Daily Current Affairs Quiz | NABARD Grade A & RBI Grade B | Economy, Banking & Agriculture Daily Current Affairs for NABARD Grade A and RBI Grade B 2026 covering the most important developments in Indian Economy, Banking, RBI, Agriculture, Rural Development, Government Schemes, Financial Markets, Reports & Indices, International Relations, Environment and Science & Technology. NABARD Current Affairs Agriculture Current Affairs in News 1. FAO Report: “Forests for Food” Source: Down To Earth ContextThe FAO, with the Landscape Alliance (CIFOR-ICRAF), published “Forests for Food: Nourishing People, Sustaining the Planet” — developed under the Collaborative Partnership on Forests (CPF) Joint Initiative. What It Is Key Findings Important Facts for Exams 2. India’s First Soil Carbon Payments Source: PIB ContextIndia’s agricultural carbon market reached a milestone as 2,550+ small farmers in Punjab and Haryana received over ₹2.9 crore through DBT — India’s first farm-level soil carbon payments for verified regenerative farming practices. What It Is Implementing Entity Background How it Works? Stage How It Works 1. Field Practice Adoption Farmers adopt Direct Seeded Rice (DSR), minimum tillage, cover crops, and in-situ residue retention, replacing conventional transplanting and stubble burning. 2. Measurement, Reporting & Verification (MRV) Soil carbon and GHG changes are tracked using satellite data, digital crop models, and periodic soil sampling. 3. Credit Issuance & Monetisation Verified carbon credits are sold in the voluntary carbon market. 4. Farmer Payment Farmers receive upfront payments or 75% of the net proceeds from carbon-credit sales. 3. The Bharat Vann Green Initiative Source: BS ContextUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the ‘Bharat Vann’ green initiative at Lodhi Colony Park, Central Delhi — an urban afforestation drive with the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC). What It Is Who Is Involved Aim RBI Current Affairs Banking/Finance 1. The EPFO Wage Ceiling Source: PIB ContextThe Union Cabinet approved the Ministry of Labour and Employment’s proposal to raise the mandatory wage ceiling under the EPFO from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month. What the Wage Ceiling Is Aim The Revision History 2. Moody’s Raises India’s FY27 GDP Forecast to 7% Source: Business Standar ContextMoody’s Ratings raised its forecast for India’s real GDP growth in FY27 to 7 per cent from 6 per cent — citing stronger-than-expected economic activity and the economy’s resilience to the West Asia conflict shock. The Forecast Comparison Agency FY27 GDP projection Moody’s 7.0 per cent RBI 6.7 per cent ADB 6.6 per cent S&P Global 6.6 per cent Goldman Sachs 6.5 per cent Fitch 6.4 per cent Moody’s projection is the highest among major agencies. What Drove the Upgrade Important Facts for Exams RBI and NABARD Current Affairs Economy in News 1. SEMICON India 2026 Source: TH ContextPrime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 5th edition of SEMICON India 2026 at Yashobhoomi (IICC), New Delhi — coinciding with Vishwakarma Diwas. What It Is Organisation Aim

Daily Current Affairs Quiz | NABARD Grade A & RBI Grade B | Economy, Banking & Agriculture Daily Current Affairs for NABARD Grade A and RBI Grade B 2026 covering the most important developments in Indian Economy, Banking, RBI, Agriculture, Rural Development, Government Schemes, Financial Markets, Reports & Indices, International Relations, Environment and Science & Technology. NABARD Current Affairs Agriculture Current Affairs in News 1. The Cheetah and Project Cheetah Source: ThePrint ContextA four-year status review of Project Cheetah released by Kuno National Park shows India’s cheetah population has risen to 52, including 32 cubs born on Indian soil. The programme has entered the consolidation phase. About the Cheetah Conservation Status Important Facts for Exams 2. Gegeneophis chandgadi Source: TH ContextScientists from the Zoological Survey of India and Savitribai Phule Pune University described a new limbless amphibian, Gegeneophis