1. Which postal organisation joined hands with India Post to introduce the PosTransfer UPI remittance facility, allowing direct transfers to UPI-enabled accounts in India?
Ans: Qatar Post
2. The 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on August 20, 2026, took place at which location?
Ans: Mahabalipuram
3. Which state inaugurated a Centre of Excellence dedicated to Eri Silk Weaving in August 2026?
Ans: Meghalaya
4. Where did the 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament officially commence in 2026?
Ans: New Delhi
5. Regional Rural Banks recorded what percentage growth in their gross loans during FY 2025–26?
Ans: 10.3%
6. The maiden test flight of India’s indigenous jet-powered loitering munition, Divyastra Mk3, was successfully carried out in which city?
Ans: Lucknow
7. Every year, on which date does India observe Indian Akshay Urja Day to promote awareness about renewable energy?
Ans: August 20
8. Who secured re-election as Zambia’s President for another five-year term in August 2026?
Ans: Hakainde Hichilema
9. World Humanitarian Day is observed internationally on which date each year?
Ans: August 19
10. On what date is World Mosquito Day commemorated annually?
Ans: August 20