Current Affairs Quiz 27th and 28th September 2026 Quiz

Ans.b

Explanation: India and the Netherlands strengthened their cooperation in the water sector, focusing on the Kalpasar Project in Gujarat. The project envisages creating a freshwater reservoir using runoff from the Sabarmati, Mahi and Dhadhar rivers, supplemented by water from the Narmada River.

Ans.c

Explanation: India secured 31st rank in the Travel & Tourism Development Index 2026, improving from 39th place in 2024. The report was published by the World Economic Forum and Zurich Insurance Group. Japan secured the first position.

Top 5 Rank

• Japan
• USA
• Spain
• Australia
• France

Ans.b

Explanation: Gautam Adani and his family reclaimed the top position in the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026, with a total wealth of ₹9.23 lakh crore, overtaking Mukesh Ambani and family, whose wealth was ₹8.63 lakh crore. The list featured 1,810 individuals with combined wealth of ₹187.5 lakh crore.

Highlights of the 2026 List

• Top Overall: Gautam Adani & family (₹9.23 lakh crore), overtaking Mukesh Ambani & family at ₹8.63 lakh crore.
• Entertainers & Cricketers: Shah Rukh Khan and family lead this segment with ₹10,000 crore, followed by Amitabh Bachchan at ₹4,000 crore.
• Richest Woman: Roshni Nadar Malhotra & family rank fifth overall with ₹2.78 lakh crore, making them India’s wealthiest woman.
• Overall Scale: The 15th edition features 1,810 individuals with a combined wealth of ₹187.5 lakh crore and a record 391 dollar billionaires.
• City Hubs: Mumbai leads with 465 entries, followed by New Delhi (236) and Bengaluru (129).

Ans.d

Explanation: India recorded gross Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows of US$ 94.53 billion in FY 2025–26, the highest annual level recorded so far. Cumulative FDI inflows from FY 2014–15 to FY 2025–26 reached US$ 843 billion.

Ans.c

Explanation: ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited changed its name to ICICI Life Insurance Limited, effective 22 September 2026, after receiving approval from the Registrar of Companies, Central Processing Centre. The company will also intimate IRDAI for a revised Certificate of Registration under the applicable regulations.

Ans.b

Explanation: The Indian government linked further capital support for National Insurance Company, Oriental Insurance Company and United India Insurance Company to operational improvements and sustained performance. These three insurers collectively require an estimated ₹39,000 crore by March 2027 to meet regulatory solvency requirements. New India Assurance remains profitable.

Ans.c

Explanation: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) named Muthoot FinCorp as the title sponsor for Indian home cricket until March 2028. The partnership covers international series and tournaments played in India, along with domestic competitions organised by the BCCI. Muthoot FinCorp replaced IDFC First Bank.

Ans.d

Explanation: Pune will host the UCI Road World Championships in 2032, marking the first time this prestigious global cycling event will be held in India. The bid was jointly led by the Government of Maharashtra and the Cycling Federation of India, with support from the Government of India.

Ans.c

Explanation: Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan released the book Vishwasanchar Hindutva Ka at Uprashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on 24 September 2026. The book was published by Saptahik Vivek, a publication established in 1948.

Ans.c

Explanation: World Contraception Day is observed annually on 26 September. First observed in 2007, the day aims to raise awareness about contraception, promote individual health, encourage open discussions and support women’s rights and gender equality. The 2026 theme is “No Barriers, Just Choices.”

Ans.b

Explanation: World Environmental Health Day is observed on 26 September every year. The observance highlights the relationship between the environment and human health and recognises the work of environmental health professionals. The 2026 theme was “Environmental Health: Standing with Science to Protect Communities.”

Ans.d

Explanation: World Tourism Day is celebrated globally on 27 September every year. It aims to raise awareness of tourism’s social, cultural, political and economic importance. The theme for 2026 was “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism.”

Ans.b

Explanation: Veteran Bollywood actor Mushtaq Khan passed away at the age of 75 on 24 September 2026. He was known for his roles in films such as Hum Hain Raahi Pyar Ke, Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, Welcome and Bala.