Current Affairs Quiz 7th July 2026 Quiz

Exp. Keiko Fujimori Wins Peru Presidential Runoff, Set to Become Country’s Next President

Peru has elected conservative leader Keiko Fujimori as President after she won the presidential runoff election, securing victory in her fourth attempt.

The 51-year-old daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori will become Peru’s 9th President in the last 10 years, highlighting the country’s prolonged political instability.

Newly Appointed Prime Ministers  & Presidents

• President of Colombia – Abelardo De La Espriella
• PM of South Korea -Lee Jae Myung
• Prime Minister of Slovenia – Janez Janša
• Prime Minister of Latvia – Andris Kulbergs

Exp. NPCI’s Dilip Asbe joins Swift’s global supervisory board

Dilip Asbe, MD & CEO of National Payments Corporation of India, has been inducted into the global supervisory board of Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication, subject to regulatory approval expected in October.

The appointment gives India a direct role in shaping global payment policies and cross-border financial messaging standards, marking a major milestone for the country’s digital payments ecosystem.

About Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT)

• Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication is a global financial messaging network that enables secure and standardised communication between banks and financial institutions for cross-border transactions.
• SWIFT was established in 1973 and is headquartered in La Hulpe, Belgium.
• It connects over 11,000 financial institutions across more than 200 countries and territories, facilitating international payments, securities transactions, and trade finance.
• SWIFT does not transfer money itself; instead, it securely transmits payment instructions and financial messages between participating institutions worldwide.

Exp. India Hosts BRICS Women Working Group Meeting in Kochi

India hosts the BRICS Women Working Group (WWG) Meeting in Kochi under its BRICS Chairship 2026, bringing together senior officials from BRICS member countries to promote women-led development.

The meeting is guided by India’s BRICS Chairship theme, “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” with discussions focusing on women in governance, digital & financial inclusion, entrepreneurship & skill development, and climate action, food security & nutrition.

BRICS currently comprises 11 member countries, contributing around 40% of global GDP and representing about 49.5% of the world’s population, highlighting the strategic importance of the BRICS Women Track.

Exp. Ministry of Law and Justice Concludes ‘Reforms Utsav & Chintan Shivir 2026

Ministry of Law and Justice successfully concluded the ‘Reforms Utsav & Chintan Shivir 2026’, jointly organised by the Legislative Department and the Department of Legal Affairs at Gyan Sarovar.

The event was inaugurated by Arjun Ram Meghwal, who addressed senior officials and emphasised reforms for strengthening India’s legal and legislative framework.

Exp. Mukesh Ambani, Lakshmi Mittal & Sunil Bharti Mittal Join AI for Good Global Commission

Mukesh Ambani, Lakshmi Mittal, and Sunil Bharti Mittal are the three Indian members of the AI for Good Global Commission, a global initiative promoting responsible and inclusive use of Artificial Intelligence.

The Commission comprises over 40 founding members, including heads of state, government leaders, CEOs, senior executives, and UN agency heads, to develop practical pathways for trustworthy AI, wider access, and AI-driven solutions to global challenges.

The Commission will hold its inaugural meeting during the AI for Good Global Summit 2026 in Geneva, held as part of Digital Week (6–10 July 2026), alongside the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance and the WSIS Forum.

Exp. Kirti Vardhan Singh to Represent India at Inaugural UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance

Kirti Vardhan Singh will represent India at the inaugural United Nations Global Dialogue on AI Governance, to be held in Geneva.

The United Nations Global Dialogue on AI Governance is a new forum established by the United Nations General Assembly to promote international cooperation and discussions on the governance and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Exp. PM Narendra Modi Launches Viksit UDAN Scheme, Inaugurates New Terminal at Jodhpur Airport

Narendra Modi launched the Viksit UDAN Scheme, the next phase of India’s regional air connectivity initiative, to improve affordable air travel in Tier-2, Tier-3 cities and remote regions.

The scheme has an outlay of over ₹28,840 crore and aims to develop 100+ new aerodromes and 200 helipads, significantly expanding regional aviation infrastructure across the country.

Prime Minister Modi also inaugurated the new terminal building at Jodhpur Airport, enhancing connectivity and supporting tourism, trade, and economic growth in the Marwar region.

Exp. ₹2,500 Crore Defence Manufacturing Plant to Be Set Up in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh

Jyotiraditya Scindia and Mohan Yadav laid the foundation stone for a ₹2,500 crore defence manufacturing plant in Shivpuri, to be developed by Adani Group.

