Daily Current Affairs Quiz 4th August 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 4 August, 2026

Q1. In August 2026, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced key diplomatic reassignments to strengthen India’s strategic, economic, and maritime presence in West Asia. Who among the following 2002-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officers has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Islamic Republic of Iran?

(a) Shri Vishwesh Negi

(b) Shri Randhir Jaiswal

(d) Shri Prashant Pise

(e) Shri Parvathaneni Harish

Answer: a

Solution:

Recently, in August, 2026, Shri Vishwesh Negi (IFS: 2002), has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Q2. Seventeen-year-old Indian shuttler Tanvi Sharma announced her arrival on the international stage by clinching her maiden BWF World Tour title at the Taipei Open Super 300 in August 2026. Who among the following players did she defeat in straight games in the women’s singles final match?

(a) An Se-young

(b) Nguyen Thuy Linh

(d) Gregoria Mariska Tunjung

(e) Ratchanok Intanon

Answer: b

Solution:

India’s Tanvi Sharma won her maiden BWF World Tour title by clinching the women’s singles crown at the Taipei Open Super 300 on 2 August 2026.
In the final, the 17-year-old defeated sixth seed Nguyen Thuy Linh of Vietnam in straight games 21–16, 21–16.
With this victory, Tanvi Sharma became the youngest-ever Taipei Open women’s singles champion, surpassing Taiwan’s Tai Tzu Ying.
She also became the first Indian woman to win the Taipei Open women’s singles title since Saina Nehwal, who won the tournament in 2008.
The title marks Tanvi Sharma’s first BWF World Tour title and a significant milestone in her emerging international badminton career.

Q3. The Indian Air Force (IAF) concluded the Exercise ROTOR CLAP III in August, 2026, aimed at testing combat preparedness against emerging aerial threats. At which strategic location in India was this military drill conducted?

(a) Mahajan Field Firing Range, Bikaner

(b) Pokhran Field Firing Range, Jaisalmer

(d) Umroi Military Station, Meghalaya

(e) Khas Yoma Firing Range, Arunachal Pradesh

Answer: b

Solution:

The Indian Air Force (IAF) concluded the week-long Exercise ROTOR CLAP III on 2 August 2026 at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan.

About Exercise ROTOR CLAP III

Exercise ROTOR CLAP III is a specialised helicopter exercise conducted by the Indian Air Force (IAF).
The theme of the exercise was “Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (Counter-UAS)”, focusing on countering emerging drone threats.
It was held at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan.
ROTOR CLAP III is the third edition of the Indian Air Force’s rotary-wing exercise series dedicated to counter-drone operations.
The exercise brought together helicopter units from across the IAF to validate operational concepts against emerging aerial threats and enhance combat preparedness in a dynamic battlefield environment.

Q4. The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation hosted the two-day Meeting of Heads of National Statistical Offices (NSO) of BRICS countries in August 2026. Which Indian city served as the host venue for this high-level statistical convergence held under India’s BRICS Chairship?

(a) New Delhi

(b) Bengaluru

(d) Gandhinagar

(e) Hyderabad

Answer: c

Solution:

The Meeting of Heads of National Statistical Offices (NSOs) of BRICS Countries will be held under India’s BRICS Chairship on 3–4 August 2026 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
The meeting will bring together Heads of National Statistical Offices from the 11 BRICS member countries: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates (UAE)
India’s BRICS Chairship 2026 is guided by the overarching theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability (BRICS).”
Under the BRICS Statistics Track, India has adopted the theme “Quality Statistics as Driver of Change.”
The theme reflects India’s commitment to high-quality data, statistical innovation, effective dissemination of official statistics and people-centric statistical systems.

Q5. Indian Organ Donation Day is celebrated annually on August 3 to commemorate a landmark achievement in the country’s medical history—India’s first successful deceased-donor heart transplant, performed at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. In which year was this historic surgery conducted?

(a) 1988

(b) 1991

(d) 1998

(e) 1994

Answer: e

Solution:

Indian Organ Donation Day is observed annually on 3 August.
The day commemorates India’s first successful deceased-donor heart transplant, which was performed on 3 August 1994.
It is observed to honour the selfless organ donors and their families, whose decision to donate organs has given countless patients a second chance at life.
The observance also aims to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation, encourage voluntary organ donation and promote public participation in saving lives through organ and tissue donation.

Q6. On the occasion of the 16th Indian Organ Donation Day in August 2026, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel launched a year-long nationwide initiative to honor deceased organ donors and their families. What is the official name of this public awareness campaign?

