REET Current Affairs — Last 12 months
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Wed, 09 Sept 2026
DRI seizes leopard pelts, 180 Indian star tortoises, tokay geckos, pangolin scales and tiger bones in six operations
On 9 September 2026, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence reported seizing two leopard pelts, 180 live Indian star tortoises, 12 tokay geckos, about 24 kg of pangolin scales and 500 g of tiger bones in six operations, arresting 13 people.
FIU-IND issues non-compliance notices to 15 offshore virtual digital asset service providers under the PMLA
On 9 September 2026, the Financial Intelligence Unit-India issued notices to 15 Virtual Digital Asset Service Providers under Section 13 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, and sought takedown of their apps and URLs.
India to compete in 63 of 64 skills, including 11 new ones, at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
On 9 September 2026, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship said India will compete for the first time in 11 new skill categories at the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China, from 22 to 27 September 2026.
Tue, 08 Sept 2026
Health Ministry's draft amendment to Drugs Rules, 1945 proposes mandatory CCTV at medical stores for Schedule H, H1 and X drugs
The Union Health Ministry issued draft notification G.S.R. 791(E) dated 8 September 2026 to amend the Drugs Rules, 1945 and proposed mandatory CCTV surveillance at medical stores to curb unauthorised sale of Schedule H, H1 and X drugs.
Round 1 of ₹37,500 crore coal/lignite gasification scheme closes with seven applications
On 8 September 2026, the Ministry of Coal said Round 1 of the ₹37,500 crore Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects closed with seven applications from companies including NTPC, Adani Enterprises and Talcher Fertilisers.
DoT's Financial Fraud Risk Indicator prevents suspected cyber fraud of over ₹5,000 crore in 15 months
On 8 September 2026, the Department of Telecommunications said its Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI), launched on 22 May 2025, has prevented suspected cyber fraud losses of more than ₹5,000 crore.
Social Justice Ministry plans 10 crore-plus national pledge against drug abuse for Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan's 6th anniversary
On 8 September 2026, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment said it aims to get more than 10 crore citizens to take a National Mass Pledge Against Drug Abuse by the end of September to mark the 6th anniversary of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.
Mon, 07 Sept 2026
International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies observed on 7 September; NCAP covers 130 cities
India marked the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies on 7 September 2026, with a PIB backgrounder noting that the National Clean Air Programme now covers 130 cities and has released ₹16,423.55 crore in performance-linked grants.
DGFT launches Open API for Certificates of Origin on the Trade Connect e-Platform
On 7 September 2026, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade introduced an Open API facility that lets exporters apply for preferential and non-preferential Certificates of Origin directly from their ERP or accounting software via the Trade Connect e-Platform.
Sun, 06 Sept 2026
PM Modi addresses inauguration of BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Paris
On 6 September 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the inauguration of the BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Paris by video conference, calling it a new milestone in India–France cultural relations.
IAF's Sarang helicopter team reaches Egypt for El Alamein International Airshow
On 6 September 2026, the Indian Air Force's Sarang Helicopter Display Team reached Egypt to take part in the 2nd El Alamein International Airshow, held from 8 to 10 September 2026.
Sat, 05 Sept 2026
National Biodiversity Authority's ABS disbursements cross ₹200 crore
On 5 September 2026, the National Biodiversity Authority said its cumulative Access and Benefit-Sharing disbursements have crossed ₹200 crore, with ₹8.23 crore more sanctioned to States and UTs.
Coal India supplies 322.90 MT in April–August, up 6.7%
On 5 September 2026, the Coal Ministry said Coal India supplied 322.90 million tonnes of coal in April–August 2026, 6.70% more than a year earlier, and output is picking up as rains ease.
Fri, 04 Sept 2026
India's Vinaya Prakash Singh re-elected APPU Secretary-General unopposed
On 4 September 2026, Dr Vinaya Prakash Singh of the Indian Postal Service was re-elected unopposed as Secretary-General of the Asian-Pacific Postal Union at its 14th Congress in Bangkok.
