International Data Privacy Day: The Tamil Nadu Governor walked out of the State Assembly during his customary address. Simultaneously, the Kerala Governor omitted specific paragraphs. These incidents have reignited the debate on the discretionary powers of the Governor and the sanctity of Article 176.Article 176: Mandates that the Governor shall address the Legislative Assembly, or […]
Equity Infusion into SIDBI
Equity Infusion into SIDBI: The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 5,000 crore equity infusion (over 3 years) into the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to enhance credit flow to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).The infusion is projected to increase the number of MSME beneficiaries from 76.26 lakh (FY25) to 102 lakh […]
World bank’s A Breath of Change Report
World bank’s A Breath of Change Report: The World Bank’s 2025 report, A Breath of Change, highlights that nearly one billion people in the Indo-Gangetic Plains and Himalayan Foothills (IGP-HF) breathe the world’s most polluted air, necessitating urgent transboundary cooperation.“A Breath of Change” is a strategic solutions book that moves beyond diagnosing air pollution to […]
WaSH Warriors
WaSH Warriors: The Ministry of Jal Shakti honoured WaSH Warriors from across India at a special Samvad Samaroh in New Delhi in January 2026, recognising grassroots leadership in water and sanitation.WaSH Warriors are grassroots champions—individuals from rural communities—who lead efforts in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WaSH), especially under the Jal Jeevan Mission and allied programmes.Aim […]
Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2026
Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2026: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change notified the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2026, which will supersede the 2016 rules.These regulations introduce a technology-driven, Polluter Pays framework and will come into full effect from April 1, 2026.The SWM Rules, 2026, are a comprehensive regulatory framework notified under […]
New Aadhaar App
New Aadhaar App: The Government of India has launched the New Aadhaar App in January 2026, dedicated to the nation.This next-generation app, introduces a Privacy-First approach, allowing users to update mobile numbers from home.dhaar App is a secure, next-generation mobile platform designed by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).It is significantly different from the […]
Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary
Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary: The Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha was officially declared ‘Maoist-free’ in January 2026, leading to a major breakthrough in wildlife monitoring.Recent camera trap data reveals a flourishing leopard population (estimated over 70), marking its transition from a conflict zone to a potential Leopard Haven.Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary is a sprawling biodiversity hotspot and […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 29th January 2026
Today’s Current Affairs: 29th January 2026 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
UK Defends Chagos Deal
UK Defends Chagos Deal: The United Kingdom (UK) defended an agreement to transfer the Chagos archipelago to Mauritius while leasing back a strategic military base (Diego Garcia), after facing criticism from the US President over its handling of the deal. Chagos Archipelago is a group of 58 islands in the Indian Ocean, located about 500 […]
Early 8th Century Telugu Inscription
Early 8th Century Telugu Inscription: A rare early 8th-century CE Telugu inscription has been discovered at Pitikayagulla, Andhra Pradesh, offering crucial insights into the early evolution of the Telugu language and epigraphy. Written in early Telugu script and language, the inscription is vital for tracing the transition of Telugu from Prakrit influence to an independent […]
