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2 October 2026 · exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 2 October 2026
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The country’s foreign exchange reserves declined by 18.3 billion US dollars (USD) to 747.5 billion US dollars during the week ended the 25th of September. According to Reserve Bank of India data, Foreign currency assets…
Read full storyThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed Shri Sudhakar Malli as Executive Director (ED) with effect from October 1, 2026. Prior to his promotion as ED, Shri Sudhakar was serving as Chief General Manager-in-Charge o…
Read full storyUnion Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal participated in the concluding day of the G20 Trade Ministers’ Meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and spoke in sessions on structural excess capacity and productio…
Read full storyCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal held bilateral meetings with his counterparts from France, Canada, Saudi Arabia and South Korea on the sidelines of the G20 Trade Ministers’ Meeting in Milwaukee, the United S…
Read full storyCanadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu has said Canada wants to support India’s economic growth through deeper cooperation in energy, critical minerals and aerospace. Speaking on the sidelines of the G20 T…
Read full storyBrazil and India are moving to significantly expand their existing preferential trade agreement with Mercosur, the South American trade bloc that includes Brazil and other South American economies. Brazilian Development…
Read full storyThe Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026, will come into force from October 1st. The Act, which received the President’s assent on 13th of August, will replace the Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 1891. The Act will provide fo…
Read full storyThe Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved implementation of the ITMS Project by Delhi Police at an estimated cost of Rs.1,789.52 crore, inclusive of…
Read full storyThe Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a 50-million-dollar loan agreement with Modern Syntex Limited (MSL) to expand energy-efficient polyester chips production in Bangladesh. Under the Modern Energy-Efficient Poly…
Read full storyToday, the Reserve Bank released data relating to India’s International Investment Position for end-June 2026[1]. Key highlights of India’s IIP in end-June 2026:
Read full storyUnion Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, H. D. Kumaraswamy on Wednesday unveiled and digitally launched the Impact Report of the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) Industry Accelerator Project at Navigyaan 2026 in…
Read full storyThe draft Petroleum (Amendment) Bill, 2026, along with an explanatory note providing a brief overview of the amendments, has been hosted on the website of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on 30th September, 202…
Read full storyThe expression 'Banking System' or 'Banks' means the banks and any other financial institution referred to in sub-clauses (i) to (vi) of clause (d) of the explanation below Section 42(1) of the Reserve Bank of India Act…
Read full storyFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has urged Qatari businesses to actively explore trade and investment partnerships with India and further strengthen bilateral economic ties.
Read full storyThe Ayush services sector has emerged as one of India’s fastest-growing service sectors, with its economic contribution estimated at US$36.92 billion in FY2024-25, according to a new study by the Research and Informatio…
Read full storyCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will attend the G20 Trade Ministers’ Meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, today and tomorrow. The meeting is being held at the invitation of the United States Trade Representative…
Read full storyMinistry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation have signed an agreement for development and strengthening of the Statistical Business Register.
Read full storyThe Government of India will undertake Special Campaign 6 from 2 October to 31 October 2026, with emphasis on Swachhata (cleanliness) and reduction of pendency in government activities. The campaign will also focus on e…
Read full storyUnion Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu today unveiled the Curtain Raiser for Routes Asia 2027 in New Delhi, marking a significant milestone in India's preparations to host the prestigious international aviation e…
Read full storyThe United Forum of Bank Unions has announced that the proposed three-day nationwide bank strike, which was scheduled to begin today, has been deferred. The decision was taken following an agreement with the Indian Bank…
Read full storyThe Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Government of India, will launch the Livestock Insurance Portal on 28th September, 2026 in New Delhi, marking an important milestone in the digital transformation of…
Read full storyIndia has called upon all parties to exercise restraint, de-escalate tensions, ensure protection of civilians, and uninterrupted flow of energy and commerce during ongoing conflicts.
Read full storyThe 15th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and 71st Board Meeting of Agrinnovate India Ltd. Was held on 24 September 2026 in New Delhi. On this occasion the Agrinnovate India Ltd. also facilitated the signing of Memoranda of…
Read full storyThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated September 22, 2026, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹10 lakh (Rupees Ten Lakh only) on Hero Fincorp Limited (the company) for non-compliance with certain provisions o…
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