Daily Current Affairs 11 September 2026
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Economy
BRICS Nations Push for Linked Payment Systems and Local Currency Trade
At the BRICS Business Forum 2026, Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged BRICS countries to link their payment systems and promote cross-border trade using local currencies. He proposed using India's UPI platform as a foundation for this cooperation. Goyal emphasized that such integration would enhance market access, strengthen supply chains, and boost services cooperation among BRICS nations, which collectively represent half of the global population and 40% of global GDP. The initiative aims to create jobs, wealth, and prosperity within the member countries.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What did Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urge BRICS nations to do at the 2026 BRICS Business Forum?
- ALink payment systems and promote trade in local currenciesCorrect
- BIncrease tariffs on imports from non-BRICS countries
- CAdopt a single common currency for all BRICS nations
- DFocus solely on digital currency development
Explanation Piyush Goyal urged BRICS nations to link payment systems and boost cross-border trade in local currencies.
Q2 Which payment platform did Piyush Goyal propose as a basis for cross-border cooperation among BRICS countries?
- ASWIFT
- BUPICorrect
- CIMPS
- DNEFT
Explanation Goyal pitched India's UPI platform as a foundation for linking payment systems among BRICS nations.
Q3 According to Piyush Goyal, BRICS nations represent approximately what percentage of the global GDP?
- A25%
- B40%Correct
- C60%
- D75%
Explanation BRICS countries represent about 40% of the global GDP, as highlighted by Piyush Goyal.
International
PM Modi and Vladimir Putin Hold Bilateral Meeting Ahead of BRICS Summit 2026
On September 11, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at Delhi's Bharat Mandapam, a day before the BRICS Summit 2026. During the meeting, PM Modi presented Putin with a Russian translation of the Thirukkural. Following this meeting, PM Modi was scheduled to meet Iran's Pezeshkian. The discussions took place in the context of the upcoming BRICS summit, highlighting diplomatic engagements among member countries.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 Where did the bilateral meeting between PM Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin take place ahead of the BRICS Summit 2026?
- ABharat Mandapam, DelhiCorrect
- BRashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi
- CHyderabad International Convention Centre
- DMumbai Convention Centre
Explanation The meeting was held at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, as stated in the source.
Q2 What gift did PM Narendra Modi present to Vladimir Putin during their bilateral meeting?
- AA Russian translation of the ThirukkuralCorrect
- BA traditional Indian shawl
- CA book on Indian history
- DA painting of the Taj Mahal
Explanation PM Modi gifted Vladimir Putin a Russian translation of the Thirukkural during the meeting.
Q3 Who was PM Narendra Modi scheduled to meet after his bilateral meeting with Vladimir Putin?
- AIran's PezeshkianCorrect
- BChina's Xi Jinping
- CSouth Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa
- DBrazil's Jair Bolsonaro
Explanation After meeting Putin, PM Modi was scheduled to meet Iran's Pezeshkian, as per the source.
Modi-Putin Discuss Bilateral Cooperation at BRICS Summit 2026
During the BRICS Summit 2026 held in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin reviewed progress in bilateral cooperation across multiple domains including political, economic, defence, energy, space, skills mobility, and people-to-people ties. The summit featured a closed-door session on inclusive global governance and multilateralism, followed by an open session focusing on resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability for inclusive global growth.
Source BusinessLine
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which domains were reviewed by PM Modi and President Putin during their meeting at the BRICS Summit 2026?
- APolitical, economic, defence, energy, space, skills mobility, and people-to-peopleCorrect
- BTrade, agriculture, education, health, and tourism
- CTechnology, environment, culture, sports, and finance
- DTransport, infrastructure, media, law, and education
Explanation The leaders reviewed progress in political, economic, defence, energy, space, skills mobility, and people-to-people domains.
Q2 What was the theme of the closed-door session during the BRICS Summit 2026?
- AInclusive Global Governance and Strengthening MultilateralismCorrect
- BResilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability
- CEconomic Growth and Trade Expansion
- DDefence and Energy Cooperation
Explanation The closed-door session was themed 'Inclusive Global Governance and Strengthening Multilateralism.'
Q3 Where was the BRICS Summit 2026 held where Modi and Putin met?
- ANew DelhiCorrect
- BMoscow
- CBeijing
- DJohannesburg
Explanation The BRICS Summit 2026 took place in New Delhi.
