Daily Current Affairs Quiz 9th October, 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 9 October 2026

Q1. The Indian Air Force (IAF) observed its 94th Air Force Day on 8 October 2026. What is the official theme for Indian Air Force Day 2026?

(a) Indian Air Force – Touch the Sky with Glory

(b) Indian Air Force – Infallible, Impervious and Precise

(d) Indian Air Force – Air Power Beyond Boundaries

(e) Indian Air Force – Modernising for Future Warfare

Answer: b

Solution:

Indian Air Force Day was observed on 8 October 2026, marking the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
The day commemorates the establishment of the Indian Air Force on 8 October 1932.
It honours the contribution of IAF personnel to India’s national security and air defence.
The theme of Indian Air Force Day 2026 is “Indian Air Force – Infallible, Impervious and Precise.”

Indian Air Force: Key Historical Facts

The Indian Air Force (IAF) was officially established on 8 October 1932 as an auxiliary unit of the Royal Air Force.
Its first squadron became operational on 1 April 1933 with six officers and four Westland Wapiti biplanes.
After independence in 1947, the IAF evolved from a small air wing into a modern and powerful aerial force.
The IAF played major roles in the 1947 Jammu & Kashmir operations, the 1965 and 1971 Indo-Pak wars, and the 1999 Kargil War.
2025 marked the 93rd anniversary of the Indian Air Force, highlighting its technological modernisation and global outreach.

IAF Motto & Emblem

Motto: “Nabhah Spriśam Deeptam” — “Touch the Sky with Glory.”
The motto is derived from the Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 11, Verse 24.
The IAF emblem features the Ashoka Chakra at its centre, wings on either side and the Lion Capital of Ashoka at the top.
The emblem and motto represent the IAF’s ideals of honour, courage, dedication, speed, power and freedom

Q2. World Post Day is celebrated annually on 9 October to mark the anniversary of the establishment of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874. Which city hosted the UPU Congress in 1969 where 9 October was officially declared as World Post Day?

(a) Bern, Switzerland

(b) Geneva, Switzerland

(d) Paris, France

(e) Vienna, Austria

Answer: c

Solution:

World Post Day is observed annually on 9 October, commemorating the establishment of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874 in Bern, Switzerland.
The day was declared World Post Day in 1969 at the UPU Congress held in Tokyo, Japan.
2026 Theme: “World Post Day: One postal network, infinite possibilities”.
The 2026 campaign highlights the strength of the united global postal network and its role in connecting people, businesses and communities.
The UPU will hold its annual World Post Day celebrations on 9 October 2026.

Q3. Paralympic champions Pramod Bhagat and Bhavina Patel have been named flag bearers for the Indian contingent at the Opening Ceremony of the Asian Para Games. In which host country and city will the Asian Para Games be held?

(a) Hangzhou, China

(b) Jakarta, Indonesia

(d) Tashkent, Uzbekistan

(e) Bangkok, Thailand

Answer: c

Solution:

Pramod Bhagat and Bhavina Patel will serve as flag bearers for India at the Opening Ceremony of the Asian Para Games 2026.
The Games will be held from 18–24 October 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
Para badminton player Pramod Bhagat has won 6 Asian Para Games medals — 2 gold and 4 bronze.
Para table tennis player Bhavina Patel has won 2 Asian Para Games medals — 1 silver and 1 bronze.

Q4. Prasar Bharati in partnership with In-Dot Sports Pvt Ltd announced the launch of the Kisan Cricket League (KCL) to discover rural talent. How many teams and matches will feature in the first season of the league?

(a) 5 teams and 30 matches

(b) 6 teams and 35 matches

(d) 8 teams and 50 matches

(e) 10 teams and 60 matches

Answer: c

Solution:

Prasar Bharati and In-Dot Sports Pvt. Ltd. announced the launch of the Kisan Cricket League (KCL).
KCL is a national sports and talent platform aimed at discovering cricketers and singers from rural India.
The first season will be held in February 2027, with registrations expected to open within 2–3 weeks.
The league will follow a 15-over white-ball professional cricket format.
The first season will feature 45 matches.
The national talent pool will comprise 7 teams, 140 cricketers and 30 singers.
Founder & CEO: Atul Pandey.

Q5. Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away on 8 October 2026 at the age of 75. In which year was he awarded the prestigious Padma Shri civilian honour by the Government of India?

