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1 February 2026 · exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 1 February 2026
AI summaries of PIB, RBI, All India Radio and national newspaper reports, organised for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway and State-PSC revision. Every story links to its source.
15 current-affairs updates for major exams.
The Pakistani Army conducted security operations in Balochistan, resulting in the killing of 15 Pakistani soldiers and 92 militants. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict between the Pakistani military and milit…
Read full storyThe Guwahati Refinery (GR) played a crucial role in supplying smokeless fuel to the Indian Army during Operation Sindoor, a significant defense operation. This highlights the refinery's contribution to the country's def…
Read full storyThe Meghalaya police are investigating a poster allegedly linked to the Islamic State (ISIS) that has asked tribal communities in the state to leave. This incident is a serious national security concern, as it highlight…
Read full storyColonel Sofiya Qureshi is set to be conferred with the Vishisht Sewa Medal, a significant honour for distinguished service in the Indian Armed Forces. The news also highlights Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and Lieuten…
Read full storyU.S. and Pakistani troops recently concluded a joint counter-terrorism training exercise named 'Inspired Gambit 2026' at the National Counter-Terrorism Centre in Pabbi. This exercise is significant for competitive exams…
Read full storyIndian Army Chief General Dwivedi emphasized preparing for future wars, highlighting indigenisation as key for self-reliance in defence. He stressed the importance of developing dual-use resources, beneficial for both m…
Read full storyThe 13th Pakistan-United States bilateral joint military exercise, named ‘Inspired Gambit–2026’, commenced on January 9. This exercise highlights ongoing defence cooperation between the two nations, specifically focusin…
Read full storyIndia's Army Chief, General Upendra Dwivedi, undertook official visits to the UAE and Sri Lanka, as confirmed by the Ministry of Defence. His UAE visit from January 05-06 involved extensive discussions with senior UAE A…
Read full storyFormer U.S. President Donald Trump proposed increasing the defence spending to a massive $1.5 trillion by 2027, citing the current global scenario as "dangerous times". This significant financial commitment signals pote…
Read full storyPakistan successfully conducted a flight test of its indigenously developed 'Taimoor' Air-Launched Cruise Missile. This missile is capable of engaging enemy land and sea targets with high precision, carrying a conventio…
Read full storyIsrael is defending its potential engagement with Somaliland at the UN, facing questions from some states about its motives, linking it to Palestinian relocation or military base establishment. The US criticized the Sec…
Read full storyThe Defence Acquisition Committee (DAC) has approved defence purchases worth ₹79,000 crore, marking a significant step towards modernizing India's armed forces. This decision will equip the Army with radars and guided r…
Read full storyAn Indian Army contingent has departed for Abu Dhabi, U.A.E., to participate in the second edition of the joint military exercise 'Desert Cyclone'. This exercise aims to bolster interoperability and defence cooperation…
Read full storyA joint military exercise between India and Maldives recently concluded in Thiruvananthapuram. This exercise focused on enhancing capabilities in counter-insurgency and counter-terrorist operations within contemporary o…
Read full storyThe Indian Navy is set to commission its second MH-60R helicopter squadron, INAS 335, at Goa. This strategic move aims to significantly bolster India's maritime surveillance, anti-submarine warfare, and overall multi-ro…
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