Putin in New Delhi for BRICS Summit, Meets PM Modi to Discuss Strategic Issues
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi to attend the BRICS Summit. He is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi focusing on strategic trade resilience, cross-border payment mechanisms, energy security, and conflict-resolution related to geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe and West Asia. The summit agenda also includes discussions on navigating global trade disputes and regional crises.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What is one of the key topics discussed during Vladimir Putin's bilateral talks with PM Modi at the BRICS Summit?
- AStrategic trade resilienceCorrect
- BClimate change policies
- CSpace exploration cooperation
- DTourism promotion
Explanation The talks are expected to focus on strategic trade resilience among other issues.
Q2 Which regions' geopolitical tensions are part of the conflict-resolution discussions between Putin and Modi?
- AEastern Europe and West AsiaCorrect
- BSouth America and Africa
- CSoutheast Asia and Australia
- DNorth America and the Arctic
Explanation The discussions include conflict-resolution pathways regarding ongoing geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe and West Asia.
Q3 Apart from bilateral talks, what broader agenda is being addressed at the BRICS Summit?
- ANavigating global trade disputes and regional crisesCorrect
- BDeveloping a new space station
- CEstablishing a common currency
- DPromoting cultural exchanges
Explanation The summit agenda includes navigating global trade disputes and regional crises.
Russian President Vladimir Putin Arrives in New Delhi for BRICS Summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi to attend the BRICS summit. The summit is being held amid global economic challenges including the impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war, the West Asia crisis highlighted by the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and trade and tariff policies from the Trump administration. Alongside the summit, Putin is expected to engage in bilateral meetings during his visit.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which global issues form the backdrop of the BRICS summit attended by Vladimir Putin in New Delhi?
- ARussia-Ukraine war, West Asia crisis, and Trump administration’s trade policiesCorrect
- BClimate change, global pandemic, and Brexit
- CUS-China trade war, Middle East peace talks, and G20 summit
- DGlobal financial crisis, OPEC oil policies, and NATO expansion
Explanation The summit is taking place against the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war, the West Asia crisis including the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and the Trump administration’s trade and tariff policies.
Q2 What is the primary purpose of Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi as reported?
- ATo attend the BRICS summit and hold bilateral meetingsCorrect
- BTo sign a defense pact with India
- CTo inaugurate a cultural festival
- DTo participate in the G20 summit
Explanation Putin arrived in New Delhi to attend the BRICS summit and engage in bilateral meetings.
Q3 Where is the BRICS summit that Vladimir Putin attended held?
- ANew DelhiCorrect
- BMoscow
- CBeijing
- DJohannesburg
Explanation The BRICS summit is taking place in New Delhi.
Banking
RBI Governor Urges Fintechs to Treat Data as Fiduciary Responsibility
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra emphasized that data is more valuable than capital and should be treated as a fiduciary responsibility by fintech companies. He highlighted that firms engaging transparently with data not only earn regulatory goodwill but also achieve faster and more sustainable growth. Conversely, firms attempting to bypass regulations eventually face higher costs and loss of customer trust as rules catch up with them.
Source BusinessLine
Practice MCQs
Q1 According to RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, how should fintech companies treat data?
- AAs a tradable asset
- BAs a fiduciary responsibilityCorrect
- CAs a capital investment
- DAs a secondary resource
Explanation The RBI Governor stated that data should be treated as a fiduciary responsibility by fintech companies.
Q2 What is one benefit of fintech firms engaging transparently with data, according to the RBI Governor?
- AThey can avoid all regulations
- BThey earn regulatory goodwill and scale fasterCorrect
- CThey reduce their capital requirements
- DThey can bypass customer trust
Explanation Transparent engagement with data helps firms earn regulatory goodwill and achieve faster, more durable growth.
Q3 What consequence do fintech firms face if they try to outrun the rules, as per the RBI Governor?
- AThey gain competitive advantage
- BThey face higher costs and loss of customer trustCorrect
- CThey receive government subsidies
- DThey are exempt from regulations
Explanation Firms that try to outrun the rules eventually face higher costs and lose customer trust.
Bahrain Court Rules in Favor of HDFC Bank in Credit Suisse AT1 Bonds Case
In September 2026, a Bahrain court ruled in favor of HDFC Bank in a legal dispute involving investors of Credit Suisse AT1 bonds. The court rejected the claims made by the litigants, stating that the investors failed to provide sufficient admissible evidence to substantiate their allegations or prove that they suffered losses due to HDFC Bank. HDFC Bank won all seven cases filed against it in Bahrain related to this matter.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What was the main reason the Bahrain court ruled in favor of HDFC Bank in the Credit Suisse AT1 bonds case?
