MY Bharat–NSS Conducts “My Health, My Pride” Activities Nationwide
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, through the National Service Scheme (NSS), conducted “My Health, My Pride” activities on September 25, 2026, under the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat 100-week campaign. The programme promoted health, nutrition, wellness and awareness about substance abuse among young people.
Key facts
The activities were conducted across 167 educational institutions and their adopted villages.
A total of 1,75,368 participants took part in the nationwide activities.
Health check-ups and BMI assessments were provided to 48,556 youth aged 15–18 years under the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram.
The nutrition and good health awareness session engaged 64,938 participants.
The session on the impact of addiction on good health engaged 61,874 participants.
Approximately 62,000 young people took the Substance-Free Pledge.
The initiative was implemented under the Prevent pillar of the campaign, whose four pillars are Prevent, Protect, Recover and Lead.
Exam relevance: Relevant for questions on the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, National Service Scheme, Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram, government campaigns against substance abuse, and the four-pillar framework of the Nasha Mukt Yuva campaign.
Gulveer Singh Wins Silver in Men’s 10,000m at Asian Games
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Gulveer Singh for winning the silver medal in the men’s 10,000m event at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. He highlighted Singh’s earlier bronze medal and his potential to inspire young distance runners in India.
Key facts
Gulveer Singh won the silver medal in the men’s 10,000m event.
The medal was won at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.
Singh had earlier won a bronze medal in the competition.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Singh through a post on X.
The Prime Minister praised Singh’s perseverance and progress.
Singh’s performance was described as an inspiration for young distance runners in India.
Exam relevance: Useful for sports current affairs and questions on India’s medal winners at the Asian Games.
Baranica Elangovan Wins Bronze in Women’s Pole Vault at Asian Games
Baranica Elangovan won a bronze medal in the women’s pole vault at her Asian Games debut. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her and highlighted the achievement as an inspiration for young athletes.
Key facts
Baranica Elangovan won the bronze medal in women’s pole vault.
The achievement came at her Asian Games debut.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Elangovan.
The Prime Minister described the medal as a proud achievement for India.
The achievement was said to inspire more young athletes to take up the sport.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on Indian sports achievements, Asian Games medal winners, women athletes and current affairs.
The National Land Monetization Corporation (NLMC) completed investor outreach meetings in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada and Hyderabad before the e-auction of 459 non-core land parcels of Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL). The auction is scheduled in two sessions on 12 and 16 October 2026 through the RailTel E-Nivida platform.
Key facts
NLMC operates under the Department of Public Enterprises, Ministry of Finance.
The e-auction covers 459 RINL land parcels measuring 93,572.21 square yards.
The parcels are located in HB Colony, Maddilapalem and Auto Nagar, Gajuwaka, Visakhapatnam.
The portfolio includes 456 residential plots and three Auto Nagar plots.
Day 1 of the auction is scheduled for 12 October 2026 with 243 plots.
Day 2 is scheduled for 16 October 2026 with 216 plots.
The Earnest Money Deposit is ₹2 lakh per auction.
Quikr India Pvt. Ltd. has been appointed as the transaction consultant.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on public asset monetisation, Central Public Sector Enterprises, NLMC, RINL, the Department of Public Enterprises and government e-auction mechanisms.
Ministry of Heavy Industries Begins Preparations for Special Campaign 6
The Ministry of Heavy Industries, along with its CPSEs and Autonomous Bodies, has started preparations for Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters 6. The campaign will focus on e-waste management, cleanliness, reduction of pendency and improved workplace organisation.
Key facts
The campaign is being conducted by the Ministry of Heavy Industries with its CPSEs and Autonomous Bodies.
The preparatory phase runs from 15 September to 30 September 2026.
The implementation phase is scheduled from 2 October to 31 October 2026.
The campaign gives special emphasis to the collection, segregation and disposal of e-waste.
E-waste is to be managed in accordance with the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022.
Activities include reviewing old files, identifying scrap and unserviceable items, and improving office space management.
Regular review meetings and activity records are being used to monitor progress.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Central Public Sector Enterprises, government cleanliness campaigns, e-waste management and the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022.
Third Annual Review Meeting of RuTAG 2.0 Held at IIT Roorkee
Principal Scientific Adviser Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood chaired the Third Annual Review Meeting of Rural Technology Action Group (RuTAG) 2.0 projects at IIT Roorkee, Uttarakhand, on 24–25 September 2026. The meeting reviewed technology readiness, field validation, adoption pathways and the scaling of rural technologies.
