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Practice Daily Current Affairs 13 July 2026 with important GK questions, answers, explanations, answer key and revision notes for SSC, Banking, Railway and other exams.

Daily Current Affairs for 13 July 2026 are important for SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence, State PCS and other competitive exams. This article includes important Daily GK MCQs with answers, explanations, quick revision notes and exam-wise preparation tips.

Daily Current Affairs 13 July 2026: Overview

This Daily Current Affairs set is designed for aspirants who want quick revision before attempting mock tests. The questions cover important areas that commonly appear in General Awareness, Banking Awareness and Current Affairs sections.

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Date13 July 2026
Total Questions50
Question TypeMultiple Choice Questions
Useful ForSSC, Banking, Railway, Defence, State Exams and General Competitive Exams
Practice PlatformExamCook Daily GK and Mock Tests

Why Daily Current Affairs Matter

Current Affairs questions are frequently asked in competitive exams because they test awareness of recent national, international, economic, sports, awards, appointments and government-related developments. Daily practice helps candidates improve retention and reduces last-minute revision pressure.

Today’s Key Revision Areas

  • National and international current affairs
  • Government schemes and policy-related updates
  • Economy, banking and financial awareness
  • Awards, appointments and important personalities
  • Sports, science, technology and environment updates
  • Static GK connected with recent news

Daily Current Affairs MCQs: 13 July 2026

Practice the following questions carefully. Read the explanation after each answer to understand the context behind the fact.

Q1. India’s total exports during April-June 2026-27 were estimated at how much?

  1. US$ 132.73 billion
  2. US$ 202.73 billion
  3. US$ 232.73 billion
  4. US$ 270.15 billion

Correct Answer: C. US$ 232.73 billion

Explanation: India’s cumulative exports during April-June 2026-27 were estimated at US$ 232.73 billion.

Q2. India’s cumulative exports during April-June 2026-27 registered what growth?

  1. 7.37%
  2. 9.48%
  3. 11.37%
  4. 17.55%

Correct Answer: C. 11.37%

Explanation: India’s cumulative exports grew by 11.37% during April-June 2026-27.

Q3. India’s total imports during April-June 2026-27 were estimated at how much?

  1. US$ 208.98 billion
  2. US$ 232.73 billion
  3. US$ 270.15 billion
  4. US$ 300.15 billion

Correct Answer: C. US$ 270.15 billion

Explanation: India’s cumulative imports during April-June 2026-27 were estimated at US$ 270.15 billion.

Q4. Merchandise exports during April-June 2026-27 stood at how much?

  1. US$ 103.41 billion
  2. US$ 129.32 billion
  3. US$ 216.18 billion
  4. US$ 270.15 billion

Correct Answer: B. US$ 129.32 billion

Explanation: Merchandise exports during April-June 2026-27 were US$ 129.32 billion.

Q5. Services exports during April-June 2026-27 were estimated at how much?

  1. US$ 53.97 billion
  2. US$ 73.45 billion
  3. US$ 103.41 billion
  4. US$ 129.32 billion

Correct Answer: C. US$ 103.41 billion

Explanation: Services exports during April-June 2026-27 were estimated at US$ 103.41 billion.

Q6. India’s total exports in June 2026 were estimated at how much?

  1. US$ 40.41 billion
  2. US$ 73.45 billion
  3. US$ 88.76 billion
  4. US$ 232.73 billion

Correct Answer: B. US$ 73.45 billion

Explanation: India’s total exports in June 2026 were estimated at US$ 73.45 billion.

Q7. India’s total imports in June 2026 were estimated at how much?

  1. US$ 67.09 billion
  2. US$ 70.84 billion
  3. US$ 88.76 billion
  4. US$ 103.41 billion

Correct Answer: C. US$ 88.76 billion

Explanation: India’s total imports in June 2026 were estimated at US$ 88.76 billion.

Q8. Merchandise exports in June 2026 stood at how much?

