Current Affairs Free Quiz for June 5, 2026

Q1. The Union Cabinet approved a Rs 9,585 crore scheme to replace over 2 lakh old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR with cleaner or electric vehicles. Who is heading the Empowered Committee to oversee the implementation of this scheme?

Q2. To protect Indian airlines from highly volatile global fuel prices caused by the West-Asia conflict, the Union Cabinet approved a brand-new Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) Price Stabilisation Fund. What is the total one-time budget approved for this?

Q3. The Government of India has expanded its smart QR code tagging initiative for FCI foodgrain bags to enable end-to-end tracking and prevent bag recycling. Which three states are covered under this newly expanded phase?

Q4. Five new countries were recently elected as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council (UNSC) for a two-year term starting in 2027. Which of these countries has achieved its first-ever term on the council since joining the UN in 1992?

Q5. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Standard Chartered Bank have signed a strategic agreement to strengthen supply chain finance in India. Which hub will host their Risk Participation Arrangement (RPA) for USD-denominated trade transactions?

Q6. In its June 2026 Economic Outlook report, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) upgraded its GDP growth forecast for India for the Financial Year 2026-27 (FY27). What is the new projected growth rate?

Q7. Legendary footballer Lionel Messi recently won the prestigious Princess of Asturias Award for Sports 2026, becoming the first individual football player to earn this honor. Which country presents this global award?

Q8. In a major political development in Karnataka, who was recently sworn in as the 25th Chief Minister of the state, officially succeeding Siddaramaiah?

Q9. Global digital payments giant Visa recently launched its premium ‘Infinitely More’ campaign in India to capture experience-led lifestyles. Whom did Visa appoint as its official brand ambassador for the Indian market?

Q10. Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan recently released a new governance book titled “When Audit Matters: CAG Interventions That Made a Difference”. Who is the editor of this book?