- AThe investors failed to provide sufficient admissible evidenceCorrect
- BHDFC Bank proved the bonds were invalid
- CThe court found HDFC Bank was not involved in the bond issuance
- DThe investors withdrew their claims voluntarily
Explanation The court rejected the investors' claims because they failed to produce sufficient admissible evidence to substantiate their allegations.
Q2 How many cases did HDFC Bank win in Bahrain related to the Credit Suisse AT1 bonds dispute?
- AOne
- BThree
- CFive
- DSevenCorrect
Explanation HDFC Bank won all seven cases filed against it in Bahrain concerning the Credit Suisse AT1 bonds.
Q3 Who were the litigants in the Bahrain court case involving HDFC Bank?
- ACredit Suisse executives
- BInvestors of Credit Suisse AT1 bondsCorrect
- CBahrain government officials
- DHDFC Bank shareholders
Explanation The litigants were investors of Credit Suisse AT1 bonds who had filed claims against HDFC Bank.
Canara Bank to Raise ₹4,500 Crore via Basel III Perpetual Bonds
Canara Bank plans to raise up to ₹4,500 crore through the issuance of Basel III perpetual bonds. This fundraising effort aims to strengthen the bank's capital position, provide additional headroom for business growth, and maintain a strong capital base and financial resilience. The move follows the bank's previous ₹3,500-crore perpetual bond issue last year, which had a 7.55 percent coupon rate.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 How much does Canara Bank plan to raise through Basel III perpetual bonds?
- A₹3,500 crore
- B₹4,500 croreCorrect
- C₹5,000 crore
- D₹7,550 crore
Explanation Canara Bank plans to raise up to ₹4,500 crore via Basel III perpetual bonds as per the sources.
Q2 What was the coupon rate of Canara Bank's previous perpetual bond issue?
- A7.55%Correct
- B6.75%
- C8.25%
- D5.50%
Explanation The previous ₹3,500-crore perpetual bond issue by Canara Bank carried a 7.55% coupon rate.
Q3 What is the primary purpose of Canara Bank raising funds through perpetual bonds?
- ATo acquire another bank
- BTo strengthen capital position and support business growthCorrect
- CTo increase employee salaries
- DTo invest in foreign markets
Explanation The funds are intended to strengthen the bank’s capital position and provide additional headroom to support business growth.
National
Nationwide Strike Hits Public Sector Bank Services Over 5-Day Workweek Demand
On Friday, public sector banks across India experienced disruptions as the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) called a nationwide strike. The strike aimed to demand a five-day workweek and address pending issues faced by bank employees. While most bank branches were either completely or partially closed, digital services such as UPI and internet banking continued to function normally.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What was the primary demand of the UFBU during the nationwide strike in public sector banks?
- AIncrease in salaries
- BImplementation of a five-day workweekCorrect
- CReduction in working hours to 6 hours
- DIntroduction of new banking technology
Explanation The UFBU demanded a five-day workweek as the main reason for the strike.
Q2 Which banking services remained functional during the UFBU strike?
- ABranch services
- BATM services
- CUPI and internet bankingCorrect
- DCheque clearing services
Explanation UPI and internet banking services continued to function despite the strike.
Q3 What was the impact of the UFBU strike on public sector bank branches?
- AAll branches operated normally
- BMost branches were either completely or partially closedCorrect
- COnly ATMs were closed
- DBranches operated with limited staff but no closures
Explanation Most branches of public sector banks were either completely or partially closed during the strike.
Supreme Court Sends Vedanta-Linked Cairn SEBI Penalty Case Back to SAT
The Supreme Court has directed the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) to reconsider the ₹5.25-crore penalty imposed by SEBI on Cairn India, now part of Vedanta, related to its 2014 share buyback. Earlier, the SAT had quashed this penalty. The SC's order mandates SAT to decide on the allegations of fraud in the buyback case.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What was the amount of the SEBI penalty imposed on Cairn India related to the 2014 share buyback?
- A₹5.25 croreCorrect
- B₹10 crore
- C₹2.5 crore
- D₹7 crore
Explanation The penalty imposed by SEBI on Cairn India was ₹5.25 crore as per the sources.
Q2 What did the Supreme Court direct the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) to do in the Cairn India case?
