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1. PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates Grand International Exposition of Sacred

• என்ன நடந்தது: PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates Grand International Exposition of SacredPiprahwaRelics in DelhiOn January 3, 2026, Prime Minister (PM)Narendra Modiinaugurated theGrand International Exposition of SacredPiprahwaRelics, titled “The Light and the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One”, at the Rai Pithora Cultural Complex, New Delhi, Delhi. Exam Hints:What?Inauguration of Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa RelicsBy: PM Narendra ModiTitle:‘The Light and the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One’Where?Rai Pithora Cultural Complex, New DelhiOrganisedby:Ministry of CultureTheme:Reunification and display of Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha (after 127 years)Repatriation Partner:Godrej Industries Group (PPP model) AboutPiprahwaRelics Exposition:Organiser:The exposition is organised by the Ministry of Culture under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the exposition showcases the sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha, marking their historic reunification after 127 years.Dignitaries:Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Ministry of Culture; Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MPA); Union Minister of State (MoS) Ramdas Athawale, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE); Union MoS Rao Inderjit Singh, Ministry of Culture and Lieutenant (Lt) Governor of Delhi Vinai Kumar Saxenawere present at the event.Repatriation:The repatriation of the Peppé family’s Piprahwa Buddhist relics was finalized on July 30, 2025, after the Ministry of Culture halted an auction at Sotheby’s Hong Kong and secured their return through a first-of-its-kind Public–Private Partnership(PPP) with the Godrej Industries Group, supported by global Buddhist communities.Event Highlights:Collection:It presents over 80 artefacts from the 6th century BCE (Before Common Era) to the present, including sculptures, manuscripts, thangkas, gem relics, reliquaries, ritual objects, and the original monolithic stone coffer.Curation:The exhibition is thematically organised with immersive audio-visuals, digital reconstructions, and a reconstructed interpretive model inspired by the Sanchi Stupa.Reunification:For the first time since 1898, relics from the 1898 Kapilavastu excavation, the 1971–75 excavations, and the repatriated Peppé family collection are displayed together.Discovery:The Piprahwa relics were discovered in 1898 by William Claxton Peppé at an ancient stupa identified with Kapilavastu, where Lord Buddha spent his early life and were subsequently distributed among the King of Siam, England, and the Indian Museum, Kolkata, West Bengal (WB).AboutMinistry of Culture:Union Minister– Gajendra Singh Shekhawat (Constituency- Jodhpur, Rajasthan)Minister of State (MoS)– Rao Inderjit Singh (Constituency-Gurugram, Haryana).
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

2. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Unveils 184 New Crop Varieties across 25 Crops in New Delhi

• என்ன நடந்தது: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Unveils 184 New Crop Varieties across 25 Crops in New DelhiOn January 4, 2026, Union MinisterShivraj Singh Chouhan, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoAFW) and Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), released184 newly developed crop varietiesacross 25 different crops at an event held in New Delhi, Delhi. About 184 New Crop Varieties:Developer:The 184 improved crop varieties were developed by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) under MoAFW-60 varieties, state and central agricultural universities- 62 varieties, and private seed companies – 62 varieties.New Crop Varieties: >>Read Full News.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: During the event, Union MinisterShivraj Singh Chouhan, highlighted that in the 2024–25 crop year, India became the world’s largest rice producer, achieving 150.18 million tonnes (MT), surpassing China’s 145.28 MT.; Cereals:It includes 122 cereal varieties: 60 rice, 50 maize, 4 sorghum, 5 pearl millet, and 1 each of ragi, small millet, and proso millet, covering key staples and nutritious millets important for climate resilience.; Cotton:It includes 24 varieties, of which 22 are Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) cotton approved for commercial cultivation.; Oilseeds:13 improved varieties, including 3 mustard, 4 safflower, 2 sesame, and 1 each of til, groundnut, gobhi sarson, and castor.
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3. 42nd Foundation Day of DSIR: Relaxes

