Daily Current Affairs 25 September 2026

Q1 How much cumulative incentive has the government disbursed under the PLI schemes as of June 30, 2026?

• A₹36,754 croreCorrect
• B₹1.91 lakh crore
• C₹2.58 lakh crore
• D₹19,091 crore

Explanation The government has disbursed ₹36,754 crore as cumulative incentives under the PLI schemes as of June 30, 2026.

Q2 Which sector received ₹19,091 crore under the PLI schemes?

• AElectronics manufacturingCorrect
• BPharmaceuticals
• CAutomobile
• DTextiles

Explanation The electronics manufacturing sector received ₹19,091 crore under the PLI schemes.

Q3 What is the approved outlay for the PLI schemes launched in 2020?

• A₹1.91 lakh croreCorrect
• B₹36,754 crore
• C₹15.53 lakh crore
• D₹2.58 lakh crore

Explanation The approved outlay for the PLI schemes launched in 2020 is ₹1.91 lakh crore.

Q1 What is one key feature of the new bilateral investment treaty template proposed by the Indian Cabinet?

• AIt shortens the mandatory litigation timeframe before global arbitrationCorrect
• BIt increases the mandatory litigation timeframe to ten years
• CIt removes protections for outbound investments
• DIt eliminates India's taxation sovereignty

Explanation The new BIT template aims to substantially shorten the existing five-year mandatory litigation timeframe before companies can pursue global arbitration.

Q2 Besides shortening dispute resolution time, what is another objective of the revamped bilateral investment treaty framework?

• ATo expand protections for outbound investmentsCorrect
• BTo abolish India's judiciary sovereignty
• CTo increase red lines in negotiations
• DTo delay negotiations

Explanation The new framework aims to expand protections for outbound investments while preserving India's taxation and judiciary sovereignty and narrowing red lines.

Q1 Which sector is NOT mentioned as a focus of Adani Group's ₹1 lakh crore investment in West Bengal by 2035?

• AHealthcare
• BLogistics
• CEducationCorrect
• DPower generation and transmission

Explanation The sources mention healthcare, logistics, power generation and transmission, but do not mention education as a focus sector.

Q2 What significant healthcare project is included in Adani Group's investment plan in West Bengal?

• AA 2,000-bed medical institution in New TownCorrect
• BA new medical college in Kolkata
• CA chain of primary health centres
• DA cancer research institute

Explanation The Adani Group plans to build a 2,000-bed medical institution in New Town as part of its investment.

Q3 Which company currently holds the monopoly in power distribution in Kolkata that Adani Group aims to challenge?

• ATata Power
• BR.P. Sanjiv Goenka GroupCorrect
• CReliance Power
• DNTPC

Explanation The R.P. Sanjiv Goenka Group currently holds the monopoly in power distribution in Kolkata, which Adani Group plans to enter through CESC.

Q1 What is one of the key proposals by IRDAI regarding insurance distribution norms?

• AConducting cost audits and safeguards against indirect paymentsCorrect
• BIncreasing the maximum commission limits for all products
• CRemoving all rewards for sales in under-served areas
• DAllowing unrestricted indirect payments to distributors

Explanation IRDAI proposed cost audits and safeguards against indirect payments to ensure accountability for distribution costs.

Q2 What incentive does IRDAI propose to encourage insurance sales in under-served areas?

• AA system of rewards over and above normal commission limitsCorrect
• BReducing commission rates for sales in urban areas
• CMandatory direct payments to distributors only
• DEliminating commissions for under-served areas

Explanation IRDAI proposed a reward system beyond normal commission limits to promote sales in under-served areas.

Q1 What did Oil Minister Hardeep Puri say about the West Asia crisis in September 2026?

• AThe crisis is over and resolved
• BThe crisis is not over and may escalate furtherCorrect
• CThe crisis has no impact on global oil supply
• DThe crisis has led to a shortage of crude oil globally

Explanation Hardeep Puri stated that the West Asia crisis is not over and has the potential to escalate further.

