Daily Current Affairs & GK – 9 September 2026
Here is the Daily Current Affairs and GK for 9 September 2026, prepared for UPSC, SSC, IBPS, Banking, RRB, NTPC, State PSC and other competitive examinations. These updates focus on important national and international developments, economy and banking, appointments, science and technology, sports and culture, awards and recognition, important days and static GK.
National
1. Union Cabinet approves eight railway multitracking projects worth over ₹20,800 crore
The Union Cabinet approved eight railway multitracking projects with a total estimated cost of more than ₹20,800 crore.
The projects cover about 1,196 km across nine states and are expected to ease congestion, improve passenger and freight movement and strengthen railway connectivity. They are targeted for completion by 2029–30.
Five projects covering Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana will add around 540 km, while three projects covering West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh will add around 656 km.
2. 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026 launched
The Ministry of Women and Child Development launched the 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026 in Varanasi.
The month-long campaign will run from 9 September to 8 October 2026 under the theme “Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari.”
The campaign focuses on dietary diversity, adequate protein intake, fresh hot-cooked meals at Anganwadi Centres, community ownership, childhood development and the 10th anniversary of Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY). More than 14 lakh Anganwadi Centres are providing nutrition, health and early-childhood-care services to over 7.5 crore children and 1.10 crore pregnant and lactating women.
3. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visits Sri Lanka
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo on 9 September.
India and Sri Lanka reaffirmed cooperation on development, maritime security, regional peace and prosperity. The two countries also exchanged MoUs on the upgradation of L70 guns for the Sri Lankan Air Force and cooperation between India's National Cadet Corps and National Defence Colleges of the two countries. Three Bailey bridges constructed by Indian Defence Forces were also virtually inaugurated.
4. Bhagwat Prasad Makwana assumes charge as NCSK Chairperson
Bhagwat Prasad Makwana assumed charge as Chairperson of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK).
The Government had appointed him to the post on 6 September 2026. He has previously served as Vice-Chairman and Chairman of the Safai Karamchari Commission of Uttarakhand and as an Independent Director on the NHPC Board.
5. India expands cooperation in agriculture with ASEAN
The 9th ASEAN–India Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture and Forestry was held in New Delhi on 9 September.
The meeting focused on food security, climate-resilient agriculture, low-emission rice, water productivity, AI-enabled digital agriculture, soil health, food safety, post-harvest management, agroforestry and resilient agricultural value chains.
The ministers also looked forward to implementing the ASEAN–India Medium-Term Plan of Action for Cooperation in Agriculture and Forestry 2026–2030.
6. Global Dryland Congress 2026 to begin in New Delhi
The Government announced the Global Dryland Congress 2026, scheduled in New Delhi from 10–12 September.
More than 800 scientists, policymakers, farmer representatives and development partners are expected to participate. The Congress is themed “Transforming Dryland Agriculture with South–South Cooperation” and marks 50 years of the ICAR–ICRISAT partnership.
International
1. India endorses global Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security
India endorsed the Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security, joining 24 like-minded governments committed to developing open, interoperable, secure and resilient sixth-generation wireless networks.
The initiative focuses on 6G research, cybersecurity, resilient supply chains, international standards, interoperability and cooperation among governments, industry and academia.
India aims to contribute 10% of global 6G standards and patents. The Department of Telecommunications will coordinate India's participation.
2. India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
India condemned reported Houthi attacks on Saudi sovereign territory, particularly attacks affecting civilian and economic facilities.
External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that such attacks undermine regional security and stability and threaten freedom of navigation in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait.
3. India and Morocco defence cooperation expands
The first India-Morocco Joint Defence Committee meeting, held in New Delhi on 8 September, continued to receive attention in the bilateral defence relationship.
The cooperation framework covers military training, exercises, peacekeeping, medical cooperation, cyber defence and defence-industry collaboration. The two countries are preparing for the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027.
4. India-Japan Exercise Veer Guardian begins
The India-Japan air exercise Veer Guardian 2026 began at Air Force Station Jodhpur on 9 September.
The Indian Air Force is participating with LCA Tejas, Su-30MKI and Rafale, while the Japan Air Self-Defense Force is participating with F-2A fighter aircraft. The exercise is scheduled to continue until 22 September and aims to strengthen interoperability and professional cooperation.
Economy and Banking
1. RBI manages excess banking-system liquidity
The Indian banking system continued to experience substantial surplus liquidity in early September.
Reuters reported that the RBI had been using liquidity-management operations as surplus liquidity rose sharply following foreign-currency inflows and other temporary factors. The development is relevant for banking examinations because RBI liquidity operations influence short-term money-market conditions and monetary-policy transmission.
2. India's stock market affected by rising crude-oil prices
Indian equities declined on 9 September as Brent crude oil moved above $100 per barrel amid escalating tensions in West Asia.
The increase in crude prices raised concerns about India's import bill, inflation and corporate costs because India is a major importer of crude oil.
3. FIU-IND issues notices to 15 virtual digital-asset providers
The Financial Intelligence Unit–India (FIU-IND) issued non-compliance notices to 15 Virtual Digital Asset Service Providers under Section 13 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002.
The action relates to compliance with India's anti-money-laundering and counter-terrorist-financing framework.
4. India promotes women-led enterprises in BRICS trade
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal called for greater participation of women-led enterprises in international trade within the BRICS framework.
