The most important current affairs of 26 September 2026, curated for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams.
1. PM Smriti-Chinh E-Auction 2026: Maharashtra’s Heritage & Art in Focus for Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Art & Culture
The ‘पीएम स्मृति-चिन्ह ई-नीलामी 2026’ is set to feature 89 memorabilia from Maharashtra, showcasing its rich cultural heritage, historical legacy, artistic traditions, and contemporary achievements. The collection highlights diverse aspects such as sculptures, paintings, religious artifacts, sports memorabilia, and scale models of infrastructure projects like the Vadhavan Port and Navi Mumbai International Airport. A key focus is the enduring legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, represented through various art forms, including silver statues, wood carvings, and a model of the Raigad Fort’s Meghdambari. The collection also reflects Maharashtra’s spiritual traditions, with artifacts depicting saints like Tukaram and Jnaneshwar, and tribal art forms like Warli paintings, which blend geometric patterns with rural life and festivals. These memorabilia not only preserve cultural identity but also underscore the state’s contributions to India’s social and intellectual heritage, featuring figures like Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Lokmanya Tilak.
For aspirants preparing for Bank PO, IBPS, SBI, RBI Grade B, and SSC exams, this initiative is significant as it ties into the broader syllabus of Art & Culture, governance, and socio-economic development. Questions on cultural heritage, government schemes, and national symbols often appear in these exams, making it essential to understand such initiatives. The inclusion of infrastructure models like the Vadhavan Port aligns with topics on economic development and flagship programs like ‘Make in India,’ while the depiction of Warli art and tribal leaders like Birsa Munda can be relevant for questions on tribal culture and constitutional provisions. Additionally, the mention of Paralympic achievements highlights India’s growing prominence in sports, a topic that may appear in general awareness sections. Understanding the cultural and developmental aspects of such initiatives can provide aspirants with a competitive edge in both prelims and mains examinations.
Source: PIB (Press Information Bureau)
2. Sheep & Goat Insurance Scheme Launched in Karimnagar: Key Benefits for Shepherds
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Telangana launches ₹13/year sheep & goat insurance scheme with ₹5 lakh life cover. Know eligibility, loan waiver & welfare measures for shepherds under Indira
3. ECI’s SIR Clarification: Naidu Slams Attempts to Undermine India’s Electoral Integrity
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Security
ECI’s unanimous clarification on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls reaffirms India’s electoral integrity. AP CM Naidu condemns attempts to u
4. Rayalaseema to get ₹1 lakh-crore horticulture boost: Govt & private investment plan
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: General Studies
Rayalaseema to become global horticulture hub with ₹1 lakh-crore project; ₹40,000 crore govt investment, ₹60,000 crore private funds, 150,000+ hectares under
5. CPI Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation Over Alleged BJP Ties
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy
CPI leader Binoy Viswam demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over alleged BJP ties after former Kerala Chief Secretary Jiji Thomson’s claim of inducement i
6. Supreme Court Warns Against ‘Superior’ CEC Undermining Election Commissioners
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Supreme Court’s 1991 ruling warns against a ‘superior’ CEC making Election Commissioners non-functional, citing risks to democratic rule. Key for Banking, SSC
7. EC Clarifies: Poll Commissioners’ Letters to Cabinet Secretary Not a Policy Issue
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Election Commission clarifies letters to Cabinet Secretary by poll commissioners were not on policy but procedural matters, key for UPSC, SSC & RBI Grade B ex
8. Vulture Survey Launched in Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary for Conservation
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Two-day vulture survey begins in Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary to document status of White-rumped, Red-headed & Indian Vultures ahead of Wildlife Week 2026.
9. Supreme Court Upholds Form 6 Changes: EC Clarifies SIR Unanimity
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Supreme Court upholds Form 6 changes for voter list updates. Election Commission confirms SIR decisions were unanimously approved amid dissent row. Key for Ba
10. EC Clarifies SIR Decisions Unanimous, No Policy Disputes in Cab Secy Letter
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Election Commission confirms all Special Intensive Revision (SIR) decisions were unanimously approved. Disputes over Form 6 and IT officer oversight clarified
11. Tamil Nadu SC/ST Commission Orders Removal of Caste Names from Public Places
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Tamil Nadu SC/ST Commission directs Collectors to remove caste names from roads, streets, and waterbodies within a month. Madras HC upheld the order in 2025.
12. US-China AI Hotline: Xi-Trump Summit’s ‘Super Intelligence’ Deal Explained for Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: International Relations
US and China agree to launch an AI hotline and dialogue on AI risks during Xi-Trump summit. Key outcomes include ‘super intelligence’ cooperation and $30B tar
13. Amit Shah Launches She-Mart & NCCF Schemes in Kerala: Key for Banking & SSC Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Amit Shah launched She-Mart initiative & NCCF schemes in Kerala to empower rural women entrepreneurs. Key for Banking, SSC, RBI Grade B exams. Details inside.
