Daily Current Affairs - Week 38, 2026 (14 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026)
Generated by AllJobAlerts on 28 September 2026
Weekly Current Affairs
- ESTIC 2026 will be held from 27â29 October at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, inaugurated by PM Modi and focused on AI, semiconductors and quantum tech.
- Power Minister Manohar Lal will attend the G20 Energy Meeting from 14â16 September in Houston focusing on energy security and supply chains.
- IIT-Ropar and Army Air Defence College signed an MoA on 10 September to offer MTech in Defence Technology to Army officers.
- The Bankersâ Books Evidence Act 2026 came into force on 1 October replacing the 1891 law and accepting digital and cloud-based records as evidence.
- India approved the export of up to 654 MW of electricity daily to flood-hit Nepal until 31 December 2026 to support its energy needs.
- 20 NCC girl cadets complete 250 km Aparajita-Parang La high-altitude trek crossing 5,578 m pass.
- Jyotiraditya Scindia releases a stamp honouring Sant Malukdas Ji for Ramâs ideals of duty and compassion.
- CCPA fines Rapido âš10 lakh for dark patterns pushing higher tips.
- NSTFDC-HPCL MoU for smart classrooms in 29 EMRS benefiting 10,000+ ST students.
- Kumik declared Ladakhâs first Heritage Village amid water crisis forcing migration.
- Kishau Dam project clears key hurdle as six states sign MoU with Centre on 15 September 2026 for the âš15,624 crore multipurpose scheme.
- Two new amphibian species discovered in Mizoram.
- Indiaâs 51st Doppler Weather Radar inaugurated at Sambalpur, Odisha under Mission Mausam.
Weekly Current Affairs
- The World Circular Economy Forum 2026 will be held in Gandhinagar, India marking its first South Asian edition with the theme Circular Economy Transition for People and Prosperity.
- Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar is on a three-day visit to Bhutan from 14â16 September 2026, meeting the King and serving as chief guest for National Votersâ Day.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting on 12 September 2026 during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, stressing mutual respect and border peace.
- China Southern Airlines will resume daily GuangzhouâDelhi flights from 21 September 2026, fully restoring direct air links between India and China after a six-year gap.
- The largest 70-member Indian contingent flagged off for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.
- Munich and Barcelona to host the 2028 and 2029 Champions League finals.
- 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference underway in Cape Town.
- GIFT City climbs to 37th rank globally in GFCI 40 and 26th in FinTech rankings.
Weekly Current Affairs
- NPCI launched UPI Tap & Pay and AI-powered My UPI on 10 September allowing contactless payments without opening any app.
- India and MERCOSUR signed the First Additional Protocol to their Preferential Trade Agreement, giving electronic Certificates of Origin the same legal validity as paper ones.
- Bharat Forge partners Pratt & Whitney for turboprop engines in DRDO HALE UAV.
Weekly Current Affairs
- Para-archer Sheetal Devi won her first individual gold at the World Archery Para Series in Ahmedabad by defeating Kazakhstanâs Aizada Seidan in a shoot-off.
- Spinner Shree Charani became the fastest Indian to 50 T20I wickets in 29 matches during the Womenâs Asia Cup semifinal on 10 September.
- Tanya Chaudhary set a national hammer throw record of 68.35 m at the Indian Athletics Series Final in New Delhi on 10 September.
- Indiaâs womenâs hockey team defeated China 1-0 to win their third consecutive AHF Junior Asia Cup title while the menâs team beat South Korea 4-1 for their sixth continental crown.
- Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton in four sets to win the 2026 US Open menâs singles title, his second Grand Slam of the year.
- Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka to claim the 2026 US Open womenâs title and become the new world number one.
- Dhiraj Bommadevara becomes first Indian man to win Archery World Cup Final gold via shoot-off in Mexico.
- Brendan Taylor breaks Tendulkarâs record for longest ODI career.
- Abhishek Sharma smashed the fastest T20I century by a Test-playing nation player in just 30 balls against Afghanistan.
Weekly Current Affairs
- INS Mysore successfully completed the fourth edition of Exercise Samudra Laksamana with the Royal Malaysian Navy at Lumut from 9â12 September 2026.
- Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh met Vietnamâs Deputy Defence Minister on 13 September 2026 to advance defence industrial collaboration and maritime security cooperation.
- India-US Yudh Abhyas 2026 begins at Auli and Mahajan with 600 troops each focusing on mountain ops, IBGs, drones and interoperability.
- US-Jordan Exercise Eager Lion 2026 begins in Colorado.
Weekly Current Affairs
- Sanjukta Parashar becomes first woman to head CRPFâs CoBRA unit.
- Tavengwa Mukuhlani appointed ICC Deputy Chairperson till November 2027, becoming the first Zimbabwean in the role.