  1. US$ 33.03 billion
  2. US$ 40.41 billion
  3. US$ 70.84 billion
  4. US$ 88.76 billion

Correct Answer: B. US$ 40.41 billion

Explanation: Merchandise exports in June 2026 were US$ 40.41 billion.

Q9. Which sector was listed among major drivers of merchandise export growth in June 2026?

  1. Gems and Jewellery
  2. Coal mining
  3. Insurance only
  4. Tourism only

Correct Answer: A. Gems and Jewellery

Explanation: Gems and Jewellery was one of the major drivers of export growth in June 2026.

Q10. Engineering goods exports in June 2026 increased by approximately what percentage?

  1. 10.74%
  2. 15.74%
  3. 20.74%
  4. 30.74%

Correct Answer: C. 20.74%

Explanation: Engineering goods exports increased by 20.74% in June 2026.

Q11. Electronic goods exports in June 2026 increased by approximately what percentage?

  1. 8.93%
  2. 18.93%
  3. 28.93%
  4. 38.93%

Correct Answer: B. 18.93%

Explanation: Electronic goods exports increased by 18.93% in June 2026.

Q12. Rice exports in June 2026 increased by approximately what percentage?

  1. 6.48%
  2. 11.48%
  3. 16.48%
  4. 26.48%

Correct Answer: C. 16.48%

Explanation: Rice exports increased by 16.48% in June 2026.

Q13. India’s services trade surplus during April-June 2026-27 was estimated at how much?

  1. US$ 19.43 billion
  2. US$ 29.43 billion
  3. US$ 39.43 billion
  4. US$ 49.43 billion

Correct Answer: D. US$ 49.43 billion

Explanation: Services trade surplus during April-June 2026-27 was US$ 49.43 billion.

Q14. Which ministry released the June 2026 trade data?

  1. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
  2. Ministry of Defence
  3. Ministry of Agriculture
  4. Ministry of Education

Correct Answer: A. Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Explanation: The trade data was released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

Q15. India’s CPI inflation for June 2026 was reported at what rate?

  1. 3.38%
  2. 4.38%
  3. 5.38%
  4. 6.38%

Correct Answer: B. 4.38%

Explanation: Retail inflation based on CPI was 4.38% in June 2026.

Q16. The June 2026 CPI was released on which base year?

  1. 2011=100
  2. 2012=100
  3. 2024=100
  4. 2026=100

Correct Answer: C. 2024=100

Explanation: The June 2026 CPI was released on base 2024=100.

Q17. Food inflation based on CFPI in June 2026 was what?

  1. 3.32%
  2. 4.32%
  3. 5.32%
  4. 6.32%

Correct Answer: C. 5.32%

Explanation: Food inflation based on CFPI was 5.32% in June 2026.

Q18. Rural CPI inflation in June 2026 was reported at what rate?

  1. 3.74%
  2. 4.74%
  3. 5.74%
  4. 6.74%

Correct Answer: B. 4.74%

Explanation: Rural CPI inflation was 4.74% in June 2026.

Q19. Urban CPI inflation in June 2026 was reported at what rate?

  1. 2.92%
  2. 3.92%
  3. 4.92%
  4. 5.92%

Correct Answer: B. 3.92%

Explanation: Urban CPI inflation was 3.92% in June 2026.

Q20. Housing inflation in June 2026 was reported at what rate?

  1. 1.10%
  2. 2.10%
  3. 3.10%
  4. 4.10%

Correct Answer: B. 2.10%

Explanation: Housing inflation for June 2026 was 2.10%.

Q21. Which item had very high inflation of 133.21% in June 2026?

  1. Potato
  2. Silver Jewellery
  3. Cumin
  4. Motor car and jeep

Correct Answer: B. Silver Jewellery

Explanation: Silver Jewellery recorded 133.21% inflation in June 2026.

Q22. Which food item recorded 50.41% inflation in June 2026?

  1. Ginger
  2. Potato
  3. Peas
  4. Rice

Correct Answer: A. Ginger

Explanation: Ginger recorded 50.41% inflation in June 2026.

Q23. Which item recorded negative inflation of -20.34% in June 2026?