• என்ன நடந்தது: 42nd Foundation Day of DSIR: Relaxes3-Year Eligibility Norm for Deep-Tech StartupsOn January 4, 2026, Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge, IC)Dr. Jitendra Singh,Ministry of Science & Technology (MoS&T), announced the removal of themandatory 3-year existencecondition for deep-tech startups to avail financial assistance ofmaximum Rs 1 croreunder the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR)’s Industrial Research and Development Promotion Program (IRDPP) Highlights of42nd Foundation Day of DSIR:Launch of 4 New Initiatives:During the event, Union MoS Dr.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Jitendra Singh also launched 4 new initiatives: MoUs and Agreements:The event also witnessed the exchange of several key Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements. >>Read Full News.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The announcement was made during the 42nd Foundation Day celebrations of DSIR, which works under MoS&T.; TheDSIR Guidelinesfor Recognition of In-House Research & Development (R&D) Centres of Deep-tech startups which includes the relaxation of the 3-year existence condition.; Promoting Innovations in Individuals, Startups and MSMEs(PRISM) Network Platform-‘(TePP Outreach cum Cluster Innovation Centre)TOCIC Innovator Pulse,’ aimed to strengthen innovation pipelines.; Creative India 2025was launched under the PRISM scheme aimed at promoting entrepreneurship.
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4. Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh Inaugurates SGA Farm and Research Institute & RAS facility in Hyderabad, Telangana

• என்ன நடந்தது: Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh Inaugurates SGA Farm and Research Institute & RAS facility in Hyderabad, TelanganaOn January 5, 2026, Union MinisterRajiv Ranjan Singh,Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying(MoFAHD)and Ministry of Panchayati Raj(MoPR),inaugurated the Smart Green Aquaculture(SGA) Farm and Research Institute, India’s first commercial-scale tropical trout farm and a state-of-the-art Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) facility in Hyderabad, Telangana. About SGA Farm and Research Institute:Background:SGA Limited has set up the tropical RAS-based Rainbow Trout farm and research institute at Kandukur Mandal, in Ranga Reddy, Telangana.Skill Development:The project also serves as a live training and demonstration centre, providing hands-on learning to youths in advanced aquaculture systems, automation and monitoring, and biosecurity practices.About Rainbow Trout:It is a cold-water fish species that normally thrives in cool, well-oxygenated waters such as Himalayan rivers and hill streams in places including Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh (HP), and Sikkim.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: About Telangana:Chief Minister(CM)– A Revanth ReddyGovernor– Jishnu Dev VarmaCapital– HyderabadWildlife Sanctuary(WLS)– Kinnerasani WLS, Pakhal WLS>>Read Full News.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Prior to the inauguration, Trout farming in India was mostly limited to those cold regions, because high temperatures tend to stress the fish and reduce their survival and growth.
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5. India’s AYUSH System Recognised in Bilateral Agreements with Oman, New Zealand

• என்ன நடந்தது: India’s AYUSH System Recognised in Bilateral Agreements with Oman, New ZealandIn January 2026, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry(MoC&I)announced India’s traditional medical system Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy(AYUSH),formally recognised in bilateral agreements, includingIndia-OmanComprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement(CEPA)andIndia-New ZealandFree Trade Agreement(FTA). Exam Hints:What?Announcement of Formal Recognition of India’s AYUSH System in Bilateral AgreementsAnnounced by:MoC&IOccasion:4th establishment anniversary of AYUSHEXCILBilateral Agreements with:Oman and New ZealandExports Growth: AYUSH & herbal products rose from USD 649.2 million (2023‑24) to USD 688.89 million (2024‑25) Other Key Details:Anchoring Agency:The AYUSHEXCILhas been tasked with implementing the ‘Ayush Quality Mark programme’, launched by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi at the 2nd WHO Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi.Growth in Exports :The exports of AYUSH and herbal products increased from USD 649.2 million in 2023-24 toUSD 688.89 millionin 2024-25, registering a growth of 6.11%.About AYUSHEXCIL:On January 4, 2022, AYUSHEXCIL was registered as a Section 8 company with the Registrar of Companies (Delhi).
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The announcement was made during the AYUSH Export Promotion Council(AYUSHEXCIL)’s4thestablishment anniversary celebrations held in New Delhi, Delhi.; It was formally launched in April 2022 by PM Narendra Modi during the Global AYUSH Investment and Innovation Summit held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