- N Chandrasekaran reappointed Tata Sons Chairman for another five years despite opposition from Noel Tata.
- Nobel laureate Michael Kremer appointed World Bank Group Chief Economist and Senior Vice President for Development Economics.
Weekly Current Affairs
- Rani Mukerji received the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award at the 62nd Maharashtra State Film Awards on 9 September in Mumbai.
- Apple TV+âs Widowâs Bay won Best Comedy Series and HBO Maxâs The Pitt took Best Drama Series at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards 2026, while Matthew Rhys achieved a historic double win for Lead Actor in both Comedy and Limited Series.
- The Department of Financial Services won the first prize under the Rajbhasha Kirti Award for 2025â26, presented by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
- Dr Vasundhara Doraswamy to get Padmabhushan Guru Dr Saroja Vaidyanathan Award.
- Sethuraman Panchanathan becomes first Indian-American to win the 2026 Arthur M. Bueche Award from US National Academy of Engineering.
Weekly Current Affairs
- Renowned Tamil scholar and orator Solomon Pappaiah passed away at the age of 90 in Madurai.
- Princess Astrid of Norway, the last surviving child of King Olav V passed away at the age of 94.
Weekly Current Affairs
- National Forest Martyrs Day is observed on 11 September to honour forest staff who died protecting Indiaâs forests, recalling the 1730 Khejarli sacrifice led by Amrita Devi Bishnoi.
- Digvijay Diwas on 11 September marks Swami Vivekanandaâs 1893 Chicago speech that began with âSisters and Brothers of Americaâ and stressed religious tolerance.
- India observed Hindi Diwas on 14 September marking the 1949 adoption of Hindi in Devanagari as the Official Language of the Union under Article 343.
- World First Aid Day 2026 was observed on 12 September with the theme First Aid in Migration Contexts.
- The UN observed the International Day for South-South Cooperation on 11 September focusing on solidarity and inclusive development.
- India observed its 59th National Engineersâ Day on 15 September 2026 to mark the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya, the visionary behind major irrigation and industrial projects.
- World Ozone Day is observed on 16 Sept with the theme celebrating 10 years of Kigali Amendment for sustainable cooling.
- International Equal Pay Day observed on 18 September to highlight the global gender pay gap of around 20%.
- World Bamboo Day celebrated on 18 September with 2026 theme âBamboo for a Regenerative Futureâ.
- Vishwakarma Jayanti was observed on 17 September 2026 with artisans worshipping tools and machines.
Weekly Current Affairs
- Karnataka declares 15 Sept official Engineersâ Day and allows âEr.â prefix for engineers.
- Gujarat launches Child Protection Policy 2026.
Indiaâs 51st Doppler Weather Radar at Sambalpur
- Inaugurated on 16 September 2026 at Jamadarpali, Sambalpur, Odisha under Mission Mausam.
- Make-in-India installation; third Doppler radar in the state after Paradip and Gopalpur.
- Covers 250 km radius with 150-metre resolution; updates every 10 minutes.
- Monitors 13 districts of western Odisha plus parts of Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand.
- Aids early warning for storms, lightning, hail and heavy rain; useful for agriculture and Hirakud Reservoir.
GIFT City Rises in Global Financial Centres Index
- GIFT City ranked 37th globally in GFCI 40 (up 9 places) and 26th in FinTech rankings (up 3 places).
- Only Indian centers among the top 15 in Asia-Pacific; Mumbai rose to 49th.
- The index covers 139 centres using 144 quantitative measures and over 39,000 assessments.
- Regulated by the International Financial Services Centres Authority.
- Supports international financial services and cross-border transactions.
Abhishek Sharmaâs Record 30-Ball Century
- Abhishek Sharma scored a century in just 30 balls against Afghanistan in the 3rd T20I in New Delhi on 17 September 2026.
- He broke Rohit Sharmaâs Indian record of 35 balls (2017).
- Finished with 108 off 34 balls; 102 runs came from boundaries.
- Fastest T20I hundred by any player from a Test-playing nation.
- Only two non-Test players have scored faster (27 and 29 balls).
Michael Kremer Named World Bank Chief Economist
- Nobel laureate Michael Kremer appointed World Bank Group Chief Economist and Senior Vice President for Development Economics on 16 September 2026.
- Will bridge research and practical development outcomes under President Ajay Banga.
- Shared the 2019 Nobel Prize with Banerjee and Duflo for experimental approaches to poverty.
- Known for work on vaccines (Advance Market Commitments), deworming and digital agriculture.
- Co-founded Precision Development and Development Innovation Ventures.
N Chandrasekaran Reappointed Tata Sons Chairman
- Tata Sons board reappointed N Chandrasekaran as Chairman for another five years on 17 September 2026.
