Daily Current Affairs 24 September 2026

Q1 Which official is the opposition planning to impeach in Parliament?

• AChief Election Commissioner Gyanesh KumarCorrect
• BPrime Minister of India
• CChief Justice of India
• DFinance Minister

Explanation The opposition parties are planning to file an impeachment motion against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Q2 Which political party is coordinating the opposition's impeachment motion against Gyanesh Kumar?

• ACongressCorrect
• BBJP
• CAam Aadmi Party
• DTrinamool Congress

Explanation The Congress party is coordinating the efforts of opposition parties to file the impeachment motion.

Q3 Within what time frame is the opposition expected to submit the impeachment motion against the CEC?

• AWithin two weeksCorrect
• BWithin one month
• CWithin six months
• DImmediately

Explanation The motion is expected to be submitted within two weeks as per reports.

Q1 What was the Bombay High Court's ruling regarding duty-free shops in international departure areas?

• AThey are exempt from Indian laws
• BThey are subject to Indian laws and regulationsCorrect
• CThey are only subject to international laws
• DThey can operate without any regulation

Explanation The Bombay High Court ruled that duty-free shops, even in international departure areas, are subject to Indian laws and regulations.

Q2 Which group's duty-free shops were involved in the Bombay High Court case?

• AReliance Group
• BTata Group
• CAdani GroupCorrect
• DBirla Group

Explanation The duty-free shops backed by the Adani Group, including Mumbai Travel Retail and Flemingo Dutyfree Shop, were involved in the case.

Q3 What was the argument made by the Adani Group regarding the jurisdiction over duty-free shops?

• AShops are subject to all Indian laws
• BShops in international departure areas are beyond India's territorial jurisdictionCorrect
• CShops must follow international trade laws only
• DShops are governed by state laws

Explanation Adani Group argued that shops in international departure areas are beyond the reach of domestic regulations and India's territorial jurisdiction.

Q1 What action did the Ladakh administration take ahead of the first anniversary of the September 24, 2025, violence?

• AWithdrew 20 cases against locals booked during the violenceCorrect
• BDeclared a public holiday in Leh
• CAnnounced new Sixth Schedule safeguards
• DImposed curfew in Leh

Explanation The Ladakh administration withdrew 20 cases against locals booked during the 2025 Leh violence ahead of the anniversary.

Q2 Who led the symbolic padyatra in Leh on the anniversary of the 2025 violence?

• ASonam WangchukCorrect
• BLadakh Lieutenant Governor
• CA local police official
• DA central government minister

Explanation Sonam Wangchuk led the symbolic padyatra in Leh to mark the first anniversary of the 2025 violence.

Q3 The protests during which the 2025 Leh violence occurred were primarily demanding:

• AStatehood and Sixth Schedule safeguards for LadakhCorrect
• BIncreased tourism in Ladakh
• CReduction in military presence
• DBetter road connectivity

Explanation The protests in 2025 were seeking statehood and Sixth Schedule safeguards for Ladakh.

Q1 What was a key topic discussed between S. Jaishankar and Marco Rubio at the UNGA sidelines?

• ASanctions on countries engaging economically with Russia and IranCorrect
• BTrade agreements between India and the US
• CClimate change initiatives
• DSpace cooperation between India and the US

Explanation The discussion focused on sanctions that could be imposed on countries engaging economically with Russia and Iran.

Q2 Which US official confirmed the possibility of sanctions on countries dealing with Russia and Iran?

• AUS State DepartmentCorrect
• BUS Treasury Secretary
• CUS President
• DUS Secretary of Defense

Explanation The US State Department issued a statement regarding sanctions on countries engaging economically with Russia and Iran.

Q3 Apart from sanctions, which other issues were discussed by Jaishankar and Rubio?

• AIran war, energy, and Ukraine conflictCorrect
• BIndia-US trade tariffs
• CClimate change and renewable energy
• DSpace exploration and technology

Explanation The talks included discussions on the Iran war, energy concerns, and the Ukraine conflict.

Q1 What is the main focus of the fifth round of India-Canada CEPA negotiations?

• AResolving issues related to agriculture, visas, and non-tariff barriersCorrect
• BDiscussing defence cooperation
• CFinalizing cultural exchange programs
• DNegotiating climate change commitments

Explanation The fifth round of CEPA negotiations focuses on sorting out tricky issues such as agriculture, visas, and non-tariff barriers.

Q2 By when do India and Canada aim to conclude their free trade talks?

• ABefore the G20 summitCorrect
• BBy the end of 2027
• CAfter PM Modi's visit to Canada
• DDuring the United Nations General Assembly

Explanation Mark Carney stated that India and Canada aim to wrap up trade talks by the G20 ahead of PM Modi's visit.

Q3 Why has there been added urgency to the India-Canada free trade talks?