Key facts
RuTAG was conceptualised in 2003–04 and formally established in 2004 by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser.
RuTAG connects scientific and technical institutions with the technology needs of rural communities.
RuTAG 2.0 was launched in 2023 with emphasis on field engagement, technology validation, commercialisation and scale-up.
The review meeting brought together stakeholders from all seven RuTAG Centres.
The seven centres are at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Madras, IIT Roorkee, ICAR-NAARM Hyderabad and SKUAST Kashmir.
A compendium of technologies developed under RuTAG 2.0 during 2023–2026 by the SKUAST-Kashmir Centre was released.
The meeting stressed scalable, sustainable, affordable and reliable technologies for rural communities.
The RSVC-AMRIT platform, developed by NABARD in collaboration with the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser, was discussed in relation to technology discovery, validation and deployment.
Exam relevance: Important for questions on the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser, rural technology development, RuTAG, IITs, NABARD collaboration and institutional efforts supporting rural livelihoods and technology adoption.
9th India International Water Week 2026 Concludes with Focus on Climate-Resilient Water Management
The 9th India International Water Week 2026 concluded in New Delhi with discussions on climate-resilient water management, sustainable water services, community participation and technology-led water governance. The event also highlighted the Jal Jeevan Mission, WASH cooperation and recommendations for water security.
Key facts
The 9th India International Water Week 2026 was held from September 22 to 25 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Its theme was “Climate Resilient Water Management”.
The valedictory ceremony was chaired by Union Minister of Jal Shakti C. R. Patil.
The event recorded 7,224 delegates, 227 exhibitors and 119 paper presentations.
Participation included two Partner Countries and 14 Partner States and Union Territories.
Recommendations included safe reuse of treated wastewater, community-led groundwater recharge, digital technologies and multi-hazard early warning systems.
The 2nd India International WASH Conference 2026 presented 57 research papers and focused on water quality, sustainable sanitation and climate resilience.
Eight capacity-building modules developed under the Jal Jeevan Mission for Gram Panchayat representatives were released.
Exam relevance: Important for questions on the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Jal Jeevan Mission, water security, climate-resilient water management, WASH, groundwater recharge, wastewater reuse and government efforts related to drinking water and sanitation.
‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ Campaign Organised at AQCS Campus
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying organised the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ tree-planting campaign and a cleanliness drive at the Animal Quarantine and Certification Services campus in New Delhi under Swachhata Hi Seva 2026.
Key facts
The campaign was held on 25 September 2026 at the AQCS campus, New Delhi.
It was organised by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
Prof. S. P. Singh Baghel, Minister of State, led the campaign.
The campaign was conducted under Swachhata Hi Seva 2026.
A cleanliness drive was also carried out at the AQCS campus.
The theme of Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 is “Participation in Cleanliness; Clean India, Developed India.”
The campaign encourages planting and caring for trees in the name of one’s mother.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on government campaigns, cleanliness initiatives, environmental awareness, the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, and the Animal Quarantine and Certification Services.
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment Organises Swachhata se Sabhyata Session
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment organised a Swachhata se Sabhyata awareness session with the Brahma Kumaris under the Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign 2026. The session highlighted the link between inner values, cleanliness, responsible resource use and civic responsibility.
Key facts
The session was organised by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment.
The department functions under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
The session was titled Swachhata se Sabhyata.
It was organised in collaboration with the Brahma Kumaris.
The session was held as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign 2026.
The campaign is being observed from September 17 to October 2, 2026, with a focus on Jan Bhagidari.
The session highlighted recycling, respect for nature, social sensitivity and cleanliness in thought, speech and conduct.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign 2026, Jan Bhagidari and public cleanliness initiatives.
ICAT Celebrates 20 Years and Launches Agri Machinery Test Facility
The International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT), Manesar, marked 20 years of service to India’s automotive industry. The event included an industry dialogue on the PM e-Drive scheme and the inauguration of an indigenous Agri Machinery Test Facility to support reliable and certified agricultural equipment.
Key facts
ICAT, Manesar, completed 20 years of service to India’s automotive industry.
The event included an industry dialogue on the PM e-Drive scheme.
PM e-Drive was presented as an initiative to promote clean, sustainable and self-reliant mobility.
ICAT inaugurated an indigenous Agri Machinery Test Facility.
