28 September 2026
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian chess players on their success at the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad.
The Prime Minister stated that their passion and determination are exemplary.
Shri Modi expressed his hope that these successes may motivate several more youngsters to play chess and excel in the sport.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister shared the congratulatory message.
The release was issued from the Prime Minister's Office by PIB Delhi.
Chess Olympiad:
46th FIDE Chess Olympiad
Prime Minister:
Shri Narendra Modi
Why it matters for exams: The edition number of the Chess Olympiad and the organising body FIDE are standard one-mark facts.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
27 September 2026
The National Zoological Park (NZP), New Delhi, organised the fourth edition of the ‘Butterfly and Dragonfly Walk @ NZP’ and the fifteenth edition of the ‘Sunday Bird Walk @ NZP’.
The walks were conducted from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM under the expert guidance of Sh. Rohit Sharma, Bird Expert, and Sh. Ramver, Butterfly and Dragonfly Expert.
A total of 15 participants took part in the walks.
Participants documented 47 bird species, with observations of more than 750 individual birds, along with 8 butterfly species, 10 dragonfly species and 5 damselfly species in the walk area.
Dr. Sanjeet Kumar, Director, National Zoological Park, said such nature walks strengthen field-identification skills and contribute to biodiversity documentation.
NZP is to celebrate Wildlife Week 2026 from 2nd - 8th October 2026.
bird species:
47
butterfly species:
8
dragonfly species:
10
Wildlife Week 2026:
2nd - 8th October 2026
Director, National Zoological Park:
Dr. Sanjeet Kumar
Why it matters for exams: Citizen-science biodiversity drives and Wildlife Week dates are recurring environment questions.
Kerala PSCUPSC
27 September 2026
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated Parul Chaudhary on winning the Bronze medal in the Women’s 3000m Steeplechase at the Asian Games.
The Prime Minister stated that making the achievement even more special, she clocked a personal best on her way to the podium.
Shri Modi noted that her dedication and perseverance have made India proud.
He extended his best wishes for her endeavour ahead.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister's Office shared the message.
The release was issued by PIB Delhi from the Prime Minister's Office.
Medal:
Bronze medal
Asian Games:
Women’s 3000m Steeplechase
personal best:
clocked on her way to the podium
Why it matters for exams: Athletics medals at the Asian Games, with the exact event and medal colour, are commonly asked.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
27 September 2026
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated Tejaswin Shankar on winning the Bronze Medal in the Men’s Decathlon at the Asian Games.
The Prime Minister stated that competing across demanding events over two days requires exceptional versatility, endurance, and resolve.
Shri Modi noted that he displayed all three, finishing his campaign strongly.
The Prime Minister called it a commendable achievement.
He further extended his best wishes for the endeavours ahead.
The office of the Prime Minister shared the message in a post on X.
Medal:
Bronze Medal
Asian Games:
Men’s Decathlon
days:
two days
Why it matters for exams: Combined-event athletics medals and the structure of the decathlon are asked in sports current affairs.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
27 September 2026
The AYUSH Department at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Nagpur, commemorated Ayurveda Day 2026 by organizing a special Medicinal Plantation Programme at the institute's Herbal Garden.
The event was graced by the Chief Guest, Dr. (Prof.) Prashant P. Joshi, Executive Director, AIIMS Nagpur.
Shri Vijay Nayak, Deputy Director (Administration), and Dr. Raunak Dubey, Deputy Medical Superintendent, also attended.
Dr. (Prof.) Prashant P. Joshi underscored the enduring relevance of Ayurveda and medicinal flora in modern health promotion.
The plantation drive aimed to foster greater awareness regarding the conservation of medicinal plants and their therapeutic potential.
The programme was coordinated under the leadership of Dr. Rajni Kachole, AYUSH Medical Officer (Ayurveda).
