National:
- On 9 September 2026, the Chhattisgarh Cabinet approved the ₹500-crore NIPUN Mission to promote innovation, entrepreneurship and employment. The mission will provide financial assistance, incubation facilities and skill-development support to young entrepreneurs and start-ups. It aims to strengthen the state’s start-up ecosystem and help commercially promising ideas reach the market.
- On 9 September 2026, the Karnataka Cabinet approved the Aerospace and Defence Policy 2026–31. The policy aims to attract nearly ₹60,000 crore in investment and generate 60,000 jobs. It provides incentives for aerospace manufacturing, research, maintenance and defence enterprises, with special attention to industrial development in ten relatively backward districts.
- During a meeting in New Delhi on 9 September 2026, the Union government proposed special constitutional safeguards for Ladakh through a possible Article 371(K). The proposal seeks to protect local land, employment, culture and identity. It may also establish a directly elected territorial body with limited legislative powers, but it has not yet received constitutional or parliamentary approval.
- On 10 September 2026, the Union Rural Development Ministry launched the operational guidelines for the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme 3.0 at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi. Supported by an outlay of approximately ₹565.5 crore for 2026–31, the programme will integrate land records, property maps and registration services while reducing disputes and fraudulent property transactions.
- On 10 September 2026, the Department of Consumer Affairs notified amendments to the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules. Effective from 1 January 2027, online platforms offering discounts must display the lowest price charged during the previous 30 days as the reference price. Sponsored products and paid listings must also be clearly identified to improve transparency for consumers.
- On 9 September 2026, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis presented actress Rani Mukerji with the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award at the 62nd Maharashtra State Film Awards at Ravindra Natya Mandir, Mumbai. She was recognised for her contribution to Indian cinema and for portraying strong and socially significant characters during her acting career.
- On 10 September 2026, the International Monetary Fund welcomed India’s efforts to modernise its statistical framework. The reforms include updated Index of Industrial Production and Producer Price Index series, improved data-collection methods and more timely publication of economic statistics. The IMF said internationally comparable data would strengthen economic assessment, policymaking and investor confidence.
- On 9 September 2026, Indian para-archer Sheetal Devi won the compound women’s individual gold medal at the World Archery Para Series Stage III in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. She secured the gold through a dramatic shoot-off. India finished the tournament with six medals, while Sheetal also earned another podium finish in the team competition.
- On 10 September 2026, the Gujarat government allocated ₹301 crore for preparations related to the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad. The allocation covers organisational and infrastructure expenditure, while ₹200 crore had reportedly already been paid as the hosting fee. Ahmedabad will host the centenary edition of the Commonwealth Games.
- On 10 September 2026, left-arm spinner Shree Charani became the fastest Indian bowler to complete 50 wickets in women’s T20 Internationals, reaching the milestone in her 29th match. She achieved the record against Bangladesh during the Women’s Asia Cup semifinal at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India won the match by 40 runs and entered the final.
- On 10 September 2026, Delhi athlete Nirbhay Choudhary established a new Indian men’s hammer-throw record with a distance of 71.02 metres at the Indian Athletics Series Final in New Delhi. His performance improved the previous national benchmark and strengthened his prospects ahead of the 2026 Asian Games.
- On 10 September 2026, East Zone won the Duleep Trophy 2026 after its final against South Zone ended in a draw at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. East Zone secured the trophy through a 372-run first-innings lead, scoring 708 against South Zone’s 336. Ishan Kishan scored 270 and received the Player of the Match award.
- The 22nd edition of the India–US Army Exercise Yudh Abhyas is being conducted from 9–28 September 2026 at Bikaner in Rajasthan and Auli in Uttarakhand. Jointly organised by the Indian Army and the United States Army, the two-theatre exercise covers desert warfare, high-altitude operations, counter-drone systems and tactical coordination to improve interoperability between the two forces.
- On 9 September 2026, the Indian Navy’s INS Mysore reached Lumut Naval Base in Malaysia to participate in the fourth edition of Exercise Samudra Laksamana. Conducted by the Indian Navy and Royal Malaysian Navy, the exercise involves INS Mysore, KD Lekir and KD Gagah Samudera. It includes tactical discussions, cross-deck visits and maritime interoperability training.
- On 9 September 2026, the Indian Photonics Association projected that India’s photonics market could increase from approximately $2.5 billion to $10 billion by 2031. Growth is expected in optical communications, electronics, data centres, healthcare, defence and semiconductor manufacturing. Photonics involves using light to transmit information, detect objects and operate advanced technological equipment.
- On 9 September 2026, ISRO successfully conducted a flight-acceptance hot test of its indigenous CE20 cryogenic engine at the ISRO Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu. The engine was tested at an uprated thrust level of 220 kilonewtons. The improvement is expected to increase the payload-carrying capacity of future LVM3 launch-vehicle missions.
- On 8 September 2026, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology reported that Karnataka had become the leading state under the national ChipIN Centre programme. Karnataka recorded 73 successful chip tape-outs while supporting 81 organisations. Tape-out refers to the completion of a semiconductor-chip design before it is sent for physical fabrication.
- On 8 September 2026, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation launched the Quarterly Progress Report portal during a data-harmonisation workshop in New Delhi. Central ministries and departments can use the portal to report progress in cataloguing, standardising and quality-checking administrative datasets. Its automated validation and dashboards will support evidence-based policymaking and responsible use of artificial intelligence.
- On 8 September 2026, Qualcomm and Amazon announced a multi-generation partnership to develop customised artificial-intelligence inference chips and high-speed optical connectivity for AWS data centres. The agreement could cover purchases worth up to $60 billion and includes optical solutions capable of reaching 1.6 terabits per second. Qualcomm will also use AWS infrastructure for semiconductor-design workloads.
