Current Affairs 15 September 2026

In short

  • India’s WPI-based inflation rises to 9.92% in August
  • India approves power export to Nepal for 18 hours a day till December 31

…and 7 more stories on Economy, Environment, Polity & Governance, Defence.

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Economy

India’s WPI-based inflation rises to 9.92% in August

India’s wholesale price index-based inflation has risen to 9.92 percent in August. The number is important because wholesale inflation affects production costs and broader price trends. It is a key macroeconomic indicator watched by policymakers, markets, and exam aspirants. The data also has implications for the inflation outlook and economic policy. This is a high-priority current affairs item for economy sections.

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What was India’s WPI-based inflation in August according to the news item?

International

India approves power export to Nepal for 18 hours a day till December 31

India has approved the export of electricity to Nepal for 18 hours a day until December 31. The arrangement strengthens bilateral energy cooperation between the two neighbours. It is also relevant to India’s role as a regional power supplier in South Asia. Such agreements are important for exam preparation because they combine diplomacy, energy policy, and cross-border cooperation. The development may be asked in relation to India-Nepal relations.

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India approved power export to which country for 18 hours a day until December 31?

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