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CURRENT AFFAIRS : BANKING, FINANCE & BUSINESS
India’s Sovereign Credit Rating Raised to BBB+ (Stable) by Japan’s Rating and Investment Agency
- The Government of India welcomed the decision by Japanese credit rating agency Rating and Investment Information (R&I) to upgrade India’s long-term sovereign credit rating to ‘BBB+’ from ‘BBB’, with a “Stable” Outlook.
- This marks the third sovereign credit rating upgrade in 2025, following S&P’s upgrade to ‘BBB’ (from BBB-) in August 2025 and Morningstar DBRS’ upgrade to ‘BBB’ (from BBB (low)) in May 2025.
- R&I’s India sovereign rating review (Sept 19, 2025) cites support for India’s position as one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing economies, driven by demographic dividend, robust domestic demand, and sound government policies.
- R&I recognised progress in fiscal consolidation, supported by buoyant tax revenues, rationalisation of subsidies, and manageable debt levels along with high growth.
- The report also highlighted strengthened external stability, reflected in modest current account deficit, stable surpluses in services and remittances, low external debt-to-GDP ratio, and sufficient forex reserves.
About Ministry of Finance:
- Cabinet Minister: Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman
- Minister of State (MoS): Shri Pankaj Chaudhary
Reserve Bank of India issues new guidelines for Payment Aggregators and standards for Payment Gateways to boost digital payment security
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued regulatory guidelines for Payment Aggregators (PAs) and baseline technology standards for Payment Gateways (PGs) to enhance safety, transparency, and resilience in digital payments.
Key Highlights :
- Payment Aggregators (PAs), being entities that handle funds, will be directly regulated, while Payment Gateways (PGs) as technology providers are encouraged to voluntarily follow RBI’s security recommendations.
- Non-bank PAs must obtain RBI authorisation under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, be incorporated in India, and maintain a minimum net worth of ₹15 crore at application, to be increased to ₹25 crore by the third financial year, and maintained thereafter.
- PAs must be professionally managed and comply with fit and proper criteria for promoters and directors, with any change in management reported to RBI within 15 days.
- Customer funds collected by PAs must be kept in an escrow account with a scheduled commercial bank.
- Banks are exempt from RBI authorisation to act as PAs, but non-bank entities must apply via RBI’s online portal, while entities regulated by other financial regulators must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) within 45 days.
- PAs are barred from using ATM PIN as an authentication factor for card-not-present transactions. They cannot place transaction limits on payment modes or engage in marketplace business.
- A PA holding a Certificate of Authorisation (CoA) from RBI and already operating as PA-P must inform RBI for issuance of a revised CoA.
SMFG India Credit partners with PhonePe to offer collateral-free credit to merchants
- Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) firm SMFG India Credit (SMICC) has partnered with PhonePe to provide collateral-free credit to merchants.
- The partnership will offer Merchant Cash Advance (MCA) loans to registered merchants on the PhonePe platform.
- The scheme primarily targets merchants in Tier-2 and Tier-3 towns, supporting small businesses in semi-urban and rural India.
- The collaboration helps SMFG India Credit (SMICC) strengthen its role as a leading lender in the MCA space.
Indus Appstore surpasses 100 million devices, fueled by Gen Z and Tier 3 adoption
- Indus Appstore, India’s Android app marketplace launched by PhonePe, has crossed 100 million devices.
- The app store’s localisation feature allows discovery of apps in 12 Indian languages along with English.
- Around 40% of users browse the app store in regional languages, mainly Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, and Gujarati.
- The platform has a strong presence in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana.
- Gen Z (18–27 years) forms 33.7% of users, and together with Gen Y (27–44 years) accounts for 93.5% of users under 45.
- The core user base is a 28–44-year-old male from Tier 3 cities, with 70.6% of users coming from these regions.
- Social media apps are the most popular category, followed by communication, entertainment, and finance.
