Daily Current Affairs 9 August 2026

Q1 Which bills are scheduled to be taken up by the Rajya Sabha as per the sources?

• ATaxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 and Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026Correct
• BFinance Bill, 2026 and Banking Regulation Bill, 2026
• CPayment and Settlement Systems Amendment Bill, 2007 and Income-tax Amendment Bill, 2025
• DGoods and Services Tax Amendment Bill, 2026 and Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026

Explanation The Rajya Sabha is set to take up the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 and the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026.

Q2 The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 seeks to amend which of the following acts?

• APayment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007; Income-tax Act, 2025; Finance Act, 2026Correct
• BBankers' Books Evidence Act, 2026; Income-tax Act, 2025; Finance Act, 2026
• CPayment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007; Banking Regulation Act, 1949; Finance Act, 2026
• DIncome-tax Act, 2025; Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017; Finance Act, 2026

Explanation The Bill seeks to amend the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, Income-tax Act, 2025, and Finance Act, 2026.

Q3 What is the purpose of the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026 as per the sources?

• ATo amend the evidentiary provisions related to bankers' booksCorrect
• BTo regulate payment systems in India
• CTo revise income tax slabs
• DTo introduce new banking licenses

Explanation The Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026 aims to update the legal framework concerning the evidentiary value of bankers' books.

Q1 What action did DGCA take after the initial psychoactive substance screening of the Air India Phuket-Delhi flight pilot?

• AConfirmed the pilot failed the test and suspended the pilot permanently
• BSaid confirmatory testing is required and removed both pilots from the roster pending investigationCorrect
• CCleared the pilot after initial screening
• DTransferred the pilot to another flight

Explanation DGCA stated that the initial screening requires confirmatory testing and both pilots were removed from the roster pending the final report and investigation.

Q2 What was Air India's response regarding the post-flight drug screening results of the pilots after the turbulence incident?

• AAir India confirmed the pilots tested positive and suspended them
• BAir India said it has not received the screening results yetCorrect
• CAir India denied any drug screening was conducted
• DAir India shared the results with the Federation of Indian Pilots

Explanation Air India stated that it has not received the results of the post-flight drug screening of the pilots.

Q3 Which organization urged caution until the findings of the pilot drug screening are confirmed?

• ADGCA
• BAir India
• CFederation of Indian PilotsCorrect
• DMinistry of Civil Aviation

Explanation The Federation of Indian Pilots urged caution until the findings are confirmed.

Q1 What was the reason for FSSAI warning Diageo regarding its Royal Challenge Whisky?

• AThe whisky was falsely claimed to be matured in American oak casksCorrect
• BThe whisky contained harmful additives
• CThe whisky was sold without a license
• DThe whisky was imported illegally

Explanation FSSAI warned Diageo because the claim that Royal Challenge Whisky was matured in American oak casks was misleading, as most of the product had not been matured in such casks.

Q2 Which action did FSSAI take against Diageo following the misleading claim?

• ABanned all Diageo products nationwide
• BProhibited sales of Royal Challenge Whisky made in Madhya Pradesh and some other brands in certain statesCorrect
• CImposed a fine without any sales prohibition
• DIssued a public apology on behalf of Diageo

Explanation FSSAI prohibited the sale of Royal Challenge Whisky made in Madhya Pradesh and some whisky and rum brands made by Diageo and Inbrew in some Indian states.

Q3 When did FSSAI announce the prohibition on Diageo's whisky sales?

• AAugust 2, 2026Correct
• BAugust 8, 2026
• CJuly 31, 2026
• DSeptember 1, 2026

Explanation FSSAI announced the prohibition on August 2, 2026.

Q1 Which districts in Kerala were issued a red alert by the IMD for heavy rain on August 8?

• AAlappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kannur, KasaragodCorrect
• BPathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod
• CKozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad
• DPathanamthitta, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur

Explanation The IMD issued a red alert specifically for Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts.

