🏛️ NATIONAL AFFAIRS – INDIA India’s Payment to United Nations Budget (2026) Government of India paid USD 35.18 million towards the UN Regular Budget 2026. India’s contribution rate is 1.016% of the total USD 3.45 billion budget. By paying on time, India joined the UN’s ‘Honour Roll’ of member states fulfilling dues promptly. Tripartite Agreement…
Global & International Affairs 56th World Economic Forum concluded in Davos (19–23 Jan 2026) Annual global economic summit held at Davos, Switzerland, focused on global growth, innovation, sustainability, and cooperation. Major discussions involved geopolitical tensions, trade, climate finance, and technological governance. Key world leaders and business chiefs participated to shape policy responses for global challenges….
Q1. India and the European Union finalised a landmark Free Trade Agreement on 27 January 2026. This agreement is significant because it creates a trade bloc covering approximately what share of global GDP? A. Around 15%B. Around 18%C. Around 22%D. Around 25% ✅ Answer: D. Around 25% Q2. The India-EU Free Trade Agreement is expected…
🇮🇳 NATIONAL AFFAIRS 1. India-EU Landmark Free Trade Agreement India and the European Union (EU) finalised a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on 27 January 2026 after nearly two decades of negotiations. The deal is described as the “mother of all trade deals”, creating a free trade zone covering ~2 billion people and about 25% of…
National Affairs – India Army Vehicle Accident in Jammu & Kashmir On 22 January 2026, an Indian Army vehicle skidded off the Bhaderwah–Chamba road near Khanni Top in Doda district, Jammu & Kashmir. The vehicle fell into a 200-feet deep gorge, resulting in the deaths of 10 army personnel and injuries to 7–11 others (figures…
NATIONAL AFFAIRS — INDIA IMF Revises India’s FY26 GDP Growth Forecast The International Monetary Fund (IMF) raised India’s economic growth forecast for Fiscal Year 2026 to 7.3%, up from earlier estimates. This revision reflects stronger macro-economic performance and resilient domestic demand. The IMF projects slower growth to 6.4% in subsequent years due to moderating drivers….
