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UPSC daily PIB summary — 20 September 2026

Key policy developments include the conclusion of SEMICON India 2026 detailing the ₹1,27,500 crore India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 framework, alongside new biometric authentication mandates for LPG subsidies.

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1 science_technology India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 SEMICON India 2026 concluded in New Delhi with the announcement of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0. GS3

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2 schemes Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana PM AJAY Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment highlighted progress and financial releases under PM-AJAY for Scheduled Caste empowerment. GS2

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3 governance Biometric Aadhaar Authentication LPG Subsidy Government mandated Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (BAA) for all subsidised domestic LPG refills starting 1 October 2026. GS2

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