Current Affairs · January 2026
TNPSC current affairs for January 2026, grouped by day.
31 January 2026
5 storiesLadakh’s Fotu La tunnel project approved in 2026 to strengthen all-weather connectivity
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh was approved in 2026 to improve year-round connectivity in a strategic border region.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat, Gujarat on 31 January 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat on 31 January 2026.
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria; key PSU and energy project fact for TNPSC
BHEL secured a major international contract linked to Nigeria’s refinery project, making it a relevant PSU and energy-sector current affair.
India ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups; key economy and innovation fact
India topped the list of founders of US unicorn startups, highlighting India’s global startup presence.
NASA ends MAVEN mission in 2026; important science and space-tech current affair
NASA announced the end of the MAVEN mission in 2026, making it a space-science fact relevant for TNPSC.
30 January 2026
1 stories29 January 2026
12 storiesIndia’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth at 7.7%: key economy fact for current affairs
India’s GDP growth for FY 2025-26 was reported at 7.7%.
Indian Army to procure indigenous software-defined radios: defence communications upgrade
The Indian Army will procure the first indigenously manufactured software-defined radios in 2026.
HAL-GE engine deal for LCA Mk1A: defence manufacturing milestone in 2026
HAL signed a deal with GE in January 2026 for Light Combat Aircraft Mk1A engines.
ICMR SHINE initiative: public health research and innovation focus in 2026
ICMR launched the SHINE initiative in January 2026 to strengthen health research and innovation.
Tamil Nadu’s first deeptech startup policy: key features, 2026 launch and startup ecosystem push
Tamil Nadu launched India’s first deeptech startup policy in January 2026 to support advanced technology startups.
Ladakh’s Fotu La tunnel project approved to strengthen year-round connectivity on the strategic highway
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved to improve year-round connectivity, a useful infrastructure and geography current affair.
BHEL wins major international contract for Nigeria refinery project, a key PSU and energy-sector update
BHEL has secured a major international contract for a refinery project in Nigeria, making it relevant for economy, PSUs and international business current affairs.
Padma Shri 2026: 92-year-old Kollakkayil Devaki Amma recognised for green activism
Kollakkayil Devaki Amma, aged 92, was awarded the Padma Shri in 2026 for green activism, making it a notable awards-and-environment current affair.
BSF begins training Indian dog breeds like Rampur Hound and Mudhol Hound for K9 units
BSF has taken the lead to train Indian dog breeds such as Rampur Hound and Mudhol Hound for K9 units, a defence and indigenous-breeds current affair.
India extends Astra Mk-2 missile range beyond 200 km; key DRDO air-to-air upgrade for defence exams
DRDO’s Astra Mark 2 air-to-air missile has been extended beyond 200 km, making it a high-value defence and science-and-technology current affair.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: national cultural award fact
Sangeet Natak Akademi conferred honours on 51 artists in Lucknow in January 2026.
68,000-year-old hand art discovery in Indonesia: important prehistoric art finding
A 68,000-year-old hand art discovery in Indonesia was highlighted in January 2026.
28 January 2026
6 storiesAir Marshal Ashutosh Dixit named next Vice Chief of the Air Staff
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, a defence appointment relevant for exams.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat, Gujarat on 28 January 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat, on 28 January 2026.
Fotu La tunnel project approved in Ladakh to strengthen year-round connectivity in a strategic border region
The Fotu La tunnel project has been approved in Ladakh to improve all-weather connectivity in a strategically important region.
India tops founders of US unicorn startups; key startup and innovation fact for economy-current affairs
India ranks first among founders of US unicorn startups, a useful fact for startup, innovation and economy-related questions.
NASA ends MAVEN mission in 2026; important Mars exploration milestone for science and technology
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended in 2026, marking a notable milestone in Mars exploration and space science.
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria project; key PSU and energy-sector fact for TNPSC
BHEL secured a major international contract linked to a refinery project in Nigeria, making it a relevant PSU and energy-sector current-affairs item.
27 January 2026
1 stories26 January 2026
1 stories25 January 2026
2 storiesNational Voters' Day Observed (25 January)
National Voters' Day was observed on 25 January, marking the foundation day of the Election Commission of India in 1950 and promoting voter awareness.
