State Police Current Affairs Quiz — Last 3 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
In September 2026, Indian Railways approved Kavach 4.0 on how many route kilometres of the Lucknow Division?
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Correct answer: C — 607.7 route km
Kavach 4.0 was approved on 607.7 route km of the Lucknow Division at a cost of ₹252 crore.
Kavach, being installed on the Lucknow Division, is what kind of system?
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Correct answer: B — An indigenous Automatic Train Protection system
Kavach is an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system that helps prevent Signal Passing at Danger.
TRAI's Third Amendment Regulations of September 2026 amend which regulations to curb spam calls and messages?
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Correct answer: D — Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference Regulations, 2018
The amendment is to the Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference Regulations, 2018 (TCCCPR 2018).
Under TRAI's September 2026 amendment, when will action be triggered against a sender of unsolicited commercial communications?
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Correct answer: C — 3 or more unique complaints in 10 days, with the sender also flagged by the AI/ML system
Action starts at 3 or more unique complaints in 10 days if the sender's number is also flagged by the AI/ML system; the earlier threshold was 5 complaints.
What termination charge has TRAI introduced on Application-to-Person (A2P) calls under its September 2026 amendment?
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Correct answer: B — Up to ₹0.05 per minute
A termination charge of up to ₹0.05 per minute is to be levied on A2P calls.
Consider the following about TRAI's TCCCPR (Third Amendment) Regulations, 2026: 1. Consumers can appeal against the resolution of UCC complaints within 15 days. 2. Commercial communications based on a customer's inquiry can be sent only for seven days from the inquiry. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct; the inquiry must also be in writing or digital form and kept verifiable by the sender.
Which body released district-level labour market indicators for the first time on 18 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — National Statistics Office
The National Statistics Office (NSO) released the 'Labour Market Snapshot of Selected Districts'.
As per the NSO's district labour snapshot (September 2026), which district recorded the highest LFPR among the 100 most populous districts?
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Correct answer: B — Surat, Gujarat
Surat recorded the highest LFPR (68.6%), followed by Araria (68.0%) and Salem (67.8%).
Among the 100 most populous districts, which recorded the lowest LFPR and WPR in the NSO's September 2026 district snapshot?
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Correct answer: D — Darbhanga, Bihar
Darbhanga in Bihar recorded the lowest LFPR and WPR among the 100 most populous districts.
Consider the following about the NSO's Labour Market Snapshot of Selected Districts (September 2026): 1. Ernakulam recorded the lowest youth NEET rate among the 100 most populous districts. 2. About 57.8% of districts recorded a female LFPR of 40% or above. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: Ernakulam's youth NEET rate was 9.6%, and about 57.8% of districts had a female LFPR of 40% or more.
What did HAL hand over to the Indian Air Force in Bengaluru on 18 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 2 LCA Tejas FOC twin-seat trainers and 3 HTT-40 basic trainers
HAL handed over two LCA Tejas FOC twin-seat trainers and three HTT-40 basic trainers to the IAF.
To whom did HAL hand over four Dhruv NG helicopters on 18 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Pawan Hans Limited
The four Dhruv Next Generation helicopters were handed over to Pawan Hans Limited, a civil operator.
Where was HAL's handover ceremony of Tejas FOC trainers, HTT-40 trainers and Dhruv NG helicopters held on 18 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Bengaluru
The handover took place in Bengaluru, Karnataka, in the presence of Rajnath Singh and K Rammohan Naidu.
Consider the following about the HAL handover of 18 September 2026: 1. The HTT-40 is a basic trainer aircraft built by HAL for the IAF. 2. The Dhruv NG helicopters were handed over to the Indian Army. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The Dhruv NG helicopters went to Pawan Hans Limited, not the Army.
By what margin did the Indian women's cricket team beat Japan in the Asian Games 2026 quarter-final on 18 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 8 wickets
India bowled Japan out for 57 and reached 59/2 in five overs to win by eight wickets.
Which Indian bowler took 4 wickets for 10 runs against Japan in the Asian Games 2026 women's cricket quarter-final?
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Correct answer: C — N Shree Charani
N Shree Charani returned figures of 4/10 in her four overs.
Consider the following about India's Asian Games 2026 women's cricket quarter-final win over Japan: 1. Smriti Mandhana top-scored for India with an unbeaten 40. 2. India were to play Pakistan in the semi-final. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. Shafali Verma scored 40 not out off 15 balls, and India's semi-final opponent was Bangladesh.
