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Daily G.K. - Top Stories

08 Sep 2026

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ENVIRONMENT

SBI and Bisleri join Bottles for Change to boost plastic waste management

State Bank of India (SBI) and Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. joined under the Bottles for Change initiative to promote plastic waste management across SBI branch network and offices. The partnership, formalized through a Letter of Association, will include awareness and training programmes for SBI employees and housekeeping staff on proper segregation and recycling of plastic waste. Under the arrangement, used plastics collected from SBI premises will be sent to recycling facilities, complementing SBI sustainability goals and Bisleri program for waste collection. The collaboration aims to advance a circular economy, reduce plastic leakage into the environment, and set a replicable model for other public-sector banks.
  • Partnership under Bottles for Change to boost plastic waste management.
  • Training for SBI staff on segregation and recycling.
  • Collection of used plastics from SBI offices for recycling.
  • Aims to promote circular economy and reduce environmental impact.
  • Could serve as a model for other public-sector banks.

Lucknow tops Swachh Vayu Survekshan 2026 in million-plus cities

Lucknow has topped the Swachh Vayu Survekshan 2026 in the Category 1 cities (population above 10 lakh), scoring 198 out of 200 points for air-pollution control measures under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), in collaboration with the Union Environment Ministry, conducted the assessment. The ranking recognizes cities taking concrete steps to improve air quality, including emissions management, vehicular pollution controls, and green spaces. Other Uttar Pradesh cities featured in the top 15, reflecting focused state-wide efforts. The results are expected to influence urban planning, public health strategies, and environmental funding.
  • Lucknow tops national clean-air rankings in million-plus cities.
  • Score: 198/200 under NCAP framework.
  • CPCB and Environment Ministry conducted the assessment.
  • Highlights emissions control, transport measures, and urban greenery.
  • UP cities feature prominently in top 15.
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

EOS-05 settles into geosynchronous orbit after successful launch

ISRO's EOS-05 satellite, launched on 4 September 2026, has successfully settled into geosynchronous orbit, marking a milestone for India's space programme. The mission, part of the GSLV-F17 launch, deployed a high-resolution Earth observation satellite designed to provide persistent coverage over the Indian subcontinent. The final orbit-raising manoeuvre, completed on 7 September 2026, achieved the desired altitude for continuous imaging, enabling near real-time monitoring of weather patterns, agriculture, and disaster response. The successful recovery after earlier launch setbacks demonstrates indigenous capability and strengthens India's space governance. EOS-05 will support national security, environmental monitoring, and developmental planning with enhanced data continuity.
  • EOS-05 in geosynchronous orbit after launch on 4 September 2026.
  • Final orbit-raising completed on 7 September 2026.
  • Provides persistent Earth observation for continuous imaging.
  • Supports weather, agriculture, and disaster response monitoring.
  • Signifies rebound from earlier launch issues; enhances space governance.
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SPORTS

Kimi Antonelli wins 2026 Italian Grand Prix at Monza

Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli won the 2026 Italian Grand Prix at Monza after starting 19th due to power-unit penalties. He overtook rivals throughout the race, including teammate George Russell in the final laps to secure victory. Russell finished second, while Red Bull’s Max Verstappen claimed third place. Antonelli's win ended a six-decade wait for an Italian driver to win at Monza, with Ludovico Scarfiotti last achieving the feat in 1966. The race highlighted strategic tire choices and safety-car dynamics that shaped the result, contributing to an exciting season and boosting team morale ahead of upcoming grands prix.
  • Antonelli started 19th due to penalties and won at Monza.
  • George Russell finished second; Max Verstappen third.
  • First Italian winner at Monza since 1966 (Ludovico Scarfiotti).
  • Race featured notable tire strategy and safety-car phases.
  • Win boosts Antonelli's standing in the season.
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Delhi hostel collapse triggers suspensions and inquiry

Delhi’s Satya Niketan hostel collapse prompted immediate regulatory action as the Delhi government suspended five Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) officials following the tragedy. The suspension orders, issued on 7 September 2026, targeted key personnel including the South Zone deputy commissioner and other engineers. Investigations are ongoing into building permissions, safety compliance, and possible oversight failures. Courts have directed a high-level inquiry into urban safety and municipal governance. The incident has intensified debates on the governance of private hostels, the enforcement of structural audits, and safer housing norms near educational campuses, with calls for rapid redress for affected residents.
  • Five MCD officials suspended after Satya Niketan collapse.
  • Orders issued on 7 September 2026; targets include South Zone deputy commissioner.
  • Investigations into permissions, safety compliance, oversight failures.
  • Court orders high-level inquiry into urban safety and governance.
  • Debate on hostel regulations and enforcement gaps intensifies.
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DEFENCE

Adani Defence signs five-year ammo supply deal with IRRPL for AK-203

Adani Defence & Aerospace Limited has signed a five-year supply agreement with Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL) to provide ammunition for AK-203 assault rifles manufactured in India. The contract covers 7.62×39 mm rounds intended to strengthen the domestic defense supply chain linked to the India-Russia rifle programme. The pact was described by officials as a milestone in India's push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the Atmanirbhar Bharat framework. The deal will help ensure stable domestic availability of ammunition, reduce imports, and support strategic readiness. Industry analysts view the accord as a signal that Indian private sector players are increasingly integrated with defence production ambitions.
  • Five-year ammo supply agreement with IRRPL.
  • 7.62×39 mm rounds for AK-203 rifles.
  • Strengthens domestic defense supply chain.
  • Supports Atmanirbhar Bharat and self-reliant manufacturing.
  • Aims to reduce defence imports.
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PERSONS IN NEWS

