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

Daily Current Affairs: 4 October 2026

Q1. Who became the first Indian woman golfer to win an individual gold medal at the Asian Games by finishing with a 15-under 265 total at the 2026 Games?

(a) Aditi Ashok

(b) Diksha Dagar

(d) Tvesa Malik

(e) Avani Prashanth

Answer: c

Solution:

Pranavi Urs became the first Indian woman golfer to win an individual gold medal at the Asian Games.
The 23-year-old golfer from Mysore finished the final round with an even-par 70.
She recorded a four-day total of 15-under 265, winning by a one-stroke margin.
Despite a triple bogey on the third hole, she recovered with three birdies to retain the lead.
Pranavi also contributed to India’s team silver medal, alongside Aditi Ashok and Diksha Dagar.
Her gold was India’s first Asian Games golf gold since Shiv Kapur’s men’s individual gold in 2002.

Q2. Which country did the Indian Men’s Cricket Team defeat by 19 runs in the final to win the Gold Medal in T20 cricket at the 20th Asian Games in Nisshin, Japan?

(a) Sri Lanka

(b) Afghanistan

(d) Pakistan

(e) Nepal

Answer: d

Solution:

India won the men’s T20 cricket gold medal at the Asian Games 2026.
India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan by 19 runs in the final at Nisshin, Japan.
India scored 211/6 after opting to bat first.
Abhishek Sharma top-scored with 61 off 28 balls, while Tilak Varma remained unbeaten on 51 off 22 balls. Shivam Dube contributed 27 off 14 balls.
Chasing 212, Pakistan scored 196/6 in 20 overs. Hasan Nawaz scored 96 runs for Pakistan.

Q3. The 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave was organized in New Delhi from October 3 to 5, 2026, under which central theme?

(a) Redefining the Future

(b) Navigating a World on Fire

(d) Resilience in an Age of Flux

(e) The Indian Era

Answer: d

Solution:

The 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC) 2026 is being held in New Delhi from 3–5 October 2026.
It is organised by the Institute of Economic Growth (IEG) in partnership with the Ministry of Finance.
Theme: “Resilience in an Age of Flux.”
The conclave brings together 180+ global experts from nearly 30 countries.
The Kautilya Economic Conclave was first convened in 2022.
IEG was founded by Professor V.K.R.V. Rao in 1952. Current President, Board of Trustees: N. K. Singh. Director of IEG: Professor Sabyasachi Kar.
Previous themes included “Redefining the Future” (2022), “Navigating a World on Fire” (2023), “The Indian Era” (2024) and “Seeking Prosperity in Turbulent Times” (2025).

Q4. Where is the headquarters of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), whose 153rd Assembly (October 2026) was attended by an Indian Parliamentary Delegation led by Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Shri Harivansh?

(a) Paris, France

(b) Geneva, Switzerland

(d) New York, USA

(e) Vienna, Austria

Answer: b

Solution:

An Indian Parliamentary Delegation led by Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh departed for Arusha, Tanzania.
The delegation will participate in the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and related meetings from 5–9 October 2026.
Theme: “Enhancing good governance and empowering communities through inclusivity, trust and opportunities for all.”
The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) was established in 1889 in Paris.
It is the international organisation of Parliaments and promotes parliamentary diplomacy, democracy, peace and sustainable development.
The IPU has 180 member parliaments and 15 associate members.
Its headquarters was moved to Geneva in 1921.
Its principal statutory body is the IPU Assembly, while the Governing Council serves as its plenary policymaking body.

Q5. NABKISAN Finance Limited listed India’s first Social Bond dedicated exclusively to the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). NABKISAN is a subsidiary of which financial institution?

