The new year brings new opportunities and for competitive exam aspirants staying updated is the first step toward success. If you want to start 2026 on a strong note, today GK Quiz Today 8 May 2026 is the perfect way to sharpen your current affairs preparation. These questions are designed to reflect what really matters in exams.
This Latest Current Affairs Questions & Answers set covers important national and international events, government schemes, sports, awards, and economy-related updates. Based on recent exam trends, the quiz helps you understand how current affairs are asked in SSC, Banking, Railways, and other competitive exams, making your preparation more focused and effective.
Whether you are a beginner or revising for upcoming exams, this GK Quiz Today will boost your confidence and improve your accuracy. Practicing daily current affairs not only strengthens your general knowledge but also builds the habit of smart, exam-oriented learning exactly what toppers follow.
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GK Quiz Today, 8 May, 2026: Latest Current Affairs Questions & Answers
Q. Recently, when was ‘International Firefighters’ Day’ observed?
a. May 2
b. May 4
c. May 3
d. None of these
Correct Answer: b. May 4
Q. Recently, who won the Women’s Singles title at the Madrid Open 2026?
a. A. Potapova
b. Mirra Andreeva
c. Marta Kostyuk
d. None of these
Correct Answer: c. Marta Kostyuk
Q. Recently, who has been appointed as the new Chairman of Prasar Bharati?
a. Nikhil Tandon
b. Prasoon Joshi
c. Sikandar Kumar
d. None of these
Correct Answer: b. Prasoon Joshi
Q. Recently, in which country does the Magdalena River—which has been in the news due to a rapidly growing population of aggressive hippos—flow?
a. Brazil
b. Venezuela
c. Colombia
d. None of these
Correct Answer: c. Colombia
Q. Recently, which country announced the launch of ‘Project Freedom’?
a. Japan
b. Singapore
c. Australia
d. USA
Correct Answer: d. USA
Q. Recently, where was the ‘North Tech Symposium’ inaugurated?
a. Chennai
b. Prayagraj
c. Kolkata
d. None of these
Correct Answer: b. Prayagraj
Q. Recently, in which country did the Mayon Volcano erupt?
a. Japan
b. Indonesia
c. Philippines
d. None of these
Correct Answer: c. Philippines
Q. Recently, in which country did Vikram Doraiswami assume charge as India’s new Ambassador?
a. Russia
b. France
c. China
d. None of these
Correct Answer: c. China
Q. Who recently won the title of the ‘Uber Cup 2026’, held in Denmark?
a. China
b. South Korea
c. Denmark
d. None of the above
Correct Answer: b. South Korea
Q. The former Formula-1 driver and Paralympic gold medalist Alex Zanardi, who recently passed away, belonged to which country?
a. Italy
b. France
c. Germany
d. None of the above
Correct Answer: a. Italy
Q. Which AIIMS recently achieved a major breakthrough in the treatment of severe spinal deformities?
a. AIIMS Rishikesh
b. AIIMS Patna
c. AIIMS Delhi
d. None of the above
Correct Answer: c. AIIMS Delhi
Q. Which space company recently successfully launched its satellite mission ‘Drishti’ using the ‘Falcon 9’ rocket?
a. Skyroot
b. GalaxEye
c. Agnikul Cosmos
d. None of the above
Correct Answer: b. GalaxEye
Conclusion
Today’s GK Quiz 8 May 2026 covered the most important current affairs questions that are highly relevant for SSC, RRB, Group D, Banking and other competitive exams Regular practice of these daily quizzes w ill help you stay updated improve your accuracy and strengthen your overall exam preparation Keep revising daily stay consistent and continue solving more GK quizzes to score higher in your upcoming exams.