2 July 2026 Current Affairs MCQ | Top 20 Headlines | Daily One-Liner for Exams
Welcome to your daily current affairs update for 2 July, 2026 MCQ . This video covers all important national and international events in a crisp one-liner format – ideal for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, State PCS, and other competitive exams.
Daily Current Affairs MCQs – 2 July 2026
Q1. How many startups were selected in the 8th Youth Co National Innovation Challenge 2026 ?
A. Four
B. Five
C. Six
D. Eight
Answer: C. Six
Explanation: Six youth-led startups were selected for developing innovative and scalable solutions to address sustainability and social development challenges.
Q2. AIR SUVIDHA 2.0 was jointly launched by the Ministry of Civil Aviation and:
A. Airports Authority of India (AAI)
B. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)
C. Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL)
D. Air India
Answer: C. Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL)
Explanation: AIR SUVIDHA 2.0 is an upgraded digital Passenger Health Self-Declaration Portal launched by MoCA and DIAL to strengthen health surveillance at international airports.
Q3. Which state approved the development of India's first offshore airport ?
A. Gujarat
B. Kerala
C. Maharashtra
D. Tamil Nadu
Answer: C. Maharashtra
Explanation: Maharashtra approved India's first offshore airport to significantly enhance aviation infrastructure and connectivity.
Q4. Samagra Shishu Bal Swasthya Karyakram (SSBSK) was launched by:
A. Narendra Modi
B. Jagat Prakash Nadda
C. Amit Shah
D. Mansukh Mandaviya
Answer: B. Jagat Prakash Nadda
Explanation: Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launched SSBSK during the 16th Central Council of Health and Family Welfare meeting to strengthen child healthcare.
Q5. Ayushman Sarathi is:
A. A telemedicine platform
B. A mobile vaccination app
C. The official WhatsApp chatbot for AB-PMJAY
D. A health insurance card
Answer: C. The official WhatsApp chatbot for AB-PMJAY
Explanation: Ayushman Sarathi provides citizens with easy digital access to information and services under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana.
Q6. The Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) has been established under which ministry?
A. Ministry of Defence
B. Ministry of Home Affairs
C. Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
D. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Answer: C. Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Explanation: The Bureau of Port Security was created to strengthen security, surveillance, and coordination at Indian ports.
Q7. Which two states signed the agreement for the Yamuna Water Project ?
A. Punjab and Haryana
B. Rajasthan and Haryana
C. Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh
D. Delhi and Haryana
Answer: B. Rajasthan and Haryana
Explanation: The agreement aims to improve water sharing and regional water resource management between the two states.
Q8. India won how many medals at the Global Skills Challenge Australia 2026 ?
A. Three
B. Four
C. Five
D. Six
Answer: C. Five
Explanation: India secured three gold, one silver, and one bronze medal, demonstrating excellence in vocational skills.
Q9. World Sports Journalists Day is observed every year on:
A. 1 July
B. 2 July
C. 5 July
D. 10 July
Answer: B. 2 July
Explanation: The day recognizes the contribution of sports journalists in promoting sports and delivering responsible sports coverage.
Q10. World UFO Day is celebrated annually on:
A. 21 June
B. 30 June
C. 2 July
D. 5 July
Answer: C. 2 July
Explanation: World UFO Day promotes scientific discussion on unidentified aerial phenomena and the search for extraterrestrial life.
Q11. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman visited which country to strengthen strategic and economic cooperation?
A. Germany
B. Italy
C. France
D. Japan
Answer: C. France
Explanation: Her visit focused on enhancing the India–France Strategic Partnership in trade, investment, technology, and innovation.
Q12. PayGlocal introduced which new payment feature?
A. UPI Global Transfer
B. Google Pay Card Payments
C. Bharat BillPay International
D. Digital Rupee Wallet
Answer: B. Google Pay Card Payments
Explanation: The feature enables smoother international digital card payments for Indian merchants.
Q13. Kakinada Cooperative Town Bank achieved which status after crossing ₹2,000 crore in deposits?
A. Tier-I UCB
B. Tier-II UCB
C. Tier-III UCB
D. Scheduled Commercial Bank
Answer: C. Tier-III UCB
Explanation: The bank attained Tier-III Urban Cooperative Bank status under RBI norms.
Q14. The inaugural trial run of the Etihad Rail passenger service was conducted in:
A. Saudi Arabia
B. Oman
C. United Arab Emirates
D. Qatar
Answer: C. United Arab Emirates
Explanation: The passenger train operated between Fujairah and Mohamed bin Zayed City in Abu Dhabi.
Q15. Who assumed charge as the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC) ?
A. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit
B. Air Marshal Tejinder Singh
C. Lt Gen Sandeep Jain
D. Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi
Answer: B. Air Marshal Tejinder Singh
Explanation: Air Marshal Tejinder Singh assumed the office of CISC on 1 July 2026.
Q16. Who became the Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS) ?
A. Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi
B. Lt Gen Sandeep Jain
C. Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani
D. Lt Gen Mohit Malhotra
Answer: B. Lt Gen Sandeep Jain
Explanation: Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain assumed charge as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff.
Q17. Ravi Agrawal was reappointed as the Chairman of:
A. SEBI
B. CBDT
C. CBIC
D. NITI Aayog
Answer: B. CBDT
Explanation: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet reappointed Ravi Agrawal as Chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes for six months from 1 July 2026.
Q18. Who assumed office as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) ?
A. Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh
B. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit
C. Air Marshal Tejinder Singh
D. Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari
Answer: B. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit
Explanation: Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit took charge as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force.
Q19. RIMPAC 2026 is hosted by:
A. Royal Australian Navy
B. Indian Navy
C. United States Navy
D. Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force
Answer: C. United States Navy
Explanation: RIMPAC (Rim of the Pacific) is the world's largest multinational maritime warfare exercise, hosted by the U.S. Navy in Hawaii.
Q20. Which new digital initiatives were launched by Union Home Minister Amit Shah ?
A. DigiLocker 2.0 and e-Passport
B. FCRA 2.0 Portal