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October 2026

Mahindra and Embraer Select Nagpur for C-390 Millennium Assembly Line (2 Oct 2026 · National Affairs)
Mahindra Group and Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer have chosen Nagpur, Maharashtra, as the site for a Final Assembly Line for the C 390 Millennium military transport aircraft. This move is part of India's Medium…
India Exports Indigenous Akash Air Defence System to Tajikistan and Turkmenistan (2 Oct 2026 · National Affairs)
India has exported its indigenous Akash air defence system to Tajikistan and Turkmenistan. Developed by DRDO and produced by Bharat Dynamics Limited and Bharat Electronics Limited, Akash is a short to medium range…
India Identifies 28 Places on Official Survey of India Map of Ladakh (2 Oct 2026 · National Affairs)
India has formally identified 28 places and geographical features on the official Survey of India maps of Ladakh. This update, made in consultation with the Union Territory administration, includes peaks, passes,…

September 2026

HAL & SkyPulse Sign MoU for Rs 2,491 Crore Helicopter Programme (30 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and SkyPulse Solutions IFSC Private Limited signed an MoU for a Rs 2,491 crore programme. This strategic framework involves the acquisition, financing, leasing, deployment, and…
India Secures 10th Position at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 (30 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
India achieved the 10th position at the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China, winning 6 Silver Medals and 20 Medals for Excellence. This marks an improvement from its 13th position in 2024. China topped the…
9th India-Kazakhstan Joint Military Exercise ‘KAZIND’ Commences (30 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The 9th edition of the India Kazakhstan joint military exercise, 'KAZIND 2026', began in Oskemen, Kazakhstan, from September 28 to October 11, 2026. This exercise focuses on joint counter terrorism operations in…
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi Inaugurates Seva First Innovation Challenge (30 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurated the Seva First Innovation Challenge (SFIC) for the South Zone at IISc Bengaluru. This initiative encourages youth to identify community problems and develop innovative…
Ministry of Steel Establishes Steel Industry Safety Council (SISC) (30 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The Ministry of Steel announced the formation of the Steel Industry Safety Council (SISC) to enhance safety standards and prevent accidents across India's steel sector. Chaired by the Steel Secretary, SISC will review…
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh Launches Livestock Insurance Portal (30 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh launched the 'Livestock Insurance Portal' in New Delhi. This digital platform, developed under the National Livestock Mission, aims to provide transparent and efficient insurance…
Indian Navy Participates in 24th Edition of Exercise VARUNA in France (29 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
On September 22, 2026, Indian Naval Ship (INS) Trishul arrived in Toulon, France, to participate in the 24th edition of the bilateral maritime exercise VARUNA with the French Navy. This exercise, which began in 1993…
MoMA Signs MoUs with IISc, IIMB, IIT Madras for Innovation & Skill Development (29 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, the Ministry of Minority Affairs (MoMA) signed multiple Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with premier academic and research institutions in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Collaborations with IISc, IIMB, and…
CJI Surya Kant Inaugurates India’s First Victim Rights Centre in Patna, Bihar (29 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Surya Kant inaugurated India’s first Victim Rights Centre (VRC) at the Bihar State Legal Services Authority (BSLSA) premises in Patna, Bihar. This center provides…
India’s First Port-Based E-Methanol Plant to be Built in Kandla, Gujarat (29 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal laid the foundation stone for India's first port based e methanol production facility at Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla, Gujarat. This Rs 2,300 crore…
Amit Shah Flags Off India’s First LNG-Powered Train from Sabarmati, Gujarat (29 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, Union Minister Amit Shah flagged off India's first Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) powered train from Sabarmati Railway Station, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This diesel LNG dual fuel train aims to reduce diesel…
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda Inaugurates Arogya Manthan 2026 in New Delhi (29 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, Union Minister J.P. Nadda inaugurated Arogya Manthan 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. This event commemorated 8 years of Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM JAY) and 5 years of…
DDU-GKY Completes 12 Years, Boosting Rural Skill Development and Employment (29 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
On September 25, 2026, the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU GKY) marked 12 years of empowering rural youth through skill training. Implemented under the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY NRLM),…
Mandeep K. Bhandari Appointed New CBSE Chairperson (28 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved the appointment of IAS officer Mandeep K. Bhandari as the new Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). A 2001 batch IAS…
MoPSW Notifies Four Ports as India's First Mega Ports (28 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) designated four facilities as India's first 'mega ports' under Section 73 of the Indian Ports Act, 2025. These are JNPT (Nhava Sheva), Paradip…
IAF Hosts Second 'Tarang Shakti 2026' Multinational Air Exercise in Rajasthan (28 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is hosting the second edition of the multinational air exercise 'Tarang Shakti 2026' at Air Force Station (AFS) Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Conducted from September 26 to October 12, 2026, the…
Make in India Completes 12 Years, Boosts Manufacturing Ecosystem (28 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
On September 25, 2026, the Make in India initiative, launched in 2014, completed 12 years. Managed by DPIIT under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, it aims to position India as a global manufacturing, design, and…
