1) Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill 2026
What happened: The Lok Sabha passed the Finance Bill 2026, finalizing tax proposals and budgetary measures for the financial year.
Why important: It gives legal backing to Union Budget provisions including taxation and expenditure.
Exam Tip: Money Bills can be introduced only in Lok Sabha.
2) Reserve Bank of India announces digital payment push
What happened: RBI announced new initiatives to expand digital payments and strengthen UPI infrastructure.
Why important: Promotes cashless economy and financial inclusion.
Exam Tip: UPI is operated by NPCI (National Payments Corporation of India).
3) ISRO plans next PSLV mission
What happened: ISRO scheduled its next PSLV mission for satellite deployment in low Earth orbit.
Why important: PSLV is crucial for India’s commercial satellite launches and space missions.
Exam Tip: PSLV is known as ISRO’s “workhorse launch vehicle”.
4) Ministry of Education launches skill development programme
What happened: The Ministry of Education launched a new skill development initiative for school students under NEP 2020.
Why important: Focuses on vocational education and practical learning.
Exam Tip: NEP 2020 emphasizes skill-based and multidisciplinary learning.
5) Indian Army conducts joint training exercise
What happened: The Indian Army conducted a joint training exercise focusing on modern warfare techniques.
Why important: Improves combat readiness and coordination.
Exam Tip: Indian Army Day – 15 January.
6) NITI Aayog releases report on digital economy
What happened: NITI Aayog released a report highlighting India’s rapid digital economy growth and future roadmap.
Why important: Digital economy is becoming a key driver of GDP growth and employment.
Exam Tip: NITI Aayog was established in 2015.
7) United Nations raises concern over global conflicts
What happened: The UN expressed concern over rising global conflicts affecting trade and energy supply chains.
Why important: Impacts global inflation and economic stability.
Exam Tip: UN Headquarters – New York, USA.
8) World Health Organization issues new global advisory
What happened: WHO advised countries to improve disease surveillance and pandemic preparedness systems.
Why important: Helps prevent future global health crises.
Exam Tip: WHO Headquarters – Geneva, Switzerland.
9) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change reviews climate action plans
What happened: The ministry reviewed India’s climate action strategies and emission reduction targets.
Why important: Important for India’s commitments under global climate agreements.
Exam Tip: India is part of the Paris Agreement on climate change.
10) Indian Railways upgrades passenger safety systems
What happened: Indian Railways introduced advanced AI-based systems for passenger safety and monitoring.
Why important: Enhances safety and efficiency in railway operations.
Exam Tip: Indian Railways is among the largest rail networks in the world.
Final Note for Students
Revise these points daily, practice multiple-choice questions weekly, and discuss current affairs aloud to improve confidence for written exams as well as interviews.