Daily Current Affairs – 13 September 2026
1. BRICS Adopts New Delhi Declaration
The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi adopted the New Delhi Declaration. The declaration emphasizes stronger cooperation among BRICS countries, multilateralism, sustainable development, economic cooperation and reforms in global governance. India is chairing BRICS in 2026 under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.”
Exam Point:
18th BRICS Summit – New Delhi
2026 BRICS Chair – India
Theme – Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability
2. BRICS Calls for Maximum Restraint in Middle East
The New Delhi Declaration expressed serious concern over escalating violence in the Middle East and called for maximum restraint, dialogue and diplomatic solutions to international disputes.
Exam Point:
Important issue – Middle East conflict
BRICS approach – Dialogue, diplomacy and restraint
3. BRICS Condemns Terrorism
BRICS leaders reiterated their opposition to terrorism and emphasized the need for international cooperation against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. The summit also highlighted the importance of addressing the root causes of terrorism and strengthening international cooperation.
Exam Point:
Forum – BRICS
Key issue – Counter-terrorism cooperation
4. India-China Relations: Modi Meets Xi Jinping
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The two leaders discussed improving bilateral relations, border peace, trade, economic cooperation and people-to-people exchanges.
Exam Point:
Indian PM – Narendra Modi
Chinese President – Xi Jinping
Meeting venue – New Delhi
5. BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation
The New Delhi Declaration recognized progress in expanding the BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation (RSSC). The constellation includes observation satellites from BRICS countries, including India's Resourcesat-2 and Resourcesat-2A.
Exam Point:
RSSC – BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation
India's satellites – Resourcesat-2 and Resourcesat-2A
6. BRICS Space Council
BRICS countries have drafted the Terms of Reference for a BRICS Space Council. The summit also emphasized reducing space debris and ensuring the long-term sustainability of outer-space activities.
Exam Point:
New initiative – BRICS Space Council
Key focus – Space sustainability
7. BRICS Promotes Local Currency Trade
BRICS countries are encouraging greater use of local currencies for trade and investment and are exploring stronger cross-border payment connectivity. India's UPI and other domestic payment systems are part of the broader discussion on improving international payments.
Exam Point:
Key concept – Local currency settlement
Purpose – Easier cross-border trade and payments
8. UPI Tap and Pay Feature
NPCI has introduced UPI Tap and Pay, which uses Near Field Communication (NFC) technology for contactless payments. The feature allows users to make payments by tapping a smartphone on a compatible point-of-sale terminal.
Exam Point:
Organisation – NPCI
Technology – NFC
Feature – UPI Tap and Pay
9. UPI Records 24.51 Billion Transactions in August
UPI processed a record 24.51 billion transactions worth approximately ₹29.82 trillion in August 2026. UPI continues to be one of the world's largest real-time payment systems by transaction volume.
Exam Point:
August 2026 UPI transactions – 24.51 billion
Transaction value – ₹29.82 trillion
10. India-UAE Strengthen Strategic Cooperation
India and the UAE discussed strengthening cooperation in defence, space, nuclear energy and technology during a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit. The UAE also announced an $11.5 billion integrated greenfield aluminium project in Odisha.
Exam Point:
Countries – India and UAE
Major investment – $11.5 billion
Sector – Aluminium
11. BRICS Remote-Sensing Cooperation and Space Sustainability
The BRICS declaration also emphasized cooperation in science and technology, including quantum technologies, secure data sharing and efforts to reduce space debris. A proposed BRICS Science and Research Repository is also part of this cooperation.
Exam Point:
Focus areas – Quantum technology, space sustainability and scientific cooperation
12. Asian Games 2026
The 20th Asian Games will be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from 19 September to 4 October 2026. India is preparing to participate with a strong contingent in the multi-sport event.
Exam Point:
20th Asian Games
Host – Aichi-Nagoya, Japan
Dates – 19 September to 4 October 2026
Quick Revision
Topic Important Fact
BRICS Summit 18th
BRICS Summit Venue New Delhi
BRICS Chair 2026 India
BRICS Declaration New Delhi Declaration
BRICS Theme Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability
India-China Meeting Modi – Xi Jinping
BRICS Space Initiative BRICS Space Council
Satellite Constellation BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation
UPI New Feature Tap and Pay
Technology NFC
August UPI Transactions 24.51 billion
August UPI Value ₹29.82 trillion
India-UAE Investment $11.5 billion
Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya, Japan
Asian Games Dates 19 September–4 October 2026
The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi adopted the New Delhi Declaration. The declaration emphasizes stronger cooperation among BRICS countries, multilateralism, sustainable development, economic cooperation and reforms in global governance. India is chairing BRICS in 2026 under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.”