India and France discuss Paris Space Summit and Bengaluru Space Expo
On 4 September 2026, Union Minister Jitendra Singh and French Minister Philippe Baptiste held a virtual meeting on deepening space cooperation ahead of the International Space Summit in Paris.
NFRA forms Advisory Committee on Audit Quality, Assurance and Technology
On 4 September 2026, the National Financial Reporting Authority constituted an Advisory Committee on Audit Quality, Assurance and Technology under Rules 15 and 16 of the NFRA Rules, 2018.
NCPCR campaign rescues over 3,800 children from child labour
On 4 September 2026, the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights said its Pan-India Rescue and Rehabilitation Campaign (12 June–31 August 2026) rescued over 3,800 children and led to 575 FIRs.
ISRO's GSLV-F17 launches EOS-05, India's first imaging satellite from geosynchronous orbit
On 4 September 2026, ISRO launched GSLV-F17 from Sriharikota and Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the successful launch of GSLV-F17 carrying EOS-05, India's first-ever imaging satellite from geosynchronous orbit.
Thu, 03 Sept 2026
Rajnath Singh releases 'RAKSHA' defence diplomacy document
On 3 September 2026, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released 'RAKSHA', a document setting out India's roadmap for global defence partnerships over the next 10 years.
Home Secretary reviews Himalayan States' preparedness for GLOFs and avalanches
On 3 September 2026, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan reviewed the preparedness of five Himalayan States and UTs against Glacial Lake Outburst Floods and snow avalanches.
India's crude steel output reaches 70.3 Mt in April–August 2026
On 3 September 2026, the Steel Ministry reported crude steel production of 70.3 million tonnes in April–August 2026, up 1.8%, with finished steel consumption up 7.0%.
Wed, 02 Sept 2026
Japan Credit Rating Agency upgrades India to 'A-' with stable outlook
On 2 September 2026, Japan Credit Rating Agency upgraded India's long-term foreign and local currency issuer ratings by one notch from 'BBB+' to 'A-', with a stable outlook.
G20 Innovation Ministers adopt consensus statement at Chapel Hill
On 1–2 September 2026, the G20 Innovation Ministers' Meeting in Chapel Hill, US, adopted a consensus Innovation Ministerial Statement and the Carolina Principles for Emerging Technologies, with MoS Jitin Prasada leading India.
Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Awards 2024 announced
On 2 September 2026, the Sports Ministry announced the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Awards 2024 for Baljeet Kaur, Skalzang Rigzin, Rimo Saha and Shiv Prasad Chamoli.
CCPA fines Dial4Trade ₹10 lakh for listing ammonium nitrate without safeguards
On 2 September 2026, the Central Consumer Protection Authority imposed a ₹10 lakh penalty on Dial4Trade for allowing online listing and sale of ammonium nitrate without mandatory safeguards.
PM Modi chairs valedictory session of first National Departmental Summit on Water
On 2 September 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the closing session of the two-day National Departmental Summit on Water, the first in a planned series of Centre–State departmental summits.
Tue, 01 Sept 2026
AVM Shakti Sharma becomes first non-medical woman two-star officer in Defence Forces
On 1 September 2026, Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma became the first non-medical woman officer in India's Defence Forces to reach two-star rank, taking over as Assistant Chief of the Air Staff (Education).
PM Modi attends 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek; Bishkek Declaration adopted
On 1 September 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took part in the 26th SCO Council of Heads of State meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, which adopted the Bishkek Declaration in the SCO's 25th anniversary year.
India Post Payments Bank marks 9th Foundation Day, launches DakPay Sound Box
On 1 September 2026, India Post Payments Bank marked its 9th Foundation Day and launched the DakPay Sound Box for merchants and a Digital Insurance Technology Platform.
NHRC launches online Human Rights Quiz 2026 on MyGov ahead of 33rd Foundation Day
On 1 September 2026, the National Human Rights Commission and MyGov launched the online 'Human Rights Quiz 2026', open till 10 October to Indian citizens aged 14 and above, ahead of the NHRC's 33rd Foundation Day.