chandgadi, discovered in backyard leaf litter in Buzawade village, Maharashtra’s Western Ghats. What It Is Where Found Habitat Important Facts for Exams 3. PM Vishwakarma Completes Three Years Source: PIB ContextOn 17 September 2026, the PM Vishwakarma Scheme completed three years, reaching 30 lakh registrations. The Ministry of MSME marked the anniversary at the Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium, Kolkata, West Bengal. Objective The Three Pillars Important Facts for Exams 4. Kishau Multipurpose Project Agreement Signed by Six States PIB in News 1. NIELIT–Infineon Centre of Excellence for Semiconductor Manufacturing 2. AI Centre of Excellence Approved for Bhubaneswar RBI Current Affairs Banking and Finance 1. RBI Conducts ₹50,000 Crore OMO Sale RBI and NABARD Current Affairs Social Issue in News 1. Article 371 and Asymmetric Federalism Source: Indian Express ContextThe Ministry of Home Affairs reached an in-principle understanding with the Apex Body, Leh (ABL) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) to propose inserting a new Article 371K into the Constitution. What Asymmetric Federalism Means How Article 371 Evolved Important Facts for Exams 2. Hazard Perception Test Source: The Hindu ContextKerala will become the first State in India to introduce a mandatory computer-based Hazard Perception Test (HPT) for driving licence applicants, from December 2026. What It Is Aim Important Facts for Exams Economy in News 1. India’s Exports Rise 15.5% to USD 399.27 Billion Social Issue in News 1. Stem Cell Therapy for Autism Restricted to Approved Clinical Trials Misc GA in News 1. Anant Nag to Receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024 2. CBFC Reconstituted with 18 Members 3. Sanjukta Parashar Becomes First Woman IG of CRPF CoBRA 4. International Day of Science, Technology and Innovation for the South

Daily Current Affairs Quiz | NABARD Grade A & RBI Grade B | Economy, Banking & Agriculture Daily Current Affairs for NABARD Grade A and RBI Grade B 2026 covering the most important developments in Indian Economy, Banking, RBI, Agriculture, Rural Development, Government Schemes, Financial Markets, Reports & Indices, International Relations, Environment and Science & Technology. NABARD Current Affairs Agriculture Current Affairs in News 1. Badri Cattle Source: Global Agriculture | Subject: Species in News / Science and Technology ContextIndia produced its first Badri calf through OPU-IVF technology at Pantnagar — a milestone for indigenous cattle conservation. What It Is Habitat Important Facts for Exams 2. PM Kisan Maandhan Yojana Completes Seven Years Source: PIB ContextOn 12 September 2026, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY) completed seven years — a voluntary contributory pension scheme for the old-age social security of Small and Marginal Farmers (SMFs). The Scheme Eligibility Important Facts for Exams 3. GOBARdhan Scheme Guidelines Rolled Out Source: Business Standard ContextThe government notified detailed operational guidelines for the ₹23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme, to develop India’s compressed biogas (CBG) sector — assuring full offtake and introducing a pricing mechanism. The Cabinet approved the scheme last month. What is GOBARdhan Scheme GOBARdhan stands for Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan. It is a Government of India initiative to convert cattle dung, agricultural waste, kitchen waste and other biodegradable waste into useful products such as biogas, Compressed Biogas (CBG) and organic manure. About How GOBARdhan Works Organic waste → Biogas/CBG + Bio-slurry → Energy + Organic manure For example: A village collects cattle dung and crop residue → puts it into a biogas plant → produces biogas for energy → the remaining bio-slurry can be used as organic manure. This helps farmers earn additional income while reducing waste and pollution. 4. 