Daily Current Affairs 27 & 28 September 2026: Important GK Updates for UPSC, SSC, Banking & Railways Exams
This combined Daily Current Affairs of 27 & 28 September 2026 covers India's first LNG-powered train, World Tourism Day 2026, Tarang Shakti 2026, IIT Delhi's first indigenous working micro-GPU, India's 31st rank in the WEF Travel and Tourism Development Index, OECD's 7.1% FY27 growth forecast and the new Livestock Insurance Portal. It also includes major national, economy, defence, appointments, sports and science updates with exam-ready one-liners, quick-fact cards and FAQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Insurance, Defence and State PSC exams.
Introduction to Current Affairs 27 & 28 September 2026
The Current Affairs of 27 & 28 September 2026 feature several high-value developments for competitive examinations, led by India's first LNG-powered train, World Tourism Day 2026, the multinational Tarang Shakti 2026 air exercise, IIT Delhi's indigenous micro-GPU and India's performance in the WEF Travel and Tourism Development Index. Economy, government schemes, appointments and Asian Games updates are also important for objective examinations.
This combined two-day revision covers major developments across National, International, Economy, Reports, Science, Defence, Appointments, Sports and Important Days. Aspirants can follow the daily current affairs section regularly for exam-oriented coverage and revision.
National Current Affairs
India Launches First LNG-Powered Train from Sabarmati
Why in News: On 27 September 2026, Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah flagged off India's first LNG-powered train from Sabarmati Railway Station in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, as part of efforts to reduce diesel consumption and railway emissions.
Quick Facts
- Launch location: Sabarmati Railway Station, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
- Fuel technology: Diesel-LNG dual-fuel system.
- LNG can replace nearly 40% of diesel consumption in the converted system.
- Two 1,400 HP Driving Power Cars were converted for dual-fuel operation.
- LNG stands for Liquefied Natural Gas.
Key Highlights
- The project introduces a cleaner alternative-fuel option into Indian railway operations.
- It is intended to lower fuel consumption and associated emissions.
- A Rs 700 crore WAG-12 locomotive maintenance facility was also associated with the Sabarmati railway development programme.
- The indigenous Kavach train-protection system is being expanded across railway sections in the region.
- The initiative forms part of the broader push towards cleaner railway transportation.
India's First Port-Based E-Methanol Facility to Come Up at Kandla
Why in News: The foundation stone for India's first port-based e-methanol production facility was laid at Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla, Gujarat on 26 September 2026. The project is being developed with Assam Petro-Chemicals Limited.
Quick Facts
- Total proposed investment: Rs 2,300 crore.
- Planned production capacity: 150 tonnes per day.
- Joint venture capital ratio: 76:24 between DPA and APCL.
- Location: Kandla, Gujarat.
- Deendayal Port was formerly known as Kandla Port.
Key Highlights
- The facility will use renewable energy and biogenic CO2 to produce e-methanol.
- Phase I targets 50 tonnes per day, followed by another 100 tonnes per day in Phase II.
- E-methanol can serve as a lower-carbon marine fuel for international shipping.
- The project is expected to support the development of a green-energy value chain around Kandla.
- It complements India's long-term maritime and net-zero objectives.
Four Indian Ports Notified as Mega Ports
Why in News: The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways notified four facilities — JNPT, Paradip Port, Deendayal Port and Mundra Port — as India's first mega ports under the Indian Ports Act, 2025.
Quick Facts
- Mega-port status validity: 5 years, subject to review.
- Bulk-port criterion: annual cargo throughput of 150 MMT.
- Container-port criterion: 7.5 million TEUs.
- Mundra Port is the only private-sector port among the four.
- Other ports: JNPT, Paradip and Deendayal.
Key Highlights
- The classification provides a formal framework for identifying India's largest cargo-handling ports.
- Mundra is operated by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone.
- The notification was issued under the framework of the Indian Ports Act, 2025.
- The classification is based primarily on annual cargo or container throughput.
Make in India Completes 12 Years
Why in News: The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) marked 12 years of the Make in India initiative on 25 September 2026, highlighting its role in manufacturing, investment and industrial development.
Quick Facts
- Make in India launched: 25 September 2014.
- Nodal department: DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
- Coverage: 27 sectors.
- Sector breakup: 15 manufacturing and 12 service sectors.