The facility aims to support agricultural modernisation through reliable and certified equipment.
The expansion is intended to develop ICAT into a multi-sectoral testing and certification hub.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on the PM e-Drive scheme, electric and clean mobility, automotive testing institutions, and agricultural machinery certification.
Indian Coast Guard joins QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission
Indian Coast Guard Ship Shaunak sailed from Chennai to Perth, Australia, under the QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission to promote maritime cooperation and interoperability among India, Australia, Japan and the United States.
Key facts
Indian Coast Guard Ship Shaunak sailed from Chennai on September 25, 2026.
The ship is scheduled to travel to Perth, Australia.
Six Sea Riders joined the mission: two officers each from India and Japan, and one officer each from Australia and the United States.
The participants will undertake shipboard activities and professional exchanges.
The mission aims to improve interoperability, coordination and mutual trust among QUAD countries.
The initiative is aligned with the QUAD Foreign Ministers’ Joint Statement of May 26, 2026.
The mission supports a free, open, inclusive and rules-based maritime order in the Indo-Pacific.
Exam relevance: Important for questions on the QUAD, Indian maritime cooperation, the Indian Coast Guard, Indo-Pacific security and India’s MAHASAGAR vision.
Swachhta Udyami Yojana Supports Livelihood Improvement of Guntur Waste Picker
Assistance under the Swachhta Udyami Yojana helped Komaragiri Ankamma, a waste picker from Guntur and a member of the Scheduled Tribe community, increase her monthly income and improve her family’s financial security.
Key facts
Komaragiri Ankamma has worked as a waste picker in Guntur for 25 years.
She received support under the Swachhta Udyami Yojana on 19 June 2023.
The assistance was provided through Navajeevan Organisation as part of a five-member group project.
The project cost was Rs. 49,96,925, including a loan of Rs. 31,22,695 and an upfront capital subsidy of Rs. 18,74,230.
Her monthly earnings increased from approximately Rs. 8,000 to Rs. 18,000.
She reported an additional monthly income of approximately Rs. 10,000 after receiving assistance.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on government livelihood support, sanitation-linked entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries and welfare schemes.
Vice-President Presents Awards at 3rd Shri Arun Jaitley Memorial Debate
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan presented awards to the winners of the 3rd Shri Arun Jaitley Memorial Debate at Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi. He highlighted the importance of critical thinking, evidence-based debate, responsible public discourse and the constructive use of artificial intelligence.
Key facts
The event was held at Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi.
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan presented awards to the winners of the 3rd Shri Arun Jaitley Memorial Debate.
He described questioning, disagreement, reason and evidence as essential to a healthy democracy.
SRCC was congratulated for completing 100 years.
The Vice-President highlighted Shri Arun Jaitley's contributions as Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs.
Reforms associated with Shri Jaitley included GST, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, taxation and fiscal reforms.
He said the Rajya Sabha is working towards AI-enabled translation in all languages listed in the Eighth Schedule.
He advised students not to allow algorithms to replace human intellect and creativity.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on constitutional values, democratic discourse, Shri Arun Jaitley's public contributions, GST, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, the Eighth Schedule and applications of artificial intelligence.
40th National Good Governance Webinar Highlights Project PATHA
The 40th National Good Governance Webinar, held on 25 September 2026, presented Project PATHA, a PM’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration 2022-winning initiative for Foundational Literacy and Numeracy in Mehsana district, Gujarat. The webinar focused on sustaining and replicating awarded governance initiatives.
Key facts
The 40th National Good Governance Webinar was held on 25 September 2026.
Project PATHA received the PM’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration in 2022.
Project PATHA was implemented across all 994 elementary schools of Mehsana district, Gujarat.
The initiative used teacher guides, an assessment ladder, and Gujarati and Mathematics worksheets based on learning gaps.
The learning material was reviewed by GCERT and made available through the DIKSHA platform.
The initiative later evolved from Foundational Literacy and Numeracy to Grade-Appropriate Learning.
The Mehsana model was taken up at the state level under Nipun Gujarat.
Exam relevance: Important for questions on good governance, public administration awards, foundational literacy and numeracy, Gujarat education initiatives, GCERT, DIKSHA, Nipun Gujarat, and administrative best-practice replication.
Narayan Dewasi Assumes Charge as DWBDNC Governing Body Member
Narayan Dewasi has assumed charge as a Member of the Governing Body of the Development and Welfare Board for De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC). His appointment is for three years from the date of joining or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Key facts
Narayan Dewasi assumed charge as a Member of the DWBDNC Governing Body.
