Daily Current Affairs Quiz 3rd September, 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams

Daily Current Affairs: 3 September 2026

Q1. Ahead of Ayurveda Day (observed on September 23), the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, launched a special digital dialogue series to promote the scientific perspectives and global relevance of Ayurveda. What is the name of this digital dialogue series?

(a) AyurSamvaad

(b) AyurVarta

(c) AyushCharcha

(d) AyurGyan

(e) AyurManthan

Answer: b

Solution:

• The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Ayush, has launched ‘AyurVarta’.
• AyurVarta is a special digital dialogue series aimed at taking authentic knowledge, scientific perspectives and the contemporary relevance of Ayurveda to wider audiences in India and abroad.
• The initiative has been launched ahead of Ayurveda Day, which will be observed on 23 September 2026.
• The series will feature conversations with leading experts on:
  • Ayurveda and contemporary healthcare challenges
  • Scientific research
  • Education
  • Clinical practice
  • Global relevance of Ayurveda

Q2. As part of its 9th Foundation Day initiatives, IPPB introduced a new merchant payment solution designed to strengthen everyday digital payment acceptance. What is the name of this solution?

(a) PostPay QR

(b) IPPB Sound Pay

(c) DakPay Sound Box

(d) Postal Merchant Box

(e) Dak Audio Box

Answer: c

Solution:

• India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) marked its 9th Foundation Day on 1 September 2026.
• IPPB was established with the vision of bringing banking closer to every citizen, using the extensive India Post network and digital technology.
• It has developed a last-mile financial services model connecting citizens with banking, digital payments, government benefits and other essential financial services.
• On the occasion, IPPB launched the DakPay Sound Box for Merchants to simplify and strengthen everyday digital payment acceptance.
• IPPB also launched a Digital Insurance Technology Platform to connect customers with insurance opportunities across Life, Health and General Insurance.
• A Digital Mutual Fund Platform was also introduced to provide customers with a simple, accessible and seamless digital investment experience.
• These initiatives expand IPPB’s services from everyday banking and payments to insurance, investment and financial security.

About India Post Payments Bank

• Established: 1 September 2018
• Pilot Operations: 30 January 2017
• Established Under: Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications
• Ownership: 100% equity owned by the Government of India

Q3. Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma recently created history by becoming the first non-medical woman officer in the Indian Armed Forces to achieve the two-star rank (Air Vice Marshal or equivalent). On September 1, 2026, which position did she assume at Air Headquarters?

(a) Director General of Medical Services (Air)

(b) Assistant Chief of the Air Staff (Personnel)

(c) Assistant Chief of the Air Staff (Education)

(d) Inspector General of the Indian Air Force

(e) Deputy Chief of the Air Staff

Answer: c

Solution:

• Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma became the first woman officer (non-medical) in the Indian Defence Forces to attain the rank of Air Vice Marshal or equivalent.
• She assumed the appointment of Assistant Chief of the Air Staff (Education) at Air Headquarters on 1 September 2026.
• Her elevation marks a historic milestone for women in the Indian Defence Forces.

Q4. Air Marshal Vivek Hande, AVSM, VSM, assumed charge of which of the following vital leadership appointments on September 01, 2026, on permanent secondment to the Indian Air Force?

(a) Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS)

(b) Director General Medical Services (Air)

(c) Commandant of Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC)

(d) Chief of the Air Staff (Medical)

(e) Additional Director General Medical Services (Navy)

Answer: b

Solution:
Air Marshal Vivek Hande, AVSM, VSM, took over as the Director General Medical Services (Air) on September 01, 2026 on permanent secondment to the Indian Air Force.

Q5. Who assumed charge as the Air Officer-in-Charge Maintenance (AOM) of the IAF on September 01, 2026?