SBI Card Launches Fixed Deposit-Backed Secured Credit Cards on YONO App (26 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
SBI Cards and Payment Services Limited (SBI Card) has launched 'Advantage SBI Card', a Fixed Deposit (FD) backed secured credit card, on State Bank of India's (SBI) YONO platform. This fully digital facility allows…
Samvriddhi Inclusive Secures RBI Approval to Operate as Online Payment Aggregator (26 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
Samvriddhi Inclusive Growth Network Pvt. Limited (SIGN), a subsidiary of MOS Utility Limited, has received in principle authorization from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as an Online Payment Aggregator (PA…
RBI Revises Valuation Norms for REITs and InvITs for Financial Institutions (26 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued revised directions to alter the valuation norms for units of Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) held by All…
NSC Approves Rs.320 Crore Kurukshetra ITI Cluster Under PM-SETU Scheme (26 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The National Steering Committee (NSC) under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has approved a Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) of Rs.320 crore for the 'Kurukshetra ITI Cluster' in Haryana.…
PFRDA Releases Operational Guidelines for NPS Swasthya Health Insurance Scheme (26 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has issued operational guidelines for 'NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme', a new health linked pension scheme under the National Pension System (NPS) 2026. This…
Delhi Cabinet approves DURGA Scheme for 1,300 Pink E-Autos (25 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The Delhi Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, approved the DURGA (Driving Upliftment and Rozgar for Women/Transgender Green E Auto) scheme in September 2026. This initiative aims to provide dignified self…
MoD signs Rs 810.79 crore contract with BDL for 160 SAT-SAAW systems for IAF (25 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
On September 23, 2026, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) finalized an Rs 810.79 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for 160 Satellite Smart Anti Airfield Weapons (SAT SAAW) and related equipment for the…
Govt mandates BIS certification for smartphone screen protectors from April 2027 (25 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has mandated Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for smartphone screen protectors, effective April 1, 2027. These products must now conform to…
Amit Shah inaugurates 3rd ANTF Conference; targets drug-free India by 2029 (25 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the 3rd National Conference of Anti Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) Heads in New Delhi on September 22 23, 2026. The conference aimed to dismantle drug networks and set an…
AB PM-JAY completes 8 years, benefitting over 60 crore individuals (25 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (AB PM JAY), launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, achieved its eight year milestone on September 23, 2026. This scheme, India's largest government…
Government dissolves Digital Communications Commission after 37 years (24 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, the Government of India dissolved the Digital Communications Commission (DCC), which functioned as the apex decision making body under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Established in April…
President Amends Inter-State Council Order for Governor/Lt Governor Participation (24 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, President Droupadi Murmu amended the Inter State Council Order, 1990. The Inter State Council (Amendment) Order, 2026, now allows Governors and Lieutenant Governors to participate in Inter State…
MoCA launches UDAN's next phase with MoUs for regional air connectivity (24 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) initiated the next phase of the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) Scheme. It involved signing 22 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with various States and Union…
Nibe and France’s Naval Group Sign MoU for Naval Shipbuilding and Defence Technologies (23 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
On September 18, 2026, India's Nibe Limited and France's Naval Group signed an MoU to collaborate on naval shipbuilding, defence platforms, autonomous systems, and modern naval technologies. The partnership focuses on…
Biometric Aadhaar Authentication Mandatory for Subsidised LPG Refills from Oct 1, 2026 (23 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has mandated Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (BAA) for domestic LPG consumers from October 1, 2026. This is required to book subsidised LPG refills at the regulated…
Union Minister C R Patil Launches Swachh Seva Aankalan for Rural Sanitation (23 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, Union Minister C R Patil of the Ministry of Jal Shakti launched Swachh Seva Aankalan (SSA), an annual digital self assessment framework for rural sanitation service delivery. Developed by DDWS under…
MoD Signs Rs 586 Crore Contract for APUs for T-72 & T-90 Tanks (23 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
In September 2026, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a Rs 586 crore contract with Accurate Industrial Controls Private Limited (AICPL) for 3,257 Auxiliary Power Units (APUs). These APUs are for the Indian Army's T…
18th India–Mongolia Joint Military Exercise 'NOMADIC ELEPHANT' Begins in Uttarakhand (23 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The 18th edition of the annual India–Mongolia Joint Military Exercise ‘NOMADIC ELEPHANT 2026’ commenced on September 21, 2026, at the Foreign Training Node (FTN), Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. The exercise, involving 45…
MYAS Launches 100 Weeks Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan (23 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS) launched the 100 Weeks Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan (NMBA) on September 18, 2026. This nationwide anti drug initiative, through Mera Yuva Bharat and NSS, began with the…
PMKKKY Completes 11 Years, Sanctions Over 4.70 Lakh Projects (23 Sept 2026 · National Affairs)
The Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY), launched by the Ministry of Mines, completed 11 years on September 17, 2026. The scheme, aimed at benefiting mining affected communities, has sanctioned over…

