Daily Current Affairs — 7 September 2026 — UPSC
**8 stories for UPSC today**, across Agriculture & Rural, Polity, Economy, Defence and Environment. Leading today: Ranvaji Mahotsav gives women's savings groups market access
**6 stories for Maharashtra today**, across Agriculture & Rural, Polity, Economy and Environment. Leading today: Ranvaji Mahotsav gives women's savings groups market access
**7 stories for SSC today**, across Agriculture & Rural, Polity, Economy, Defence and Environment. Leading today: Ranvaji Mahotsav gives women's savings groups market access
**2 stories for Banking today**, across Agriculture & Rural and Economy. Leading today: Ranvaji Mahotsav gives women's savings groups market access
Ranvaji Mahotsav provides women's savings groups with market access for their products. Organised under the Rural Development Department, the festival runs for three days.
The Prime Minister cited India's 7.8 percent quarterly growth and said a Japanese credit rating agency had upgraded India's rating in the same period. In the speech, published by PIB on 05 SEP 2026, he said electricity production increased by 9 percent and vehicle sales grew by more than 20 percent between April and June. He added, "Growth in steel and cement consumption increased by 8 percent."
A high-level committee chaired by V. Radha will study recruitment examination procedures and recommend improvements in transparency, security, trustworthiness and impartiality. Radha is Additional Chief Secretary (Services) in the General Administration Department.
The Sarang Helicopter Display Team of the Indian Air Force has reached Egypt for the 2nd EI Alamein International Airshow. The event is scheduled from 08 to 10 September 2026 at EI Alamein International Airport, where the team will perform choreographed flying displays.
A three-year roadmap for a drug-free India covers July 2026 to July 2029. The Ministry of Home Affairs and all state governments are working together on it. A model for forming dedicated Anti-Narcotics Task Forces was sent to all states and Union Territories.
Jatayu Conservation Breeding Centre (JCBC), Pinjore, housed 356 vultures and successfully bred 35 chicks during 2025–26. The centre breeds White-rumped, Long-billed and Slender-billed Vultures for conservation. The Union Minister visited the facility, reviewed a presentation on the centre and interacted with officials involved in vulture conservation.
Goa's conviction rate rose from 22% to 53%, a PIB Delhi statement said, crediting three Naveen Nyay Sanhitas and effective ICJS implementation. Courts can decide criminal matters within 6 to 8 months, it said.
Bhagwat Prasad Makwana has been appointed as Chairperson of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK), with Kaishab Bihari appointed as Vice-Chairperson. The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, made the appointments. Manoj Kumar Balmiki, Sushma Gaudiyal and Ravi Ramu Kalose have been appointed as Members of the Commission. Sushma Gaudiyal is a returning Member of the NCSK.
Ranvaji Mahotsav festival provides market access to women's savings groups for traditional products.
Rural Development Department
Minister Girish Mahajan
Three days
Provide market access for local and traditional food products
Women's savings groups gain market access to their products through the Ranvaji Mahotsav festival
Women's savings groups
Maharashtra formed a high-level committee for transparent and secure recruitment exams.
High-level committee established to study recruitment examination procedures and recommend improvements
General Administration Department
V. Radha appointed chairperson of Maharashtra's recruitment examination reform committee.
Chairperson of the high-level committee for recruitment examination reforms
High-level committee for recruitment examination reforms
Chief Minister of Maharashtra
India's quarterly growth reached 7.8% in April-June.
April to June
up
7.8%
Electricity production grew 9% in April-June.
April to June
up
9%
Vehicle sales surged more than 20% in April-June.
April to June
up
more than 20%
Steel and cement consumption grew 8% in April-June.
April to June
up
8%
Bhagwat Prasad Makwana appointed Chairperson of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Chairperson
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Kaishab Bihari appointed Vice-Chairperson of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Vice-Chairperson
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Manoj Kumar Balmiki appointed Member of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Member
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Sushma Gaudiyal appointed Member of NCSK until March 31, 2028; returning member.
Member
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Returning member
Ravi Ramu Kalose appointed Member of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Member
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
IAF's SARANG Helicopter Display Team participates in the 2nd EI Alamein International Airshow, Egypt.
2nd
10 September 2026
EI Alamein International Airport
Indian Air Force SARANG Helicopter Display Team
India, Egypt
Showcase precision, professionalism and flying skills through meticulously choreographed displays, reflecting growing defence and diplomatic ties between India and Egypt
Jatayu Conservation Breeding Centre Pinjore received Union Minister's visit during Vulture Awareness Day.
Union Environment Minister visited during International Vulture Awareness Day; centre undertakes conservation breeding of vultures.
Pinjore, Haryana, India
Housed 356 vultures and bred 35 chicks during 2025–26; trained 1,222 participants from 22 institutions.
Three-year roadmap for narcotics control to create drug-free India by 2029.
Ministry of Home Affairs
all states and Union Territories
Four pillars: intelligence and operation-based enforcement, precursor and synthetic drugs control, demand and harm reduction, and capacity building and coordination
In Goa, the conviction rate surged to 53% from 22% after Naveen Nyay Sanhita implementation.
Goa
Increased conviction rate from 22% to 53% and enabled case resolution within 6 to 8 months
Read the day, then drill exactly what you read. Free to view — sign in to attempt and check your answers.