What is the length of the Mukutban–Gadchandur new rail line approved in September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 38.21 km
The new line is 38.21 km long and will cost ₹493 crore.
The Mukutban–Gadchandur new line falls under which railway zone?
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Correct answer: C — South Central Railway
The line was approved in South Central Railway.
At which shipyard was the keel of the Indian Navy's first Next Generation Missile Vessel laid on 18 September 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi
The keel of the first NGMV was laid at Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi.
When was the contract for the Indian Navy's Next Generation Missile Vessels signed with Cochin Shipyard?
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Correct answer: B — March 2023
The NGMV contract was concluded with Cochin Shipyard in March 2023.
Consider the following about the first NGMV keel laying (18 September 2026): 1. Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu, Controller of Warship Production and Acquisition, was the Chief Guest. 2. Most major role-defining equipment on the NGMVs is imported. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. All major role-defining equipment on the NGMVs is indigenously developed and manufactured.
Which institution organised the 17th Kathakali Festival held in Chennai from 18 to 20 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Kalakshetra Foundation
The festival was organised by the Kalakshetra Foundation under the Ministry of Culture; Kerala Kalamandalam was one of the performing institutions.
What was the theme of the 17th Kathakali Festival (September 2026)?
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Correct answer: A — Kadha Rasa Sangama – Confluence of Essence of Stories
The theme was 'Kadha Rasa Sangama – Confluence of Essence of Stories'.
In September 2026, the sugar stockholding limit for bulk consumers was relaxed to how many days of consumption?
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Correct answer: A — 30 days
The limit was relaxed from 15 days to 30 days, with stock beyond 15 days to come only from imported sugar under AAS and TRQ.
Under the September 2026 relaxation, sugar stock held by bulk consumers beyond 15 days must be sourced from where?
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Correct answer: C — Sugar imported under the Advance Authorisation Scheme and Tariff Rate Quota
The additional stock must come exclusively from sugar imported under AAS and TRQ; the open-market limit stays at 15 days.
Consider the following about the sugar decision of 18 September 2026: 1. The stockholding limit for sugar bought on the open market was raised to 30 days. 2. Retail sugar prices have fallen by about 25% from their peak. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. The open-market limit stays at 15 days, and retail prices fell about 10%; it is ex-mill prices that fell nearly 25%.
Which UAE leader called PM Modi on 18 September 2026 to convey birthday greetings?
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Correct answer: B — Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan called PM Modi.
Consider the following about the PM Modi–UAE President call of 18 September 2026: 1. The UAE President congratulated PM Modi on India's successful BRICS Presidency. 2. The leaders discussed deepening the India–UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the PMO release.
Where was SEMICON India 2026, inaugurated by PM Modi on 17 September 2026, held?
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Correct answer: B — Yashobhoomi, New Delhi
SEMICON India 2026 was held at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, from 17 to 19 September.
At SEMICON India 2026, PM Modi virtually inaugurated commercial semiconductor production lines at which two places?
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Correct answer: D — Mohali and Surat
The new lines were at CDIL Semiconductor, Mohali (discrete devices) and Suchi Semicon, Surat (packaging).
According to Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, how much investment commitment has Semicon 2.0 already received?
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Correct answer: A — About ₹1 lakh crore
Investment commitments of around ₹1 lakh crore (about USD 11–12 billion) have been received under Semicon 2.0.
Consider the following about Semicon 2.0 outlined on 17 September 2026: 1. Advanced semiconductor packaging is one of its six pillars. 2. It is expected to create close to 1 lakh employment opportunities. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. Advanced packaging is the fourth pillar, and close to 1 lakh jobs are expected.
After the two new lines opened on 17 September 2026, how many commercial semiconductor ATMP units were operational in India, out of how many approved?
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Correct answer: D — 5 of 12
Five ATMP units (CDIL, Suchi, Micron, Kaynes and CG Semi) were operational out of twelve approved.
India's 51st Doppler Weather Radar was inaugurated on 17 September 2026 at which place?
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Correct answer: C — Sambalpur
The 51st Doppler Weather Radar was inaugurated at Sambalpur, Odisha.
According to Dr Jitendra Singh, how many Doppler Weather Radars did India have in 2014?
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Correct answer: A — 14
The network grew from 14 radars in 2014 to 51 with the Sambalpur radar.
Under which mission are around 40 more Doppler Weather Radars planned in India?
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Correct answer: B — Mission Mausam
Around 40 more radars are planned under Mission Mausam.
