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📘 Daily Current Affairs – 1 January 2026
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🇮🇳 1️⃣ National Affairs
Telecom Security Reforms and National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced key reforms to enhance telecom security. The National Frequency Allocation Plan (NFAP) 2025 has been released to regulate spectrum usage and strengthen India’s digital infrastructure.
Why important for exams: Digital governance, telecom policy, infrastructure security.
‘VijAIpatha’ AI & STEM Labs Launched in Karnataka Government Schools
The Karnataka government launched VijAIpatha Labs to promote Artificial Intelligence, STEM learning, and robotics education in government schools.
Why important for exams: Education reforms, skill development, AI in education.
Batadrava Than Redevelopment Inaugurated in Assam
The redeveloped Batadrava Than, an important Vaishnavite heritage site in Assam, was inaugurated to promote cultural tourism and heritage conservation.
Why important for exams: Indian culture, heritage conservation.
Interim Director General Appointed for National Investigation Agency
An IPS officer has been appointed as the Interim Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
Why important for exams: Internal security institutions and governance.
🌍 2️⃣ International Affairs
China Meets 2025 Economic Growth Target
Chinese President Xi Jinping announced that China achieved its economic growth target for 2025 and reiterated the country’s stance on Taiwan.
Why important for exams: Global economy, Indo-Pacific geopolitics.
Protests Continue in Iran
Large-scale protests continued in several Iranian cities amid economic and political tensions.
Why important for exams: Middle East politics and regional stability.
📊 3️⃣ Economy & Financial Awareness
India Becomes World’s Fourth Largest Economy
India surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth largest economy with a GDP of approximately USD 4.18 trillion.
Why important for exams: Economic rankings, global economic trends.
100% FDI Permitted in Insurance Sector
The Government of India allowed 100% Foreign Direct Investment in the insurance sector, subject to Indian management control.
Why important for exams: Financial reforms, investment policy.
NTH–NHAI MoU Signed for Highway Safety
The National Test House signed an MoU with the National Highways Authority of India to improve highway construction quality and safety standards.
Why important for exams: Infrastructure development, governance.
⚙️ 4️⃣ Science & Technology
No major science or technology announcement reported today.
🌱 5️⃣ Environment & Ecology
No major environment-related headline reported today.
🎭 6️⃣ Culture & Heritage
Batadrava Than redevelopment highlights efforts towards preservation of Indian heritage.
🏆 7️⃣ Sports & Awards
No major sports or awards-related news today.
📈 8️⃣ Reports, Rankings & Indices
RBI Releases “Trend and Progress of Banking in India 2024–25” Report
The Reserve Bank of India released its annual report highlighting the performance, risks, and stability of India’s banking sector.
Why important for exams: Banking awareness, financial stability.
⚡ 9️⃣ One-Liners (Quick Revision)
- National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 released by DoT.
- VijAIpatha AI & STEM labs launched in Karnataka schools.
- Batadrava Than redevelopment inaugurated in Assam.
- India becomes the world’s 4th largest economy.
- 100% FDI allowed in insurance sector.
- RBI releases banking sector annual report.
🧠 🔟 Daily Practice MCQs
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The National Frequency Allocation Plan relates to:
A) Banking regulation
B) Spectrum management
C) Foreign trade
D) Education policy
Answer: B -
India became the world’s fourth largest economy by overtaking:
A) Germany
B) UK
C) Japan
D) France
Answer: C -
VijAIpatha initiative is related to:
A) Agriculture
B) Artificial Intelligence and STEM education
C) Sports training
D) Defence research
Answer: B
📌 Exam Tip: Revise daily current affairs weekly and connect them with static syllabus topics.
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