Current Affairs · 19 January 2026
TNPSC current affairs published on 19 January 2026.
NationalThe Hindu
Ladakh’s Fotu La tunnel project approved to strengthen year-round connectivity in a high-altitude border region
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh was approved to improve all-weather connectivity, an important infrastructure and strategic geography item.
Science TechnologyThe Hindu
NASA ends MAVEN mission in 2026; Mars orbiter becomes a science and space-tech current-affairs topic
NASA declared the MAVEN mission ended in 2026, making it relevant for space science, Mars exploration and mission lifecycle questions.
EconomyThe Hindu
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria project; key PSU export order for TNPSC economy and industry prep
BHEL secured a major international contract linked to Nigeria’s refinery project, making it relevant for PSU, industry and external trade questions.