Consider the following about the Sambalpur Doppler Weather Radar: 1. It is Odisha's third Doppler Weather Radar, after Gopalpur and Paradip. 2. IMD said it extends weather support to 5 neighbouring countries. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The Minister said IMD supports 13 neighbouring countries.
By how much did India's textile exports grow year-on-year in August 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 16.1%
Textile exports rose 16.1% to ₹29,776 crore in August 2026. 10.3% is the April–August growth.
Which textile segment recorded the fastest export growth in August 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Handicrafts (excluding handmade carpets)
Handicrafts excluding handmade carpets grew 41.4% in August 2026, the fastest among segments.
What was the theme of World Patient Safety Day 2026, observed on 17 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Safe care for noncommunicable diseases
The 2026 theme was 'Safe care for noncommunicable diseases', with the slogan 'Safe care for life!'.
Consider the following statements made by J.P. Nadda on World Patient Safety Day 2026: 1. Ayushman Bharat has enabled 11.5 crore beneficiaries to access treatment worth around ₹1.6 lakh crore. 2. Jan Aushadhi has helped citizens save around ₹45,000 crore on medicines. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as stated by the Health Minister at Dr RML Hospital.
What was the slogan of World Patient Safety Day 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Safe care for life!
The slogan was 'Safe care for life!'.
Where did the Third BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine conclude on 17 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Goa
The conference, held with the Second BIMSTEC Nodal Group Meeting, concluded in Goa.
What is the outcome document of the Third BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine called?
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Correct answer: A — Goa Conclusions
AIIA Director Prof. Vaidya P.K. Prajapati said the 'Goa Conclusions' provide a strong foundation for future cooperation.
Under which scheme did PM Modi address the release of a ₹3,000 instalment to women in West Bengal on 17 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Annapurna Yojana
The fourth instalment of ₹3,000 was released under West Bengal's Annapurna Yojana.
About how many women in West Bengal received the fourth Annapurna Yojana instalment on 17 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 1.5 crore
The PM said the instalment reached about 1.5 crore women.
Which edition of the Indian Coast Guard Commanders' Conference began in New Delhi on 17 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — 43rd
The 43rd ICG Commanders' Conference began on 17 September 2026.
Who is the Director General of the Indian Coast Guard named in the release on the 43rd Commanders' Conference?
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Correct answer: D — Paramesh Sivamani
Paramesh Sivamani is DG ICG; Sanjay Seth is the Raksha Rajya Mantri who addressed the conference.
How many coal blocks are offered in the 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions launched on 17 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — 25
The 16th round offers 25 blocks — 21 fully explored and four partially explored.
Who launched the 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions on 17 September 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Satish Chandra Dubey
MoS for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey launched the round; Vikram Dev Dutt is Secretary, Ministry of Coal.
Consider the following about the 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions: 1. All blocks offered in the round are fully explored. 2. The blocks are spread across five coal-bearing states. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. Four of the 25 blocks are partially explored, and the blocks are spread across nine states.
How many beneficiaries had registered under PM Vishwakarma by its third anniversary in September 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 30 lakh
30 lakh beneficiaries had registered; around 24.50 lakh had received basic skill training.
In which city did the Ministry of MSME celebrate the third anniversary of PM Vishwakarma on 17 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Kolkata
The anniversary was celebrated at Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium, Kolkata; West Bengal joined the scheme in May 2026.
Which military operation preceded the integration of Hyderabad State into the Indian Union in September 1948?
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Correct answer: C — Operation Polo
The Vice-President recalled that Hyderabad State was integrated after Operation Polo, on 17 September 1948.
Consider the following about the 2026 Hyderabad Liberation Day celebrations: 1. President Droupadi Murmu was the Chief Guest. 2. The celebrations were held at Parade Ground, Secunderabad. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan was the Chief Guest.
Where was the 25th Meeting of SCO Ministers Responsible for Foreign Economic and Trade Activities held on 17 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Dushanbe
The meeting was held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. Bishkek is where the SCO Summit referred to by India took place.
Which three pillars did India highlight at the 25th SCO trade ministers' meeting?
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Correct answer: B — Security, Connectivity and Opportunity
India highlighted Security, Connectivity and Opportunity, citing the PM's vision at the SCO Summit in Bishkek.
Who was announced on 16 September 2026 as the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Anant Nag
Veteran actor Anant Nag will receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024.
Where will the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony, at which Anant Nag receives the Phalke Award, be held on 22 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Kevadia, Gujarat
The 72nd National Film Awards ceremony is to be held at Kevadia, Gujarat.