Paytm rolls out UPI credit line ‘Paytm Postpaid’ in collaboration with Suryoday Small Finance Bank
- Paytm has launched a credit line on UPI called Paytm Postpaid, in partnership with Suryoday Small Finance Bank.
- The facility offers short-term, interest-free credit for up to 30 days, repayable the following month.
- Users can use Paytm Postpaid for online shopping, UPI-based payments, bill payments, recharges, and bookings on the Paytm app.
- The initiative is powered by NPCI and leverages Paytm’s UPI payment infrastructure.
India’s August 2025 exports rise 9.34% to over USD 69 billion
- India’s total exports (Merchandise and Services) in August 2025 stood at USD 69+ billion, showing a 9.34% growth compared to August 2024.
- Export growth was mainly driven by Electronic Goods (25.93%), Gems & Jewellery (15.57%), Engineering Goods (4.91%), Petroleum Products (6.54%), and Drugs & Pharmaceuticals (6.94%).
- Electronic Goods exports increased by 26%, rising from USD 2.32 billion in August 2024 to USD 2.93 billion in August 2025.
- India’s cumulative exports during April–August 2025 reached USD 349+ billion, registering a 6.18% growth compared to the same period last year.
- Top export destinations in August 2025 were the UAE, USA, Netherlands, Hong Kong, and China.
- On the imports side, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Ireland, Iraq, and Qatar recorded positive growth in August 2025 compared to last year.
CURRENT AFFAIRS: NATIONAL AND STATE NEWS
Tamil Nadu Becomes First State to Issue Identity Cards to Women Self-Help Group Members
- Tamil Nadu became the first state in India to issue identity cards to Women Self-Help Group (SHG) members, launched by Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin at Karuppur, Salem district.
- Alongside, ₹3,500 crore in loans were distributed to SHGs.
- Strengthens support for over 5 lakh SHGs in the state, improving access to financial and social benefits.
Key Highlights
- Origin: Demand raised by SHG women at a government event in Tiruvarur. CM M.K. Stalin announced rollout on March 8, 2025 (International Women’s Day).
- Tamil Nadu pioneered the SHG movement in 1989, now sets precedent again with official SHG ID cards.
- Benefits of ID cards:
- Free travel up to 100 km on government buses for SHG members transporting goods.
- Special discounts on products from Aavin, Co-optex, and Mudhalvar Marunthagam.
- Easier access to welfare schemes and state-supported marketplaces.
- Linked Schemes:
- Magalir Vidiyal Payanam: Over 770 crore free bus rides taken by women in 4.5 years.
- Magalir Urimai Thogai Scheme: 1.15 crore women beneficiaries receiving ₹1,000 monthly assistance, with relaxed eligibility norms.
- Other sports, education, and health schemes for women and girls.
- Aim: Economic empowerment, financial independence, and inclusive growth for women at the grassroots.
India Finalises Digital Personal Data Protection Rules and Announces AI Impact Summit 2026
- Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) rules have been finalised after over 3,000 consultations and will be notified by September 2025.
- The rules define user consent, rights of data principals, obligations of data fiduciaries, and penalties for misuse, forming India’s data privacy backbone.
Key Highlights
- India will host the AI Impact Summit 2026 on 19–20 February 2026 in New Delhi, to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with participation from global Artificial Intelligence leaders.
- India currently has 38,000 Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) and plans to establish 600 Data and Artificial Intelligence Labs across the country to boost research, training, and innovation.
- Strategic significance includes:
- Digital Sovereignty: Citizens gain stronger control over personal data.
- Technology Infrastructure: Large-scale computing power and labs beyond metros.
- Global Leadership: India positioning to shape global Artificial Intelligence norms on safety, ethics, and innovation.
- Inclusive Development: Wider access to Artificial Intelligence labs helps bridge the digital divide.
CURRENT AFFAIRS : INTERNATIONAL NEWS
India, Canada hold pre-Foreign Office talks to revive bilateral dialogue across key sectors
- India and Canada held pre-Foreign Office consultations on 19 September 2025 to reignite bilateral dialogue across multiple strategic fronts.
