4 September 2026Current Affairs & GK Compendium — September 2026

Daily Current Affairs & GK Compendium — 4 September 2026

Space Technology: ISRO's GSLV-F17 successfully launches the 2,367 kg EOS-05 satellite into geostationary transfer orbit from Sriharikota, providing high-temporal resolution disaster imaging.

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High-level takeaways from today's compendium (PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express)

Space Technology: ISRO's GSLV-F17 successfully launches the 2,367 kg EOS-05 satellite into geostationary transfer orbit from Sriharikota, providing high-temporal resolution disaster imaging.
Judiciary: Supreme Court of India hosts the BRICS Chief Justices' Forum in New Delhi under India's 2026 BRICS Chairmanship, focusing on AI in courts and commercial decree recognition.
Cybersecurity: CBI launches 'Operation Chakra-VI' across 89 locations in 20 States and UTs in coordination with Interpol to dismantle transnational digital arrest syndicates.
Macroeconomics: India's foreign exchange reserves reach an all-time record peak of $740.803 billion, while SEBI clears the NSE Initial Public Offering.

Objective One-Liners

Rapid-fire factual bullets tailored for SSC, Banking, Railways & State PSC Prelims

Satellite Launched Aboard ISRO's GSLV-F17: EOS-05 (Earth Observation Satellite-05).

Mass of ISRO's EOS-05 Satellite: 2,367 kg.

Host Institution for the BRICS Chief Justices' Forum 2026: Supreme Court of India, New Delhi.

Location of the National Judicial Academy (NJA): Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

Name of the Pan-India Operation Launched by CBI Against Cyber Syndicates: Operation Chakra-VI.

Principal Legislation Governing CBI Powers: Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) Act, 1946.

Record Forex Reserves Reported by RBI in September 2026: $740.803 Billion.

Ex-Officio Chairman of the National Judicial Academy: Chief Justice of India.

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Science, Technology, Space and Disaster Management

Topic AScience, Technology, Space and Disaster Management

ISRO Successfully Launches EOS-05 Aboard GSLV-F17

ISRO launched the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F17) carrying the Earth Observation Satellite-05 (EOS-05) from SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota.

Key Facts & Dimensions

Payload & Mass: Weighs 2,367 kg, powered by an indigenous Cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS).
Orbital Profile: Positioned into Geostationary Transfer Orbit before circularizing into a fixed geostationary slot over the equator.
Operational Capabilities: Provides persistent near-real-time imaging over the Indian landmass and oceanic approaches to track rapid-onset natural disasters including cyclones, floods, and cloudbursts.

Exam Takeaway & GS Relevance

UPSC GS-III (Achievements of Indians in Science & Tech, Space Exploration, Disaster Management) and SSC/Defence exams.

Polity, Constitution and International Judicial Forums

Topic APolity, Constitution and International Judicial Forums

Supreme Court Hosts BRICS Chief Justices' Forum in New Delhi

The Supreme Court of India hosted the BRICS Chief Justices' Forum from 4 to 6 September 2026 in New Delhi under India's 2026 BRICS Chairmanship.

Key Facts & Dimensions

Judicial AI: Formulating ethical governance frameworks for deploying artificial intelligence in case transcription and docket management.
Commercial Dispute Resolution: Enhancing investor trust through streamlined commercial courts and exploring mutual recognition of arbitral awards and civil decrees.
Capacity Building: Utilizing the National Judicial Academy (NJA), Bhopal for exchange programs among judicial officers from BRICS+ nations.

Exam Takeaway & GS Relevance

UPSC GS-II (Structure and Functioning of the Judiciary, International Relations, BRICS+ Grouping).

Internal Security, Law Enforcement and Cybercrime

Topic AInternal Security, Law Enforcement and Cybercrime

CBI Conducts Nationwide 'Operation Chakra-VI' Against Digital Arrest Syndicates

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), acting as the National Central Bureau for Interpol in India, conducted Operation Chakra-VI across 89 locations in 20 States and UTs.

Key Facts & Dimensions

Targeted transnational cybercrime syndicates perpetrating 'digital arrest' scams, illegal VoIP gateways, and mule account laundering networks.
Coordinated intelligence with foreign law enforcement to trace and freeze illicit cryptocurrency and remittance flows.

Exam Takeaway & GS Relevance

UPSC GS-III (Internal Security, Cybersecurity, Role of External State and Non-State Actors) and Police/SI exams.

