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The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) hosted a session under its 'Meet the Legend' programme for the 8th Post Graduate Insolvency Programme (PGIP) cohort, focusing on the interface between the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016. Delivered by Shri Balesh Kumar, Member of the Appellate Tribunal, the lecture covered the PMLA framework, stages of money laundering, key legal provisions, and judicial precedents. Discussions emphasized the practical complexities when corporate debtor assets face attachment under PMLA during insolvency resolution, highlighting the evolving judicial approach to harmonizing insolvency objectives with anti-money laundering enforcement.

The 72nd National Film Awards, instituted in 1954 and conferred annually by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, recognize outstanding creative and technical achievements across feature films, non-feature films, and writing on cinema. The awards ceremony for the 2024 films is scheduled at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, marking a policy shift to take the event beyond the national capital. Key winners include 'Article 370' for Best Feature Film and actor Anant Nag for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. The release highlights the evolution of the awards, the significance of regional and linguistic diversity in Indian cinema, and the economic scale of India's media and entertainment sector.

The Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice is holding a regional workshop under the DISHA 2.0 (Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice) Scheme in Goa. The event aims to strengthen technology-enabled legal services, legal awareness initiatives, and pro bono legal assistance. Key highlights include the showcase of reels from the "Nyaya Prabodh: Awakening to Justice" campaign, the launch of a slogan competition, a documentary on DISHA 2.0 achievements in Goa, and live interactions with Tele-Law beneficiaries, panel lawyers, village-level entrepreneurs, and students. The workshop emphasizes collaborative efforts for citizen-centric justice delivery.

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the new Office-cum-Court Complex of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) Jammu Bench at Bahu Plaza. Highlighting the performance of the Jammu and Srinagar Benches, it was noted that they handled a combined total of 41,389 cases comprising transferred and freshly instituted matters up to June 30, 2026, maintaining low pendency and an appeal rate of only 8% to the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir. Established under the Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985, CAT aims to provide speedy and affordable justice in service matters for government employees while reducing the burden on constitutional courts. The event also underscored broader administrative updates, including infrastructure developments across various CAT benches and the adoption of digital technologies like e-filing, the Advance Case Information System, and capacity building via Mission Karmayogi.

The President of India graced the valedictory session of the International Conference on 'The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics', organized by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in New Delhi. Highlighting that climate change creates imbalances impacting food security, health, livelihoods, biodiversity, and water resources, the President called for community-based and people-centric adaptation approaches rooted in traditional knowledge. She emphasized the role of sustainable afforestation in restoring ecosystems, noted that developing countries must balance resilience with development aspirations, and cited India's 'Mission LiFE' initiative as an example of fostering environmental awareness through public participation.

The President of India addressed the valedictory session of the National Green Tribunal’s international conference on ‘The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics’ in New Delhi. The two-day event brought together stakeholders from 17 countries, UNEP, and the Asian Development Bank to discuss judicial, scientific, and policy approaches to environmental governance. Dignitaries emphasized balancing development with conservation, community-based climate adaptation, ecocentric legal approaches, and translating climate commitments into effective action. During the event, Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal released the NGT souvenir 'Harit Nyayam'.

Coal India Limited (CIL) is expanding its operations beyond traditional coal mining into a diversified, technology-driven portfolio encompassing energy, minerals, advanced materials, and research and development. Organized across five business platforms—coal gasification and chemicals, thermal power, renewables and storage, critical minerals and advanced materials, and diversified minerals—the strategy focuses on import substitution, energy and mineral security, and low-carbon growth. Major initiatives include coal-to-chemicals projects, an ultra-supercritical thermal power expansion, solar and floating solar projects, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and critical mineral exploration such as graphite and rare earth elements. Additionally, CIL’s R&D framework is governed by independent 2026 guidelines, supported by academic partnerships and Centres of Excellence, and backed by a growing R&D budget.

The Ministry of Jal Shakti is organizing the 9th India International Water Week (IIWW) 2026 from September 22–26 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, under the theme "Climate Resilient Water Management." To be inaugurated by the Vice-President of India, the five-day event brings together policymakers, international organizations, researchers, and industry partners. The Netherlands and Germany are participating as Partner Countries, alongside fourteen Partner States and six Partner Ministries. The program features ten major forums, seven key sub-themes covering water governance and financing, an international technology exhibition, and the Second International WASH Conference 2026.

Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh inaugurated the 77th Foundation Day of the Central Silk Board in Bengaluru. The government stated that India's silk production has grown from 26,000 metric tonnes in 2014 to 42,000 metric tonnes, with targets set to reach 60,000 metric tonnes by 2030-31 and to make India the global leader in silk production by 2028-29. Initiatives include organizing 'Best Silk Farmer' award competitions, deploying modern technologies like AI, GIS, and Machine Learning, and strengthening the sericulture value chain to increase farmers' annual incomes.