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International Affairs

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October 2026

Bimal Patel Sworn In as Judge of International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) (2 Oct 2026 · International Affairs)
Indian jurist and academician Bimal N. Patel has been sworn in as a Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) at Hamburg, Germany. He will serve a nine year term from 2026 to 2035. Patel was…

September 2026

WEF's 2026 TTDI: India Ranks 31st; Japan Tops Globally (28 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, the World Economic Forum (WEF) released its 10th Travel and Tourism Development Index (TTDI 2026). India climbed 9 places to 31st position with a score of 4.42, attributed to low travel costs,…
Delhi Airport Ranks 28th Globally in OAG Megahubs 2026 Connectivity Report (26 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
According to the Official Airline Guide (OAG) Megahubs 2026 report, Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) has significantly improved its global connectivity ranking, moving from 39th in 2025 to 28th in…
India-New Zealand FTA to be effective from October 2026 (25 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced in September 2026 that the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and New Zealand will come into force on October 20, 2026. This follows the completion of ratification processes…
UN Women & UN DESA Release 'The Gender Snapshot 2026' Report (23 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, UN Women and UN DESA released “Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The Gender Snapshot 2026” report. This report, based on over 100 data sources, tracks gender equality progress under the…
Union Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar Visits Bhutan, Launches Development Projects (22 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
Union Minister of External Affairs Dr. S. Jaishankar visited Bhutan from September 16 18, 2026, to review bilateral cooperation. During his visit, he launched five development projects, including a hospital and a…
Maldives Repays $150 Million Loan to India (19 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
The Maldives repaid a 50 million tranche of treasury bills originally subscribed by the State Bank of India in 2019. The loan had been extended six times, and while the Maldivian government repaid the principal, the…
IFFCO Chairman Dileep Sanghani Elected to ICA Global Board for 2026-2030 Term (18 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
Dileep Sanghani, Chairman of Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO), has been elected as an At Large Director to the Global Board of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) for the 2026 2030 term.…
WEF's Global Gender Gap Index 2026: India Ranks 131st; Iceland Tops for 17th Year (18 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
The World Economic Forum (WEF) released its 20th annual "Global Gender Gap Report 2026", where India retained its 131st rank out of 145 countries. India saw a marginal increase in its overall score to 0.645, showing…
India Hosts 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi; Adopts 'New Delhi Declaration' (17 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
India successfully hosted the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi from September 12 13, 2026, under the theme "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability." Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the…
Colombo Security Conclave Conducts Table Top Exercise in Visakhapatnam (16 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) conducted a three day Table Top Exercise (TTX) at the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The exercise, which commenced on September 9, 2026,…
India and Vietnam Designate 2027 as 'Year of India-Vietnam Friendship' (16 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, India and Vietnam mutually agreed to designate 2027 as the 'Year of India Vietnam Friendship'. This decision was made during the 19th India Vietnam Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) held in New Delhi,…
9th ASEAN–India Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture and Forestry Held in New Delhi (16 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
The 9th ASEAN–India Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture and Forestry (9th AIMMAF) took place in New Delhi on September 9, 2026. The meeting aimed to enhance cooperation between ASEAN member states and India in the…
