Welcome to today’s TNPSC Daily Current Affairs for January 30, 2026.
This comprehensive compilation covers all important events across national politics,
international relations, science & technology, economy, sports, and more.
Sourced from The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB, and other reputed media.
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🏛️ National Politics & Government

1. Overview of EU Commission’s President Ursula von der Leyen’s Visit to India

• What happened: Overview of EU Commission’s President Ursula von der Leyen’s Visit to IndiaUrsula von der Leyen,President of the European Union (EU)Commission andAntonio Luis Santos da Costa,President of the EU Council were on an official visit to India fromJanuary 25 to January 27, 2026,as the Chief Guests for the77thRepublic Day of India, at the invitation of Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi. Key Highlights:16th India-EU Summit:PM Narendra Modi along with the President of EU Council Costa and President of EU Commission Ursula von der Leyen co-chaired the summit held in New Delhi.
• Key details: The last India-EU summit was conducted virtually in July 2020.Joint India-EU Comprehensive Strategic Agenda:Both India and the EU endorsed the“2030 Joint India-EU Comprehensive Strategic Agenda”for the next 5 years, which aims to further bolster the strategic partnership by widening, deepening and better co-ordinating EU-India cooperation.
• Key points: Both leaders were accompanied by a high-level delegation includingKaja Kallas,Vice-President(VP) of the EU Commission, which marked her first official visit to India.; This newly adopted strategic agenda covers key areas of bilateral cooperation such as: prosperity and sustainability, technology and innovation, security and defence, connectivity and global issues.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

2. India-EU FTA Negotiations:

• What happened: India-EU FTA Negotiations:The key highlight of the summit was the announcement of the conclusion ofIndia-EU Free Trade Agreement(FTA) negotiationswhich is described as‘Mother of All Deals’.This marks a major milestone in bilateral relations of two of the world’s largest economies. PFRDA Launches ‘NPSSwasthyaPension Scheme’ under Regulatory SandboxIn January 2026, the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority(PFRDA)introduced a new health-linked pension offering,‘NPS(National Pension System)SwasthyaPension Scheme’,through a circular issued in exercise of powers given under the provisions ofPFRDA Act, 2013.
• Key details: About‘NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme’:Operate as:This newly launched pension scheme will operate as a specific sector scheme under the Multiple Scheme Framework(MSF).Pilot Project:Under the pilot, the scheme will be launched by Pension Funds(PFs)for a limited time period, with prior approval from PFRDA.Other Key Entities:In order to administer the scheme, PFs may collaborate with Central Recordkeeping Agencies (CRAs), fintech firms and Health Benefit Administrators (HBAs) or Third-Party Administrators (TPAs).Key Features of Scheme:Eligibility Criteria:Any Indian citizen is eligible to enrol under the new scheme provided he/she must have aCommon SchemeAccount(CSA), if not already available.Partial Withdrawals:Under the new scheme, eligible subscribers will be permitted to make partial withdrawals for medical expenses,up to 25%of their own contributions, with no restrictions on the number of withdrawals, after a minimum corpus ofRs 50,000is accumulated.Premature Exit:In cases of critical inpatient treatment where expensesexceed70%of the available corpus, then in such cases, eligible subscribers will be allowed to make a premature exit with a100% lump-sum withdrawalsolely for meeting the medical expenses.
• Key points: Following this announcement, India-EU FTA has now become India’s22nd FTA partner.; The scheme was launched as a Proof of Concept(PoC)under its Regulatory Sandbox framework, aimed to integrate health-related benefits within the NPS.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