Q2 What is India's position on foreign investment in its refineries according to Oil Minister Hardeep Puri?

• AIndia urgently needs foreign investment in refineries
• BIndia does not need foreign investment despite interestCorrect
• CIndia has banned all foreign investments in refineries
• DIndia is seeking foreign investment to expand refineries

Explanation The minister mentioned that although there is interest from outside for investing in India’s refineries, the country does not need it.

Q3 What assurance did the Oil Minister give regarding crude oil supply?

• AThere is a global shortage of crude oil
• BCrude oil supply is sufficient to meet global demandCorrect
• CIndia will face crude oil scarcity soon
• DOnly West Asia can supply enough crude oil

Explanation The minister assured that there is enough crude oil supply globally to meet demand.

Q1 Which of the following states is NOT among the top five beneficiaries of the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund loans?

• AMadhya Pradesh
• BMaharashtra
• CTamil NaduCorrect
• DPunjab

Explanation The top five beneficiary states are Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Gujarat; Tamil Nadu is not listed among them.

Q2 What percentage of approved ventures under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund are projects by individual farmers?

• ANearly 59%Correct
• BAbout 45%
• COver 70%
• DExactly 50%

Explanation Projects by individual farmers account for nearly 59% of the approved ventures under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund.

Q3 What is the primary focus of the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund as indicated by the government data?

• APost-harvest efficiencyCorrect
• BIrrigation infrastructure
• CSeed production
• DLivestock development

Explanation The Agriculture Infrastructure Fund targets improvements in post-harvest efficiency, including farm storage and cold chain infrastructure.

Q1 Which trade deal did India recently finalize according to Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal?

• AIndia-US trade dealCorrect
• BIndia-European Union trade deal
• CIndia-Gulf Cooperation Council trade deal
• DIndia-Canada trade deal

Explanation Piyush Goyal stated that the India-US trade deal is 'done and dusted,' indicating its finalization.

Q2 Besides the US, which of the following regions or countries is India progressing with on trade agreements?

• AEuropean UnionCorrect
• BBrazil
• CAustralia
• DSouth Africa

Explanation Goyal mentioned progress with the European Union, among others, on trade agreements.

Q3 What is the current focus after finalizing the India-US trade deal as per Piyush Goyal?

• AExecution and gaining competitive advantageCorrect
• BNegotiating tariffs
• CSigning new agreements with African nations
• DIncreasing import duties

Explanation Goyal emphasized that after finalizing the deal, the focus is on execution and achieving a competitive advantage.

Q1 From October 1, what can buyers use instead of TAN for TDS compliance in non-resident immovable property transfers?

• APAN and Form 141Correct
• BAadhaar and Form 16
• CPassport and Form 26AS
• DVoter ID and Form 15G

Explanation The Income Tax Department has allowed buyers to use PAN and Form 141 instead of TAN for TDS compliance from October 1.

Q2 Which of the following will NOT apply under the new TDS rules for non-resident immovable property transfers?

• A₹50 lakh threshold and 1% rateCorrect
• BPAN requirement
• CForm 141 submission
• DUse of TAN

Explanation The ₹50 lakh threshold and 1% TDS rate will not apply under the new rules.

Q1 Which medal did India's 4x400m mixed relay team win at the Asian Games 2026?

• AGold
• BSilverCorrect
• CBronze
• DNo medal

Explanation The 4x400m mixed relay team of Vishal, Poovamma, Manu, and Vithya won the silver medal.

Q2 In which event did Seema win a bronze medal at the Asian Games 2026?

• AWomen's 5,000m
• BWomen's 10,000mCorrect
• CWomen's 1,500m
• DWomen's marathon

Explanation Seema won the bronze medal in the women's 10,000m event in her maiden Asian Games.

Q3 Which sport did Roshibina Devi Naorem represent when she won a silver medal at the Asian Games 2026?

• AAthletics
• BBadminton
• CWushuCorrect
• DShooting

Explanation Roshibina Devi Naorem won a silver medal in the women's 60kg sanda event in Wushu.