• ABecause of PM Modi's likely visit to Canada in December 2026Correct
• BDue to a new trade dispute with the US
• CFollowing a change in Canadian government
• DBecause of upcoming elections in India

Explanation PM Modi's likely visit to Canada in December adds urgency to concluding the free trade talks.

Q1 What is the key concern India raised with US Senator Marco Rubio regarding the 2026 sanctions law?

• AThe law imposes tariffs on countries buying Russian oil and gas, including IndiaCorrect
• BThe law restricts India's trade with China
• CThe law bans all diplomatic talks with Russia
• DThe law increases tariffs on Indian exports to the US

Explanation India's concern was about the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which allows the US to impose tariffs on countries like India that continue purchasing Russian oil and gas.

Q2 Who signed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 into law?

• APrime Minister Narendra Modi
• BUS President Donald TrumpCorrect
• CUS Senator Marco Rubio
• DIndian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar

Explanation The law was signed into effect by US President Donald Trump.

Q3 What upcoming event were Jaishankar and Rubio preparing for during their meeting?

• AA summit between India and China
• BHigh-level meetings between US President Trump and Prime Minister ModiCorrect
• CA trade agreement between India and Russia
• DThe UN Climate Change Conference

Explanation They were preparing for high-level meetings between US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi later in 2026.

Q1 Which conflict has disrupted wheat shipments from the Black Sea region?

• ARussia-Ukraine warCorrect
• BIndia-Pakistan conflict
• CUS-China trade war
• DSyrian civil war

Explanation The Russia-Ukraine war is disrupting wheat shipments from the Black Sea region.

Q2 Which countries are seeking alternative wheat suppliers due to the disruption?

• AEgypt, Indonesia, and VietnamCorrect
• BBrazil, Canada, and Mexico
• CSouth Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya
• DJapan, South Korea, and China

Explanation Egypt, Indonesia, and Vietnam are major buyers seeking wheat from alternative exporters.

Q3 From which countries are buyers turning to for wheat supplies amid the disruption?

• AAustralia, Argentina, and FranceCorrect
• BRussia, Ukraine, and Belarus
• CUSA, Canada, and Mexico
• DIndia, Pakistan, and Bangladesh

Explanation Buyers are turning to Australia, Argentina, and France for wheat supplies.

Q1 Which medal did the Indian women's cricket team win at the Asian Games 2026?

• AGoldCorrect
• BSilver
• CBronze
• DNo medal

Explanation The Indian women's cricket team won the gold medal, the country's first at the Asian Games 2026.

Q2 How many shooting medals had India secured at the Asian Games 2026 after the women's skeet team won bronze?

• AFour
• BFive
• CSixCorrect
• DSeven

Explanation The women's skeet team bronze was India's sixth shooting medal at the Asian Games 2026.

Q3 Which shooting event involves each shooter trying to score a maximum of 125 points?

• A10m Air Pistol
• BSkeetCorrect
• CTrap
• D50m Rifle

Explanation The skeet event involves shooters aiming for a maximum of 125 allocated points.

Q1 What historic achievement did Jay Meena accomplish at the Asian Games?

• AFirst Indian to win a gold medal in soft tennis
• BFirst Indian to win a medal in soft tennisCorrect
• CFirst Indian to participate in soft tennis
• DFirst Indian to coach soft tennis team

Explanation Jay Meena became the first Indian to win a medal in soft tennis at the Asian Games.

Q2 What was the final score in Jay Meena's match against Kurosaka?

• A4-2 in favor of Meena
• B2-4 in favor of KurosakaCorrect
• C3-3 draw
• D4-0 in favor of Kurosaka

Explanation Jay Meena lost 2-4 to Kurosaka in the 45-minute match.

Q3 How many Asian Games had Jay Meena participated in before winning the medal?

• AThis was his first Asian Games
• BThis was his second Asian Games
• CThis was his third Asian GamesCorrect
• DThis was his fourth Asian Games

Explanation Jay Meena was playing in his third Asian Games when he won the bronze medal.

Q1 What is the primary reason behind India's recent cut in import duty on edible oils?

• ATo increase export of edible oils
• BTo curb rising food inflation and reduce cooking oil pricesCorrect
• CTo promote domestic oil production
• DTo ban imports of certain edible oils

Explanation The import duty cut aims to curb rising food inflation and lower cooking oil prices by reducing import costs.

Q2 Which edible oils did India reduce import duties on as per the recent announcement?

• APalm, soybean, and sunflower oilsCorrect
• BMustard and coconut oils
• COlive and sesame oils
• DGroundnut and castor oils

Explanation The government cut import duties specifically on palm, soybean, and sunflower oils.

Q3 When did India announce the cut in import duties on edible oils?

• ASeptember 2026Correct
• BJanuary 2025
• CDecember 2024
• DMarch 2027

Explanation The announcement was made in September 2026 as per the sources.

