HSSC CET Current Affairs — Last 3 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Mon, 21 Sept 2026
Asian Games 2026: Suchika Tariyal wins bronze, India's first-ever Asian Games medal in MMA
On 21 September 2026, Suchika Tariyal won bronze in the women's traditional 60 kg mixed martial arts event at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, India's first Asian Games medal in MMA.
Defence Ministry signs ₹586 crore contract for Auxiliary Power Units for T-72 and T-90 tanks
On 21 September 2026, the Ministry of Defence signed a ₹586 crore contract with Accurate Industrial Controls Pvt Ltd to procure Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) for the Army's T-72 and T-90 tanks.
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
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.
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).
Sat, 19 Sept 2026
Biometric Aadhaar Authentication made mandatory for subsidised domestic LPG refills from 1 October 2026
On 19 September 2026, the Petroleum Ministry announced that from 1 October 2026 domestic LPG consumers must have completed Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (BAA) to book refills at the regulated price with subsidy.
20th Asian Games open in Aichi-Nagoya; Manu Bhaker and Pawan Sehrawat lead India as flag-bearers
On 19 September 2026, Japan's Emperor Naruhito declared the 20th Asian Games open in Aichi-Nagoya, with Manu Bhaker and Pawan Sehrawat carrying India's flag at the opening ceremony.
DDU-GKY 2.0 training batches to start in October 2026; 34,920 rural youth in first batches
On 19 September 2026, the Rural Development Ministry said Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) 2.0 training batches will start across most States/UTs from October 2026, with 34,920 rural youth in 1,164 batches.
PM Modi distributes over 51,000 appointment letters at 20th Rozgar Mela
On 19 September 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributed more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly appointed youth in government organisations at the 20th Rozgar Mela via video conferencing.
President appoints 14 judicial officers as judges of Delhi, J&K and Ladakh, Jharkhand and Karnataka High Courts
On 19 September 2026, the Law Ministry notified that the President, after consulting the Chief Justice of India, appointed 14 judicial officers as Judges or Additional Judges of the Delhi, J&K and Ladakh, Jharkhand and Karnataka High Courts.
Swachh Sagar Surakshit Sagar 5.0 coastal clean-up ends; 231 locations in 13 States/UTs, 15 lakh take pledge
On 19 September 2026, the 'Swachh Sagar Surakshit Sagar' 5.0 coastal clean-up campaign, held from 12 to 19 September, concluded after covering 231 locations across 13 States/UTs.
Fri, 18 Sept 2026
TRAI notifies TCCCPR Third Amendment 2026: AI-based spam detection, A2P call rules and consumer appeals
On 18 September 2026, TRAI issued the Telecom Commercial Communication Customer Preference (Third Amendment) Regulations, 2026, amending the TCCCPR 2018 to curb unsolicited commercial communications (UCC).
NSO releases district-level labour market indicators for the first time; Surat tops LFPR among 100 most populous districts
On 18 September 2026, the National Statistics Office (NSO) released the 'Labour Market Snapshot of Selected Districts', its first release of district-level labour market indicators.
Asian Games 2026: India women beat hosts Japan by 8 wickets in cricket quarter-final
On 18 September 2026, the Indian women's cricket team beat hosts Japan by eight wickets in the fourth quarter-final at Korogi Athletic Park, Nisshin, to reach the Asian Games semi-finals.
Government relaxes sugar stockholding limit for bulk consumers from 15 to 30 days, extra stock only from imported sugar
On 18 September 2026, the Food Ministry relaxed the sugar stockholding limit for bulk consumers from 15 days to 30 days of consumption, provided stock beyond 15 days comes only from sugar imported under the Advance Authorisation Scheme (AAS) and Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ).
UAE President calls PM Modi; leaders discuss deepening India–UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
On 18 September 2026, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan called Prime Minister Narendra Modi, conveyed birthday greetings and congratulated him on India's successful BRICS Presidency.
Thu, 17 Sept 2026
India's textile exports rise 16.1% to ₹29,776 crore in August 2026
On 17 September 2026, the Ministry of Textiles said India's textile exports rose 16.1% year-on-year to ₹29,776 crore in August 2026, from ₹25,656 crore in August 2025.
Coal Ministry launches 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions with 25 blocks; CMDPAs signed for six mines
On 17 September 2026, the Ministry of Coal launched the 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions in New Delhi, offering 25 coal blocks across nine states, and handed over Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) for six mines.
25th SCO trade ministers' meeting held in Dushanbe; India stresses 'Security, Connectivity and Opportunity'
On 17 September 2026, the 25th Meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Ministers Responsible for Foreign Economic and Trade Activities was held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
Wed, 16 Sept 2026
Cabinet raises EPFO wage ceiling for mandatory coverage from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 a month
On 16 September 2026, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved raising the wage ceiling for mandatory coverage under the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month.
MHA declares Shahzad Bhatti Network a terrorist organisation under UAPA
On 16 September 2026, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the Ministry of Home Affairs had declared the Shahzad Bhatti Network a terrorist organisation under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth begins official visit to Russia (16–18 September)
On 16 September 2026, Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth began an official visit to Russia, running until 18 September, to strengthen India-Russia defence and military-to-military cooperation.
DGFT exempts export consignments up to ₹3 lakh from RCMC requirement
On 16 September 2026, the government introduced a de minimis exemption so that export consignments with a Free-on-Board (FOB) value of up to ₹3 lakh no longer need a Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) or Certificate of Registration.
NITI Aayog launches second edition of India Electric Mobility Index
On 16 September 2026, NITI Aayog launched the second edition of the India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) report at a workshop on State EV policies, where Rajiv Gauba called electric mobility a 'strategic imperative' for Viksit Bharat.
Government reconstitutes Central Board of Film Certification with 18 members
On 16 September 2026, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting notified the reconstitution of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with 18 members, for three years or until further orders.
Tue, 15 Sept 2026
PLFS August 2026: LFPR rises to 55.6%, unemployment rate steady at 5.0%
On 15 September 2026, MoSPI released the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) monthly bulletin for August 2026, showing the labour force participation rate (15+ years) up to 55.6% and the unemployment rate stable at 5.0%.
Finance Ministry: UPI stays free for all person-to-person payments and 96% of merchant payments
On 15 September 2026, the Finance Ministry clarified that under the new UPI framework, all person-to-person UPI transactions remain free and merchant payments up to ₹2,000 stay free, leaving about 96% of merchant transactions unaffected.