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5 September 2026 · exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 5 September 2026
AI summaries of PIB, RBI, All India Radio and national newspaper reports, organised for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway and State-PSC revision. Every story links to its source.
24 current-affairs updates for major exams.
Eight High Court judges were elevated as Chief Justices across various High Courts, including the Rajasthan High Court appointment which occurred amid controversy surrounding the Acting Chief Justice. These appointments…
Read full storyIndia and the US held high-level talks on advancing bilateral civil nuclear cooperation, with Atomic Energy Commission Chairman Ajit Kumar Mohanty meeting US Energy Secretary Chris Wright in Washington. The discussions…
Read full storyCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal led India's largest-ever business delegation (200+ representatives) to Japan from 24-27 August, addressing Keidanren (Japan Business Federation) and holding meetings with top Japanese firm…
Read full storyFATF Vice President Vivek Aggarwal met IFSCA Executive Directors Dipesh Shah and K. Mahipal Reddy in New Delhi to discuss regulatory cooperation in combating illicit finance. The meeting underscores India's growing role…
Read full storyDefence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh concluded a two-day visit to Armenia (April 2025) to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation. He held high-level meetings with Deputy Defence Minister Karen Brutyan and First Deputy…
Read full storyIndian Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth was conferred the Honorary Rank of General of the Nepali Army by Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel at Sheetal Niwas, Kathmandu. This ceremonial honour reflects the longstanding trad…
Read full storyA task force headed by the Secretary, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, has recommended amendments to the Rules under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. Key proposals include establishing dedicate…
Read full storyThe Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has extended the tenure of Enforcement Directorate Director Rahul Navin by one year, effective from August 13, 2024 to August 13, 2025. This extension will continue beyond his s…
Read full storyVice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan launched the 'Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan' in Andaman & Nicobar Islands on August 9, 2026 (August Kranti Diwas), hoisting the National Flag at Flag Point, Sri Vijaya Puram — the historic s…
Read full storyUnion Education Minister Pralhad Joshi convened a meeting with the Education Ministry Secretary and senior officials to review key matters concerning the National Testing Agency (NTA). The deliberations focused on stren…
Read full storyThe Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved one-year tenure extensions for Cabinet Secretary Dr. T.V. Somanathan and Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan beyond August 30, 2026. Dr. Somanathan, a 1987-batch IA…
Read full storyThe Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a one-year extension for T.V. Somanathan as Cabinet Secretary beyond August 30, 2026. This marks a rare extension for the top b…
Read full storyPresident Droupadi Murmu will undertake state visits to Moldova, North Macedonia, and Romania from 19th to 25th of this month, marking the first-ever presidential visit to Moldova and North Macedonia. The visits are at…
Read full storyThe Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) is facing scrutiny over the preparation of rank lists for three chief-level posts, leading to allegations of irregularities in the valuation process. The Minister has called fo…
Read full storyAir Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann has been appointed as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Indian Air Force’s Southern Air Command. This appointment is significant as it reflects the strategic importance of the Sout…
Read full storyOver 100 individuals from India and Pakistan have signed an open letter urging Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Shehbaz Sharif to engage in dialogue regarding Kashmir and to resume bilateral relations. The initiative,…
Read full storyGadi Eisenkot, the former Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces, has officially launched his election campaign aimed at unseating Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This announcement comes four months prior to the…
Read full storyOn July 1, the Chief Minister will distribute pensions in Punnapuvaripalem, Nellore district, marking a significant event for the local populace. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to supporting vulner…
Read full storyMuhoozi Kainerugaba, the head of Uganda's military and son of President Yoweri Museveni, has intensified his grip on power by shutting down a leading independent media group. This move follows a series of arrests of pol…
Read full storyThe Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, A. Revanth Reddy, is reshuffling the bureaucratic structure to enhance governance and service delivery ahead of the upcoming elections. This strategic move includes the appointment…
Read full storyThe National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has requested reports from the Director General of Police (DGP) and the Chief Secretary regarding the custodial death of Sai Krishna, highlighting potential violations of Arti…
Read full storyThe government has sanctioned 152 posts to enhance the operational capacity of family health centres, which are crucial for public health in India. These posts include Medical Officers and Nursing Officers, aimed at add…
Read full storyMahesh Dixit has been appointed as the new chief of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), a key position in India's internal security apparatus. His appointment is significant as he is currently engaged in discussions with civi…
Read full storyNATO Chief's visit to the White House comes amid President Trump's renewed threats to withdraw from the alliance, which has been a cornerstone of transatlantic security for 77 years. This meeting is crucial ahead of the…
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