National Tourism Day Observed (25 January)
National Tourism Day was observed on 25 January to highlight the importance of tourism to India's economy and culture.
24 January 2026
1 stories23 January 2026
3 storiesParakram Diwas Marks Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's Birth Anniversary (23 January)
Parakram Diwas was observed on 23 January, the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, founder of the Azad Hind Fauj (Indian National Army).
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit named next Vice Chief of Air Staff
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, a defence appointment fact.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: award fact for exams
Fifty-one artists were honoured by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in Lucknow, a useful awards-and-culture fact.
22 January 2026
4 storiesIndia ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups: startup ecosystem fact for TNPSC
India tops the list of founders in US unicorn startups, a useful economy and innovation fact for TNPSC.
NASA ends MAVEN mission: key science and space facts for TNPSC
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended, making it a relevant space-science current affair for TNPSC aspirants.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat: infrastructure facts for TNPSC
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat, in January 2026.
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria: MCQ facts on project, company and sector
BHEL secured a major international contract for a refinery project in Nigeria, making it relevant for economy and industrial current affairs.
21 January 2026
5 storiesAntarctic climate history study highlights marine microfossils as a scientific tool
A science update noted the role of marine microfossils in understanding Antarctica’s climate history.
Fotu La tunnel project approved in Ladakh: exam facts on all-weather connectivity and border infrastructure
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh was approved, strengthening all-weather connectivity in a strategically important region.
India tops founders of US unicorn startups: key startup ecosystem facts for economy MCQs
India ranked top among founders of US unicorn startups, a useful fact for startup and economy questions.
NASA ends MAVEN mission: exam-ready facts on Mars orbiter and space science
NASA declared the MAVEN mission ended in January 2026, a useful science-and-technology fact on Mars exploration.
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria: exam facts on PSU exports and energy infrastructure
BHEL secured a major international refinery contract linked to Nigeria, making it relevant for PSU, energy and industrial policy questions.
20 January 2026
5 storiesBHEL wins major international refinery project for Nigeria
BHEL secured a major international contract for a refinery project in Nigeria, relevant for industry and external trade.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat, Gujarat on 20 January 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat on 20 January 2026.
Antarctic climate history study highlights role of marine microfossils
Marine microfossils were highlighted as important in understanding Antarctica’s climate history, a science-and-environment fact.
India ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups; key startup ecosystem fact for TNPSC
India has been reported to rank first among founders of US unicorn startups, a useful fact for economy and innovation current affairs.
NASA ends MAVEN mission in 2026; important Mars science mission fact for TNPSC
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended, making it a useful science-and-space current-affairs item for exam preparation.
19 January 2026
3 storiesLadakh’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.
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.
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.
18 January 2026
3 storiesIndia ranks first among founders of US unicorn startups: startup ecosystem fact for TNPSC
India topped the list of founders of US unicorn startups, a useful startup ecosystem fact for exams.
BHEL wins international refinery contract in Nigeria; key PSU export order for TNPSC economy and industry
BHEL secured a major international refinery project contract in Nigeria, making it a relevant PSU and industrial export development.
Marine microfossils and Antarctica’s climate history: science fact
Marine microfossils were highlighted for helping understand Antarctica’s climate history, a science-and-environment topic.
17 January 2026
7 storiesBHEL wins major international refinery contract in Nigeria: defence-industrial and economy relevance
BHEL secured a major international contract for a refinery project in Nigeria, a useful fact for economy and industry revision.
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed next Vice Chief of the Air Staff
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, a defence appointment relevant for exams.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: awards update
The Sangeet Natak Akademi conferred honours on 51 artists in Lucknow, an awards-related current affairs item.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat, Gujarat in January 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat, in January 2026.
Antarctic climate history: marine microfossils as a key scientific tool
Marine microfossils were highlighted as important for understanding Antarctica’s climate history, a science topic for exams.
India ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups, a startup ecosystem fact for TNPSC
India has been reported to rank first among founders of US unicorn startups, a useful fact for economy and innovation questions.
NASA ends MAVEN mission in 2026; key Mars exploration milestone for science and technology
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended in 2026, making it a notable space-science development for exam preparation.
