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Latest digest · 23 September 2026 · Economy · Teaching. Source-linked reports from PIB, RBI, AIR and national dailies, organised for exam revision.

23 September 20261 story

  1. RBI announces OMO Sale of Government of India Securities

    As announced vide the Press Release 2026-27/1106 dated September 11, 2026, the Reserve Bank will be conducting OMO sale auction of Government of India securities for an aggregate amount of ₹25,000 crore on September 28,…

11 September 20265 stories

  1. IMF describes India as key engine of global growth after country’s economy expanded 7.8% in first quarter of current fiscal

    The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has described India as a key engine of global growth after the country’s economy expanded 7.8 per cent in the first quarter of the current fiscal year.

  2. Money Market Operations as on September 10, 2026

    @ Based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) / Clearing Corporation of India Limited (CCIL). - Not Applicable / No Transaction. @@ Relates to uncollateralized transactions of 15 days to one year tenor. $ Includes refinance fa…

  3. Oil Price Today (September 11): Crude oil soars 13% this week, set to close week above $100 after 4 months. What are experts saying?

    Crude oil prices surged 13% this week to approach $100 per barrel, the highest in four months, driven by escalating Middle East tensions. Iran-aligned Houthi rebels seized a Yemeni port, threatening Red Sea shipping rou…

  4. Oil prices set to end week over $100 for first time in nearly 4 months

    Global oil prices surged toward $100 per barrel for the first time in nearly four months due to escalating attacks on key shipping routes. Houthi control over Yemen's Mocha port and threats in the Strait of Hormuz have…

  5. NPA provisions fall for second straight quarter as bank asset quality improves

    Banks' aggregate loan loss provisioning declined significantly year-on-year for the second consecutive quarter, driven by improved asset quality and fewer fresh slippages. Public sector banks recorded a 19.8% drop in pr…

10 September 202611 stories

  1. RBI to conduct 26-day Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction under LAF

    On a review of the current and evolving liquidity conditions, it has been decided to conduct a Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction on Friday, September 11, 2026, as under: The operational guidelines for the auctio…

  2. Auction of Government of India Dated Securities

    Government of India (GoI) has announced the sale (re-issue) of two dated securities for a notified amount of ₹28,000 crore as per the following details: GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to ₹…

  3. Auction of State Government Securities

    The following State Governments have offered to sell stock by way of auction, for an aggregate amount of ₹35,900 Crore (Face Value). The auction will be conducted on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution (E-Ku…

  4. Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives a telephone call from the Chancellor of Germany

    Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a telephone call today from the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, H.E. Friedrich Merz. As India and Germany celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations this year, P…

  5. Money Market Operations as on September 09, 2026

    @ Based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) / Clearing Corporation of India Limited (CCIL). - Not Applicable / No Transaction. @@ Relates to uncollateralized transactions of 15 days to one year tenor. $ Includes refinance fa…

  6. Connectivity and trust importanct for digital finance to grow, says Jyotiraditya Scindia

    Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia addressed the Global Fintech Fest 2026 in Mumbai, emphasizing that India's fintech revolution is deeply linked to its connectivity revolution. He highlighted emerging technol…

  7. DRI conducts 6 pan-India operations in crackdown on illegal wildlife trade, Arrests 13

    The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) conducted six pan-India operations in the last 10 days, seizing two leopard skins, 180 live Indian Star Tortoises, 12 live Tokay Geckos, 24 kg of Pangolin scales, and 500 gr…

  8. India-Azerbaijan ties could accelerate key INSTC missing link: Expert

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev to advance the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), a 7,200-km multimodal route linking Mumbai to St. Petersburg via Iran and Azerbaija…

  9. Fifty districts drive a third of the informal economy, women lead the way in 25; GVA per worker exceeds all-India average of Rs 1.6 lakh in 280 districts

    Fifty districts account for one-third of India's unincorporated enterprise GVA, with 280 districts exceeding the national average GVA per worker of Rs 1.6 lakh. Women lead ownership in over 25 districts, notably in Tela…

