Explanation

World Patient Safety Day is observed annually on 17th of September 

This day was established by WHO in 2019.

This is observed with the aim to raise awareness & reduce risks of harm in healthcare

Theme 2024:  Improving diagnosis for patient safety

Theme 2025: Safe care for every newborn and child

Theme 2026: Safe care for noncommunicable diseases

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Explanation

World Patient Safety Day is observed annually on 17th of September 

This day was established by WHO in 2019.

This is observed with the aim to raise awareness & reduce risks of harm in healthcare

Theme 2024:  Improving diagnosis for patient safety

Theme 2025: Safe care for every newborn and child

Theme 2026: Safe care for noncommunicable diseases

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Explanation

• World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on 10 September
• Purpose: To raise awareness about taking action worldwide to prevent cases of suicide.
• Theme 2026: Changing the Narrative on Suicide
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Explanation

The World Rose Day, which is celebrated on September 22 every year, is dedicated to cancer patients all across the globe.

Explanation

In September 2026, Pakistan assumed the chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)) for 2027-28 term.

Additional Information: 

The SCO Headquarters: Beijing, China

1. China
2. India
3. Kazakhstan
4. Kyrgyzstan
5. Russia
6. Pakistan
7. Tajikistan
8. Iran
9. Uzbekistan
10. Belarus

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Explanation

• On 17 November 2025, the UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2803 (2025) on the Gaza peace plan.
• The resolution was adopted by 13 votes in favour, 0 against, and 2 abstentions.
• The two countries that abstained were China and Russia.
• Pakistan voted in favour of the resolution.

Last verified on 01-09-2026

Explanation

International Day of Democracy is observed on 15th of September annually.

With the purpose of promoting and upholding the principles of democracy

Theme 2026: Raising Hands and Voices

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Explanation

The current State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) policy interest rate is 11.5%, effective since September 2026.

1 percent was increased on 26 April 2026. 

The 11% rate mentioned was the previous benchmark, which was held steady from June to October 2025. 

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Verified & updated on 20-09-2026

Explanation

8 September was declared international literacy day by UNESCO on 26 October 1966 at 14th session of UNESCO's General conference.

It was celebrated for the first time in 1967.

Its aim is to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals, communities and societies.

Theme 2026: Literacy for people, the planet and prosperity

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