- Core approach: Minimum Government, Maximum Governance.
Key Highlights
- The initiative aims to position India as a global manufacturing, design and innovation hub.
- Its objectives include investment facilitation, innovation and world-class infrastructure.
- The programme was subsequently expanded through Make in India 2.0.
- Manufacturing self-reliance and global competitiveness remain central objectives.
Government Approves Interest-Free Assistance for Andhra Pradesh FCV Tobacco Growers
Why in News: The Government of India approved a one-time interest-free loan of Rs 50,000 per barn for Flue-Cured Virginia tobacco growers in Andhra Pradesh to provide working-capital support.
Quick Facts
- Assistance: Rs 50,000 per barn.
- Expected beneficiaries: nearly 44,000 growers.
- Total estimated outlay: around Rs 220 crore.
- Payment mechanism: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
- FCV tobacco is mainly cultivated in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka.
Key Highlights
- The measure is designed to provide immediate liquidity to affected growers.
- Funds can support household needs, loan repayment and inputs for the next crop season.
- The assistance comes amid changing international tobacco demand and trade conditions.
NHAI Issues Guidelines for Sustainable High-Speed National Highway Corridors
Why in News: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) issued guidelines for upcoming four- and six-lane high-speed access-controlled National Highways, focusing on technology-led construction, seamless tolling, drainage and environmental sustainability.
Quick Facts
- NHAI constituted under the NHAI Act, 1988.
- Administrative ministry: Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
- Headquarters: New Delhi.
- Guidelines cover Greenfield and Brownfield access-controlled highways.
Key Highlights
- Automated and Intelligent Machine-aided Construction technology is to be used for embankments and pavements.
- Multi Lane Free Flow tolling is envisaged to reduce dependence on conventional toll plazas.
- Drip irrigation is proposed for median plantations.
- Water-harvesting structures and drainage planning are to be incorporated from the DPR stage.
- Future traffic assessments will use toll and freight-movement data.
International Current Affairs
India Ranks 31st in WEF Travel and Tourism Development Index 2026
Why in News: India ranked 31st in the World Economic Forum's Travel and Tourism Development Index 2026, improving by nine positions, while Japan ranked first globally.
Quick Facts
- India's rank: 31st.
- India's overall score: 4.42.
- Top-ranked country: Japan with a score of 5.27.
- Top five: Japan, USA, Spain, Australia and France.
- The index assessed 110 economies.
Key Highlights
- India improved by 9 positions.
- Its performance was supported by competitive travel costs, cultural resources and natural attractions.
- The index evolved from the earlier Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Index.
- The 2026 edition was prepared by WEF in collaboration with Zurich Insurance Group.
- Mali was placed at the bottom of the index.
India Calls for Restraint and De-escalation at UN General Assembly
Why in News: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, addressing the 81st United Nations General Assembly, highlighted the impact of ongoing conflicts and called for restraint, de-escalation and protection of civilians.
Quick Facts
- Forum: 81st UN General Assembly.
- Indian representative: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
- India reiterated support for a two-state solution in West Asia.
- India also stressed uninterrupted energy and commerce flows.
Key Highlights
- India called for restraint and de-escalation amid ongoing international conflicts.
- Civilian protection was identified as a major humanitarian priority.
- India highlighted the wider economic impact of disruptions to energy and trade flows.
- Its position on West Asia included continued support for a negotiated two-state solution.
Economy & Banking
OECD Raises India's FY27 GDP Growth Forecast to 7.1%
Why in News: The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) raised India's GDP growth forecast for FY 2026-27 to 7.1%, an increase of 80 basis points from its earlier projection of 6.3%.
Quick Facts
- FY27 India GDP forecast: 7.1%.
- Previous forecast: 6.3%.
- FY28 forecast: 6.5%.
- FY27 inflation projection: 4.7%.
- Global GDP growth estimate for 2026: 2.9%.
Key Highlights
- The upgrade was attributed mainly to resilient domestic demand.
- Government measures cushioning households and firms from higher energy prices were also cited.
- Inflation is projected to ease to 4.2% in FY28.
- OECD projected global growth of 3.0% in 2027.
NTPC and EDF Power Solutions Form 50:50 Joint Venture
Why in News: NTPC Limited and EDF Power Solutions India signed a 50:50 joint venture agreement to develop and operate low-carbon energy projects in India and neighbouring countries.
