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Five orangutans rescued from Rankotha Forest, Odisha, moved to Nandankanan

The Odisha Forest Department rescued five young orangutans from Rankotha Protected Reserve Forest in Balasore district in September 2026. The rescued animals include three males and two females, who were moved to Nandankanan Zoological Park for care and rehabilitation. Orangutans are critically endangered great apes native to the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra; there is no wild orangutan population in India. Identifying them as non-native ensures appropriate welfare and quarantine protocols. Authorities coordinate with wildlife experts to assess veterinary needs and potential reintroduction options. The incident highlights vigilance against illegal wildlife trafficking and emphasizes rescue and rehabilitation for endangered species in India.

Five orangutans rescued from Rankotha Forest, Balasore, Odisha.
Rescued orangutans moved to Nandankanan Zoological Park for care.
Orangutans are non-native to India with no wild population here.
Welfare and quarantine protocols are being followed.
Incident underscores anti-trafficking and conservation efforts.

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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

PhonePe launches Cross Border Scan to Pay with Visa at Global Fintech Fest 2026

PhonePe, a leading Indian digital payments platform, announced at Global Fintech Fest 2026 a trio of payment innovations with Visa: Tap to Pay, Cross Border Scan to Pay, and Smart Accept. PhonePe becomes the first Indian app to offer Cross Border Scan to Pay for international transactions, enabling overseas card payments via a smartphone. The integration also bundles Online Device Tokenization, Tap to Pay, and Cross Border Scan to Pay in one ecosystem. Smart Accept expands card-acceptance for micro-merchants, reducing reliance on traditional POS devices. The move could boost cross-border commerce and intensify digital-payments competition in India. This is unfolding as India hosted the BRICS Summit in New Delhi on 12–13 September 2026, underscoring tech cooperation.

PhonePe and Visa launched Tap to Pay, Cross Border Scan to Pay, and Smart Accept.
PhonePe is the first Indian app to enable Cross Border Scan to Pay for international transactions.
Online Device Tokenization, Tap to Pay, and Cross Border Scan to Pay are integrated in one ecosystem.
Smart Accept enables micro-merchants to accept card payments without traditional POS terminals.
BRICS Summit in New Delhi (12–13 September 2026) highlighted technology cooperation and digital-economy themes.

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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

International Space Summit 2026 in Paris signs Indo-French space cooperation

International Space Summit 2026 took place in Paris, France, in September 2026. During the summit, Indian and French private space companies signed three agreements covering satellite launches, space surveillance, and microsatellite technology, signaling growing private-sector collaboration between the two nations. The event saw 51 major announcements across space projects, with investments and contracts totaling nearly €20 billion, reflecting rising global interest in space and Indo-French cooperation. The agreements cover joint ventures, technology sharing, and the development of small satellites to enhance monitoring capabilities. Indian participation highlighted the nation's expanding role in the European and global space economy. This week, the summit underscored accelerating private-sector space activities amid growing international partnerships.

Summit held in Paris, September 2026.
Three Indo-French private space agreements signed: satellite launches, space surveillance, microsatellites.
Total announcements at the summit were 51 with nearly €20 billion in investments.
Indo-French private-sector collaboration is a key feature.
India's role in European and global space activities is expanding.

APNIC 62 conference held in Mumbai highlights internet infrastructure progress

The 62nd Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC) Conference, also known as APNIC 62, was held in Mumbai, Maharashtra, hosted by the National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The gathering brought together internet experts, network operators, policymakers, researchers, and technical professionals from the Asia-Pacific region to discuss internet infrastructure, routing systems, network operations, and digital connectivity. The event underscored India's role in shaping regional internet governance and IP routing standards while highlighting ongoing projects to improve connectivity, data security, and cyber resilience across the subcontinent. Delegates also discussed capacity-building for operators and IPv6 adoption programs.

APNIC 62 held in Mumbai, hosted by NIXI under MeitY.
Attendees included internet experts, operators, policymakers, and researchers.
Focus on internet infrastructure, routing, and digital connectivity.
India's role in regional internet governance and IPv6 adoption highlighted.
Discussions on capacity-building for operators and IPv6 deployment.

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Tripura records zero primary school dropout rate for 2025–26

Tripura has achieved a milestone in education, recording zero primary school dropout rate for Classes 1–5 in the 2025–26 academic year, according to UDISE+ data released in September 2026. The state reduced its dropout rate from 2.21% in 2013–14 to zero in 2025–26, while secondary dropout also declined. Authorities credit foundational education reforms, including the NIPUN Bharat Mission and Saksham Tripura, which focus on learning outcomes, early literacy, and learner support. The achievement aligns with national goals to improve school participation and data accuracy. Education officials emphasize continued monitoring and investment in teaching quality, infrastructure, and community engagement to sustain gains.

UDISE+ 2025–26 shows Tripura’s zero primary dropout rate for Classes 1–5.
Dropout rate fell from 2.21% in 2013–14 to zero by 2025–26.
NIPUN Bharat Mission and Saksham Tripura contributed to the progress.
Focus on foundational education and learning outcomes.
Sustaining gains requires ongoing investment in teaching and infrastructure.

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General Awareness

Daily G.K. - Top Stories

11 Sep 2026

DAILY G.K. TEST

ENVIRONMENT

Five orangutans rescued from Rankotha Forest, Odisha, moved to Nandankanan

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

PhonePe launches Cross Border Scan to Pay with Visa at Global Fintech Fest 2026

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

International Space Summit 2026 in Paris signs Indo-French space cooperation

APNIC 62 conference held in Mumbai highlights internet infrastructure progress

GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION

Tripura records zero primary school dropout rate for 2025–26

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