- He had earlier said he would not seek extension; the board requested him to reconsider.
- The current term is due to end in February 2027.
- Noel Tata, Chairman of Tata Trusts (holding over 66%), opposed the move and called it a âlegal nullity.â
- Trusts had been preparing a selection process for his successor.
Tavengwa Mukuhlani Appointed ICC Deputy Chair
- ICC has appointed Tavengwa Mukuhlani, Chairman of Zimbabwe Cricket, as Deputy Chairperson until November 2027.
- He replaces Imran Khwaja and becomes the first Zimbabwean in this role.
- The appointment comes ahead of the 2027 Menâs Cricket World Cup, co-hosted by Zimbabwe, South Africa and Namibia.
- Mukuhlani serves on ICC Finance & Commercial Affairs, Nominations, and chairs the HR & Remuneration Committee.
- ICC Chairman Jay Shah congratulated him, calling it a historic moment for African cricket.
Sethuraman Panchanathan Wins Arthur M. Bueche Award
- Computer scientist Sethuraman Panchanathan received the 2026 Arthur M. Bueche Award from the US National Academy of Engineering.
- First Indian-American and Arizonan to win the award in over four decades.
- Honoured for contributions to science, technology, innovation and policy.
- Former 15th Director of the US National Science Foundation; now University Professor at Arizona State University.
- Born in Chennai in 1961; educated in India and Canada.
Vishwakarma Jayanti 2026 â 17 September
- Vishwakarma Jayanti celebrated on 17 September 2026, coinciding with Kanya Sankranti.
- Devotees worship Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect and craftsman of Hindu tradition.
- Mainly observed by artisans, engineers, industrial workers and tool-using professionals.
- Rituals include cleaning and worshipping tools and machines; work is paused during puja.
- Especially popular in eastern and north-eastern Indian states.
World Bamboo Day 2026 â 18 September
- Celebrated every year on 18 September since 2009 by the World Bamboo Organization.
- 2026 theme: âBamboo for a Regenerative Future: A Global Call to Grow, Build and Prosper with Nature.â
- Bamboo supports livelihoods, land rehabilitation, climate action, circular economy and low-carbon construction.
- Events include planting drives, seminars, exhibitions and community programmes.
- Campaign urges collaboration among governments, scientists, businesses and communities.
International Equal Pay Day (18): Promoting Gender Equality and Equal Pay for All
- Observed annually on 18 September to highlight the global gender pay gap of around 20%.
- UN and ILO stress equal pay as a human right linked to gender equality and sustainable development.
- Causes include womenâs overrepresentation in informal work, unpaid care responsibilities and the motherhood penalty.
- ILO Equal Remuneration Convention (1951) is a fundamental standard.
- Equal Pay International Coalition (EPIC), led by ILO, UN Women and OECD, works for coordinated action.
Two New Amphibian Species Discovered in Mizoram
- Scientists described Duttaphrynus phawngpui (toad) and Ingerana aizawl (frog) in papers published on 13 and 14 September 2026.
- Duttaphrynus phawngpui was found above 2,000 m in Phawngpui National Park (Blue Mountain), Mizoramâs highest peak.
- Ingerana aizawl was discovered on the Mizoram University campus and was earlier misidentified as Ingerana borealis.
- Research involved Mizoram University, Cotton University, Help Earth and Indonesian scientists.
Kishau Dam Project Clears Major Hurdle with Six-State MoU
- Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand signed an MoU with the Centre on 15 September 2026.
- The âš15,624 crore multipurpose project on the Tons River was delayed for nearly eight years due to inter-state and financial issues.
- The centre will bear 90% of the cost of the water component.
- The project will generate 660 MW power and supply irrigation, drinking and industrial water while augmenting Yamuna flow.
- A 6-metre-high concrete gravity dam with 1,562 MCM live storage capacity to be built by Kishau Corporation Limited.
Kumik Declared Ladakhâs First Heritage Village Amid Water Crisis
- Kumik in Zanskar was declared Ladakhâs first Heritage Village on 15 September 2026 by LG Vinai Kumar Saxena at the Ladakh Zanskar Festival.
- Recognition highlights traditional architecture, Buddhist Kanjur manuscripts, farming practices and living cultural customs.
- Kanjur (Kangyur) refers to the Tibetan Buddhist canon of Buddhaâs teachings.
- Severe water scarcity from depleting glaciers has forced many families to migrate to Lower Kumik.
- The key challenge remains conserving heritage while sustaining community life under worsening environmental stress.
69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference Underway in Cape Town
- The conference was held in Cape Town, South Africa from 13-19 September 2026, hosted by the Parliament of South Africa.
- The Indian delegation is led by Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Shri Harivansh.
- On 15 September, bilateral meetings were held with senior South African parliamentary leaders.