Quick Facts
- Joint venture shareholding: 50:50.
- Indian partner: NTPC Limited.
- Foreign partner: EDF Power Solutions India, subsidiary of France's EDF.
- NTPC established: 1975.
- NTPC headquarters: New Delhi.
Key Highlights
- The JV will work on pumped-storage, hydropower and other renewable-energy projects.
- Electricity distribution businesses may also be undertaken.
- Projects can be developed in India as well as neighbouring countries.
- The collaboration supports India's target of around 100 GW of pumped-storage capacity by 2036.
FPIs Withdraw Rs 17,131 Crore from Indian Equities in September
Why in News: Foreign Portfolio Investors recorded a net equity outflow of Rs 17,131 crore in September 2026 according to reported depository data.
Quick Facts
- Net reported equity outflow: Rs 17,131 crore.
- Stock-exchange sales: Rs 25,682 crore.
- Primary-market investment: Rs 8,551 crore.
- FPI stands for Foreign Portfolio Investor.
Key Highlights
- Primary-market buying partly offset secondary-market selling.
- Geopolitical uncertainty was cited as one factor affecting investor risk appetite.
- High US bond yields and crude-oil prices were also cited among market factors.
Government Schemes
Government Launches Livestock Insurance Portal
Why in News: Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh launched the Livestock Insurance Portal in New Delhi on 28 September 2026 to digitise and streamline livestock-insurance services for farmers.
Quick Facts
- Launch date: 28 September 2026.
- Implementing department: Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying.
- Languages: Hindi, English and 11 regional languages.
- Administrative ministry: Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying.
- Services include policy issuance, claims, monitoring and reporting.
Key Highlights
- The portal creates a single integrated digital interface for livestock insurance.
- It is designed to improve transparency in policy issuance and claims processing.
- Real-time monitoring can support data-driven administration of insurance programmes.
- Multilingual access is intended to improve reach among livestock farmers.
Assam Announces Enhanced Orunodoi Assistance and Development Projects
Why in News: The Assam Cabinet approved an enhanced Rs 1,500 payment for Orunodoi beneficiaries for October 2026 while also clearing wetland, agriculture and industrial-development measures.
Quick Facts
- Special October payment: Rs 1,500.
- Regular grant cited in the source: Rs 1,250.
- Orunodoi launched: 2020.
- Scheme focus: poverty alleviation and women's empowerment.
- It operates as a Direct Benefit Transfer programme in Assam.
Key Highlights
- The cabinet approved the Assam Sustainable Wetland and Integrated Fisheries Transformation (SWIFT) project.
- SWIFT has an outlay of Rs 796.88 crore, including ADB financing.
- The project proposes restoration of 102 community beels.
- A major cement-manufacturing investment proposal was also sanctioned.
- Land was allotted for a new College of Agriculture in Sribhumi district.
Science & Technology
IIT Delhi Develops India's First Indigenous Working Micro-GPU
Why in News: Researchers at IIT Delhi developed India's first working and demonstrable indigenous micro-Graphics Processing Unit, aimed at reducing dependence on imported GPU technology for embedded graphics and display applications.
Quick Facts
- Developer: Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi.
- Design language: Register Transfer Language (RTL).
- Prototype platform: Spartan-7 FPGA.
- Future architecture: 8-16 core vector-style GPU.
- ASIC roadmap: 65 nm proof-of-concept.
Key Highlights
- The design includes a custom floating-point GPU engine.
- Potential applications include e-rickshaw dashboards, e-readers and industrial displays.
- It can also support inland navigation and low-cost human-machine interfaces.
- The project combines arithmetic hardware, compiler development and embedded-system design.
- The long-term objective is cost-effective indigenous graphics silicon.
TDB Supports GalaxEye's Indigenous OptoSAR Satellite Technology
Why in News: The Technology Development Board signed an agreement with GalaxEye Space Solutions to provide Rs 63.84 crore for indigenous next-generation OptoSAR multisensor satellite technology.
Quick Facts
- TDB assistance: Rs 63.84 crore.
- Total approved project cost: Rs 247.69 crore.
- Funding mechanism: Optionally Convertible Debentures under the RDI Fund.
- Technology: OptoSAR, combining SAR and Electro-Optical imaging.