Q1 Which medal did Roshibina Devi Naorem win in the women's sanda 60kg event at the 2026 Asian Games?

• AGold
• BSilverCorrect
• CBronze
• DNo medal

Explanation Roshibina Devi Naorem won the silver medal in the women's sanda 60kg final at the 2026 Asian Games.

Q2 Who defeated Roshibina Devi Naorem in the women's sanda 60kg final at the 2026 Asian Games?

• AA Japanese athlete
• BAn Indian athlete
• CChina's ZhangCorrect
• DA South Korean athlete

Explanation Roshibina lost to China's Zhang in the women's sanda 60kg final at the 2026 Asian Games.

Q3 What significance did Roshibina's silver medal hold for her inclusion in the Indian squad?

• AIt was her first international medal
• BIt vindicated her last-minute inclusion in the squadCorrect
• CIt was a team event medal
• DIt was won in a different weight category

Explanation The silver medal vindicated Roshibina's last-minute inclusion in the Indian squad for the Asian Games.

Q1 What is the estimated investment announced by Gautam Adani for the Adani Arogya Mandir project in West Bengal?

• A₹2,000 crore
• B₹3,000 crore
• C₹4,000 croreCorrect
• D₹5,000 crore

Explanation Gautam Adani announced an investment of over ₹4,000 crore for the Adani Arogya Mandir project.

Q2 How many beds will the healthcare facility at Adani Arogya Mandir have?

• A1,000 beds
• B1,500 beds
• C2,000 bedsCorrect
• D2,500 beds

Explanation The Adani Arogya Mandir project includes a 2,000-bed healthcare facility.

Q3 What is one of the key features of the Adani Arogya Mandir apart from the hospital beds?

• AA sports complex
• BA medical collegeCorrect
• CA shopping mall
• DA film studio

Explanation The project will reportedly include a medical college and advanced research amenities.

Q1 What is the key emphasis of the draft National Electricity Policy?

• AEnhancing grid flexibility amid renewable energy integrationCorrect
• BIncreasing coal-based power generation
• CReducing electricity demand from data centres
• DPromoting nuclear energy exclusively

Explanation The draft policy emphasizes enhancing grid flexibility to manage growing renewable energy integration.

Q2 Which sectors' growing electricity demand is highlighted in the draft National Electricity Policy?

• AAutomobile manufacturing and textile industries
• BData centres and green hydrogen plantsCorrect
• CCoal mining and thermal power plants
• DAgriculture and fisheries

Explanation The policy notes potential demand growth from data centres and green hydrogen plants.

Q1 When will Denmark's new work permit route for Indian nationals come into effect?

• A1 January 2027Correct
• B1 January 2026
• C1 July 2027
• D1 December 2026

Explanation Denmark's new work permit route for Indian nationals will start from 1 January 2027.

Q2 What is the salary threshold for Indian nationals to qualify for Denmark's new work visa?

• A₹47 lakhCorrect
• B₹30 lakh
• C₹50 lakh
• D₹40 lakh

Explanation The salary threshold for the new Denmark work visa scheme is ₹47 lakh.

Q3 How many countries, including India, are eligible for Denmark's new work permit route?

• A16Correct
• B10
• C20
• D12

Explanation Denmark's new work permit route allows certified employers to hire from 16 countries, including India.

Q1 What key topics did EAM S Jaishankar discuss with European partners at the UNGA?

• AUkraine conflict, India-EU FTA, bilateral tiesCorrect
• BClimate change, India-China border, trade tariffs
• CGlobal health, India-Africa relations, technology transfer
• DMaritime security, India-Russia ties, space cooperation

Explanation EAM Jaishankar discussed the Ukraine conflict, India-EU Free Trade Agreement, and bilateral ties with European partners.

Q2 When is EAM S Jaishankar scheduled to address the United Nations General Assembly?

• ASeptember 26Correct
• BSeptember 24
• COctober 1
• DSeptember 30

Explanation S Jaishankar is set to address the UNGA on September 26.