Daily Current Affairs Question-Answer (Q&A) 6th September 2026 with Extra Facts (Special for Competitive Exams)
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1. India's Foreign Exchange (Forex) Reserves recently hit a new record of how many billion dollars?
Answer: $740.803 billion
- Extra Facts:
- The reserves were bolstered by the concessional forex swap initiatives undertaken by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in June.
- Foreign Currency Assets (FCA) increased by $9.337 billion to reach $600.67 billion.
- Gold reserves saw an addition of $2.191 billion, taking the total to $116.409 billion.
- Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) decreased to $18.81 billion, and the reserve position with the IMF stood at $4.914 billion.
2. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has approved which resolution to depict the accurate geographical size of Africa?
Answer: Correct the Map Resolution
- Extra Facts:
- This resolution challenges the illusion of geographical sizes caused by the Mercator projection.
- The resolution was introduced by Togo with the support of African Union members.
- The resolution was supported by 164 countries, while the United States (US) voted against it.
- The 'Equal Earth projection', which depicts true relative sizes, has been adopted by 54 African Union members.
3. Recently, which tech giant has agreed to acquire the AI platform Hugging Face for $12.93 billion?
Answer: Nvidia
- Extra Facts:
- The deal includes $11.9 billion for Hugging Face shareholders and $1 billion in equity incentives for employees.
- The acquisition is expected to be completed by the first half of 2027.
- Hugging Face hosts over 18 million developers and researchers with more than 3 million models.
- Despite the acquisition, Hugging Face will remain an open platform supporting other cloud providers.
4. The Supreme Court recently directed how many states to increase the retirement age of district judges from 60 to 62 years?
Answer: 7 states
- Extra Facts:
- These seven states are Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal.
- This age extension will be subject to a suitability assessment by the respective High Court at the age of 60.
- Judges who have already completed 60 years of age will continue to serve until 62, pending the amendment of necessary service rules.
- More than 5.18 crore cases are pending in India's district courts.
5. Which platform has been launched in India to connect biotechnology startups with investors?
Answer: BIO-NIVESH Platform
- Extra Facts:
- This specialized platform was launched by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh.
- In its inaugural edition, 20 high-potential biotech and deep-tech startups interacted with 50 investors.
- A ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) fund has been introduced for technology scale-up.
- BIRAC (Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council) will act as the second-level fund manager under the RDI fund.
6. Malaysia has declared an emergency in which area due to the Air Pollutant Index (API) reaching 519?
Answer: Serian, Sarawak
- Extra Facts:
- The API level of 519 is well above the hazardous threshold (300).
- The severe haze is primarily caused by smoke from forest fires in the neighboring country of Indonesia.
- Malaysian authorities have initiated cloud-seeding (artificial rain) operations to induce rain and clear the air.
- Essential services like supermarkets, petrol pumps, and banks will remain operational during the emergency.
7. Where was the 36th Ig Nobel Prize ceremony held in the year 2026?
Answer: Zurich Convention Center, Switzerland
- Extra Facts:
- The Ig Nobel Prizes are organized by the 'Annals of Improbable Research'.
- Indian researchers received the prize in Chemistry for their study on protein crystals found in the milk of the Pacific beetle cockroach.
- This award is given to discoveries that first make people laugh, and then make them think.
- This year, 10 teams were honored in fields such as Chemistry, Technology, Medicine, Soil Science, Physics, and Evolution.
8. Where will the T20 match (Suzuki Cup) be organized to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Japan?
Answer: Sano International Cricket Ground, Tochigi Prefecture (Japan)
- Extra Facts:
- This historic one-day T20 match will be held on September 22, 2026.
- The 'Sport 75' initiative will also be launched through this match.
- This will be the first time the Indian men's cricket team plays a match on Japanese soil.
- The event aims to strengthen sports and people-to-people relations between the two countries.
9. Which publication will publish Sonia Gandhi's upcoming autobiography/memoir 'Belonging: A Journey of Love'?
Answer: HarperCollins India
- Extra Facts:
- This book will be released globally on November 10, 2026.
- The memoir describes her childhood in Italy, her marriage to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, and her political journey in India.
- It was initially tied to Penguin Random House India, but the publisher was changed due to disagreements over manuscript editing.
- The book has generated significant political discussion due to references to Narendra Modi, the RSS, and India-China relations.
10. Which day is celebrated annually on September 5 to mark the birth anniversary of former President Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan?