- Dr D. Purandeswari attended the CPA Executive Committee meeting; Vijender Gupta chaired a workshop on inclusivity.
Munich and Barcelona Named Hosts for UEFA Champions League Finals
- The UEFA Executive Committee selected Allianz Arena, Munich for the 2028 final and Camp Nou, Barcelona for 2029 on 15 September 2026.
- Allianz Arena (opened 2005, capacity ~75,000) will host its third UCL final after 2012 and 2025.
- Camp Nou (opened 1957) will stage its first final since 1999; redevelopment aims for 105,000 capacity.
- The 2027 final will be held at Estadio Metropolitano, Madrid on 5 June.
Brendan Taylor Breaks Sachin Tendulkarâs Record for Longest ODI Career
- Zimbabwe wicketkeeper-batsman Brendan Taylor set a new record for the longest ODI career on 15 September 2026.
- He surpassed Sachin Tendulkarâs mark of 22 years and 91 days during the first ODI against Australia in Harare.
- Taylorâs ODI career now stands at 22 years and 148 days.
- Sri Lankaâs Sanath Jayasuriya remains third with 21 years and 184 days.
- The record measures career span, not matches or runs.
- Tendulkar still holds key records: most ODI runs (18,426), most appearances (463), and first ODI double hundred.
Exercise Eager Lion 2026 Begins in Colorado
- The 12th edition of the biennial US-Jordan military exercise started on 15 September 2026 at Fort Carson, Colorado.
- Over 200 personnel from both nations are participating in the two-week drill.
- Focus areas include counterterrorism, air defence, maritime security, cyber operations and disaster response.
- It is the first time the United States is hosting the exercise.
- The Colorado-Jordan State Partnership Program, established in 2004, underpins the long-term military cooperation.
Sanjukta Parashar Becomes First Woman to Head CRPFâs CoBRA
- IPS officer Sanjukta Parashar (2006 batch, Assam-Meghalaya cadre) is the first woman to head CRPFâs elite CoBRA unit.
- Known as the âIron Lady of Assamâ for leading anti-NDFB operations in Sonitpur (2013-14) that neutralised 16 militants and arrested 64.
- She earlier served in Assam Police CID and NIA, handling major counter-terrorism cases.
- CoBRA specialises in jungle warfare against left-wing extremism and operates in Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Manipur.
Dr Vasundhara Doraswamy to Receive Padmabhushan Guru Dr Saroja Vaidyanathan Excellence Award
- Bharatanatyam exponent Dr Vasundhara Doraswamy will be honoured with the award at Vysakhi Nrithyotsav in Visakhapatnam on 26-27 September 2026.
- The Mysore-based artiste has performed, researched and taught for over 50 years.
- She is noted for integrating Bharatanatyam with Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, drawing on training under Pattabhi Jois.
- Acclaimed choreographies include Panchali, Ganga Lahari and Sama Veda.
Gujarat Unveils Child Protection Policy 2026
- Gujarat has introduced the State Child Protection Policy 2026 to ensure a safe, dignified and rights-based childhood for all children.
- It aims to protect children from violence, exploitation, abuse, neglect and discrimination while promoting education, healthcare and holistic development.
- The policy follows a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and strengthens protection systems across schools, healthcare, care institutions, workplaces, public spaces and the cyber world.
- Institutions working with children must train staff on child rights, POCSO Act and Juvenile Justice Act, and follow a strict code of conduct.
NSTFDC-HPCL MoU for Smart Classrooms in 29 EMRS
- NSTFDC and HPCL sign MoU for computer labs and smart classrooms in 29 Eklavya Model Residential Schools in Rajasthan.
- âš16.01 crore project benefits over 10,000 ST students annually.
- Each school gets 4 smart classrooms, a computer lab, tablets and internet.
- Covers 11 districts; completion in six months.
CCPA Fines Rapido âš10 Lakh for Dark Patterns
- CCPA imposes âš10 lakh penalty on Rapido for misleading tipping prompts and dark patterns.
- Practices include âConfirm Shamingâ and colour-coded âInterface Interferenceâ pushing higher payments.
- Advance tips before ride completion violate guidelines; claims of better matching unsubstantiated.
- Part of wider scrutiny of ride-hailing platforms.
Largest Indian Contingent Flagged Off for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
- 70-member Team India flagged off for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 (22-27 Sept).
- Will compete in 63 skills, including 11 new-age categories.
- Largest-ever contingent; ceremony at Kaushal Bhawan, New Delhi.
- Minister Jayant Chaudhary stresses skill excellence and Viksit Bharat vision.
Commemorative Stamp Released for Sant Malukdas Ji
- Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia releases a postage stamp honouring Sant Malukdas Ji.
