September 15, 2026: Six states signed an agreement for the Kishau Multipurpose Dam Project aimed at supporting the rejuvenation of the Yamuna River, while India and China discussed bilateral issues and agreed to remain sensitive to each other’s core concerns during Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping’s meeting on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi.
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- Six States Sign Agreement for Yamuna River Rejuvenation
Chief Ministers of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan and Delhi signed the Kishau Multipurpose Dam Project agreement in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah on September 15, 2026. - India, China Agree to Remain Sensitive to Each Other’s Core Concerns
The Ministry of External Affairs said several issues were discussed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 15, 2026. - Delhi High Court Says Forcing Rape Survivor to Continue Pregnancy Violates Dignity
The Delhi High Court held on September 15, 2026, that compelling a rape survivor to continue a pregnancy resulting from the crime against her will would seriously impair her right to live with dignity. - Rajnath Singh Calls for Greater Forces-Industry-R&D Integration for Defence Self-Reliance
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on September 15, 2026, said seamless collaboration among the armed forces, research and development institutions and industry is essential for achieving self-reliance in the defence sector. He called for greater dialogue, co-development and co-production to accelerate technological progress. - Finance Ministry Clarifies No Charges on Person-to-Person UPI Transactions
The Finance Ministry clarified on September 15, 2026, that there will be no charges on person-to-person UPI transactions, irrespective of transaction value. Charges will apply only to person-to-merchant transactions exceeding ₹2,000, according to the Ministry. - India Reaffirms Commitment to Circular Economy and Sustainable Development
Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on September 15, 2026, underlined India’s commitment to embedding circular economy principles into its sustainable development framework at the World Circular Economy Forum. - Supreme Court Asks Centre to Consider One-Month Extension for Retiring Tribunal Members
The Supreme Court on September 15, 2026, asked the Centre to consider extending the tenure of retiring presiding officers and members of quasi-judicial bodies by about one month until fresh appointments are made. The court observed that tribunals should not become defunct because of vacancies. - IMD Forecasts Heavy Rainfall Across Several States, Including Delhi, Punjab and Haryana
The India Meteorological Department forecast heavy rainfall on September 15, 2026, across Haryana, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Delhi, Kutch, South Interior Karnataka, Puducherry, Kerala, Sub Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya. - Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan Praises Successful BRICS Summit in New Delhi
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on September 15, 2026, described the successful BRICS Summit held in New Delhi as remarkable amid global conflicts and contradictions. He was speaking at the Silver Jubilee celebration of the Indian Council of World Affairs. - BJP Criticises Absence of Three Congress-Ruled State CMs at BRICS Dinner
BJP leader and MP Bansuri Swaraj on September 15, 2026, criticised the absence of Chief Ministers of three Congress-ruled states from the BRICS dinner held in Delhi the previous week, saying political and ideological differences should not come in the way of national interests.