- The talks followed the understanding reached between PM Narendra Modi and PM Mark Carney during the G7 Summit in June 2025.
- In the Trade & Economy domain, both nations agreed to restart stalled trade negotiations, explore market access and tariff relaxations, and address regulatory issues at missions and consulates.
- Under Defence and Security, they will re-establish defence dialogues, enhance law enforcement and national security cooperation, and explore technology transfer and training exchanges.
- In Critical Minerals and Energy, India and Canada will strengthen cooperation on lithium, cobalt, and rare earths supply chains, collaborate on civil nuclear energy programs, and conduct joint research in green energy.
- Other strategic sectors of cooperation include space exploration, satellite technology, science and technology exchanges, agricultural innovations, and sustainable farming.
CURRENT AFFAIRS : ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS
Competition Commission of India clears JSW Paints’ acquisition of up to 75% stake in Akzo Nobel India
- The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has cleared JSW Paints’ proposal to acquire up to 75% stake in Akzo Nobel India.
- In June 2025, JSW Paints announced it would buy a 74.76% stake in Akzo Nobel India for nearly ₹9,000 crore, followed by an open offer to acquire another 25% from the market for up to ₹4,000 crore.
- The acquisition will make JSW Paints the fourth-largest player in India’s paint industry.
- JSW Paints is part of the Sajjan Jindal–backed JSW Group.
About CCI:
- The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is a statutory body within the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and is responsible for enforcing the Competition Act of 2002.
- Founded: October 14, 2003
- Headquarters: New Delhi, India
- Chairperson: Ravneet Kaur
CURRENT AFFAIRS: AWARDS AND HONOURS
Malayalam Actor Mohanlal Named Recipient of Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023
- Mohanlal, Malayalam superstar, has been honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023, India’s highest recognition in cinema.
- The award will be formally presented at the 71st National Film Awards on 23 September 2025.
- Career spans over four decades, debut in Thiranottam (1978); acted in 400+ films.
Key Highlights
- National Honours: Padma Shri (2001) and Padma Bhushan (2019).
- National Film Awards: Five, including two Best Actor Awards, Special Jury Mention, Special Jury Award, and Best Feature Film (as producer).
- Kerala State Film Awards: Nine across different categories.
- Iconic Performances: Namukku Paarkan Munthirithoppukal, Kireedam, Dasharatham, Bharatham, Vanaprastham, Manichithrathazhu, Thazhvaaram.
- Worked in multiple languages: Tamil (Iruvar, 1997), Hindi (Company, 2002), Telugu (Janatha Garage, 2016).
- Globally recognised for the Drishyam franchise, remade in many Indian and international languages.
- Recent Works: L2: Empuraan (2024) grossed ₹260+ crore worldwide; Hrdayapoorvam (2025) running successfully.
- Also active as playback singer, producer, distributor, TV host, theatre artiste, and author.
- About the Award: Instituted in 1969; named after Dadasaheb Phalke, father of Indian cinema; includes Swarna Kamal (Golden Lotus) medallion, a shawl, and ₹10 lakh.
- First recipient: Devika Rani (1969).
- Recent awardees: Mithun Chakraborty (2022), Waheeda Rehman (2021), Asha Parekh (2020).
Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound Selected as India’s Entry for Oscars 2026
- Hindi film Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, has been chosen as India’s official entry for the 98th Academy Awards 2026 in the Best International Feature Film category.
- The announcement was made in Kolkata by N. Chandra, Chairperson of the Selection Committee, after a 12-member jury reviewed 24 films across Indian languages.
Key Highlights
- Inspired by Basharat Peer’s article “Taking Amrit Home” (New York Times), the film portrays themes of friendship, caste, communal identity, and loss during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Global Recognition:
- Premiered at Cannes 2025 in Un Certain Regard section, receiving a nine-minute standing ovation.
