 points behind Ligue 1 leaders Lens. Beye, a former Senegal international defender who previously played for Marseille, brings local knowledge and a disciplinarian approach focused on ball possession and strong attacking identity to rejuvenate the struggling squad. His appointment comes after successful stints leading Red Star to promotion to Ligue 2 and most recently coaching Rennes, though he was sacked by that club earlier this month. Marseille owner Frank McCourt expressed hope that Beye's hiring would refocus the team on the challenges remaining in the season, as the club seeks to regain stability after years of coaching changes and crises since McCourt's acquisition in 2016. The club has not won the Ligue 1 title since 2010, making this appointment crucial for their ambitions to return to the top of French football.
Question 15 Feb 20, 2026
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Why did Pakistan Hockey Federation president Tariq Bugti resign from his position?
Due to the hotel fiasco and logistical mismanagement during Pakistan's tour of AustraliaPakistan Hockey Federation president Tariq Bugti resigned from his position in the aftermath of a significant logistical fiasco during the national team's troubled tour of Australia for the FIH Pro League earlier in February 2026. The controversy erupted when a viral social media video showed Pakistani players standing on the streets of Sydney with their luggage, highlighting severe accommodation issues that plagued the team's stay. Team captain Shakeel Ammad Butt initially tried to downplay the problems but later criticized the PHF at a press conference in Lahore, alleging mismanagement, lack of proper accommodation, and even claiming players had to wash dishes before matches. Bugti's resignation comes amid a blame game between the PHF and the state-run Pakistan Sports Board over who was responsible for the disastrous arrangements, while Pakistan has lost all eight of their matches in the competition and sits last in the nine-team standings. The situation has been further complicated by Bugti imposing a two-year ban on captain Butt for his public criticisms, adding to the turmoil in Pakistan hockey ahead of their World Cup qualifying tournament in Egypt.