  1. Potato
  2. Tomato
  3. Gold Jewellery
  4. Raisin

Correct Answer: A. Potato

Explanation: Potato recorded -20.34% inflation in June 2026.

Q24. Which organisation releases official CPI data in India?

  1. NSO under MoSPI
  2. RBI only
  3. SEBI
  4. NABARD

Correct Answer: A. NSO under MoSPI

Explanation: CPI data is released by NSO under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.

Q25. CPI for July 2026 is scheduled to be released on which date?

  1. 31 July 2026
  2. 1 August 2026
  3. 12 August 2026
  4. 15 September 2026

Correct Answer: C. 12 August 2026

Explanation: CPI for July 2026 is scheduled to be released on 12 August 2026.

Q26. India and Japan held their 8th Defence Policy Dialogue in which city?

  1. New Delhi
  2. Tokyo
  3. Osaka
  4. Mumbai

Correct Answer: B. Tokyo

Explanation: The 8th India-Japan Defence Policy Dialogue was held in Tokyo.

Q27. The 8th India-Japan Defence Policy Dialogue was held on which date?

  1. 10 July 2026
  2. 11 July 2026
  3. 12 July 2026
  4. 13 July 2026

Correct Answer: D. 13 July 2026

Explanation: The dialogue was held on 13 July 2026.

Q28. Who led the Indian delegation at the 8th India-Japan Defence Policy Dialogue?

  1. Rajesh Kumar Singh
  2. Rajnath Singh
  3. Ajit Doval
  4. S. Jaishankar

Correct Answer: A. Rajesh Kumar Singh

Explanation: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh led the Indian delegation.

Q29. Who led the Japanese delegation at the 8th India-Japan Defence Policy Dialogue?

  1. Kano Koji
  2. Shinjiro Koizumi
  3. Fumio Kishida
  4. Yoshihide Suga

Correct Answer: A. Kano Koji

Explanation: Vice Minister of Defence for International Affairs Kano Koji led the Japanese delegation.

Q30. India and Japan reiterated commitment to which region?

  1. Indo-Pacific
  2. Arctic
  3. Caribbean
  4. Central Asia only

Correct Answer: A. Indo-Pacific

Explanation: India and Japan reiterated commitment to a free, open and rules-based Indo-Pacific.

Q31. The India-Japan defence dialogue reviewed cooperation in which area?

  1. Maritime cooperation
  2. School education
  3. GST reform
  4. Crop insurance

Correct Answer: A. Maritime cooperation

Explanation: Maritime cooperation was one of the areas reviewed.

Q32. India-Japan defence cooperation is part of which partnership?

  1. Special Strategic and Global Partnership
  2. Limited Trade Partnership
  3. Informal Partnership
  4. Defence-Only Partnership

Correct Answer: A. Special Strategic and Global Partnership

Explanation: India and Japan reaffirmed their Special Strategic and Global Partnership.

Q33. Which emerging domain was discussed in the India-Japan defence dialogue?

  1. Cyber security
  2. Food subsidy
  3. Electoral bonds
  4. Rural housing

Correct Answer: A. Cyber security

Explanation: Cyber security was among the emerging domains discussed.

Q34. Defence Secretary called on which Japanese Defence Minister?

  1. Shinjiro Koizumi
  2. Kano Koji
  3. Fumio Kishida
  4. Yoshihide Suga

Correct Answer: A. Shinjiro Koizumi

Explanation: Defence Secretary called on Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi.

Q35. NIDAR 2.0 was launched by MeitY in collaboration with which body?

  1. Drone Federation India
  2. ISRO
  3. DRDO
  4. NITI Aayog

Correct Answer: A. Drone Federation India

Explanation: NIDAR 2.0 was launched by MeitY with Drone Federation India.

  1. Drone innovation
  2. Textile exports
  3. Banking deposits
  4. Wildlife protection

Correct Answer: A. Drone innovation

Explanation: NIDAR 2.0 is a drone innovation and research challenge.

Q37. NIDAR 2.0 was launched under which initiative?