He proposed greater participation by women-owned businesses in exhibitions, buyer-seller meets and sector-specific trade delegations and called for improved access to finance and predictable trade rules.
5. INNOPROM India 2026 begins
The first-ever INNOPROM India 2026 began at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from 9–11 September.
The Ministry of Steel established an India Steel Pavilion themed “Forging Together – For Infinite Progress”. Discussions are focused on India-Russia cooperation in coking coal, nickel, speciality steel, R&D, advanced steel technologies and supply-chain resilience.
Appointments
Bhagwat Prasad Makwana – NCSK Chairperson
Bhagwat Prasad Makwana assumed charge as Chairperson of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis on 9 September.
The government appointed him on 6 September 2026.
Science and Technology
1. UIDAI launches Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK and Sandbox
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) launched the Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK and Aadhaar Face Authentication Sandbox at the Global Fintech Fest 2026.
The SDK allows organisations to integrate Aadhaar face authentication directly into Android and iOS applications. It incorporates AI/ML-based liveness detection and anti-spoofing capabilities and is designed to simplify authentication for users and ecosystem partners.
2. ORV Sagar Manthan launched
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launched India's advanced Ocean Research Vessel ORV Sagar Manthan at the Rishi Bankim Shipyard in Kolkata.
The vessel was designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) for the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) under the Deep Ocean Mission.
The project cost is approximately ₹840 crore. The vessel will conduct oceanographic surveys, geophysical studies, atmospheric observations and water-column sampling and can deploy remotely operated and autonomous underwater vehicles.
3. 3D-printed patient-specific bone grafts
The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science & Technology provided support to Maharashtra-based Ceramat Private Limited for commercialisation of patient-specific bone grafts created through 3D printing.
The project uses calcium-phosphate-based bioceramic materials and Digital Light Processing and extrusion-based additive-manufacturing techniques.
4. Organic molecules offer new route to green hydrogen
Researchers reported a strategy using the self-assembly of a naturally occurring amino acid with a light-absorbing organic molecule to improve solar-driven hydrogen production using metal-free organic materials.
The research could contribute to future approaches for sustainable hydrogen generation.
5. Bharat Innovates 2026 publication released
Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi released the commemorative publication of Bharat Innovates 2026.
The initiative connects young innovators with industry, investors and international networks. The first edition brought together 120 deep-tech startups and innovators and 45 research projects at Nice, France, under the India-France Year of Innovation.
Sports and Culture
1. Global Chess League 2026 underway in Bengaluru
The fourth season of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League is being held in Bengaluru from 5–13 September 2026.
The league is a joint initiative of Tech Mahindra and FIDE and combines established international players with young talent in a franchise team format.
2. India Women's Asia Cup semi-final against Bangladesh
Bangladesh qualified for the Women's Asia Cup 2026 semi-final against India after securing the fourth semi-final spot.
The ICC confirmed the semi-final pairing, with India entering the knockout stage after an unbeaten group campaign.
3. India's 503-member Asian Games contingent
India's official 503-member contingent for the 2026 Asian Games was sent off in New Delhi earlier in the week. More than 300 athletes are making their Asian Games debut.
The Asian Games are being held in Japan.
Awards and Recognition
Bharat Innovates 2026
Bharat Innovates was highlighted as a platform for identifying high-potential deep-tech innovations emerging from India's higher education and research ecosystem.
The inaugural edition brought together 120 deep-tech startups and innovators and 45 research projects, connecting them with industry, investors and international markets.
India Steel Pavilion at INNOPROM
The Ministry of Steel's participation at INNOPROM India 2026 showcases Indian steel and mining capabilities and facilitates industrial and technological cooperation with Russian companies.
Days Observed
International Day to Protect Education from Attack
The International Day to Protect Education from Attack is observed annually on 9 September.
The United Nations established the observance through General Assembly Resolution 74/275. The day draws attention to attacks against schools, students, teachers and educational institutions during armed conflicts.
The UN's 2026 message highlighted the protection of education as a fundamental human right.
Date: 9 September
UN Resolution: A/RES/74/275
Established: 2020
First observed: 2020
Static GK for Exam Preparations
Railway Multitracking Projects
9 September 2026 approval: 8 projects
Estimated cost: Over ₹20,800 crore
Total route length: About 1,196 km
Completion target: 2029–30
6G
Full form: Sixth Generation Mobile Communication
India's target: 10% of global 6G standards and patents
Key principles: Openness, interoperability, security, resilience and sustainability
Indian initiatives: Bharat 6G Vision and Bharat 6G Alliance
ORV Sagar Manthan
Full form: Ocean Research Vessel Sagar Manthan
Builder: GRSE
Shipyard: Rishi Bankim Shipyard, Kolkata
User: NCPOR
Mission: Deep Ocean Mission
Approximate project cost: ₹840 crore
UIDAI
Full form: Unique Identification Authority of India
Aadhaar: India's biometric-based unique identity system
2026 development: Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK and Sandbox
Technology: AI/ML-based liveness and anti-spoofing
NCSK
Full form: National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Ministry: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Current Chairperson: Bhagwat Prasad Makwana
ASEAN
Full form: Association of Southeast Asian Nations
Established: 1967
Headquarters: Jakarta, Indonesia
ASEAN–India cooperation areas: Agriculture, trade, connectivity, digital technology, security and education
International Day to Protect Education from Attack
Date: 9 September
UN Resolution: 74/275
Focus: Protection of schools, students and teachers during conflicts
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