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First International Space Summit 2026: Key facts, 51 announcements, Ariane 6, PAM-6, Haven-1, European ISS Crew, Importance for India and Significance

10-Sep-2026

The first International Space Summit opened at the Grand Palais in Paris, France, on 9 September 2026, bringing together delegations from around 120 countries and roughly 2,000 participants.

Dedicated Freight Corridors: Transforming India’s Freight Transportation Network

09-Sep-2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the completion of India’s more than 2,800-km Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) as a historic milestone for the country’s transport infrastructure.

World EV Day 2026: Theme, Key Facts, Importance of Electric Vehicles, PM E-DRIVE Scheme, India’s EV Revolution and Challenges

09-Sep-2026

World EV Day is observed every year on 9 September to promote awareness about electric vehicles (EVs), clean mobility and the transition away from fossil-fuel-dependent transport. 

Australia and India Strengthen Space Cooperation with Five New Partnerships

09-Sep-2026

Australia and India expanded cooperation in the space sector on 8 September 2026 with five new industry partnerships announced at the 9th Bengaluru Space Expo in Bengaluru.

Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026: Lucknow Tops Million-Plus Cities, Indore Ranks Second

08-Sep-2026

Lucknow has secured the first position among million-plus cities in the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026.

Army Launches AASHVAST Lab to Identify Chinese Components in Drones

08-Sep-2026

The Indian Army has established the AASHVAST facility in New Delhi to examine the electronic hardware, firmware and software used in military drones.

International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies 2026: Theme, Background, Air Pollution, Climate Change and India’s steps

08-Sep-2026

The International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies is being observed on 7 September 2026 worldwide. 

India’s Su-30MKI to Integrate Russian RVV-BD Missile: Key Facts, Range Missile, Importance of Radar, Strategic Significance and Challenges

08-Sep-2026

The Defence Ministry is taking up a proposal to modify the Su-30MKI so it can employ the RVV-BD, a Russian very-long-range air-to-air missile. 

India Eyes Nuclear Power in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

08-Sep-2026

The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) has undertaken an assessment of potential sites in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands for the deployment of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).

Gegeneophis chandgadi: New Caecilian Species Discovered in Maharashtra

08-Sep-2026

Scientists have discovered a new species of legless, worm-like amphibian named Gegeneophis chandgadi from Maharashtra.

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