Daily Current Affairs Digest | 1st Sep 2026

Daily Current Affairs Digest | 1st Sep 2026

1. Government Notifies Semicon 2.0

Government notifies 6 pillars of Semicon 2.0
The Government of India has notified Semicon 2.0, the next phase of the Semiconductor India Programme. The initiative aims to strengthen domestic chip manufacturing, develop a complete semiconductor ecosystem, attract investment and reduce India’s dependence on imported electronic components.

2. India’s Coconut Exports Register Strong Growth

India's coconut sector emerges as a global growth engine, supporting 30 million livelihoods and expanding value | DD News
India’s coconut product exports reached ₹7,038 crore in FY26, recording a growth of 62%. The increase reflects the growing global demand for Indian coconut products and the expansion of value-added agricultural processing and export industries.

3. NASA Launches Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope

NASA launches Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to shed light on the dark universe – Physics World
NASA successfully launched the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to study dark energy, exoplanets and the evolution of galaxies. The telescope is expected to conduct wide-field surveys and significantly advance humanity’s understanding of the universe.

4. Bihar Plans Women’s University

Bihar Mahila Vishwavidyalaya 2026: Women-Only University GuideThe Bihar Government announced plans to establish a dedicated Mahila Vishwavidyalaya. Students, faculty members and administrative personnel at the proposed university would be exclusively women. The initiative seeks to expand women’s access to higher education and create a supportive academic environment.

5. Sri Lanka Loses Hosting Rights for Women’s Champions Trophy

Sri Lanka Loses Hosting Rights for Women's Champions TrophyThe International Cricket Council withdrew Sri Lanka’s hosting rights for the inaugural Women’s Champions Trophy 2027. The decision was reportedly taken following concerns over organisational preparedness and the arrangements required for conducting the international tournament.

6. Greater Bengaluru Governance Act Comes into Effect

Greater Bengaluru Governance (GBG) Act 2024: Key Points, GBA & 5 CorporationsThe Greater Bengaluru Governance Act has come into effect, introducing a revised administrative framework for Bengaluru. The legislation aims to promote decentralised governance, improve civic-service delivery and ensure more efficient management of the rapidly expanding city.

7. Bihar–Jharkhand Agreement on Sone River Water Sharing

Bihar, Jharkhand sign agreement on sharing Sone River water - The HinduBihar and Jharkhand moved towards resolving their long-standing Sone River water-sharing dispute by signing an agreement. The development highlights the importance of interstate cooperation, equitable water allocation and coordinated management of shared river resources.

8. China–Bangladesh 2+2 Dialogue

China-Bangladesh 2+2 DialogueChina and Bangladesh have begun preparations for their first 2+2 diplomatic and defence dialogue. The proposed mechanism will bring together senior foreign affairs and defence representatives to discuss strategic cooperation, security relations and other bilateral matters.

These developments are important for competitive examinations because they cover science and technology, agriculture, space, education, sports, urban governance, interstate water disputes and international relations.