  1. SwaYaan
  2. PM-KISAN
  3. PM SVANidhi
  4. BharatNet

Correct Answer: A. SwaYaan

Explanation: NIDAR 2.0 was launched under the SwaYaan initiative.

Q38. NIDAR stands for what?

  1. National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research
  2. National Institute for Digital Agriculture Reform
  3. New India Defence Aviation Registry
  4. National Innovation Data and Research

Correct Answer: A. National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research

Explanation: NIDAR stands for National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research.

Q39. NIDAR 2.0 challenges students to build drones powered by which Indian-made processor?

  1. VEGA processor
  2. Intel Core
  3. Snapdragon
  4. Apple M-series

Correct Answer: A. VEGA processor

Explanation: NIDAR 2.0 focuses on drones powered by the VEGA processor.

Q40. VEGA processor was developed under which programme?

  1. Digital India RISC-V
  2. Digital India Land Records
  3. National Quantum Mission
  4. PM Gati Shakti

Correct Answer: A. Digital India RISC-V

Explanation: VEGA was developed under the Digital India RISC-V programme.

Q41. The VEGA processor is designed by which organisation?

  1. C-DAC
  2. RBI
  3. SEBI
  4. CCI

Correct Answer: A. C-DAC

Explanation: VEGA is designed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing.

Q42. NIDAR 2.0 offers a prize pool of over how much?

  1. Rs 25 lakh
  2. Rs 40 lakh
  3. Rs 65 lakh
  4. Rs 1 crore

Correct Answer: C. Rs 65 lakh

Explanation: NIDAR 2.0 offers a prize pool of over Rs 65 lakh.

Q43. Track 1 of NIDAR 2.0 focuses on what?

  1. Drone Innovation
  2. Postal Reform
  3. GST Compliance
  4. Textile Waste

Correct Answer: A. Drone Innovation

Explanation: Track 1 focuses on Drone Innovation.

Q44. Track 2 of NIDAR 2.0 focuses on what?

  1. Component Innovation
  2. Urban Housing
  3. Banking Audit
  4. Fisheries

Correct Answer: A. Component Innovation

Explanation: Track 2 focuses on Component Innovation.

Q45. SwaYaan initiative was approved by MeitY with an outlay of approximately how much?

  1. Rs 29.87 crore
  2. Rs 49.87 crore
  3. Rs 69.87 crore
  4. Rs 89.87 crore

Correct Answer: D. Rs 89.87 crore

Explanation: SwaYaan was approved with an outlay of about Rs 89.87 crore.

Q46. SwaYaan has trained more than how many people so far?

  1. 11,000
  2. 31,000
  3. 51,000
  4. 91,000

Correct Answer: C. 51,000

Explanation: SwaYaan has trained more than 51,000 people.

Q47. MeitY released the 2nd Digital Threat Report for which sector?

  1. BFSI sector
  2. Textile sector
  3. Agriculture sector
  4. Tourism sector

Correct Answer: A. BFSI sector

Explanation: The report is for India’s BFSI and payments ecosystem.

Q48. BFSI stands for what?

  1. Banking, Financial Services and Insurance
  2. Bharat Financial Security Initiative
  3. Banking Fund and Savings Index
  4. Basic Financial Service Interface

Correct Answer: A. Banking, Financial Services and Insurance

Explanation: BFSI stands for Banking, Financial Services and Insurance.

Q49. Which organisations collaborated with MeitY on the Digital Threat Report?

  1. CERT-In, CSIRT-Fin and SISA
  2. ISRO, DRDO and HAL
  3. RBI, SEBI and NABARD only
  4. CAG, ECI and UPSC

Correct Answer: A. CERT-In, CSIRT-Fin and SISA

Explanation: MeitY released the report with CERT-In, CSIRT-Fin and SISA.

Q50. CERT-In is India’s national nodal agency for what?

  1. Cyber security incidents
  2. Weather forecasting
  3. Banking licences
  4. Defence exports

Correct Answer: A. Cyber security incidents

Explanation: CERT-In responds to and coordinates cyber security incidents.