3. NITI Aayog Launches ‘Sampoornata Ab

• What happened: NITI Aayog Launches ‘Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0’ To Boost Development in Aspirational AreasIn January 2026, the National Institution for Transforming India(NITI)Aayoglaunched ‘Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0’ campaign to ensure essential services reach the most remote and underserved populations.AboutSampoornata Abhiyan 2.0:Aim:The initiative aims to fast-track development and achieve 100% saturation of key development indicators across India’s Aspirational Districts and Aspirational Blocks.Tenure:The3 monthscampaign will run fromJanuary 28 to April 14, 2026.Launchedby:The campaign was launched by B.V.R Subrahmanyam, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), NITI Aayog in the presence of Rohit Kumar, Additional Secretary and Mission Director, Aspirational Districts and Blocks Programme (AD&BP), NITI Aayog and all planning Secretaries.Programme Expansion:The campaign expands the Sampoorna Abhiyan 2024 across112Aspirational Districtsand513Aspirational Blocksunder the AD&BP.Implementation:NITI Aayog, along with concerned Central Ministries and Departments and the Governments of States and Union Territories(UTs), will jointly drive the swift and effective development of the identified Aspirational Districts and Blocks.About National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog:Chief Executive Officer(CEO) –B.V.R SubrahmanyamHeadquarters –New Delhi, DelhiEstablished –2015.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

4. MoA&FW Constitutes High-Level Committee to Strengthen FPOs in TN

• What happened: MoA&FW Constitutes High-Level Committee to Strengthen FPOs in TNIn January 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW) had formed ahigh-level Committeeto review and strengthen the functioning of Farmer Producer Organisations(FPOs) in Tamil Nadu(TN).AboutHigh-Level Committee:Members:The Committee includes representatives from National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Ltd (NAFED), Small Farmers’ Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC)–TN, Indian Council of Agricultural Research –National Research Centre for Banana (ICAR–NRCB), FPOs,Non-Governmental Organisations(NGOs) and officials from the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (DoA&FW) under MoA&FW.Assessment:The Committee will evaluate governance, business sustainability, technical support, value addition, marketing, and capacity-building aspects of FPO operations.Recommendations:The Committee will recommend measures to strengthen operations, technical support, institutional coordination, and market linkages, with special focus on key crops in TN.Timeline:The committee is expected to deliver its final report to the DoA&FW withintwomonths.Institutional Support:ICAR–National Research Centre for Banana (NRCB), Tiruchirappalli, TN along with Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) through ICAR– Agricultural Technology Application Research Institutes (ATARI), Hyderabad, Telangana will act as the host institution and provide necessary logistical and secretarial support.AboutFarmer Producer Organisations (FPOs):FPOs:A Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO) is a legal entity formed by farmers to collectively improve their production, marketing, and income by aggregating resources, enhancing bargaining power, and gaining better market access for inputs (seeds, fertilizer) and outputs (produce).Legal Registration:A Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO) is registered either under the Companies Act, 2013 or under the Co-operative Societies Act, 1912 of the respective State.Milestone:The Government of India(GoI) achieved its target of establishing 10,000 FPOs under the ‘Formation and Promotion of 10,000 FPOs Scheme’, with the 10,000th FPO inaugurated in Khagaria, Bihar, on February 24, 2025.SFAC:It is an Autonomous Society promoted by the MoA&FW to focus on the FPO formation.About Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW):Union Minister– Shivraj Singh Chouhan (Constituency- Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, MP)Minister of State(MoS)– Ram Nath Thakur (Rajya Sabha- Bihar); Bhagirath Choudhary (Constituency- Ajmer, Rajasthan).
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

5. AIIA New Delhi Signed Landmark MoU with CAYEIT

• What happened: AIIA New Delhi Signed Landmark MoU with CAYEITIn January 2026, the All India Institute of Ayurveda(AIIA),the apex body under the Ministry ofAYUSH(Ayurveda, Yoga, & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy),signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)with the Centre for Ayurveda Education, Innovation & Technology(CAYEIT),marking a major milestone in digital health. About Ministry of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy):Minister of State(MoS) (Independent Charge, IC)-Jadhav Prataprao Ganpatrao (Constituency- Buldhana, Maharashtra).
• Key points: It outlines key focus areas such as: cutting-edge research, technology transfer, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Language (ML)-enabled analysis of Ayurvedic data, innovative educational frameworks within the Ayurvedic sector.; Apart from this Mou, The Ayush Export Promotion Council(AYUSHEXCIL)under the Ministry of AYUSH signed  an MoU withZepto Limitedin New Delhi (Delhi), to facilitate online access to Ayush medicines and wellness products nationwide.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

6. Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary

• What happened: Union Minister Jayant ChaudharyAnnounces India’s First AI-Enabled State University Pilotin Meerut, UPIn January 2026, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge, IC),Jayant Chaudhary,Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), and MoS, Ministry of Education (MoE), announced India’s first Artificial Intelligence(AI)-enabled university pilot at Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU) in Meerut(Uttar Pradesh, UP).About AI-Enabled Pilot at CCSU:Transforming Higher Education:Developed in collaboration withGoogle Cloud,the initiative integrates advanced AI tools across teaching, learning, administration, and employability, serving as a scalable model for AI adoption in Indian universities.Transformation:Under the pilot, CCSU Meerut will act as a living lab, implementing personalised AI tutors, AI-driven skill-gap analysis, and intelligent automation.Role of CCSU:CCSU will act as a “living laboratory”, using AI for personalized tutoring, skill-gap analysis, and streamlined administrative tasks.Google Grants Rs.85 Crores:Google pledged a grant worthRs.85 crore(approximately USD 10 million) toWadhwani AIto support integration of AI tools into national platforms such as Study Webs of Active-Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM) and Prime Minister’s Overarching Scheme for Holistic Nutrition (POSHAN) Tracker. MoEFCCNotifies Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026On January 28, 2026, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) notified the Solid Waste Management(SWM) Rules, 2026under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, which will come into force onApril 1, 2026,superseding the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016.
• Key points: The revised framework integrates Circular Economy and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) with mandatory 4-stream segregation at source.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

7. Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026:

• What happened: Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026:Segregation:Mandatory four-stream source segregation (wet, dry, sanitary, and special care) with scientifically authorised processing through composting, bio-methanation, recycling, secure handling, or approved collection.Responsibility:Bulk Waste Generators (BWGs), as defined by prescribed thresholds, must comply with Extended Bulk Waste Generator Responsibility (EBWGR) by processing wet waste on-site or securing an EBWGR certificate where on-site processing is not feasible.Compensation:Environmental Compensation based on the Polluter Pays Principle applies for non-compliance such as improper management or false reporting.Enforcement:The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) shall prepare guidelines, while State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) and Pollution Control Committees (PCCs) shall levy the compensation.RDF:Mandatory Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) use by cement and waste-to-energy plants will rise from 5% to 15% over six years.Committees:Central and State-level Committees chaired by the Chief Secretary will oversee and strengthen implementation.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

8. Union MoS Jitin Prasada Launches ‘Aadhaar App’ to Strengthen Digital Identity ecosystem

• What happened: Union MoS Jitin Prasada Launches ‘Aadhaar App’ to Strengthen Digital Identity ecosystemOn January 28, 2026, Union Minister of State(MoS)Jitin Prasada,Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology(MeitY),Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I), launched anew Aadhaar Application(App), on the occasion of Unique Identification Authority of India(UIDAI) Day. Key Features :Applications:The App enables a variety of real-world applications such as hotel check-ins via Offline Verification Seeking Entity’s (OVSE) Quick Response (QR) code scanning, optional face verification, age verification for cinema tickets, hospital admissions for visitors and attendants, and verification of gig workers and service partners, among others.Advanced Features:The app also offers advanced features including face verification for proof of presence, one-click biometric lock/unlock, viewing authentication history.Additional Functionalities: It also includes a QR-based contact card for sharing contact details, view authentication history, managing up to 5 Aadhaar profiles on one phone (One Family One App), and updating address and mobile number through the app.
• Key points: Developed byUIDAI,the app is a next-generation mobile application that provides Aadhaar Number Holders(ANH), a secure, convenient, and privacy-focused way to carry, share, display, and verify their digital identity.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

