🇮🇳 National News 1. Republic Day 2026 Celebrations India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 at Kartavya Path, New Delhi. President Droupadi Murmu presided over the ceremony, unfurling the National Flag and witness a 21-gun salute. Distinguished international dignitaries attended, including Ursula von der Leyen (President of the European Commission) and Antonio…
NATIONAL NEWS Aquatic Biodiversity Initiatives under Namami Gange Mission Union Jal Shakti Minister inaugurated Aqua Life Conservation Monitoring Centre for Ganga and other rivers. Centre includes ecotoxicology, aquatic ecology, spatial ecology and microplastic labs. Dolphin Rescue Ambulance launched for emergency response for Ganga dolphins. Indian Skimmer Conservation Project initiated. Conservation action plan released for endangered…
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 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…
I. INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS Bangladesh Withdraws from T20 World Cup Matches in India Bangladesh Cricket Board announced it will not play its scheduled matches in India for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 due to security concerns and political tensions. Requests the International Cricket Council (ICC) to relocate fixtures to a neutral venue (likely Sri…
National Current Affairs – 17.07.2025 Government and Administrative Affairs Parliament Monsoon Session 2025: The Monsoon Session of Parliament is scheduled to begin on July 21, 2025, and will continue until August 21, 2025. The government has listed 16 bills for passage, including 8 new ones covering taxation, mining, shipping, education, and sports. Odisha Bandh: The…
NATIONAL NEWS Prime Minister Modi to Distribute 51,000 Appointment Letters Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute over 51,000 appointment letters to newly recruited candidates on 12.07.2025 at 11:00 AM via video conferencing This marks the 16th edition of Rozgar Mela, conducted at 47 locations across India Over 10 lakh recruitment letters have been issued through…
National News International Yoga Day 2025 The 11th International Day of Yoga is being celebrated today (21.06.2025) with the theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” highlighting the connection between individual well-being and planetary health. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading the national event from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, with over 3 lakh participants joining him…
National Affairs Governance and Politics India Reaffirms Arunachal Pradesh Status: India strongly condemned China’s attempts to rename places in Arunachal Pradesh, calling these efforts “preposterous” and reaffirming that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral and permanent part of India. New UPSC Chairman: Ajay Kumar, former defense secretary, has been appointed as the new chairman of the…
National Affairs New Chief Justice of India Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India on 14.05.2025. He succeeded Justice Sanjiv Khanna after his appointment was confirmed by the Ministry of Law and Justice. Justice Gavai is the first Buddhist to hold the position of CJI and only the…
