India News 22 September 2026: National & Education News
India News 22 September 2026: National & Education News. These current affairs are useful for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence and State PCS preparation.
Published: 22 September 2026 · Latest News & Current Affairs
1. 72nd National Film Awards to Be Presented in Gujarat
What happened: President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to present the 72nd National Film Awards at Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat, on 22 September 2026.
Why it matters: The awards recognise achievements in Indian cinema and are an important national cultural event.
Exam Fact: The National Film Awards are major national honours for cinema.
2. National Anti-Narcotics Task Force Conference Begins
What happened: The third National Conference of Heads of Anti-Narcotics Task Forces is scheduled in New Delhi on 22 September.
Why it matters: The conference focuses on coordination between central and state anti-narcotics units.
Exam Fact: ANTF stands for Anti-Narcotics Task Force.
3. India International Water Week Opens in New Delhi
What happened: India International Water Week begins in New Delhi with focus on water security, management and sustainable water resources.
Why it matters: Water management is important for agriculture, cities, industry and climate resilience.
Exam Fact: Integrated water-resource management links water use, conservation and ecosystems.
4. IMD Issues Orange Alert for Six Kerala Districts
What happened: The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for six Kerala districts because of possible heavy to very heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.
Why it matters: Heavy rainfall can affect transport, agriculture, infrastructure and disaster preparedness.
Exam Fact: An orange alert signals potentially severe weather requiring preparedness.
5. DPIIT Holds Industry Workshop on Trade and Ease of Doing Business
What happened: DPIIT is scheduled to hold an industry workshop covering free-trade agreements, ease of doing business and regulatory compliance.
Why it matters: The discussions are relevant to exporters, MSMEs, startups and India’s trade environment.
Exam Fact: DPIIT works under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
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- 1. 72nd National Film Awards to Be Presented in Gujarat
- 2. National Anti-Narcotics Task Force Conference Begins
- 3. India International Water Week Opens in New Delhi
- 4. IMD Issues Orange Alert for Six Kerala Districts
- 5. DPIIT Holds Industry Workshop on Trade and Ease of Doing Business
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