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Current Affairs 10 September 2026
Kishor Makwana to Receive Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Jan Seva Puraskar 2026
The Chairman of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC), Kishor Makwana, is set to receive the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Jan Seva Puraskar 2026 for the commission’s contribution to social justice and public service.
The award will be presented on September 9, 2026, during the 16th Sansad Ratna Awards 2026 ceremony in Delhi.
The Prime Point Foundation and the Sansad Ratna Awards Jury nominated the National Commission for Scheduled Castes for this recognition. The jury acknowledged the NCSC’s efforts towards promoting social justice and serving the nation.
The NCSC is responsible for safeguarding the constitutional and legal rights of Scheduled Castes and monitoring issues connected with their protection and welfare.
Key Facts
- Award: Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Jan Seva Puraskar 2026
- NCSC Chairman: Kishor Makwana
- Award ceremony: 16th Sansad Ratna Awards 2026
- Date: September 9, 2026
- Venue: Delhi
- NCSC role: Protection of legal and constitutional rights of Scheduled Castes
Sheetal Devi Wins First Individual Gold at Ahmedabad Para Series
Indian para-archer Sheetal Devi achieved an important milestone by winning her first individual gold medal at the Hyundai World Archery Para Series in Ahmedabad.
She defeated Aizada Seidan of Kazakhstan in a shoot-off during the compound women’s final to secure the title.
The contest was closely fought. Both archers initially recorded 30 points. Seidan then produced two Xs with her final two arrows, forcing the match into a shoot-off.
Sheetal Devi eventually prevailed, adding another significant achievement to her growing international career. The victory also comes ahead of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games.
Seidan, who was ranked 44th in the world, finished with the silver medal, which was also her first silver at the event.
Key Facts
- Athlete: Sheetal Devi
- Sport: Para archery
- Event: Hyundai World Archery Para Series
- Venue: Ahmedabad
- Medal: Individual Gold
- Category: Compound Women’s
- Final opponent: Aizada Seidan of Kazakhstan
- Decided by: Shoot-off
Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026
The 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026, India’s National Nutrition Month campaign, began on September 9, 2026.
The theme for this year’s campaign is “Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari”, meaning “Our Anganwadi Centres, Our Responsibility.”
The month-long campaign focuses on improving nutrition awareness and encouraging healthier practices. Major areas of emphasis include dietary diversity, adequate protein intake, nutritious hot cooked meals, community participation and early childhood stimulation.
Rashtriya Poshan Maah is observed every September and serves as a national platform for promoting awareness and behavioural change related to nutrition, health and caregiving.
The 2026 campaign also marks the completion of 10 years of the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY). The scheme provides maternity benefits through cash incentives to support the health and nutritional needs of pregnant women.
The government’s POSHAN Abhiyaan was launched in March 2018 as an inter-ministerial initiative to address malnutrition through convergence and behavioural change. Under Mission Poshan 2.0, various nutrition-related interventions were brought together.
Key Facts
- Edition: 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah
- Month: September
- Launch: September 9, 2026
- Theme: “Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari”
- Focus: Nutrition, health and caregiving
- PMMVY: Provides maternity benefits through cash incentives
- POSHAN Abhiyaan launched: March 2018
UIDAI Launches Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK and Sandbox
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced the Aadhaar Face Authentication Software Development Kit (SDK) and Aadhaar Face Authentication Sandbox at the Global Fintech Fest 2026.
The new tools are designed to help financial institutions, fintech companies, government bodies and other organisations integrate Aadhaar-based face authentication into their digital applications.
One major advantage of the SDK is that it can reduce dependence on separate third-party applications. Authentication capabilities can instead be incorporated directly into an organisation’s own application.
The Aadhaar Face Authentication Sandbox provides organisations with a controlled testing environment where they can develop and test the complete authentication process before deployment.
The technology incorporates AI/ML-based liveness detection and anti-spoofing features, along with mechanisms for secure handling and encryption of authentication information.
The SDK is designed to operate on consumer smartphones, potentially supporting wider adoption of Aadhaar face authentication across digital services.
According to UIDAI, Aadhaar face authentication has already recorded more than 500 crore authentication transactions and has been adopted by nearly 200 organisations.
Key Facts
- Organisation: UIDAI
- New products: Face Authentication SDK and Sandbox
- Launched at: Global Fintech Fest 2026
- Technology: AI/ML-based liveness detection and anti-spoofing
- Device support: Consumer smartphones
- Authentication transactions: Over 500 crore
- Organisations using the technology: Nearly 200
India’s Carbon Credit Scheme Gets UK Recognition
India’s Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) has received recognition from the United Kingdom as a carbon-pricing mechanism under its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) framework.
The recognition could be significant for Indian exporters of carbon-intensive products, particularly industries such as steel and cement.
Under the arrangement, carbon costs already incurred by Indian exporters through the CCTS may be considered while determining the applicable carbon cost under the UK’s CBAM system. This could help reduce the possibility of carbon costs being imposed twice.