- Saint devoted to Lord Ramâs ideals of duty, truth, compassion and public welfare.
- Stamp connects his message of devotion and humanity to national memory.
- Issued during Sant Samagam and linked to cultural revival under Viksit Bharat.
20 NCC Girl Cadets Complete Aparajita-Parang La Trek
- 20 NCC girl cadets finish All India High Altitude Long Trek âAparajita - Parang La 2026â.
- Covered ~250 km over 30 days, crossing Parang La Pass (5,578 m) from Spiti to Ladakh.
- Flagged off by RM Rajnath Singh; flagged in at Karzok by DG NCC.
- Builds leadership, teamwork and endurance among youth.
Bharat Forge Partners Pratt & Whitney for DRDO HALE UAV
- Bharat Forge and Pratt & Whitney Canada collaborate to integrate advanced turboprop engines into DRDOâs High-Altitude Long-Endurance UAV.
- Focus: engine compatibility, performance and installation.
- Supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat in aerospace and defence manufacturing.
- HALE UAVs used for long-duration surveillance and reconnaissance.
Dhiraj Bommadevara Wins Historic Archery World Cup Final Gold
- Indian archer Dhiraj Bommadevara becomes first Indian man to win Archery World Cup Final gold.
- Defeated Japanâs Nakanishi Junya via shoot-off (10-9) after a 5-5 tie in Saltillo, Mexico.
- Ends long drought since Jayanta Talukdarâs 2010 bronze; first individual gold after Dola Banerjee (2007).
Yudh Abhyas 2026: India-US Joint Military Drill Begins
- India-US exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 started on 15 Sept at Auli (Uttarakhand) and Mahajan Range (Rajasthan).
- 600 troops from each side participate.
- Focus: mountain/semi-mountain operations and Integrated Battle Groups.
- Drones, autonomous systems for surveillance; modern weapons demo.
- Aims at interoperability, tactics exchange and multi-domain tech discussions.
World Ozone Day 2026 Observed Today
- World Ozone Day is marked on 16 Sept to protect the ozone layer from UV rays.
- Theme: âGlobal Action for a Cooler Planet â Celebrating 10 Years of Sustainable Cooling under Kigali Amendment.â
- Highlights Vienna Convention (1985), Montreal Protocol (1987) and Kigali Amendment (2016) phasing down HFCs.
- Educates on ozone depletion, climate links and sustainable cooling.
Karnataka Declares Engineersâ Day Official; Allows âEr.â Prefix
- Karnataka makes 15 Sept Engineersâ Day an official state event in 2026.
- Allows engineers to use âEr.â prefix (like âTr.â for teachers).
- Day marks birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya (born 1861).
- He designed Krishnaraja Sagara dam sluice gates and served as Diwan of Mysore.
India Approves Power Export to Flood-Hit Nepal
- Emergency Electricity Supply: Indiaâs Ministry of Power approved exporting up to 654 MW of electricity daily (18 hours/day) to Nepal until 31 December 2026.
- Grid Infrastructure: Supply includes up to 600 MW via the MuzaffarpurâDhalkebar line and 54 MW through the TanakpurâMahendranagar line.
- Humanitarian Support: The decision helps Nepal rebuild energy stability after recent severe flooding damaged its domestic hydropower generation facilities.
India-China Air Links Fully Restored with China Southernâs Delhi-Guangzhou Flight Resumption
- Overview: Direct air routes between India and China serve as vital economic bridges, resuming gradually after multi-year suspensions caused by COVID-19 and geopolitical tensions.
- China Southern Airlines: Restarting daily GuangzhouâDelhi passenger flights (CZ359/CZ360 on Boeing 737) from September 21, 2026, ending a 6-year hiatus.
- IndiGo Operations: Launched non-stop routes connecting Kolkata to Guangzhou (Oct 2025), Delhi to Guangzhou (Nov 2025), and Kolkata to Shanghai (March 2026).
PM Modi Meets Chinese President Xi Jinping at BRICS
- Bilateral Dialogue: PM Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting on 12 September 2026 during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.
- Core Principles: Modi emphasized that ties must be guided by "three mutuals"âmutual respect, sensitivity, and interestâand that border peace remains essential.
- Trade & Mobility: Both leaders agreed to address trade imbalances, ease supply chain issues, improve market access, and enhance regional cooperation.
CEC Shri Gyanesh Kumarâs Visit to Bhutan
- Official Diplomatic Mission: Chief Election Commissioner of India, Shri Gyanesh Kumar, is on a three-day visit to Bhutan from 14â16 September 2026.
- Key Engagements: He met His Majesty the King in Thimphu and serves as Chief Guest for Bhutanâs National Votersâ Day in Paro on 15 September.
- Institutional Ties: Meetings with Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay and local officials aim to deepen electoral cooperation between the two nations.
