Daily Current Affairs 24 September 2026: Welcome to today’s exam-focused current affairs roundup covering the most relevant developments from national affairs, government schemes, economy and banking, defence, international relations, science and technology, environment, sports and important appointments/events. The objective is to bring multiple high-value topics into one daily article rather than limiting the page to a single news story.
Daily Current Affairs 24 September 2026 – Key Highlights
| Category | Important Current Affair | Key Fact for Exams |
|---|---|---|
| National | Bharat Taxi launched/expanded in Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Kanpur and Prayagraj |
| Defence | MoD signs SAT-SAAW contract with BDL | ₹810.79 crore; 160 weapons for IAF |
| Defence | SLINEX-26 concludes | India–Sri Lanka bilateral maritime exercise |
| Banking | PSBs and RRBs to remain open on 27 September | Special Sunday working before the scheduled strike period |
| Finance | DRI anti-smuggling operations | Gold, wildlife and firecracker seizures reported by Finance Ministry |
| Environment | World Circular Economy Forum 2026 | Held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, 15–18 September |
| Health | 11th Ayurveda Day | Observed on 23 September 2026 |
| Sports | India wins medals at Asian Games | Shooting, rowing, weightlifting and soft tennis feature in recent results |
1. Bharat Taxi Service Expanded in Uttar Pradesh
The Ministry of Cooperation reported the launch of Bharat Taxi in Uttar Pradesh, with the service rolled out in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Kanpur and Prayagraj. The initiative follows a cooperative model based on the principle of “Driver is the Owner”, with drivers, known as Saarthis, positioned as stakeholders in the service.
According to the Ministry, more than 10 lakh Saarthis had joined Bharat Taxi in six months, around 20,000 rides were being completed each day, and more than ₹100 crore had been credited to Saarthis’ accounts. The programme is therefore relevant to questions on cooperative institutions, platform-based mobility and the broader Sahkar Se Samriddhi approach.
Exam Point: Remember the Ministry of Cooperation, the cooperative ownership model, and the Uttar Pradesh cities covered in the latest expansion. urlOfficial PIB release on Bharat Taxihttps://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetailm.aspx?PRID=2314086&lang=1®=3
2. Defence: ₹810.79 Crore SAT-SAAW Contract for Indian Air Force
The Ministry of Defence signed a contract worth ₹810.79 crore with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for 160 Satellite Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW) and associated equipment for the Indian Air Force. The system has been indigenously designed and developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
The procurement is under the Buy (Indian-IDDM) category and the Ministry has highlighted 60% indigenous content. The platforms cited for the weapon include the Jaguar, Hawk and Su-30 MKI. The announcement is important for questions linking DRDO, defence PSUs, indigenous manufacturing and IAF modernisation.
Exam Point: 160 weapons + ₹810.79 crore + IAF + DRDO + BDL + 60% indigenous content.
urlOfficial PIB release on SAT-SAAW contracthttps://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2313942&lang=1®=48
3. SLINEX-26 India–Sri Lanka Maritime Exercise Concludes
The India–Sri Lanka Bilateral Maritime Exercise, SLINEX-26, concluded at Visakhapatnam. Bilateral military exercises are important for competitive examinations because questions may ask for the participating countries, service branch, edition or location.
For quick revision, remember that SLINEX is the bilateral maritime exercise between India and Sri Lanka. The exercise forms part of the broader maritime-security and defence-cooperation relationship between the two neighbouring countries.
urlPIB current releases – Ministry of Defencehttps://www.pib.gov.in/AllReleasem.aspx?lang=1®=3
4. Banks to Remain Open on Sunday, 27 September 2026
The Ministry of Finance has announced that Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) will function normally on Sunday, 27 September 2026. The stated purpose is to ensure that the banking needs of the public are not adversely affected for an extended period around the scheduled bank strike period.
This is a useful banking-awareness topic for IBPS, SBI, RBI and other banking examinations. Candidates should distinguish between a one-day operational decision and the normal weekly banking holiday framework.
urlPIB releases for 24 September 2026https://www.pib.gov.in/AllReleasem.aspx?lang=1®=3
5. DRI Intensifies Action Against Smuggling
The Department of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), under the Ministry of Finance, reported several enforcement actions. These included seizures involving foreign-origin gold, wildlife and firecrackers. Among the releases listed by PIB were approximately 21 kg of foreign-origin gold valued at ₹32 crore, around 12 kg of foreign-origin gold valued at ₹17 crore, and the seizure of 86 live Tokay Geckos in Assam.
