📰 Daily Current Affairs | 25 June 2026
PM Modi Offers Assistance After Venezuela Earthquake
Magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 | Caracas | Delcy Rodriguez | India–Venezuela Relations
Two earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck western Venezuela on 24 June 2026. The epicentres were reported near Montalbán and Yumare, west of Caracas, and damage was reported in the Venezuelan capital.
🌍 Earthquake Basics
An earthquake is a sudden shaking of the Earth's crust caused by the release of energy along faults or plate boundaries. Magnitude is measured on seismic scales, and a magnitude 7.0 or higher is classified as a major earthquake.
⚠️ Damage and Emergency Response
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez declared a state of emergency in Venezuela on 25 June 2026. The main international airport at Maiquetia was closed after severe damage, and early reports mentioned at least 32 deaths and hundreds of injuries. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) estimated that fatalities from the earthquakes could range from 10,000 to 100,000. Collapsed buildings were reported in Caracas.
🇮🇳 India's Response
On 25 June 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences to the government and people of Venezuela. He stated that India stands ready to extend all possible assistance to Venezuela during the disaster period.
🌐 International Assistance
United States President Donald Trump also pledged aid after the earthquakes. International disaster assistance often includes rescue teams, medical supplies, temporary shelters, and logistics support.
⭐ Important Facts for Exams
- Venezuela is a country in northern South America with Caracas as its capital.
- The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is a scientific agency of the United States that monitors earthquakes and natural hazards.
- Maiquetia is the location of the main international airport serving Caracas, Venezuela.
- Delcy Rodríguez served as the acting President of Venezuela during the crisis.
- A magnitude 7.0 or higher is classified as a major earthquake on the Richter scale.
- Two earthquake epicentres — near Montalbán and Yumare — were reported on 24 June 2026.
📝 Practice Questions
Q1. What was the magnitude of the stronger earthquake that struck Venezuela on 24 June 2026?
a) 6.5 b) 7.0 c) 7.5 d) 8.0
✅ Correct Answer: c) 7.5
Q2. Which is the capital of Venezuela?
a) Lima b) Bogotá c) Caracas d) Quito
✅ Correct Answer: c) Caracas
Q3. What is the USGS?
a) UN Security Geological Survey b) United States Geological Survey c) Universal Science Geophysics Survey d) US Government Seismic System
✅ Correct Answer: b) United States Geological Survey
Q4. Who is Delcy Rodríguez?
a) President of Colombia b) UN Secretary General c) Acting President of Venezuela d) President of Ecuador
✅ Correct Answer: c) Acting President of Venezuela
Q5. What is the location of Venezuela's main international airport?
a) Valencia b) Maracaibo c) Maiquetia d) Barquisimeto
✅ Correct Answer: c) Maiquetia
