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29 January 2026 · exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 29 January 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.
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The Kerala state budget for 2026-27 includes several populist announcements, such as making undergraduate education in Arts and Science colleges free, implementing the 12th Pay Revision Commission, and introducing an As…
Read full storyThe Kerala Budget 2026 presented by the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) government has been criticized by the opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) as a 'political tool filled with empty promises' ahead of the upc…
Read full storyActivists in Karnataka are organizing a protest walk on February 1st to oppose development works on Chamundi Betta hills. They have specifically raised concerns over projects under the PRASHAD scheme and are demanding a…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Wings India 2026 conference in Hyderabad, highlighting India's civil aviation sector as a hub of vast growth opportunities. He emphasized the nation's unique large-scale develo…
Read full storyThe Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth ₹1,986.48 crore in the PACL case, which involved an illegal collective investment scheme. Accused entities and individuals fraudulently mobilised over ₹60,000 c…
Read full storyUnion Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan lauded the Aajeevika Mission, highlighting its transformation into a significant movement. He praised the strength and resilience of Self-Help Group (SHG) members,…
Read full storyThe article discusses the National Health Policy 2017, highlighting its goals, progress, and challenges by 2026. It notes that while India advanced on some health fronts, it missed other targets and encountered unforese…
Read full storyChief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar are set to distribute 42,345 houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) at a State-level programme in Hubballi. This event highlights the ong…
Read full storyThe Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare is developing a 'Krushi Road Map' aimed at achieving a 15% Gross Value Added (GVA) growth in the agriculture sector. An eight-member committee is discussing this initiati…
Read full storyThe Himachal Cabinet has approved the imposition of an 'orphan and widow cess' on petrol and high-speed diesel. This state-level policy aims to generate additional financial resources. The funds collected will be utiliz…
Read full storyThe Cabinet has approved a ₹200-crore cluster development programme aimed at boosting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Andhra Pradesh. This initiative is significant for competitive exams as it highlights…
Read full storyAndhra Pradesh is establishing Project Monitoring Units (PMUs) in 46 cities to significantly enhance urban sanitation. These units will offer real-time monitoring, data validation, and technical support to Urban Local B…
Read full storyCabinet Secretary highlighted land acquisition as a major issue hindering infrastructure development in India. This statement underscores a critical bottleneck in project implementation despite government efforts. The n…
Read full storyThe Congress party has vowed to "save" the Ex-servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), demanding the Centre release ₹14,000 crore, alleging budget cuts. This issue is significant as ECHS provides crucial medical be…
Read full storyAndhra Pradesh is set for a major education policy push in 2025, introducing initiatives like Quantum courses, the LEAP model, and teacher recruitment via DSC. These reforms aim to modernize the state's schooling, impro…
Read full storyThe Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) has partnered with the Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI) to foster cluster-based development. This collaboration aims to boost MSME digitisati…
Read full storyIndia faces a significant pesticide regulation crisis, characterized by a policy stuck in a 'perpetual draft' phase. This ongoing legislative inertia highlights the severe human and environmental costs associated with a…
Read full storyThe Bombay High Court directed the Maharashtra government to pay a ₹50 lakh benefit to the family of a COVID duty staff member. This ruling underscores judicial emphasis on societal gratitude for frontline workers and a…
Read full storyNITI Aayog has released a report outlining a roadmap for the 'internationalisation' of higher education in India. Titled 'Internationalisation of Higher Education in India: Prospects, Potential, and Policy Recommendatio…
Read full storyThe Prime Minister unveiled a new fertiliser plant project in Assam, valued at ₹10,601 crore, under the Assam Valley Fertiliser and Chemical Company Ltd (AVFCCL). This significant infrastructure development aims to boos…
Read full storyTamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin (DMK) has condemned the BJP's proposed 'VB-G RAM G Bill', asserting it aims to replace the crucial Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA). He pledged sustained protests…
Read full storyPrime Minister is scheduled to address his first rally in Bengal on Saturday following the release of draft electoral rolls. The updated rolls show an exclusion of 58,20,899 names, reducing the total electorate to 7.08…
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