Current Affairs — 20 September 2026
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
Central Silk Board marks 77th Foundation Day in Bengaluru; India targets No. 1 rank in silk by 2028-29
On 20 September 2026, Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated the 77th Foundation Day of the Central Silk Board in Bengaluru and said India aims to become the world's No. 1 silk producer by 2028-29.
President Murmu addresses valedictory session of NGT's international conference on 'The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics'
On 20 September 2026, President Droupadi Murmu addressed the valedictory session of the National Green Tribunal's two-day International Conference on 'The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics' in New Delhi.
Asian Games 2026: India win women's 10m air rifle team silver; Elavenil Valarivan adds individual silver
On 20 September 2026, Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Maskar and Vidarsa K Vinod won silver in the women's 10m air rifle team event at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, India's first medal of the Games, and Elavenil later won individual silver.
Coal India outlines diversification into coal gasification, power, renewables and critical minerals
On 20 September 2026, the Coal Ministry said Coal India Limited (CIL) is building a diversified portfolio across five platforms, including about ₹69,346 crore in four coal-to-chemicals projects.
Asian Games 2026: India women's hockey team beat Uzbekistan 19-0; Deepika scores eight
On 20 September 2026, the Indian women's hockey team beat Uzbekistan 19-0 in their Pool B opener at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, with Deepika scoring eight goals.
IAF's Suryakiran Aerobatic Team performs over Meerut for the first time
On 19 and 20 September 2026, the Indian Air Force's Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) performed over Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, for the first time, drawing more than 1 lakh spectators.
Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh under Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan draws over 4 lakh youth at 1,000+ locations
On 20 September 2026, the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh under the 100 Weeks Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan was held at more than 1,000 locations across India with over 4 lakh participants.
INS Sahyadri and INS Kulish arrive at Subic Bay, Philippines, for ADMM-Plus Joint Cooperation Activity
On 20 September 2026, Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri and Kulish arrived at Subic Bay, Philippines, to take part in the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus Joint Cooperation Activity (ADMM-Plus JCA).
Jitendra Singh inaugurates new office-cum-court complex of CAT Jammu Bench
On 20 September 2026, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated the new Office-cum-Court Complex of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Jammu Bench, at Bahu Plaza, Jammu.
Scindia inspects site for Gwalior Telecom Manufacturing Zone; about 170 acres identified for first phase
On 20 September 2026, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inspected the site identified for the Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ) at the Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Counter Magnet City (SADA), Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.
Mandaviya leads 91st 'Sundays on Cycle' in Nagoya with Indian diaspora to cheer India at Asian Games
On 20 September 2026, Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya led the 91st edition of 'Sundays on Cycle' at Meijō Park in Nagoya, Japan, with the Indian diaspora cheering the Indian Asian Games contingent.