The most important current affairs of 23 September 2026, curated for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams.
1. Opposition Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Removal Over Poll Roll Disputes
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Opposition seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s removal after Election Commissioners dissent over centralised poll roll database, illegal Form 6 changes, and voter remov
2. Uttarakhand Contaminated Water Deaths: Govt Orders 15-Day Verification of Water Schemes
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Uttarakhand govt orders 15-day physical verification of water supply schemes after contaminated water deaths in Nainital. PCB to test water quality amid healt
3. Andhra Pradesh to get 4 new Police Commissionerates: Key details for IBPS, SSC exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Andhra Pradesh Cabinet approves 4 new Police Commissionerates in Rajamahendravaram, Guntur, Tirupati & Kurnool. Key for Polity section in Banking, SSC & RBI G
4. DRDO seizes 86 live Tokay Geckos in Assam wildlife trafficking crackdown
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
DRI Assam busts wildlife trafficking racket, seizes 86 live Tokay Geckos under Wildlife Protection Act 1972; two arrested. Know CITES & Schedule I implication
5. ₹2,186 crore dues from Centre worsen Karnataka panchayats’ financial crisis
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Karnataka’s Rural Development Minister alleges Centre withheld ₹2,186.20 crore recommended by 15th Finance Commission for gram panchayats in 2025-26, citing t
6. Refinery Sector’s Net-Zero Push vs Energy Security: Key Challenges Explained
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: International Relations
India’s refinery sector must balance energy security with net-zero goals amid geopolitical crude disruptions. Industry leaders discuss renewable energy, carbo
7. Marellapadu Lift Irrigation Scheme: Godavari Water Boosts 23,000 Acres in AP
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Andhra Pradesh inaugurates Marellapadu lift irrigation scheme, releasing Godavari water to irrigate 4,300 acres initially, expanding to 23,000 acres under SRL
8. HP Govt Enhances Bal Paushtik Aahar Yojana: Eggs/Fruits Twice Weekly for 5.5L Students
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Himachal Pradesh expands Mukhyamantri Bal Paushtik Aahar Yojana to provide eggs or fruits twice weekly to 5.5 lakh students in government schools. Know key up
9. Supreme Court Slams Rajasthan Over Forest Ranger’s Death, Demands Action on Illegal Mining
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Supreme Court seeks Rajasthan government report on Forest Ranger Pratap Singh Chundawat’s death, directs strict action against illegal mining and organized cr
10. Kerala to Distribute ₹1,068.79 Crore Pensions from Sept 24: Key Facts for Bank Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy
Kerala government to distribute ₹1,068.79 crore pensions from Sept 24. ₹957.93 crore for social security, ₹110.86 crore for welfare fund. Direct bank transfer
11. CPI(M) Demands Drought Declaration for Anantapur in Andhra Pradesh
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy
CPI(M) urges Centre to declare Anantapur (Andhra Pradesh) as drought-hit amid severe crop loss, water scarcity & ₹20,000 crore relief demand. Key for Bank PO,
12. Bihar Launches Single Window Portal for 62 Business Services: Key for Banking Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Bihar govt launches revamped Single Window Clearance Portal for 62 services across 9 departments. Know how it simplifies business approvals for SSC, IBPS & RB
13. RBI to Conduct VRRR Auction on Sept 24, 2026: Key Details for Bank Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy
RBI to conduct Overnight Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction on Sept 24, 2026, for ₹1.25 lakh crore. Know key facts for Bank PO, SSC, RBI Grade B exams.
14. Defence Ministry signs ₹811 Cr deal for 160 SAT-SAAW for IAF under ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ drive
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Security
Defence Ministry signs ₹811 Cr pact with BDL for 160 SAT-SAAW (Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons) to boost IAF’s strike capability. DRDO-developed, 60% indigenous,
15. DMK Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation Over SIR Exercise Controversy
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Security
DMK president Stalin demands immediate resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over SIR exercise irregularities. Key facts: Alleged unilateral decisions, objections
16. El Niño Threat: 15,800 Deaths in India by 2027 – Exam Alert for Banking/SSC Aspirants
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
El Niño may cause 15,800 heat-related deaths in India by Feb 2027. Study warns of 1.2°C global temp rise, extreme heat days. Key for UPSC, IBPS, RBI Grade B e
17. Supreme Court Urges Lok Sabha Speaker on TMC Rebel MPs Disqualification Case
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Supreme Court directs Lok Sabha Speaker to expedite decision on TMC rebel MPs’ disqualification under 10th Schedule. Key facts, legal implications, and exam r
18. Supreme Court Divided Over CEC Appointment Law: 5-Judge Bench Proposal Rejected
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Supreme Court split on CEC and EC appointment law; one judge rejected 5-judge bench proposal, another approved it. CJI to decide on larger bench. Know key fac
19. US Secures Greenland Defence Deal: Key for Banking & SSC Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Security
US signs Greenland defence deal with Denmark & Greenland to expand military presence at Pituffik Space Base & set up new defence areas. Key for NATO, Arctic s
20. Xi-Trump Summit 2026: Key Agenda for Banking & SSC Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: International Relations
Xi Jinping meets Trump in Washington for rare summit to discuss trade, AI, Ukraine war & US-Taiwan ties. Key for Banking/SSC/RBI Grade B exams.
