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World Post Day is observed on 9 October every year. In 2026, the occasion highlights the role of postal networks in connecting communities and providing essential services, while India celebrates National Postal Week from 9 to 15 October.
India and Mali jointly marked World Cotton Day at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The event focused on improving cotton producers’ livelihoods, expanding value addition, promoting sustainability and strengthening international cooperation.
The Indian rupee closed at ₹96.73 against the US dollar on 9 October 2026, remaining close to its record low. A recent Reserve Bank of India rate hike failed to provide sustained support amid foreign investment outflows and unfavourable currency-market flows.
India has expressed concern over the United States’ suspension of employment-based green card labour-certification applications involving several major technology companies, including TCS, Infosys, Wipro and HCL Technologies. The Ministry of External Affairs clarified that existing H-1B visas are not automatically affected by the move.
The Union Health Ministry has proposed extending restrictions on advertisements for certain prescription medicines to retailers, wholesalers and distributors. The proposal aims to curb unauthorised promotion and reduce the risks associated with inappropriate self-medication.
The 57th GST Council meeting discussed changes to GST compliance, prosecution thresholds, penalties and refund procedures. The recommendations aim to simplify tax administration and reduce the compliance burden on businesses.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the World Bank Group’s World Development Report 2026: The Promise of Artificial Intelligence in New Delhi. The report examines how developing countries can use AI to improve productivity, healthcare, agriculture and public services.