Daily Current Affairs 10th Sep 2026

1. India to Host 18th BRICS Summit

India will host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi on September 12–13, 2026. Discussions are expected to focus on global economic cooperation, trade, energy security and reforms in the international financial system.

2. Rajnath Singh Visits Sri Lanka

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Sri Lanka and met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. India and Sri Lanka signed three MoUs covering defence cooperation, including the upgrading of L70 guns and cooperation between defence institutions.

3. Vinai Kumar Saxena Gets Additional Charge of J&K LG

Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has been given the additional charge of Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir during the absence of Manoj Sinha.

4. India-Japan Air Exercise ‘Veer Guardian 2026’

India and Japan are conducting the bilateral air exercise Veer Guardian-2026 at Jodhpur, Rajasthan. The exercise aims to enhance operational coordination and interoperability between the two air forces.

5. BRICS Trade and De-dollarisation

Ahead of the BRICS summit, intra-BRICS trade has increased significantly. Member countries are also exploring greater use of national currencies and alternative cross-border payment mechanisms to reduce dependence on the US dollar.

6. DRDO Launches SHIELD Programme

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has launched the SHIELD programme, aimed at strengthening India’s capabilities in high-power microwave and directed-energy defence technologies.

7. India’s Stock Market Faces Volatility

Indian equity markets remained under pressure amid geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices. The Sensex fell over 1%, while the rupee weakened beyond ₹95 against the US dollar, according to reports.

8. India’s Space Station Target

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said India aims to establish its own space station by 2035, marking another major milestone in the country’s long-term space programme.

9. Sheetal Devi Shines in Para Archery

Indian para-archer Sheetal Devi continued her impressive run by winning an individual title in the World Para Series, further strengthening India’s presence in international para-sports.

10. Global Oil Supply Under Pressure

Escalating tensions involving Iran and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz are putting pressure on global energy markets. Brent crude has moved above the $100-per-barrel level amid concerns over oil supplies.

11. India’s AI Innovation Recognised

The AI Quotient Awards 2026 are being held in Mumbai to recognise Indian companies, startups and leaders contributing to practical and scalable artificial-intelligence innovation.

12. New Lichen Species Discovered in Kerala

Researchers have discovered a new lichen species, Buellia maharajensis in Kerala, adding to India’s biodiversity and scientific research record.

13. J&K Current Affairs

In Jammu & Kashmir, major developments today include heightened security activity, enforcement drives, the ongoing political debate over Vande Mataram, and continued administrative and law-and-order developments across the Union Territory.

Important One-Liners

18th BRICS Summit: New Delhi

BRICS Summit Dates: September 12–13, 2026

Additional J&K LG charge: Vinai Kumar Saxena

India-Japan Air Exercise: Veer Guardian 2026

Exercise Venue: Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Defence Minister visiting Sri Lanka: Rajnath Singh

DRDO Programme: SHIELD

India’s planned space station: Targeted for 2035

New lichen species: Buellia maharajensis

Major global energy chokepoint: Strait of Hormuz