14. Indian Non-Profits Struggle with Digital Maturity & AI Adoption: D4NP Report 2026
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Indian non-profits score below 50% on digital maturity, miss $10K monthly ad grants, lag in AI adoption despite growing interest in LLMs for reports and marke
15. Telangana Senior Citizens Join Swachh Bharat Mission in Adilabad
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Senior citizens at SADS Old Age Home, Adilabad participated in Swachh Bharat Mission, reinforcing community participation and cleanliness. Know key highlights
16. Minority Affairs Ministry Partners with IISc, IITs for Skill & Infrastructure Boost
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Minority Affairs Ministry signed MoUs with IISc, IITs, IIMs to strengthen infrastructure, entrepreneurship & PM VIKAS monitoring for minority communities. Key
17. Hybrid Solar Systems in PM Surya Ghar Scheme: Power Backup for ACs During Outages
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Know how hybrid solar systems under PM Surya Ghar Scheme 2.0 provide uninterrupted AC power during electricity cuts. Explore benefits, battery backup & eligib
18. Ganga Pump Canal Scheme Fails After 32 Years, 36 Crore Rupees Wasted: Farmers Demand Rebuild
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
32 years, ₹36.5 crore spent, yet Ganga Pump Canal Scheme fails in trial. Farmers demand reconstruction for 3,500 hectares of parched farmland in Bihar.
19. Department of Chemicals Launches Special Campaign 6.0 for E-Waste & Workplace Efficiency
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Chemicals & Petrochemicals Dept to launch Special Campaign 6.0 from Oct 2-31, 2026, focusing on e-waste disposal, cleanliness & workplace efficiency. Know key
20. Special Campaign 6: Heavy Industry Ministry’s Push for E-Waste & Cleanliness
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
The Heavy Industries Ministry (MHI) and its Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) along with autonomous bodies are gearing up for Special Campaign 6.0 (SCDPM 6), focusing on reducing pending cases, improving workplace management, and prioritizing efficient e-waste collection, segregation, and disposal. From 15 to 30 September 2026, the ministry and its entities are reviewing old physical and electronic files, identifying unused items, scrap, and e-waste, and taking steps for their proper disposal. This initiative aims to free up office space, enhance record management, and promote cleaner and more organized workplaces. The campaign also emphasizes e-waste management, aligning with the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, ensuring responsible disposal practices across MHI’s offices and industrial units.
This initiative holds significant relevance for banking, SSC, and RBI Grade B exam aspirants, particularly in governance and polity sections. It highlights the government’s commitment to administrative reforms, waste management, and sustainability, which are key themes in public policy discussions. Questions may arise on CPSEs, autonomous bodies, and their roles in governance, as well as the implementation of government campaigns like SCDPM 6.0. Understanding such initiatives helps aspirants grasp the functioning of public sector undertakings and the government’s efforts toward efficiency and environmental responsibility, which are often tested in competitive exams.
Source: PIB (Press Information Bureau)
21. NSS launches ‘Mera Swasthya, Mera Gaurav’ to promote drug-free youth health
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
NSS under MYAS conducted ‘Mera Swasthya, Mera Gaurav’ health drives across 167 institutes with 1.75L participants; 48,556 youth health checked under Nasha Muk
22. PSA Reviews RUTAG 2.0 Projects at IIT Roorkee: Key Highlights for Banking & SSC Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
PSA Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood reviewed RUTAG 2.0 projects at IIT Roorkee. Know key focus areas, rural tech impact, and exam-relevant insights for Bank PO, SSC & R
23. Odisha Launches E-Portal for Lord Jagannath Land Settlement: Key Features & Updates
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Odisha govt develops e-portal to streamline land settlement for Lord Jagannath’s land, ensuring transparency and faster process for servitors & occupants.
24. Karnataka Rejects Kasturirangan Report: Impact on Western Ghats & Economy
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Karnataka Assembly rejects Kasturirangan Report on Western Ghats citing livelihood concerns. Understand its economic impact, Centre’s role, and future governa
25. AI Breaches Australia’s Medicare Portal: Key Lessons for India’s Cybersecurity
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
AI agent breached Australia’s Medicare portal in June 2026, exposing vulnerabilities. Learn critical cybersecurity lessons for India’s national security and d
26. Super El Nino Linked to 451,000 Excess Deaths: Key Insights for Banking Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Super El Nino caused 451,000 excess deaths globally, reveals study methodology. Understand economic & governance impacts for RBI Grade B, SSC & IBPS exams.
27. Tamil Nadu Minister Supports Transpreneurs at Madurai Summit 2026
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: International Relations
Tamil Nadu MSME Minister P. Mathan Raja assured support to transpersons at the Transpreneur Summit 2026 in Madurai, aiming to boost their business ventures un
28. ECI Faces Allegations Over SIR Irregularities: Ram Madhav’s Bold Claim
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
ECI must address SIR irregularities allegations by Ram Madhav. Know key claims, BJP’s stance, and Opposition’s response in this banking/SSC/RBI Grade B exam-f
29. Rupee Slides 0.7% in September as Crude Spike Overwhelms FCNR(B) Gains
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
RBI report reveals rupee depreciated 0.7% in September due to crude oil spike, reversing earlier gains from $133bn FCNR(B) deposits under RBI’s swap window.