Padma Shri awardee S. R. Janakiraman passes away

Noted Carnatic classical vocalist, musician, and musicologist S. R. Janakiraman passed away in September 2026. A respected exponent and educator, he championed Carnatic music through performances, teaching, and scholarly research. He received the Padma Shri for his contributions to Indian classical music and was honoured with the title Sangita Kala Acharya by The Music Academy, Madras, for his pedagogy and scholarship. Janakiraman's work included archival contributions, upcoming publications, and mentoring generations of musicians. His death is seen as a significant loss to the Indian music world. Tributes from artists and institutions highlighted his dedication to tradition, pedagogy, and cross-cultural collaboration.
  • Noted Carnatic vocalist and musicologist.
  • Padma Shri recipient; Sangita Kala Acharya honouree.
  • Contributed through performance, teaching, and research.
  • Archival work and mentoring generations of musicians.
  • Seen as a significant loss to Indian classical music.
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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES

Coastal Local Area Bank gains scheduled bank status

Coastal Local Area Bank Limited, headquartered in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, has been declared a scheduled bank after inclusion in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. RBI notified the change through a Gazette notification, enabling the bank to access facilities available to scheduled banks. The status enhances credibility and confidence among customers and provides potential access to refinance facilities, priority sector lending, and payments infrastructure. The move is part of ongoing regulatory alignment in the Indian banking sector and supports financial inclusion and regional development. Officials say the change will enable greater participation in government schemes and payments ecosystems.
  • Bank included in RBI Second Schedule; declared scheduled bank.
  • Gazette notification issued by RBI.
  • Access to refinance facilities and priority sector lending.
  • Enhances credibility and customer confidence.
  • Supports financial inclusion and regional development.

Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026 launched in Varanasi

The 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026 was launched in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, by the Ministry of Women and Child Development on 9 September 2026. The month-long campaign carries the theme Hamari Anganwadi Hamari Jimmedari and aims to strengthen community participation in Anganwadi services, nutrition, healthcare, caregiving, and early childhood development across India. Activities focus on dietary diversity, protein-rich foods, fresh cooked meals, and Anganwadi Management Committees. The campaign aligns with revised SNP guidelines and the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana’s ten-year milestone. Officials emphasized accountability, monitoring, and stakeholder involvement to improve nutrition outcomes during Rashtriya Poshan Maah, reinforcing the Suposhit Bharat objective.
  • 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah launched in Varanasi on 9 September 2026.
  • Theme: Hamari Anganwadi Hamari Jimmedari; community focus.
  • Focus on nutrition, healthcare, and early childhood development.
  • Alignment with SNP guidelines and PMMVY milestones.
  • Emphasis on accountability and monitoring for better outcomes.
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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION

International Literacy Day 2026 observed with global theme

International Literacy Day (ILD) 2026 was observed on 8 September under the theme Literacy for People, the Planet and Prosperity. UNESCO established ILD in 1966, and global celebrations have taken place since 1967. The 60th anniversary of ILD highlighted the link between literacy and human development, environmental sustainability, and social equity. Governments and NGOs highlighted programs to accelerate literacy rates, especially for marginalised groups, and emphasized digital tools to support learning. In India, education authorities urged continued expansion of universal access to schooling and adult education to close literacy gaps and strengthen inclusive growth.
  • ILD 2026 observed on 8 September with a 60th anniversary focus.
  • Theme links literacy to people, planet, and prosperity.
  • UNESCO established ILD in 1966; celebrations since 1967.
  • Focus on literacy, development, sustainability, equity.
  • India emphasises universal schooling and adult education.
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ART AND CULTURE

First International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir opens in Srinagar

The First International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026 opened in Srinagar at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) on 7 September 2026. The four-day festival, themed Rang-e-Cinema, is organized by the DIPR, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, in collaboration with the National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC). The event aims to showcase regional cinema, foster cultural exchange, and strengthen the region's link with the global film industry. Delegations from filmmakers, artists, and journalists attended, with screenings across multiple venues. Organisers emphasized training workshops, panel discussions on creative expression, and opportunities for aspiring artists from hill regions. Local audiences welcomed the festival as a platform for dialogue, tourism, and economic activity.
  • IFFJK 2026 opened in Srinagar on 7 September.
  • Festival runs for four days; Rang-e-Cinema theme.
  • Organised by DIPR in partnership with NFDC.
  • Shows regional cinema; aims for cultural exchange.
  • Workshops, panels, and opportunities for hill-region artists.

Vice-President releases stamp to mark Dinamalar's 75th anniversary

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan released a commemorative postage stamp in Chennai to mark the 75th anniversary of the Tamil daily Dinamalar. The ceremony honoured the newspaper's journalism and public-service ethos, with notes on its coverage of civic issues and education-related content. The founder T. V. Ramasubbaiyer was remembered for shaping the newspaper and its Pattam educational supplement, which supports students and learning initiatives. The stamp release coincided with broader celebrations of Dinamalar's contributions to media, language heritage, and cultural dialogue in Tamil Nadu. The ceremony featured dignitaries who spoke about press freedom and regional journalism, and the stamp will be issued by India Post for nationwide access.
  • Stamp released in Chennai for Dinamalar's 75th anniversary.
  • Dinamalar's journalism and public-service ethos highlighted.
  • Pattam educational supplement noted for student support.
  • Dignitaries spoke on press freedom and regional journalism.
  • Stamp to be issued by India Post nationwide.
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