Weekly Current Affairs 24–30 September 2026: National, Banking, Economy, Defence, Science, Sports & Important Days

Weekly Current Affairs: 24–30 September 2026

National & Government Current Affairs

1. Cabinet Approves Green Energy Corridor Phase-III

The Union Cabinet approved the Green Energy Corridor Phase-III (GEC-III) scheme on 30 September 2026.

The scheme aims to strengthen India's Intra-State Transmission System (InSTS) and enable the evacuation of up to 135 GW of renewable energy across States and Union Territories.

The total project outlay is:

₹1,86,405 crore

The programme also includes deployment of 50 GWh of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

The scheme is targeted for completion by FY 2032–33.

Key Financial Details

Exam Points

• Scheme: Green Energy Corridor Phase-III
• Short form: GEC-III
• Approved: 30 September 2026
• Renewable-energy evacuation capacity: Up to 135 GW
• Battery storage: 50 GWh
• Total outlay: ₹1,86,405 crore
• Target: FY 2032–33
• Long-term target supported: 900 GW installed non-fossil capacity by 2035

2. 9th India International Water Week 2026

The 9th India International Water Week (IIWW) 2026 concluded during the week with an emphasis on climate-resilient water management and sustainable water services.

The event brought together policymakers, experts and stakeholders to discuss challenges relating to water security, sustainability and climate change.

Exam Points

• Event: India International Water Week 2026
• Edition: 9th
• Major focus: Climate-resilient water management
• Sector: Water resources and sustainable development

3. Special Campaign 6.0 Preparatory Phase Concludes

The preparatory phase of Special Campaign 6.0 ran from 15 to 30 September 2026.

The main implementation phase will run from:

2 October – 31 October 2026

The campaign focuses on:

• Swachhata
• Disposal of pending matters
• E-waste management
• Scrap disposal
• Better space management
• Clearance of pending references

Government ministries, departments, autonomous bodies and PSUs are participating.

Exam Points

• Campaign: Special Campaign 6.0
• Preparatory Phase: 15–30 September 2026
• Implementation Phase: 2–31 October 2026
• Focus: Swachhata and reduction of pendency
• Additional 2026 focus: E-waste management

Health Current Affairs

4. Arogya Manthan 2026

Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda inaugurated Arogya Manthan 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on 25 September.

The event marked:

• 8 years of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY
• 5 years of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)

Exam Points

• Event: Arogya Manthan 2026
• Venue: Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
• Inaugurated by: J. P. Nadda
• PM-JAY: Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
• ABDM: Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
• PM-JAY milestone: 8 years
• ABDM milestone: 5 years

5. FSSAI Proposes New Rule for 'Paneer' Labelling

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) proposed a draft amendment aimed at ensuring that only products derived from milk are represented as "Paneer."

The development is relevant to food standards and consumer protection.

Exam Points

• Organisation: FSSAI
• Full form: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
• Sector: Food safety
• Issue: Standards for products represented as paneer

Science & Technology Current Affairs

6. ₹200 Crore RDI Support for Agnikul Cosmos

The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science and Technology signed an agreement with Agnikul Cosmos for ₹200 crore in RDI support.

The funding will support the development of a fully reusable Agnibaan launch vehicle.

Exam Points

• Company: Agnikul Cosmos
• Launch vehicle: Agnibaan
• Support: ₹200 crore
• Institution: Technology Development Board
• Department: Department of Science and Technology
• Objective: Fully reusable launch vehicle

7. ₹63.84 Crore Support for GalaxEye

The Technology Development Board also signed an agreement with GalaxEye for ₹63.84 crore in RDI support.

The project concerns development of next-generation multisensor satellite technology.

Exam Points

• Company: GalaxEye
• Support: ₹63.84 crore
• Technology: Multisensor satellite
• Institution: Technology Development Board

8. Bio-Based Biodegradable Plastic Commercial Launch

The Government formally launched a bio-based biodegradable plastic developed under the BioE3 framework.

The initiative highlights India's efforts to combine biotechnology, sustainability and environmentally friendly manufacturing.

Exam Point

BioE3 → Biotechnology + Economy + Environment

9. DRDO Deep-Tech Quantum Project

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) signed its first high-value deep-tech project agreement with a startup under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme.

The project concerns indigenous development of a 20 mK Dilution Refrigerator for Quantum Applications.

Exam Points

• Organisation: DRDO
• Scheme: Technology Development Fund
• Short form: TDF
• Technology: Quantum applications
• Project: 20 mK Dilution Refrigerator
• Focus: Indigenous deep technology

Defence Current Affairs

10. Exercise TARANG SHAKTI 2026

The Indian Air Force conducted Exercise TARANG SHAKTI 2026, highlighting multinational air cooperation and interoperability.