(a) Air Marshal Sanjiv Ghuratia

(b) Air Marshal KAA Sanjeeb

(c) Air Marshal Vivek Hande

(d) Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma

(e) Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit

Answer: b

Solution:

Air Marshal KAA Sanjeeb AVSM VSM assumed the charge of Air Officer-in-Charge Maintenance of the Indian Air Force (IAF) on 01 September 2026.

Q6. The historic Gollala Gudi Temple (Gollalagudi), which was declared a Monument of National Importance by the Union Ministry of Culture and Tourism in September 2026, is situated in which district of Telangana?

(a) Hanumakonda

(b) Warangal

(c) Bhadradri Kothagudem

(d) Mulugu

(e) Khammam

Answer: d

Solution:

• Gollalagudi Temple, also known as Gollala Gudi, is located in Palampet village, Mulugu district, Telangana.
• The temple was declared a Monument of National Importance through a Gazette Notification issued by the Union Ministry of Culture and Tourism on 1 September 2026.
• Following the declaration, the number of Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)-protected monuments in Telangana increased to 10.

Q7. The Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) upgraded India’s sovereign long-term issuer rating by one notch in September 2026. What is India’s revised rating grade?

(a) BBB

(b) BBB+

(c) AA-

(d) A+

(e) A-

Answer: e

Solution:

• The Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) upgraded India’s sovereign credit rating by one notch, from BBB+ to A-.
• JCR cited sustained high economic growth, a stronger financial system, and policies aimed at improving productivity and economic development as key reasons for the upgrade.
• JCR assigned a Stable outlook to both India’s foreign currency and local currency long-term issuer ratings.
• According to JCR, India’s economy has maintained growth of around 7%, supported by robust private consumption and public investment.
• The agency highlighted policy measures such as the development of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST).
• These measures were credited with strengthening India’s economic foundations.

Q8. What was the gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection recorded by India in August 2026?

(a) ₹1,74,116 crore

(b) ₹1,86,500 crore

(c) ₹1,99,853 crore

(d) ₹2,11,000 crore

(e) ₹1,68,057 crore

Answer: c

Solution:

• Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue rose 14.8% year-on-year (YoY) to ₹1,99,853 crore in August 2026, according to provisional government data.
• Net GST revenue, after refunds, increased 8.3% YoY to ₹1,68,057 crore, compared with ₹1,55,181 crore in August 2025.
• The increase in gross GST collections was driven by both domestic transactions and imports.
• Gross revenue from domestic transactions grew 9.3% YoY to ₹1,37,249 crore, compared with ₹1,25,570 crore in August 2025.

Q9. Who was appointed by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust as the first full-time Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya?

(a) Nripendra Misra

(b) Air Marshal (retd) Jeetendra Mishra

(c) Champat Rai

(d) K. Parasaran

(e) Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma

Answer: b

Solution:

• The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust appointed Air Marshal (Retd.) Jeetendra Mishra as the first full-time Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
• His appointment is aimed at strengthening the administrative and operational management of the temple.
• Jeetendra Mishra is a former Air Marshal of the Indian Air Force.

Q10. Who among the following has been approved for the prestigious Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award 2024 in the ‘Lifetime Achievement’ category?

(a) Ms. Baljeet Kaur

(b) Shri Skalzang Rigzin

(c) Shri Rimo Saha

(d) Shri Shiv Prasad Chamoli

(e) Shri Narendra Kumar

Answer: d

Solution:

• The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, announced the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Awards (TNNAA) 2024.
• The awards recognise outstanding achievements in adventure and promote endurance, risk-taking, teamwork, and quick and effective decision-making in challenging situations.
• The awards cover four categories: Land Adventure, Water Adventure, Air Adventure, and Lifetime Achievement.
• The Government approved four awardees for TNNAA 2024.
• The awardees will receive the honour from the President of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan, along with the National Sports Awards 2025.
• Each awardee will receive a statuette, certificate, and ₹15 lakh prize money.
• The selections were made on the recommendations of the National Selection Committee, which scrutinised and evaluated the nominations.

TNNAA 2024 Awardees