Ayurveda Day 2026:
Medicinal Plantation Programme
Executive Director, AIIMS Nagpur:
Dr. (Prof.) Prashant P. Joshi
AYUSH Medical Officer (Ayurveda):
Dr. Rajni Kachole
Why it matters for exams: AYUSH institutions, Ayurveda Day observances and medicinal plant conservation recur in health and governance questions.
Kerala PSCUPSC
27 September 2026
The Ministry of Finance directed that all Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks, along with their branches, ATMs and currency chests, would function normally on Sunday, 27 September 2026. The step was taken because the United Forum of Bank Unions called a three-day nationwide strike from 28 to 30 September 2026, which would otherwise have combined with the weekend to shut banking services for an extended stretch. The Reserve Bank of India approved the special working day. The government said the priority was customer convenience and appealed to the unions to defer the strike.
Special working Sunday:
27 September 2026
Strike period:
28–30 September 2026
Why it matters for exams: Tests awareness of banking-sector labour relations and the government/RBI's administrative response, a recurring current-affairs theme in banking exams.
Kerala PSCUPSC
25 September 2026
The Reserve Bank of India released its monthly Bulletin for September 2026, carrying seven speeches and three articles. Its 'State of the Economy' section noted that the Indian economy recorded growth of 7.8 per cent in Q1 (April-June) of 2026-27 amid global turbulence. Headline inflation edged up to 4.8 per cent in August, driven mainly by food and beverages. The Bulletin also examined a credit-deposit divergence, noting the credit-deposit ratio stayed above 80 per cent, and projected private corporate capital expenditure of about ₹3.2 lakh crore for 2026-27, pointing to sustained momentum in private investment.
Q1 FY 2026-27 GDP growth:
7.8%
August 2026 inflation:
4.8%
Projected private capex 2026-27:
₹3.2 lakh crore
Why it matters for exams: RBI Bulletin data on GDP growth, inflation and investment trends are frequently tested figures in economy sections of competitive exams.
Kerala PSCUPSC
26 September 2026
At a meeting on 26 September 2026, the Election Commission of India decided that Booth Level Officers will visit the homes of electors marked as 'unmapped' or flagged for discrepancies during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, collect their documents, and upload them on ECINET for the Electoral Registration Officer to decide, instead of requiring mandatory in-person hearings. Hearings will now be held only in exceptional circumstances, preferably online. A committee led by a Senior Deputy Election Commissioner, including an independent IIT/IIIT expert, will review ECINET's compliance with the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960. The Commission also extended the claims/objections filing deadline in Delhi to 30 October and its disposal to 30 November 2026, and in Maharashtra to 12 October and 10 November 2026 respectively. District Election Officers were directed to set up help desks for vulnerable groups such as the homeless and daily-wage labourers. SIR has been completed in 20 States/Union Territories so far, including Bihar and West Bengal.
Decision date:
26 September 2026
Delhi claims/objections deadline:
30 October 2026
States/UTs where SIR completed:
20
Why it matters for exams: Tests knowledge of the Election Commission's electoral roll revision procedures and ECINET, a live governance process directly relevant to polity papers.
Kerala PSCUPSC
24 September 2026
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs issued an advisory cautioning the public against Nidhi Companies that promise unusually high returns without regulatory compliance. Nidhi Companies function under the Companies Act, 2013 and the Nidhi Rules, 2014, and must file Form NDH-4 to be declared as Nidhis by the Central Government; so far only 395 companies have received such declaration. The advisory noted that deposits in Nidhi Companies are not insured by the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC), so recovery can be difficult if a company fails or defrauds depositors. The public was asked to verify a company's status on the MCA website before investing and to avoid relying solely on promises of high returns.
Companies declared as Nidhis:
395
Governing rules:
Nidhi Rules, 2014
Why it matters for exams: Tests awareness of financial-sector consumer protection regulations and the regulatory framework governing Nidhi Companies, relevant to economy and governance sections.
