🇮🇳 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…
Current Affairs – 26 January 2026 (Point-Wise National & International Updates) 1. National Affairs – India 77th Republic Day Celebrations India marked the 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026, commemorating the adoption of the Constitution in 1950. President Droupadi Murmu unfurled the National Flag at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, followed by a 21-gun salute…
NATIONAL AFFAIRS Republic Day 2026 Preparations India is set to celebrate the 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026, commemorating the adoption of the Indian Constitution on 26.01.1950. Grand Republic Day parade scheduled in New Delhi showcasing defence equipment, cultural tableaux, and marching contingents. Ursula von der Leyen (President, European Commission) and António Costa (Prime…
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….
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…
Banking, Finance & Economy IDFC FIRST Bank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with FPSB India as an Approved Corporate Partner — aiming to upskill its wealth-management and private banking staff through professional certification programs and strengthen financial-planning services. The interlinkage process between India’s digital payment infrastructure (NPCI / UPI) and the European real-time payment…
National News and Affairs PM Modi Launches Rs 36,000 Crore Development Projects in Bihar – Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched multiple development projects worth around Rs 36,000 crore in Bihar’s Purnea district and inaugurated a newly developed terminal building at Purnea airport to enhance passenger handling capacity in the region Supreme Court Stays Certain Provisions…
Hindi Diwas 2025: Celebrating India’s Official Language Hindi Diwas is celebrated on 14th September every year to commemorate the adoption of Hindi in Devanagari script as the official language of India The date marks the historic moment when the Constituent Assembly adopted Hindi as the official language on 14th September 1949 under Article 343 of…
National News and Government Updates Political and Administrative Developments Supreme Court Ruling on Aadhaar: The Supreme Court directed that Aadhaar should be treated as valid proof of identity for the Special Intensive Revision exercise, resolving concerns over electoral roll verification processes. Terror Conspiracy Investigation: The National Investigation Agency conducted searches at 22 locations across five…
