1. India’s Parliament Budget Session began ahead of Union Budget 2026.
What happened:
Parliament’s Budget Session started on 29 January 2026 before the presentation of Union Budget 2026.
Why important:
This session discusses economic policy, taxation, and national development plans.
Exam Tip:
Budget Session = President’s Address + Economic Survey + Union Budget.
2. Theme of 77th Republic Day Parade 2026 was “150 Years of Vande Mataram”.
What happened:
Republic Day Parade showcased India’s cultural and patriotic heritage with the theme marking 150 years of the song Vande Mataram.
Why important:
Highlights historical significance of national song and freedom struggle.
Exam Tip:
Vande Mataram was composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee.
3. Gujarat government announced ₹1250 crore support under Namo Laxmi Scheme for Education.
What happened:
Gujarat govt launched financial assistance scheme for girl students under Namo Laxmi Yojana.
Why important:
Promotes education and reduces dropout rate among girls.
Exam Tip:
State welfare schemes are frequently asked in State GK & Social Studies.
4. January 29 is observed as National Puzzle Day / Indian Newspaper Day.
What happened:
January 29 is celebrated to promote logical thinking and to mark Indian Newspaper Day.
Why important:
Encourages reading habits and awareness of media role in democracy.
Exam Tip:
Indian Newspaper Day commemorates publication of first newspaper “Hicky’s Bengal Gazette” (1780).
5. India’s economic growth is projected at 7.4% this year.
What happened:
Economic forecast agencies projected India’s GDP growth at 7.4% for 2026.
Why important:
Shows strong recovery and investor confidence.
Exam Tip:
GDP growth projections often asked with source (IMF / World Bank / RBI).
6. Canada aims to double trade with India to $60 billion by end of decade.
What happened:
Canada announced plan to increase bilateral trade with India to $60 billion.
Why important:
Strengthens Indo-Canada economic relations.
Exam Tip:
Trade targets are asked in International Relations section.
7. New flowering plant species Strobilanthes rightii discovered in Arunachal Pradesh.
What happened:
Scientists discovered a new species of flowering plant in Arunachal Pradesh.
Why important:
Highlights biodiversity of Eastern Himalayas.
Exam Tip:
New species discoveries = Environment & Ecology questions.
8. 25th Bharat Rang Mahotsav theatre festival inaugurated in New Delhi.
What happened:
National theatre festival organized by National School of Drama (NSD) began in New Delhi.
Why important:
Promotes Indian and global theatre culture.
Exam Tip:
Bharat Rang Mahotsav = NSD event.
9. Indian tennis legend Vijay Amritraj received Padma Bhushan 2026.
What happened:
Former tennis player Vijay Amritraj was awarded Padma Bhushan for sports contribution.
Why important:
Recognizes excellence in sports and national service.
Exam Tip:
Padma Awards = Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri.
Exam Tip:
Never write unverified deaths or disasters in Current Affairs answers.
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