- AUphold the SEBI penalty
- BQuash the SEBI penalty
- CReconsider the penalty and decide on fraud allegationsCorrect
- DDismiss the case
Explanation The Supreme Court sent the matter back to SAT to reconsider the penalty and decide on the fraud allegations.
Q3 Which company is Cairn India now a part of?
- AVedantaCorrect
- BReliance
- CTata Group
- DAdani
Explanation Cairn India is now part of Vedanta, as mentioned in the sources.
IndiGo Lucknow-Dammam Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Ahmedabad Due to Bomb Threat
On 10 September 2026, IndiGo flight 6E97 traveling from Lucknow to Dammam, Saudi Arabia, made an emergency landing at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Ahmedabad Airport at 5:45 p.m. following a bomb threat. All passengers and crew members were safely disembarked after the precautionary landing.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Why did IndiGo flight 6E97 make an emergency landing in Ahmedabad on 10 September 2026?
- ATechnical malfunction
- BBomb threatCorrect
- CMedical emergency
- DWeather conditions
Explanation The flight made an emergency landing due to a bomb threat as reported by both sources.
Q2 From which city did the IndiGo flight 6E97 depart before making an emergency landing in Ahmedabad?
- ADammam
- BLucknowCorrect
- CMumbai
- DDelhi
Explanation The flight was traveling from Lucknow to Dammam before it landed in Ahmedabad.
Q3 What was the destination of IndiGo flight 6E97 before it landed in Ahmedabad?
- ARiyadh
- BDammamCorrect
- CJeddah
- DMuscat
Explanation The flight was en route to Dammam, Saudi Arabia, before the emergency landing.
Under-Construction Bridge Girder Collapses in Bihar's Vaishali, Seven Injured
An under-construction bridge in Vaishali district of Bihar experienced a launching girder collapse, resulting in injuries to seven people. The incident has drawn criticism from Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav, who accused the state NDA government of corruption and alleged that it would attempt to cover up the incident. The collapse highlights concerns over construction safety and governance in the region.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 What caused injuries to seven people in Bihar's Vaishali district recently?
- ACollapse of an under-construction bridge's launching girderCorrect
- BFlooding due to heavy rains
- CTrain derailment
- DFire in a residential building
Explanation Seven people were injured due to the collapse of a launching girder at an under-construction bridge in Vaishali, Bihar.
Q2 Who criticized the Bihar government following the bridge collapse in Vaishali?
- ANitish Kumar
- BTejashwi YadavCorrect
- CLalu Prasad Yadav
- DRam Vilas Paswan
Explanation Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav criticized the state government after the bridge collapse.
Q3 What allegation did Tejashwi Yadav make against the Bihar government after the bridge incident?
- ANegligence in flood management
- BCorruption and attempt to cover it upCorrect
- CFailure to provide healthcare
- DLack of educational facilities
Explanation Tejashwi Yadav alleged that the corrupt NDA government would cover up its corruption related to the incident.
Science & Tech
The Hindu-VIT Biotech Conclave 2026 Highlights India's Biotech Advancements
The Hindu-VIT Biotech Conclave 2026 held in Chennai featured Suchitra Ella, co-founder and managing director of Bharat Biotech, delivering the inaugural address. She emphasized India's transition from dependence on vaccines and molecules developed in the West to establishing its own research and manufacturing capabilities in biotechnology. The event focused on discussing new frontiers in science and biotechnology, highlighting India's growing self-reliance in the sector.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Who delivered the inaugural address at The Hindu-VIT Biotech Conclave 2026 in Chennai?
- ASuchitra EllaCorrect
- BDr. Raghuram Rajan
- CKiran Mazumdar-Shaw
- DNarayana Murthy
Explanation Suchitra Ella, co-founder and managing director of Bharat Biotech, delivered the inaugural address at the conclave.
Q2 What key shift in India's biotechnology sector was highlighted at The Hindu-VIT Biotech Conclave 2026?
- AIncreasing imports of vaccines from the West
- BBuilding India's own research and manufacturing capabilitiesCorrect
- CFocusing solely on traditional medicine
- DReducing investment in biotechnology research
Explanation The conclave highlighted India's shift from relying on Western vaccines to developing its own research and manufacturing capabilities.
Q3 Where was The Hindu-VIT Biotech Conclave 2026 held?
- AMumbai
- BNew Delhi
- CChennaiCorrect
- DBangalore
Explanation The conclave took place in Chennai, as reported in the sources.