6. India-Pakistan Exchange Nuclear Lists on Jan 1, 2026 (35th Time)

• என்ன நடந்தது: India-Pakistan Exchange Nuclear Lists on Jan 1, 2026 (35th Time)In January 2026,IndiaandPakistanexchanged the list of Nuclear Installations and Facilities through diplomatic channels simultaneously at New Delhi (India) and Islamabad (Pakistan), marking the35thconsecutive exchange of such lists between the two countries. Exam Hints:What? Exchange of list of nuclear installations and facilitiesBetween:India and PakistanExchange:35th (since January 01, 1992)Under Which Agreement?Prohibition of Attack against Nuclear Installations and Facilities between India and PakistanOther Exchange:Prisoners ListMandated under:Consular access Pact (May 21, 2008)Total Indian Prisoners:257, including 199 fishermen and 58 other civilians Key Details of Agreement:Background:The agreement was signed between India and Pakistan on December 31, 1988 and however, it came into forceon January 27, 1991.Annual Exchange:Both countries are required to inform each other of the nuclear installations and facilities to be covered under the agreement on the 1st January of every calendar year.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Other Key ExchangeLists :Prisoners List:Apart from nuclear installations and facilities, both countries also exchanged a list of prisoners under the consular access pact signed on May 21, 2008.Indian Prisoners:The Government of Pakistan handed over a list of257 Indian prisonerswhich include 199 fishermen and 58 other civilians in its custody.Bi-annual Exchange:As per the consular access pact, it is mandatory for both countries to exchange the list of prisoners bi-annually i.e. at the start ofJanuary and July. SC of India SignsMoUwith SC of Bhutan to Exchange Young Legal ProfessionalsIn January 2026, Chief Justice of India (CJI)Surya Kantannounced that the Supreme Court of India(SCI)has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)with the Supreme Court of Bhutan(SCB)to facilitate the exchange of young legal professionals and strengthen judicial cooperation between the two nations, in New Delhi (Delhi).
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The exchange was made under the Agreement on the Prohibition of Attack against Nuclear Installations and Facilities between two countries.; The 1st exchange of such lists between the two countries took place on January 01, 1992.
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7. Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya

• என்ன நடந்தது: Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad AcharyaInaugurates‘SanskaarShaala’ for ChildrenOn January 4, 2026,Lakshman Prasad Acharya,Governor of Assam,inauguratedSanskaarShaala, also known as Shankar Shaala, a cultural and value-based learning initiative for children aged from 4 to 14, at the Lohia Lions Auditorium in Guwahati, Assam. Exam Hints:What?Launch of Sanskaar Shaala for children & Financial Assistance Scheme for Udasin BhakatsLaunched by:Assam governmentSanskaar Shaala:For children aged 4–14; promotes ethical, social, and cultural awarenessFor UdasinBhakats:Celibate Vaishnavite monks of Udasin satra system; each receives Rs.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: 1,500/month AboutSanskaarShaala:Aim: The program aims to develop ethical, social, and cultural awareness in young learners.Implementation:Designed for school and college students across Assam, the program is conducted under the guidance of the Governor’s office with active support from educational institutions.Interactive Learning:The program engages children through hands-on sessions, workshops, and skill-development activities, fostering holistic growth, social responsibility, and a strong understanding of Indian cultural and ethical values.About Scheme forUdasinBhakats:Udasin Bhakats:Celibate Vaishnavite monks dedicated to spiritual practice, worship, and preserving the cultural and religious traditions of the Udasin satra system, founded by 15th-century saint Srimanta Sankardeva in Assam. Purpose: To ensure the welfare of Bhakats and support the preservation of Assam’s cultural and religious heritage linked to the Udasin satra system.Financial Assistance:Under the initiative, each eligible Udasin Bhakat will receive monthly financial assistance ofRs.1,500credited directly to their bank account. Around 620 Udasin Bhakats are currently identified as beneficiaries across Assam.Implementation:The scheme is implemented under the guidance of the Assam Government, with coordination from relevant religious and administrative bodies.About Assam:Chief Minister(CM)– Himanta Biswa SarmaGovernor– Lakshman Prasad AcharyaCapital– DispurNational Park(NP)– Manas NP, Dibru-Saikhowa NP TN CMM.K.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The Assam government also launched a new financial assistance scheme forUdasinBhakats.; The term “Bhakat” means devotee or disciple and “Udasin” means detached, referring to individuals who renounce worldly life in pursuit of spirituality.
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8. Justice A Muhamed Mustaque Takes Oath as 24th CJ Sikkim HC

