Current Affairs Quiz 29th July 2026 Quiz

Exp. Keshav Chandra Assumes Charge as Mines Secretary

Keshav Chandra has assumed charge as the Secretary, Ministry of Mines, succeeding Piyush Goyal, who has been appointed as the Secretary General of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).

Chandra is a 1995-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the AGMUT cadre and previously served as the Chairperson of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC).

Exp. India, Romania Sign Three Agreements; Target to Double Bilateral Trade in Three Years

India and Romania signed three agreements to strengthen cooperation in Science & Technology, Education, and Sports during delegation-level talks between President Droupadi Murmu and Romanian President Nicușor Dan in Bucharest.

Both countries reaffirmed their 70+ years of friendship and agreed to deepen collaboration across key sectors, including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, renewable energy, green hydrogen, agriculture, digital public infrastructure (DPI), and artificial intelligence (AI).

India and Romania have set a target to double bilateral trade within the next three years, with both leaders highlighting the potential benefits of the India–EU Free Trade Agreement for industries and skilled professionals.

Exp. Venezuela Announces Withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC)

Venezuela formally notified the United Nations on 24 July 2026 of its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Under Article 127 of the Rome Statute, a country’s withdrawal from the ICC becomes effective one year after the UN receives the formal notification.

Acting President Delcy Rodríguez alleged that the ICC is politically influenced and disproportionately targets countries of the Global South, particularly those in Africa and Latin America.

About International Criminal Court (ICC)

• Established: 2002
• Based in: The Hague, Netherlands
• Members – 125 countries, including Hungary.
• Legal Basis: Rome Statute (adopted in 1998, entered into force in 2002)
• Objective: To prosecute individuals for genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression

Exp. Ministry of Tourism Signs MoU with Air India to Boost Global Promotion of Incredible India

The Ministry of Tourism signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Air India to promote India as a preferred global tourism destination under the ‘Incredible India’ brand.

The partnership will leverage Air India’s extensive domestic and international network along with the Ministry’s tourism promotion initiatives through joint destination campaigns, co-branded marketing, stopover tourism promotion, and the proposed ‘Visit India Pass’.

The MoU aims to enhance India’s global tourism visibility, attract more international travellers, and showcase the country’s diverse cultural, heritage, and tourism offerings through integrated digital and offline promotional campaigns.

Exp. India Develops First Indigenous 350 kg Thrust Expendable Turbo Jet Engine

India has successfully developed its first indigenous Expendable Turbo Jet Engine in the 350 kg thrust class, designed by DRDO’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), marking a major milestone in indigenous aerospace propulsion technology.

The engine was manufactured and assembled by Hyderabad-based Azad Engineering, GTRE’s industry partner, and was successfully delivered on 22 July 2026, showcasing strong collaboration between India’s scientific and industrial sectors.

Exp. Gyaneshwari Yadav Wins Silver in Women’s 53 kg Weightlifting at Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026

Indian weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav won the silver medal in the women’s 53 kg category at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026, strengthening India’s medal tally.

Making her Commonwealth Games debut, the Chhattisgarh-based lifter achieved a personal-best total lift of 199 kg to secure the silver medal.

Exp. U Mumba TT Defends Ultimate Table Tennis Season 7 Title with Thrilling Comeback Victory

U Mumba TT successfully defended their Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 7 title by defeating Dempo Goa Challengers 8–5 in a thrilling final, ending Goa’s unbeaten run in the tournament.

Trailing 4–2 after the first two matches, U Mumba TT staged a remarkable comeback, led by captain Manush Shah and Anna Hursey, whose mixed doubles victory and Manush’s singles win over Alvaro Robles proved decisive.

Exp. Veteran Sports Journalist Jaswinder Singh Sidhu Passes Away

Veteran sports journalist Jaswinder Singh Sidhu passed away, leaving behind a distinguished career spanning several decades in Indian sports journalism.

During his illustrious career, he worked with leading media organisations, including Amar Ujala, Hindustan Times, Dainik Jagran, and Hindustan, making significant contributions to sports reporting in India.