21. SC Slams Odisha & Centre for ‘Premeditated Collusion’ in DGP Appointment
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: General Studies
Supreme Court exposes collusion between Odisha govt and Centre in DGP appointment, violating Prakash Singh guidelines. Key details on integrity certificate wi
22. India-Sri Lanka Naval Exercise SLINEX-26: Key Highlights for Banking & SSC Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: International Relations
India & Sri Lanka concluded 13th SLINEX-26 naval exercise in Visakhapatnam. Know key features, phases, and its significance for UPSC, Banking & SSC exams.
23. RBI to Sell ₹25,000 Cr Govt Securities via OMO on Sep 28, 2026
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy
RBI announces OMO sale of ₹25,000 crore Government of India securities on September 28, 2026. Key details, auction process, and eligibility for banking exam a
24. Supreme Court Split Verdict on CEC, EC Appointment Law: Key Analysis for Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Supreme Court delivers split verdict on CEC, EC appointment law; Justice Datta rejects plea, Justice Sharma favours Constitution Bench referral. Key for Banki
25. Karnataka Forms SIT to Probe Fraudulent Insurance Claims as per SC Order
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Karnataka government forms SIT under BNSS 2023 to investigate fraudulent insurance claims, as directed by Supreme Court. Key details on jurisdiction, team str
26. Tamil Nadu defers expansion of Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme to Sept 22
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Tamil Nadu govt deferred Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme expansion to Sept 22 due to CM’s London visit. Exceptions: Chengalpattu & Tiruppur under Mo
27. Akhilesh Yadav Slams EC Over Unconstitutional Govt Formation Claims
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Akhilesh Yadav alleges EC’s internal dissent on SIR process makes governments ‘unconstitutional’. Know key objections raised by EC members and SP’s allegation
28. Supreme Court Questions Muslim Inheritance Rights for Women Under Personal Law
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Supreme Court seeks Centre’s response on PIL challenging Muslim Personal Law’s gender-biased inheritance rules. Key question: Should Muslim women get equal ri
29. NIRF Rankings 2026: Key Changes & Impact on Higher Education & Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
NIRF rankings 2026 updated methodology, parameters, and critiques. Understand its impact on higher education, exams, and academic integrity for Bank PO, SSC,
30. Bengaluru firm’s AI combat aircraft completes 100-hour flight test milestone
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Security
India’s first indigenous AI-powered Kaal Bhairava Lite UAV completes 100-hour flight tests, designed for 1,000+ km range, ISR & precision strikes. DGCA-certif
31. ECI Clarifies Unanimous Decisions Amid Commissioners’ Objections on Voter Rolls
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
ECI states final decisions on electoral rolls were unanimous despite internal objections from two Commissioners. Know key facts on ECI rift, statutory procedu
32. Kerala CM’s Police Probe into CMRL Case: CPI(M) Alleges BJP Conspiracy
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Kerala CM orders police probe into CMRL payoff case involving CPI(M) leaders. CPI(M) alleges probe is BJP-backed to weaken opposition. ED report triggers poli
33. Supreme Court Forms 5-Judge Bench to Examine CEC, ECs Appointment Law
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Supreme Court refers pleas challenging 2023 law on CEC, ECs appointments to a 5-judge Constitution bench. Key facts, legal implications, and exam-relevant ana
34. Odisha Welfare Fraud: 2,000 Fake Marriages Exposed in Nirman Shramik Scheme
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Odisha’s Nirman Shramik Scheme faces audit fraud: 2,000 fake marriage records manipulated to claim ₹6.29 crore in welfare aid. Key findings on system flaws an
35. President Murmu Highlights Women’s Workforce Participation Gap Despite Academic Achievements
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Society
President Murmu highlights the gap between women’s high academic achievements and low workforce participation in India, emphasizing their role in nation-build
36. Election Commission Rejects Dissent Report: Full Commission’s Unanimous Decision Explained
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Election Commission dismisses dissent report, citing unanimous full commission decisions. Key insights for Banking/SSC/RBI Grade B exams on governance and ele
37. Special Campaign 6: Textile Ministry to Focus on E-Waste & Pending Files from Oct 2026
