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Exercise : International - Latest Current Affairs
  • International - Latest Current Affairs
1.
Which US state declared a disaster emergency in October 2026 in response to rising measles cases?
California
New York
Texas
Florida
Answer: Option
Explanation:
New York declared a statewide disaster emergency on October 5, 2026, in response to rising measles cases. Governor Kathy Hochul issued the emergency order to strengthen public health measures and expand access to measles testing and vaccination. The order was scheduled to remain in effect until November 4, 2026. It expanded the roles of healthcare professionals, allowing registered nurses to order measles testing and pharmacists to administer the MMR vaccine to children aged two years and older. The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella. These measures aim to improve vaccination access, particularly in rural and under-immunised communities.

2.
Which country joined the United States and 13 other economies in a joint ministerial statement to address global excess capacity in key manufacturing industries?
Japan
Australia
India
Germany
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India joined the United States and 13 other economies in a joint ministerial statement aimed at addressing structural excess capacity in key manufacturing industries. The statement was issued by the US Trade Representative on October 7, 2026, following discussions at the G20 Trade Ministerial in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The participating economies identified sectors such as automobiles, electric vehicles, batteries, chemicals, foundational semiconductors and solar panels as areas of concern. They agreed to strengthen cooperation, exchange non-confidential information and examine measures to reduce market distortions caused by non-market policies. The initiative aims to protect fair competition, support investment and reduce negative effects on international trade and employment.

3.
Who assumed office as India’s judge on the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) in Hamburg, Germany, on October 1, 2026?
Dalveer Bhandari
Neeru Chadha
Abhijit Das
Bimal Patel
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Bimal Patel assumed office as a judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) in Hamburg, Germany, on October 1, 2026. He was elected for a nine-year term after securing 115 votes out of 168 valid ballots during the election held at the United Nations headquarters in New York. Patel succeeded Neeru Chadha, whose tenure ended on September 30, 2026. Before his appointment, he served as Vice Chancellor of Rashtriya Raksha University in Gujarat, was a member of the National Security Advisory Board and served on the United Nations International Law Commission. ITLOS is an independent judicial body that resolves disputes concerning the interpretation and application of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

4.
Which country exchanged two MoUs with India to strengthen cooperation in science, education and agriculture?
Ethiopia
Côte d’Ivoire
Ghana
Nigeria
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Ghana exchanged two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with India to strengthen cooperation in scientific research, education, agriculture and capacity building. The agreements were exchanged during External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar’s visit to Ghana. One MoU involves the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) and the University of Ghana, focusing on academic cooperation, scientific research and capacity building. The other involves the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Ghana’s CSIR-Crops Research Institute, covering agricultural research and education. These agreements further strengthen the India-Ghana Comprehensive Partnership and contribute to broader South-South cooperation in areas such as technology, development and knowledge sharing.

5.
Which country hosted the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in October 2026?
Tanzania
Kenya
Rwanda
Uganda
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Tanzania hosted the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), held in Arusha from October 5 to 9, 2026. The Indian Parliamentary Delegation was led by Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Shri Harivansh. The assembly focused on enhancing good governance and empowering communities through inclusivity, trust and opportunities for all. Indian parliamentarians participated in the Governing Council, General Debate and discussions on global issues. Key areas included artificial intelligence and the future of work, international security, counter-terrorism, maritime security, climate change, critical minerals and sustainable development. The IPU, established in 1889, is the global organisation of national parliaments.