Daily Current Affairs Quiz 26 September 2026: 15 Important GK MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking & Railways Exams

Question 1

The Make in India initiative completed 12 years in September 2026. How many sectors are covered under Make in India 2.0?

Accepted Answer

27 sectors - The Make in India initiative completed 12 years on 25 September 2026 . Make in India 2.0 covers 27 sectors , comprising 15 manufacturing sectors and 12 services sectors . • Launch date → 25 September 2014 • Major objective → develop India as a global manufacturing, design and innovation hub • Domestic defence production reached Rs 1.78 lakh crore in FY2025-26 Static GK link: The manufacturing ecosystem is supported by programmes such as the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes, PM GatiShakti , the National Single Window System and the India Industrial Land Bank .

Question 2

Under DDU-GKY 2.0, around how many rural youth are expected to begin skill training across 24 States and Union Territories from October 2026?

Accepted Answer

70,000 - Around 70,000 rural youth across 24 States and Union Territories are expected to begin skill training under DDU-GKY 2.0 from October 2026. The scheme marked its 12th anniversary on 25 September 2026. • Expected batches → 2,015 • Minimum training duration → 576 hours • Minimum placement duration → six months • Retention support after 365 days of employment → Rs 5,000 Static GK link: DDU-GKY stands for Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya Yojana. It was launched on 25 September 2014 and functions under the Ministry of Rural Development as a placement-linked rural skill-development programme.

Question 3

PFRDA's operational guidelines for NPS Swasthya permit entry into the health-linked pension scheme within which age range?

Accepted Answer

18-70 years - The operational guidelines issued by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) specify an entry age of 18-70 years for NPS Swasthya . Renewal is permitted up to a maximum age of 85 years , subject to applicable terms. • The scheme includes an NPS Swasthya Investment Account and a Super Top-up • Initial minimum investment contribution → Rs 1,000 • Minimum subsequent contribution → Rs 10 • Family floater covers the subscriber, spouse and up to two dependent children Static GK link: PFRDA regulates India's pension sector and administers the regulatory framework governing the National Pension System (NPS) .

Question 4

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport secured which rank in the OAG Megahubs 2026 international connectivity ranking?

Accepted Answer

28th - Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport ranked 28th in the OAG Megahubs 2026 international airport connectivity ranking, improving by 11 places from its 39th position in 2025. • World's most connected international airport → Istanbul Airport • Second → London Heathrow Airport • Third → Amsterdam Schiphol Airport • Istanbul Airport was connected with 337 global destinations Static GK link: The OAG Megahubs ranking evaluates scheduled international-flight connection opportunities and destinations served. India's Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in Delhi and serves as one of the country's principal international aviation gateways.

Question 5

The IEA's Electrification Special Report 2026 projected India's electrification rate to reach what level by 2035?

Accepted Answer

32% - The International Energy Agency (IEA) projected India's electrification rate to rise from 19% to 32% by 2035 in its Electrification Special Report 2026 . Transport electrification and electric-vehicle adoption were identified as major drivers. • Accelerated electrification could reduce global energy-import bills by more than USD 400 billion by 2035 • India could save nearly 30% of its 2025 energy-import expenditure • Southeast Asia's rate is projected to rise from 25% to 37% Static GK link: The International Energy Agency is an intergovernmental energy organisation whose work includes energy security, market analysis, energy efficiency and clean-energy transitions.

Question 6

RBI's revised September 2026 valuation directions apply to units of which two investment structures held by regulated financial institutions?

Accepted Answer

REITs and InvITs - The Reserve Bank of India issued revised directions governing valuation of units of REITs and InvITs held by regulated financial institutions on 22 September 2026 . The directions took effect immediately. • The framework seeks to remove ambiguity and establish uniform valuation practices • It covers categories including commercial banks, AIFIs, Small Finance Banks, Payment Banks and Local Area Banks • India's REIT market was cited at USD 17.7 billion Static GK link: REIT stands for Real Estate Investment Trust, while InvIT stands for Infrastructure Investment Trust. These structures enable investors to participate in income-generating real-estate or infrastructure assets through investment units.

Question 7

ADB raised India's GDP growth forecast for FY 2026-27 by 40 basis points to what percentage?

Accepted Answer

7.0% - The Asian Development Bank (ADB) raised India's GDP growth forecast for FY 2026-27 to 7% in its Asian Development Outlook September 2026. The earlier projection was 6.6% , representing an upward revision of 40 basis points . • FY28 growth forecast → 7.1% • FY27 inflation forecast → 5% • Developing Asia-Pacific growth for 2026 → 5% • Investment, consumption, manufacturing and services supported the upgrade Static GK link: The Asian Development Bank is a multilateral development institution focused on Asia and the Pacific. A basis point equals 0.01 percentage point , so 40 basis points equal 0.40 percentage point.

Question 8

Maruti Suzuki India commissioned its first 300 kW green hydrogen plant at which manufacturing facility?

