Daily Current Affairs Digest | 5th Sep 2026
India is hosting the Hyundai World Archery Para Series 2026 at the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad from September 5 to 9. The competition includes Recurve, Compound, W1 and Visually Impaired categories. The event highlights India’s growing role in promoting inclusive international sporting events.
India and Belgium signed several agreements during bilateral talks held in New Delhi. The agreements cover renewable energy, defence cooperation, semiconductors, migration and critical minerals. The partnership is expected to strengthen technological, economic and strategic cooperation between the two countries.
The Reserve Bank of India appointed Suman Ray as its Executive Director. Before assuming the new position, he served as the RBI’s Regional Director for Maharashtra. He took charge of his new responsibilities with immediate effect.
The National Biodiversity Authority disbursed ₹5.68 crore under the Access and Benefit Sharing mechanism. The amount was distributed to State Biodiversity Boards and research institutions for biodiversity conservation and related initiatives. The mechanism aims to ensure the fair sharing of benefits arising from the use of biological resources.
Air Marshal KAA Sanjeeb assumed charge as the Air Officer-in-Charge Maintenance of the Indian Air Force. He will oversee aircraft maintenance, engineering services, logistical support and operational preparedness. The position plays a crucial role in maintaining the combat readiness of the Air Force.
The United Nations General Assembly approved an Africa-led resolution promoting maps that show the continents in their correct relative sizes. The initiative seeks to address distortions created by traditional map projections, which often exaggerate the size of certain regions while reducing the visual representation of Africa and other areas.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that India remains in continuous contact with Russia and Ukraine. India is exploring diplomatic possibilities that could contribute to reducing the conflict and creating conditions for dialogue and peace.
The Government proposed three-year permissions and stricter safety regulations for importing and transporting petroleum products through ISO tank containers. The proposed framework seeks to improve safety standards, regulatory compliance and monitoring during petroleum transportation.
The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed the rescue of Indian nationals from Nepal’s flood-affected Trishuli Bazaar area. Indian authorities are coordinating with Nepalese agencies, and evacuation efforts are continuing amid difficult disaster conditions.
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the National Teachers’ Awards on outstanding school teachers in New Delhi on Teachers’ Day. The awards recognised their contributions to educational excellence, innovative teaching practices and the overall development of students.
