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NCSC Issues Notice to Punjab Government Over Death of Sangrur Resident Gulzar Singh
The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) has issued a notice to the Punjab Government regarding the death of Gulzar Singh from Sangrur district. The NCSC ordered an inquiry under Article 338 of the Constitution and directed the Chief Secretary and DGP of Punjab to submit a factual and action-taken report within five days. NCSC Chairman Shri Kishor Makwana stated he will visit Sangrur on 10 September 2026 to examine the matter.
Round 1 of Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects Concludes with Overwhelming Response Receiving Seven Applications from Leading Public and Private Sector Companies
Round 1 of the ₹37,500 crore Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects concluded with seven applications from public and private sector companies. The approved scheme aims to promote the conversion of coal and lignite into higher-value products and reduce import dependence. Round 2 of the scheme opens on 8 September 2026.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi lays foundation stones, inaugurates and dedicates to the Nation development projects worth more than ₹35,000 Crore In Vadodara, Gujarat
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated, dedicated to the nation, and laid foundation stones for development projects worth over ₹35,000 crore in Vadodara, Gujarat. The projects span critical sectors including infrastructure, transport, connectivity, manufacturing, and clean energy, marking the historic completion of the 2,800-kilometer Dedicated Freight Corridor.
NCSC Chairman Shri Kishor Makwana to Receive “Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Jan Seva Puraskar 2026”
NCSC Chairman Shri Kishor Makwana will receive the 'Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Jan Seva Puraskar 2026' tomorrow. The award recognizes the National Commission for Scheduled Castes for its contribution to social justice. It will be presented in Delhi during the 16th edition of the Sansad Ratna Awards 2026.
Ministry of Earth Sciences and NIOT Host Industry Outreach Workshop on Deep Sea Mining to Secure India's Critical Mineral Future
The Ministry of Earth Sciences and NIOT hosted an industry outreach workshop in New Delhi on deep-sea mining to discuss business opportunities and strategic importance. The event focused on securing critical mineral supplies, leveraging India's reserves in the Central Indian Ocean Basin and Carlsberg Ridge, and advancing indigenous technology under the Deep Ocean Mission. Discussions also covered industrial integration across sectors like offshore engineering, marine robotics, and metallurgy, alongside the future Exploitation Code of the International Seabed Authority.
7th Global Fintech Fest 2026
India is transforming the global fintech landscape through massive scale, innovation, and its Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), which includes Aadhaar and UPI. The 7th Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 is scheduled to be held in Mumbai from September 8 to 11, 2026, focusing on the theme of Agentic AI, tokenisation, and quantum systems. The event is organized by the Payments Council of India, NPCI, and the Fintech Convergence Council, with support from various government ministries and regulatory bodies.
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurates Day-Care Cancer Facility at Vidisha Medical College; says Tata Memorial Center (TMC) taking comprehensive cancer care closer to people
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated a new Day-Care Cancer Facility at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Government Medical College in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh. Developed with technical support from the Tata Memorial Centre (TMC) and the Department of Atomic Energy, the initiative aims to expand regional cancer-care capabilities, including prevention, early detection, and specialized training. The Minister highlighted that TMC has established 11 institutional units across seven states and collaborates with over 380 cancer centers via the National Cancer Grid.
7th India-Japan Joint Working Group Meeting on Forests held at Bengaluru
The 7th India-Japan Joint Working Group Meeting on Forests was held in Bengaluru on 8th September 2026. Delegations discussed cooperation in Trees Outside Forests, Forest Genetics, and Forest Stack, and endorsed the Roadmap for 2027–2031. They also planned field visits to wood and wildlife facilities in Mysuru and Nagarhole Tiger Reserve.
MoSPI held Workshop on Data Harmonisation for Use of Administrative Data in Data Driven Governance
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) organized a workshop on Data Harmonisation for Use of Administrative Data in Data Driven Governance on September 08, 2026, in New Delhi. The event brought together Statistical Advisers and Chief Data Officers from central government ministries to strengthen the National Data System, promote administrative data use, and launch the Quarterly Progress Report portal. Discussions focused on interoperability, AI-ready data ecosystems, and collaborative data sharing aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047.
CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF ON AN OFFICIAL VISIT TO AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND
Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, Chief of the Naval Staff, is visiting Australia and New Zealand starting September 9, 2026, to strengthen bilateral naval cooperation. The visit focuses on enhancing maritime security, operational interaction, information sharing, and training with the Royal Australian Navy and the Royal New Zealand Navy.
Fresh impetus to India-Morocco defence cooperation: Inaugural Joint Defence Committee meeting held in New Delhi
India and Morocco held their inaugural Joint Defence Committee meeting in New Delhi on September 8, 2026, to expand bilateral defence cooperation. Both sides discussed collaboration in training, peacekeeping, military exercises, cyber defence, and defence industries ahead of their 70th anniversary of bilateral cooperation in 2027.
9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah
The 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026 will be launched on September 9, 2026, under the central theme "Hamari Anganwadi Hamari Jimmedari." It aims to place Anganwadi Centres at the center of community-led action for nutrition, early childhood development, and dietary diversity while commemorating 10 years of the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY).
Progress and Success in the Coal Sector: MCL’s Transformative Journey Since 2014
Driven by government reforms since 2014, India's coal sector has achieved domestic production of 1 Billion Tonne well ahead of schedule. Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) has emerged as India's largest coal-producing company, sustaining over 200 MT of production and dispatch for three consecutive years while maintaining strong profitability and social welfare initiatives.
PM-SETU Strengthens Industry-Led ITI Transformation; 5th National Steering Committee Approves SIPs Worth ₹735.70 Crore
The 5th National Steering Committee of PM-SETU approved Strategic Investment Plans worth ₹735.70 crore for ITI clusters in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Telangana. Chaired by MSDE Secretary Smt Debashree Mukherjee, these approvals bring the total sanctioned investment under the scheme to ₹2,171 crore across 9 ITI clusters. Additionally, a Shareholders' Agreement was signed for the Bhiwadi ITI cluster, making Rajasthan the first state to execute an SHA under PM-SETU.
National Pledge Against Drug Abuse To Commemorate The 6th Anniversary Of The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan; Grand National Event By the End Of This Month
The Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is aiming to mobilize over 10 crore citizens for a National Mass Pledge Against Drug Abuse to mark the 6th anniversary of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA). The ministry held a high-level coordination meeting to discuss the nationwide strategy, which involves various line ministries, educational institutions, and public sector undertakings. Since its launch on August 15, 2020, the campaign has reached over 34.42 crore citizens.
India will always stand firmly with Sri Lanka in times of crisis, says Raksha Mantri as he begins his maiden visit to the island nation
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh began his maiden visit to Sri Lanka by interacting with the Indian diaspora in Colombo on September 08, 2026, where he stated that India will always stand firmly with Sri Lanka in times of crisis. He highlighted India's robust economic growth, doubling of GDP to USD 4 trillion, and significant advancements in defense exports, manufacturing, and infrastructure over the past decade.
Prime Minister shares Sanskrit Subhashitam highlighting the importance of discerning wisdom
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam that emphasizes the importance of gaining wisdom from all sources. The verse highlights that a wise person should extract the essence of knowledge from both large and small branches of learning, similar to how a bee gathers nectar from flowers.
Prime Minister condoles loss of lives in building collapse at Satya Niketan in Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi expressed deep distress over a building collapse at Satya Niketan in Delhi. He extended condolences to the families of the victims, prayed for the injured, and noted that authorities are actively providing assistance at the site.
Prime Minister shares glimpses of conversations during his metro journey to SRCC and back
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi shared a video on X capturing glimpses of his conversations during a metro journey to the SRCC programme and back last evening. The post highlighted various interactions that took place on the metro.
Text of PM’s remarks during inauguration of Swaminarayan Hindu Temple in Paris
Prime Minister addressed the inauguration of the grand Swaminarayan Hindu Temple in Paris, France, highlighting it as a new cultural pillar between India and France. He noted that the temple symbolizes 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' and embodies the spirit of 'Made in India' and 'Built in France'.