(a) Angdaan Mahotsav

(b) Jug Jug Jiyo Campaign

(d) Ayushman Bharat Organ Drive

(e) Swasthya Raksha Pledging Movement

Answer: b

Solution:

On the occasion of the 16th Indian Organ Donation Day, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel launched the year-long ‘Jug Jug Jiyo’ Campaign.
The ‘Jug Jug Jiyo’ Campaign aims to honour organ donors and their families while promoting awareness and encouraging voluntary organ donation across the country.
On the same occasion, the Minister also launched e-Pratyaropan, India’s next-generation national digital platform ecosystem for organ and tissue donation and transplantation.
e-Pratyaropan is designed to strengthen the country’s organ transplantation ecosystem through a technology-enabled, integrated digital platform for organ and tissue donation and transplantation.

Q7. The Indian Navy marked a significant milestone in indigenous shipbuilding with the launch of DSC A24, the fifth and final vessel under the Diving Support Craft project. Which private defense and engineering firm built these specialized craft at its Kolkata facility?

(a) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE)

(b) Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)

(d) Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL)

(e) Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL)

Answer: d

Solution:

DSC A24, the fifth and final vessel of the Diving Support Craft (DSC) Project, was launched on 1 August 2026 at Titagarh, Kolkata, West Bengal.
The vessel was launched by Mrs. Kamal Singh in the presence of Vice Admiral Gurcharan Singh, Chief of Personnel, along with senior officials of the Indian Navy and M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL).
The launch ceremony was conducted with full naval traditions and ceremonial splendour.

About the Diving Support Craft (DSC) Project

The Diving Support Craft (DSC) is being constructed by M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL), Kolkata, for the Indian Navy.
DSC A24 is the fifth and final ship in the five-vessel project.
The craft features a catamaran-hull design, providing enhanced stability and operational efficiency.
It has an approximate displacement of 300–400 tonnes.
The catamaran hull offers superior stability, larger deck area and improved sea-keeping characteristics, making it well-suited for diving operations.
The vessel has been designed and built in accordance with the Naval Rules and Regulations of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).

Q8. Rupakheda village, located in the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, has gained national prominence as a pioneer in protected floriculture and hi-tech horticulture. By what popular nickname is this village now commonly referred to in the state?

(a) Mini Israel of Central India

(b) Mini Holland of Madhya Pradesh

(d) Polyhouse Hub of Central India

(e) Green Village of Vindhyas

Answer: b

Solution:

Rupakheda village in Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, is emerging as a model of modern protected farming and is popularly known as the “Mini Holland of Madhya Pradesh” due to its successful floriculture (flower cultivation).
Earlier, farmers in the village mainly cultivated traditional crops such as wheat, gram, maize and soybean.
Today, farmers cultivate roses, gerbera, lilies and other flowers, along with high-quality vegetables, using polyhouses and shade net houses.
The village currently has 44 polyhouses and 13 shade net houses.
Protected cultivation under controlled environmental conditions has significantly increased agricultural productivity and farmers’ income.
Under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) of the Government of India, farmers received financial assistance for establishing polyhouses and shade net houses.
The adoption of modern horticulture practices has helped conserve water, improve crop quality, and enhance overall yield.
With the support of the Horticulture Department and the efforts of local farmers, Rupakheda has become a successful model of protected farming in Madhya Pradesh.

Q9. In August, 2026, an aviation industry veteran and former Director General of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) officially assumed charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of India’s largest commercial airline, IndiGo. Who among the following officers has taken charge of this leadership role?

(a) Shri Pieter Elbers

(b) Shri Willie Walsh

(d) Shri Ronojoy Dutta

(e) Shri Vinai Thummalapalli

Answer: b

Solution:

Willie Walsh assumed charge as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IndiGo on 3 August 2026.
He succeeded Pieter Elbers, marking the beginning of a new phase of leadership for India’s largest airline.
Willie Walsh brings extensive experience from leading some of the world’s major airlines and serving in senior leadership at the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Under his leadership, IndiGo aims to accelerate its international expansion, strengthen operational excellence, and enhance customer service.

Q10. India concluded a successful campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games held in Glasgow, Scotland, securing the fourth spot in the overall medal tally behind Australia, England, and Canada. How many total medals did the Indian contingent win at the Games, and what was the exact breakdown of Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals?

(a) 35 medals (10 Gold, 15 Silver, 10 Bronze)

(b) 39 medals (13 Gold, 17 Silver, 9 Bronze)

(d) 39 medals (15 Gold, 11 Silver, 13 Bronze)

(e) 45 medals (13 Gold, 20 Silver, 12 Bronze)

Answer: b

Solution:

India concluded a successful campaign at the Commonwealth Games 2026 held in Glasgow, Scotland, finishing fourth in the overall medal standings.
India secured a total of 39 medals, comprising 13 gold, 17 silver and 9 bronze medals.
Despite the 2026 Commonwealth Games featuring fewer sports and event formats than previous editions, India delivered an improved performance in the disciplines in which it competed.
The strong medal haul reflects the steady growth and development of Indian sports, showcasing enhanced performances across multiple disciplines