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The Ministry of Defence is organising IAF Dronathon-2026 to provide domestic manufacturers an opportunity to showcase their capabilities in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS). Scheduled at the Pokhran range, Jaisalmer, from September 14 to 16, 2026, the event features static displays and live demonstrations to evaluate combat effectiveness and identify contemporary solutions. Key focus areas include surveillance and reconnaissance, autonomous operations, swarm technologies, and electronic warfare. The initiative aligns with Atmanirbhar Bharat by integrating industry experts, start-ups, and innovators to bolster the indigenous defence ecosystem.

Union Minister of State for MSME, Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, is scheduled to inaugurate a ₹156 crore Technology Centre at Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka, on 10 September 2026. Developed across 10 acres with an investment by the Ministry of MSME and land provided by the Government of Karnataka, the facility features modern training, production, administrative, and residential infrastructure. Focused primarily on the Electronics System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM) sector, the Centre is equipped with advanced machinery and laboratories to provide MSMEs with access to cutting-edge technologies, testing, prototyping, and advisory support. Additionally, the Centre is equipped to train 10,000 youth annually in specialized technical skills, thereby supporting local industry ecosystems and employment generation.

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC), in association with the MC²⁺ Foundation, hosted the Mumbai City Connect of the MC²⁺ Ignite energy innovation accelerator at IIT Bombay. A tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the MC²⁺ Foundation, IIT Bombay, and the Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (SINE), IIT Bombay, to strengthen collaboration between industry, academia, and startups. The accelerator aims to support up to 30 high-potential early-stage startups with funding of up to ₹2 crore per startup across seven thematic areas, including AI-driven Subsurface Intelligence, hydrogen and mobility, and bioenergy.

Researchers at the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have developed a bi-layered single-piece dental implant combining titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V) and yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ). Fabricated using Spark Plasma Sintering (SPS), the implant integrates the load-bearing strength of titanium alloy with the wear-resistant and aesthetic qualities of zirconia. This single-piece structure addresses the limitations of traditional multi-component implants—such as micromovements, corrosion, and the need for multiple surgical procedures—thereby reducing surgical complexity, patient discomfort, and improving long-term stability and biocompatibility.

Union Minister of State for Education, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, spoke at the national-level celebration of International Literacy Day 2026 in New Delhi, stating that literacy and education must be reimagined as instruments of empowerment, active citizenship, financial literacy, and digital literacy. Highlighting the ULLAS - Nav Bharat Saakasharta Karyakam initiative, he noted its role in empowering learners with confidence and dignity. The event featured addresses by state education ministers and officials, noting achievements like Tripura's 95.6% literacy rate. The Ministry of Education is organizing a Literacy Fortnight from September 1-14, 2026, alongside an ULLAS Mela, to foster mass participation and foundational literacy.

Researchers at the ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun (ICAR-NRC on Mithun) in Nagaland, in collaboration with other institutions, have developed an artificial intelligence-based system for the real-time detection and tracking of Mithun (Bos frontalis) behaviour in a natural farm environment. Known as the 'Cattle of the Hills', the Mithun holds cultural and economic importance in Northeast India. The framework uses 12 high-definition CCTV cameras, the YOLOv8n model for behaviour detection, and DeepSORT technology for tracking individuals. It monitors four key behaviours—feeding, standing, lying, and mounting—under day-and-night conditions, achieving high precision scores and processing speeds. The technology aims to overcome the limitations of manual observation and support livestock health, welfare, and reproductive management.

The President of India has issued an order appointing Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, to perform the functions of the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir. This appointment is an additional duty assigned to him during the period of absence on leave of the incumbent Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha.

The release details the journey of 26-year-old Diwakar Kumar from Bihar, who progressed from a skilled sewer and septic tank worker to a self-reliant Swachhta Udyami under the NAMASTE-SUY Initiative. After gaining experience operating Jetting-cum-Grabber Machines in Noida, he applied for assistance under the Swachhta Udyami Yojana component of the NAMASTE Initiative. He received financial backing consisting of an upfront capital subsidy and a loan totaling a project cost of Rs. 14,77,500, enabling him to procure a sanitation vehicle and machinery. The intervention enhanced his earning capacity, allowing him to achieve financial security and independence.

The Income Tax Department, Nagpur, is scheduled to organise the 20th tranche of the National Rozgar Mela on September 19, 2026, at the National Fire Service College, Nagpur. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will address the gathering via video conferencing, and a Union Minister of cabinet rank will attend in person. The programme aims to facilitate newly appointed candidates beginning their professional careers in public service. The National Rozgar Mela serves as a government initiative focused on youth employment generation, empowerment, and workforce strengthening across various government departments and organisations.

The Press Information Bureau release details the educational and professional journey of Dr. M. K. Ponselvakumari from Karaikal district in Puducherry, highlighting the impact of the National Fellowship for Scheduled Caste Students (NFSC) Scheme. Facing financial constraints, mobility challenges, and the costs associated with specialized research materials, laboratory access, and outsourced analyses during her doctoral studies, she began receiving assistance under the NFSC Scheme in 2017–18. This fellowship and contingency support enabled her to complete her Ph.D. and secure full-time employment, demonstrating the role of institutional support in facilitating higher education and professional advancement for scholars.

