Daily Current Affairs Quiz 27th September, 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 27 September 2026

Q1. Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant inaugurated the country’s first Victim Rights Centre to provide legal rights, counselling, and psychological support under one roof as a one-year pilot project. In which location was this first-of-its-kind centre established?

(a) Ranchi, Jharkhand

(b) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

(d) Jaipur, Rajasthan

(e) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Answer: a

Solution:

Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant inaugurated India’s first Victim Rights Centre in Patna.
The centre has been established on the premises of the Bihar State Legal Services Authority (BSLSA).
It will provide legal rights, essential assistance, psychological support and counselling to victims of various crimes under one roof.
The centre will also cater to “invisible victims” who may face difficulties in accessing justice and support.
It has been launched as a one-year pilot project in Patna district.
The initiative is planned to be extended to all districts of Bihar after the pilot phase.

Q2. The Indian women’s kabaddi team maintained an unbeaten run to win the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games. Which country did India defeat in the final by a 37-34 margin at the Tokai Citizen Gymnasium?

(a) South Korea

(b) Japan

(d) Iran

(e) Thailand

Answer: d

Solution:

The Indian women’s kabaddi team won the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games.
India defeated Iran 37–34 in the final at Tokai Citizen Gymnasium, Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
India remained unbeaten throughout the tournament.
This was India’s third gold medal of the ongoing Asian Games at the time of the event.

Q3. Who won India’s first-ever medal in the women’s pole vault event at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, securing a bronze medal with a best clearance of 4.15 metres?

(a) Rosy Meena Paulraj

(b) Baranica Elangovan

(d) Khyati Vakharia

(e) V. S. Surekha

Answer: b

Solution:

Indian athlete Baranica Elangovan won the bronze medal in women’s pole vault at the 2026 Asian Games.
She cleared 4.15 metres to secure the podium finish.
It was India’s first-ever medal in pole vault at the Asian Games.

Q4. According to the Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026, which city secured the top overall spot globally, and what was Delhi’s overall ranking among the 1,000 evaluated cities?

(a) London; Delhi ranked 268th

(b) New York; Delhi ranked 268th

(d) New York; Delhi ranked 330th

(e) Seattle; Delhi ranked 381st

Answer: b

Solution:

Delhi ranked 268th among 1,000 cities in the Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026.
The index is an annual report by Oxford Economics that evaluates cities on Economics, Human Capital, Quality of Life, Environment and Governance.
New York topped the index, followed by London, Paris, Seattle and San Francisco.
Among Indian cities, Delhi ranked highest, followed by Bengaluru (311), Mumbai (330), Chennai (381), Hyderabad (421) and Pune (427).
Around 100 Indian cities featured in the global ranking, while 55 Indian cities were among the world’s top 100 fastest-growing city economies.
Delhi ranked 13th globally in Human Capital and is currently the world’s 63rd-largest city economy.
Mumbai ranked 23rd globally for corporate headquarters and was India’s leading city on this measure.
Bengaluru climbed 20 places to 311th and was named a “City to Watch.”
The source identifies inadequate infrastructure, quality of life and income inequality as major challenges for Indian cities.

Q5. Under Section 73 of the Indian Ports Act, 2025, Paradip Port was designated as a “Mega Port” on September 25, 2026. What unique status does Paradip Port hold following this notification?

(a) It is the largest private port in India.

(b) It is the only Mega Port on India’s eastern coast.

(d) It is the world’s largest coal-handling terminal.

(e) It is the only port with direct rail connectivity to North-East India.

Answer: b

Solution:

Paradip Port has been designated as a “Mega Port” under the Indian Ports Act, 2025.
It is the only Mega Port on India’s eastern coast.
The notification was issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways on 25 September 2026.
Paradip Port met the structural and operational criteria prescribed under Section 73 of the Indian Ports Act, 2025.
Other designated Mega Ports are Deendayal Port (Kandla), Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) and Mundra Port.

Q6. The foundation stone for India’s first port-based e-methanol plant was laid at Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla, Gujarat. What is the capital contribution ratio between DPA and Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd. (APCL) for this ₹2,300 crore project?

(a) 50:50

(b) 60:40

(d) 76:24

(e) 80:20

Answer: d

Solution:

The foundation stone of India’s first port-based e-methanol plant was laid at Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, Gujarat.
The project is a joint initiative of Deendayal Port Authority and Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd. (APCL).
The plant will have a total capacity of 150 tonnes per day.
It will use renewable power, water and biogenic CO₂ to produce e-methanol, a green fuel for cleaner shipping.
The e-methanol will be supplied to vessels operating on the Asia-Europe International Trade Corridor.
The total project investment is ₹2,300 crore, with DPA and APCL contributing in a 76:24 ratio.
Phase I will add 50 tonnes/day at ₹1,200 crore, while Phase II will add 100 tonnes/day at ₹1,100 crore.
The project is expected to create more than 3,500 direct and indirect jobs.

Q7. Who was appointed as the Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet in September, 2026?

(a) Narayan Dewasi

(b) Mandeep Bhandari

(d) Sarbananda Sonowal

(e) Jayadeva Kumar

Answer: b

Solution:

Mandeep Bhandari, a 2001-batch IAS officer, has been appointed Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
The appointment was notified by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) on 25 September 2026.

Q8. The International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons is observed annually on September 26. In which year did the UN General Assembly designate this day through Resolution?

(a) 2010

(b) 2012

(d) 2015

(e) 2018

Answer: c

Solution:

The International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons is observed annually on 26 September.
It aims to raise awareness about the dangers of nuclear weapons and promote total nuclear disarmament.
The UN General Assembly declared the day through Resolution 68/32 in December 2013.
The observance follows the High-Level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on Nuclear Disarmament, held on 26 September 2013.

Q9. Shri Narayan Dewasi took charge as a Member of the Governing Body of the Development and Welfare Board for De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC). The Development and Welfare Board for Denotified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC) was constituted by the Government of India in which year?

(a) 2014

(b) 2016

(d) 2021

(e) 2023

Answer: c

Solution:

Shri Narayan Dewasi assumed charge as a Member of the Governing Body of the Development and Welfare Board for De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC) on 25 September 2026.
He has been appointed for a three-year tenure, or until further orders.
The DWBDNC was constituted by the Government of India in 2019 and is registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.
Its headquarters is located in New Delhi.
The Governing Body includes representatives from the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Department of School Education, along with five eminent persons associated with de-notified, nomadic and semi-nomadic communities.

Q10. The 4th Edition of the Bharat CPSEs’ Consultative Conclave (24–26 September 2026) was inaugurated under the Mission Karmayogi framework at Vadodara. Which university served as the Strategic Knowledge Partner for this event?

(a) Rashtriya Raksha University

(b) National Rail and Transportation Institute

(d) Indian Institute of Infrastructure Studies

(e) Gujarat Technological University

Answer: c

Solution:

The Capacity Building Commission (CBC), in collaboration with the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE), Ministry of Finance, inaugurated the 4th Bharat CPSEs’ Consultative Conclave.
The three-day conclave is being held from 24–26 September 2026 at Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, Vadodara.
It is organised under the Mission Karmayogi framework, with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya as the Strategic Knowledge Partner.
More than 26 senior officers from 15 CPSEs are participating.
The thematic focus is on Transportation, Logistics and Infrastructure.
The conclave aligns with the “Sapta Dhara” vision for Viksit Bharat, under which Gati Shakti represents the fourth stream focused on sustainable, world-class infrastructure