- Second runner-up in Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) People’s Choice category.
- Won Best Film and Best Director at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM).
- Production Team: Produced by Karan Johar and Adar Poonawalla, starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor. Legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese served as Executive Producer, guiding script and post-production.
- Marks a milestone for Indian independent cinema, continuing Ghaywan’s legacy after Masaan (2015). It strengthens India’s global recognition for nuanced and culturally rooted storytelling.
- India at Oscars:
- Only three Indian films have been nominated for Best International Feature Film: Mother India (1957), Salaam Bombay! (1988), and Lagaan (2001).
- Water by Deepa Mehta was also nominated but represented Canada.
- No Indian film has yet won in this category, making Homebound’s journey to the Oscars 2026 (March 15, 2026) highly significant.
CURRENT AFFAIRS : DEFENCE NEWS
India and Greece conclude first-ever bilateral naval exercise in the Mediterranean sea
- The maiden bilateral maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and the Hellenic Navy concluded on 18 September 2025 in the Mediterranean Sea.
- The exercise was conducted in two phases: a harbour phase (13–17 September 2025 at Salamis Naval Base) and a sea phase (17–18 September 2025).
- The Indian Navy was represented by the guided missile stealth frigate INS Trikand.
- During the harbour phase, activities included cross-deck visits, professional interactions, a pre-sail conference, and a cultural exchange showcasing India’s traditions.
- The sea phase involved complex drills such as night VBSS operations, replenishment-at-sea, joint Anti-Submarine Warfare, coordinated gun firing, and cross-deck helicopter operations.
- The exercise enhanced interoperability, professional rapport, and validated the operational skills of both navies.
- The exercise highlights the growing convergence between India and Greece on maritime security and the freedom of navigation in the global commons.
CURRENT AFFAIRS : SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad showcases 6G innovations, aims for nationwide rollout readiness by 2030
- The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad is spearheading research to make India a global leader in 6G technology by 2030.
- The institute has demonstrated 6G prototypes in the 7 GHz band, advanced massive MIMO antenna arrays, and satellite-compliant systems for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geostationary Orbit (GEO).
- An indigenous low-power system-on-chip (SoC) has been developed to support terrestrial and satellite connectivity for civilian and defence applications.
- 6G will integrate ubiquitous high-speed connectivity across urban and rural areas, land, oceans, and skies, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) at its core.
- 6G applications will power instantaneous AR/VR experiences, AI-enabled devices, autonomous mobility, and large-scale IoT for agriculture, healthcare, and defence.
- With decade-long indigenous R&D and a supportive policy framework, India plans to have its own technologies, products, companies, and ecosystem ready by 2030, aligning with Viksit Bharat 2047.
CURRENT AFFAIRS : APPS & PORTALS
Health Minister JP Nadda unveils AIIMS mobile app for indoor navigation
- Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda launched a mobile app “AIIMS Disha” to help patients, visitors, and staff with real-time hospital navigation at AIIMS Delhi.
- The app is based on Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons and AI routing algorithms, enabling turn-by-turn navigation inside the hospital.
- AIIMS Disha provides 2D digital maps with detailed floor plans and points of interest such as OPD, diagnostic centres, pharmacies, and billing counters.
- The app offers customised wheelchair routes, voice and visual navigation (multilingual and accessibility-enabled), and multi-floor/multi-building routing.
- Live heat maps allow crowd flow management, improving operational efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Search features are available for doctors, labs, pharmacies, billing counters, and amenities.
- The technology uses a BLE Beacon Network, ensuring room-level accuracy for navigation.
- The app is accessible via Android and iOS kiosks installed within the hospital.
- Director, AIIMS Delhi: Dr M Srinivas
CURRENT AFFAIRS : SUMMITS & CONFERENCES
Prime Minister Narendra Modi opens three-day Combined Commanders’ Conference at Eastern Command Headquarters in Kolkata
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the three-day Combined Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at the Eastern Command headquarters of the Indian Army at Vijay Durg (erstwhile Fort William) in Kolkata.
- This is the first CCC after Operation Sindoor, a tri-services campaign that targeted terror infrastructure across the LoC and inside Pakistan.
- The Combined Commanders’ Conference (CCC) is a biennial apex military brainstorming forum that brings together civil and military leadership to discuss strategic, institutional, and operational priorities.
- The theme of the 2025 CCC is “Year of Reforms: Transforming for the Future”, with focus on reforms, integration, technological modernisation, and operational preparedness.
- The previous CCC was held in Bhopal in 2023.
CURRENT AFFAIRS: MOUS AND AGREEMENT
Oil India Limited and Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited Sign Joint Venture for Green Energy Projects
- Oil India Limited (OIL) signed a Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) with Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RVUNL) to develop 1.2 gigawatts (GW) of green energy projects in Rajasthan.
- The project will include 1000 megawatts (MW) of solar energy and 200 megawatts (MW) of wind energy capacity in RVUNL’s Renewable Energy Park.
- Marks Oil India’s major foray into renewable energy, beyond its traditional oil and gas operations.
Key Highlights
- The joint venture will leverage Oil India’s expertise in large-scale project execution and RVUNL’s regional experience and infrastructure.
- Aim: Supply clean electricity to Distribution Companies (DISCOMs) and commercial users, while also exploring green hydrogen and storage-based solutions.
- The initiative supports India’s renewable energy target of 500 GW by 2030, using a hybrid model of solar and wind to improve grid stability and efficiency.
- The signing took place in the presence of senior officials:
- Devendra Shringi, Chairman and Managing Director, RVUNL
- Ranjan Goswami, Executive Director (Business Development), Oil India
- Ajitabh Sharma, Principal Secretary (Energy), Rajasthan
- Trailukya Borgohain, Director (Operations), Oil India
- Oil India also signed an MoU with Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) for the exploration and development of critical minerals like copper, vital for electric vehicles and solar technologies.
- Oil India has created a subsidiary, OIL Green Energy Limited (OGEL), focusing on:
- Solar and wind power
- Compressed biogas (CBG)
- Energy storage systems
- Green hydrogen development
Oil India Limited and Hindustan Copper Limited Sign MoU for Critical Mineral Exploration
- Oil India Limited (OIL) and Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly explore and develop critical and strategic minerals, especially copper and associated resources.
- The partnership is part of the National Critical Mineral Mission, aimed at ensuring self-reliance in mineral supply chains and securing raw materials for energy, technology, and industry.
Key Highlights
- The MoU covers exploration, mining, beneficiation, and processing of copper and other critical minerals, combining OIL’s resource exploration expertise with HCL’s mining and refining capability.
- Critical minerals like copper are vital for clean energy technologies (solar panels, wind turbines), electric vehicles (wiring, batteries), high-tech electronics, defence systems, and digital infrastructure.
- Oil India Limited (OIL) is a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, now diversifying into mineral exploration, while Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) is a Miniratna PSU under the Ministry of Mines, and India’s only vertically integrated copper producer.
- The collaboration creates a comprehensive mineral value chain, reducing import dependency, boosting industrial resilience, and supporting India’s energy transition goals.
CURRENT AFFAIRS: SPORTS NEWS
Arshdeep Singh Becomes First Indian Bowler to Take 100 T20 International Wickets
- Arshdeep Singh became the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) during India’s final group match of the 2025 Asia Cup against Oman, dismissing Vinayak Shukla.
- Debut: July 2022 against England.
- Time Taken: 3 years, 74 days.
- Matches Played: 64.
- Deliveries Bowled: 1,329.
Key Highlights
- Global Ranking: Fastest among fast bowlers to reach 100 wickets in terms of matches and balls.
- Overall Ranking: Fourth-fastest bowler overall, behind Rashid Khan, Sandeep Lamichhane, and Wanindu Hasaranga.
- Powerplay Performance:
- 43 wickets at an average of 20.06 with an economy of 7.50.
- Most powerplay wickets since his debut in 2022.
- Outperformed Haris Rauf and Ehsan Khan in this phase.
- Performance in India:
- 28 wickets in T20Is at an average of 21.00 – the best among Indian fast bowlers at home.
- Only six fast bowlers have taken 20+ T20I wickets in India.
Uttarakhand Hosts First-Ever International Fencing Event – Asian Cadet Cup India 2025
- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the Asian Cadet Cup India 2025, at Manaskhand Hall, Indira Gandhi International Sports Stadium, Haldwani.
- Organised by the Fencing Association of India, this is the first-ever international fencing event hosted in India, with participation from 250+ athletes, including 150 Indian fencers, and teams from Tajikistan, Syria, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Key Highlights
- Fencing in India has gained recognition due to inspiration from athletes like Arjuna Awardee Bhavani Devi, with youth increasingly taking it up as a competitive sport.
- Government initiatives announced include:
- Establishment of the State’s First Sports University and a Women’s Sports College in Haldwani.
- Launch of the Sports Legacy Plan with 23 sports academies across eight cities.
- Investment of ₹517 crore in world-class sports infrastructure.
- Expansion of Pantnagar Airport and new train services for better connectivity.
- 4% sports quota in government jobs for athletes.
- A new sports policy offering out-of-turn jobs to medal winners at national and international levels.
- The event symbolizes Uttarakhand’s rise as a sports hub and reflects a vision of combining sports development, youth empowerment, and infrastructure expansion to strengthen India’s global sporting presence.
CURRENT AFFAIRS: IMPORTANT DAYS
International Red Panda Day is celebrated on September 20
- Every year the third Saturday of September is celebrated as International Red Panda Day.
- This year International Red Panda Day is celebrated on the 20th of September.
- Red Pandas are found in the region of Eastern Himalayas and southwestern China.
History
- The Red Pandas were first described in the year 1825. Red Pandas belong to the carnivore family but it rarely eats meat.
- In 2010, International Red Panda Day (IRPD) was launched by the Red Panda Network (RPN).
- The first International Red Panda Day was observed on 18th September 2010.
- Red Panda Network, whose headquarters is in Eugene, Oregon, has been actively participating in order to protect Red Pandas.
- Red Pandas sleep more than half a day. They communicate with each other by head bobbing and trail arching.
International Day of Peace is celebrated on 21st September
- International Day of Peace is celebrated on 21st September of every year. Peace is commonly known as the lack of conflict.
- Throughout history, there have been several wars that have taken place and those reduce the peace of many families and countries.
- 2025 Global Peace Day Theme: Act Now for a Peaceful World
History
- The United Nations General Assembly declared the International Day of Peace in order to strengthen the ideas of peace.
- In the beginning, the date chosen was the opening day of the annual sessions of the General Assembly (the third Tuesday of September) but later it was declared that the 21st September is observed as International Day of Peace.
- In 1983, the office of the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Pathways to Peace (PTP) submitted a “We the Peoples” initiative Annual Report to the UN, summarising the Peace Day activities.
- For its initiative, the International Year of Peace in 1987, PTP was granted” Peace Messenger”.
- In 2006, the name was changed from “We the Peoples” initiative to “Culture of Peace Initiative.”
World Alzheimers Day is observed on 21st September.
- Every year World Alzheimers Day is observed on 21st September.
- Alzheimer’s is a brain disorder that slowly destroys the memory and thinking skills of a person.
- The 2025 World Alzheimer’s Day theme, “Ask About Dementia.
History
- Alzheimer’s disease was first diagnosed in an old German lady in 1901 by Alois Alzheimer, a German Psychiatrist. This illness was named after the German Psychiatrist.
- When Alzheimer’s Disease International celebrated its 10th anniversary in 1994, the Association declared that World Alzheimer’s Day was observed on the 21st September of every year.
- Alzheimer’s disease is the 6th leading cause of death and in all over the world the 7th deadliest disease.
- The early symptom of the disease is an inability to recall the events or discussions or our daily activities. It may affect physical health too.
World Rose Day is observed on 22nd September
- World Rose Day is observed on 22nd September of every year.
- Giving Someone hope for their life is the greatest thing of our life.
- Fighting against disease requires lots and lots of bravery.
- So, this World Rose Day is dedicated to Cancer patients all over the world to appreciate and encourage their bravery.
History
- This day is observed in order to remember a 12-year-old girl, Melinda Rose. She is from Canada and was diagnosed with Askin’s Tumour which is a rare form of blood cancer in 1994.
- After the diagnosis of Cancer, the doctors said that she could live only for a week, but due to her willpower, she could live for six months.
- Being 12 years old her courage and willpower set an example for other cancer patients. She wrote little notes, and poetry for other cancer patients and gave them hope.
- Rose is a symbol of love and care. So at least on this day we can spend our time and give some hope to cancer patients.
Daily CA One- Liner: September 21 & 22
- Tamil Nadu became the first state in India to issue identity cards to Women Self-Help Group (SHG) members, launched by Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin at Karuppur, Salem district
- Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) rules have been finalised after over 3,000 consultations and will be notified by end of September 2025.
- Mohanlal, Malayalam superstar, has been honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023, India’s highest recognition in cinema
- Hindi film Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, has been chosen as India’s official entry for the 98th Academy Awards 2026 in the Best International Feature Film category
- Oil India Limited (OIL) signed a Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) with Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RVUNL) to develop 1.2 gigawatts (GW) of green energy projects in Rajasthan
- Oil India Limited (OIL) and Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly explore and develop critical and strategic minerals, especially copper and associated resources
- India and Canada agreed to reignite bilateral talks on trade, defence, energy, and critical minerals after pre-Foreign Office consultations
- Arshdeep Singh became the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) during India’s final group match of the 2025 Asia Cup against Oman, dismissing Vinayak Shukla
- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the Asian Cadet Cup India 2025, at Manaskhand Hall, Indira Gandhi International Sports Stadium, Haldwani.
- The Government of India welcomed the decision by Japanese credit rating agency Rating and Investment Information (R&I) to upgrade India’s long-term sovereign credit rating to ‘BBB+’ from ‘BBB’, with a “Stable” Outlook.
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued regulatory guidelines for Payment Aggregators (PAs) and baseline technology standards for Payment Gateways (PGs) to enhance safety, transparency, and resilience in digital payments.
- Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) firm SMFG India Credit (SMICC) has partnered with PhonePe to provide collateral-free credit to merchants.
- Indus Appstore, India’s Android app marketplace launched by PhonePe, has crossed 100 million devices.
- Paytm has launched a credit line on UPI called Paytm Postpaid, in partnership with Suryoday Small Finance Bank.
- India’s total exports (Merchandise and Services) in August 2025 stood at USD 69+ billion, showing a 9.34% growth compared to August 2024.
- The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has cleared JSW Paints’ proposal to acquire up to 75% stake in Akzo Nobel India.
- The maiden bilateral maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and the Hellenic Navy concluded on 18 September 2025 in the Mediterranean Sea.
- The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad is spearheading research to make India a global leader in 6G technology by 2030.
- Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda launched a mobile app “AIIMS Disha” to help patients, visitors, and staff with real-time hospital navigation at AIIMS Delhi.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the three-day Combined Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at the Eastern Command headquarters of the Indian Army at Vijay Durg (erstwhile Fort William) in Kolkata.
- Every year the third Saturday of September is celebrated as International Red Panda Day
- International Day of Peace is celebrated on 21st September of every year. Peace is commonly known as the lack of conflict.
- Every year World Alzheimers Day is observed on 21st September.
- World Rose Day is observed on 22nd September of every year.
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