Exam Point:
18th BRICS Summit – New Delhi
2026 BRICS Chair – India
Theme – Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability
2. BRICS Calls for Maximum Restraint in Middle East
The New Delhi Declaration expressed serious concern over escalating violence in the Middle East and called for maximum restraint, dialogue and diplomatic solutions to international disputes.
Exam Point:
Important issue – Middle East conflict
BRICS approach – Dialogue, diplomacy and restraint
3. BRICS Condemns Terrorism
BRICS leaders reiterated their opposition to terrorism and emphasized the need for international cooperation against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. The summit also highlighted the importance of addressing the root causes of terrorism and strengthening international cooperation.
Exam Point:
Forum – BRICS
Key issue – Counter-terrorism cooperation
4. India-China Relations: Modi Meets Xi Jinping
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The two leaders discussed improving bilateral relations, border peace, trade, economic cooperation and people-to-people exchanges.
Exam Point:
Indian PM – Narendra Modi
Chinese President – Xi Jinping
Meeting venue – New Delhi
5. BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation
The New Delhi Declaration recognized progress in expanding the BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation (RSSC). The constellation includes observation satellites from BRICS countries, including India's Resourcesat-2 and Resourcesat-2A.
Exam Point:
RSSC – BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation
India's satellites – Resourcesat-2 and Resourcesat-2A
6. BRICS Space Council
BRICS countries have drafted the Terms of Reference for a BRICS Space Council. The summit also emphasized reducing space debris and ensuring the long-term sustainability of outer-space activities.
Exam Point:
New initiative – BRICS Space Council
Key focus – Space sustainability
7. BRICS Promotes Local Currency Trade
BRICS countries are encouraging greater use of local currencies for trade and investment and are exploring stronger cross-border payment connectivity. India's UPI and other domestic payment systems are part of the broader discussion on improving international payments.
Exam Point:
Key concept – Local currency settlement
Purpose – Easier cross-border trade and payments
8. UPI Tap and Pay Feature
NPCI has introduced UPI Tap and Pay, which uses Near Field Communication (NFC) technology for contactless payments. The feature allows users to make payments by tapping a smartphone on a compatible point-of-sale terminal.
Exam Point:
Organisation – NPCI
Technology – NFC
Feature – UPI Tap and Pay
9. UPI Records 24.51 Billion Transactions in August
UPI processed a record 24.51 billion transactions worth approximately ₹29.82 trillion in August 2026. UPI continues to be one of the world's largest real-time payment systems by transaction volume.
Exam Point:
August 2026 UPI transactions – 24.51 billion
Transaction value – ₹29.82 trillion
10. India-UAE Strengthen Strategic Cooperation
India and the UAE discussed strengthening cooperation in defence, space, nuclear energy and technology during a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit. The UAE also announced an $11.5 billion integrated greenfield aluminium project in Odisha.
Exam Point:
Countries – India and UAE
Major investment – $11.5 billion
Sector – Aluminium
11. BRICS Remote-Sensing Cooperation and Space Sustainability
The BRICS declaration also emphasized cooperation in science and technology, including quantum technologies, secure data sharing and efforts to reduce space debris. A proposed BRICS Science and Research Repository is also part of this cooperation.
Exam Point:
Focus areas – Quantum technology, space sustainability and scientific cooperation
12. Asian Games 2026
The 20th Asian Games will be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from 19 September to 4 October 2026. India is preparing to participate with a strong contingent in the multi-sport event.
Exam Point:
20th Asian Games
Host – Aichi-Nagoya, Japan
Dates – 19 September to 4 October 2026
Quick Revision
Topic Important Fact
BRICS Summit 18th
BRICS Summit Venue New Delhi
BRICS Chair 2026 India
BRICS Declaration New Delhi Declaration
BRICS Theme Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability
India-China Meeting Modi – Xi Jinping
BRICS Space Initiative BRICS Space Council
Satellite Constellation BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation
UPI New Feature Tap and Pay
Technology NFC
August UPI Transactions 24.51 billion
August UPI Value ₹29.82 trillion
India-UAE Investment $11.5 billion
Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya, Japan
Asian Games Dates 19 September–4 October 2026