9. BISAG-N Signs MoU with

• What happened: BISAG-N Signs MoU withQNuLabs to Deploy Quantum-Resilient Cybersecurity SolutionsOn January 28, 2026, the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-Informatics(BISAG-N),under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)withQNuLabs Private Limitedto collaborate on developing and deploying quantum-resilient cybersecurity solutions.Key Details of MoU:Purpose:The MoU focuses on building India-centric, quantum-resilient cybersecurity capabilities to address the growing risk posed by future quantum computing advancements to classical encryption systems.Framework:The MoU sets a framework for technology transfer and deployment, enabling hardware‑backed, quantum‑resilient cybersecurity solutions across government, defence, and critical infrastructure systems in line with policy guidelines.Technology Integration:Under the MoU,‘Vedic Kavach’,an indigenous cryptographic software of BISAG-N, will be integrated with quantum hardware and secure infrastructure platforms from QNu Labs. Alignment:The MoU aligns with Government of India (GoI)’s vision of National Quantum Mission (NQM), Digital India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, Viksit Bharat @2047.
• Key points: Vedic Kavach has already been used in early government implementations such as quantum-resilient web servers and a secure web browser that incorporates Quantum Random Number Generation (QRNG).
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

🌍 International Affairs

10. Overview of 56th Annual Meeting of World Economic Forum Held in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland

• What happened: Overview of 56th Annual Meeting of World Economic Forum Held in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland-Part IIThe56thAnnual Meeting of the World Economic Forum(WEF)was held with the theme “A Spirit of Dialogue”, from January 19 to 23, 2026, in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland.
• Key points: The five-day meeting served as a neutral platform for dialogue on global cooperation, innovation, growth, and inclusive prosperity amid evolving geopolitical and technological challenges in 2026.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: International Relations (GS Paper 2). Bilateral and multilateral agreements.

11. Outcomes of WEF Annual Meeting 2026:

• What happened: Outcomes of WEF Annual Meeting 2026:KeyMoUsSigned:MSDE:The Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India (GoI), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the WEF, with an aim to establish aSkills Acceleratorin India.Maharashtra Government:Government of Maharashtra signed 19 MoUs worth approximatelyRs.14.50 lakh crores(approximately USD 175 billion). UPGovernment:Government of Uttar Pradesh (UP) signed MoUs worthRs.9,750 crores, focusing on areas such as clean energy and RE projects, AI and digital infrastructure, and defence manufacturing and technology partnerships.Assam:The Government of Assam secured investment commitments worth Rs.1 lakh crores across sectors such as green energy, semiconductors, electronics, and hydrocarbons.
• Key details: Kerala:The Government of Kerala secured investment commitments and Expressions of Interest (EoIs) worthUSD 14 billion(approximately Rs.1.17 lakh crores) across sectors, including RE, Global Capacity Centres (GCCs), skill development, financial services, tourism, wellness, medical infrastructure and manufacturing.Jharkhand:An MoU was signed by the Government of Jharkhand and Tata Steel Limited (TSL) for an investment ofRs.11,000 croresfocused on green steel and industrial growth.Gujarat:The Government of Gujarat showcased its plans to beIndia’s first to generate nuclear powerusing small nuclear reactors under the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India(SHANTI Bill).Madhya Pradesh(MP):The Government of MP signed an MoU with DP World, a leading UAE-based global logistics and supply chain company, to promote investment and collaboration in developing the state’s logistics infrastructure and integrating it with global supply chains.Other Launches:WULF:During the meeting, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) launched the World University Leaders Forum (WULF), a global platform for university-led solutions and collaboration.LINK Energy:It is a new integrated clean-energy platform launched with an investment plan of about Rs.10,000 crores (approximately USD 1.2 billion) to be deployed over the next five years in RE projects.
• Key points: During the event, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announced the establishment of India’s first Innovation City near the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, with an investment ofRs.91,000 crores(USD 11 billion) by Tata Sons.; Assam participated for the first time in the WEF Annual meeting.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: International Relations (GS Paper 2). Bilateral and multilateral agreements.