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports organised the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh under the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat – 100 Weeks Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan' across more than 1,000 locations nationwide. The event saw the participation of over 4 lakh youth and citizens, engaging across 460 MY Bharat Districts, partner organisations, spiritual bodies, industry associations, and universities. The programme featured a Nasha Mukt Pledge, signature campaigns, and youth-led discussions. The campaign is structured around three themes: My Health, My Pride; Fit Youth, Addiction-Free Youth; and Life Skills Month.

The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), Manesar, hosted a session on 'IBC as an Evolving Law Through the Amendments' under its 'Meet the Legend' programme. The session featured Dr. M.S. Sahoo, former Chairperson of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI). Discussions centered on the dynamic evolution of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) through successive amendments, regulatory developments, and economic experimentation. Speakers noted that markets evolve faster than litigation, rendering subordinate legislation and regulatory mechanisms crucial instruments for responding to emerging market realities and practical challenges.

The Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, is organizing a Regional Workshop under the DISHA (Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice) 2.0 Scheme in Goa. The workshop focuses on strengthening access to justice through technology-enabled legal services, legal awareness, and pro bono legal assistance. Key highlights include showcasing reels from the 'Nyaya Prabodh' campaign, launching a slogan competition, screening a documentary on DISHA 2.0 achievements in Goa, and holding interactions with beneficiaries of Tele-Law, panel lawyers, Village Level Entrepreneurs, and Nyaya Sahayaks to evaluate grassroots legal service delivery.

Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh and West Bengal Chief Minister Shri Suvendu Adhikari are co-chairing a review meeting on the implementation of fisheries and aquaculture development schemes in West Bengal, organized by the Department of Fisheries, Government of India, in Kolkata on September 21, 2026. The meeting focuses on charting a roadmap for sustainable growth, enhancing production, strengthening market linkages, and value chain development. West Bengal is the country's second-largest fish-producing state, recording 25.43 lakh tonnes of fish production in 2025–26, supported by investments and notified production clusters.

The Indian Air Force's Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) performed an air show in Meerut for the first time on September 19 and 20, 2026, under the "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan". Over 1 lakh people, including students, NCC cadets, and NSS volunteers, attended the event. SKAT utilized nine red-and-white Hawk Mk 132 aircraft licence-manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), featuring indigenous smoke pods developed at the Base Repair Depot, Nashik. Established in 1996, SKAT is Asia's only nine-aircraft aerobatic team and has completed over 800 shows in its 30-year history.

Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya led the 91st edition of 'Sundays on Cycle' at Meijō Park in Nagoya, Japan. The event brought together the Indian diaspora to cheer for the Indian contingent participating in the Asian Games 2026. The initiative highlights people-to-people connections, fitness promotion under the Fit India Movement, and support for the over 500 young Indian athletes participating in the continental games. The program is an extension of the regular nationwide 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' drive organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in collaboration with various bodies.

President Smt. Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to visit Gujarat from September 21 to 23, 2026. Her itinerary includes presiding over the 72nd National Film Awards presentation ceremony at Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, on September 22. On September 23, she will attend the 75th annual convocation ceremony of the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda in Vadodara. Additionally, she will inaugurate the ‘Global Spiritual Palace’ Retreat Centre and launch two campaigns by the Brahma Kumaris: ‘Spiritual Awakening for World Renewal’ and ‘Youth for Viksit Bharat: Awakening Inner Strength for Nation Building’.

Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan will visit Tamil Nadu on September 21, 2026, to participate as the Chief Guest at the Centenary Conference of the UPASI (United Planters’ Association of Southern India) Tea Research Foundation (UPASI TRF) held in Coonoor, The Nilgiris. The UPASI Tea Research Foundation is a scientific research institution serving the tea industry of South India, tracing its origins back to October 1926 when it was established as the Tea Experimental Station at Gudalur.

The Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, extended his congratulations to shooter Elavenil Valarivan for securing a Silver Medal in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle Individual event at the Asian Games. The Prime Minister noted that this achievement marked her second medal of the day and commended the performance of Indian shooters in the international competition.

The Prime Minister expressed grief over the demise of journalist Payal Mehta, recalling her as a hardworking and dedicated journalist who brought a deep understanding of national issues to her reporting and was known for her warmth and kindness.

The Prime Minister of India has issued a congratulatory message to shooters Sonam Uttam Maskar, Elavenil Valarivan, and Vidarsa K Vinod. The athletes were recognized for winning a Silver Medal in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle event at the Asian Games 2026.