SC Collegium clears judges; Tata Sons reappoints chair; World Pharmacists Day; UP MLA dies

1) SC Collegium: 12 additional judges recommended for permanent postings

What happened

At its meeting on 23 September 2026, the Supreme Court Collegium approved proposals to make 12 additional judges permanent across four High Courts—Andhra Pradesh (5), Kerala (5), Uttarakhand (1) and Gauhati (1). Legal media reported the details on 24 September.

Background

Under India’s Collegium system (crystallised by the 1998 Third Judges Case advisory opinion), the CJI and the four senior-most SC judges recommend appointments and transfers in the higher judiciary. High Courts often appoint additional judges first; after performance review, they are confirmed as permanent judges.

Why it matters for exams

• Collegium composition: CJI + 4 senior-most SC judges.
• This round covers four HCs—AP, Kerala, Uttarakhand, Gauhati—with 12 confirmations.
• Gauhati HC jurisdiction spans Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh.
• Uttarakhand HC was established on 9 November 2000 at Nainital.

2) Tata Sons: N. Chandrasekaran’s reappointment affirmed amid governance debate

What happened

On 24 September 2026, multiple reports cited a company letter stating that N. Chandrasekaran’s reappointment as chairman is valid by a board majority and compliant with the Articles of Association, addressing objections raised by Noel Tata.

Background

Tata Sons (incorporated in 1917; HQ at Bombay House, Mumbai) is the holding company of the Tata Group. After signs in August that Chandrasekaran might not seek another term, the board approved a fresh five-year term on 17 September 2026. The 24 September letter reiterated the legal validity of the move.

Why it matters for exams

• Tata Sons: 1917 incorporation; principal investment/holding company of Tata Group.
• Corporate governance themes—AoA, board majority, NRC—feature in exams.
• Recent leadership reappointments are often asked in current affairs sections.

3) 25 September: World Pharmacists Day 2026—theme ‘Empowering pharmacists for healthier futures’

What happened

Today, 25 September 2026, the world observed World Pharmacists Day. The global body FIP set the 2026 theme as “Empowering pharmacists for healthier futures.” In India, the Pharmacy Council of India aligned activities with the theme and emphasised AMR awareness.

Background

FIP (founded 1912; HQ in The Hague, Netherlands) leads this annual observance to highlight pharmacists’ roles in medicine safety, vaccination, rational use of medicines and public health.

Why it matters for exams

• Date: 25 September every year.
• 2026 theme: Empowering pharmacists for healthier futures.
• FIP: established in 1912; official relations with WHO; HQ—The Hague.

4) Uttar Pradesh: Fatehabad (Agra) BJP MLA Chhotelal Verma passes away

What happened

Chhotelal Verma, four-term BJP MLA from Fatehabad (Agra), died on the evening of 24 September 2026 while under treatment at a Noida hospital. The Chief Minister condoled his demise.

Background

Verma was first admitted in Agra and later shifted to Noida as his condition worsened. His constituency falls in Agra district and is typically part of the Fatehpur Sikri Lok Sabha seat.

Why it matters for exams

• State polity/byelections are common MCQ themes.
• Know the district–assembly–LS constituency mapping for Uttar Pradesh.

Static GK connectors

• Collegium: CJI + 4 senior-most SC judges (1998 advisory opinion).
• Gauhati HC jurisdiction: Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh.
• Uttarakhand HC: 9 Nov 2000; seat—Nainital.
• FIP: 1912; HQ—The Hague, Netherlands.
• Tata Sons: incorporated 1917; HQ—Bombay House, Mumbai.

Quick recap

1. SC Collegium (23 Sept): 12 confirmations across 4 HCs.
2. Tata Sons (24 Sept): letter affirms reappointment of N. Chandrasekaran.
3. World Pharmacists Day: 25 Sept; theme—Empowering pharmacists for healthier futures.
4. UP MLA Chhotelal Verma (Fatehabad) dies on 24 Sept.