Answer Key: Daily Current Affairs 13 July 2026

Use this answer key for quick revision after attempting all questions.

Question No.Correct Answer
Q1C. US$ 232.73 billion
Q2C. 11.37%
Q3C. US$ 270.15 billion
Q4B. US$ 129.32 billion
Q5C. US$ 103.41 billion
Q6B. US$ 73.45 billion
Q7C. US$ 88.76 billion
Q8B. US$ 40.41 billion
Q9A. Gems and Jewellery
Q10C. 20.74%
Q11B. 18.93%
Q12C. 16.48%
Q13D. US$ 49.43 billion
Q14A. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Q15B. 4.38%
Q16C. 2024=100
Q17C. 5.32%
Q18B. 4.74%
Q19B. 3.92%
Q20B. 2.10%
Q21B. Silver Jewellery
Q22A. Ginger
Q23A. Potato
Q24A. NSO under MoSPI
Q25C. 12 August 2026
Q26B. Tokyo
Q27D. 13 July 2026
Q28A. Rajesh Kumar Singh
Q29A. Kano Koji
Q30A. Indo-Pacific
Q31A. Maritime cooperation
Q32A. Special Strategic and Global Partnership
Q33A. Cyber security
Q34A. Shinjiro Koizumi
Q35A. Drone Federation India
Q36A. Drone innovation
Q37A. SwaYaan
Q38A. National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research
Q39A. VEGA processor
Q40A. Digital India RISC-V
Q41A. C-DAC
Q42C. Rs 65 lakh
Q43A. Drone Innovation
Q44A. Component Innovation
Q45D. Rs 89.87 crore
Q46C. 51,000
Q47A. BFSI sector
Q48A. Banking, Financial Services and Insurance
Q49A. CERT-In, CSIRT-Fin and SISA
Q50A. Cyber security incidents

Important Takeaways for Revision

  • Revise current affairs daily instead of waiting for monthly compilations.
  • Focus on facts that are connected with government schemes, reports, indices, appointments and economic updates.
  • For Banking exams, give extra attention to RBI, monetary policy, banking terms, financial institutions and economy updates.
  • For SSC and Railway exams, combine current affairs with static GK for better recall.
  • Attempt mock tests after reading Daily GK to check how much you remember.

Exam-wise Importance of Daily Current Affairs

SSC Exams

In SSC exams, Current Affairs supports the General Awareness section. Candidates should revise recent events along with static GK, history, geography, polity, economy and science.

Banking Exams

In Banking exams, Current Affairs is often linked with banking awareness, financial awareness, RBI updates, government schemes, budget, economy and important appointments.

Railway Exams

Railway exams usually include General Awareness questions. Daily GK practice helps candidates revise important events and static GK topics connected with recent developments.

Defence and State Exams

Defence and State-level exams also include Current Affairs questions. Regular practice improves confidence and helps aspirants revise facts in a structured manner.

How to Revise Daily Current Affairs Effectively

  • Read the question first and try to answer before checking the solution.
  • Write down difficult facts in a short revision notebook.
  • Revise the answer key after 24 hours to improve retention.
  • Attempt Daily GK quizzes regularly on ExamCook.
  • Take weekly mock tests to convert GK reading into exam performance.

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FAQs on Daily Current Affairs

Is Daily Current Affairs useful for SSC exams?

Yes. Daily Current Affairs helps candidates prepare for the General Awareness section of SSC exams. It should be revised along with static GK.

Is Daily GK important for Banking exams?

Yes. Banking exams regularly include current affairs related to economy, finance, RBI, banking awareness, schemes and appointments.

How many Daily Current Affairs questions should I practice?

Practicing 20 to 50 quality questions daily is useful for regular revision. Candidates should focus on understanding the explanation, not only memorising the answer.

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Final Revision Note

Daily Current Affairs preparation becomes powerful when it is combined with regular mock tests. Read the questions, revise explanations and practice consistently on ExamCook to improve your exam readiness.