India and MERCOSUR Sign Protocol for Paperless Trade Using e-CoO (16 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, India and MERCOSUR (a South American trade bloc) signed the First Additional Protocol to their Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA). This protocol facilitates paperless trade by enabling the acceptance…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Visits Sri Lanka, Strengthens Bilateral Ties (15 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Sri Lanka from September 8 10, 2026, marking the first such visit by an Indian Defence Minister in nearly 40 years. The visit focused on strengthening bilateral defence…
79th WHO Regional Committee Session Held in Dili, Timor-Leste (12 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
The 79th session of the WHO Regional Committee for South East Asia (RC79) was held from September 7 10, 2026, in Dili, Timor Leste, chaired by Dr. Elia dos Reis Amaral. India, represented by Union Minister J.P. Nadda,…
MAHE Among Three Indian Hosts for US-India TRUST Fellowship 2026-27 (11 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) was selected as one of the three Indian host institutions for the US India TRUST Fellowship for 2026 27. This 12 month program aims to strengthen scientific…
India Joins 'Global 6G Initiative' with USA and 24 Nations (9 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, India, through the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, joined the 'Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security' initiative. This global initiative, led by the USA and involving 24 other countries,…
UNGA Adopts Resolution Declaring November 27 as International Day Against Child Marriage (8 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution, co sponsored by India and 69 other nations, declaring November 27 as the International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced…
Belgium PM Bart De Wever Visits India to Boost Bilateral Ties (8 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever made his first official visit to India from September 2 to 4, 2026, meeting PM Narendra Modi. The visit aimed to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, defence, technology,…
UNGA Adopts ‘Correct the Map’ Resolution, Promoting Equal Earth Projection (7 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the “Correct the Map” resolution, advocating for the Equal Earth projection to replace the 16th century 'Mercator map' for more accurate global representation. This…
Japan Reinforces Male-Only Imperial Succession Rules (6 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
Japan's National Diet approved amendments to the Imperial House Law on July 17, 2026, maintaining male only succession to the Chrysanthemum Throne. The revised law allows female members to retain royal status after…
Russia Begins First Oil Flow Through Vostok Oil Pipeline (6 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
Russia initiated the first oil transportation through the Vostok Oil trunk pipeline on September 5, 2026, loading crude at the Sever Bay terminal in Krasnoyarsk Krai. This marks a significant milestone for the Vostok…
Ülle Madise elected as President of Estonia for five-year term (5 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, Ülle Madise, the Chancellor of Justice, was elected President of Estonia for a five year term through a secret ballot. She was the sole candidate and secured 71 votes in the 101 member Riigikogu,…
26th SCO Summit held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan; Pakistan takes over presidency (5 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
The 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit was held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, from August 31 to September 1, 2026. Chaired by Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov, the summit marked SCO's 25th anniversary.…
India, Germany Sign Joint Declaration on Wetland Conservation (4 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, India and Germany signed a Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) on the Conservation and Wise Use of Wetlands of International Importance. This agreement, signed during the 4th Indo German Environment…
Türkiye Becomes 71st Nation to Join USA-Led 'Artemis Accords' for Space Exploration (3 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
In September 2026, Türkiye officially joined the United States led Artemis Accords, becoming the 71st country and the 7th West Asian nation to do so. The framework, signed by Mehmet Fatih Kacir, Türkiye's Industry and…
PM Modi Visits Uzbekistan; Conferred "Order of Highest Friendship" (2 Sept 2026 · International Affairs)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Uzbekistan from August 29 30, 2026, marking his fourth visit to the country. He held bilateral talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, strengthening cooperation in trade, defence,…