9th ASEAN–India Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture and Forestry 5. Dryland Congress 2026 and Delhi Declaration on Drylands 6. Mangrove GIS Portal Launched in Gujarat 7. New Amphibian Species ‘Gegeneophis chandgadi’ Discovered Schemes in News 1. Pension Sakhi Initiative for Rural Pension Coverage 2. Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Krishak Samriddhi Yojana Reports/Articles in News 1. PLFS Monthly Bulletin – August 2026 PIB in News 1. Indian Air Force Dronathon-2026 RBI Current Affairs Banking and Finance 1. MDR Framework for UPI Transactions Source: PIB ContextA Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for UPI has been introduced, effective 15 October 2026, applying to merchant transactions with specified exemptions. What MDR Is The Fee Structure Category Rate All P2P transactions Zero, irrespective of value P2M above ₹2,000 0.4 per cent Transactions above ₹75,000 Capped at ₹300 Essential sectors — railways, telecom, fuel, insurance, utility bills, agricultural inputs Flat ₹5 for payments over ₹2,000 Capital market — mutual funds, securities, stockbrokers 0.02 per cent, capped at ₹300 Exemptions Financial Inclusion Provision About UPI International Acceptance UPI is accepted in 11 countries: Greece, Maldives, UAE, Singapore, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, France, Mauritius, Qatar and Cambodia 2. EPFO Wage Ceiling Raised to ₹25,000 3. RBI Absorbs ₹3.93 Trillion Through VRRR 4. TCS–DGCX Partnership to Modernise Derivatives Infrastructure RBI and NABARD Current Affairs 1. 46th Chess Olympiad, Samarkand Source: Indian Express ContextThe 46th Chess Olympiad began in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, with India defending its Olympiad gold in both the open and women’s sections. India’s Position Important Facts for Exams 2. India at 131st in Global Gender Gap Index 2026 Source: TH ContextIndia retained its 131st rank on the Global Gender Gap Index 2026, released by the World Economic Forum. India’s Position The Top Three The Bottom Three Countries Ranked Below India 14 countries, including Papua New Guinea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Tajikistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco, Mali, Algeria and Congo. Important Facts for Exams 3. NITI Aayog India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) 2025 Source: Indian Express ContextDelhi topped NITI Aayog’s India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) 2025, followed by Maharashtra and Karnataka — the only two of 17 large states among the top performers in EV implementation. About the Index The Three Themes and Weights Theme Weight Transport Electrification Progress 50 per cent Charging Infrastructure Readiness 30 per cent EV Research and Innovation Status 20 per cent Overall Rankings Rank State/UT Score 1 Delhi 84 2 Maharashtra 78 3 Karnataka 73 4 Chandigarh 71 5 Goa 65 Important Facts for Exams 4. VIMARSH 2026 Source: PIB ContextThe Ministry of Defence organised VIMARSH 2026, a DRDO-Industry Synergy Meet, in New Delhi under the theme “Varta se Vikas” — development through dialogue. What It Is Aim Economy in News 1. India–MERCOSUR Agreement for Paperless Trade 2. India–Vietnam to Observe 2027 as Year of Friendship 3. Kishau Multipurpose Dam Project Social Issue in News 1. International Day of Democracy 2026 2. International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer 2026 Misc GA in News 1. India–Sri Lanka Defence Cooperation 2. International Space Summit 2026 3. India–Malaysia Exercise Samudra Laksamana 2026 4. ‘Ophiopogon japonicus’ Recorded in India for the First Time 5. Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 6. US Open 2026 7. Dhiraj Bommadevara Wins Archery World Cup Final 8. James Rodríguez Retires from International Football 9. Nairobi to Host 2029 World Athletics Championships 10. UEFA Champions League Finals 2028–29 11. Princess Astrid of Norway Passes Away 12. National Engineer’s Day 2026 13. Hindi Diwas 2026 14. 6th All India Official Language Conference 15. N. Purushothama Mallya Passes Away 16. Former Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Alla Nani Passes Away 17. Book: ‘A Century of Service – The RSS in 100 Acts of Seva’