Kerala PSCUPSC
25 September 2026
The Technology Development Board (TDB), under the Department of Science and Technology, signed an agreement with Agnikul Cosmos Private Limited, Chennai, to support development of the reusable Agnibaan launch vehicle. The support amounts to ₹200 crore, extended through Optionally Convertible Debentures under TDB's Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund. The funding will help Agnikul progress the vehicle from Technology Readiness Level (TRL)-4 and above to TRL-8, targeting full-system reusability rather than conventional single-stage recovery. Key technical areas include a lightweight upper stage, a semi-cryogenic liquid propulsion system with deep throttling and restart capability, and a descent propulsion system for controlled recovery. Agnikul had earlier developed the Agnibaan orbital-class launch vehicle and the Agnilet engine, a single-piece 3D-printed rocket engine. TDB Secretary Rajesh Kumar Pathak said the initiative supports indigenous technologies that require sustained investment to advance India's space capabilities.
Financial support:
₹200 crore
Funding mechanism:
Optionally Convertible Debentures
Target technology level:
TRL-4 to TRL-8
Why it matters for exams: Tests awareness of government mechanisms (TDB, RDI Fund) supporting private space start-ups and India's push toward reusable launch vehicles.
Kerala PSCUPSC
22 September 2026
The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) concluded their joint air exercise, Veer Guardian 2026, at Air Force Station Jodhpur. The exercise ran for 14 days and involved the IAF's Su-30 MKI, Rafale and indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, alongside the JASDF's F-2A fighters. Activities included within-visual-range and coordinated multi-aircraft missions, Subject Matter Expert Exchanges, mission planning conferences and engineering interactions. On Distinguished Visitor's Day, JASDF Chief of Staff General Takehiro Morita and IAF Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh visited the station and flew the Tejas aircraft. The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability and strengthen the strategic partnership between the two air forces.
Duration:
14 days
Venue:
Air Force Station Jodhpur
Participating countries:
India, Japan
Why it matters for exams: Tests awareness of India's bilateral defence exercises and platforms involved, relevant to India-Japan strategic ties and indigenous defence equipment.
Kerala PSCUPSC
22 September 2026
Marking World Rhino Day, the government highlighted that Assam holds nearly 80% of the world's greater one-horned rhinoceros population. Kaziranga National Park's anti-poaching efforts were cited as being internationally recognised for protecting the species. Rhinos have also returned to, or are being protected in, parts of Bihar and West Bengal. Dudhwa National Park in Uttar Pradesh was highlighted for successfully reintroducing rhinos into the wild. The government pointed to 'Project Rhino', which provides financial and technical assistance to rhino range states for protection, habitat management, genetic improvement and population dynamics research.
Assam's share of world population:
nearly 80%
Species:
Greater one-horned rhinoceros
Government programme:
Project Rhino
Why it matters for exams: Tests knowledge of rhino conservation geography and government wildlife programmes, a recurring wildlife-conservation topic in exams.
Kerala PSCUPSC
22 September 2026
The President of India presented the 72nd National Film Awards at a ceremony held in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat. Veteran actor Shri Anant Nag was conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2024, recognising his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema. Among the films recognised at the ceremony were 'Article 370', 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar' and 'Bhakshak'. The Santhali-language film 'Angen' and the non-feature film 'Bhangaar' were also honoured. The National Film Awards, presented annually, are among India's highest recognitions for achievement in cinema.
Award:
Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Recipient:
Anant Nag
Venue:
Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat
Why it matters for exams: Tests awareness of national awards and honours in cinema, a recurring culture-section topic for competitive exams.
Kerala PSCUPSC
27 September 2026
Anahat Singh won the silver medal in the women's singles squash event at the 2026 Asian Games. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her on the achievement. The Prime Minister noted her impressive performance against top-tier competitors in the tournament. He expressed hope that she would continue to scale new heights and bring more laurels to India.
Athlete:
Anahat Singh
Medal:
Silver
Event:
Women's singles squash
Why it matters for exams: Tests awareness of India's medal-winning athletes at the 2026 Asian Games, a recurring current-affairs topic for sports questions.
Kerala PSCUPSC