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Published on Sep 20, 2026

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EduTips Daily CA Bullet Points (20-September-2026)

1) 🇮🇳 National

PM Vishwakarma Yojana completes two years of implementation. The scheme supports traditional artisans and craftspeople through skill training, toolkit incentives, digital transaction incentives and collateral-free credit support.
Biometric Aadhaar authentication will become mandatory from October 1, 2026 for booking subsidised domestic LPG refills.
The Gaganyaan programme has achieved another major milestone with progress in its uncrewed test missions ahead of India’s first human spaceflight.
India continues to expand its semiconductor ecosystem through Semicon 2.0, covering chip design, fabrication, packaging, equipment and skilled manpower.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India’s climate-action efforts at an international conference on environment and climate dynamics, stressing the importance of equitable responsibility for global emissions.

The 20th Asian Games are underway in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4, 2026.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) continues to focus on regional security, counter-terrorism, connectivity and economic cooperation.
India continues to emphasise stronger multilateral cooperation and counter-terrorism coordination through international forums.
Global energy markets remain sensitive to geopolitical developments and disruptions affecting major maritime trade routes.
Red panda conservation remains an important environmental issue across the Eastern Himalayas, particularly in India, Nepal, Bhutan and China.

The RBI continues its liquidity-management operations amid substantial surplus liquidity in the banking system.
The RBI’s latest assessment projects India’s real GDP growth for FY2026–27 at around 6.4%.
UPI crossed 19 billion monthly transactions in August 2026, highlighting the continued expansion of India's digital-payment ecosystem.
India’s gross GST collections for August 2026 were around ₹1.85 lakh crore, reflecting continued strength in tax revenues.
NTPC Green Energy commissioned an additional 200 MW of solar capacity in Rajasthan, supporting India’s renewable-energy expansion.
Global crude-oil prices remain an important risk factor for India because higher oil prices can increase the import bill, inflation and current-account pressure.

September 21 is observed as the International Day of Peace.
The United Nations established the observance in 1981.
The day is dedicated to strengthening the ideals of peace and non-violence.
The 2026 theme focuses on promoting a culture of peace in a world facing increasing conflicts and divisions.

Observed annually on September 21.
The day raises awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
It promotes awareness, early diagnosis, support for affected families and reduction of stigma.

Born: September 16, 1916, in Madurai, Tamil Nadu.
One of India's most celebrated Carnatic vocalists.
Awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1998.
Received the Ramon Magsaysay Award in 1974.
She became the first Indian musician to perform at the United Nations General Assembly, in 1966.
Her rendition of “Vaishnava Jana To” and other devotional compositions became internationally recognised.
She played an important role in taking Indian classical music to global audiences.

The 2026 Asian Games are underway in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
India’s women’s cricket team faces Bangladesh in the semi-final today.
India’s women’s hockey team faces Uzbekistan, while the men’s hockey team takes on Indonesia.
Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Uttam Maskar and Vidarsa K Vinod are competing in the women’s 10m air rifle events.
Indian Teqball player Quimcy Dsouza is competing for a bronze medal in the women’s singles event.
Suraj Singh Mayanglambam is competing in the men’s Changquan final in Wushu.
India is participating in the Asian Games with a 503-member athlete contingent across 36 disciplines.
India won a record 107 medals at the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023.

Anant Nag has been selected for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024, India’s highest honour in cinema.
The award will be presented at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony on September 22, 2026, in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat.
The Dadasaheb Phalke Award honours outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema.
Anant Nag made his film debut with Sankalpa (1973) and has made significant contributions to Kannada and Indian cinema.

PM Vishwakarma: Remember September 2026 = two years of the scheme, which supports traditional artisans and craftspeople.
LPG authentication: October 1, 2026 — biometric Aadhaar authentication becomes mandatory for subsidised domestic LPG refills.
UPI: Crossed 19 billion transactions in August 2026, an important milestone for India's digital-payment ecosystem.
GST: August 2026 gross GST collection — approximately ₹1.85 lakh crore.
Gaganyaan: ISRO continues preparations for India’s first human spaceflight mission.
Asian Games 2026: Aichi-Nagoya, Japan — September 19 to October 4.
International Day of Peace: September 21.
World Alzheimer's Day: September 21.

Milestone — an important event or achievement that marks significant progress.

Example: The two-year completion of PM Vishwakarma is an important milestone in supporting India's traditional artisans.