Accepted Answer

Manesar - Maruti Suzuki India commissioned its first 300 kW green hydrogen plant at its Manesar manufacturing facility in Haryana on 25 September 2026 . • The pilot plant uses surplus solar power generated at the facility • Green hydrogen will be blended with natural gas for process-fuel applications • Planned green-energy investment by FY31 → Rs 925 crore • A 10-tonne-per-day biogas plant is also planned at Kharkhoda Static GK link: Green hydrogen is hydrogen produced through processes such as electrolysis using renewable electricity, thereby avoiding the direct fossil-fuel emissions associated with conventional hydrogen production. India's policy push in this area includes the National Green Hydrogen Mission .

Question 9

DRDO signed a Technology Development Fund agreement with which company to develop an indigenous 20 mK dilution refrigerator?

Accepted Answer

Zero mK India Private Limited - DRDO signed its first high-value deep-tech project agreement under the Technology Development Fund with Zero mK India Private Limited for indigenous development of a 20 mK dilution refrigerator . • 20 mK equals approximately 0.02 Kelvin • Deep-tech corpus → Rs 500 crore • The equipment is intended for quantum-technology applications • The project supports the National Quantum Mission Static GK link: A dilution refrigerator is cryogenic equipment capable of producing extremely low temperatures required by many quantum systems. The Technology Development Fund (TDF) is a Ministry of Defence programme implemented by DRDO to support indigenous defence and dual-use technologies.

Question 10

ISRO and the European Space Agency extended their Cooperative Agreement until which date?

Accepted Answer

8 January 2032 - The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and European Space Agency (ESA) extended their Cooperative Agreement for five years until 8 January 2032 . The agreement has been in force since January 2002 . • ISRO signatory → Dr V. Narayanan • ESA signatory → Dr Josef Aschbacher • The exchange took place in Paris, France • New cooperation areas include human and robotic exploration, space weather and sustainable outer-space activities Static GK link - space agencies: ISRO is India's national space agency, while ESA is an intergovernmental European space organisation. Their cooperation also covers Earth observation, satellite navigation, space science and mission operations.

Question 11

NASA selected which mission as the inaugural mission under its Probe Explorers class?

Accepted Answer

PRIMA - PRIMA - Probe far-Infrared Mission for Astrophysics was selected by NASA as the inaugural mission under its Probe Explorers class . Its target launch year is 2033 . • Planned science duration → 5 years • Telescope size → 1.8 metres • Project cost cap → USD 1.2 billion , excluding specified additional costs • PRIMA will observe the universe at far-infrared wavelengths Static GK link: Infrared radiation occupies the electromagnetic spectrum beyond visible red light. Far-infrared astronomy can reveal cool dust and other structures that are difficult to study at visible wavelengths, helping scientists investigate the formation of planets, stars and galaxies.

Question 12

The newly reported flowering plant Begonia neelamorum was discovered in which district of Arunachal Pradesh?

Accepted Answer

Keyi Panyor - The newly reported flowering plant Begonia neelamorum was discovered in Keyi Panyor district of Arunachal Pradesh. It was found along the Keyi River at an elevation of around 1,000 metres . • Reported habitat area → around 3 sq km • Type specimen collected → 24 May 2026 • Plant height → approximately 10-20 cm • Provisional conservation status → Data Deficient (DD) • Findings were published in the peer-reviewed journal Taiwania Static GK link: In conservation assessment, Data Deficient indicates that available information is insufficient to make a direct or indirect assessment of a species' extinction risk.

Question 13

ZT Lalrithangi of Mizoram was selected for which international recognition in 2026?

Accepted Answer

FAO 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems and Rural Development - ZT Lalrithangi , also known as Pi Mari-i, was selected among the FAO's 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems and Rural Development . The strawberry grower is from Sangau village in Mizoram's Lawngtlai district. • Global selections → 100 women • Nominations → more than 600 from 131 countries • She is one of two women selected from India • She became the first Mizo person to receive the recognition • The recognition is linked to the International Year of Women Farmers 2026 Static GK link: FAO stands for Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Its headquarters is in Rome, Italy , and its work focuses on food security, agriculture and the fight against hunger.

Question 14

Kamaljeet and Suruchi Inder Singh won India's Asian Games gold in which shooting event?

Accepted Answer

10m Air Pistol Mixed Team - Kamaljeet and Suruchi Inder Singh won gold for India in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event at the 2026 Asian Games. • Final score → 484.6 • Qualification score → 587 • The Indian pair also topped the qualification round • South Korea won silver and Iran secured bronze • According to the supplied source, it was India's second gold of the Games Static GK link: The Asian Games are a continental multi-sport competition for Asian nations. They are governed by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) and include both Olympic disciplines and other sports contested across the continent.

Question 15

INS Trishul participated in the 24th edition of which bilateral India-France maritime exercise in September 2026?

Accepted Answer

Varuna - Indian Navy guided-missile frigate INS Trishul arrived at Toulon, France, to participate in the 24th edition of the India-France bilateral maritime exercise VARUNA . • Venue → Toulon, France • INS Trishul is a Talwar-class guided-missile frigate • Activities include harbour and sea phases, cross-deck visits and PASSEX drills • Before reaching France, INS Trishul completed a port call at Alexandria, Egypt Static GK link - military exercises: Exercise VARUNA began in 1993 and received the name Varuna in 2001 . It is a bilateral naval exercise between India and France aimed at strengthening maritime interoperability and operational coordination.

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