- Target progression: TRL-6 to TRL-9.
Key Highlights
- Synthetic Aperture Radar enables imaging through cloud cover and at night.
- Electro-Optical systems provide high-resolution visual information.
- The satellite targets imaging resolution below 0.5 metre.
- Applications include surveillance, Earth observation and target classification.
Commercial PLA-Based Biodegradable Plastic Launched under BioE3 Framework
Why in News: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launched commercial use of Polylactic Acid-based biodegradable plastic under the BioE3 Policy, supporting indigenous sustainable biomanufacturing.
Quick Facts
- BIRAC grant: Rs 75 crore.
- Pilot R&D facility capacity: 100 TPA.
- Location: Kumbhi, Uttar Pradesh.
- BioE3: Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment.
- PLA is a thermoplastic polyester derived from renewable feedstocks.
Key Highlights
- The facility will convert sugar-based renewable feedstock into lactic acid and biopolymers.
- It aims to generate process know-how for technology indigenisation.
- The project supports a Waste to Wealth approach using biomass resources.
- BioE3 promotes high-performance biomanufacturing and self-reliance.
Environment
India and JICA Launch Forest Management Capacity Enhancement Project
Why in News: Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav launched a workshop for the Capacity Enhancement for Effective Forest Management Project in New Delhi in collaboration with JICA.
Quick Facts
- Project duration: 2025-26 to 2031-32.
- Total outlay: Rs 537.10 crore.
- JICA contribution: Rs 440.42 crore.
- Government of India share: Rs 96.68 crore.
- Coverage: States and Union Territories across India.
Key Highlights
- The programme will strengthen the capabilities of frontline forest personnel.
- Focus areas include forest fires, biodiversity conservation and climate action.
- Digital transformation is to be incorporated into forest-management practices.
- Collaborative research between Indian and Japanese institutions is envisaged.
- Best practices may also be shared with developing countries.
Defence
Indian Air Force Hosts Tarang Shakti 2026 at Jodhpur
Why in News: The Indian Air Force commenced the second edition of multinational air exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 at Air Force Station Jodhpur, Rajasthan, from 26 September to 12 October 2026.
Quick Facts
- Edition: 2nd.
- Venue: Air Force Station Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
- Duration: 26 September-12 October 2026.
- Participating/observer representation: 40 countries.
- Inaugural Tarang Shakti edition: 2024.
Key Highlights
- Eight friendly foreign countries are participating with air assets.
- Participating countries include Australia, Bangladesh, France, Germany, Greece, Sri Lanka, UAE and USA.
- Training includes counter-air, air defence, reconnaissance, airlift and air-to-air refuelling.
- BVR/WVR combat, dynamic targeting and Combat Search and Rescue are also included.
- The exercise seeks to improve interoperability and operational learning.
TDB Grants Rs 200 Crore for Reusable Agnibaan Launch Vehicle
Why in News: The Technology Development Board signed an agreement with Chennai-based Agnikul Cosmos to provide Rs 200 crore for development of the reusable Agnibaan RLV.
Quick Facts
- Financial assistance: Rs 200 crore.
- Funding route: Optionally Convertible Debentures under the RDI Fund.
- Target: advance technology from TRL-4 and above to TRL-8.
- Company: Agnikul Cosmos, Chennai.
- Propulsion: semi-cryogenic liquid propulsion system.
Key Highlights
- The project focuses on a reusable launch architecture for repeat missions.
- The propulsion system supports deep throttling and restart capability.
- Controlled descent and recovery form part of the reusable architecture.
- Agnikul's propulsion work includes the 3D-printed Agnilet engine.
- The programme supports indigenous reusable space transportation capabilities.
Appointments & Resignations
Mandeep K. Bhandari Appointed CBSE Chairperson
Why in News: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the appointment of Mandeep K. Bhandari, a 2001-batch IAS officer, as Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
Quick Facts
- Appointee: Mandeep K. Bhandari.
- Service: 2001-batch IAS officer.
- Cadre: AGMUT.
- Previous major role: Principal Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir.
- Appointment approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.
Key Highlights
- Bhandari succeeds the arrangement under which Lokhande Prashant Sitaram held additional charge.
- He has more than two decades of administrative experience.
- His earlier responsibilities included roles connected with the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board and Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board.
