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NATIONAL NEWS (INDIA) Bank Holidays – 15 January 2026 Banks Closed: Due to Makar Sankranti festival, many states in India observe bank holidays and physical bank branches remain closed. Digital banking services (UPI, ATMs, mobile apps) continue operating. State-wise holiday calendar: Banks in multiple states will not conduct branch operations or routine physical banking services….
1. National Affairs (India) The Government of India intensified nationwide observance of National Startup Week 2026, focusing on deep-tech, defence manufacturing, fintech innovation, and agritech adoption. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways announced the completion milestone of over 1,000 km of access-controlled expressways under Bharatmala Phase-I during FY 2025–26. The Ministry of Education expanded…
1. NATIONAL AFFAIRS (INDIA) India Post Launches New Speed Post Services India Post has launched Speed Post 24 and Speed Post 48 services offering guaranteed delivery within 24 hours and 48 hours, respectively. Announced by Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia during an event in Pichor, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. Renovation of Pichor sub-post office…
I. NATIONAL NEWS RBI Takes Over Delhi Government Banking & Public Debt Management Reserve Bank of India (RBI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi. Under this pact, effective from 09.01.2026, RBI will manage general banking operations, cash flows, and rupee-denominated public debt for Delhi government….
1. National News – India Projecting India’s Economic Growth (UN-DESA Report) The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN-DESA) projected India’s GDP growth at 6.6% in 2026 and 6.7% in 2027 based on the World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) 2026report. Global growth is expected to moderate to 2.7% in 2026, with global…
A. National Affairs – India 1. Important National Observances World Hindi Day 2026 observed on 10 January to celebrate the global influence and recognition of the Hindi language and its literature. The day marks the anniversary of the first World Hindi Conference held in Nagpur. 2. Vice-President’s Key Addresses & Conferences C. P. Radhakrishnan, Vice-President…
1. National Affairs – India 1.1 Finance & Economic Developments RBI Takes Over Delhi Government Banking Operations From 9 January 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has assumed responsibility for banking operations and public debt management of the Delhi government. Aims to enhance efficiency in cash and debt administration and align Delhi’s public finance…
I. NATIONAL AFFAIRS (INDIA) 1. RBI and Delhi Banking Administration Reserve Bank of India (RBI) entered into a formal agreement with the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) to manage banking operations and rupee-denominated public debt for the capital starting January 9, 2026. This collaboration marks enhanced oversight of financial operations at…
National Affairs (India) Union Government Approves Revised Green Hydrogen Mission Targets The National Green Hydrogen Mission target has been revised to 7 million metric tonnes per annum by 2030, up from the earlier 5 MMT target. Total outlay under the mission now stands at ₹23,500 crore. The mission aims to reduce carbon emissions by nearly…
National Affairs Union Cabinet Approvals The Union Cabinet approved the National Digital Payments Expansion Programme 2026, aimed at increasing UPI penetration in Tier-3, Tier-4 cities and rural India. Target: 10 billion monthly digital transactions by December 2026. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Finance in coordination with NPCI. India’s Fiscal Deficit Update India’s fiscal deficit for April–November…
