Weekly Current Affairs 10–16 September 2026: National, International, Economy, Banking, Defence & Sports

Weekly Current Affairs: 10–16 September 2026

1. 18th BRICS Summit Held in New Delhi

The 18th BRICS Summit was held in New Delhi on 12–13 September 2026, with India hosting the summit as the BRICS chair for 2026.

The summit brought together leaders of the expanded BRICS grouping and focused on economic cooperation, trade, technology, finance and global governance.

A joint declaration adopted at the summit called for restraint and diplomatic approaches to international conflicts.

Exam Points:

• Event: 18th BRICS Summit
• Host country: India
• Host city: New Delhi
• Dates: 12–13 September 2026
• India: BRICS Chair, 2026
• Important theme: Economic, technological and Global South cooperation

2. India-China Talks During BRICS Summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

The discussions included bilateral relations, trade, connectivity, cultural exchanges and maintaining peace along the India-China border.

Xi's visit was significant because it was his first visit to India in seven years.

Exam Points:

• Countries: India and China
• Occasion: BRICS Summit 2026
• Location: New Delhi
• Key areas: Trade, connectivity, border peace and bilateral relations

3. BRICS AI Open Source Zone Proposed

During the BRICS Summit, China proposed initiatives aimed at increasing technological and economic cooperation among BRICS countries.

One proposal was a BRICS AI Open Source Zone, intended to promote cooperation in artificial intelligence and technology.

Other discussions included trade, finance and cooperation among the expanded BRICS grouping.

Exam Point: BRICS AI Open Source Zone → Artificial Intelligence cooperation

National Current Affairs

4. World Circular Economy Forum 2026 in Gujarat

India is hosting the World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2026 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

The event is being held during 15–18 September 2026 and focuses on the transition towards a circular economy.

The forum includes sessions dealing with areas such as artificial intelligence, employment and circular-economy applications.

Exam Points:

• Event: World Circular Economy Forum 2026
• Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat
• Dates: 15–18 September 2026
• Focus: Circular economy and sustainable development

5. Special Campaign 6.0

The Government of India is preparing for Special Campaign 6.0 aimed at institutionalizing cleanliness and reducing pendency in government offices.

The preparatory phase is scheduled for 16–30 September 2026, followed by the main campaign from 2–31 October 2026.

The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) acts as the nodal department for coordinating the campaign.

Exam Points:

• Campaign: Special Campaign 6.0
• Preparatory phase: 16–30 September 2026
• Main campaign: 2–31 October 2026
• Nodal department: DARPG
• Focus: Swachhata and reduction of pendency

6. SEMICON India 2026

The Government announced that SEMICON India 2026 will be inaugurated on 17 September 2026 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi.

The event is focused on India's semiconductor ecosystem and related technologies.

Exam Points:

• Event: SEMICON India 2026
• Date: 17 September 2026
• Venue: Yashobhoomi, New Delhi
• Sector: Semiconductor and electronics technology

Economy & Banking Current Affairs

7. India May Extend RoDTEP Scheme

India is considering extending the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme beyond its current expiry date of 30 September 2026.

According to a government trade source cited by Reuters, the Commerce Ministry has sought funding of about ₹230 billion for the programme for FY 2026–27.

RoDTEP is designed to reimburse certain embedded taxes and duties that are not refunded through other mechanisms, helping exporters remain competitive.

Exam Points:

• Scheme: RoDTEP
• Full form: Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products
• Purpose: Reimbursement of eligible embedded taxes and duties
• Ministry involved: Ministry of Commerce
• Key sector: Exports

Note: The extension was being considered/reported as of 16 September 2026; it should not be treated as a final extension unless officially notified.

8. Indian Stock Market Recovers Partially

Indian equity markets showed a modest recovery on 16 September 2026 after recent losses.

Reuters reported that the Nifty 50 rose about 0.43%, while the BSE Sensex gained about 0.45% during the day's market developments.

Banking, financial and payments companies contributed to the gains, while higher crude-oil prices and global monetary-policy concerns remained important market factors.

Exam Points:

• Nifty 50: Major Indian stock-market index
• Sensex: BSE benchmark index
• Market concerns: Crude oil prices and global interest rates

International Current Affairs

9. BRICS Joint Declaration on Middle East Crisis

BRICS countries adopted a joint declaration during the New Delhi summit expressing concern about escalating violence in the Middle East.

The declaration called for maximum restraint and emphasized dialogue, consultation and diplomatic approaches to international disputes.

Exam Point: The development is important for questions on BRICS, international relations and India's multilateral diplomacy.