Economy, Forex and Capital Markets

Topic AEconomy, Forex and Capital Markets

India's Forex Reserves Reach Record High of $740.803 Billion

RBI statistical data showed India's foreign exchange reserves surged to an all-time peak of $740.803 billion for the week ended 28 August 2026.

Key Facts & Dimensions

Structural Drivers: Driven by foreign portfolio inflows, robust non-resident deposits (FCNR-B), and valuation gains across Foreign Currency Assets and gold reserves.

Exam Takeaway & GS Relevance

Banking Awareness (RBI/IBPS) and UPSC GS-III (External Sector, Forex Adequacy).

Static GK Foundations

Essential background concepts and core static knowledge tied to today's news

Focus #1

Launch Vehicle Classification (PSLV vs GSLV vs LVM3)

•PSLV: 4-stage vehicle (Solid-Liquid-Solid-Liquid) designed for Low-Earth Sun-Synchronous Polar Orbits (SSPO).
•GSLV Mk II: 3-stage vehicle featuring solid core with liquid strap-ons, Vikas liquid engine, and indigenous Cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS) lifting up to 2,500 kg to GTO.
•LVM3: Heavy-lift 3-stage rocket delivering up to 4,000 kg to GTO and 8,000 kg to Low Earth Orbit.

Focus #2

National Judicial Academy (NJA) and Judicial Training Architecture

•Established in 1993 as an independent registered society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.
•Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
•Chaired ex-officio by the Chief Justice of India, providing high-level training to Supreme Court, High Court, and district judiciary.

Focus #3

Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) & Interpol Interface

•Statutory Basis: Derives police powers from the Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) Act, 1946.
•Administrative Ministry: Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (DoPT).
•Serves as the National Central Bureau (NCB-New Delhi) for INTERPOL in India, leading transnational cyber-enforcement (Operation Chakra series).

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Q1PYQ • UPSC Civil Services Prelims

With reference to the Indian satellite launch vehicles, consider the following statements: 1. PSLVs launch the satellites useful for Earth resources monitoring whereas GSLVs are designed mainly to launch communication satellites. 2. Satellites launched by PSLV appear to remain permanently fixed in the same position in the sky, as viewed from a particular location on Earth. 3. GSLV Mk III is a four-staged launch vehicle with the first and third stages using solid rocket motors; and the second and fourth stages using liquid rocket engines. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q2PYQ • UPSC Civil Services Prelims

The National Judicial Academy is located at: (a) New Delhi (b) Bhopal (c) Hyderabad (d) Bengaluru

Q3Daily MCQ • STANDARD

Consider the following statements regarding ISRO's EOS-05 satellite launched in September 2026: 1. It was launched using the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C59). 2. It is an Earth observation satellite placed into a geostationary orbital trajectory. 3. It utilizes cryogenic propulsion in its third stage for orbital insertion. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q4Daily MCQ • STANDARD

With reference to the BRICS Chief Justices' Forum hosted in New Delhi, consider the following statements: 1. The forum is chaired by the Union Minister of Law and Justice. 2. Key discussions included the deployment of ethical AI tools in court processes and mutual recognition of commercial decrees. 3. The National Judicial Academy in Bhopal serves as a hub for judicial training exchanges. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q5Daily MCQ • STANDARD

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Objective One-Liners

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Science, Technology, Space and Disaster Management

ISRO Successfully Launches EOS-05 Aboard GSLV-F17

Key Facts & Dimensions

Polity, Constitution and International Judicial Forums

Supreme Court Hosts BRICS Chief Justices' Forum in New Delhi

Key Facts & Dimensions

Internal Security, Law Enforcement and Cybercrime

CBI Conducts Nationwide 'Operation Chakra-VI' Against Digital Arrest Syndicates

Key Facts & Dimensions

Economy, Forex and Capital Markets

India's Forex Reserves Reach Record High of $740.803 Billion

Key Facts & Dimensions

Static GK Foundations

Launch Vehicle Classification (PSLV vs GSLV vs LVM3)

National Judicial Academy (NJA) and Judicial Training Architecture

Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) & Interpol Interface

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Daily Current Affairs MCQs & PYQs

The National Judicial Academy is located at: (a) New Delhi (b) Bhopal (c) Hyderabad (d) Bengaluru

'Operation Chakra', frequently seen in the news in relation to internal security, is an enforcement campaign conducted by which agency?