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Textile Ministry’s Special Campaign 6 (Oct 2026) targets e-waste management, pending files cleanup, and office hygiene. Know key phases, objectives, and past
38. 5 Crore Indian Schoolchildren Still Lack Sanitation: UN Report 2025
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
UN report reveals 50 million Indian schoolchildren lack sanitation services, highest globally. India sees 14% reduction but lags in hygiene access, per SDG 20
39. Centre Tells SC: Policy Blocks Disability Pension for Outboarded Cadets
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Centre informs SC that existing policy prevents disability pension for outboarded military cadets, citing medical board assessments. Key for UPSC, IBPS, SSC a
40. Rahul Gandhi Slams EC Over SIR Process: 14 Objections Raised by 2 Election Commissioners
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Rahul Gandhi accused EC of vote theft via SIR process after 2 election commissioners raised 14 objections. SIR removed 13 crore names from voter lists. Key fo
41. RBI Auction Results: 91, 182 & 364-Day T-Bill Cut-off Yields for 2026 Exam Aspirants
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently announced the auction results for 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day Treasury Bills (T-Bills) with a total notified face value of ₹9,000 crore, ₹8,000 crore, and ₹7,000 crore respectively. The cut-off prices for these T-Bills were ₹98.6740 (yielding 5.39%), ₹97.1800 (yielding 5.82%), and ₹94.2749 (yielding 6.09%), with the entire notified amount accepted in each case. Such auctions are critical for assessing market liquidity and the government’s short-term borrowing costs, making them highly relevant for candidates preparing for banking exams like IBPS, SBI, and RBI Grade B, where questions on monetary policy, fiscal instruments, and financial markets are common.
For SSC aspirants, understanding T-Bill auctions provides insight into government debt management and its impact on inflation and interest rates, which are often tested in General Awareness sections. RBI Grade B officers, in particular, need to grasp these mechanisms as they directly influence liquidity operations and monetary policy decisions. The clear acceptance of the entire notified amount indicates strong investor demand, reflecting confidence in sovereign paper, a key indicator for macroeconomic stability.
Source: RBI
42. MHA & DARPG’s Special Campaign 6: Key Focus Areas for Banking & SSC Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
MHA and DARPG launch Special Campaign 6 (Sep-Oct 2026) to reduce pending cases, promote cleanliness, and improve governance. Know key details for Banking/SSC/
43. Indian Railways launches KAVACH 4.0 on South Central Railway: A major boost to rail safety
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Security
Indian Railways successfully deploys KAVACH 4.0 on 108 km Malkajgiri-Kamareddi section of South Central Railway, enhancing train safety with advanced tech. Ke
44. Kapil Sibal Demands CEC Suspension Over SIR 14 Objections: Key Facts
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy
Kapil Sibal seeks suspension of CEC Gyanesh Kumar and FIR over SIR 14 objections. Two ECs raised 14 objections in 10 months. Know the constitutional implicati
45. Election Commission Row: 2 Members Opposed Poll Panel Steps, Sparks Row
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Two Election Commissioners allegedly opposed recent poll panel actions, sparking a political row. Opposition targets EC member Gyanesh Kumar amid governance c
46. KPSC Scandal: Shivakumar Considers Closing Commission Amid Probe
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Karnataka CM D K Shivakumar considers closing KPSC amid High Court-ordered SIT probe into recruitment scams, including illegal appointments and veterinary doc
47. Opposition Demands Removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar Over Poll Panel Autocracy Claims
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Opposition alleges Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar destroyed EC credibility after Election Commissioners objected 14 times to SIR rollout decisions
48. Opposition Slams ECI Over ‘Invisible Hand’ in Commissioners’ SIR Report
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Opposition questions Election Commission of India (ECI) after a report highlights ‘invisible hand’ influencing commissioners’ SIR concerns. Key for UPSC, RBI
49. Bihar Launches Solar Scheme: 25K Families to Get Rooftop Solar Subsidy
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Bihar CM launches Solar Promotion Scheme for 25,000 families under PM Surya Ghar Yojana. 534 blocks to get solar marts for renewable energy push.