💰 Economy & Banking

12. Reliance Industries and ONGC Signed Agreement for Offshore Energy Operations

• What happened: Reliance Industries and ONGC Signed Agreement for Offshore Energy OperationsIn January 2026, Reliance Industries Limited(RIL)and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited(ONGC)signed aresource-sharing agreementon the sidelines ofIndia Energy Week (IEW) 2026(27-30 January 2026) inGoa, aimed at improving operational efficiency and strengtheningIndia’s energy security.About the Agreement between RIL and ONGC:Services:Delivers specialized logging, well services, subsea equipment, and emergency response by jointly leveraging offshore assets to optimize performance.Regions:Applies to Krishna Godavari (KG) Basin and Andaman offshore blocks.Assets:Includes Offshore Supply Vessels (OSVs), Multipurpose Support Vessels (MSVs), tugs, drilling rigs, platforms, pipelines, processing facilities, and power systems.Regulation:Governed by Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Act, 2025 (ORDA Act 2025); foreign-flagged OSVs require approvals from Ministry of Defence (MoD), Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), and Director General of Shipping (DGS), with shared-use allowing seamless movement.Benefits:Reduces duplication, lowers Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX), improves asset utilization, accelerates project execution, enhances safety, and strengthens domestic energy security.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

13. AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

• What happened: AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS President Approves2026 Gallantry and Distinguished ServiceAwards for ICG Personnel on 77th Republic DayIn January 2026, the President of IndiaDroupadiMurmu, approved2026 Gallantry and Distinguished Service awardsfor personnel of theIndian Coast Guard (ICG)on the eve of the77th Republic Day, in recognition of conspicuous gallantry, distinguished service and meritorious service in safeguarding India’s maritime interests. About2026 Gallantry and Distinguished Service awards for ICG personnel:AtiVishishtSevaMedal (AVSM): It has been awarded to Additional Director General (ADG)Donny Michael, a recipient of the President’s Tatrakshak Medal (PTM) and Tatrakshak Medal (TM).VishishtSevaMedal (VSM): Deputy Inspector General (DIG)K.
• Key details: S.Sitaram.PTM (Distinguished Service): Inspector General (IG)Iqbal Singh Chauhan, TM; and IGDatwinderSingh Saini, TM.UttamJeevanRakshaPadak:Pradhan Navik (Mechanical Engineering – ME)SaumyaranjanBehera.TatrakshakMedal (Gallantry)-Posthumous:It was awarded posthumously to Late Commandant Rakesh Kumar Rana, Late Commandant (Junior Grade – JG) Vipin Babu, and Late Pradhan Navik (Rashtra Prashikshit, RP) Karan Singh.TatrakshakMedal (Gallantry):Awarded to Commandant (Junior Grade – JG) Shailendra Singh Bisht, Pradhan Navik (RP) Gautam Yadav, and Pradhan Navik (RP) Banti Kumar.TatrakshakMedal (Meritorious Service):Awarded to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Vinod Kumar Parmar, DIG Arun Kumar Bhardwaj, DIG Sudhakar Patil, Commandant Indu P, and Pradhan Adhikari (Radio Operator – P/Adh RO) Tapas Kumar Banerjee.2026 President’s Medal for Distinguished and Meritorious Service Awarded to RPF/RPSF PersonnelOn the occasion of 77th Republic Day 2026, PresidentDroupadiMurmualso awarded the2026 President’s Medal for Distinguished Service(PSM)and the 2026 Medal for Meritorious Service(MSM)to officers and personnel of the Railway Protection Force(RPF)and Railway Protection Special Force(RPSF)in recognition of their dedicated service, professionalism, and exemplary contribution to railway security. MoDAnnounces Winners of the77thRepublic Day Parade :IN Tops Marching Contingent; Maharashtra Wins Best TableauOn 28th January 2026, Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced the winners of theBest Marching ContingentsandBest Tableauxof the77thRepublic Day Parade 2026,held at Kartavya Path, New Delhi (Delhi), based on a dual evaluation process comprising assessments by three expert judging panels and an online public vote through the MyGov portal for the Popular Choice category. Highlight of 77thRepublic Day Parade 2026 Awards:Judging Panels:Three separate judging panels were constituted to evaluate marching contingents of the three Armed Forces (AFs), Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and other auxiliary forces, and tableaux presented by States, Union Territories (UTs), and Central Ministries/Departments (CMDs).Online Poll:An online poll was conducted on the MyGov portal, allowing citizens to vote for their favourite Marching Contingents and Tableaux under the ‘Popular Choice’ category.Central Ministries/Departments Tableau Awards:TheMinistry of Culturewon the Best Tableau Award in the Central Ministries/Departments category for its impactful tableau “Vande Mataram – The Soul Cry of a Nation,” marking 150 years of the iconic patriotic song.
• Key points: The awards honour ICG personnel for courage, professionalism, and dedication in safeguarding maritime borders, responding to sea emergencies, and strengthening maritime security.; TheIndian Navy(IN)was adjudged the Best Marching Contingent, whileMaharashtrasecured the top spot in the state/Union Territories(UTs) tableaux category for its tableau “Ganeshotsav: A Symbol of Aatmanirbharta.”; The Department of School Education and Literacy(DSEL),Ministry of Education (MoE), received the People’s Choice Award for Best Tableau among Central Ministries/Departments for its theme on National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

