Daily Current Affairs & GK – 11 September 2026
Daily Current Affairs and GK – 11 September 2026: Important national, international, economy and banking, appointments, science and technology, sports, culture, awards, important days and static GK updates for UPSC, SSC, IBPS, Banking, RRB, NTPC, State PSC and other competitive examinations.
National
1. 18th BRICS Summit preparations intensify in New Delhi
India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi under its 2026 chairship. The summit is scheduled at Bharat Mandapam on 12–13 September 2026. The 2026 BRICS theme is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.” The grouping comprises 11 full members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
On 11 September, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the BRICS meetings. The two leaders reviewed cooperation in political, economic, defence, energy, space, skill mobility and people-to-people sectors.
2. PM Modi holds talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit. Discussions included developments in West Asia, regional stability, freedom of navigation and the safety and well-being of seafarers. India reiterated its position in favour of dialogue and diplomacy.
3. PM Modi meets UN Secretary-General António Guterres
Prime Minister Modi also met UN Secretary-General António Guterres on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The meeting formed part of India's diplomatic engagements ahead of the leaders' summit.
4. Bharat Innovates Exposition showcases India's deep-tech ecosystem
The Ministry of Education, in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs, is organising the Bharat Innovates Exposition at Bharat Mandapam on 11–12 September 2026 as part of the BRICS programme.
The exposition features 37 Indian deep-tech innovators and aims to connect Indian startups, higher educational institutions, laboratories and research parks with global investors, corporations, universities and research institutions.
5. Two lakh PMAY-G houses dedicated in Chhattisgarh
At a programme in Sakti district, Chhattisgarh, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai facilitated the Griha Pravesh of beneficiaries of two lakh newly constructed houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Gramin (PMAY-G).
An additional 3.65 lakh houses were also announced for Chhattisgarh.
6. India marks 25 years since the 9/11 attacks
India joined the international remembrance of the victims of the 11 September 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the victims on the 25th anniversary and reiterated India's opposition to terrorism in all its forms.
7. National Safai Karamcharis Finance & Development Corporation reports major outreach
The National Safai Karamcharis Finance & Development Corporation (NSKFDC) said it had sanctioned and disbursed around ₹3,365.93 crore, benefiting more than 6.10 lakh persons since inception through concessional finance and skill-development initiatives. The organisation works under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
International
1. China-India leadership engagement around BRICS
Chinese President Xi Jinping's participation in the New Delhi BRICS Summit was a major international focus on 11 September. Chinese officials said preparations were under way for a bilateral meeting between Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Reuters reported that the meeting would be another opportunity for the two countries to engage at the leadership level.
2. BRICS focuses on Global South cooperation
The BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi brought together leaders and senior officials from member countries, with discussions centred on trade, economic cooperation, resilience and the role of developing economies in global institutions. The 2026 chairship places particular emphasis on resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability.
3. Houthi forces advance toward Bab el-Mandeb
The Yemen conflict remained an important international development. Reuters reported that Houthi forces advanced toward the strategically important Bab el-Mandeb Strait, including reported control of Perim Island and the Red Sea coastal town of Dhubab.
Bab el-Mandeb is a major maritime chokepoint linking the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden, making developments around the area important for global shipping and energy security.
Economy and Banking
1. Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026 to come into force on 1 October
The Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026 will come into force from 1 October 2026.
The new legislation replaces the Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 1891 and updates the legal framework for banking records in view of modern digital banking practices. It recognises contemporary forms of banking records and provides a more standardised framework for their certification and use as evidence. The President gave assent to the Act on 13 August 2026.
2. RBI-SEBI Demat 2.0 pilot for tokenised corporate bonds
The RBI and SEBI launched the Demat 2.0 pilot for tokenised corporate bonds at the Global Fintech Fest 2026 in Mumbai.
The pilot explores the use of tokenisation, distributed ledger technology and RBI's central bank digital currency (CBDC) to improve the issuance and settlement of corporate bonds.
3. India pushes stronger intra-BRICS economic cooperation
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal called for deeper, resilient and more balanced trade among BRICS members. Discussions at the BRICS Business Forum focused on supply chains, trade facilitation and broader economic cooperation.
4. Captive coal production records growth
Production from captive coal mines increased from 167.44 million tonnes in FY 2024–25 to 184 million tonnes in FY 2025–26, registering growth of about 10.10%.
Up to 10 September 2026, captive mines had produced 68.98 million tonnes, compared with 65.78 million tonnes during the corresponding period of the previous financial year.
5. OneTag launched for FASTag portability
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari launched OneTag, a NETC FASTag portability solution.