The exercise was described under the theme:

Power in Partnership

TARANG SHAKTI is an important multinational air exercise hosted by India.

Exam Points

• Exercise: TARANG SHAKTI 2026
• Service: Indian Air Force
• Type: Multinational air exercise
• Key idea: Interoperability and international defence cooperation

11. Indian Contingent Departs for KAZIND-2026

An Indian Armed Forces contingent departed to participate in the joint military exercise KAZIND-2026.

KAZIND is a joint exercise involving:

India and Kazakhstan

It aims to improve military cooperation and interoperability between the armed forces of the two countries.

Exam Points

• Exercise: KAZIND-2026
• Countries: India and Kazakhstan
• Type: Joint military exercise
• Purpose: Interoperability and defence cooperation

12. Exercise VARUNA

INS Trishul arrived at Toulon, France, for the 24th edition of Exercise VARUNA.

VARUNA is a bilateral maritime exercise between:

India and France

Exam Points

• Exercise: VARUNA
• Edition: 24th
• Countries: India and France
• Service: Navy
• Indian ship: INS Trishul
• Location: Toulon, France

13. INS Sudarshini Reaches Alexandria

INS Sudarshini arrived at Alexandria, Egypt, as part of Lokayan 26.

INS Sudarshini is a sail training ship of the Indian Navy.

Exam Points

• Ship: INS Sudarshini
• Service: Indian Navy
• Port: Alexandria
• Country: Egypt
• Mission: Lokayan 26

14. India Participates in ADMM-Plus Maritime Activity

Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri and Kulish participated in an ADMM-Plus Maritime Security Joint Cooperation Activity.

ADMM-Plus provides a platform for defence cooperation involving ASEAN countries and their dialogue partners.

Exam Points

• Indian ships: INS Sahyadri and INS Kulish
• Activity: Maritime Security Joint Cooperation Activity
• Framework: ADMM-Plus
• Area: Maritime security

15. QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) announced steps to strengthen maritime cooperation through the QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission.

Exam Points

• Organisation: Indian Coast Guard
• Initiative: QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission
• Area: Maritime cooperation

16. Indian Navy Commanders' Conference 2026

The second edition of the Indian Navy's biannual Commanders' Conference 2026 began at Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi, on 29 September.

The three-day conference runs from 29 September to 1 October 2026.

It brings together the Navy's senior leadership to review:

• Operational preparedness
• Maritime security
• Future capability development

Exam Points

• Event: Indian Navy Commanders' Conference 2026
• Venue: Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi
• Dates: 29 September – 1 October 2026
• Service: Indian Navy

17. India–Republic of Korea Defence Cooperation

India and the Republic of Korea (South Korea) held the 10th Joint Committee Meeting on Defence Industries and Logistics Cooperation.

The meeting focused on defence-industrial and logistics cooperation between the two countries.

Exam Points

• Countries: India and Republic of Korea
• Meeting: Joint Committee on Defence Industries and Logistics Cooperation
• Edition: 10th

Economy & Banking Current Affairs

18. Government Cuts Import Duty on Major Edible Oils

The Government reduced import duty on major edible oils during the week as part of efforts to provide relief to consumers.

The measure is relevant to questions involving:

• Food inflation
• Import duties
• Consumer prices
• Edible-oil imports

Exam Point

Import duty reduction → intended to lower landed costs and ease consumer prices

19. Public Sector Banks Opened on Sunday, 27 September

In an unusual banking development, Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) were directed to remain open on Sunday, 27 September 2026.

The decision was taken because a proposed nationwide bank strike was scheduled for 28–30 September, immediately after the weekend.

The Reserve Bank of India approved the operation of bank branches, offices, ATM-linked branches and currency chests on 27 September.

Exam Points

• Special working day: 27 September 2026
• Banks covered: PSBs and RRBs
• Approval: RBI
• Reason: Proposed nationwide bank strike

20. RBI's FX Forward Position Reaches Record Level

The Reserve Bank of India's net forward dollar liabilities reached around $200 billion in August 2026, according to reporting based on central-bank data.

The development followed large foreign-currency inflows and RBI liquidity-management operations.

India's foreign-exchange reserves had also risen to record levels during this period.

Exam Concepts to Revise

• Foreign exchange reserves
• Spot market
• Forward market
• Dollar-rupee swap
• Banking liquidity
• RBI intervention

International & Economy Current Affairs

21. India Participates in East Asia Summit Economic Ministers' Meeting

India participated in the 14th East Asia Summit Economic Ministers' Meeting.

India also participated in the:

23rd ASEAN–India Economic Ministers Consultation

The meetings focused on trade, economic cooperation and India's integration with regional and global value chains.

Exam Points

• EAS Economic Ministers Meeting: 14th
• ASEAN–India Economic Ministers Consultation: 23rd
• Focus: Trade and economic cooperation

Environment Current Affairs

22. 4th Eco Warrior Awards 2026

The 4th Eco Warrior Awards and Eco Warrior Conclave were held in New Delhi.