Apple CEO John Ternus Unveils Foldable iPhone at Launch Event
John Ternus, Apple's new CEO who joined the company in 2001 and led engineering for its product lineup, faced his first major test by unveiling the foldable iPhone at Apple's launch event held at Apple Park. The event was attended by celebrities Triptii Dimri and AP Dhillon, who shared their experience on social media and met Ternus during the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 Who is the new CEO of Apple who unveiled the foldable iPhone?
- ATim Cook
- BJohn TernusCorrect
- CSteve Jobs
- DJony Ive
Explanation John Ternus is the new Apple CEO who led the launch of the foldable iPhone.
Q2 Which celebrities attended Apple's launch event at Apple Park?
- APriyanka Chopra and Ranveer Singh
- BTriptii Dimri and AP DhillonCorrect
- CAlia Bhatt and Shahid Kapoor
- DDeepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor
Explanation Triptii Dimri and AP Dhillon attended the launch event and met John Ternus.
Q3 What was the major product unveiled by Apple at the event?
- AiPhone 18 ProCorrect
- BiPad Mini
- CMacBook Air
- DApple Watch Series 9
Explanation Apple unveiled the foldable iPhone 18 Pro at the event.
Apple Launches iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max with A20 Pro Chip and Extended Battery Life
Apple has launched the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max featuring the new A20 Pro chip. The iPhone 18 Pro offers a battery life of 36 hours, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max boasts 45 hours of battery life. The launch includes details on pricing, specifications, and availability in India.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 What is the battery life claimed for the iPhone 18 Pro Max?
- A36 hours
- B40 hours
- C45 hoursCorrect
- D50 hours
Explanation The iPhone 18 Pro Max claims a battery life of 45 hours as per the launch details.
Q2 Which new chip powers the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max?
- AA18 Bionic
- BA19 Pro
- CA20 ProCorrect
- DA21 Max
Explanation Both iPhone 18 Pro models are powered by the A20 Pro chip.
Q3 Which of the following is true about the iPhone 18 Pro series launch?
- AOnly iPhone 18 Pro was launched
- BBattery life of iPhone 18 Pro is 45 hours
- CThe series includes iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max with A20 Pro chipCorrect
- DThe launch did not include pricing details
Explanation The launch included both iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models powered by the A20 Pro chip.
Environment
IMD Forecasts Widespread Rain Across Central, East, and West India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread rainfall across central, eastern, and western regions of India. This forecast is significant as the country's cumulative rainfall for the ongoing monsoon season is currently 15% below normal levels. The IMD's prediction aims to inform the public and authorities about expected weather patterns to aid in preparedness and response.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What regions in India did the IMD forecast widespread rainfall for?
- ACentral, east, and west IndiaCorrect
- BNorth and northeast India
- CSouth and northwest India
- DOnly eastern India
Explanation The IMD forecast specifically mentions widespread rain across central, east, and west India.
Q2 By what percentage is India's cumulative monsoon rainfall below normal according to the IMD?
- A10%
- B15%Correct
- C20%
- D25%
Explanation The IMD stated that the cumulative rainfall for the monsoon season is 15% below normal.
Q3 Which organization issued the forecast about widespread rain in India?
- AIndia Meteorological DepartmentCorrect
- BCentral Water Commission
- CIndian Space Research Organisation
- DNational Disaster Management Authority
Explanation The forecast was issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Sports
India Enters Women's Asia Cup Final with Win Over Bangladesh
India defeated Bangladesh by 40 runs to enter the Women's Asia Cup final. The victory was led by Shafali, who played a crucial role in steering the Indian team to success. With this win, India continues to be the most successful team in the tournament, having secured seven titles in total—four in the 50-over format and three in T20s. Bangladesh's fielding errors, described as 'dropping dollies,' contributed to their defeat and India's advancement to the final.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Who played a key role in leading India to the Women's Asia Cup final in 2026?
- AHarmanpreet Kaur
- BShafaliCorrect
- CMithali Raj
- DSmriti Mandhana
Explanation Shafali was instrumental in steering India to the final, as mentioned in the sources.
Q2 How many total Women's Asia Cup titles has India won as of 2026?
- A5
- B6
- C7Correct
- D8
Explanation India has won seven titles in total—four in 50-over and three in T20 formats.
Q3 What was a significant factor contributing to Bangladesh's loss against India in the Women's Asia Cup semifinal?
- APoor batting
- BDropping catchesCorrect
- CInjuries
- DWeather conditions
Explanation Bangladesh's fielding errors, referred to as 'dropping dollies,' led to their defeat.
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