50. Himachal Pradesh Leads in Ayush Adoption: 57.2% Households Use Ayurveda, Survey Reveals
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Himachal Pradesh tops India with 57.2% households using Ayush treatments, per 2022-23 survey. Know key findings, benefits, and exam-relevant insights for bank
51. Amaravati Regional Summit 2026: Key for Banking Jobs & SSC Exams (IR Focus)
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: International Relations
Amaravati Regional Summit on Oct 16 to boost local industries before CII Visakhapatnam summit. Key for banking, SSC, RBI Grade B exams with IR & MSME insights
52. Gwalior Women Protest Against Liquor Shops, Reject Ladli Behna Yojana Funds
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Gwalior women protest liquor shops, block roads, reject Ladli Behna Yojana funds citing family ruin. Police intervene as women demand immediate closure of liq
53. Shah Commission Report on Emergency: Missing for Decades, Rediscovered in 2026
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Shah Commission report on 1975 Emergency, submitted in 1978, went missing after Indira Gandhi’s return to power. Rediscovered in 2026, detailing excesses like
54. KPSC Challenges Prosecution Sanction in Kerala High Court Over Irregularities in State Planning Board Appointment
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Kerala Public Service Commission challenges Kerala High Court over prosecution sanction for alleged irregularities in Kerala State Planning Board Chief appoin
55. Himachal Pradesh Leads in Digital Payments: Bilaspur Tops, Women’s Participation Rises
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Himachal Pradesh reports 89.19% digital payment adoption with Bilaspur leading. 93.34% women account holders engage in digital transactions ahead of new UPI r
56. Shah Commission Exposes MISA Abuse Against DMK During Emergency
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Shah Commission report reveals 1,027 MISA detentions in Tamil Nadu during Emergency, with 570 opposition members, including 419 DMK affiliates. Key polity ins
57. Supreme Court Slams Exorbitant Drug Pricing as ‘Extortion’, Calls for Price Control
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Supreme Court labels exorbitant drug pricing as ‘extortion’, highlights 10x MRP markup, urges govt to bring all medicines under price control and expand Jan A
58. UN’s Failure in Peacekeeping: Erdoğan Slams Security Council at UNGA 81
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Turkish President Erdoğan criticizes UN’s inability to maintain peace, citing 60+ conflicts in 2025-26. Calls for Security Council reform and equal internatio
59. PM Memorabilia E-Auction 2026: Assam’s Cultural Heritage & Artifacts Highlighted
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Art & Culture
Explore Assam’s vibrant traditions in PM Memorabilia E-Auction 2026. Discover 1,498 cultural artifacts including handloom, bamboo crafts, and historical memor
60. Haifa Day 2026: Mysore Lancers’ WWI Legacy & Basra Memorial Crisis
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: History & Culture
Explore the historic role of Mysore Lancers in WWI’s Haifa liberation and the distressing deterioration of Basra War Memorial, where 40,500 Commonwealth soldi
61. NCST delegation meets Tamil Nadu CM Vijay: Key discussions on tribal welfare
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
NCST Chairperson Antar Singh Arya and members met Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to discuss tribal welfare schemes, tribal rights, and implementation of constitutional p
62. Supreme Court Receives SIT Report on Lucknow Fire Tragedy: 51 Illegal Buildings Identified
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Supreme Court receives SIT report on Lucknow’s Aliganj fire tragedy, identifies 51 illegal buildings; next hearing on Nov 23. Key facts for Bank PO, SSC & RBI
63. Kerala Battles Rising Antimicrobial Resistance: Key Findings from 2025 Report
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
The latest report from Kerala Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Network (KARS-Net) reveals a concerning rise in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) across the state, with drug-resistant bacteria now prevalent in both hospital and community settings. The 2025 data, covering 65,849 patient isolates, highlights alarming resistance levels in key pathogens like *E. coli* (73% ESBL producers), *Klebsiella* (43% carbapenem-resistant), and *Staphylococcus aureus* (33% MRSA). The report underscores the urgent need for stricter antibiotic stewardship, as resistance to last-resort drugs like carbapenems and colistin is emerging, posing severe public health risks. For banking and SSC aspirants, this underscores the importance of governance frameworks in tackling health crises, while RBI Grade B candidates should note how AMR could strain healthcare infrastructure, impacting economic productivity and fiscal policies.
The Kerala model, with its robust surveillance system integrated into national and global networks, offers a blueprint for other states. However, the persistence of high resistance rates despite expanded data collection signals a gap between monitoring and action. For banking exams, this highlights the role of data-driven policymaking, while SSC aspirants should recognize AMR as a governance challenge requiring inter-sectoral coordination. RBI Grade B candidates may consider the macroeconomic implications, such as increased healthcare costs and reduced workforce productivity, which could influence monetary and fiscal strategies in the long term.
Source: The Hindu
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