14. Beating Retreat Ceremony 2026:

• What happened: Beating Retreat Ceremony 2026:TheBeating Retreat Ceremony 2026was held January 29, at Vijay Chowk, Delhi, marking the grand finale of the 77th Republic Day celebrations.Performance:The event showcased a spectacular musical performance by the bands of the Indian Army (IA), Indian Navy (IN), Indian Air Force (IAF), Delhi Police, and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), all under the gaze of the President of India Droupadi Murmu.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

🏏 Sports

15. 6th Khelo India Winter Games 2026: Haryana Emerges Overall Champion in Ice Sports Phase

• What happened: 6th Khelo India Winter Games 2026: Haryana Emerges Overall Champion in Ice Sports PhaseThesixthedition of the Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) 2026 was inaugurated on 20 January 2026 by Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta at the Nawang Dorjan Stobdan (NDS) Stadium inLeh, Union Territory (UT)Ladakh. The first phase of the Games, dedicated to ice sports, successfully concluded on 26 January 2026.
• Key details: AboutKheloIndia Winter Games (KIWG) 2026:Organisers:Organised by the Department of Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh under supervision of the Sports Authority of India (SAI); technical support by National Sports Federations (NSFs).Structure:Two-leg format — Phase 1 (ice sports) in Leh; Phase 2 (snow sports) at Kangdoori Phase 1 and Gulmarg Golf Course Club, Jammu and Kashmir(J&K).Disciplines:Phase 1 — Ice Hockey, Ice Skating (Figure Skating introduced first time); Phase 2 — Alpine Skiing, Nordic Skiing, Ski Mountaineering, Snowboarding.Scheme:Part of the Khelo India Scheme, a Central Sector Scheme(CSS) of Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS).Logo:Symbolises energy, resilience, and national spirit of winter sports.Mascot:Sheen-E-She (Shan) — the Snow Leopard, representing resilience, agility, and the Himalayan legacy.About Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS):Union Minister– Mansukh Mandaviya (Constituency-Porbandar, Gujarat)Minister of State (MoS) – Raksha Khadse (Constituency- Raver, Maharashtra).
• Key points: In the medal tally,Haryanaemerged on top with 5 Gold, 1 Silver, and 2 Bronze medals, followed byLadakhwith 2 Gold, 5 Silver, and 4 Bronze, whileMaharashtrasecured third place with 2 Gold, 3 Silver, and 2 Bronze medals.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Sports Current Affairs. Awards and achievements of sportspersons.

