Current Affairs Quiz — 29 October 2026
Economy
Q1. When is the next due date for premature redemption of Sovereign Gold Bond 2019-20 Series VI?
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Answer: B. October 30, 2026
The Sovereign Gold Bond 2019-20 Series VI issued on October 30, 2019, allows premature redemption after the fifth year from the date of issue, making October 30, 2026, the next due date for premature redemption.
“Accordingly, the next due date of premature redemption of the above tranche shall be on October 30, 2026.”
Source: Premature redemption under Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) Scheme - Redemption Price for premature redemption of SGB 2019-20 Series VI due on October 30, 2026 ↗Economy
Q2. What is the rate of interest on Government of India Floating Rate Bond 2034 for the half year starting October 30, 2026?
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Answer: B. 7.26 per cent per annum
The Government of India Floating Rate Bond 2034 carries a rate of interest of 7.26% per annum for the half year from October 30, 2026 to April 29, 2027.
“The rate of interest on Government of India Floating Rate Bond 2034 (FRB 2034) applicable for the half year October 30, 2026 to April 29, 2027 shall be 7.26 per cent per annum.”
Source: Rate of Interest on Government of India Floating Rate Bond 2034 ↗Banking Regulation
Q3. Until what date has the Reserve Bank of India extended the directive period for The Irinjalakuda Town Co-operative Bank Ltd., Kerala?
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Answer: D. January 30, 2027
The Reserve Bank of India extended the directive period for The Irinjalakuda Town Co-operative Bank Ltd., Kerala, for a further three months from October 30, 2026, to January 30, 2027.
“Accordingly, the Reserve Bank of India, in the exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, hereby extends the Directive for a further period of three months from close of business on October 30, 2026, to close of business on January 30, 2027, subject to review.”
Source: Directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – The Irinjalakuda Town Co-operative Bank Ltd., Kerala - Extension of period ↗Banking Regulation
Q4. For how long has the Reserve Bank of India extended the directive period for Lokapavani Mahila Sahakari Bank Niyamitha, Mandya beyond October 30, 2026?
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Answer: B. Three months
The Reserve Bank of India extended the directive period for Lokapavani Mahila Sahakari Bank Niyamitha, Mandya, for a further period of three months from October 30, 2026, to January 30, 2027.
“hereby extends the Directive for a further period of three months from close of business on October 30, 2026 to close of business on January 30, 2027, subject to review.”
Source: Directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Lokapavani Mahila Sahakari Bank Niyamitha, Mandya - Extension of Period ↗Finance
Q5. What was the weighted average yield (WAY) for the 91-Day Treasury Bills in the auction?
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Answer: D. 5.9094%
The weighted average yield reflects the average return investors will earn on the Treasury Bills, indicating market expectations of short‑term interest rates.
“Weighted Average Price (₹)/Yield 98.5481 96.8541 93.7902 (WAY: 5.9094%) (WAY: 6.5140%) (WAY: 6.6391%)”
Source: Treasury Bills: Full Auction Result ↗Banking
Q6. Until what date did the Reserve Bank of India extend the directive for Sonpeth Nagari Sahakari Bank?
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Answer: D. January 30, 2027
The RBI extends directives to maintain regulatory oversight of banks that may have financial difficulties; the extension date specifies the period of supervision.
“to close of business on January 30, 2027, subject to review.”
Source: Directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Sonpeth Nagari Sahakari Bank Maryadit, Sonpeth, Dist. Parbhani – Extension of Period ↗Recruitment
Q7. How many Medical Officer (Grade-2) posts were advertised by JMC in 2026?
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Answer: B. 5
The number of posts indicates the scale of recruitment and helps candidates gauge competition for the Medical Officer Grade‑2 position.
“Medical Officer (Grade-2): 5 posts.”
Source: Jamnagar Municipal Corporation Recruitment 2026 ↗Recruitment
Q8. What is the advertisement number for the JMC Recruitment 2026 notice?
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Answer: C. JMC/202627/9
The advertisement number uniquely identifies the recruitment notice and is required for application.
“The advertisement number is JMC/202627/9.”
Source: JMC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 31 Medical and Clerical Posts ↗Recruitment
Q9. How many Medical Officer - Class 2 posts are available in the JMC recruitment?
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Answer: C. 2
The post count informs candidates about the availability of positions for Medical Officer Class 2.
“The recruitment is for 2 posts.”
Source: JMC Medical Officer - Class 2 Notification 2026 ↗