IndiaâMERCOSUR Trade Protocol Signed
- Digital Documentation: India and MERCOSUR signed the First Additional Protocol to their Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) to legalize electronic Certificates of Origin.
- Customs Modernization: Amending Article 16 of Annex III gives digital certificates identical legal validity to paper forms, drastically reducing transaction processing time and costs.
- Bilateral Commitment: Signed by Indian Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal alongside ambassadors of Uruguay and Paraguay, the protocol marks a leap toward paperless cross-border trade.
India-Vietnam Defense Bilateral Talks
- High-Level Security Meeting: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh met Vietnam's Deputy Minister of National Defence, Senior Lt. Gen. Nguyen Truong Thang, on 13 September 2026.
- Strategic Focus: Conversations centered on advancing defense industrial collaboration, technology sharing, and expanding maritime security under the Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
- Future Roadmap: Both nations reinforced commitment to ASEAN-led mechanisms (ADMM-Plus) and agreed to host the next Defence Policy Dialogue at Aero India 2027.
INS Mysore Completes Exercise Samudra Laksamana
- Joint Bilateral Naval Drill: INS Mysore concluded participation in the 4th edition of Exercise Samudra Laksamana with the Royal Malaysian Navy at Lumut (09â12 Sep 2026).
- Operational Cooperation: The exercise featured harbour exchanges followed by coordinated sea evolutions alongside Malaysian ships KD Lekir and KD Gagah Samudera.
- Strategic Partnership: The operation builds on the 12th IndiaâMalaysia Sub Committee Meeting, strengthening regional maritime safety and interoperability.
Department of Financial Services Wins 'Rajbhasha Kirti' Award
- Top Official Language Honor: The Department of Financial Services (DFS) won First Prize under 'Rajbhasha Kirti' (ministries/departments <300 personnel) for 2025â26.
- Event Details: Conferred by Union Home Minister Amit Shah during the 6th All India Official Language Conference and Hindi Diwas in Vashi, Navi Mumbai.
- Recognition: Received by Additional Secretary Shri Hari Har Mishra, the award recognizes innovative implementation and promoting progressive use of Hindi in official work.
78th Primetime Emmy Awards 2026
- Major TV Winners: Apple TV+âs Widowâs Bay won Best Comedy Series, while HBO Maxâs The Pitt took Best Drama Series. HBOâs DTF St. Louis earned the Best Limited Series award.
- Historic Double Win: Matthew Rhys made headlines by winning both Lead Actor in a Comedy Series (Widowâs Bay) and Lead Actor in a Limited Series (The Beast in Me).
- Notable Accolades: Jean Smart continued her historic winning streak, securing Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Hacks.
National Engineersâ Day 2026
- Commemoration: India marks its 59th National Engineersâ Day on 15 September 2026, honoring the 1861 birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya.
- Engineering Marvels: Known as the "Father of Modern Mysore," Visvesvaraya designed automatic sluice gates at Khadakvasla and built the Krishna Raja Sagara Dam.
- Nation Building: Beyond irrigation and flood control solutions, his vision spanned industrial development and seminal works like "Planned Economy for India".
Bankersâ Books Evidence Act, 2026 Enters Force Oct 1
- Legislation: The Bankersâ Books Evidence Act, 2026 (passed August 13, 2026) comes into force on October 1, 2026, replacing the 1891 law.
- Digital Integration: Establishes a technology-neutral framework accepting physical, electronic, digital, and cloud-based financial records as evidence.
- Procedural Reform: Simplifies certification process via manual or digital signatures and sets clear guidelines requiring "special cause" before summoning non-party bank officials.
- Regulatory Flexibility: Enables Central Government extension to wider financial sector entities.
WCEF 2026 to Take Place in Gandhinagar, India
- Historic Regional Host: The World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2026 will occur in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, marking its South Asian debut.
- Theme & Participation: Guided by "Circular Economy: Transition for People and Prosperity," it will gather 2,000+ delegates and 125+ exhibitors across 65 countries.
- Key Partners: Jointly organized by CPCB, Sitra, Finland, India's Environment Ministry, and Gujarat's Pollution Control Board.
- Global Impact: Includes 80 global accelerator sessions and the 10YFP Board meeting.
Elena Rybakina Wins 2026 US Open Women's Singles
- Championship Match: Elena Rybakina defeated two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 to claim the US Open title.
- New World No. 1: The victory elevated the 27-year-old Kazakh player to the world No. 1 ranking, ending Sabalenka's 99-week streak at top spot.
- Hard-Court Major Sweep: Rybakina has now secured hard-court titles across the Australian Open, US Open, and WTA Finals.
- Career Grand Slam Pursuit: Only a French Open victory remains for her career Grand Slam sweep.
