Daily Current Affairs – 23 September 2026 covers the latest national, international, sports, economy, science, health, environment and government updates useful for SSC, Banking, Railway, UPSC, State PSC and other competitive examinations.
Daily Current Affairs – 23 September 2026
1. India Reaches 12 Medals at Asian Games 2026
India continued its medal-winning campaign at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026. As of 23 September, India had won 12 medals, including 1 Gold, 5 Silver and 6 Bronze.
2. Mirabai Chanu Wins Silver in Women’s 49 kg Weightlifting
Mirabai Chanu won the silver medal in the women’s 49 kg weightlifting event at the Asian Games 2026.
She lifted a total of 198 kg, including 87 kg in snatch and 111 kg in clean and jerk. This was her first Asian Games medal.
3. Jay Meena Wins India’s First Asian Games Soft Tennis Medal
Jay Meena won a bronze medal in the men’s individual soft tennis event at the Asian Games.
He became India’s first-ever Asian Games medallist in soft tennis.
4. Indian Women Win Bronze in Skeet Team Event
Parinaaz Dhaliwal, Maheshwari Chauhan and Raiza Dhillon won the bronze medal in the women’s skeet team event at the Asian Games 2026.
5. 11th Ayurveda Day 2026
The 11th Ayurveda Day is being observed on 23 September 2026. The main celebration is being held in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
The theme for Ayurveda Day 2026 is “Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow.”
6. Ayushman Bharat Completes Eight Years
Ayushman Bharat completed eight years on 23 September 2026. The programme includes major initiatives aimed at expanding access to healthcare and health protection.
7. MY Bharat Crosses 3 Crore Registered Youth
Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), the national youth engagement platform, crossed the milestone of 3 crore registered youth in less than three years.
8. EPFO Wage Ceiling Raised to ₹25,000
The Central Government has raised the statutory wage ceiling for mandatory EPF coverage from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month, effective from 17 September 2026.
9. World Rhino Day 2026
World Rhino Day is observed every year on 22 September to raise awareness about rhinoceros conservation.
10. National Pharmacovigilance Week 2026
The 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week is being observed from 17 to 23 September 2026.
The theme is “Promoting Rational Use of Medicines through Pharmacovigilance – A Step Towards Safer Healthcare.”
11. India’s Semiconductor Ecosystem
The Government highlighted India’s expanding electronics and semiconductor ecosystem during SEMICON India 2026, with focus on semiconductor design, manufacturing, packaging, research and talent development.
12. IMEI Tampering Awareness
The Department of Telecommunications and government agencies are strengthening awareness and action against IMEI tampering, which can affect mobile-device identification and telecom security.
Quick Revision – 23 September 2026
| Topic | Key Fact |
|---|---|
| India Asian Games medals | 12 medals |
| India Asian Games Gold medals | 1 |
| Mirabai Chanu | Silver – Women’s 49 kg Weightlifting |
| Jay Meena | India’s first Asian Games Soft Tennis medallist |
| Women’s Skeet Team | Bronze |
| Ayurveda Day | 23 September |
| Ayurveda Day 2026 Theme | Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow |
| Ayurveda Day Venue | Nagpur, Maharashtra |
| MY Bharat | 3 crore+ registered youth |
| EPFO Wage Ceiling | ₹15,000 → ₹25,000 per month |
| National Pharmacovigilance Week | 17–23 September 2026 |
Why These Current Affairs Matter for Exams
Today’s updates cover important areas including Asian Games 2026, sports achievements, Ayurveda, healthcare, youth programmes, EPFO, pharmacovigilance, wildlife conservation and semiconductors. These topics are useful for SSC, Banking, Railway, UPSC, State PSC and other competitive examinations.
FAQs
Who won silver in the women’s 49 kg weightlifting event at Asian Games 2026?
Mirabai Chanu won the silver medal.
Who became India’s first Asian Games medallist in Soft Tennis?
Jay Meena became India’s first Asian Games medallist in Soft Tennis.
What is the theme of Ayurveda Day 2026?
Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow.
How many youth are registered with MY Bharat?
MY Bharat crossed 3 crore registered youth.
What is the new EPFO statutory wage ceiling?
The statutory wage ceiling has been raised to ₹25,000 per month.