10. UN General Assembly 81st Session

The 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly is scheduled to hold its General Debate from 22–26 September 2026, with an additional sitting on 28 September 2026.

The theme of the 81st General Debate is:

"Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all."

Exam Points:

• Organisation: United Nations
• Event: 81st UN General Assembly General Debate
• Dates: 22–26 September and 28 September 2026
• Theme: Restoring trust, managing transformation

Science & Technology

11. Semiconductor Technology in Focus

India's upcoming SEMICON India 2026 has placed semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and advanced technology among the important areas of national policy and industrial development this week.

The event is scheduled at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi on 17 September 2026.

Important for exams:

• Semiconductor manufacturing
• Electronics ecosystem
• Artificial Intelligence
• Advanced technologies
• India's technology manufacturing strategy

Environment & Sustainability

12. World Circular Economy Forum 2026

The World Circular Economy Forum is being hosted in India from 15–18 September 2026.

The circular-economy model focuses on reducing waste, improving resource efficiency, extending product lifecycles and increasing reuse and recycling.

The 2026 forum includes discussions on technology, AI, employment and applications of the circular economy.

Exam Keyword: Circular Economy → Reduce → Reuse → Recycle → Resource Efficiency

Important Appointments, Awards & Sports

For this week's exam preparation, candidates should separately revise:

• Important government appointments
• International appointments
• National and international awards
• Major sports tournaments and winners
• Defence exercises
• Important books and authors
• Important days and themes
• Government schemes and initiatives

These categories are regularly covered in SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence and other competitive examinations.

Current Affairs One-Liners

1. 18th BRICS Summit 2026 was held in — New Delhi.
2. India is the BRICS Chair in 2026.
3. BRICS Summit 2026 was held on — 12–13 September 2026.
4. Xi Jinping's 2026 India visit took place in connection with — BRICS Summit.
5. World Circular Economy Forum 2026 is being hosted in — Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
6. WCEF 2026 is being held during — 15–18 September 2026.
7. Special Campaign 6.0 preparatory phase — 16–30 September 2026.
8. Special Campaign 6.0 main campaign — 2–31 October 2026.
9. Nodal department for Special Campaigns — Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG).
10. SEMICON India 2026 will be held at — Yashobhoomi, New Delhi.
11. SEMICON India 2026 inauguration date — 17 September 2026.
12. RoDTEP stands for — Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products.
13. RoDTEP is related to — Export promotion.
14. 81st UN General Assembly General Debate begins on — 22 September 2026.
15. Theme of the 81st UNGA General Debate — "Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all."

Practice MCQs

Q1. Where was the 18th BRICS Summit held in 2026?

A. Mumbai B. New Delhi C. Bengaluru D. Hyderabad

Answer: B. New Delhi

Q2. India is the BRICS Chair for which year?

A. 2025 B. 2026 C. 2027 D. 2028

Answer: B. 2026

Q3. World Circular Economy Forum 2026 is being hosted in which Indian city?

A. Jaipur B. Ahmedabad C. Gandhinagar D. Surat

Answer: C. Gandhinagar

Q4. RoDTEP is primarily associated with which sector?

A. Education B. Exports C. Healthcare D. Agriculture

Answer: B. Exports

Q5. What does RoDTEP stand for?

A. Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products B. Reduction of Duties on Trade and Export Products C. Remission of Domestic Taxes on Export Products D. Reform of Duties and Tariffs on Export Products

Answer: A. Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products

Q6. SEMICON India 2026 is associated mainly with which sector?

A. Tourism B. Semiconductor and electronics C. Agriculture D. Banking

Answer: B. Semiconductor and electronics

Q7. Where will SEMICON India 2026 be inaugurated?

A. Bharat Mandapam B. Yashobhoomi, New Delhi C. Vigyan Bhawan D. Hyderabad International Convention Centre

Answer: B. Yashobhoomi, New Delhi

Q8. Which organisation coordinates the Government's Special Campaigns?

A. NITI Aayog B. DARPG C. RBI D. Election Commission of India

Answer: B. DARPG

Q9. The 81st UN General Assembly General Debate is scheduled to begin in which month?

A. August 2026 B. September 2026 C. October 2026 D. November 2026

Answer: B. September 2026

Q10. Which of the following is associated with circular economy?

A. Resource efficiency B. Waste reduction C. Reuse and recycling D. All of the above

Answer: D. All of the above

Quick Revision Table

Sources

• Press Information Bureau (PIB)
• Reuters
• United Nations

Current-affairs information in this article has been checked against recent sources available as of 16 September 2026. Some developments, such as the proposed RoDTEP extension, were still under consideration and should be updated when a final government notification is issued.