In which film did Anant Nag make his Hindi film debut?
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Correct answer: D — Ankur
Anant Nag debuted in Kannada with Sankalp and in Hindi with Ankur.
Consider the following: 1. Anant Nag was born in Kerala. 2. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award was instituted in 1969, when it was first presented to Devika Rani. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. Anant Nag was born in Karnataka on 4 September 1948.
To what amount did the Union Cabinet raise the EPFO wage ceiling for mandatory coverage on 16 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — ₹25,000 per month
The ceiling was raised from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month.
About how many additional employees are expected to come under mandatory EPFO coverage after the wage ceiling increase?
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Correct answer: D — More than 51 lakh
More than 51 lakh additional employees are expected to be covered.
When was the EPFO wage ceiling last raised to ₹15,000 before the 2026 decision?
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Correct answer: A — September 2014
The ceiling was raised to ₹15,000 in September 2014 and stayed unchanged until 2026.
Consider the following about the EPFO wage ceiling decision of September 2026: 1. The new ceiling takes effect from 17 September 2026. 2. The annual government outgo is estimated at about ₹11,339 crore. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The revised ceiling applies from 17 September 2026, and the annual outgo is estimated at about ₹11,339 crore.
What was the theme of the 32nd World Ozone Day celebrated in Mumbai on 16 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Global Action for a Cooler Planet
The theme was 'Global Action for a Cooler Planet'.
Which two digital platforms were launched on World Ozone Day 2026 in Mumbai?
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Correct answer: D — Net Zero Portal and NAPCC Dashboard
MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh launched India's Net Zero Portal and the NAPCC Dashboard.
How many ITIs were adopted by refrigeration and air-conditioning (RAC) manufacturers, as announced on World Ozone Day 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 248
248 ITIs were adopted by 12 RAC manufacturers to align technician training with industry standards.
Consider the following about India's Net Zero Portal launched on 16 September 2026: 1. It is a platform for voluntary registration and disclosure of Net Zero commitments by entities. 2. Reporting of Scope 3 emissions on the portal is mandatory. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Scope 1 and 2 reporting is encouraged, while Scope 3 reporting remains voluntary.
Under which law did the MHA declare the Shahzad Bhatti Network a terrorist organisation on 16 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act
The network was declared a terrorist organisation under the UAPA.
Consider the following about the Shahzad Bhatti Network, as stated by Amit Shah: 1. It is involved in cross-border smuggling of arms, explosives and narcotics. 2. It published hateful digital content targeting India's democratic structure and communal harmony. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as stated by the Home Minister.
Where did the World Circular Economy Forum 2026 conclude on 16 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Gandhinagar
WCEF2026 concluded in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, after two days.
Which logo was launched at the closing session of the World Circular Economy Forum 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Ecomark logo
The closing session featured the launch of the Ecomark logo.
Which high-altitude pass did NCC girl cadets cross during the 'Aparajita' trek completed on 16 September 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Parang La
The 20 girl cadets crossed the Parang La Pass (5,578 m).
The Parang La Pass connects the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh with which region of Ladakh?
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Correct answer: B — Changthang
Parang La links the Spiti Valley with the Changthang region of Ladakh; the trek ended at Karzok.
Which country did Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth visit from 16 to 18 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Russia
General Dhiraj Seth was on an official visit to Russia from 16 to 18 September 2026.
Which military academy was General Dhiraj Seth scheduled to visit in Saint Petersburg during his Russia visit?
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Correct answer: B — Mikhailovskaya Military Artillery Academy
He was to visit the Mikhailovskaya Military Artillery Academy in Saint Petersburg.
Up to what FOB value are export consignments exempted from the RCMC requirement under the September 2026 change?
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Correct answer: D — ₹3 lakh
Export consignments with FOB value up to ₹3 lakh no longer need an RCMC or Certificate of Registration.
Which paragraph of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023 did the DGFT amend to bring in the RCMC exemption?
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Correct answer: C — Para 2.57
The DGFT amended Para 2.57 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023.
According to the second India Electric Mobility Index launch, how many of India's 36 States and UTs have notified EV policies?
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Correct answer: B — 29
29 of the 36 States and UTs have notified EV policies.
Consider the following from the launch of the second India Electric Mobility Index: 1. The median State score fell from 40 to 36 over the past year. 2. India imports about half of its crude oil requirement. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. The median score rose from 36 to 40, and India imports nearly 89% of its crude oil needs.