Alexander Zverev Claims 2026 US Open Men's Title
- Final Match Outcome: Germany's Alexander Zverev defeated America's Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2 at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
- Grand Slam Milestone: This marks Zverev's second Grand Slam title of 2026, joining a rare group of Open Era players winning two majors in a single year.
- Dominant Record: Zverev improved his head-to-head record against Shelton to 6-0.
- Shelton's Achievements: Despite the loss, 23-year-old Shelton reached a career-high world No. 4 ranking.
India Wins Golden Double at AHF Junior Asia Cup 2026
- Women's Success: The Indian womenâs hockey team defeated host China 1-0 in Moqi to claim their third consecutive title, maintaining an unbeaten tournament run under new coach Tim White.
- Key Scorer: Sanika Chandrakant Mane scored the winning goal in the 17th minute, finishing as the joint-top scorer with 7 goals.
- Men's Dominance: The Indian men's team won their sixth continental title by defeating South Korea 4-1, after building a 3-0 halftime lead.
Princess Astrid of Norway Passes Away at Age 94
- Royal Passing: Princess Astrid of Norway died peacefully on September 11, 2026; she was the last surviving child of King Olav V.
- Lineage & Dynasty: A senior member of the House of GlĂźcksburg, she was the elder sister of King Harald V.
- Final Public Appearance: Attended King Harald Vâs state funeral on September 9, 2026, at Oslo Cathedral using a wheelchair.
- Official Protocol: The Royal Palace flew its flag at half-mast to mark formal national mourning.
Renowned Tamil Scholar Solomon Pappaiah Passes Away at 90
- Demise: Scholar, professor, and orator Solomon Pappaiah passed away on September 11, 2026, in Madurai at age 90.
- Cultural Icon: Popularized Pattimandram (traditional Tamil debate format) across television platforms, moderating over 12,000 public debates.
- Academic Career: Taught and headed the Tamil Department at The American College, Madurai, for over three decades.
- Honors: Conferred the Kalaimamani award in 2000 and the Padma Shri (India's fourth-highest civilian honor) in 2021.
UN Marks International Day for South-South Cooperation 2026
- Observance & Focus: Celebrated on September 11, 2026, highlighting technical and knowledge exchanges between developing nations to solve shared global challenges.
- Theme: Focused on "Solidarity Rising: Global Alliance for Inclusive and Innovative Development."
- Major Launch: Features the official rollout of the UNOSSC-facilitated Global Alliance for South-South and Triangular Cooperation.
- Triangular Approach: Blends Southern ownership and experience with technical, institutional, or financial backing from developed partners.
World First Aid Day 2026 Observed on September 12
- Date & Context: Observed globally on the second Saturday of September (September 12, 2026), focusing on life-saving skills during emergencies.
- 2026 Focus: Theme "First Aid in Migration Contexts" emphasizes providing emergency care for displaced populations and refugees.
- History: Instituted in 2000 by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).
- Core Framework: Relies on four fundamental emergency steps: assessing safety, evaluating condition, requesting medical help, and delivering first aid.
India Observes Hindi Diwas 2026 on September 14
- Historical Origins: September 14 marks the day in 1949 when the Constituent Assembly adopted Hindi in the Devanagari script as the Official Language of the Union.
- Constitutional Basis: Article 343 outlines Hindi as the Official Language, while Article 351 mandates its promotion and development.
- National Language Clarification: India has no single National Language; English also serves as an official language alongside Hindi.
- First Observance: Annual celebrations began in 1953 to promote the language and honor Indiaâs linguistic diversity.
IIT-Ropar & Army Air Defence College Sign MoA for MTech Programme
- IIT-Ropar and Army Air Defence College, Gopalpur, signed a Memorandum of Agreement on 10 September 2026.
- The agreement provides an MTech degree in Defence Technology for Indian Army officers.
- Offers academic accreditation for officers undergoing the Long Air Defence Course at Gopalpur.
- Signed by Prof. Rajeev Ahuja (Director, IIT-Ropar) and Lt. Gen. Amit Rao (Commandant, AADC).
- Built on a December 2022 MoU between Army Training Command and IIT-Ropar.
- IIT-Ropar faculty will mentor dissertations and research work.
NPCI Launches UPI Tap & Pay and My UPI Platform
- National Payments Corporation of India launched UPI Tap & Pay and AI-powered My UPI on 10 September 2026.
- Unveiled by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra at the Global Fintech Fest 2026.
- UPI Tap & Pay is a contactless feature for NFC-enabled smartphones.
- Users unlock the phone and tap it on a PoS terminal to pay without opening any UPI app.
- No active mobile data needed as the transaction uses the PoS terminalâs internet.
- PIN-less limit set at âš5,000; higher amounts require UPI PIN.
