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1. 9th India International Water Week 2026
The 9th India International Water Week (IIWW) 2026 is being held in New Delhi with emphasis on climate-resilient water management.
- Event: India International Water Week 2026
- Edition: 9th
- Venue: New Delhi
- Focus: Climate-resilient water management
2. 72nd National Film Awards Ceremony
The 72nd National Film Awards ceremony was held at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat on 22 September 2026.
President Droupadi Murmu presented the awards. The ceremony recognised achievements in Indian cinema for the year 2024.
- Edition: 72nd National Film Awards
- Venue: Ekta Nagar, Gujarat
- Year of films recognised: 2024
- President Droupadi Murmu presented the awards
3. Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Veteran actor Anant Nag received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024.
4. Andhra Pradesh Urban Infrastructure Programme
Andhra Pradesh launched and laid foundations for a major urban infrastructure programme worth approximately ₹11,359 crore.
5. 81st United Nations General Assembly General Debate
The General Debate of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly began at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on 22 September 2026.
- UNGA Session: 81st
- Venue: New York
- General Debate: 22–26 September and 28 September 2026
- President of the session: Dr. Khalilur Rahman of Bangladesh
The session provides an international platform for leaders to discuss peace, security, development, climate change and other global challenges.
6. India Joins G20 Energy Consensus
India joined other G20 members in adopting four major consensus outcome declarations at the conclusion of the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial in Houston, Texas.
- Household energy access
- Infrastructure and regulatory efficiency
- Water recycling
- Critical mineral value chains
7. India and European Parliament Delegation
India and a visiting delegation of the European Parliament's Committee on Industry, Research and Energy held discussions in New Delhi on cooperation in emerging technologies.
The discussions included Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technology and Semiconductors.
8. Exercise Nomadic Elephant 2026
The 18th edition of Exercise Nomadic Elephant 2026 commenced at Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Countries | India and Mongolia |
| Edition | 18th |
| Location | Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand |
| Type | Bilateral military exercise |
The exercise focuses on improving interoperability and joint capabilities for operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain.
9. SLINEX-26
The 13th India–Sri Lanka Naval Exercise (SLINEX-26) was conducted in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
10. ISRO–ESA Space Cooperation
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the European Space Agency (ESA) have extended their cooperative agreement until 8 January 2032.
- ISRO – Indian Space Research Organisation
- ESA – European Space Agency
- Cooperation extended until: 8 January 2032
11. India's First Approved Dengue Vaccine
Takeda's QDENGA became India's first approved dengue vaccine for the specified age group of 4–60 years, according to current-affairs reports.
12. AI, Quantum Technology and Semiconductors
India and the European Parliament delegation discussed deeper cooperation in emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence, quantum technology and semiconductors.
13. India Women's Cricket Team Wins Asian Games Gold
The Indian women's cricket team won the gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 after defeating Sri Lanka in the final.
- Event: Asian Games 2026
- Sport: Women's Cricket
- Gold Medal Winner: India
- Final Opponent: Sri Lanka
14. Smriti Mandhana Reaches 11,000 International Runs
Indian batter Smriti Mandhana became the first woman cricketer to complete 11,000 international runs, according to reports from the Asian Games final.
15. Shafali Verma Record
Indian opener Shafali Verma reached a new milestone in women's T20I cricket during India's Asian Games campaign.
16. Mark Wood Announces International Retirement
England fast bowler Mark Wood announced his retirement from international cricket on 22 September 2026.
17. India Sends Largest-Ever WorldSkills Contingent
India has sent its largest-ever contingent of 70 skilled competitors to the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China.
- Event: 48th WorldSkills Competition
- Venue: Shanghai, China
- Indian contingent: 70 competitors
- Dates: 22–27 September 2026
18. Anant Nag – Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony.
19. Best Feature Film – Article 370
The film Article 370 received the award for Best Feature Film at the 72nd National Film Awards.
20. Indian Stock Market – 22 September 2026
Indian equity markets ended lower on 22 September 2026. The Nifty 50 fell 0.36% to 23,329, while the BSE Sensex declined 0.44% to 74,529.08.
| Index | Closing Level / Change |
|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 23,329; down 0.36% |
| BSE Sensex | 74,529.08; down 0.44% |
21. Moody's India Growth Forecast
Moody's raised India's GDP growth forecast to 7% for FY2026-27, according to current-affairs reports.
22. Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve
A comprehensive checklist documented 3,261 flowering plant species in the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve.
23. Cheetah Gaurav Dies at Kuno National Park
Namibian cheetah Gaurav, a 10-year-old male, died at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh on 21 September 2026 while undergoing treatment.
- India International Water Week: 9th edition – New Delhi.
- National Film Awards: 72nd edition.
- Dadasaheb Phalke Award: Anant Nag.
- UNGA: 81st Session General Debate.
- Exercise Nomadic Elephant: India–Mongolia.
- SLINEX: India–Sri Lanka naval exercise.
- ISRO–ESA Cooperation: Extended until 8 January 2032.
- Asian Games Women's Cricket Gold: India.
- WorldSkills 2026: Shanghai, China.
- Indian WorldSkills contingent: 70 competitors.
- Smriti Mandhana: 11,000 international runs.
- Mark Wood: Announced international retirement.
- Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve: 3,261 flowering plant species documented.
- India GDP Growth Forecast: 7% for FY2026-27 according to Moody's report.
1. Who received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024?
A) Mammootty
B) Anant Nag
C) Randeep Hooda
D) Kartik Aaryan
Answer: B) Anant Nag
2. The 9th India International Water Week 2026 was held in which city?
A) Mumbai
B) Hyderabad
C) New Delhi
D) Bengaluru
Answer: C) New Delhi
3. Exercise Nomadic Elephant is conducted between India and which country?
A) Japan
B) Mongolia
C) Vietnam
D) Thailand
Answer: B) Mongolia
4. Which team won the Women's Cricket Gold Medal at the Asian Games 2026?
A) Sri Lanka
B) Australia
C) India
D) England
Answer: C) India
5. Where is the 48th WorldSkills Competition being held?
A) Tokyo
B) Shanghai
C) Seoul
D) Singapore
Answer: B) Shanghai
6. ISRO and ESA extended their cooperation until which date?
A) 2028
B) 2030
C) 8 January 2032
D) 2035
Answer: C) 8 January 2032
7. Who became the first woman cricketer to complete 11,000 international runs?
A) Harmanpreet Kaur
B) Smriti Mandhana
C) Shafali Verma
D) Mithali Raj
Answer: B) Smriti Mandhana
8. Exercise Nomadic Elephant 2026 commenced in which Indian state?
A) Rajasthan
B) Uttarakhand
C) Punjab
D) Sikkim
Answer: B) Uttarakhand
9. The 81st UNGA General Debate began in which city?
A) Geneva
B) Paris
C) New York
D) London
Answer: C) New York
10. Which film won the Best Feature Film award at the 72nd National Film Awards?
A) Article 370
B) Kalki 2898 AD
C) Bramayugam
D) Chandu Champion
Answer: A) Article 370
| Topic | Answer |
|---|---|
| Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024 | Anant Nag |
| Best Feature Film – 72nd National Film Awards | Article 370 |
| Exercise Nomadic Elephant | India – Mongolia |
| SLINEX | India – Sri Lanka |
| Asian Games Women's Cricket Gold | India |
| WorldSkills 2026 | Shanghai, China |
| ISRO–ESA Cooperation | Until 8 January 2032 |
| 11,000 International Runs – Women | Smriti Mandhana |
| India International Water Week | 9th Edition |
| Agasthyamalai Flowering Plants | 3,261 species |
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