Answer: National Teachers' Day
- Extra Facts:
- Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was born on September 5, 1888, in Tiruttani.
- He served as the Spalding Professor of Eastern Religions and Ethics at Oxford University.
- He also taught as a Professor of Philosophy at Mysore and Calcutta Universities.
- Dr. Radhakrishnan was the first Vice President (1952–1962) and the second President (1962–1967) of India.
11. How many High-Hazard Glacial Lakes has the Sikkim government recently identified?
Answer: 40 lakes
- Extra Facts:
- Out of the 40 lakes, 16 have been placed in the highly susceptible Category-A.
- Authorities are evaluating them using satellite imagery, remote sensing, and bathymetry models.
- In October 2023, a devastating GLOF flood in Sikkim killed over 60 people and damaged the Chungthang Dam.
- Shako Chho has been identified as the most vulnerable lake.
12. Who inaugurated the three-day 'BRICS Chief Justices' Forum 2026' held in New Delhi?
Answer: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Surya Kant
- Extra Facts:
- This three-day forum was held in New Delhi from September 4 to 6, 2026.
- The forum aims to strengthen judicial cooperation among BRICS member states and their partner countries.
- Discussions included modern jurisprudence, the use of AI in the administration of justice, and international commercial arbitration.
- This forum was organized ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit to be held in India.
13. Which Bengal leg-spinner has been banned by the BCCI for 2 years due to fraud/discrepancies in age-related documents?
Answer: Rohit Yadav
- Extra Facts:
- This matter came to light after the India Under-19 tour of Sri Lanka, where he took 6 wickets in the deciding match.
- His date of birth was found recorded as 2007, 2009, and 2010 in various birth certificates.
- He has been dropped from the India Under-19 squad for the upcoming Australia series.
- The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) has identified 62 players with document issues for the upcoming seasons.
14. A three-phase project for the rejuvenation of the Nakatia River is being prepared in which state/place?
Answer: Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh)
- Extra Facts:
- The first phase of the project will involve scientific mapping, a survey of the catchment area, and a study of pollution sources.
- Officials will prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) by identifying the river's flow, encroachments, and water quality.
- There is also a proposal to bring this project under the 'Namami Gange' program.
- Officials are considering renaming the Nakatia River to 'Nath Ganga'.
15. What is the name of the awards announced by NHAI under the Green Highway Policy 2015?
Answer: Green Highways Excellence Awards 2026
- Extra Facts:
- These awards are given to encourage plantation and beautification initiatives along national highways.
- It has three categories: Avenue Plantation, Median Plantation, and Land Parcel Plantation.
- NHAI received a total of 86 nominations for these awards.
- The winners were evaluated based on plant survival rates, safety, and the selection of local species.
16. Who is organizing the first 'iBRICS Global Sovereign Capital Summit' to be held in New Delhi on September 12-13, 2026?
Answer: Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute (SWFI)
- Extra Facts:
- Over 500 delegates managing approximately $1 trillion in capital will participate in this summit.
- This event is being held in parallel with the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit.
- The main focus of the meeting is on increasing investment in infrastructure, non-dollar settlement corridors, and critical minerals.
- The summit will discuss linking India's UPI, Brazil's Pix, and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).
17. Where was the 'BRICS Chief Justices' Forum' organized just ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit in 2026?
Answer: New Delhi
- Extra Facts:
- Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri also hosted the Quad Sherpas meeting in New Delhi in 2026.
- The BRICS Chief Justices' Forum was inaugurated by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Surya Kant.
- The Quad Sherpas' meeting was convened to take forward the decisions made at the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting held on May 26.
- This meeting emphasized practical and action-oriented initiatives.
18. What has the Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) upgraded India's sovereign credit rating to from 'BBB+'?
Answer: A- (A-Minus)
- Extra Facts:
- JCR has retained a 'Stable Outlook' for India.
- The Japan Credit Rating Agency has also raised India's Country Ceiling by one notch to 'A'.
- This rating upgrade is due to India's strong economic growth, the effectiveness of pro-growth economic policies, and a robust financial system.
- India's GDP growth rate was recorded at 7.8% in the first quarter (Q1) of FY 2026-27, making it the fastest-growing major economy in the world.
19. Who has recently won the election to become the new President of Estonia by a secret ballot?
Answer: Ülle Madise
- Extra Facts:
- 71 MPs voted in her favor in the Estonian parliament, the 'Riigikogu'.