Another reported operation involved the seizure of 10,000 kg of firecrackers worth ₹3 crore at Nhava Sheva port. These cases are relevant for questions on customs enforcement, the DRI, wildlife trafficking and cross-border smuggling.
Exam Point: DRI = Directorate of Revenue Intelligence; it functions under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance.
6. World Circular Economy Forum 2026
The World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2026 was held at Gandhinagar, Gujarat, from 15 to 18 September 2026. The forum was organised around the theme “Circular Economy: Transition for People and Prosperity.”
PIB reported participation by more than 3,600 stakeholders from 62 countries, with 135 national and international exhibitors. The event brought together policymakers, businesses, researchers, entrepreneurs and other stakeholders around circular solutions, reuse, resource efficiency and extended producer responsibility.
Static GK Link: A circular economy aims to reduce waste and maximise the useful life of products and materials through approaches such as reuse, repair, recovery and recycling.
urlOfficial PIB release on WCEF 2026https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2310349&lang=1®=48
7. 11th Ayurveda Day Observed
India observed the 11th Ayurveda Day on 23 September 2026. The Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs and institutions under the Ministry of Ayush were among those associated with events marking the occasion. Ayurveda-related current affairs can appear in questions on traditional systems of medicine, government initiatives, health policy and important days.
Remember: Ayurveda is one of the recognised traditional systems under the broader AYUSH framework. Competitive-exam questions may ask about the Ministry of Ayush, Ayurveda Day or related government programmes.
8. Asian Games 2026: Indian Athletes Continue to Add Medals
Recent Asian Games updates have produced several important Indian medal-related current affairs. The Prime Minister’s Office reported congratulations for Indian athletes including Anantjeet Singh Naruka, Bhavtegh Singh Gill and Mairaj Ahmad Khan for winning bronze in the Men’s Skeet Team event.
Other recent Indian results highlighted by the PMO include Mirabai Chanu’s silver medal in women’s 49 kg weightlifting, Jay Meena’s bronze in men’s individual soft tennis, and a bronze for Parinaaz Dhaliwal, Maheshwari Chauhan and Raiza Dhillon in women’s skeet team competition.
Exam Point: When preparing sports current affairs, learn the athlete + event + medal combination rather than memorising only the medal count.
urlPM India update on the Men’s Skeet Team medalhttps://www.pmindia.gov.in/en/news_updates/pm-congratulates-anantjeet-singh-naruka-bhavtegh-singh-gill-and-mairaj-ahmad-khan-on-winning-bronze-medal-in-mens-skeet-team-event-at-asian-games/
9. President of India: Important Events and Constitutional Office
The PIB daily release list for 24 September includes engagements of the President of India, including the 75th annual convocation of Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda and the launch of a campaign associated with the Brahma Kumaris in Vadodara, Gujarat.
For static GK, remember that the President is the constitutional head of the Union and that the President’s Secretariat issues official information relating to presidential engagements.
10. Economy and Financial Administration
Current economic and financial affairs remain high-yield areas for banking and government-exam preparation. The 24 September PIB release list includes the BRICS Heads of Tax Authorities Meeting in New Delhi, along with investor-related activity of the National Land Monetisation Corporation (NLMC) and enforcement actions by DRI.
These developments connect current affairs with static concepts such as taxation, customs administration, public-sector asset monetisation and international economic cooperation.
11. Science, Technology and Space: What to Watch
Recent September developments also keep space technology, electronics, semiconductors and advanced technology prominent in the current-affairs cycle. PIB’s September features include a backgrounder on India’s electronics and semiconductor ambitions, while recent space-sector updates have highlighted efforts to strengthen India’s space capabilities and tracking infrastructure.
For examinations, candidates should track the organisation, project or mission, location, objective and key technology rather than relying on headlines alone.
urlPIB September 2026 features and backgroundershttps://www.pib.gov.in/viewfeatures.aspx?lang=1®=3
12. International Affairs: BRICS and India’s Global Engagement
India’s 2026 BRICS Chairship remains an important international-relations theme. PIB has stated that India is set to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on 12–13 September 2026, with the chairship theme focused on Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.