  10. Focus should be on price stability as supply shocks rise, says BIS chief Pablo Hernández de Cos

    BIS Chief Pablo Hernández de Cos emphasized the need for central banks to prioritize price stability amid rising supply shocks, highlighting energy price monitoring and second-round inflation risks. He stressed global r…

  11. India's exports under free trade pacts grew faster than imports in April-July: Piyush Goyal

    India's exports under free trade agreements grew 23.9% to USD 57.2 billion in April-July 2024, outpacing imports and narrowing the trade deficit with FTA partners from USD 34.2 billion to USD 32.6 billion. Overall merch…

9 September 202613 stories

  1. Foreign Exchange Turnover Data: August 17, 2026 – August 21, 2026

    The Reserve Bank of India today released the data showing daily merchant and Inter-Bank transactions in foreign exchange for the period August 17, 2026 – August 21, 2026. Ajit Prasad

  2. Foreign Exchange Turnover Data: August 03, 2026 – August 07, 2026

    The Reserve Bank of India today released the data showing daily merchant and Inter-Bank transactions in foreign exchange for the period August 03, 2026 – August 07, 2026. Ajit Prasad

  3. Foreign Exchange Turnover Data: August 24, 2026 – August 28, 2026

    The Reserve Bank of India today released the data showing daily merchant and Inter-Bank transactions in foreign exchange for the period August 24, 2026 – August 28, 2026. Ajit Prasad

  4. Foreign Exchange Turnover Data: August 10, 2026 – August 14, 2026

    The Reserve Bank of India today released the data showing daily merchant and Inter-Bank transactions in foreign exchange for the period August 10, 2026 – August 14, 2026. Ajit Prasad

  5. RBI to conduct Overnight Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction under LAF on September 10, 2026

    On a review of current and evolving liquidity conditions, it has been decided to conduct a Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction on Thursday, September 10, 2026, as under: The operational guidelines for the auction…

  6. Reserve Money for the fortnight ended on August 31, 2026

    The Reserve Bank has today released data on Reserve Money for the fortnight ended August 31, 2026. Ajit Prasad

  7. Piyush Goyal to meet Russian ministers to advance EAEU trade deal talks

    Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will meet Russian and EAEU ministers to advance trade pact negotiations, which are in advanced stages. India aims to diversify export markets and reduce its significant trade deficit with…

  8. El Nino effect: Monsoon deficit hits 15%; Key pulses and oilseeds at risk

    India faces a 15% monsoon rainfall deficit affecting nearly half its districts, threatening kharif crops like pulses and soybeans. The shortfall is worsened by high temperatures increasing moisture stress in key agricul…

  9. ‘Merchandise exports grew over 15%’: Piyush Goyal sees strong export growth despite global turmoil

    Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced India's merchandise exports grew over 15% during April-August FY25 despite global uncertainties. He emphasized expanding trade with BRICS nations. Official August trade data will…

  10. India’s merchandise exports jump 15% despite global headwinds: Piyush Goyal

    India's merchandise exports grew over 15% from April to August, signaling resilience amid global headwinds. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted ambitious export targets for the next fiscal year and emphasized BRI…

  11. Next phase of PM-KUSUM may be OKed soon: Pralhad Joshi

    Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced the upcoming phase of PM-KUSUM will include a dedicated agrivoltaics component enabling farmers to generate solar power while continuing cultivation on the same land. The scheme ta…

  12. Oil jumps $1 in early trade after Iran launches missiles at Jordan

    Oil prices surged $1 after Iran launched missile strikes on U.S. military targets in Jordan, claimed by the Revolutionary Guards. Jordan's air defenses intercepted most missiles with no casualties reported. U.S. Secreta…

  13. JPMorgan, Jane Street probes show India scrutinizing Wall Street

    SEBI is intensifying regulatory scrutiny on major global financial firms including JPMorgan, Jane Street, Bank of America, and Capital Group over alleged market misconduct. The crackdown aims to protect retail investors…

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