Q1 According to RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta, what is the outlook for the Indian rupee after its depreciation over the past 1.5 years?

• AThe depreciation is likely temporary with a fair case for appreciationCorrect
• BThe rupee will continue to depreciate sharply
• CThe rupee will remain stable without any change
• DThe rupee will be replaced by a new currency

Explanation Poonam Gupta stated that the rupee's depreciation is likely temporary and there is a fair case for it to appreciate.

Q2 What factor did Poonam Gupta cite as supporting the rupee's potential appreciation?

• AIndia's underlying balance of payments strengthCorrect
• BIncrease in imported oil prices
• CDecline in India's exports
• DRising foreign debt

Explanation She highlighted India's underlying balance of payments strength as a key factor supporting the rupee.

Q3 How is India's dependence on imported oil expected to change, according to Poonam Gupta?

• AIt is expected to decline due to alternative energy and domestic oil explorationCorrect
• BIt will increase due to rising demand
• CIt will remain the same
• DIndia will stop using oil altogether

Explanation Poonam Gupta noted that India's dependence on imported oil is set to decline through alternative energy sources and efforts to find domestic oil reserves.

Q1 What is the current stance of the Indian government on cross-ownership between airports and airlines?

• AThe government has approved cross-ownership without conditions
• BThe government is weighing pros and cons before decidingCorrect
• CThe government has rejected all cross-ownership proposals
• DThe government has deferred the decision indefinitely

Explanation The government, as stated by Aviation Minister Naidu, is examining both advantages and disadvantages to take a balanced approach before making a decision.

Q2 Which group has requested consideration for cross-ownership of airports and airlines?

• ATata Group
• BReliance Group
• CAdani GroupCorrect
• DLarsen & Toubro

Explanation The Adani Group has made a request regarding cross-ownership, which the government is currently deliberating.

Q3 Who is the Aviation Minister mentioned in the government's deliberation on cross-ownership?

• APiyush Goyal
• BJyotiraditya Scindia
• CNitin Gadkari
• DNaiduCorrect

Explanation Aviation Minister Naidu is the official who stated that the government will weigh all pros and cons of cross-ownership.

Q1 What is the Indian government's approach to airfare pricing for the 2026 festive season?

• AImpose a strict cap on airfares
• BNot cap airfares but advise airlines to keep prices reasonableCorrect
• CSubsidize airfares for all passengers
• DBan air travel during the festive season

Explanation The government has decided not to cap airfares but will advise airlines to maintain reasonable prices.

Q2 Why is the government advising airlines to keep airfares reasonable during the festive season?

• ATo increase airline profits
• BTo ensure people who wish to travel can do so affordablyCorrect
• CTo discourage travel during the festive season
• DTo promote international tourism only

Explanation The government wants to ensure that people who wish to travel during the festive season can do so without facing high costs.

Q3 Which of the following actions is the government taking regarding airlines for the festive season?

• AImposing fines on airlines charging high prices
• BIn touch with airlines emphasizing reasonable pricingCorrect
• CTaking over airline operations temporarily
• DProviding direct subsidies to airlines

Explanation The government is in communication with airlines, emphasizing the need for reasonable airfare rates.

Q1 What is Fitch Ratings' revised growth forecast for India in FY27?

• A6.6%
• B6.9%Correct
• C7%
• D7.2%

Explanation Fitch Ratings raised India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.9% as per the report.

Q2 Which factor did S&P Global Ratings cite as a reason for raising India's FY27 growth forecast?

• ADecline in exports
• BRobust industrial activityCorrect
• CLower government investment
• DWeak consumption

Explanation S&P Global Ratings attributed the growth revision to robust industrial activity, among other factors.

Q3 What do both Fitch and S&P expect regarding interest rates in India for FY27?

• AStable interest rates
• BLower interest rates
• CHigher interest ratesCorrect
• DNo comment on interest rates

Explanation Both agencies expect higher interest rates, with S&P specifically expecting an RBI rate hike.

Q1 Which regulatory body initiated penal action against Amazon, Zepto, and other platforms for food safety violations?

• AFSSAICorrect
• BSEBI
• CTRAI
• DIRDAI

Explanation The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) initiated the penal action against these platforms.

Q2 What were the primary reasons for FSSAI's action against platforms like Amazon and Zepto?

• AMisleading food claims and sale of restricted productsCorrect
• BData privacy violations
• CTax evasion
• DUnfair trade practices

Explanation FSSAI's action was due to food safety violations including misleading claims and selling restricted food products.

Q3 Which of the following platforms was NOT mentioned as facing FSSAI action?

• AFlipkart India
• BBigBasket
• CMyntraCorrect
• DSwiggy Instamart

Explanation Myntra was not mentioned; the platforms facing action include Amazon, Zepto, Swiggy Instamart, BigBasket, and Flipkart India.