The appointment was made by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment.
The department functions under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
The tenure is three years from the date of joining or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
DWBDNC works for the welfare, development and empowerment of De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities.
Swaroop Singh Banjara had earlier assumed charge as a Governing Body Member on 17 September 2026.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on government bodies, appointments and the welfare of De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities.
National-Level Consultation on National Cooperative Training Framework 2026 Held in New Delhi
Tribhuvan Sahkari University, in collaboration with the Ministry of Cooperation, organised a national-level agenda-setting consultation for the National Cooperative Training Framework 2026 in New Delhi. The consultation focused on improving the quality, relevance and outcomes of training and capacity-building initiatives in the cooperative sector.
Key facts
The consultation was held on 24 September 2026 at Atal Akshaya Urja Bhawan, New Delhi.
It was organised by Tribhuvan Sahkari University in collaboration with the Ministry of Cooperation.
Union Minister of State for Cooperation Krishan Pal Gurjar inaugurated the consultation.
The consultation focused on quality and outcomes of cooperative training rather than merely increasing the number of programmes.
The National Cooperative Training Framework aims to strengthen convergence, quality, relevance, reach and continuity in cooperative training.
It was the first of two national-level consultations under the NCTF process.
Five regional consultations are planned for North, South, East, West and North-East India.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on cooperative-sector reforms, the Ministry of Cooperation, Tribhuvan Sahkari University, cooperative training and capacity building, and the structure of the National Cooperative Training Framework process.
Government Announces Borrowing Plan for H2 of FY 2026-27
The Government of India, in consultation with the RBI, plans to raise ₹7,86,000 crore through market borrowings during the second half of FY 2026-27. The plan includes Sovereign Green Bonds, dated securities, Treasury Bills and provisions for Ways and Means Advances.
Key facts
The government plans to borrow ₹7,86,000 crore in H2 of FY 2026-27.
The borrowing includes ₹15,000 crore through Sovereign Green Bonds.
Expected market borrowing for the full financial year is ₹15,99,506 crore, against the Budget Estimate of ₹17,20,000 crore.
H2 borrowing through dated securities will be completed through 23 weekly auctions.
Dated securities will have maturities ranging from 3 years to 50 years.
In Q3 of FY 2026-27, the government expects to borrow ₹23,000 crore per week through Treasury Bills in 13 auction weeks.
The RBI has fixed the Ways and Means Advances limit for H2 at ₹50,000 crore.
Exam relevance: Important for questions on government borrowing, market borrowing, Sovereign Green Bonds, Treasury Bills, RBI facilities and fiscal management.
Issuance Calendar for Government Securities: October 2026 to March 2027
The Government of India, in consultation with the RBI, released an indicative calendar for issuing dated government securities, including Sovereign Green Bonds, during the second half of fiscal year 2026-27.
Key facts
The calendar covers the period from October 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027.
It is intended to improve investment planning and transparency in the government securities market.
Non-competitive bidding will be available in all auctions covered by the calendar.
Five percent of the notified amount will be reserved for specified retail investors.
The government may modify the calendar based on market conditions, requirements and other relevant factors.
The government may retain additional subscription of up to ₹2,000 crore for each security under the greenshoe option.
Switch auctions are planned for the third Monday of every month, or the fourth Monday if the third Monday is a holiday.
Exam relevance: Important for questions on government securities, RBI-government debt management, Sovereign Green Bonds, retail participation in auctions and greenshoe options.
Calendar Released for Government of India Treasury Bill Auctions for Quarter Ending December 2026
The Government of India, in consultation with the Reserve Bank of India, released the Treasury Bill auction calendar for the quarter ending December 2026. The auction schedule and amounts may be modified depending on government requirements and market conditions, with prior notice to the market.
Key facts
The calendar relates to Treasury Bill auctions for the quarter ending December 2026.
The calendar was released by the Government of India in consultation with the Reserve Bank of India.
The indicated auction amounts and timings may be modified if required.
Changes may be made due to government requirements, market conditions or intervening holidays.
Any changes will be communicated through press releases.
The auctions will follow the terms of General Notification No. F.4(2)-B(W&M)/2018 dated March 26, 2025, as amended.
Exam relevance: Important for questions on Treasury Bills, government borrowing, RBI consultation in debt management and the flexibility of auction schedules.