Ranvaji Mahotsav festival provides market access to women's savings groups for traditional products.
Rural Development Department
Minister Girish Mahajan
Three days
Provide market access for local and traditional food products
Women's savings groups gain market access to their products through the Ranvaji Mahotsav festival
Women's savings groups
Maharashtra formed a high-level committee for transparent and secure recruitment exams.
High-level committee established to study recruitment examination procedures and recommend improvements
General Administration Department
V. Radha appointed chairperson of Maharashtra's recruitment examination reform committee.
Chairperson of the high-level committee for recruitment examination reforms
High-level committee for recruitment examination reforms
Chief Minister of Maharashtra
India's quarterly growth reached 7.8% in April-June.
April to June
up
7.8%
Electricity production grew 9% in April-June.
April to June
up
9%
Vehicle sales surged more than 20% in April-June.
April to June
up
more than 20%
Steel and cement consumption grew 8% in April-June.
April to June
up
8%
Bhagwat Prasad Makwana appointed Chairperson of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Chairperson
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Kaishab Bihari appointed Vice-Chairperson of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Vice-Chairperson
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Manoj Kumar Balmiki appointed Member of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Member
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Sushma Gaudiyal appointed Member of NCSK until March 31, 2028; returning member.
Member
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Returning member
Ravi Ramu Kalose appointed Member of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Member
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Jatayu Conservation Breeding Centre Pinjore received Union Minister's visit during Vulture Awareness Day.
Union Environment Minister visited during International Vulture Awareness Day; centre undertakes conservation breeding of vultures.
Pinjore, Haryana, India
Housed 356 vultures and bred 35 chicks during 2025–26; trained 1,222 participants from 22 institutions.
Three-year roadmap for narcotics control to create drug-free India by 2029.
Ministry of Home Affairs
all states and Union Territories
Four pillars: intelligence and operation-based enforcement, precursor and synthetic drugs control, demand and harm reduction, and capacity building and coordination
Read the day, then drill exactly what you read. Free to view — sign in to attempt and check your answers.
Ranvaji Mahotsav festival provides market access to women's savings groups for traditional products.
Women's savings groups
Rural Development Department
Minister Girish Mahajan
Three days
Provide market access for local and traditional food products
Women's savings groups gain market access to their products through the Ranvaji Mahotsav festival
Maharashtra formed a high-level committee for transparent and secure recruitment exams.
High-level committee established to study recruitment examination procedures and recommend improvements
General Administration Department
V. Radha appointed chairperson of Maharashtra's recruitment examination reform committee.
Chairperson of the high-level committee for recruitment examination reforms
High-level committee for recruitment examination reforms
Chief Minister of Maharashtra
India's quarterly growth reached 7.8% in April-June.
7.8%
April to June
up
Electricity production grew 9% in April-June.
9%
April to June
up
Vehicle sales surged more than 20% in April-June.
more than 20%
April to June
up
Steel and cement consumption grew 8% in April-June.
8%
April to June
up
Bhagwat Prasad Makwana appointed Chairperson of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Chairperson
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Kaishab Bihari appointed Vice-Chairperson of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Vice-Chairperson
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Manoj Kumar Balmiki appointed Member of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Member
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Sushma Gaudiyal appointed Member of NCSK until March 31, 2028; returning member.
Member
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Returning member
Ravi Ramu Kalose appointed Member of NCSK until 31 March 2028.
Member
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
IAF's SARANG Helicopter Display Team participates in the 2nd EI Alamein International Airshow, Egypt.
10 September 2026
2nd
EI Alamein International Airport
Indian Air Force SARANG Helicopter Display Team
India, Egypt
Showcase precision, professionalism and flying skills through meticulously choreographed displays, reflecting growing defence and diplomatic ties between India and Egypt
Jatayu Conservation Breeding Centre Pinjore received Union Minister's visit during Vulture Awareness Day.
Union Environment Minister visited during International Vulture Awareness Day; centre undertakes conservation breeding of vultures.
Pinjore, Haryana, India
Housed 356 vultures and bred 35 chicks during 2025–26; trained 1,222 participants from 22 institutions.
Three-year roadmap for narcotics control to create drug-free India by 2029.
Ministry of Home Affairs
all states and Union Territories
Four pillars: intelligence and operation-based enforcement, precursor and synthetic drugs control, demand and harm reduction, and capacity building and coordination
Read the day, then drill exactly what you read. Free to view — sign in to attempt and check your answers.
Ranvaji Mahotsav festival provides market access to women's savings groups for traditional products.
Women's savings groups
Rural Development Department
Minister Girish Mahajan
Three days
Provide market access for local and traditional food products
Women's savings groups gain market access to their products through the Ranvaji Mahotsav festival
India's quarterly growth reached 7.8% in April-June.
7.8%
April to June
up
Electricity production grew 9% in April-June.
9%
April to June
up
Vehicle sales surged more than 20% in April-June.
more than 20%
April to June
up
Steel and cement consumption grew 8% in April-June.
8%
April to June
up
Read the day, then drill exactly what you read. Free to view — sign in to attempt and check your answers.
Join the email-first launch list for a cited, exam-tagged daily digest. Telegram and WhatsApp delivery are planned for later. Leave anytime.