- My UPI is an AI-powered conversational platform built on NPCIâs FiMI model.
Tanya Chaudhary Sets National Hammer Throw Record
- 22-year-old Tanya Chaudhary from Uttar Pradesh set a new national record in womenâs hammer throw.
- Achieved a throw of 68.35 metres at the Indian Athletics Series Final in New Delhi.
- Event held on 10 September 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
- She won the gold medal, finishing ahead of Anushka Yadav (66.34 metres).
- Womenâs hammer throw uses a 4-kilogram metal ball attached to a wire.
- Athletes rotate and release the implement; governed by World Athletics.
Shree Charani Fastest Indian to 50 T20I Wickets
- Indian left-arm spinner Shree Charani reached 50 T20I wickets in her 29th match.
- Milestone achieved on 10 September 2026 during the Women's Asia Cup semifinal in Dubai.
- Became the fastest Indian bowler (menâs or womenâs) to the mark, beating Kuldeep Yadavâs 30 matches.
- Took the 50th wicket by dismissing Bangladeshâs Juairiya Ferdous, caught by Richa Ghosh.
- Finished with figures of 1 for 14 in 4 overs, including one maiden.
- India won the match by 40 runs.
- Joint second-fastest in womenâs T20I history, matching Leigh Kasperek and Anisa Mohammed.
Union Minister Manohar Lal at G20 Energy Meeting
- Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Shri Manohar Lal will attend the G20 Energy Ministerial Meeting.
- Event scheduled for 14â16 September 2026 in Houston, USA.
- Hosted under the U.S. G20 Presidency with Energy Ministers from G20 members.
- Focus areas: global energy security, affordability, infrastructure and resilient supply chains.
- Three key pillars: Energy Security and Affordable Baseload, Permitting and Regulatory Efficiency, Critical Minerals & Resilient Supply Chains.
- India will highlight its resilient energy system, regulatory reforms and critical minerals strategy.
- Emphasis on diversification, circularity and full value-chain strengthening.
ESTIC 2026 â Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave
- Second edition scheduled for 27â29 October 2026.
- The venue is Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
- To be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- Coordinated by CSIR with participation from 13 ministries.
- Theme: âCreative Minds, Catalyzing Science, Empowering Technologiesâ.
- Focuses on 12 emerging fields including semiconductors, AI, robotics, quantum communication, space technology and agri-tech.
- Aims to move scientific research towards market-ready businesses.
- Features three Nobel Laureates: Joachim Frank, Sir Richard J. Roberts and Kostya Novoselov.
Sheetal Devi Wins Maiden Individual Gold
- Indian para-archer Sheetal Devi won her first individual gold medal.
- Achieved at the Hyundai World Archery Para Series in Ahmedabad.
- Defeated Kazakhstanâs Aizada Seidan in the compound womenâs final.
- Both scored 30 points, forcing a shoot-off.
- Devi shot an X to clinch the victory.
- Seidan, ranked 44th in the world, earned her career-first silver.
- Compatriot Sarita secured the bronze medal.
- She defeated Chinaâs Wang Huiting in a close match.
- India also won the recurve mixed team gold with Harvinder Singh and Bhawna.
Rani Mukerji Receives Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award
- Actress Rani Mukerji received the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award.
- Presented at the 62nd Maharashtra State Film Awards ceremony.
- Held on 9 September 2026 at Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi, Mumbai.
- Award given by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
- Recognises contribution to films and the film industry.
- Salim Khan received the Raj Kapoor Lifetime Achievement Award.
- Actor-director Prasad Oak received the Chitrapati V. Shantaram Special Contribution Award.
Digvijay Diwas 2026
- Celebrated on 11 September every year.
- Mark Swami Vivekanandaâs historic speech at the 1893 Parliament of the Worldâs Religions in Chicago.
- Opened with the famous words âSisters and Brothers of Americaâ.
- Received a standing ovation and became one of the most popular speakers.
- Represented Hinduism and Vedanta philosophy on a global stage.
- Stressed religious tolerance, unity and rejection of bigotry and sectarianism.
- Key appeals: Help and not Fight, Assimilation and not Destruction, Harmony and Peace.
- Remains relevant for inter-faith harmony and peaceful coexistence today.
National Forest Martyrs Day 2026
- Observed every year on 11 September.
- Honours forest department employees who died protecting Indiaâs forests and wildlife.
- It commemorates the 1730 Khejarli sacrifice by the Bishnoi community of Rajasthan.
- Led by Amrita Devi Bishnoi against felling of Khejri trees by Jodhpur officials.
- Over 360 people lost their lives in the protest.
- Links historic community conservation with modern risks faced by forest guards.
- Risks include poaching, illegal logging and forest fires.
- Amrita Deviâs legacy continues through an award for wildlife protection.