Delhi Current Affairs — Last 3 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Wed, 30 Sept 2026
Cabinet approves ₹1,789.52-crore Intelligent Traffic Management System for Delhi
On 30 September 2026 the CCEA approved an Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) for Delhi, to be implemented by Delhi Police at ₹1,789.52 crore across 42 traffic corridors in three phases over 24 months.
Delhi records lowest September average AQI in five years (102)
Delhi's monthly average AQI for September 2026 was 102, its lowest for September in five years (2022–2026), the Environment Ministry said on 30 September 2026.
Tue, 29 Sept 2026
CAQM approves revised GRAP schedule for NCR with 48 actions; old-vehicle curbs extended to Sonipat
The Commission for Air Quality Management approved a revised Graded Response Action Plan for the National Capital Region at its 30th full Commission meeting chaired by Rajesh Verma; PIB announced it on 29 September 2026.
Amit Shah inaugurates Barapullah Elevated Road Phase-3 among Delhi projects worth over ₹1,941 crore
On 29 September 2026 Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated and laid foundation stones for Delhi development projects worth more than ₹1,941 crore, led by the ₹1,635 crore Barapullah Elevated Road Phase-3.
Wed, 23 Sept 2026
Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurates BRICS Heads of Tax Authorities Meeting in New Delhi; two India-led working groups set up
On 23 September 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the BRICS Heads of Tax Authorities Meeting in New Delhi, the culmination of India's BRICS Chairship of the tax cooperation track.
Defence Ministry signs ₹811 crore contract with BDL for 160 SAT-SAAW glide bombs for the IAF
On 23 September 2026, the Ministry of Defence signed a ₹810.79 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited for 160 Satellite Smart Anti Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW) for the Indian Air Force.
Tue, 22 Sept 2026
Next phase of UDAN: Civil Aviation Ministry signs 21 MoUs with States/UTs and launches Challenge Mode portal for aerodromes
On 22 September 2026, the Ministry of Civil Aviation signed 21 MoUs with States/UTs and AAI under the next phase of the UDAN scheme, and Minister Ram Mohan Naidu launched the Challenge Mode Portal for Aerodrome Development.
7th High-Level Meeting of the OPEC-India Energy Dialogue held in New Delhi
On 22 September 2026, the Seventh High-Level Meeting of the OPEC-India Energy Dialogue was held in New Delhi, co-chaired by Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and OPEC Secretary General Haitham Al Ghais.
Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan inaugurates 9th India International Water Week 2026
On 22 September 2026, Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan inaugurated the 9th India International Water Week (IIWW) 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on the theme 'Climate Resilient Water Management'.
Amit Shah inaugurates 3rd National Conference of Anti-Narcotics Task Force heads; sets Roadmap 2029 for a drug-free India
On 22 September 2026, Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the 3rd National Conference of Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) Heads of States/UTs in New Delhi.
Mon, 21 Sept 2026
7th National Formulary of India launched; Biovigilance Programme of India approved
On 21 September 2026, MoS Health Anupriya Patel launched the 7th edition of the National Formulary of India and announced Government approval of the Biovigilance Programme of India, at the 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week in New Delhi.
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.
Sat, 19 Sept 2026
SEMICON India 2026 concludes at Yashobhoomi with 56 MoUs and announcements
On 19 September 2026, SEMICON India 2026, the fifth edition of India's flagship semiconductor conference, concluded at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, after three days with 56 MoUs, announcements and strategic initiatives.
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.
PM Modi inaugurates NGT's international conference on 'The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics' at Vigyan Bhawan
On 19 September 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Conference on 'The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics', organised by the National Green Tribunal, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
Thu, 17 Sept 2026
PM Modi inaugurates SEMICON India 2026, unveils Semicon 2.0 roadmap and opens two new chip production lines
On 17 September 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the fifth edition of SEMICON India at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, unveiled the roadmap for Semicon 2.0 and virtually opened commercial production lines at CDIL Semiconductor, Mohali and Suchi Semicon, Surat.
World Patient Safety Day 2026 observed with theme 'Safe care for noncommunicable diseases'
On 17 September 2026, World Patient Safety Day was observed with the theme 'Safe care for noncommunicable diseases' and the slogan 'Safe care for life!', with Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda addressing an event at Dr RML Hospital, New Delhi.
43rd Indian Coast Guard Commanders' Conference begins in New Delhi
On 17 September 2026, the three-day 43rd Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Commanders' Conference began in New Delhi, with Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth addressing the commanders on the opening day.
Wed, 16 Sept 2026
Tue, 15 Sept 2026
Five States and Delhi sign Kishau Multipurpose Project agreement for dam on Tons river
On 15 September 2026, the Chief Ministers of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana and Delhi signed the Kishau Multipurpose Project agreement in New Delhi, in the presence of Home Minister Amit Shah and Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Patil.
Rajnath Singh unveils MSME and start-up initiatives at DRDO-industry meet 'VIMARSH'
On 15 September 2026, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveiled policy initiatives for MSMEs and start-ups and launched a framework to share DRDO software source codes with licensee industries at 'VIMARSH', a DRDO-Industry Synergy Meet in New Delhi.
Vice-President addresses ICWA's silver jubilee as an Institution of National Importance
On 15 September 2026, Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan, who is also President of the Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA), addressed the 25th anniversary celebrations of ICWA as an Institution of National Importance at Sapru House, New Delhi.
Jitendra Singh inaugurates indigenous SPROUT facility at BRIC-NIPGR for climate-resilient crops
On 15 September 2026, Science and Technology Minister Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated the 'SpeedSeed Phenotyping and Resource Optimization for Unified Trait Analysis' (SPROUT) facility at BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, New Delhi.
Mon, 14 Sept 2026
Sun, 13 Sept 2026
India–CEPI partnership enters a new phase focused on next-generation vaccines
On 13 September 2026, Union Minister Jitendra Singh, speaking at a reception for the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) Board in New Delhi, said India is the world's largest vaccine producer and global supplier by volume.
Centre reviews Lumpy Skin Disease situation in Delhi, stresses vaccination of stray cattle
On 13 September 2026, Animal Husbandry Commissioner Dr. Naveena B. Maheswarappa of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) reviewed the Lumpy Skin Disease situation in Delhi with the Delhi government.
Sat, 12 Sept 2026
PM Modi and President Xi Jinping hold bilateral talks on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit
On 12 September 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, their first meeting since Tianjin in August 2025.
BRICS leaders adopt the New Delhi Declaration at the 18th BRICS Summit chaired by India
On 12 September 2026, leaders at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, adopted the BRICS New Delhi Declaration under the theme 'Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability'.
Dryland Congress 2026 ends in New Delhi with the Delhi Declaration on Drylands
On 12 September 2026, the three-day Dryland Congress 2026, organised by ICAR and ICRISAT, concluded in New Delhi with the adoption of the Delhi Declaration on Drylands (3D).
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian meets President Droupadi Murmu on his first visit to India
On 12 September 2026, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, in New Delhi for the BRICS Summit, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on his first visit to India.