OneTag allows users to change their issuing bank while retaining the existing FASTag fitted to their vehicle. It is a joint initiative of Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL) and NPCI.
Science and Technology
1. Bharat Innovates highlights India's deep-tech capabilities
The Bharat Innovates Exposition is showcasing 37 Indian deep-tech innovators at Bharat Mandapam during the BRICS programme. It is designed to build connections between Indian innovation institutions and international investors, universities, research organisations and businesses.
2. Critical minerals linked to India's strategic technology needs
Union Minister of State for Science & Technology Dr Jitendra Singh highlighted the importance of critical minerals for India's energy security, industrial competitiveness and national security.
He stressed the need to strengthen domestic capabilities across the value chain while building international partnerships and stronger links between industry and research institutions.
3. India focuses on blue-economy technologies
The Ministry of Earth Sciences emphasised an integrated approach to India's long coastline, covering ecology, security, economy, technology and human development.
The government highlighted the potential of marine resources, ocean observation, surveillance, remote sensing, communications and the Deep Ocean Mission for strengthening India's blue-economy capabilities.
4. BARC signs 22 technology-transfer agreements
The AIC Anushakti Foundation and BARC concluded 22 technology-transfer agreements, along with two incubation agreements and three product launches.
The technologies included areas such as hydrogen mitigation systems for reactors, Tele-ECG, textile-effluent decolourisation, boron carbide production and biowaste converters.
Sports and Culture
Sports
1. Zverev and Shelton reach US Open men's singles final
At the 2026 US Open, Alexander Zverev defeated Karen Khachanov in the men's singles semifinal, while Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe.
Zverev won 6–3, 7–6(7), 7–6(6), while Shelton won 4–6, 6–3, 6–3, 7–5. The two were set to meet in the men's final.
2. Siniakova and Townsend win US Open women's doubles
Top seeds Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend won the 2026 US Open women's doubles title, defeating Ashlyn Krueger and Robin Montgomery 5–7, 6–0, 6–2.
The victory completed career Grand Slam doubles collections for both players.
3. Sabalenka vs Rybakina set for US Open women's final
The women's singles final was scheduled between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina.
Sabalenka entered the final as the two-time defending champion, while Rybakina had already secured the opportunity to become the new world No. 1 when the rankings were updated.
Culture
4. Dedicated Art District planned at Kharghar
The Ministry of Culture and the Maharashtra government, through CIDCO, signed an MoU for development of a dedicated Art District at Sector 24, Central Park, Kharghar.
The proposed district will include art galleries, cultural institutions, artist studios, residencies, art-storage facilities and educational spaces. Approximately 4 hectares of land has been earmarked for the project.
Days Observed
National Forest Martyrs Day – 11 September
India observes National Forest Martyrs Day on 11 September to honour forest personnel and others who lost their lives protecting forests, wildlife and biodiversity.
The date is associated with the Khejarli sacrifice of 1730 in Rajasthan, in which members of the Bishnoi community, led by Amrita Devi Bishnoi, resisted the cutting of Khejri trees.
25th Anniversary of the 9/11 Attacks
11 September 2026 marked 25 years since the terrorist attacks in the United States on 11 September 2001. The day was commemorated internationally, while India reiterated its opposition to terrorism.
Swami Vivekananda's Chicago Address
11 September is also remembered in India in connection with Swami Vivekananda's historic address at the World's Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893, an important fact for Indian culture and modern history examinations.
Static GK for Exam Preparations
BRICS
Original members: Brazil, Russia, India and China
South Africa joined in 2010
India is chairing BRICS in 2026
2026 BRICS Summit venue: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
2026 theme: Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability
Bankers' Books Evidence Act
Original Act: 1891
New Act: 2026
New law comes into force: 1 October 2026
President's assent: 13 August 2026
National Commission for Scheduled Castes
Constitutional basis: Article 338
Related body for Scheduled Tribes: Article 338A
NCSC headquarters: New Delhi
Bab el-Mandeb Strait
Located between the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
Major maritime chokepoint
Important for global shipping and energy transportation
Khejarli Movement
Year: 1730
Location: Rajasthan
Community: Bishnoi
Associated figure: Amrita Devi Bishnoi
Tree protected: Khejri
FASTag and OneTag
NETC FASTag ecosystem involves NPCI
OneTag was launched to provide FASTag issuer portability
IHMCL is associated with the initiative.
US Open
Venue: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
Location: Flushing Meadows, New York
Surface: Hard court
One of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments.
Bharat Innovates
Organised by: Ministry of Education, in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs
2026 exposition venue: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Focus: Deep-tech and innovation ecosystem
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