16 January 2026
3 storiesLadakh’s Fotu La tunnel project approved: year-round connectivity and strategic infrastructure facts
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved, a key infrastructure and connectivity development for the region.
India tops founders of US unicorn startups: startup ecosystem and innovation facts
India ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups, a useful current-affairs fact for innovation and entrepreneurship.
NASA ends MAVEN mission: key facts on Mars orbiter, year, and space science
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended, making it a science and technology current-affairs item on Mars exploration.
15 January 2026
2 storiesIndian Army Day Observed (15 January)
Indian Army Day was observed on 15 January, marking the day in 1949 when Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Army.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: awards and culture fact
The Sangeet Natak Akademi conferred honours on 51 artists in Lucknow, an important awards-and-culture current-affairs item.
14 January 2026
3 storiesPongal Celebrated in Tamil Nadu (14 January)
Pongal, the four-day Tamil harvest festival, was celebrated in Tamil Nadu beginning 14 January, thanking the Sun God for a bountiful harvest.
Makar Sankranti Observed (14 January)
Makar Sankranti, marking the sun's transit into Capricorn (Makara), was celebrated across India on 14 January with regional harvest festivities.
Marine microfossils and Antarctica’s climate history: science fact for exams
Marine microfossils were highlighted for helping understand Antarctica’s climate history, a science-and-environment concept.
13 January 2026
6 storiesSangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: awards fact for TNPSC
Fifty-one artists were honoured by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in Lucknow, a useful awards-and-culture fact.
Ladakh’s Fotu La tunnel project approved to strengthen all-weather connectivity; key infrastructure and geography fact
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh was approved to improve year-round connectivity in a strategic region.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat, Gujarat; infrastructure and connectivity current affairs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat.
India tops founders of US unicorn startups; important entrepreneurship and economy fact for current affairs
India ranked first among founders of US unicorn startups, a useful entrepreneurship and economy fact.
NASA ends MAVEN mission in 2026; Mars orbiter becomes a key science and technology current-affairs fact
NASA announced the end of the MAVEN mission, a notable space science current-affairs item for 2026.
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria project; key PSU engineering order for TNPSC economy and defence-linked industry
BHEL secured a major international contract for Nigeria’s refinery project, making it a testable PSU and industrial order item.
12 January 2026
3 storiesNational Youth Day Observed (12 January)
National Youth Day was observed on 12 January, the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, to inspire the youth with his ideals.
51 artists receive Sangeet Natak Akademi honours in Lucknow
Fifty-one artists were honoured by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in Lucknow, a culture and awards fact useful for exams.
BHEL wins major international refinery contract in Nigeria
BHEL secured a major international contract for a refinery project in Nigeria, an exam-relevant industry and international business fact.
11 January 2026
4 storiesSangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: awards fact for exams
The Sangeet Natak Akademi honoured 51 artists in Lucknow, a useful awards-and-culture current-affairs item.
Fotu La tunnel project approved in Ladakh: year-round connectivity and strategic infrastructure
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved, strengthening all-weather connectivity in a strategically important region.
NASA ends MAVEN mission: exam facts on Mars orbiter and space science
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended, a useful science-and-technology current affair on Mars exploration.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat: key infrastructure facts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat, a high-value infrastructure item for TNPSC.
10 January 2026
4 storiesFotu La tunnel project approved in Ladakh to strengthen year-round connectivity
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved, a strategic infrastructure item for all-weather connectivity.
NASA ends MAVEN mission in 2026: Mars atmospheric probe and mission lifecycle fact
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended, a useful science-and-space current-affairs fact for TNPSC aspirants.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat, Gujarat on Jan 10, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat, on 10 January 2026.
India ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups: key startup ecosystem fact
India is reported to be at the top among founders of US unicorn startups, a startup ecosystem fact with exam value.
9 January 2026
2 storiesPravasi Bharatiya Divas Observed (9 January)
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (NRI Day) was observed on 9 January, marking Mahatma Gandhi's return from South Africa to India in 1915; 2026 is a non-convention year.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: arts award fact
The Sangeet Natak Akademi conferred honours on 51 artists in Lucknow, a useful awards-and-culture fact.