Q2 Which districts in Kerala were placed under an orange alert for heavy rain on August 8?

• APathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, KasaragodCorrect
• BAlappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kannur, Kasaragod
• CErnakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod
• DPathanamthitta, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur

Explanation The orange alert was issued for Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts.

Q3 What is the significance of the IMD issuing a red alert for certain districts in Kerala?

• AIt indicates extremely heavy rainfall with potential for severe flooding and requires immediate preparedness.Correct
• BIt means light rain is expected with no major impact.
• CIt signals the end of the monsoon season in those districts.
• DIt is a routine weather update with no special warnings.

Explanation A red alert from the IMD signifies very heavy rainfall with a high risk of flooding and calls for urgent action and preparedness.

Q1 Why has the US Pentagon asked defence companies to boost weapons production?

• ADue to concerns over depleted munitions stockpiles after the Iran warCorrect
• BTo support a new international peacekeeping mission
• CTo reduce military spending
• DTo develop new types of weapons

Explanation The Pentagon's push is due to concerns over depleted munitions stockpiles following the Iran war.

Q2 What deadline did Deputy Defence Secretary Steve Feinberg give to defence companies for submitting production plans?

• A7 days
• B14 days
• C21 daysCorrect
• D30 days

Explanation Steve Feinberg gave industry leaders no more than 21 days to submit plans to increase production.

Q3 What broader effort is the Pentagon's push to increase weapons production part of?

• AA new international alliance
• BA military modernization effortCorrect
• CA budget reduction plan
• DA peace treaty implementation

Explanation The push to increase weapons production is part of a broader modernization effort.

Q1 How many flights were cancelled in Shanghai on August 9, 2026, due to Typhoon Dolphin?

• AAbout 600 flights
• BAbout 1,300 flightsCorrect
• CAbout 2,000 flights
• DAbout 500 flights

Explanation Shanghai cancelled about 1,300 flights on August 9, 2026, as Typhoon Dolphin approached.

Q2 What was the estimated maximum sustained wind speed of Typhoon Dolphin on the morning of August 9, 2026?

• A100 km/h
• B130 km/h
• C162 km/hCorrect
• D200 km/h

Explanation The storm's maximum sustained winds were estimated at about 162 kilometres per hour on the morning of August 9, 2026.

Q3 What weather risks did Typhoon Dolphin pose to Shanghai besides strong winds?

• ASnowfall and frost
• BHeavy rains causing flooding and landslidesCorrect
• CHeatwaves and drought
• DSandstorms and dust storms

Explanation Typhoon Dolphin brought heavy rains, creating a risk of severe flooding and landslides in Shanghai.

Q1 Why has Spain begun the process to replace its ambassador to India?

• ADue to allegations of accepting financial favours and misuse of embassy fundsCorrect
• BBecause of health issues of the ambassador
• CFollowing a routine diplomatic rotation
• DDue to political disagreements between Spain and India

Explanation Spain started replacing its ambassador due to allegations of accepting financial favours and misusing embassy funds.

Q2 Which Spanish official is involved in the allegations leading to the replacement process?

• AJuan Antonio March PujolCorrect
• BPedro Sánchez
• CJose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
• DMiguel Ángel Moratinos

Explanation Juan Antonio March Pujol, the ambassador to India, is the official involved in the allegations.

Q3 Which office was the allegations against the Spanish ambassador referred to?

• AAnti-Corruption Prosecutor's OfficeCorrect
• BMinistry of Foreign Affairs
• CSupreme Court of Spain
• DSpanish Parliament

Explanation The allegations were referred to the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office.

Q1 What change is the US considering regarding the H-1B visa rules?

• AExtending the 60-day job-loss grace period
• BScrapping the 60-day job-loss grace periodCorrect
• CIncreasing the number of H-1B visas issued
• DAllowing H-1B workers to work without employer sponsorship

Explanation The US is considering scrapping the current 60-day job-loss grace period for H-1B visa holders.