The Ministry of Law and Justice announced the appointment of judges and additional judges to the Chhattisgarh High Court and the Gauhati High Court by the President, in exercise of powers conferred by the Constitution of India and in consultation with the Chief Justice of India. The appointees for the Chhattisgarh High Court as judges include judicial officers Santosh Sharma, Smt. Sushma Sawant, and Sudhir Kumar. Additionally, Nchumbemo Mozhui (Advocate) and Smt. Helen Dawngliani (Judicial Officer) have been appointed as additional judges of the Gauhati High Court.

Ms Asha Shetty, Regional Railway Manager of Konkan Railway, stated that responsible civic behaviour is key to building Viksit Bharat during the inauguration of a five-day multimedia exhibition titled ‘Meri Zimmedari, Mera Viksit Bharat’ at Madgaon Railway Station. Organized by the Central Bureau of Communication (CBC), Goa, in collaboration with Konkan Railway Corporation Limited, the exhibition aims to reach commuters and the public through visual displays and interactive elements. The awareness and behavioural-change initiative highlights that development is a shared responsibility, emphasizing everyday actions like maintaining cleanliness, civic discipline, and respecting public property.

Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan visited the INA Museum at Moirang and Sainik School Imphal in Manipur. During his visit, he paid homage to the Indian National Army, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, and the freedom fighters who made sacrifices during India's freedom struggle. While interacting with cadets at Sainik School Imphal, he emphasized the role of Sainik Schools in fostering national integration under the spirit of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat. He also highlighted the importance of discipline, leadership, patriotism, technological awareness, and performing everyday duties to contribute toward Viksit Bharat.

The Prime Minister paid tribute to Dr. Bhupen Hazarika on his 100th birth anniversary. The Prime Minister remarked that Dr. Hazarika's voice carried the soul of Assam and the Northeast to the nation, and that his music expressed the thoughts of countless people and brought individuals closer. The Prime Minister recalled attending the beginning of the birth centenary celebrations in Guwahati last year and noted that Dr. Hazarika's life and work will continue to inspire future generations.

The Press Information Bureau (PIB), Nagpur, is organising a VARTALAP Media Conference for journalists from Buldhana district on 09 September 2026. The workshop focuses on the theme “Skill Development and Future Opportunities: The Role of Regional Media in Spreading Public Awareness.” It aims to strengthen media awareness regarding skill development, tourism, sustainable development, and Government initiatives. The sessions cover technical sectors relevant to Buldhana's development, PIB's role in disseminating information, the Journalist Welfare Scheme, PIB Fact Check, and interactions between Central Sector Scheme beneficiaries and media representatives.

The President of India will present the 72nd National Film Awards on September 22, 2026, at Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat. Instituted in 1954, the awards honor achievements in feature films, non-feature films, and writing on cinema for the year 2024. As a policy initiative by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, the ceremony is held outside the National Capital to embody the spirit of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'. The announcements include awards for various films, actors, directors, and writing categories across diverse regional languages and genres.

The Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam, which translates to the idea that a discerning individual should extract the essence from all branches of knowledge, regardless of their size, similar to how a bee collects nectar from flowers. The message emphasizes the value of seeking and assimilating wisdom from diverse sources.

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying highlights the growth of India's fisheries and aquaculture sector, positioning the country as the world's second-largest fish producer, second-largest aquaculture producer, and the largest producer and exporter of shrimp. Driven by cumulative government investments exceeding ₹39,272 crore since 2015 and flagship programs like the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), annual fish production and seafood exports have witnessed substantial expansion. The adoption of advanced, resource-efficient technologies such as Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS) and Biofloc technology—which recycle up to 90–95% of water and enable controlled, year-round farming across diverse agro-climatic zones—is central to this modernization. These systems support high-value exports, cold-water fisheries in Himalayan regions, saline-water shrimp farming, and ornamental fish rearing, advancing India's blue economy and Viksit Bharat vision.

At an event in New Delhi, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh stated that India’s defence forces have been granted the freedom and resources to respond decisively to threats, including striking adversaries inside their own territory. Highlighting shifts in India's defence strategy from reactive to proactive, he mentioned milestones like the abrogation of Article 370, military actions such as Surgical Strikes, the Balakot Airstrike, and Operation Sindoor, alongside the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. He emphasized that India's policy focuses on indigenous defence manufacturing, achieving Aatmanirbharta, and modernizing the security apparatus for future-ready warfare encompassing space, cyber space, and emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence. Furthermore, he noted significant growth in domestic defence production, exports, MSME participation, and the expansion of the defence budget over the past 12 years.

This PIB backgrounder details India's position as the world's largest producer of raw jute and a leading producer of jute goods. It covers production statistics for FY 2025-26, historical background including the impact of partition, agro-climatic requirements, and nutritional uses of jute leaves. It outlines government policy measures such as the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for raw jute, the Jute Packaging Materials Act mandating packaging of food grains and sugar, and the Jute Corporation of India's procurement role. Additionally, the note highlights major schemes like the National Jute Development Programme, JUTE-ICARE, and Jute Diversification Scheme, alongside technological interventions like the JUTE-SMART portal and the ISRO-developed Jute Crop Information System.