• என்ன நடந்தது: Justice A Muhamed Mustaque Takes Oath as 24th CJ Sikkim HCIn January 2026,Justice Muhamed Mustaque Ayumantakatha,senior-most Judge of Kerala High Court(HC), officially sworn-in as the24thChief Justice(CJ) of Sikkim HC. The oath of office was administered byOm Prakash Mathur,Governor of Sikkim at a function held at the Lok Bhawan in Gangtok, Sikkim.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Exam Hints:What?24th CJ Sikkim HC appointmentWho?Justice A Muhamed MustaqueOath Administered by:Om Prakash Mathur, Governor of SikkimPredecessor:Justice Biswanath Somadder Key Details of Appointment:Recommended by Collegium:Justice Mustaque appointment was recommended by the Supreme Court (SC) Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India(CJI), Justice Surya Kant.Notified DoJ:Following the collegium recommendation, the Department of Justice (DoJ) under the Ministry of Law and Justice (MoL&J), announced that the President of India Droupadi Murmum approved the appointment of Justice Mustaque as CJ of Sikkim HC, underArticle 217(1)of the Constitution of India.Acting CJ of SikkimHC:At present,Justice Meenakshi Madan Raiis serving as the Acting CJ of Sikkim HC.About A. Muhamed Mustaque:Enrollment:Enrolled as an advocate in 1989 and practised before various courts and statutory authorities, mainly in Kannur.Judicial Career:He was appointed as an Additional Judge of Kerala HC in 2014, a Permanent Judge in 2016, and later, served as Acting Chief Justice (CJ) from July 2024 to September 2024. *******.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Sikkim’s Chief Minister (CM) Prem Singh Tamang, along with his council of ministers and senior officials, attended the oath ceremony.; He succeededCJ Biswanath Somadderwho retired as the CJ of Sikkim HC on December 14, 2025.; He served as the Chairman of the Kerala High Court’s Computerisation Committee beginning September 18, 2019, continuing until his recent elevation.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

9. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)

• என்ன நடந்தது: Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today).
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10. Current Affairs 6 January 2026

• என்ன நடந்தது: Current Affairs 6 January 2026PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics in DelhiUnion Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Unveils 184 New Crop Varieties across 25 Crops in New Delhi42nd Foundation Day of DSIR: Relaxes 3-Year Eligibility Norm for Deep-Tech StartupsUnion Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh Inaugurates SGA Farm and Research Institute & RAS facility in Hyderabad, TelanganaIndia’s AYUSH System Recognised in Bilateral Agreements with Oman, New ZealandIndia-Pakistan Exchange Nuclear Lists on Jan 1, 2026 (35th Time)SC of India Signs MoU with SC of Bhutan to Exchange Young Legal ProfessionalsTMB Partners with Tech-Fini to Bolster UPI InfrastructureIndian Scientists Develop 3D-Printed Automatic Weather Stations Under Mission MausamDRDO Develops Portable Water Purification System ‘SWaDeS’ for SoldiersPM Narendra Modi Virtually Inaugurates 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in Varanasi, UPNational Siddha Day 2026 – January 6World Day of War Orphans 2026 – January 6Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya Inaugurates ‘Sanskaar Shaala’ for ChildrenTN CMM.K. Stalin Announces ‘Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme’Justice A Muhamed Mustaque Takes Oath as 24th CJ Sikkim HCAspirant: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.
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11. Indian Scientists Develop 3D-Printed Automatic Weather Stations Under Mission

• என்ன நடந்தது: Indian Scientists Develop 3D-Printed Automatic Weather Stations Under MissionMausamIn January 2026, Indian scientists led by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), developed indigenously manufactured (3-dimensional)3D-printed Automatic Weather Stations (AWS)underMissionMausam,marking a major step in enhancing India’s weather observation and forecasting capabilities. Exam Hints:What?India’s first 3D-printed Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) developedBy Whom?Scientists from Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), PuneDeployment:From February 2026First Location:Delhi; later Mumbai, Kolkata, ChennaiProgramme:Mission MausamCertification:Instruments certified by IMD’s Surface Laboratory and recognised by BIS About 3D-Printed Automatic Weather Stations (AWS):Production:AWS units are fully manufactured domestically using 3D-printing technology under the Make in India initiative, reducing costs and allowing flexible, precise designs.Key Features :The indigenously developed AWS are low-cost, lightweight, and quick to deploy, enabling real-time, high-density weather data collection, particularly in remote and disaster-prone areas.Operation:Stations automatically record and transmit temperature, wind speed, humidity, and rainfall in real-time, and are solar-powered for urban and remote deployment.Coverage:The initiative aims to fill observation gaps, improve hyper-local forecasts, and increase sensor density in urban microclimates and complex terrains like the Himalayas.Certification:All instruments are certified by the India Meteorological Department (IMD’s) Surface Laboratory and Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), and will be installed alongside existing observatories for testing, calibration, and accuracy verification.Deployment:The first batch is being deployed in Delhi, followed by Mumbai (Maharashtra), Kolkata (West Bengal, WB), and Chennai (Tamil Nadu, TN) over six months, with an initial 50 units produced and 80 more planned.About MissionMausam:Budget:The Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister(PM) Narendra Modi approved a total budget of Rs.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: 2,000 crore for 2024–2026, aiming to upgrade meteorological infrastructure, fill observation gaps in urban and climate-sensitive regions, and enable accurate hyper-local weather forecasts across India.Leadership:Led by IITM under MoES, the programme is primarily implemented by the IMD and the National Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF).About Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES):Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge, IC)- Dr. Jitendra Singh (Constituency – Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir, J&K).
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The first batch of these advanced stations is set to be deployed in Delhi fromFebruary 2026.
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12. DRDO Develops Portable