The awards recognised contributions to forest, wildlife and environmental conservation.

Senior IFS officer Brij Kishore Singh (B. K. Singh) received the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Fifteen forest officers were also honoured for their contributions to environmental conservation.

Exam Points

• Awards: 4th Eco Warrior Awards 2026
• Location: New Delhi
• Lifetime Achievement Award: B. K. Singh
• Field: Forest and wildlife conservation

UPSC & Governance

23. UPSC Completes 100 Years

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is marking its centenary in 2026.

UPSC was established in 1926.

A two-day centenary programme is being held on 30 September and 1 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

As part of the centenary celebrations, a commemorative coin, stamp and publication are scheduled to be released on 1 October.

Exam Points

• Organisation: UPSC
• Established: 1926
• Centenary: 2026
• Centenary venue: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
• Constitutional body: Union Public Service Commission

Sports Current Affairs

24. Asian Games 2026 Continues in Aichi-Nagoya

The 20th Asian Games continued during the week in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

The Games run from:

19 September – 4 October 2026

India won medals across athletics, shooting and other disciplines during 24–30 September.

25. Neeru Dhanda Wins Women's Trap Gold

Indian shooter Neeru Dhanda won gold in the Women's Trap event at the Asian Games 2026.

The achievement was particularly significant for India's shooting campaign.

Exam Points

• Athlete: Neeru Dhanda
• Sport: Shooting
• Event: Women's Trap
• Medal: Gold
• Competition: Asian Games 2026

26. India Wins Women's 4×400m Relay Gold

The Indian team of:

• Kiran Pahal
• M. R. Poovamma
• Prachi
• Vithya Ramraj

won gold in the Women's 4×400m Relay.

Exam Points

• Event: Women's 4×400m Relay
• Medal: Gold
• Competition: Asian Games 2026
• Host: Aichi-Nagoya, Japan

27. Gulveer Singh Wins 5000m Bronze

Indian distance runner Gulveer Singh won the bronze medal in the Men's 5000m at the Asian Games.

Exam Points

• Athlete: Gulveer Singh
• Event: Men's 5000m
• Medal: Bronze

28. Pooja Wins Women's High Jump Bronze

Indian athlete Pooja won a bronze medal in the Women's High Jump at the Asian Games 2026.

Exam Points

• Athlete: Pooja
• Event: Women's High Jump
• Medal: Bronze

29. India Wins Men's 4×400m Relay Bronze

The Indian team comprising:

• Dharmveer Chaudhary
• Manu T. S.
• Jay Kumar
• Vishal T. K.

won bronze in the Men's 4×400m Relay.

30. Women's Trap Team Wins Silver

The Indian team of:

• Manisha Keer
• Neeru
• Aashima Ahlawat

won silver in the Women's Trap Team event at the Asian Games.

Important Days: 24–30 September

Most Important One-Liners

1. Green Energy Corridor Phase-III was approved on — 30 September 2026.
2. Total outlay of GEC-III — ₹1,86,405 crore.
3. GEC-III will enable evacuation of up to — 135 GW renewable energy.
4. Battery storage planned under GEC-III — 50 GWh.
5. GEC-III completion target — FY 2032–33.
6. GEC-III supports India's 900 GW non-fossil capacity target for 2035.
7. Arogya Manthan 2026 was inaugurated at — Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
8. Arogya Manthan marked eight years of — AB PM-JAY.
9. It also marked five years of — ABDM.
10. Agnikul Cosmos' launch vehicle is called — Agnibaan.
11. TDB support for Agnikul Cosmos — ₹200 crore.
12. GalaxEye received RDI support of — ₹63.84 crore.
13. KAZIND is conducted between — India and Kazakhstan.
14. VARUNA is a maritime exercise between — India and France.
15. INS Trishul participated in — Exercise VARUNA.
16. INS Sudarshini reached — Alexandria, Egypt.
17. Exercise TARANG SHAKTI is associated with — Indian Air Force.
18. ADMM-Plus maritime activity involved INS — Sahyadri and Kulish.
19. Indian Navy Commanders' Conference began on — 29 September 2026.
20. Venue of Navy Commanders' Conference — Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi.
21. 14th East Asia Summit Economic Ministers' Meeting was held in — 2026.
22. ASEAN–India Economic Ministers Consultation — 23rd edition.
23. 4th Eco Warrior Awards were held in — New Delhi.
24. Eco Warrior Lifetime Achievement Award — B. K. Singh.
25. UPSC was established in — 1926.
26. UPSC completed — 100 years in 2026.
27. UPSC centenary celebrations venue — Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
28. Asian Games 2026 host — Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
29. Women's Trap gold medal winner — Neeru Dhanda.
30. Women's 4×400m Relay gold — India.
31. Gulveer Singh won bronze in — Men's 5000m.
32. World Tourism Day — 27 September.
33. World Rabies Day — 28 September.
34. World Heart Day — 29 September.
35. International Translation Day — 30 September.