📘 General Knowledge & Miscellaneous

16. International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust 2026 – January 27

• What happened: International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust 2026 – January 27The United Nations (UN’s)International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust(International Holocaust Remembrance Day) is observed annually on27 January, commemorates the victims of the Holocaust (Shoah) worldwide.Theme:2026 Theme: “Holocaust Remembrance for Dignity and Human Rights”Focus:Highlights the importance of Holocaust remembrance alongside safeguarding human dignity and upholding universal human rights to prevent future atrocities.Background:UNGA Resolution:On 1 November2005, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted Resolution A/RES/60/7, designating 27 January as the annual International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust. First Observance:The first International Holocaust Remembrance Day was observed on27 January 2006.Significance:27 January commemorates the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Nazi German Concentration and Extermination Camp by Soviet troops in 1945.
• Key details: About Holocaust:Terminology:The Holocaust is also known as the “Shoah,” a Hebrew term meaning “catastrophe.”Overview:The Holocaust was a state-sponsored genocide by Nazi Germany and its allies that killed six million Jews in Europe between 1933 and 1945.2026 Events:UN Holocaust Memorial Observance:On 27 January 2026, the UN Holocaust Memorial Observance took place at the UN Headquarters in New York(the United States of America, USA), led by António Guterres, UN Secretary-General and hosted by Melissa Fleming, UN Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications.Commemoration at UN Office:On 27 January 2026 a Holocaust commemoration was held at Palais des Nations, organized by the UN Office at Geneva, Switzerland.About United Nations (UN):Secretary-General(SG)– António GuterresHeadquarters-New York, the United States of America (USA)Established– 1945 *******.
• Key points: The resolution also created theHolocaust and the UN Outreach Programmeto spread awareness of the Holocaust’s lessons and advancepeace and human rights.; 27 January 2026, the day marks the81st anniversaryof this historic event.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: General Knowledge. Important for TNPSC prelims.

17. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)

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• Why it matters for TNPSC: General Knowledge. Important for TNPSC prelims.

18. Current Affairs 30 January 2026

• What happened: Current Affairs 30 January 2026Overview of EU Commission’s President Ursula von der Leyen’s Visit to IndiaPFRDA Launches ‘NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme’ under Regulatory SandboxNITI Aayog Launches ‘Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0’ To Boost Development in Aspirational AreasMoA&FW Constitutes High-Level Committee to Strengthen FPOs in TNAIIA New Delhi Signed Landmark MoU with CAYEITUnion Minister Jayant Chaudhary Announces India’s First AI-Enabled State University Pilot in Meerut, UPMoEFCC Notifies Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026Union MoS Jitin Prasada Launches ‘Aadhaar App’ to Strengthen Digital Identity ecosystemBISAG-N Signs MoU with QNu Labs to Deploy Quantum-Resilient Cybersecurity SolutionsOverview of 56th Annual Meeting of World Economic Forum Held in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland -Part IIReliance Industries and ONGC Signed Agreement for Offshore Energy OperationsPresident Approves 2026 Gallantry and Distinguished Service Awards for ICG Personnel on 77th Republic DayMoD Announces Winners of the 77th Republic Day Parade : IN Tops Marching Contingent; Maharashtra Wins Best Tableau6th Khelo India Winter Games 2026: Haryana Emerges Overall Champion in Ice Sports PhaseInternational Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust 2026 – January 27Aspirant:Does Affairscloud covers all the Current affairs topics related to examinations?Affairscloud:We Guaranteed All the Important topics related to examination are covered in Our Daily CA content and Daily CA Quizzes.Aspirant:Why is there a delayal in news?Affairscloud:As some of the major news sites doesn’t provide the required data on the exact day, we take extra time for important data to be presented to the aspirants on the examination basis to ensure nothing is missed.Example:In ‘Important Days’ topics the International Organisations publish their reports and Rankings in the evenings, to make sure every data is covered, we delay the topics to the next day.Candidates appearing for Competitive Exams. Kindly Share the General Awareness questions,which asked in their respective exams to“[email protected]”Dear Aspirants,We would like to inform you that, startingJanuary 2025,all Current Affairs Hindi Contentwill be accessible only through theCareersCloud app and CareersCloud.in website.
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Q1. Which of the following is related to: Overview of EU Commission’s President Ursula von der Leyen’s Visit to India?

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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
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Q2. Which of the following is related to: India-EU FTA Negotiations:?

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(c) Correct answer from the news item
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Q3. Which of the following is related to: NITI Aayog Launches ‘Sampoornata Ab?

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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
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Q4. Which of the following is related to: MoA&FW Constitutes High-Level Committee to Strengthen FPOs in TN?

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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
(d) Option D – to be filled with specific details

Q5. Which of the following is related to: AIIA New Delhi Signed Landmark MoU with CAYEIT?

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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
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