Abhiram Singh Yadav Elected to ICC Chief Executives' Committee
Why in News: Abhiram Singh Yadav of Persatuan Cricket Indonesia was elected as an Associate Member representative to the ICC Chief Executives' Committee on 28 September 2026.
Quick Facts
- Body: ICC Chief Executives' Committee.
- Category: Associate Member representative.
- Associate seats on CEC: 3.
- Next elections: June 2027.
- ICC headquarters: Dubai, UAE.
Key Highlights
- Yadav fills the position vacated by Gurumurthy Palani.
- Palani moved to the ICC Board in July 2026.
- The CEC deals with management and commercial matters relating to international cricket.
Awards & Honours
Lalit Kala Akademi Announces 20 Awards at 65th National Exhibition of Art
Why in News: The Lalit Kala Akademi announced 20 awards during the 65th National Exhibition of Art on 27 September 2026, recognising artists across painting, sculpture, drawing and printmaking.
Quick Facts
- Awards announced: 20.
- Artworks received: 6,175.
- Participating artists: 2,495.
- Representation: 27 States and Union Territories.
- Lalit Kala Akademi established: 1954.
Key Highlights
- A first-tier jury selected 270 artworks for display.
- A second-tier jury selected the final 20 award-winning works.
- Awarded works covered painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking and other media.
- The National Academy of Art functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Culture.
Sports
India Finishes 10th at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 with 26 Medals and Awards
Why in News: India secured 10th position at the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China, held from 22-27 September 2026, winning six silver medals and 20 Medallions for Excellence.
Quick Facts
- India's rank: 10th.
- Silver medals: 6.
- Medallions for Excellence: 20.
- Indian competitors: 70 across 63 skills.
- WorldSkills is widely known as the Olympiad of Skills.
Key Highlights
- Smriti Nambiar won silver in Bakery and received India's Best of Nation recognition.
- Other silver-medal disciplines included Dental Prosthetics, Digital Interactive Media Design and Industrial Design Technology.
- India competed in 11 emerging skill categories for the first time.
- Participation was coordinated by the National Skill Development Corporation.
- India improved from 13th position in 2024 to 10th in 2026.
Dhiraj Bommadevara Sets Recurve Qualification Record
Why in News: Indian archer Dhiraj Bommadevara scored 698 out of 720 in men's recurve qualification in Japan on 27 September 2026, surpassing the previous mark of 690.
Quick Facts
- Score: 698/720.
- Previous record: 690.
- Previous record holder: Lee Woo Seok of South Korea.
- Venue: Okazaki City, Japan.
Key Highlights
- India qualified second in the men's recurve team rankings.
- The recurve mixed team of Dhiraj and Kumkum Mohod secured the second seed.
- Chikitha Taniparthi topped the women's compound qualification with 705 points.
- India's compound mixed team secured the top seed.
Baranica Elangovan Wins India's First Asian Games Women's Pole Vault Medal
Why in News: Baranica Elangovan won bronze in the women's pole vault with a clearance of 4.15 metres, becoming the first Indian woman to win an Asian Games medal in the event.
Quick Facts
- Medal: Bronze.
- Clearance: 4.15 m.
- Asian Games host: Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
- Gold: Misaki Morota of Japan.
- Silver: Chunge Neu of China.
Key Highlights
- Elangovan shared bronze with Kazakhstan's Polina Ivanova.
- Both cleared 4.15 metres.
- She is an athlete from Tamil Nadu.
- The performance created a new Indian Asian Games milestone in women's pole vault.
Sawan Barwal Wins Asian Games Marathon Silver
Why in News: Indian athlete Sawan Barwal won silver in the men's marathon at the 2026 Asian Games, recording 2:11:36 and giving India its first Asian Games marathon medal since 1982.
Quick Facts
- Medal: Silver.
- Time: 2:11:36.
- Gold medallist: Ichitaka Yamashita of Japan.
- Gold-medal time: 2:10:51.
- India's previous Asian Games marathon medal came in 1982.
Key Highlights
- Barwal improved his own national record.
- The silver was India's fourth Asian Games marathon medal.
- It ended a 44-year wait for another Indian Asian Games marathon medal.
Important Days
World Tourism Day 2026 - September 27
Why in News: World Tourism Day was observed on 27 September 2026, focusing on the role of digital technology and Artificial Intelligence in transforming tourism.