Exp. 25 July – International Day for Women and Girls of African Descent

International Day for Women and Girls of African Descent is observed every year on 25 July to recognise the achievements, leadership, and contributions of women and girls of African descent worldwide.

The day aims to promote gender equality, combat racism and discrimination, and advance the rights, empowerment, and inclusion of women and girls of African descent.

The observance was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2024, following the recommendation of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent.

Exp. 25 July – International Day on Judicial Well-being

International Day on Judicial Well-being is observed every year on 25 July to promote the mental health, well-being, and resilience of judges and judicial officers worldwide.

The day highlights the importance of a healthy, independent, and efficient judiciary, recognizing that judicial well-being is essential for ensuring fair and effective justice delivery.

The observance was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2024, acknowledging the need to support the well-being of judicial professionals and strengthen the rule of law.

Exp. 28 July – World Hepatitis Day

World Hepatitis Day is observed every year on 28 July to raise awareness about viral hepatitis, promote prevention, early diagnosis, and improve access to treatment and care.

The day marks the birth anniversary of Dr. Baruch Samuel Blumberg, Nobel Prize-winning scientist who discovered the Hepatitis B virus and developed the first Hepatitis B vaccine.

Theme 2026 – Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down

Exp. China Launches Gravity-1 Y4 Rocket, Successfully Places Nine Satellites into Orbit

China successfully launched the Gravity-1 Y4 commercial rocket from the East China Sea, placing nine satellites into orbit and conducting one payload experiment, marking the first far-sea launch by a privately developed commercial rocket.

Developed by ORIENSPACE, the 30-metre, 405-tonne Gravity-1 rocket lifted off from a launch vessel operated by the Oriental Aerospace Port under the direction of the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center.

The mission deployed nine satellites for remote sensing, AI-powered Earth observation, environmental monitoring, disaster response, agriculture, and urban planning, while Lilac-3 tested next-generation satellite platform and attitude-control technologies.

Exp. Cabinet Approves DISHA 2.0 Scheme to Expand Technology-Driven Access to Justice

Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice (DISHA) 2.0 is a Central Sector Scheme with an approved outlay of ₹255 crore for 2026–31, aimed at improving access to justice across India through technology-driven legal services.

DISHA 2.0 comprises four key components: Tele-Law: Reaching the Unreached, Nyaya Bandhu (Pro Bono Legal Services) Programme, Legal Literacy and Legal Awareness Programme (LLLAP), and VIDHI (Vision for Integrated Delivery of Harmonised Legal Initiatives)-Sanjeevani.

Under Tele-Law, citizens can receive free pre-litigation legal advice through the Tele-Law mobile app, toll-free number 14454, and video/teleconferencing facilities at Common Service Centres (CSCs), with Nyaya Sahayaks assisting service delivery in Aspirational Blocks.

The Nyaya Bandhu programme encourages advocates to provide free legal assistance to marginalized and disadvantaged groups. Pro Bono panels have been established in 23 High Courts, while Pro Bono Clubs are functioning in law schools and colleges across the country.

VIDHI-Sanjeevani will create a centralized integrated dashboard with real-time monitoring, integration with the Nyaya Setu AI Chatbot, and aims to benefit 50 lakh people during 2026–31 through technology-enabled legal service delivery.

Exp. DBS Becomes First Southeast Asian Bank Named ‘World’s Best Corporate Bank’ by Global Finance

DBS became the first Southeast Asian bank to be named “World’s Best Corporate Bank” at the 2026 Global Bank Awards by Global Finance, marking the first time a bank from the region has won the award since the category was introduced in 2005.

At the 2026 Global Bank Awards, DBS also received the titles of “Asia’s Best Bank” and “Singapore’s Best Bank”, reflecting its strong performance, management excellence, and leadership in corporate banking.

Headquartered in Singapore and operating across 19 markets, DBS offers comprehensive corporate banking services to SMEs and multinational companies through its AI-enabled capabilities, global network, and expertise in financing, trade finance, cash management, and advisory services.