For competitive exams, revise the BRICS members, the significance of India’s 2026 chairship, the summit venue and the major themes discussed during the year.
urlPIB BRICS 2026 backgrounderhttps://www.pib.gov.in/PressNoteDetails.aspx?ModuleId=3&NoteId=159946&lang=1®=3
Important Static GK Connections
- DRDO: India’s principal organisation for defence research and development.
- BDL: Defence public-sector enterprise involved in manufacturing missile and weapon systems.
- DRI: Directorate of Revenue Intelligence under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance.
- SLINEX: India–Sri Lanka bilateral maritime exercise.
- WCEF: World Circular Economy Forum, focused on circular-economy solutions.
- AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy.
- BRICS: A major grouping for cooperation among emerging economies and other participating members.
Current Affairs 24 September 2026 – Most Expected MCQs
- Bharat Taxi was recently expanded to which Indian state?
A. Rajasthan B. Uttar Pradesh C. Bihar D. Gujarat
Answer: B. Uttar Pradesh - How many SAT-SAAW weapons are covered by the latest MoD contract?
A. 100 B. 120 C. 160 D. 200
Answer: C. 160 - Which organisation developed SAT-SAAW?
A. ISRO B. DRDO C. HAL D. BEL
Answer: B. DRDO - Which company will manufacture the SAT-SAAW systems under the latest contract?
A. BDL B. HAL C. BEL D. MDL
Answer: A. BDL - SLINEX is a bilateral maritime exercise between India and which country?
A. Bangladesh B. Sri Lanka C. Indonesia D. Maldives
Answer: B. Sri Lanka - Where was WCEF 2026 held?
A. Gandhinagar B. Mumbai C. Bengaluru D. Hyderabad
Answer: A. Gandhinagar - On which date were PSBs and RRBs announced to remain open in September 2026?
A. 25 September B. 26 September C. 27 September D. 30 September
Answer: C. 27 September - Who won bronze in the Men’s Skeet Team event highlighted in the latest PMO update?
A. Anantjeet Singh Naruka, Bhavtegh Singh Gill and Mairaj Ahmad Khan
B. Neeraj Chopra, Mirabai Chanu and Manu Bhaker
C. Jay Meena, Satnam Singh and Salman Khan
D. None of the above
Answer: A - Which department is associated with the recent gold-smuggling seizures?
A. SEBI B. DRI C. TRAI D. CAG
Answer: B. DRI - India’s 2026 BRICS chairship theme includes which set of words?
A. Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability
B. Peace, Security, Trade and Defence
C. Growth, Banking, Agriculture and Tourism
D. Technology, Space, Sports and Culture
Answer: A
One-Minute Revision Capsule
24 September 2026 Current Affairs: Bharat Taxi expanded in Uttar Pradesh; MoD signed a ₹810.79 crore contract with BDL for 160 SAT-SAAW weapons for the IAF; SLINEX-26 concluded at Visakhapatnam; PSBs and RRBs are to remain open on 27 September; DRI reported major anti-smuggling seizures; WCEF 2026 was held in Gandhinagar; Ayurveda Day was observed on 23 September; and Indian athletes continued to feature prominently in Asian Games medal updates.
Why This Daily Current Affairs Format Matters for Exams
Daily current affairs questions in SSC, Banking, SBI, IBPS, RBI, UPSC, Railways, Defence and State PSC examinations are rarely restricted to one sector. A strong preparation routine therefore needs a balanced mix of national news, schemes, economy, banking, defence, international relations, science, environment and sports.
This page is designed as a daily revision hub: first read the headlines, then revise the key facts table, and finally attempt the MCQs. Candidates preparing for mains examinations can additionally use the “why it matters” portions to build analytical understanding.
Official Sources
- urlPress Information Bureau – All Releases, 24 September 2026https://www.pib.gov.in/AllReleasem.aspx?lang=1®=3
- urlMinistry of Cooperation – Bharat Taxi releasehttps://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetailm.aspx?PRID=2314086&lang=1®=3
- urlMinistry of Defence – SAT-SAAW contract releasehttps://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2313942&lang=1®=48
- urlWorld Circular Economy Forum 2026 – PIBhttps://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2310349&lang=1®=48
- urlPM India – Asian Games medal updatehttps://www.pmindia.gov.in/en/news_updates/pm-congratulates-anantjeet-singh-naruka-bhavtegh-singh-gill-and-mairaj-ahmad-khan-on-winning-bronze-medal-in-mens-skeet-team-event-at-asian-games/
