India News 18 September 2026: India News Today, National & Education News
Today's India news covers semiconductor manufacturing, India's energy-security response, international UPI expansion, education-related developments and other major national updates.
Published: 18 September 2026 ยท Updated with important verified news.
1. India strengthens its semiconductor manufacturing push
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated SEMICON India 2026 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. The event focuses on India's semiconductor and electronics ecosystem.
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2. SEMICON 2.0 linked with major semiconductor investment and employment
Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said SEMICON 2.0 is expected to generate substantial investment and employment opportunities in India's semiconductor industry.
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3. India reiterates focus on energy security
The government said India would take necessary steps to protect economic interests and ensure energy security while continuing to work with diversified energy suppliers.
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4. India and Bhutan expand international UPI access
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar joined Bhutanese leaders for the launch of the second phase of international UPI for Bhutanese citizens visiting India.
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5. Supreme Court seeks report on deaths in Manipur relief camps
The Supreme Court directed the Manipur chief secretary to file an affidavit concerning deaths, including unnatural deaths, in relief camps.
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- India strengthens its semiconductor manufacturing push
- SEMICON 2.0 linked with major semiconductor investment and employment
- India reiterates focus on energy security
- India and Bhutan expand international UPI access
- Supreme Court seeks report on deaths in Manipur relief camps
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