The facility, to be established at Pali village on National Highway 27, will manufacture ammunition, high-tech weapons, and mission-ready missiles, strengthening India’s defence production and the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

At the event, Jeet Adani announced that the Adani Group aims to create 1.20 lakh jobs in Madhya Pradesh by 2030, boosting employment and industrial development in the state.

Exp. India–Israel Bilateral Investment Agreement Officially Comes into Force

The Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA) between India and Israel has officially entered into force, marking a significant step toward enhancing economic cooperation and promoting cross-border investments.

The agreement, signed in September 2025 in New Delhi, aims to provide a stable and transparent investment framework, strengthen investor confidence, and deepen bilateral trade and investment ties between the two countries.

Exp. Australia Clinches Record 7th ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Title

Australia clinched the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 title, defeating hosts England by 7 wickets in the final at Lord’s Cricket Ground, London, to claim a record-extending seventh championship.

Beth Mooney starred with 64 runs off 49 balls and was named Player of the Match as Australia successfully chased 151, finishing at 153/3 with 17 balls to spare.

Beth Mooney was also named Player of the Tournament, capping a dominant campaign as Australia reaffirmed their status as the most successful team in Women’s T20 World Cup history.

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

• Host- England
• Champions- Australia (Won a record 7th Women’s T20 World Cup title)
• Runners-up- England
• Participating Teams- 12
• Total Matches- 33
• Player of the Tournament- Beth Mooney
• Most Runs- Danni Wyatt-Hodge (302)
• Most Wickets- Shree Charani (14)

Exp. Charles Leclerc Wins 2026 British Grand Prix, Secures Ferrari’s Historic 250th Formula One Victory

Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) won the 2026 British Grand Prix held at Silverstone Circuit, United Kingdom.

The victory marked Ferrari’s historic 250th Formula One Grand Prix win, making it the first team to achieve this milestone.

Charles Leclerc, who hails from Monaco, secured the 9th Formula One race victory of his career.

2026 F1 Grand Prix Winner

• Austrian Grand Prix – George Russell (Britian)
• Barcelona-Catalunya Prix – Ferrari’ s Lewis Hamilton (Britain)
• Monaco Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Canadian Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Miami Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Japanese Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)

Exp. Padma Vibhushan Awardee and Legendary Pandavani Exponent Dr Teejan Bai Passes Away at 70

Padma Vibhushan awardee Dr Teejan Bai passed away at the age of 70 at AIIMS Raipur after a prolonged illness, marking the end of an era in Indian folk arts.

Born in Ganiyari village, Durg district (Chhattisgarh), she took the traditional Pandavani folk storytelling art to audiences across India and the world.

She broke social barriers by becoming one of the first women to perform the traditionally male-dominated Kapalik style of Pandavani, inspiring generations of folk artists.

She was honoured with the Padma Shri (1988), Padma Bhushan (2003), and Padma Vibhushan (2019) for her outstanding contribution to Indian folk culture and performing arts.

Exp. Rear Admiral (Retd.) C. Raghuram Appointed CMD of Hindustan Shipyard Limited

Rear Admiral (Retd.) C. Raghuram has assumed charge as the new Chairman and Managing Director of Hindustan Shipyard Limited.

He succeeded Captain Ganti Venkateswarlu, who had been holding the additional charge of CMD since January 2026.

About Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HAL)

• Established- 1941
• Ministry- Ministry of Defence
• Headquarters – Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• HSL is a ‘Miniratna Category-I’ Central Public enterprise.

Exp. Chandannagar’s Famous Jalbhara Sweet Receives Geographical Indication Tag

Jalbhara (Jalbhora Sandesh) from Chandannagar, Hooghly district, West Bengal, received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag on 26 June 2026, recognising its 220-year-old confectionery heritage.

Jalbhara is a traditional Bengali sweet made with a soft chhena shell filled with liquid rose syrup or nolen gur (date palm jaggery syrup), making it a unique culinary speciality of Chandannagar.

In India, GI registration is governed by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, and is administered by the Geographical Indications Registry, Chennai.

Exp. 7 July – World Chocolate Day

World Chocolate Day is observed every year on 7 July to celebrate one of the world’s most popular and beloved food products—chocolate.

The day is believed to mark the introduction of chocolate to Europe in 1550, making 7 July a symbolic date in chocolate’s global history.

Exp. 7 July – Global Forgiveness Day

Global Forgiveness Day is observed every year on 7 July to encourage people to forgive others, let go of resentment, and promote emotional healing.

The day highlights the importance of compassion, reconciliation, and peaceful relationships in families, communities, and society.