Q2 What is the purpose of the current 60-day grace period for H-1B workers?

• ATo allow workers to apply for permanent residency
• BTo provide time to find another employer and maintain immigration statusCorrect
• CTo extend the visa validity by 60 days
• DTo allow workers to travel outside the US

Explanation The 60-day grace period allows H-1B workers time to find another employer and maintain their immigration status after job loss.

Q3 Who would be most affected by the removal of the 60-day grace period?

• AUS citizens seeking employment
• BIndian H-1B visa workers and their familiesCorrect
• CEmployers hiring US citizens
• DTourists visiting the US

Explanation Indian H-1B visa workers and their families would have less time to respond to sudden job loss if the grace period is removed.

Q1 How many Indians were deported from Canada between January and June 2026?

• A3,323Correct
• B3,779
• C2,500
• D4,000

Explanation The CBSA data shows that 3,323 Indians were deported in the first half of 2026.

Q2 What percentage of the total Indian deportations in 2025 does the 2026 first-half figure represent?

• A88%Correct
• B50%
• C100%
• D75%

Explanation 3,323 deportations in the first half of 2026 represent nearly 88% of the 3,779 deportations in 2025.

Q3 Which agency provided the data on Indian deportations from Canada?

• ACanada Border Services AgencyCorrect
• BImmigration Canada
• CIndian Ministry of External Affairs
• DUnited Nations

Explanation The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) released the data on deportations.

Q1 What is the current status of charges on UPI transactions for consumers?

• AUPI transactions will be charged by banks
• BUPI transactions will remain free for consumersCorrect
• CConsumers must pay a small fee for UPI transactions
• DUPI transactions will be free only for government services

Explanation The PhonePe CEO confirmed that UPI transactions will remain free for consumers despite recent debates.

Q2 What does the recent debate about the UPI ecosystem involve?

• AChanging the fundamental design principles of UPI
• BIntroducing charges on UPI transactions for consumers
• CAllowing banks to levy charges on UPI payments
• DNo change to the fundamental design principles of UPICorrect

Explanation The debate does not involve changing the fundamental design principles of the UPI ecosystem.

Q1 What was the closing value of the Indian rupee against the US dollar after the RBI policy decision in early August 2026?

• A95.15Correct
• B95.20
• C95.24
• D95.28

Explanation The rupee gained 13 paise to close at 95.15 against the US dollar post-RBI policy decision.

Q2 Which factor contributed to the rupee's volatility against the US dollar in August 2026?

• AUncertainty over the Iran-Oman dealCorrect
• BIncrease in domestic inflation
• CDecrease in gold prices
• DRise in agricultural exports

Explanation Risk aversion due to uncertainty on the Iran-Oman deal and crude oil price changes affected the rupee's movement.

Q3 How did the domestic equity markets perform during the rupee fluctuations in early August 2026?

• ASensex and Nifty both declined sharply
• BSensex climbed over 200 points and Nifty rose marginallyCorrect
• CNo change in Sensex and Nifty
• DSensex fell but Nifty rose significantly

Explanation Sensex climbed 201.43 points to 78,782.43 and Nifty was marginally up by 16.35 points to 24,641 in opening trade.

Q1 By how much did the Indian rupee jump against the US dollar on August 8, 2026, according to the latest report?

• A3 paise
• B12 paise
• C31 paise
• D39 paiseCorrect

Explanation On August 8, 2026, the rupee jumped 39 paise to 94.89 against the US dollar as per the latest report.

Q2 What factor supported the Indian rupee's rise against the US dollar during this period?

• AIncrease in crude oil prices
• BForeign institutional investor inflows and gains in domestic stock marketsCorrect
• CRise in the dollar index
• DDecrease in domestic stock markets

Explanation The rupee's rise was supported by foreign institutional investor inflows and gains in domestic stock markets.

