1. National News
Borrowing Plan & Fiscal Deficit
The Government of India has decided to keep its market borrowing plan unchanged for the second half of FY26 (October 2025 to March 2026).
Total borrowings for FY26 are set at ₹14.82 lakh crore, with ₹6.8 lakh crore earmarked for H2.
Fiscal deficit target remains at 4.4% of GDP.
Retail inflation in August 2025 stood at approx 2.07%, expected to remain subdued due to reliefs on food and household goods.
Platform for Global Skilled Worker Mobility
Government is developing a platform to track and enable overseas mobility of Indian skilled professionals.
The idea: Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) with other countries to validate and accept qualifications, skills, and certifications.
Expected to improve ease of working abroad and contribute to remittances and global engagement.
Temple & Heritage Infrastructure Inauguration
Prime Minister visited Mata Tripura Sundari temple in Udaipur, Tripura; inaugurated beautification and infrastructure development works.
This aligns with India’s push for heritage tourism and pilgrimage circuits.
Projects & Green Policies
GST changes announced that are expected to increase India’s GDP by a significant amount (several lakh crore).
Emphasis on consumption sectors as lowering slabs to 5% / 18% from older regime boosting demand for goods like TVs, ACs, etc.
Greywater reuse policies highlighted by Ministry of Jal Shakti: potential savings in water usage by 30-40%.
Cultural Diplomacy & Exhibitions
India to carry Lord Buddha’s sacred relics for exhibition in Kalmykia, Russia (24 Sep–1 Oct), led by Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM.
Significance in strengthening Indo-Russia relations, promoting peace, cultural heritage.
RSS Centenary Events
RSS to celebrate 100 years across India; over 1.03 lakh gatherings from 2 October 2025.
Inaugural ceremony in Nagpur with former President R. N. Kovind as chief guest.
Path Sanchalan (route march) to be held on 27 September (instead of the earlier usual date of Vijayadashami).
2. International Relations & Global Affairs
India-US Relations
On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, India’s External Affairs Minister & US Secretary of State emphasized sustained engagement despite recent tensions.
Issues including visa fee hikes (H-1B), US tariffs over oil imports and trade disputes were discussed.
Both sides signaled bilateral cooperation remains “one of the most important global partnerships”.
Global Peace Messaging
International Peace Day themes (non-violence, global harmony) have been reaffirmed by global leaders including UN Secretary-General.
India’s efforts via international exhibitions and cultural outreach tie into global peace diplomacy.
3. Economy & Policy
GST Reforms & Market Reactions
Simplification of GST slabs, especially lower rates on many consumer goods, is aimed to stimulate consumption.
Expectation of ripple effects across manufacturing, retail, and consumer durables sectors.
Digital Publishers Seek Equalisation Levy
Digital content publishers have urged the Indian government to reinstate the equalisation levy, arguing that its removal has skewed fairness in the digital content/advertising ecosystem.
Urban Services Funding
India has signed a loan pact of USD 125 million with Asian Development Bank (ADB) for boosting urban services in Assam.
Will include governance reforms, capacity‐building, improved infrastructure.
4. Sports & Education
Inline Speed Skating World Championships
India achieved its best ever performance: 3 Gold, 2 Bronze medals.
Key winners include Anandkumar Velkumar (senior men’s 1000m gold, 500m sprint bronze, marathon gold) and Krish Sharma (junior men’s 1000m sprint).
Held in Beidaihe, China, with over 40 countries participating.
62nd National Chess Championship
Inaugurated in Guntur; organized by All India Chess Federation.
Emphasis placed on chess not only as sport but as a discipline building concentration, strategy; as India becomes a stronger chess power.
Dasara Sports & Culture Events
State-level CM Cup sports meet inaugurated in Mysuru, Karnataka by Olympian Vinesh Phogat.
Government announced incentives: reward schemes for future Olympic medalists, job reservations for athletes, grants.
Cultural fairs and events in places like Madikeri with traditional festivals, marathons, and folk arts.
Major Upcoming Para Athletics Event
New Delhi to host the 12th World Para Athletics Championships from 27 September to 5 October 2025 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
Largest para-sports event ever in South Asia; features 186 medal events.
5. GK & Miscellaneous Facts
Inflation Figures & Economic Indicators
Retail inflation ~2.07% in August; government aiming to keep inflation under control.
Regulatory/Exam Relevance
Understanding government borrowings, fiscal deficit: key for banking exams.
MRA for skills, global mobility: relevant for GK, current affairs.
Para Athletics Championships: geography (New Delhi, India), sports GK.
Policy & Governance
Government infrastructure spending in border/hilly states (e.g. Tripura).
Role of GST and tax reforms in macroeconomic growth.
6. Important Events & Inaugurations
Bharat Scouts & Guides 19th National Jamboree to be inaugurated by PM in Lucknow in November 2025; major youth event.
Path Sanchalan by RSS on 27 September 2025 for centenary celebrations.
Dasara festival in Madikeri starts 23 September; includes cultural, sports events.