• என்ன நடந்தது: DRDO Develops PortableWater Purification System‘SWaDeS’for SoldiersIn January 2026, the Defence Laboratory Jodhpur (DLJ) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), developed a portablewater purification system‘SeaWater Desalination System (SWaDeS)’, available in manual-operated and engine-driven variants, to supply safe drinking water to soldiers deployed in remote, coastal, and water-scarce regions. Exam Hints:What?Portable Sea Water Desalination System (SWaDeS) developedDeveloper:Defence Laboratory Jodhpur, DRDOPurpose:Provide safe drinking water to soldiers in remote areasVariants:Manual (10–12 personnel), Engine-operated (20–25 personnel)Special Capability:CBRN water purification moduleTesting:Successfully completed Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP) About Sea Water Desalination System (SWaDeS):Variants:The engine-operated variant can desalinate seawater with Total Dissolved Solids(TDS) up to ~35,000 milligrams per litre (mg/L) to below 500 mg/L for 20–25 soldiers, while the manual unit is portable for 10–12 personnel.Deployment:Engine-operated system sets up within 2–3 minutes and manual units support remote or power-scarce areas.Testing:Both variants have passed Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs) validating field reliability.Applications:Suitable for naval operations, coastal installations, inland saline lakes (e.g., Pangong Tso), and long-range patrols.CBRN Water Safety:The system features a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) water purification module, ensuring safe drinking water even in contaminated and high-risk environments.
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13. TMB Partners with Tech-Fini to Bolster UPI Infrastructure

• என்ன நடந்தது: TMB Partners with Tech-Fini to Bolster UPI InfrastructureOn January 5, 2026, Tamilnad Mercantile Bank(TMB),one of India’s most trusted private sector lender, has entered into a strategic partnership withTechFini,a Unified Payments Interface (UPI) infrastructure and fintech solutions providers, to strengthen its UPI acquiring and issuing capabilities. Exam Hints:What?Partnership announcedBetween: TMB and TechFiniAim:To bolster UPI infrastructure in IndiaRole of TechFini:TSP for TMB, managing UPI switching via TechFini UPI Switch Key Details of Partnership:TSP:Under this collaboration, TechFini will serve as a Technology Service Provider(TSP)for TMB, managing UPI switching via itsTechFini UPI Switch.Expansion:This collaboration will enable faster, secure, and scalable UPI infrastructure for Payment Aggregators (PAs), Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), merchants, and fintech partners across the country.Lending Automation:This strategic partnership is expected to expand UPI use cases in lending and collections usingUPI Autopay solution,enabling automated Equated Monthly Instalment (EMI) and loan repayments directly from customers’ UPI handles.TechFini UPI Platform:It offers a cloud-native UPI platform encompassing Third-Party Application Provider (TPAP) services, UPI Plugin Software Development Kit(SDK), acquiring and issuing infrastructure, and UPI Autopay.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The platform is built to handle up to 10,000 transactions per second (TPS), ensuring scalability and readiness for future UPI innovations.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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14. PM Narendra Modi Virtually Inaugurates 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in Varanasi, UP

