Daily Current Affairs 25th & 26th January 2026 for Government Exams – Key Updates for UPSC, SSC, Banking & More
Daily Current Affairs for 25th & 26th January 2026 covers important national, international, banking, defence, economy, awards, appointments, environment, and important days relevant for UPSC, SSC, IBPS, SBI, RBI, Railways, Defence and State PSC exams.
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Staying updated with Daily Current Affairs is crucial for cracking competitive exams like UPSC IAS, SSC CGL, IBPS PO/Clerk, SBI, RBI Grade B, Railways, Defence and State PSC exams.
The 25th & 26th January 2026 Current Affairs are especially important due to Republic Day 2026, major banking, defence, international relations, government schemes, awards, and policy announcements.
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📊 Explanation / Main Content
🏦 Banking, Finance & Business Current Affairs
India’s FDI Inflows Surge in 2025
- Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows into India rose 73% to USD 47 billion in 2025.
- Major sectors: Manufacturing, Services, IT, Digital Infrastructure, R&D.
- India ranked among Top 10 global data-centre investment destinations.
- Global FDI increased 14% to USD 1.6 trillion.
RBI Report on State Finances 2025–26
- Released by Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
- Theme: “Demographic Transition in India – Implications for State Finances”.
- States’ fiscal deficit: 3.3% of GDP.
- Capital expenditure budgeted at 3.2% of GDP for 2025–26.
RXIL Returns Capital to Shareholders
- Receivables Exchange of India Limited (RXIL) paid 21.6% interim dividend.
- First Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) platform to do so.
- Joint venture of SIDBI + NSE with SBI, ICICI Bank & Yes Bank.
🏛️ National & State Current Affairs
Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) – 11 Years
- Launched on 22 January 2015 under Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao.
- Interest rate: 8.2% p.a.
- Maturity: 21 years
- Tax benefit: EEE (Exempt–Exempt–Exempt).
India’s First Private Satellite Manufacturing Unit
- Launched at Sanand, Gujarat by Azista Space.
- Facility name: Palmnaro
- Focus: End-to-end satellite manufacturing & electro-optical payloads.
Punjab’s Mukhya Mantri Sehat Yojana
- Free cashless healthcare up to ₹10 lakh per family/year.
- Covers 65 lakh families.
- No income limit.
- Over 2,350 treatment packages included.
🌍 International Current Affairs
Spain Joins Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)
- Spanish FM Jose Manuel Albares visited India.
- India–Spain relations upgraded to Strategic Association.
- IPOI launched in 2019 at East Asia Summit.
US Launches Board of Peace Initiative
- Launched by President Donald Trump at World Economic Forum, Davos.
- Linked to Gaza peace and reconstruction.
- India adopts “wait and watch” approach.
🏅 Awards & Honours
Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2025
- Awarded to Graca Machel (Mozambique).
- Cash prize: ₹1 crore.
- Recognised for work in peace, women empowerment & child welfare.
Padma Awards 2026 (Provisional List)
- 45 individuals named.
- Categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri.
- Focus on grassroots contributors.
🛡️ Defence Current Affairs
Military Quantum Mission Policy Framework
- Released by CDS General Anil Chauhan.
- Aligned with National Quantum Mission (NQM).
- Pillars:
- Quantum Communication
- Quantum Computing
- Quantum Sensing & Metrology
- Quantum Materials & Devices
HAL–Army Helicopter MRO Hub
- Location: Missamari, Assam
- Enhances combat readiness & self-reliance.
🌱 Environment
New Amphibian Species Discovered
- Species: Gegeneophis valmiki
- Discovered by Zoological Survey of India (ZSI).
- Found in Western Ghats, Maharashtra.
🗓️ Important Days (25 & 26 January 2026)
| Date | Observance |
|---|---|
| 25 Jan | National Tourism Day |
| 25 Jan | National Voters Day |
| 26 Jan | Republic Day (77th) |
| 26 Jan | International Day of Clean Energy |
| 26 Jan | International Customs Day |
📌 One-Liner Points for Quick Revision
- India’s FDI inflows rose 73% to USD 47 billion in 2025.
- RBI report theme: Demographic Transition & State Finances.
- RXIL became first TReDS platform to pay dividend.
- SSY interest rate stands at 8.2% per annum.
- Gujarat launched India’s first private satellite unit at Sanand.
- Punjab offers ₹10 lakh free healthcare under Sehat Yojana.
- Spain joined Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI).
- Graca Machel won Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2025.
- Padma Awards 2026 provisional list includes 45 names.
- Military Quantum Mission aligns with National Quantum Mission.
- New caecilian species discovered in Western Ghats.
- Republic Day 2026 marks 77th year of the Indian Republic.
❓ Exam-Oriented FAQs
Q1. What is the theme of RBI’s State Finances Report 2025–26?
➡️ Demographic Transition in India – Implications for State Finances.
Q2. What is the interest rate under Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana?
➡️ 8.2% per annum.
Q3. Who won the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2025?
➡️ Graca Machel of Mozambique.
Q4. Which country joined IPOI in January 2026?
➡️ Spain.
Q5. What is India’s first International Day of Clean Energy observed on?
➡️ 26 January 2026.