Quick Facts
- Date: 27 September every year.
- First global observance: 1980.
- The date commemorates adoption of UNWTO statutes on 27 September 1970.
- 2026 focus: digital transformation and Artificial Intelligence in tourism.
Key Highlights
- India highlighted digital-tourism initiatives including the National Digital Tourism Stack.
- Dekho Apna Desh 2.0 was highlighted as an initiative for destination promotion.
- Digital systems are expected to improve accessibility, personalisation and tourism management.
- The observance is important for questions on tourism institutions, themes and government initiatives.
Current Affairs One-Liners
Quick Revision
- India's first LNG-powered train → Sabarmati, Ahmedabad → flagged off on 27 September 2026.
- LNG train technology → diesel-LNG dual fuel → LNG can replace nearly 40% of diesel use.
- India's first port-based e-methanol facility → Kandla, Gujarat → planned capacity 150 tonnes/day.
- India's first mega ports → JNPT, Paradip, Deendayal and Mundra → status valid for five years.
- Make in India anniversary → 12 years → launched on 25 September 2014.
- FCV tobacco assistance → Rs 50,000 per barn → for Andhra Pradesh growers.
- NHAI high-speed corridor guidelines → AI-MC and MLFF → focus on technology and sustainability.
- WEF TTDI 2026 → India 31st → Japan ranked first.
- India's TTDI improvement → 9 places → overall score 4.42.
- 81st UN General Assembly → S. Jaishankar → called for restraint and de-escalation.
- OECD FY27 India GDP forecast → 7.1% → raised from 6.3%.
- OECD FY28 India GDP forecast → 6.5% → FY27 inflation projected at 4.7%.
- NTPC-EDF partnership → 50:50 JV → low-carbon and pumped-storage projects.
- September FPI equity outflow → Rs 17,131 crore → based on reported depository data.
- Livestock Insurance Portal → DAHD → available in Hindi, English and 11 regional languages.
- Orunodoi special October payout → Rs 1,500 → approved by Assam Cabinet.
- India's first indigenous working micro-GPU → IIT Delhi → prototype uses Spartan-7 FPGA.
- GalaxEye OptoSAR project → TDB support of Rs 63.84 crore → combines SAR and EO imaging.
- BioE3 biodegradable plastic → PLA-based → BIRAC grant of Rs 75 crore.
- Forest Management Capacity Enhancement Project → India-JICA → outlay Rs 537.10 crore.
- Tarang Shakti 2026 → Air Force Station Jodhpur → 26 September-12 October 2026.
- Tarang Shakti → second edition → representation from 40 countries.
- Agnibaan RLV → Agnikul Cosmos → TDB support of Rs 200 crore.
- New CBSE Chairperson → Mandeep K. Bhandari → 2001-batch AGMUT cadre IAS officer.
- ICC CEC Associate representative → Abhiram Singh Yadav → elected in September 2026.
- 65th National Exhibition of Art → 20 Lalit Kala Akademi Awards → 6,175 artworks received.
- WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 → India ranked 10th → six silver medals and 20 Medallions for Excellence.
- WorldSkills Best of Nation → Smriti Nambiar → silver medal in Bakery.
- Dhiraj Bommadevara → recurve qualification score 698/720 → surpassed previous 690 mark.
- Baranica Elangovan → women's pole vault bronze → India's first Asian Games medal in the event.
- Sawan Barwal → men's marathon silver → India's first Asian Games marathon medal since 1982.
- World Tourism Day → 27 September → 2026 focus on digital technology and AI in tourism.
- APEDA export → GI-tagged Gulbarga Tur Dal to Maldives → 1 MT consignment from Karnataka.
- NIMAS expedition → 20 unclimbed peaks in Ladakh → completed in 23 days.
- Madhya Pradesh transport services → Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan and PM E-Bus Sewa → 351 buses planned.
- Arogya Manthan 2026 → marks 8 years of AB PM-JAY and 5 years of ABDM.
- TRAI Digital Connectivity Rating Platform → property digital-readiness assessment → includes mobile assessment app.
- World Lung Day → 25 September → 2026 theme: “A Lifetime of Lung Health”.
- Psychiatrist Anand Pandurangi → passed away aged 74 → veteran mental-health professional from Dharwad.
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