8 January 2026
6 storiesBHEL wins major international refinery contract in Nigeria: defence-free industrial economy fact
BHEL secured a major international contract for a refinery project in Nigeria, a useful economy and industry fact.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: award fact
Fifty-one artists were honoured by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in Lucknow, a useful awards fact for exams.
Ladakh’s Fotu La tunnel project approved: year-round connectivity and strategic infrastructure
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved, a key infrastructure and connectivity development for the region.
India tops founders of US unicorn startups: startup ecosystem fact for economy and innovation
India ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups, a useful fact for economy, innovation and diaspora-linked current affairs.
NASA ends MAVEN mission: key facts on Mars orbiter, launch year and scientific role
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended, making it a science and space current affair with TNPSC value.
BHEL wins international refinery contract in Nigeria: MCQ facts on PSU exports and energy projects
BHEL secured a major international refinery project contract in Nigeria, making it a relevant PSU and energy-sector current affair.
7 January 2026
5 storiesBHEL wins major international order for Nigeria refinery project
BHEL secured a major international order for a refinery project in Nigeria, a relevant industry and economy fact.
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit named next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, an important defence appointment.
Ladakh approves Fotu La tunnel project to strengthen all-weather connectivity
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved to improve year-round connectivity.
NASA ends MAVEN mission after Mars orbital operations
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended after its Mars orbital operations.
BHEL wins Nigeria refinery contract; India tops founders of US unicorn startups
BHEL secured a major international refinery contract in Nigeria, while India emerged top among founders of US unicorn startups.
6 January 2026
7 storiesSangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow
The Sangeet Natak Akademi honoured 51 artists in Lucknow, a national-level awards fact useful for TNPSC revision.
Fotu La tunnel project approved in Ladakh to strengthen year-round connectivity; important infrastructure and border-region fact
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved to improve all-weather connectivity in the region.
India ranks first among founders of US unicorn startups; key startup ecosystem fact for economy section
India topped the list of founders in US unicorn startups, a useful fact for startup and economy questions.
NASA ends MAVEN mission: Mars orbiter shutdown is a science-and-space exam fact
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended, a notable space-science development for exam preparation.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat, Gujarat; key infrastructure fact for TNPSC
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat.
BHEL wins major international refinery contract in Nigeria; exam focus on PSU exports and project geography
BHEL secured a major international contract for a refinery project in Nigeria, a testable PSU and international trade development.
Marine microfossils help decode Antarctica’s climate history
Marine microfossils were highlighted for their role in understanding Antarctica’s climate history, a science-and-environment current-affairs topic.
5 January 2026
6 storiesFotu La tunnel project approved in Ladakh: key facts on all-weather connectivity and strategic infrastructure
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved, strengthening all-weather connectivity and strategic infrastructure.
India ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups: startup ecosystem and innovation facts
India tops the list of founders in US unicorn startups, a relevant economy and innovation fact for TNPSC.
NASA ends MAVEN mission: exam-ready facts on Mars orbiter, mission duration and space science
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended, a useful science and technology current-affairs item for TNPSC.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat: key facts for infrastructure and economy MCQs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat, a key infrastructure item for TNPSC.
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria project: MCQ facts on PSU exports and refinery infrastructure
BHEL secured a major international contract linked to Nigeria’s refinery project, making it relevant for PSU, energy and exports questions.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow in January 2026
The Sangeet Natak Akademi honoured 51 artists in Lucknow in January 2026.
4 January 2026
7 storiesBHEL wins a major international contract for Nigeria refinery project
BHEL secured a major international order for a refinery project in Nigeria, a useful industry and defence-linked PSU fact.
Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2026: 51 artists honoured in Lucknow
Fifty-one artists received the Sangeet Natak Akademi honour in Lucknow, a national-level awards fact.
Fotu La tunnel project approved in Ladakh to strengthen all-weather connectivity
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved, an important infrastructure and strategic connectivity fact.
India ranks top among founders of American unicorn startups: startup ecosystem fact
India has been ranked top among founders of American unicorn startups, a useful economy and innovation current-affairs fact.