The development is also important in the context of expanding India-UK economic relations. India and the UK signed the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) on July 15, 2026.
India-UK merchandise trade was valued at approximately $25.1 billion in 2025–26, while bilateral services trade stood at around $35.4 billion in 2024.
Key Facts
- Indian scheme: Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS)
- UK mechanism: Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
- Important sectors: Steel and cement
- Potential benefit: Recognition of carbon costs already paid in India
- India-UK CETA signed: July 15, 2026
- Merchandise trade: $25.1 billion in 2025–26
ISRO Tests CE20 Cryogenic Engine at 220 kN Thrust
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted a flight-acceptance hot test of its indigenous CE20 cryogenic engine at an enhanced thrust level of 220 kN on September 9, 2026.
The test was carried out at the ISRO Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu. The upgraded engine is associated with the C32 upper stage of an upcoming LVM3 mission.
The CE20 is a cryogenic upper-stage engine developed by ISRO for the LVM3 launch vehicle. It uses liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen as propellants, which are stored at extremely low temperatures.
The LVM3 is India’s heavy-lift launch vehicle and is used for major satellite missions as well as applications related to human spaceflight.
The upgraded 220 kN thrust configuration is intended to enhance the payload-carrying capability of the launch vehicle.
During the test, ISRO also demonstrated the Liquid Oxygen Tank Pressurisation Module (LTPM), designed for the C32 stages associated with the Gaganyaan missions.
The latest test follows an earlier sea-level hot test conducted on March 10, 2026, which lasted 165 seconds.
Key Facts
- Organisation: ISRO
- Engine: CE20
- Engine type: Cryogenic
- Tested thrust: 220 kN
- Test location: Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu
- Launch vehicle: LVM3
- Upper stage: C32
- Propellants: Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen
- Related programme: Gaganyaan
Rani Mukerji Receives Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award
Actress Rani Mukerji was honoured with the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award at the 62nd Maharashtra State Film Awards ceremony.
The event was held on September 9, 2026, at Ravindra Natya Mandir in Prabhadevi, Mumbai.
The award was presented by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis during the ceremony organised by the Government of Maharashtra.
The Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award recognises notable contributions to cinema and the film industry. It is named after legendary filmmaker and actor Raj Kapoor.
The Maharashtra State Film Awards are annual honours presented by the state government to recognise achievements and contributions in the Marathi and broader Indian film industry.
Other prominent honours at the ceremony included the Raj Kapoor Lifetime Achievement Award, which was given to Salim Khan and accepted on his behalf by actress Helen. Actor-director Prasad Oak received the Chitrapati V. Shantaram Special Contribution Award.
Key Facts
- Awardee: Rani Mukerji
- Award: Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award
- Edition: 62nd Maharashtra State Film Awards
- Date: September 9, 2026
- Venue: Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi, Mumbai
- Presented by: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Salim Khan
Review Questions
1. Who is set to receive the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Jan Seva Puraskar 2026?
A. Kishor Makwana
B. Dinesh Trivedi
C. Rajnath Singh
D. Devendra Fadnavis
Answer: A. Kishor Makwana
2. Sheetal Devi won her first individual gold medal at which event?
A. Asian Para Games
B. Hyundai World Archery Para Series
C. World Para Athletics Championship
D. Paralympic Games
Answer: B. Hyundai World Archery Para Series
3. Whom did Sheetal Devi defeat in the compound women’s final?
A. Deepika Kumari
B. Aída Román
C. Aizada Seidan
D. Jyothi Vennam
Answer: C. Aizada Seidan
4. What is the theme of Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026?
A. Poshan Se Pragati
B. Swasth Bharat, Saksham Bharat
C. Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari
D. Poshan Abhiyaan: Jan Bhagidari
Answer: C. Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari
5. Which organisation launched the Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK and Sandbox?
A. NPCI
B. UIDAI
C. MeitY
D. RBI
Answer: B. UIDAI
6. Which technology is incorporated into the Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK for detecting fraudulent attempts?
A. Blockchain encryption
B. AI/ML-based liveness detection and anti-spoofing
C. Quantum authentication
D. GPS-based verification
Answer: B. AI/ML-based liveness detection and anti-spoofing
7. India’s Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) received recognition from the UK under which mechanism?
A. UK ETS
B. Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
C. Clean Development Mechanism (CDM)
D. Green Investment Scheme
Answer: B. Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
8. At what thrust level did ISRO conduct the CE20 cryogenic engine hot test on September 9, 2026?
A. 180 kN
B. 200 kN
C. 220 kN
D. 250 kN
Answer: C. 220 kN
9. The CE20 engine is associated with which launch vehicle?
A. PSLV
B. SSLV
C. GSLV
D. LVM3
Answer: D. LVM3
10. Who received the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award at the 62nd Maharashtra State Film Awards?
A. Madhuri Dixit
B. Rani Mukerji
C. Kajol
D. Tabu
Answer: B. Rani Mukerji