• என்ன நடந்தது: PM Narendra Modi Virtually Inaugurates 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in Varanasi, UPOn January 04 2026, Prime Minister(PM) Narendra Modiinaugurated the72ndedition of theNational Volleyball Tournament(Senior National Championship) at Dr. Sampurnanand Sports Stadium in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh (UP) via video conferencing.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Exam Hints:What?Virtual Inauguration of 72nd National Volleyball TournamentInaugurated by:PM Narendra ModiVenue:Sampoornand Sports Stadium (Varanasi, UP)Duration:January 4 to 11, 2026Teams:58 (across various states and institutions)Organizers:Volleyball Federation of India (VFI) in collaboration with UP governmentMascots:‘Nandu’ (Nandi bull) & ‘Neera’ (Ganga River Dolphin). About72nd National Volleyball Tournament:Organizers:The tournament was organized by the Volleyball Federation of India (VFI) in collaboration with the UP government.Participants:The tournament, scheduled to be held till January 11, 2026, is expected to witness the participation of over 1,000 players, representing 58 teams, from across the country.Mascots:For the 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship, the organizers unveiled two mascots:‘Nandu’,inspired by the Nandi bull for strength, and‘Neera’,the Ganga River Dolphin symbolizing environmental awareness.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: UP’s CM Yogi Adityanath was present among other key dignitaries at the inaugural event.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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15. National Siddha Day 2026 – January 6

• என்ன நடந்தது: National Siddha Day 2026 – January 6National Siddha Dayis observed annually across India to commemorate the birth anniversary ofSageAgathiyar, regarded as the father of the Siddha system of medicine, which coincides with the Ayilyam star in the Tamil month of Margazhi. Background:Approval:In 2017, the Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) approved the annual observance of Agathiyar’s birthday as National Siddha Day.First Observance:The First-ever National Siddha Day was observed on 4th January 2018.2026 Event:Event:On 3rd January 2026, the Vice President of India, Chandrapuram Ponnusami (C.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: P.) Radhakrishnan, inaugurated the 9th Siddha Day celebrations at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, TN.Awards and Felicitations:During the event, the Ministry of AYUSH honored five eminent personalities for their outstanding contributions to the Siddha system of medicine.>>Read Full News.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The 9th National Siddha Day falls on6 January 2026.; 2026 Theme:“Siddha for Global Health”
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

16. World Day of War Orphans 2026 – January 6

• என்ன நடந்தது: World Day of War Orphans 2026 – January 6World Day of War Orphansis observed annually onJanuary 6across the globe to raise awareness about the children who have lost one or both parents to war, armed conflict, or political violence. Exam Hints:Event:World Day of War Orphans 2026Date:January 6, 2026Purpose:To raise awareness about the children who lost their parents to warProposed:1994 by French NGO SOS Enfants en DetresseFirst Observed:January 6, 1995Other Global Observance:World Orphans Day – April 20 Background:Origin:In 1994, the World Day of War Orphans was proposed by the French organization SOS (Societas Socialis) Enfants en Detresse (SOS Children in Distress).First Observation:World Day of War Orphans was observed for the first time onJanuary 6, 1995.Other Global Observance:The “World Orphans Day” was observed annually worldwide onApril 20,declared by Worldwide Organization for Charity (WOC).First Orphanage:In Anno Domini (AD) 400, the Romans established the 1st orphanage to support widows and orphans of soldiers who died in battle, offering aid until the age of 18.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: A war orphan is a child who loses one or both parents in military service, while United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) defines an orphan as any child under 18 who has lost one or both parents from any cause.; In 1741, The Founding Hospital, London (United Kingdom, UK) became the 1st charity orphanage.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

17. Impacts of War on Orphaned Children:

• என்ன நடந்தது: Impacts of War on Orphaned Children:Crisis:Over 140–150 million children worldwide have lost parents, with war in regions like Syria and South Sudan leaving many vulnerable and displaced.Vulnerability:Even non-orphans face violence and lack basic needs, intensifying the crisis’s physical and psychological impact.Focus on Children’s Rights:World Day of War Orphans highlights the importance of protecting children under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), its Optional Protocol on children in armed conflict, and international humanitarian law.Indian Constitutional Provisions:Constitutional Protection:Article 21, Article 21(a), Article 29 (2), Articles 23 and 24, Article 39 (e), Article 39 (f) of the Indian Constitution contain provisions pertaining to the protection of orphans and orphanages.Child Protection: Article 39 (f) of the Indian Constitution empowers the state to enact laws protecting children from exploitation and abandonment.About United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF):Executive Director(ED)– Catherine M RussellHeadquarters– New York, United States of America (USA)Establishment– 1946Member Countries– 190.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.