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Tata Steel Starts India’s First Coke Oven Gas Injection Project

Tata Steel has commissioned a Coke Oven Gas injection project at Blast Furnace 1 of its Meramandali plant in Odisha. The initiative is aimed at reducing fossil-fuel use and carbon emissions in steel production.

Key Highlights:

  • The project is the first of its kind in India’s steel industry.
  • Coke Oven Gas is a hydrogen-rich and hydrocarbon-rich by-product of coke production.
  • The gas contains more than 55% hydrogen.
  • The project purifies and injects hydrogen-rich gas into blast furnaces through tuyeres.
  • It creates a three-fuel operating system.
  • The technology can reduce dependence on carbon-based reducing agents.
  • It can improve energy efficiency and operational flexibility.
  • The project supports Tata Steel’s target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2045.
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NIXI and APNIC Sign MoU to Strengthen Internet Infrastructure

The National Internet Exchange of India and the Asia Pacific Network Information Centre have signed an MoU to improve internet infrastructure, technical capacity and network security in India.

Key Highlights:

  • The MoU was signed during APNIC 62 in Mumbai.
  • It focuses on internet infrastructure development and technical knowledge sharing.
  • The partnership will support stronger internet routing security.
  • Domestic hosting of an APNIC server instance can help reduce latency and improve network resilience.
  • Training programmes will help develop local technical expertise.
  • The partnership will promote the use of Resource Public Key Infrastructure (RPKI).
  • RPKI helps authenticate internet routing information and strengthen protection against routing-related cyber threats.
  • The cooperation also supports wider adoption of IPv6.
  • APNIC 62 marked the return of the APNIC conference to India after 14 years.
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Cochin Shipyard and Drydocks World Form Joint Venture for Ship Repair

Cochin Shipyard Limited and UAE-based Drydocks World have entered into a 50:50 joint venture to operate and expand the International Ship Repair Facility in Kochi, Kerala.

Key Highlights:

  • Both partners will hold an equal 50% stake.
  • Each company will invest ₹900 crore.
  • The partnership will strengthen India’s ship-repair and maritime services sector.
  • Cochin Shipyard will contribute its shipbuilding, repair, and engineering capabilities.
  • Drydocks World will bring international expertise in vessel repair, maintenance and offshore engineering.
  • The project builds on an earlier cooperation agreement between the two companies.
  • The initiative can improve India’s position in the international ship-repair market.
  • Cochin Shipyard is a Miniratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
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New Bankers’ Books Evidence Act to Come Into Force from October 2026

The Ministry of Finance has notified the implementation of the Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026. The new law replaces the 1891 legislation governing the use of banking records as evidence.

Key Highlights:

  • The Act received Presidential assent on 13 August 2026.
  • It will come into force from 1 October 2026.
  • The law provides a modern framework for using banking records as evidence.
  • It recognises physical as well as electronic, digital, virtual and cloud-based banking records.
  • It also covers backup and disaster-recovery records.
  • The Act clarifies when courts can summon bank officials.
  • If a bank is not a party to a case, the court will have to record a special cause for summoning its officials.
  • The law brings the evidence framework in line with modern banking technology.
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PM Matsya Sampada Yojana Completes Six Years

The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) completed six years on 10 September 2026. The scheme has been supporting the modernisation, sustainability, and growth of India’s fisheries sector.

Key Highlights:

  • PMMSY was launched in 2020.
  • The scheme was started with an outlay of ₹20,050 crore.
  • It was originally planned for five years, from FY 2020-21 to FY 2024-25.
  • The implementation period was later extended through FY 2025-26.
  • It is implemented by the Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
  • The scheme has both Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored components.
  • ₹2,500 crore was allocated under PMMSY in the Budget Estimates for 2026-27.
  • The scheme focuses on sustainable and responsible fisheries development.
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RBI Grants Key Regulatory Approvals to Financial Firms

RBI Grants Key Regulatory Approvals to Financial FirmsThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued several important regulatory approvals involving fintech and financial-services companies.

One of the major developments is the in-principle approval for RNFI Services to operate as a Payment Aggregator-Physical, allowing it to facilitate physical payment services through its distribution network.