- She has served as the Chancellor of Justice of Estonia and was the sole candidate in the election.
- Former President Alar Karis did not seek a second term due to personal reasons.
- The capital of Estonia is Tallinn and its official currency is the Euro.
20. Which Indian won the silver medal at the IPF World Sub-Junior and Junior Classic Powerlifting Championship 2026 held in Sun City (South Africa)?
Answer: Keyaa Banerji
- Extra Facts:
- 21-year-old Keyaa Banerji secured the silver medal by lifting 140 kg in the deadlift of the Junior Women's 47 kg category.
- At a body weight of 45.70 kg, this lift is more than three times her own body weight.
- She finished 5th overall with a total score of 280 kg (90 kg squat, 50 kg bench press, 140 kg deadlift).
- This performance is a massive improvement from her total score of 257.5 kg at the 2025 National Championship.
21. Axis Bank has partnered with which travel fintech company to launch a co-branded credit card?
Answer: Scapia (Scapia Axis Bank Credit Card)
- Extra Facts:
- This lifetime free credit card is available on both Mastercard and RuPay networks.
- This card offers zero forex mark-up on international transactions.
- It provides up to 20% Scapia Coins on eligible travel bookings through the Scapia app and up to 10% rewards on daily spends.
- Cardholders who spent ₹20,000 in the previous billing cycle get unlimited domestic airport lounge access and other airport privileges.
22. Whom has the renowned software company Adobe appointed as its next CEO, replacing Shantanu Narayen?
Answer: Anil Chakravarthy
- Extra Facts:
- Anil Chakravarthy will officially assume his position on December 1, 2026.
- Shantanu Narayen is stepping down after a successful 18-year tenure and will now serve in the role of Executive Chair.
- Chakravarthy holds a B.Tech in Computer Science from IIT Varanasi and a Ph.D. from the MIT Media Lab.
- Adobe was founded in December 1982 by John Warnock and Charles Geschke and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
23. Gaurang Vyas, a famous Gujarati music composer, director, and singer who recently passed away, was the son of whom?
Answer: Avinash Vyas
- Extra Facts:
- Gaurang Vyas passed away in Ahmedabad at the age of 87.
- He was one of the leading music composers in Gujarati cinema, folk music, and Light Music.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences and paid a heartfelt tribute on September 3.
- He carried forward the rich musical legacy of his father Avinash Vyas for decades.
24. During which leader's visit to India was the agreement signed between India and Belgium to enhance defense cooperation and double bilateral trade?
Answer: Prime Minister of Belgium Bart De Wever
- Extra Facts:
- Both countries have decided to appoint a resident Defence Attaché in Brussels to strengthen defense ties.
- Moving beyond the traditional diamond trade, a target has been set to double bilateral trade in the next five years.
- A partnership has been established between Indian institutions and the Belgian research center 'imec' in the micro-electronics and semiconductor sectors.
- The capital of Belgium is Brussels, and its monarch is King Philippe.
25. Regarding 'National Wildlife Day' celebrated every year on September 4, which other date is famous?
Answer: February 22 (Birth anniversary of Steve Irwin)
- Extra Facts:
- National Wildlife Day is primarily celebrated on September 4 every year.
- This day is dedicated to wildlife conservation, the protection of endangered species, and the preservation of natural habitats.
- This day reminds us that birds, insects, rivers, lakes, and oceans are all vital parts of our ecosystem.
- Steve Irwin was a famous Australian environmentalist and wildlife expert.
26. The International Day of Charity is observed annually on September 5 to mark the death anniversary of whom?
Answer: Mother Teresa
- Extra Facts:
- Mother Teresa passed away on September 5, 1997.
- This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2012 under resolution A/RES/67/105.
- The main objective of this day is to highlight the role of charitable organizations and volunteers in fighting human suffering, poverty, and disease.
- Mother Teresa was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.
27. Cassandra Wilson, a famous singer and two-time Grammy Award winner for Jazz Music, belonged to which country?
Answer: United States of America (USA)
- Extra Facts:
- Cassandra Wilson passed away at the age of 70 in Jackson, Mississippi (USA).
- She released her debut album 'Point of View' in 1986.
- She won two Grammy Awards in 1997 and 2009 and was named 'America's Best Singer' in 2001.
- In 2022, she was honored as a 'Jazz Master' by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).
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