NASA ends MAVEN mission: important space science fact for current affairs
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended, a space-science current-affairs fact relevant for MCQ preparation.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat, Gujarat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat, a direct infrastructure and economy current-affairs item.
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria project; key PSU export fact for TNPSC
BHEL secured a major international refinery contract linked to Nigeria, making it a relevant PSU and industrial exports current-affairs item.
3 January 2026
7 storiesSangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: award fact for TNPSC
The Sangeet Natak Akademi conferred honours on 51 artists in Lucknow, a national-level awards fact.
India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth at 7.7%: key economy fact for TNPSC
India’s GDP growth for FY 2025-26 was reported at 7.7%, making it a testable economy fact.
Fotu La tunnel project approved in Ladakh to strengthen year-round connectivity: key infrastructure and strategic fact
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved to improve year-round connectivity in a strategically important region.
NASA ends MAVEN mission: Mars orbiter shutdown is a science and technology current-affairs point
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended, marking an important space-science update for exam preparation.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat: key infrastructure facts for TNPSC
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat, on 2026-01-03.
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria project; exam focus on PSU exports and energy infrastructure
BHEL secured a major international contract linked to Nigeria’s refinery project, highlighting India’s PSU role in overseas energy infrastructure.
India ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups: startup ecosystem fact for economy and innovation
India topped the list of founders among US unicorn startups, a key fact for economy, innovation, and entrepreneurship questions.
2 January 2026
11 storiesAir Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed as next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, a defence appointment relevant for TNPSC.
51 artists honoured with Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards in Lucknow
Fifty-one artists received the Sangeet Natak Akademi honour in Lucknow, a useful awards-and-culture fact for TNPSC.
BHEL wins major international contract for Nigeria refinery project
BHEL secured a major international contract for a refinery project in Nigeria, an important industry and international business fact.
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed next Vice Chief of Air Staff
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, a defence appointment fact.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: awards fact
The Sangeet Natak Akademi conferred honours on 51 artists in Lucknow, a useful awards-and-culture fact.
India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth at 7.7%: economy fact for TNPSC
India’s GDP growth for FY 2025-26 was reported at 7.7%, making it a key economy fact for exam preparation.
Fotu La tunnel project approved in Ladakh: year-round connectivity and strategic infrastructure facts
The Fotu La tunnel project in Ladakh has been approved, strengthening all-weather connectivity in a strategically important region.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat: infrastructure and connectivity facts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat, a key infrastructure current-affairs item.
India ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups: startup ecosystem and global innovation facts
India ranks first among founders of US unicorn startups, a useful economy and innovation current-affairs fact.
NASA ends MAVEN mission: key facts on Mars orbiter, year and purpose
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission over, making it a science and space technology current-affairs item for TNPSC.
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria: MCQ facts on PSU exports and energy projects
BHEL secured a major international contract linked to Nigeria’s refinery project, making it a relevant PSU and industrial exports current-affairs item.
1 January 2026
10 storiesNew Year 2026 Begins (1 January)
The Gregorian calendar New Year 2026 began on 1 January, observed worldwide as the start of the new year.
India’s GDP growth for FY 2025-26 reported at 7.7%
The source reports India’s GDP growth at 7.7% for financial year 2025-26.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: important awards fact
The Sangeet Natak Akademi conferred honours on 51 artists in Lucknow, a useful awards-and-culture fact.
BHEL wins a major international contract for Nigeria’s refinery project
BHEL secured a major international contract linked to Nigeria’s refinery project.
Antarctic climate history study highlights the role of marine microfossils
The source points to marine microfossils as important in understanding Antarctica’s climate history.
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow in 2026
The source states that 51 artists were honoured by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in Lucknow.
BHEL wins a major international order for Nigeria refinery project
BHEL received a major international contract linked to a refinery project in Nigeria.
India’s FY 2025-26 GDP growth reported at 7.7%: economy MCQ fact
The source notes that India’s GDP growth in FY 2025-26 stood at 7.7%.
Karnataka becomes first Indian state to set up a national AI research institution in 2026
Karnataka was reported as the first Indian state to establish a national Artificial Intelligence research institution.