Key Highlights:

  • RNFI Services received in-principle authorisation for Payment Aggregator-Physical operations.
  • The approval comes under the Payment and Settlement Systems framework.
  • PB Pay has commenced commercial operations as a Payment Aggregator.
  • PB Pay received its regulatory authorisation earlier in 2026.
  • ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company received approval to acquire up to 9.95% of CSB Bank’s paid-up capital or voting rights.
  • The developments strengthen the regulated digital and physical payments ecosystem.
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Also Read: India and Japan Hold Veer Guardian Air Exercise 2026 in Rajasthan
10 September 2026 Current Affairs, Current Affairs Today, Current Affairs MCQ, SSC Current Affairs, UPSC Current Affairs

India and Japan Hold Veer Guardian Air Exercise 2026 in Rajasthan

India and Japan Hold Veer Guardian Air Exercise 2026 in RajasthanThe Indian Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defence Force have begun the second edition of their bilateral air exercise, Veer Guardian Air Exercise 2026, at Jodhpur in Rajasthan.

The exercise is designed to improve coordination between the two air forces through advanced missions, operational planning, and professional exchanges.

Key Highlights:

  • Exercise: Veer Guardian-2026.
  • Edition: Second edition of the Veer Guardian Air Exercise 2026.
  • Venue: Air Force Station Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
  • Duration: 9–22 September 2026.
  • Indian aircraft: Tejas, Su-30 MKI and Rafale.
  • Japanese aircraft: F-2A fighter aircraft.
  • Japanese contingent: Around 110 personnel.
  • Main objectives: Interoperability, tactical proficiency, and operational coordination.
  • The first edition was held in Japan in 2023.
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Also Read: Indian Army Establishes AASHVAST Lab for Drone Security Testing
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Indian Army Establishes AASHVAST Lab for Drone Security Testing

Indian Army Establishes AASHVAST Lab for Drone Security TestingThe Indian Army has established a specialised AASHVAST lab in New Delhi to examine electronic components used in unmanned systems and identify potential security vulnerabilities.

The facility is designed to help assess drones and other critical defence equipment while strengthening cyber resilience and operational preparedness.

Key Highlights:

  • Lab name: AASHVAST Laboratory.
  • Full form: Assessment and Analysis of Electronic Systems Hardware for Vulnerabilities and Security Threats.
  • Location: Directorate General of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering headquarters, New Delhi.
  • Focus: Examination of electronic components and security vulnerabilities in drones.
  • The facility uses air-gapped and read-only systems.
  • It operates offline during equipment assessment.
  • The lab is intended to strengthen defence-system security and operational readiness.
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Also Read: Food Department and FCI Sign MoU to Modernise Foodgrain Management
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Food Department and FCI Sign MoU to Modernise Foodgrain Management

Food Department and FCI Sign MoU to Modernise Foodgrain ManagementThe Department of Food and Public Distribution and the Food Corporation of India (FCI)  have signed an agreement for 2026-27 to improve the efficiency and accountability of the country’s foodgrain management system.

The agreement establishes performance targets covering storage, logistics, quality control, and technology adoption. It also places emphasis on reducing storage losses and improving supply-chain operations.

Key Highlights:

  • Agreement period: Financial Year 2026-27.
  • Main objective: Modernisation of foodgrain management.
  • Focus areas: Storage, logistics, quality control and technology.
  • Storage losses will be targeted for reduction.
  • Depot performance will be monitored through the Depot Darpan system.
  • Employee training and skill development will support the adoption of modern technologies.
  • FCI is responsible for procurement, storage, movement, and distribution of foodgrains.
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Also Read: Goa Police Receives President’s Colour for Distinguished Service
10 September 2026 Current Affairs, Current Affairs Today, Current Affairs MCQ, SSC Current Affairs, UPSC Current Affairs

Goa Police Receives President’s Colour for Distinguished Service

Goa Police Receives President’s Colour for Distinguished ServiceGoa Police has been awarded the President’s Colour in recognition of more than eight decades of service, courage and professionalism. The honour recognises the force’s contribution to maintaining internal security and protecting Goa’s coastline and large tourist population.

Goa Police has also introduced technology-driven measures to improve policing and emergency response.

Key Highlights:

  • Award: President’s Colour.
  • Presented in: Panaji, Goa.
  • Goa Police has more than 80 years of service.
  • AI-based assistance has been introduced for the cybercrime helpline 1930.
  • The AI system initially supports Konkani, Marathi, and Hindi.
  • The service is planned to expand to all 22 languages listed in the Eighth Schedule.
  • Emergency response time through helpline 112 has been reduced from 18 minutes to 8 minutes.
  • Goa Police has recorded significant improvement in implementing new criminal laws.
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Also Read: PM-SETU Approves ₹735.70 Crore for Three ITI Clusters
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