- From 8–11 September 2026, the Indian Navy’s indigenous stealth frigate INS Udaygiri visited Colombo, Sri Lanka. The visit included professional exchanges, technical training, sports activities and the delivery of naval and aviation spares. It aimed to strengthen maritime cooperation, capacity-building and operational understanding between the Indian and Sri Lankan armed forces.
- On 10 September 2026, reports citing an assessment by the Federation of American Scientists estimated that India possessed approximately 190 nuclear warheads. The figure is an independent estimate and not an official disclosure by the Indian government. India’s nuclear doctrine continues to be based on credible minimum deterrence and its declared No First Use policy.
- On 9 September 2026, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship organised the inaugural Skill Manthan virtually under the theme Building Sustainable Livelihoods for Women. Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary led the inaugural session. The conference promoted district-level cooperation in skilling, entrepreneurship, technology, finance and market access while showcasing successful women-focused livelihood initiatives.
- The 9th ASEAN–India Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture and Forestry was held in New Delhi on 9 September 2026. It was co-chaired by India’s Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Philippine Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. The meeting covered food security, resilient agriculture, digital technologies and the ASEAN–India Medium-Term Plan of Action for 2026–30.
- The second Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave will be held from 27–29 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Organised by the Government of India, it is scheduled to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Its theme is Creative Minds, Catalysing Science, Empowering Society. A separate chairperson has not been officially announced.
- On 9 September 2026, India and Sri Lanka signed defence-cooperation agreements in Colombo during Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s visit. A major component covers the upgrading of six L70 air-defence guns operated by the Sri Lanka Air Force. The agreements also promote technical assistance, military training, equipment modernisation and institutional exchanges between the two countries.
- On 27 August 2026, NIT Rourkela, ISRO’s National Remote Sensing Centre and the Tea Board of India signed an MoU for the three-year CHAYANKAN project. It will combine satellite images, drones, field information and artificial intelligence to map tea plantations, estimate production and monitor crop health, pests and climatic risks until March 2029.
- On 9 September 2026, NPCI International Payments Limited and Singapore-based FOMO Pay announced a partnership to enable Indian travellers to make UPI payments by scanning QR codes at participating Singapore merchants. Resorts World Sentosa became the first participating merchant. The partnership expands UPI’s international acceptance and gives Indian visitors a familiar payment method.
- On 8 September 2026, the MC²⁺ Foundation, IIT Bombay and the Society for Innovation and Entrepreneurship signed a tripartite MoU in Mumbai. The partnership will identify, mentor and incubate deep-tech start-ups developing solutions for the energy sector. It will connect innovators with technical experts, industrial facilities, investment opportunities and potential commercial users.
- On 9 September 2026, JSW Green Mobility and Škoda Auto, representing the Volkswagen Group, signed a non-binding MoU to explore a passenger-vehicle partnership in India. The companies will examine the joint development, manufacturing and sale of internal-combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles for Indian and international markets.
- On 9 September 2026, Samtel Avionics and Japan’s BULL Co. signed an MoU to explore technologies for mitigating space debris. The partnership will combine Samtel’s avionics and manufacturing capabilities with BULL’s passive debris-prevention and active debris-removal technologies. It aims to improve satellite safety and support the long-term sustainability of Earth’s orbital environment.
- On 8 September 2026, the Bihar government and the UAE-based AIM Global Foundation signed an agreement to establish a dedicated food-processing park in Bihar. The project seeks to attract foreign investment, strengthen agricultural processing and storage infrastructure, create employment and connect agricultural products from Bihar with international markets.
- On 5 September 2026, Stanzin Tsangyang was commissioned as a lieutenant in the Indian Army after completing her training at the Officers Training Academy in Chennai. She became the first woman from Kargil district to be commissioned as an Army officer. A mechanical-engineering graduate and former NCC cadet, she represents an important milestone for women from Ladakh.
- The International Day to Protect Education from Attack was observed on 9 September 2026 to raise awareness about attacks on students, teachers, schools and educational institutions in conflict areas. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2020, the observance promotes safe access to education and compliance with international humanitarian law. No separate official theme was announced for 2026.
- National Forest Martyrs Day was observed in India on 11 September 2026 to honour people who sacrificed their lives while protecting forests and wildlife. It commemorates the Khejarli sacrifice of 1730, in which Amrita Devi Bishnoi and 362 other Bishnois died while protecting Khejri trees. The day promotes environmental conservation and recognises frontline forest personnel.
- Digvijay Diwas was commemorated on 11 September 2026 to mark Swami Vivekananda’s historic address at the World’s Parliament of Religions in Chicago on 11 September 1893. His speech promoted religious tolerance, universal acceptance and harmony among faiths. The observance spreads his message of spiritual unity, youth empowerment and India’s philosophical heritage.
Questions:
Q1. NIPL partnered with which company to enable UPI QR-code payments in Singapore?
a) PayNow
b) FOMO Pay
c) NETS
d) GrabPay
Answer: b) On 9 September 2026, NPCI International Payments Limited partnered with Singapore-based FOMO Pay to enable Indian travellers to make UPI payments at participating merchants in Singapore. Resorts World Sentosa became the first merchant to accept payments under this partnership.
Q2. Under the revised e-commerce rules, the reference price for a discounted product will be based on the lowest price charged during the previous how many days?
a) 7 days
b) 15 days
c) 30 days
d) 90 days
Answer: c) The Department of Consumer Affairs notified the revised rules on 10 September 2026. From 1 January 2027, e-commerce platforms must show the lowest price charged during the previous 30 days as the reference price. Sponsored listings must also be clearly identified.
