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 the PM SHRI Schools scheme, adding over 2,000 new schools across aspirational districts to strengthen NEP-aligned infrastructure.
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy confirmed India’s installed renewable energy capacity crossed 200 GW, with solar contributing the highest share.
The Department of Telecommunications rolled out satellite-based emergency connectivity pilots in remote Himalayan and North-Eastern regions.
The Indian Railways commissioned India’s first hydrogen-powered train route for trial operations, marking a major step in green mobility.
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched a National Tribal Credit Outreach Programme, targeting self-help groups and tribal entrepreneurs in central India.
The Election Commission of India updated the e-Electoral Roll Management System, integrating Aadhaar-based verification safeguards.
2. Economy & Banking Affairs
India’s retail inflation for December 2025 remained below 5%, providing macroeconomic stability for monetary policy continuity.
Public sector banks reported double-digit credit growth, led by MSME lending and infrastructure financing.
The Reserve Bank of India enhanced regulatory oversight on digital lending apps, mandating stricter data localisation and grievance redressal timelines.
India’s foreign exchange reserves stayed above USD 620 billion, ensuring strong external sector resilience.
The Ministry of Finance approved recapitalisation support for select cooperative banks to improve CRAR compliance.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India tightened algorithmic trading norms, introducing real-time risk checks for retail participants.
Unified Payments Interface recorded over 16 billion transactions in a single month, reflecting rapid digital adoption.
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code framework achieved faster resolution timelines with increased pre-pack insolvency usage.
3. International Affairs
India and France strengthened defence cooperation through expanded co-development of next-generation fighter engine technology.
The United Nations released its Global Economic Outlook 2026, projecting India as the fastest-growing major economy.
The World Economic Forum announced agenda priorities for Davos 2026, focusing on AI governance, climate finance, and geopolitical stability.
The G20 Troika advanced consensus on cross-border digital public infrastructure frameworks, led by India’s DPI model.
India participated in a Quadrilateral maritime exercise aimed at enhancing Indo-Pacific sea-lane security.
The International Monetary Fund revised India’s GDP growth forecast upward for FY 2026.
The World Health Organization expanded global surveillance of antimicrobial resistance with India as a key partner nation.
4. Defence & Security
The Indian Army inducted the next-generation assault rifle system manufactured under Make-in-India.
The Indian Navy successfully tested a long-range precision strike missile from an indigenous destroyer.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation conducted successful trials of hypersonic glide vehicle technology.
India signed a defence logistics support agreement with a key Indo-Pacific partner nation.
The Border Roads Organisation completed strategic tunnel infrastructure projects enhancing year-round connectivity.
5. Sports Current Affairs
India concluded its campaign at the Asian Shooting Championships 2026, finishing among the top medal-winning nations.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced venues for the Women’s T20 World Cup preparatory series.
The Indian men’s hockey team secured a podium finish in an international invitational tournament held in Europe.
Indian athletes qualified in record numbers for the Paris Paralympics 2026 qualifiers.
The Sports Authority of India expanded the Khelo India Talent Identification Programme to new rural clusters.
6. Appointments & Resignations
A senior Indian Administrative Service officer assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
A former deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of India was appointed to the Central Board of Direct Taxes advisory panel.
A new Chief Information Commissioner was appointed to strengthen transparency governance.
The government nominated a new Chairperson for a leading public sector insurance company.
India appointed a new Permanent Representative to a key United Nations body.
7. Awards & Honours
Eminent scientists were conferred the National Science Awards 2025 for contributions in quantum computing and climate modelling.
An Indian author won a prestigious international literary prize for a work on post-colonial South Asian history.
The President of India approved gallantry awards for armed forces personnel for counter-insurgency operations.
Indian filmmakers received global recognition at an international film festival for a documentary on sustainable development.
Distinguished educators were honoured under the National Teachers’ Awards 2025.
8. Science & Technology
India successfully launched a next-generation earth observation satellite to enhance disaster management capabilities.
The Indian Space Research Organisation advanced preparations for its human spaceflight programme, completing crew module tests.
A leading Indian institute developed an AI-based early disease detection platform for public healthcare.
The Department of Biotechnology approved funding for indigenous mRNA vaccine research.
India’s semiconductor mission approved new fabrication and packaging units.
9. Environment & Climate
India reported progress toward its net-zero 2070 roadmap, with expanded green hydrogen projects.
The Ministry of Environment notified stricter single-use plastic compliance rules.
India launched a nationwide coastal ecosystem restoration drive covering mangroves and coral reefs.
New wildlife corridors were notified to reduce human-animal conflict.
India strengthened climate-resilient agriculture programmes under the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture.
10. Important Days & Observations
National Startup Day observed across India to promote entrepreneurship.
Indian Army Day commemorated with displays of indigenous defence capabilities.
Awareness campaigns conducted nationwide on financial literacy and cyber security.