August 2026

Japan’s Yuko Keicho Appointed World Bank Group VP & Auditor General (29 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
In August 2026, the World Bank Group appointed Yuko Keicho of Japan as its Vice President and Auditor General. With over 30 years of experience, including previous senior roles at the World Bank Group and as Auditor…
International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition 2026 (26 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
The United Nations (UN) International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition is observed annually on August 23. This day honors the millions affected by the transatlantic slave trade and…
International Day Commemorating Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief 2026 – August 22 (24 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
The United Nations (UN) observed the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief on August 22, 2026. This day, first observed in 2019, aims to condemn violence and…
India signs two key agreements with Mauritius, including a 5-year petroleum supply pact (24 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
In August 2026, India signed two significant agreements with Mauritius, including a Government to Government (G2G) MoU on oil and gas cooperation and a 5 year petroleum supply pact. These agreements, signed during…
India and Singapore deepen partnership in semiconductors, digital payments, green energy (24 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
In August 2026, India and Singapore strengthened their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the 4th India–Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR). Cooperation expanded across critical sectors like semiconductors,…
Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Elected 23rd President of Bangladesh (22 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
In August 2026, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, a senior leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), was elected as the 23rd President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh for a 5 year term. He secured 255 votes…
Japan's Defence Minister Shinjirō Koizumi Visits India to Boost Defence Ties (22 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
Japanese Defence Minister Shinjirō Koizumi visited India from August 19 20, 2026, to strengthen defence cooperation and maritime security. During his visit, a Memorandum of Arrangement (MoA) on Maritime Security…
COAS General Dhiraj Seth Visits Nepal to Enhance Defence Cooperation (21 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
General Dhiraj Seth, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Indian Army, made a three day official visit to Nepal from August 17 19, 2026, at the invitation of his Nepali counterpart. The visit aimed to strengthen defence…
UNHCR, SICCI, and Ethiraj College Partner for Refugee Education and Inclusion (21 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
In August 2026, the UNHCR, Southern India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), and Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai, signed an MoU. This collaboration aims to enhance education, research, and community…
India-Thailand Joint Military Exercise MAITREE-XV Commences (20 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
The 15th edition of the India Thailand Joint Annual Military Exercise MAITREE XV began in August 2026 at Vibhavadi Rangsit Camp, Surat Thani, Thailand. Conducted from August 18 to August 31, 2026, the exercise aims to…
World Humanitarian Day 2026 – August 19, Theme: "Honouring fallen humanitarians..." (19 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
World Humanitarian Day (WHD) is observed annually on August 19 globally. This day honors humanitarian workers who provide life saving assistance during crises and advocates for the protection of humanitarian personnel…
India and Armenia Sign MoU to Strengthen Bilateral Defence Partnership (19 Aug 2026 · International Affairs)
In August 2026, the Government of India, through its Ministry of Defence (MoD), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Armenia to strengthen their bilateral defence industrial partnership. The agreement was…

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