Q3 What was the trend of the dollar index during the rupee's strengthening phase?

• AIt increased significantly
• BIt remained unchanged
• CIt decreased slightlyCorrect
• DIt fluctuated wildly

Explanation The dollar index was trading at 99.80, down 0.06%, indicating a slight decrease.

Q1 Who did Ashmita Chaliha defeat to win her maiden BWF World Tour title at the Korea Masters?

• AHan QianxiCorrect
• BPV Sindhu
• CCarolina Marin
• DTai Tzu Ying

Explanation Ashmita Chaliha defeated China's Han Qianxi in the final to win her maiden BWF World Tour title at the Korea Masters.

Q2 What was the final match score when Ashmita Chaliha won the Korea Masters title?

• A14-21, 21-14, 21-14Correct
• B21-14, 21-14
• C21-19, 19-21, 21-18
• D21-14, 14-21, 21-14

Explanation Ashmita Chaliha won the final with scores of 14-21, 21-14, 21-14 against Han Qianxi.

Q3 From which Indian state does Ashmita Chaliha hail?

• AAssamCorrect
• BKerala
• CTamil Nadu
• DMaharashtra

Explanation Ashmita Chaliha is from Assam, as mentioned in the report of her victory at the Korea Masters.

Q1 Where will the Davis Cup Qualifier Round 2 tie between India and South Korea be held?

• AIndia
• BSouth KoreaCorrect
• CNeutral venue
• DNot decided yet

Explanation South Korea will host the Davis Cup Qualifier Round 2 tie against India.

Q2 What surface will the India vs South Korea Davis Cup tie be played on?

• AClay courts
• BGrass courts
• CHard courtsCorrect
• DCarpet courts

Explanation The tie will be played on hard courts as confirmed by the sources.

Q3 What is the current Davis Cup ranking of India as per the sources?

• A16th
• B19thCorrect
• C10th
• D25th

Explanation India is currently ranked 19th in the Davis Cup standings.

Q1 What was a major challenge for the TVK-led government in presenting the Tamil Nadu Budget 2026?

• AMeeting high public expectations and achieving fiscal consolidationCorrect
• BReducing taxes significantly
• CIncreasing foreign investments
• DEliminating all government debts

Explanation The TVK government faced the unenviable task of meeting sky-high expectations and achieving fiscal consolidation in its first Budget.

Q2 How did AIADMK leader Palaniswami react to the TVK government's first Budget?

• AHe praised it as comprehensive
• BHe gave it 'zero marks' for ignoring election promisesCorrect
• CHe suggested minor improvements
• DHe supported the Budget fully

Explanation Palaniswami criticized the Budget, stating that none of the ruling party's election promises were included, giving it 'zero marks'.

Q3 Which aspect was highlighted as a key concern in the Tamil Nadu Budget 2026?

• AResource mobilisation amidst election promisesCorrect
• BForeign policy changes
• CNew defence initiatives
• DClimate change policies

Explanation The Budget involved navigating a maze of election promises and options available for resource mobilisation.

Q1 Which company continues to feature in RBI's second upper layer list of NBFCs?

• ATata SonsCorrect
• BReliance Industries
• CAdani Group
• DLarsen & Toubro

Explanation Tata Sons continues to feature in RBI's second upper layer list of NBFCs as per the RBI release.

Q2 Which of the following entities is NOT mentioned in RBI's second upper layer NBFC list?

• AREC
• BPower Finance Corporation
• CIndian Railway Finance Corporation
• DState Bank of IndiaCorrect

Explanation State Bank of India is not mentioned in the RBI's second upper layer NBFC list; the others are included.

Q3 What is the status of Tata Sons' application for de-registration from the RBI's NBFC list?

• AApplication approved
• BApplication rejected
• CApplication under reviewCorrect
• DNo application filed

Explanation Tata Sons' application for de-registration is still under review and is independent of its inclusion in the upper layer list.