(a) 1995

(b) 2006

(d) 2013

(e) 2019

Answer: d

Solution:

Veteran actor Nana Patekar died on 8 October 2026 at the age of 75, according to the provided source.
Born on 1 January 1951, he was a prominent actor in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
He received three National Film Awards, four Filmfare Awards and two Filmfare Awards Marathi.
He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2013.
Notable National Film Award-winning performances included Parinda (1990), Krantiveer (1995) and Agni Sakshi (1997).
His notable films include Parinda, Krantiveer, Ab Tak Chhappan, Apaharan and Kaala.

Q6. Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh led the Indian delegation to participate in the Arctic Circle Assembly 2026 in Reykjavik, Iceland. In which year was the International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) founded?

(a) 1978

(b) 1985

(d) 1996

(e) 1990

Answer: e

Solution:

Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest & Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh will lead the Indian delegation to Reykjavik, Iceland, from 8–10 October 2026.
He will participate in the Arctic Circle Assembly 2026, one of the major annual forums on Arctic affairs.
The Assembly brings together political leaders, Indigenous representatives, scientists, experts, businesses, organisations and youth.
Key issues include climate change, scientific cooperation, Indigenous leadership, security and geopolitics, sustainable development, energy, shipping and ocean governance.
The International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) was founded in 1990 by representatives of the eight Arctic countries.
The eight founding countries were Canada, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Russia, Sweden and the United States.
India is among the 25 countries currently participating in IASC, including 16 non-Arctic countries.

Q7. The Central Government reconstituted the Press Council of India (PCI) under the Press Council Act, 1978. Total how many members constitute the Press Council of India, including its Chairperson?

(a) 14 members

(b) 21 members

(d) 29 members

(e) 31 members

Answer: d

Solution:

The Central Government reconstituted the Press Council of India (PCI) on 8 October 2026 as part of the 15th term of the Council.
13 working journalists were selected as members, comprising 6 editors and 7 working journalists other than editors.
The PCI is headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai (Retd.), who was nominated as Chairperson for a three-year tenure in April 2026.
The Press Council of India is a statutory, quasi-judicial and autonomous authority, re-established in 1979 under the Press Council Act, 1978.
Its two major objectives are to preserve the freedom of the press and maintain and improve the standards of newspapers and news agencies in India.

Composition of PCI

The Council has 28 members apart from the Chairperson, according to the provided source.
13 members represent working journalists, including 6 editors and 7 other working journalists.
6 members represent newspaper owners or managers—2 each from large, medium and small newspapers.
1 member represents the news agency sector.
5 members represent Parliament—3 nominated by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha and 2 by the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
3 members represent education, law and literature, nominated respectively by the UGC, Bar Council of India and Sahitya Akademi.

Q8. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) excluded Paytm Payments Bank Ltd (PPBL) from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Under which section/schedule of the RBI Act, 1934 are banks classified as “Scheduled Banks”?

(a) First Schedule

(b) Second Schedule

(d) Fourth Schedule

(e) Fifth Schedule

Answer: b

Solution:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) removed Paytm Payments Bank Ltd. (PPBL) from the list of recognised scheduled banks following the cancellation of its banking licence.
PPBL was excluded from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.
The banking licence was cancelled due to non-compliance with regulatory norms, as stated in the source.
The Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934 contains the list of scheduled banks.
The action follows earlier regulatory restrictions imposed on PPBL, including restrictions relating to new customers, deposits, credit and top-ups.

Q9. The Indian Coast Guard conducted the 12th National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) off the coast of Odisha under the aegis of the National Maritime Search and Rescue Board (NMSARB). At which port city was SAREX-2026 conducted?

(a) Visakhapatnam

(b) Paradip

(d) Gopalpur

(e) Haldia

Answer: b

Solution:

The Indian Coast Guard conducted the 12th National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) on 8 October 2026.
The exercise was conducted off Paradip, Odisha, under the aegis of the National Maritime Search and Rescue Board (NMSARB).
Theme: “Leveraging Technology to Strengthen SAR Preparedness and Maritime Safety.”
The exercise brought together maritime and aeronautical agencies.
It demonstrated operational readiness, interoperability and coordinated response to mass rescue operations at sea.

Q10. The Department of Posts (DoP) under the Ministry of Communications observes National Postal Week annually in October to raise awareness about the postal sector’s role in daily life and economic development. On which dates is National Postal Week 2026 being celebrated across India?

(a) 1st to 7th October

(b) 2nd to 8th October

(d) 15th to 21st October

(e) 24th to 30th October

Answer: c

Solution:

The Department of Posts (DoP) is observing National Postal Week 2026 from 9–15 October 2026.
The week-long celebration commences with World Post Day on 9 October.
The 2026 observance focuses on the Department of Posts’ continued efforts to make postal services more convenient, accessible and responsive.
The initiative aims to address the evolving needs of citizens and strengthen the delivery of postal services