30. Mamata-CPI(M) Alliance Over EC Credibility: Key for Banking Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy
Mamata Banerjee and CPI(M) unite to address Election Commission credibility concerns. Key for UPSC, RBI Grade B, SSC exams. Know the latest political developm
31. UN Warns of War Crimes in West Bank Demolitions: Exam Alert for Banking & SSC Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Science & Technology
UN reports accelerating West Bank demolitions as potential war crimes, displacing 1,500 Palestinians in 2026. Key for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams under I
32. MP High Court Sealed Report on Mihir Bhoj Caste Identity: Key for Banking Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
MP High Court receives sealed report on Emperor Mihir Bhoj’s caste identity—Gujjar vs Kshatriya debate. Crucial for UPSC, RBI Grade B, SSC exams. Details insi
33. MP Govt Promotes 1050 Patwaris to Revenue Inspectors Under Swamitva Scheme
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Madhya Pradesh government promotes 1050 patwaris to Revenue Inspectors under Swamitva Scheme to streamline land records and registration. Know eligibility, be
34. Odisha Minor Pregnancies in Tribal Hostels: 24 Cases in 2 Years, Govt Alert
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance
Odisha reports 24 minor pregnancies in tribal school hostels over 2 years, raising concerns over child safety and governance in tribal welfare schemes.
35. Odisha to Clear Old-Age Pension Dues by October: Key Details for Banking Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy
Odisha government to clear old-age pension arrears of ₹1,000–₹3,500/month for 20.33 lakh IGNOAPS beneficiaries by Oct 2026, addressing 5-month payment delays
36. Karnataka HC Gets 3 New Judges: Governor Swears-In Ceremony Highlights
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot swore in three new judges—Justices Usharani, Bharath Kumar, and Bhavani—for Karnataka High Court on Sep 25, 2026. Know their judi
37. Kerala HC Stays Action Against CPI(M) Leader Over Home Minister’s Defamation Case
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity
Kerala High Court halts coercive action against CPI(M) leader K.S. Arunkumar in a defamation case filed by UDF member over social media comments on Home Minis
38. Swachhata Hi Seva 2026: Textile Ministry Launches Nationwide Cleanliness Campaigns
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Textile Ministry’s Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign under ‘Swachh Bharat Mission’ sees nationwide cleanliness drives, inspections, and public awareness initiat
39. Pension payout split risks hardship for elderly: Rights groups warn State govt
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy
Rights groups oppose Andhra Pradesh’s pension split plan, citing hardship for 2.11 lakh elderly beneficiaries. Know how it impacts banking access and social s
40. Andhra Pradesh Revamps School Textbooks to Break Gender Stereotypes in Education
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Society
Andhra Pradesh’s HRD Minister Nara Lokesh announced revised textbooks for Classes I & II, ensuring 50% household chores are depicted by men & women to challen
41. AYUSH Ministry Resolves 3,100+ Public Grievances Under Special Campaign 6.0
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
AYUSH Ministry resolves 3,100+ public grievances in Special Campaign 6.0 (Nov 2025-Aug 2026), achieving 99% disposal rate. Key focus on citizen-centric govern
42. DRI seizes ₹20.31 crore foreign betel nut & poppy seeds in Assam-Mizoram crackdown
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Revenue Intelligence Directorate (DRI) seized ₹20.31 crore worth of foreign betel nut (1.25 lakh kg) and poppy seeds (41,000 kg) in Assam & Mizoram, arresting
43. APEDA Facilitates GI-Tagged Gulbarga Tur Dal Export to Maldives Boosting Farmer Incomes
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Art & Culture
APEDA helped export 1 metric ton of GI-tagged Gulbarga Tur Dal from Karnataka to Maldives on Sep 24, 2026, raising farmer earnings from ₹60/kg to ₹82/kg. Know
44. AIIA & Army Jointly Plant 10,000 Ashwagandha in Aravali for Exam Prep
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Security
AIIA & 132 Infantry Battalion planted 10,000 Ashwagandha in Aravali for eco-restoration & Ayurveda research. Key for Banking/SSC/RBI Grade B exams.
45. Tamil Nadu’s ‘One Degree Six Skills’ Scheme for UG Students: Key Details for Exams
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Tamil Nadu launches ‘One Degree Six Skills’ scheme for 181 govt colleges. Students to gain 6 job-oriented skills in 3 years. Exam-relevant scheme details for
46. Environment Minister Launches JICA-Collaborated Forest Management Capacity Building Project
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav launched a JICA-supported workshop on ‘Capacity Building for Effective Forest Management’ in Delhi. The 2025-32 pro
47. DDU-GKY 2.0 to Train 70,000 Rural Youths by Oct 2026: Key Facts
Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Rural Development Ministry launches DDU-GKY 2.0 to skill 70,000 rural youths by Oct 2026. Know eligibility, training duration, and state-wise allocations for
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