Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
Q1. Which country won the FIFA World Cup 2026 by defeating Argentina in the final?
A. France
B. Spain
C. Brazil
D. Germany
See: Daily Current Affairs 19-20 June 2026
Answer: B
Explanation:
Spain dethroned defending champions Argentina to win the FIFA World Cup 2026 final held in East Rutherford, New Jersey near New York. The Spanish players celebrated with the trophy after their victory on Sunday night. The match marked Spain’s triumph in the tournament.
Ferran Torres, who had earlier lit up Guwahati, was part of the victorious Spanish squad. The final was played before a large crowd at the New Jersey venue.
Q2. How many students are enrolled in the inaugural MBA batch (2026-28) of IIM Guwahati?
A. 40
B. 52
C. 60
D. 75
Answer: B
Explanation:
The first MBA batch (2026-28) of IIM Guwahati was inaugurated on 21 July 2026 at its transit campus in Tech City, Bongora, Kamrup. The inaugural batch has 52 students. IIM Ahmedabad will provide mentorship to the new institute.
IIM Guwahati is the 22nd IIM of the country and its permanent campus is coming up at Marabhita and Dighalkuchi Village in Kamrup over 574 bigha. The transit campus was upgraded by the Government of Assam with an investment of ₹39 crore.
Q3. Who became the first Indian President to visit Moldova?
A. Ram Nath Kovind
B. Pranab Mukherjee
C. Droupadi Murmu
D. Pratibha Patil
Answer: C
Explanation:
President Droupadi Murmu became the first Indian President to visit Moldova and held discussions with her counterpart Maia Sandu in Chisinau. Both sides agreed to promote greater trade and investment, strengthen resilient supply chains and improve connectivity. Economic cooperation was highlighted as a key pillar of the bilateral partnership.
Around 2,000 Indian nationals, including approximately 1,800 medical students, reside in Moldova. The visit is part of Murmu’s three-nation tour covering Moldova, Romania and North Macedonia.
Q4. Which Indian Super League club signed Spanish striker Ethyan Gonzalez on a one-year contract?
A. Mohun Bagan
B. Bengaluru FC
C. NorthEast United FC
D. Kerala Blasters
Answer: C
Explanation:
NorthEast United FC signed Spanish striker Ethyan Gonzalez on a one-year contract with an option to extend by another year. The 1.85-metre left-footed forward, born in 2002, joined from CD Tenerife of Spain’s second division. He is expected to strengthen the Highlanders’ attacking options.
Gonzalez has previous experience with UD Las Palmas and CD Tenerife and is known for his physical presence and aerial ability. Head coach Juan Pedro Benali expressed satisfaction at securing the striker’s services.
Q5. Which campaign was expanded by the youth-led non-profit Pawns to Kings on International Chess Day 2026?
A. Chess for All
B. From Screens to Squares
C. Mind Over Matter
D. Checkmate India
Answer: B
Explanation:
On International Chess Day 2026, the youth-led non-profit organisation Pawns to Kings announced the expansion of its flagship campaign ‘From Screens to Squares’. The initiative aims to encourage children to strike a healthier balance between screen time and activities that promote critical thinking, creativity and meaningful real-world engagement.
Founded by teenage chess champions Vihaan Upadhyay and Viraj Upadhyay, the organisation conducts workshops, school engagement programmes and community outreach. The campaign seeks to promote chess as an educational tool that helps develop concentration, patience and decision-making skills.
Daily Current Affairs 21 July 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune