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PIB Digest & Quiz: 2026-09-06 Daily Verified Archive Editorial Digest Included

Current Affairs Test — September 07, 2026

Dedicated daily current affairs & news roundup test for September 07, 2026.

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Coverage: 06 September 2026Press Information Bureau (PIB)Daily Executive Brief

Daily PIB Summary — 06 September 2026

1. **Ministry of Commerce & Industry**

1.1. India Must Build Resilient, Globally Integrated Healthcare Supply Chains
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Key Highlights: India must build resilient, globally integrated healthcare supply chains, strengthen its position as a trusted healthcare partner of the world and move beyond its success in generics towards greater research, development and innovation, said Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Shri Piyush Goyal at the Bharat Health Global Expo 2026 in New Delhi today.
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UPSC Insights (Foreign Trade & Healthcare): Administers Foreign Trade Policy, DPIIT industrial corridors, patent regimes, and export promotion under GS Paper III.

2. **Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment**

2.1. Appointments to the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
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Key Highlights: The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, has made the appointment of the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Members of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK).
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UPSC Insights (Statutory Bodies & Social Welfare): The National Commission for Safai Karamcharis was constituted under the NCSK Act, 1993, and currently functions as a non-statutory body under MoSJE.

3. **Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change**

3.1. National Zoological Park Organises Sunday Bird, Butterfly and Dragonfly Walks to Promote Science and Biodiversity Conservation among Citizens
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Key Highlights: The National Zoological Park (NZP), New Delhi, organised the third ‘Butterfly and Dragonfly Walk @ NZP’ and the 13th ‘Sunday Bird Walk @ NZP’, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote public participation in biodiversity monitoring, documentation of birds, butterflies and dragonflies, and awareness of wildlife conservation.
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UPSC Insights (Environmental Governance & Biodiversity): Administers Environment (Protection) Act 1986, Forest (Conservation) Act 1980, and National Clean Air Programme under GS Paper III.
3.2. 16th National Meet of State Biodiversity Boards and Union Territory Biodiversity Councils
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Key Highlights: The 16th National Meet of the State Biodiversity Boards (SBBs) and Union Territory Biodiversity Councils (UTBCs) was inaugurated today at Chandigarh.
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UPSC Insights (Biodiversity Act & Decentralized Governance): Governed under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 via a three-tier mechanism: NBA (National), SBB (State), and local BMC tiers.
3.3. Union Environment Minister leads International Vulture Awareness Day 2026 celebrations and inaugurates National Workshop themed ‘From Crisis to Recovery – Conserving India's Vultures’, at Panchkula
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Key Highlights: The International Vulture Awareness Day 2026 was celebrated today at Panchkula, Haryana.
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UPSC Insights (Wildlife Conservation & IUCN Status): Vultures in India (White-rumped, Slender-billed, Long-billed) are critically endangered IUCN species protected under Schedule I of WPA, 1972.

4. **Ministry of Home Affairs**

4.1. Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah addresses a press conference on narcotics control in Panaji, the capital of Goa
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Key Highlights: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah today addressed a press conference on narcotics control in Panaji, the capital of Goa.
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UPSC Insights (Internal Security & Drug Enforcement): Governed under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985; Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) functions under Ministry of Home Affairs.
4.2. Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah chairs review meeting on issues related to Goa along with the Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant, in Panaji
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Key Highlights: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah chaired a review meeting on issues related the state of Goa along with the Chief Minister Dr.Pramod Sawant, in Panaji today.
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UPSC Insights (Criminal Justice Systems): The Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) integrates CCTNS, e-Courts, e-Prisons, and e-Forensics under the Ministry of Home Affairs.

5. **Ministry of Science & Technology**

5.1. “Bring Industry Partners on Board from Day One”
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Key Highlights: “The commercial arm should be in association with the lab right from day one.” With this message, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, called for a fundamental shift in the way industry and research institutions work together, during an interaction with CEOs, CSOs and COOs of industries at the 6th RISE Conclave at CSIR-IICB, Kolkata.
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UPSC Insights (Lab-to-Market & R&D): Fostering industry-academia linkages to accelerate commercialization of indigenous research under GS Paper III.
5.2. Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh Says RISE Conclave Puts Spotlight on India's Tier-2 and Tier-3 Startup Powerhouse
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Key Highlights: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today called for taking India’s rapidly expanding startup ecosystem beyond metropolitan centres and creating stronger linkages between science, startups and industry to accelerate the journey of indigenous technologies from laboratories to the marketplace.
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UPSC Insights (Scientific Research & Innovation): CSIR was established in 1942 as an autonomous society under DSIR; the Prime Minister serves as ex-officio President.

6. **Ministry of Coal**

6.1. Adequate Coal for Punjab's Power Plants
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Key Highlights: Media reports attributing reduced power generation at Punjab's thermal plants to inadequate coal supply from the Centre do not present the complete picture.
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UPSC Insights (Core Sector & Energy Security): Captive coal mining in India was reformed under MMDR Amendment Acts to allow end-use flexibility and open market sales.

7. **Ministry of Defence**

7.1. IAF's SARANG HELICOPTER TEAM REACHES EGYPT FOR THE EL ALAMEIN INTERNATIONAL AIRSHOW
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Key Highlights: The Sarang Helicopter Display Team of Indian Air Force has reached Egypt to participate in the 2nd edition of the EI Alamein International Airshow, scheduled to be held from 08 to 10 September 2026 at EI Alamein International Airport.
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UPSC Insights (Defense Diplomacy & Indigenous Manufacturing): The Sarang Display Team flies indigenously developed Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH).

8. **PIB Backgrounder**

8.1. Vibrant Villages Programme
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Key Highlights: The Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP) has redefined the role of India's border villages.
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UPSC Insights (Border Area Development & Security): Vibrant Villages Programme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched in 2023 for comprehensive development of northern border blocks.

9. **Ministry of Communications**

9.1. Dr. Vinaya Prakash Singh Re-elected APPU Secretary-General for Second Consecutive Term
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Key Highlights: Dr. Vinaya Prakash Singh, a 1988 batch officer of the Indian Postal Service, has been re-elected as Secretary-General of the Asian-Pacific Postal Union (APPU) for a second consecutive four-year term.
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UPSC Insights (International Organizations & Diplomacy): The Asian-Pacific Postal Union (APPU) is an intergovernmental organization of 32 member countries in the Asia-Pacific region, affiliated with UPU.

Archived MCQs & Explanations (15 Questions)

Source: Press Information Bureau (PIB)
Question 1 of 15National Current Affairs — August 2026

What is the revised base year series for the Index of Core Industries (ICI) released by the Office of Economic Adviser (OEA)?

आर्थिक सलाहकार कार्यालय (OEA) द्वारा जारी कोर इंडस्ट्रीज सूचकांक (ICI) के लिए संशोधित आधार वर्ष श्रृंखला क्या है?

A2004–05
B2011–12
C2022–23Correct Key
D2024–25
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• The Office of Economic Adviser (OEA) released the first provisional Index of Core Industries (ICI) under the revised 2022–23 base year series.

Question 2 of 15National Current Affairs — August 2026

What is the newly expanded sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court of India following the passage of the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026?

सुप्रीम कोर्ट (न्यायाधीशों की संख्या) संशोधन विधेयक, 2026 पारित होने के बाद भारत के सर्वोच्च न्यायालय की नई विस्तारित स्वीकृत संख्या क्या है?

A31 judges
B34 judges
C38 judgesCorrect Key
D42 judges
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• Parliament passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, raising the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court from 34 to 38 judges.

Question 3 of 15National Current Affairs — August 2026

Who was appointed to chair the high-powered task force constituted by the Union Government to recommend next-generation reforms in the public examination system?

सार्वजनिक परीक्षा प्रणाली में अगली पीढ़ी के सुधारों की सिफारिश करने के लिए केंद्र सरकार द्वारा गठित उच्च अधिकार प्राप्त टास्क फोर्स की अध्यक्षता करने के लिए किसे नियुक्त किया गया था?

AK. Radhakrishnan
BNandan NilekaniCorrect Key
CS. Somnath
DTapan Deka
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• The Government constituted a high-powered task force headed by Nandan Nilekani to recommend next-generation reforms in the public examination system.

Question 4 of 15PIB – National Gopal Ratna Award 2026 - 05 September 2026

The National Gopal Ratna Award is associated with the:

राष्ट्रीय गोपाल रत्न पुरस्कार किस क्षेत्र से संबंधित है?

ADairy and livestock sectorCorrect Key
BHandloom sector
CMarine fisheries only
DRenewable energy sector
Explanation & Analytical Context:

The National Gopal Ratna Award is associated with the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying and recognises contributions to the dairy and livestock sector.

Question 5 of 15PIB Article - September 04, 2026

With reference to Jamun Evolution and agricultural research, consider the following statements: 1. Scientific advancements in propagating improved Jamun (Syzygium cumini) varieties focus on enhancing fruit size, sweetness, and medicinal properties. 2. Jamun is traditionally valued in Indian Ayurveda for its anti-diabetic attributes and antioxidant-rich bark and seed extracts. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

जामुन विकास (Jamun Evolution) और कृषि अनुसंधान के संदर्भ में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. बेहतर जामुन (सिजीजियम क्यूमिनी) किस्मों के प्रसार में वैज्ञानिक प्रगति फल के आकार, मिठास और औषधीय गुणों को बढ़ाने पर केंद्रित है। 2. जामुन को पारंपरिक रूप से इसके मधुमेह-रोधी गुणों और एंटीऑक्सीडेंट से भरपूर छाल और बीज के अर्क के लिए भारतीय आयुर्वेद में महत्व दिया जाता है। उपर्युक्त कथनों में से कौन-सा/से सही है/हैं?

A1 only
B2 only
CBoth 1 and 2Correct Key
DNeither 1 nor 2
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• Statement 1 is correct: Agricultural research institutes actively breed superior Jamun selections to improve yield, pulp-to-seed ratio, and commercial viability. • Statement 2 is correct: Ayurveda acknowledges Jamun seeds, bark, and fruit pulp for managing blood glucose levels and providing rich phytochemical benefits.

Question 6 of 15Ministry of Communications / PIB Release ID: 2307088 — September 06, 2026

Dr. Vinaya Prakash Singh has been re-elected as the Secretary-General of which international organization for a second consecutive term?

डॉ. विनय प्रकाश सिंह को किस अंतरराष्ट्रीय संगठन के महासचिव के रूप में लगातार दूसरे कार्यकाल के लिए फिर से चुना गया है?

AUniversal Postal Union (UPU)
BAsian-Pacific Postal Union (APPU)Correct Key
CInternational Telecommunication Union (ITU)
DWorld Postal Cooperation Council (WPCC)
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• Dr. Vinaya Prakash Singh was re-elected unopposed by acclamation as the Secretary-General of the Asian-Pacific Postal Union (APPU) at the 14th APPU Congress held in Bangkok.

Question 7 of 15PIB Backgrounder / Ministry of Home Affairs / PIB Release ID: 2307094 — September 2026 (September 06, 2026)

The second phase of the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP-II), approved to cover international land borders beyond the northern border, was formally launched from which village?

उत्तरी सीमा से परे अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्थलीय सीमाओं को कवर करने के लिए स्वीकृत वाइब्रेंट विलेजेस प्रोग्राम के दूसरे चरण (VVP-II) को औपचारिक रूप से किस गांव से लॉन्च किया गया था?

AKibithoo, Arunachal Pradesh
BNathanpur, AssamCorrect Key
CMana, Uttarakhand
DKargil, Ladakh
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• VVP-II was formally launched on February 20, 2026, at Nathanpur village in the Cachar district of Assam, carrying an outlay of ₹6,839 crore.

Question 8 of 15PIB PRID 2292862

With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PM-VBRY), consider the following statements: 1. The scheme is implemented over a two-year period from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2027. 2. Under Part A of the scheme, first-time employees earning up to ₹1,00,000 per month receive a one-time incentive equivalent to one month's EPF wage, capped at ₹15,000. 3. The scheme aims to generate employment for over 3.5 crore people, including 1.92 crore first-time employees. Which of the statements given above are correct?

प्रधानमंत्री विकसित भारत रोजगार योजना (PM-VBRY) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. इस योजना को 1 अगस्त 2025 से 31 जुलाई 2027 तक दो साल की अवधि के लिए लागू किया गया है। 2. योजना के भाग A के तहत, प्रति माह ₹1,00,000 तक कमाने वाले पहली बार के कर्मचारियों को एक महीने के ईपीएफ वेतन के बराबर एक बार का प्रोत्साहन मिलता है, जिसकी सीमा ₹15,000 है। 3. इस योजना का उद्देश्य 1.92 करोड़ पहली बार के कर्मचारियों सहित 3.5 करोड़ से अधिक लोगों के लिए रोजगार पैदा करना है। उपर्युक्त में से कौन-सा/से कथन सही है/हैं?

A1 and 2 only
B2 and 3 only
C1 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3Correct Key
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• All statements are correct: PM-VBRY runs from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2027, provides first-time employees earning up to ₹1,00,000 a one-time EPF wage incentive capped at ₹15,000, and targets employment generation for over 3.5 crore people.

Question 9 of 15PIB Backgrounder, e-Courts Mission Mode Project - 05 September 2026

Which one of the following is correctly matched with Phase II of the e-Courts Mission Mode Project?

निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा ई-कोर्ट्स मिशन मोड परियोजना के चरण II के साथ सही रूप से सुमेलित है?

ANational Judicial Data Grid and eFilingCorrect Key
BIntroduction of paper court records for all cases
CAbolition of digital payments
DReplacement of courts by arbitration centres
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Phase II expanded citizen-centric digital services and included the National Judicial Data Grid, eFiling and eSewa Kendras.

Question 10 of 15UPPSC Official Answer Key / Uttar Pradesh Gazette

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I (Building) A. Sultan garhi B. Red Palace C. Jamat Khana Masjid D. Dhai Din ka Jhopra List-II (Builders) 1. Alauddin Khilji 2. Qutbuddin Aibak 3. Iltutmish 4. Balban Code: A B C D

सूची-] को सूची- से सुमेलित कीजिये तथा सूचियों केनीचे दिये गये कूट से सही उत्तर चुनिये।सूची- सूची-II( भवन ) ( निर्माणकर्त्ता )A सुलतान गढ़ी | अलाउद्दीन खिलजीछ लाल महल 2 S ge ऐबकC जमात खाना मस्जिद 3 इल्तुतमिशD ढाई दिन का झोपड़ा 4 बलबनकूट:A B Cc D

A3 4 1 2Correct Key
B3 4 2 1
C4 3 1 2
D4 3 2 1
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Matching Delhi Sultanate Monuments with their Builders: | Monument / Building | Builder | | :--- | :--- | | **A. Sultan Garhi** | **3. Iltutmish** (Built in 1231 CE at Malakpur, Delhi; first Islamic monumental mausoleum/tomb built for his eldest son Nasiruddin Mahmud) | | **B. Red Palace (Lal Mahal)** | **4. Balban** (Built in Delhi during his reign as Sultan, celebrated for its red sandstone architecture) | | **C. Jamat Khana Masjid** | **1. Alauddin Khilji** (Built in 1315–1325 CE at the Dargah of Nizamuddin Auliya, Delhi) | | **D. Dhai Din Ka Jhopra** | **2. Qutbuddin Aibak** (Commissioned in 1192 CE at Ajmer, Rajasthan, converted from a Sanskrit college) | Hence, the correct matching code is **A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2** (Option A). ### 3. Common Exam Trap Do not confuse Balban's Lal Mahal (Delhi Sultanate) with Shah Jahan's Red Fort (Mughal). Sultan Garhi was built by Iltutmish, not Aibak. ### 4. Facts to Remember - Sultan Garhi: First Islamic mausoleum in India (1231 CE, Iltutmish) - Dhai Din Ka Jhopra: Ajmer (1192 CE, Qutbuddin Aibak) - Lal Mahal: Balban (Delhi) - Jamat Khana Masjid: Alauddin Khilji (Delhi) ### 5. Elimination Technique Sultan Garhi was built by Iltutmish (A-3) and Dhai Din Ka Jhopra by Aibak (D-2). This directly confirms code 3 4 1 2 (Option A).

Question 11 of 15Ministry of Home Affairs / PIB Release ID: 2307200 — September 06, 2026

According to Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah's press conference in Panaji, what is the official nomenclature of the integrated database and digital framework created for tracking narcotics offenders?

पणजी में केंद्रीय गृह मंत्री श्री अमित शाह के संवाददाता सम्मेलन के अनुसार, मादक पदार्थों के अपराधियों को ट्रैक करने के लिए बनाए गए एकीकृत डेटाबेस और डिजिटल ढांचे का आधिकारिक नाम क्या है?

ABHARATPOL Portal
BNIDAAN PortalCorrect Key
CMANAS Helpline Database
DNCORD Integrated Grid
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• A national database of narcotics offenders was specifically created through the NIDAAN portal, while BHARATPOL was established for tracking international and inter-state fugitives.

Question 12 of 15NSO MoSPI National Accounts Release 2026

According to the National Statistical Office (NSO) provisional estimates for Q1 FY 2026-27, which sector registered a growth rate of 7.4%?

राष्ट्रीय सांख्यिकी कार्यालय (NSO) द्वारा जारी Q1 FY 2026-27 के अनंतिम अनुमानों के अनुसार, किस क्षेत्र ने 7.4% की वृद्धि दर दर्ज की?

AAgriculture & Allied Sectors
BManufacturing SectorCorrect Key
CMining & Quarrying
DFinancial Services
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• The manufacturing sector recorded an impressive growth rate of 7.4% during Q1 FY 2026-27. • Overall Real GDP grew by 6.9% in the same quarter.

Question 13 of 15PIB 05 September 2026

Recently, India and Belgium explored expanding their bilateral cooperation in which of the following areas?

हाल ही में, भारत और बेल्जियम ने निम्नलिखित में से किस क्षेत्र में अपने द्विपक्षीय सहयोग का विस्तार करने पर चर्चा की?

AMilitary training, maritime, and industrial cooperationCorrect Key
BSpace exploration and deep-sea mining only
CCivil nuclear energy and grid integration
DRailway electrification and high-speed rail corridors
Explanation & Analytical Context:

India and Belgium reaffirmed their commitment to expand bilateral ties with MoUs likely in military training, maritime, and industrial cooperation under Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Question 14 of 15PIB Backgrounder – The Digital Transformation of the Indian Judiciary: e-Courts Mission Mode Project - 05 September 2026

The e-Courts Mission Mode Project is primarily aimed at:

ई-कोर्ट्स मिशन मोड परियोजना का प्राथमिक उद्देश्य क्या है?

ADigital transformation and improved delivery of judicial servicesCorrect Key
BReplacing the Constitution with digital legislation
CPrivatising all courts
DCreating a separate judicial system for each State
Explanation & Analytical Context:

The e-Courts Mission Mode Project is a major component of the digital transformation of India's judiciary, using technology to improve access, efficiency and delivery of judicial services.

Question 15 of 15PIB, Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana - 05 September 2026

The use of reservoirs and industrial ponds for Floating Solar PV projects under PM-SSY is significant primarily because it:

PM-SSY के अंतर्गत फ्लोटिंग सोलर PV परियोजनाओं के लिए जलाशयों और औद्योगिक तालाबों का उपयोग मुख्यतः इसलिए महत्वपूर्ण है क्योंकि यह:

AReduces pressure on scarce land resourcesCorrect Key
BEliminates the need for electricity transmission
CMakes solar power independent of sunlight
DRequires conversion of all reservoirs into industrial zones
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Floating solar makes use of existing water surfaces, thereby reducing competition for land required by ground-mounted solar projects.