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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.
24 current-affairs updates for major exams.
India's Budget 2026-27 designates Information Technology (IT) as a core growth driver, emphasizing strategic focus on semiconductor production. This policy includes a tax holiday for foreign companies that procure data…
Read full storyNew UGC regulations, addressing caste-based discrimination and revamping grievance redressal mechanisms, have been stayed amidst protests. This development is crucial for competitive exams as it highlights the role of r…
Read full storyThe Supreme Court has observed that if a firm profits more from its scale of operations, it has a greater responsibility to bear the environmental costs associated with its larger footprint. This ruling highlights the p…
Read full storyThe Union Budget 2026 has allocated ₹67,600 crore for the Jal Jeevan Mission, despite the Jal Shakti Ministry expecting to spend only around ₹17,000 crore in the current financial year. This significant allocation highl…
Read full storyThe Andhra Pradesh government has launched a digital healthcare initiative called 'Sanjeevani' that will provide free health tests for 72 lakh people across the state. The initiative leverages AI-based advisories, regul…
Read full storyThe Tirupati laddu row has led to the transfer of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Executive Officer (EO) and the appointment of a Special Chief Secretary, Ravichandra, as the in-charge EO. This incident occurre…
Read full storyThe Indian government has allocated ₹4,551 crore in the budget for the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. This funding will be used to support the digitalization and FM expansion of the All India Radio (AIR) netw…
Read full storyAn elderly woman traveling from Bengaluru to the US alleged that her checked-in baggage was stolen, containing approximately 790 grams of gold jewelry, diamond ornaments worth ₹8 lakh, medicines valued at ₹20,000, and $…
Read full storyISRO Chairman announced active work towards the first uncrewed mission for the Gaganyaan programme, a critical preparatory step for India's ambitious human spaceflight mission. He also confirmed that scientists are thor…
Read full storyIndia is advancing the Kanyakumari nuclear project and exploring the conversion of old thermal power plants for atomic energy use. This aligns with the Union Budget 2025-26's expected substantial allocations for the pow…
Read full storyThe article discusses the suspension of internet services in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, as anti-terror operations intensify in the region. This is significant as it highlights the ongoing security challenges in the re…
Read full storyDivya Surepalli, a 37-year-old environmental engineer from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, became the state's first licensed civilian woman skydiver in 2024 after completing skydiving training abroad. This achievement is…
Read full storyThe Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced traffic diversions around the Begumpet Airport from January 26 to January 31 due to an air show event. Commuters are advised to avoid the Panjagutta to Greenlands to Begumpet…
Read full storyThe Economic Survey has identified material and storage challenges as key risks to India's ongoing energy transition. It advocates for a strategic energy system approach, prioritizing nuclear energy and green hydrogen a…
Read full storyThe Supreme Court has stayed the implementation of the 2026 UGC Equity Regulations, finding them to be 'too sweeping'. The court has ordered that the 2012 UGC Regulations on promoting equity in higher education institut…
Read full storyThe article discusses the case of Sonam Wangchuk, an engineer and education reformist, who has denied allegations of making remarks about overthrowing the government like the Arab Spring. His wife's lawyer, Kapil Sibal,…
Read full storyMadhu Gottumukkala, a US cybersecurity official, has been accused of uploading 'sensitive' documents to the public version of ChatGPT in May 2025. This incident raises concerns about the security and confidentiality of…
Read full storyA recent study has found that human-induced climate change worsened the recent torrential rains and floods in southern Africa, which killed dozens of people. This is significant as it highlights the growing impact of cl…
Read full storyThe black box of the aircraft involved in the Ajit Pawar plane crash in Baramati has been recovered by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB). The recovery of the black box is crucial for determining the caus…
Read full storyRapper Nicki Minaj has expressed her support for U.S. President Donald Trump, stating that she will not let his opponents 'get away with bullying him' or engaging in 'smear campaigns'. This news is significant as it hig…
Read full storyIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Israel's primary focus is disarming Hamas and demilitarizing the Gaza Strip, a key condition for future stability in the region. Hamas, while rejecting disarmament as a "…
Read full storyUttarakhand has implemented the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Amendment Ordinance, becoming the first state in India to do so after Independence. This significant move aims to bring uniformity in personal laws, covering aspe…
Read full storyCanadian PM Mark Carney (as per the article) is anticipated to visit India in early March. Concurrently, formal negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and Canada are slated…
Read full storyAndhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has initiated a push for technology-driven governance, emphasizing the integration of AI and digital tools. This move aims to significantly reduce field staff workload,…
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