Daily Current Affairs Question-Answer (Q&A) 16th September 2026 with Extra Facts (Special for Competitive Exams)
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1. Who was recently awarded the Rajbhasha Kirti Puraskar 2025–26?
Answer: Department of Financial Services (DFS).
- Extra Facts:
- The department received this award for securing first place in the category of fewer than 300 personnel. It was presented by Amit Shah during the 6th All India Rajbhasha Conference in Vashi.
2. Which competition did Indian archer Dhiraj Bommadevara win a gold medal in?
Answer: Archery World Cup Final (Mexico).
- Extra Facts:
- He is the first Indian male archer to win this title. He defeated Japan's Nakanishi Junya in a shoot-off during the final.
3. Where is WCEF 2026 being organized?
Answer: Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
- Extra Facts:
- This is its first edition in South Asia. It was inaugurated by Bhupender Yadav and Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel.
4. Which ancient basin on the Moon was discovered using data from Chandrayaan-1?
Answer: Australe Basin.
- Extra Facts:
- Scientists at PRL Ahmedabad identified it using the Moon Mineralogy Mapper. It is estimated to be approximately 4.25 billion years old.
5. Which show won the Best Drama Series award at the 78th Emmy Awards 2026?
Answer: The Pitt
- Extra Facts:
- Widow’s Bay won the award for Best Comedy Series. Noah Wyle won the award for Best Actor in a Drama Series.
6. What is the name of the new frog species discovered in Mizoram?
Answer: Ingerana aizawl
- Extra Facts:
- It was discovered on the Mizoram University campus. It was previously misidentified as Ingerana borealis.
7. Where was 'IAF Dronathon 2026' organized?
Answer: Pokhran, Jaisalmer.
- Extra Facts:
- This three-day event (September 14–16) was organized by the Indian Air Force. Indigenous UTM system 'Vayu UTtaM' was demonstrated during the event.
8. Which technology is NHAI using to update the 1033 helpline?
Answer: Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Extra Facts:
- The 1033 helpline was launched in 2018 and receives around 15,000 calls daily. It covers over 1.46 lakh km of national highways.
9. Up to what amount have transactions on UPI/RuPay been kept MDR-free?
Answer: Up to ₹2,000.
- Extra Facts:
- The Ministry of Finance clarified that no Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) will be applicable on these. P2P (person-to-person) transactions remain completely free.
10. Who won the Global Chess League 2026 title?
Answer: Ganges Grandmasters
- Extra Facts:
- They defeated Alpine APL Pipers 7-5 in the final. The match was played in Bengaluru.
11. In whose memory is National Engineers' Day (September 15) celebrated?
Answer: Sir M. Visvesvaraya.
- Extra Facts:
- He was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1955. This day has been celebrated in India since 1968.
12. What was India's retail inflation rate in August 2026?
Answer: 4.82%
- Extra Facts:
- Food inflation increased to 5.95%. Silver jewelry saw the highest surge at 107.11%.
13. Which new platform did EPFO launch for updates?
Answer: Official WhatsApp Channel.
- Extra Facts:
- It is meant solely for broadcast and information dissemination. It will not replace the passbook service or the UMANG app.
14. Which campaign was launched to mark PM Modi's 25 years of public service?
Answer: Seva Sankalp Abhiyan 2026 (September 17 – October 17).
- Extra Facts:
- Its aim is to promote 'Viksit Bharat @2047'. Youth can register on the MY Bharat platform.
15. Which foundation day did Doordarshan celebrate on September 15, 2026?
Answer: 67th Foundation Day.
- Extra Facts:
- It started on September 15, 1959. Color broadcasting began with the 1982 Delhi Asian Games.
16. What was India's trade deficit in August 2026?
Answer: $26.86 billion.
- Extra Facts:
- Goods exports rose by 26% to $43.81 billion. Imports increased by 14% to $70.67 billion.
17. What is the unemployment rate according to PLFS (August 2026)?
Answer: 5.0%
- Extra Facts:
- Rural unemployment rate dropped to 4.1%. Female labor force participation rose to 34.8%.
18. Which pact was signed by Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland?
Answer: Self-Determination Pact.
- Extra Facts:
- It was signed in Cardiff. It grants citizens of all three nations the right to decide their political future.
19. Which minerals did Saudi Arabia discover in Jabal Sayid?
Answer: Rare Earth Elements and Uranium.
- Extra Facts:
- A reserve of 110 million tonnes of ore was found in the Medina region. It includes approximately 31,000 tonnes of uranium.
20. Which festival did the Svetambara Jain community celebrate on September 15?
Answer: Samvatsari.
- Extra Facts:
- This marks the final day of the 8-day Paryushan festival. On this day, "Micchami Dukkadam" is said to seek forgiveness.
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