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Daily Current Affairs – September 8, 2026
08 September 2026
National Economy Defence RBI GDP
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Today's Top Current Affairs – September 8, 2026
National Affairs
1. India GDP Growth FY 2025-26
India's GDP grew at 7.4% in FY 2025-26, maintaining its position as the fastest-growing major economy for the third consecutive year.
Key Points:
- Agriculture sector: 4.1% growth
- Manufacturing sector: 8.2% growth
- Services sector: 7.9% growth
Economy & Finance
2. RBI Monetary Policy Update
The RBI's MPC maintained the repo rate at 5.5% in its September 2026 meeting.
Key Details:
- Repo Rate: 5.50% (unchanged)
- GDP Forecast: 7.4% for FY26
Defence & Security
3. India Defence Budget
India allocated 13.04% of the Union Budget to defence in FY26, the highest since 1987.
Quick Revision MCQs
Q1.India's GDP growth rate for FY 2025-26?
(a) 6.8% (b) 7.4% (c) 7.8% (d) 8.2%
Show Answer
✓ (b) 7.4%
Q2.RBI repo rate in September 2026?
(a) 5.25% (b) 5.50% (c) 6.00% (d) 6.50%
Show Answer
✓ (b) 5.50%
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