(a) State Bank of India (SBI)

(b) Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)

(d) Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank)

(e) National Housing Bank (NHB)

Answer: c

Solution:

NABKISAN Finance Limited, a subsidiary of NABARD, listed India’s first Social Bond exclusively dedicated to the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector on 1 October 2026.
The bond was listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), Mumbai.
The issue was oversubscribed 1.8 times and enabled NABKISAN to raise ₹180 crore.
It has a five-year tenure, with a coupon rate of 8.10% and maturity in September 2031.
The bond carries CRISIL AAA (Stable) and CARE AAA (Stable) ratings.
Proceeds will support access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene solutions in rural and underserved communities.

Q6. Which marine oil terminal under the Mumbai Port Authority was declared India’s first plastic-free oil terminal during Swachhata Abhiyan 2026 on Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary?

(a) Deendayal Oil Jetty

(b) Jawahar Dweep Marine Oil Terminal

(d) Vizhinjam Marine Terminal

(e) Kamarajar Coal & Oil Berth

Answer: b

Solution:

Jawahar Dweep Marine Oil Terminal in Mumbai has been declared India’s first plastic-free oil terminal.
The declaration was made by the Mumbai Port Authority during Swachhata Abhiyan 2026.
The initiative was undertaken at Grey Gate, Indira Dock, Mumbai.
It aims to reduce single-use plastic and promote sustainable operations at Mumbai Port.

Q7. Under the state’s first tiger reintroduction project launched in October 2026, a 3-year-old Royal Bengal tigress was translocated to the Buxa Tiger Reserve. In which state and district is the Buxa Tiger Reserve located?

(a) Bihar (Paschim Champaran district)

(b) Assam (Baksa district)

(d) Odisha (Mayurbhanj district)

(e) Uttarakhand (Nainital district)

Answer: c

Solution:

A three-year-old Royal Bengal tigress, weighing around 150 kg, was released into Buxa Tiger Reserve, West Bengal, on 2 October 2026.
The tigress was translocated from Valmiki Tiger Reserve in Bihar.
The release marked the launch of West Bengal’s first tiger reintroduction project.
Buxa Tiger Reserve is located in Alipurduar district of West Bengal, in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas.
It lies within the Indo-Malayan biodiversity region.
Buxa was notified under Project Tiger in 1983 as the 15th tiger reserve in India.

Q8. Whwas appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, effective October 14, 2026?

(a) Anup Bagchi

(b) Sidharatha Mishra

(d) Sandeep Bakhshi

(e) Bimal N Patel

Answer: b

Solution:

Siddhartha Mishra was appointed Managing Director and CEO of ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company.
His appointment will be effective from 14 October 2026.
He will succeed Anup Bagchi, whose resignation takes effect on 13 October 2026.

Q123. 15-year-old Indian cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest person and the only Indian athlete named in which international publication’s 2026 list of rising global stars?

(a) Forbes 30 Under 30

(b) Fortune 40 Under 40

(d) TIME 100 Next

(e) Foreign Dynamic Youth Leader

Answer: d

Solution:

Indian teenage cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was named in TIME100 Next 2026.
The list recognises emerging individuals shaping the future.
At 15 years of age, Sooryavanshi is the youngest person selected for the 2026 list.
He is also the only Indian athlete and one of seven athletes featured in the list.
TIME placed him in the “Phenom” category.
He was recognised for his rapid rise from Bihar cricket to the IPL, India’s national team and the 2026 Under-19 World Cup.

Q124. National Wildlife Week 2026 was observed across India from 2nd to 8th October 2026 under which central theme?

(a) Coexistence with Wildlife: Our Shared Future

(b) Connecting Habitats, Thriving Wildlife

(d) Sustaining All Life on Earth

(e) Life Below Water: For People and Planet

Answer: b

Solution:

India observes Wildlife Week 2026 from 2–8 October.
The week promotes biodiversity conservation, habitat protection and public awareness.
Theme: “Connecting Habitats, Thriving Wildlife.”
The theme highlights the importance of ecological corridors for species survival and safe dispersal.
Wildlife Week encourages greater awareness of the need to protect habitats and biodiversity and promote coexistence between humans and wildlife.