Practice MCQs

Q1. What is the total project outlay for Green Energy Corridor Phase-III?

A. ₹86,405 crore B. ₹1,36,378 crore C. ₹1,86,405 crore D. ₹2,00,000 crore

Answer: C. ₹1,86,405 crore

Q2. GEC-III will enable the evacuation of up to how much renewable energy?

A. 100 GW B. 120 GW C. 135 GW D. 150 GW

Answer: C. 135 GW

Q3. How much Battery Energy Storage capacity is included under GEC-III?

A. 20 GWh B. 30 GWh C. 40 GWh D. 50 GWh

Answer: D. 50 GWh

Q4. Exercise KAZIND is conducted between India and:

A. Kyrgyzstan B. Kazakhstan C. Uzbekistan D. Tajikistan

Answer: B. Kazakhstan

Q5. Exercise VARUNA is conducted between India and:

A. Japan B. Australia C. France D. Russia

Answer: C. France

Q6. Which Indian naval ship arrived in Toulon for Exercise VARUNA?

A. INS Vikrant B. INS Trishul C. INS Chennai D. INS Kolkata

Answer: B. INS Trishul

Q7. Which company is developing the Agnibaan launch vehicle?

A. Skyroot Aerospace B. Agnikul Cosmos C. Bellatrix Aerospace D. Pixxel

Answer: B. Agnikul Cosmos

Q8. How much RDI support was announced for Agnikul Cosmos?

A. ₹50 crore B. ₹100 crore C. ₹150 crore D. ₹200 crore

Answer: D. ₹200 crore

Q9. Arogya Manthan 2026 marked eight years of:

A. ABDM B. PM-JAY C. PM-KISAN D. PM-SYM

Answer: B. PM-JAY

Q10. Which organisation proposed stricter rules regarding products labelled "Paneer"?

A. BIS B. FSSAI C. ICMR D. NITI Aayog

Answer: B. FSSAI

Q11. Who won Women's Trap gold for India at the Asian Games 2026?

A. Manu Bhaker B. Neeru Dhanda C. Manisha Keer D. Aashima Ahlawat

Answer: B. Neeru Dhanda

Q12. Gulveer Singh won an Asian Games medal in which event?

A. 1500m B. 3000m C. 5000m D. 10,000m

Answer: C. 5000m

Q13. Where are the 2026 Asian Games being held?

A. Tokyo B. Seoul C. Aichi-Nagoya D. Osaka

Answer: C. Aichi-Nagoya

Q14. Who received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 4th Eco Warrior Awards?

A. B. K. Singh B. R. K. Singh C. Ajay Kumar D. Sanjay Kumar

Answer: A. B. K. Singh

Q15. UPSC was established in which year?

A. 1919 B. 1926 C. 1935 D. 1950

Answer: B. 1926

Q16. UPSC is celebrating its centenary in:

A. 2025 B. 2026 C. 2027 D. 2030

Answer: B. 2026

Q17. World Tourism Day is observed on:

A. 25 September B. 26 September C. 27 September D. 28 September

Answer: C. 27 September

Q18. World Heart Day is observed on:

A. 27 September B. 28 September C. 29 September D. 30 September

Answer: C. 29 September

Q19. Exercise TARANG SHAKTI is associated primarily with:

A. Indian Army B. Indian Navy C. Indian Air Force D. Indian Coast Guard

Answer: C. Indian Air Force

Q20. INS Sudarshini visited which Egyptian city during Lokayan 26?

A. Cairo B. Alexandria C. Luxor D. Port Said

Answer: B. Alexandria

Quick Revision Table

5 Facts to Definitely Remember for Exams

1. GEC-III → ₹1,86,405 crore → 135 GW → 50 GWh

2. KAZIND → India + Kazakhstan

3. VARUNA → India + France

4. Agnibaan → Agnikul Cosmos

5. UPSC → Established 1926 → Centenary 2026

Sources

This weekly current-affairs compilation was prepared using information available through 30 September 2026, primarily from:

• Press Information Bureau (PIB), Government of India
• Ministry of Defence
• Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
• Department of Science & Technology
• Ministry of Commerce & Industry
• Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change
• Reserve Bank of India
• Olympics / Asian Games reporting
• Reuters

Current Affairs Period: 24 September 2026 – 30 September 2026

Last Updated: 30 September 2026

Editorial Note: Figures, awards, sporting results and government decisions in this article are limited to developments confirmed by the end of 30 September 2026. Events scheduled for October are identified as upcoming rather than completed.