The tournament was held at Dr. Sampurnanand Sports Stadium in Varanasi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the event. More than 1,000 players from 58 teams participated between January 4 and January 11, 2026.

World Braille Day is observed every year on January 4 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Louis Braille. In 1824, Louis Braille developed the six-dot tactile writing system for visually impaired persons. The system is globally used for reading, writing, mathematics, and music. In 2026, the National Federation of the Blind launched the “More Braille More Empowerment” campaign in New Delhi.

The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Pune, is leading the project. It is part of Mission Mausam, a ₹2,000 crore programme of the Ministry of Earth Sciences. These stations automatically record rainfall, temperature, humidity, and wind data. The first installations are planned for Delhi starting February 2026.

SOAR is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. It aims to integrate Artificial Intelligence literacy into school education and vocational training systems. The initiative prepares students and educators for an Artificial Intelligence-driven economy. The Union Government has committed ₹500 crore for a dedicated Centre of Excellence for Artificial Intelligence in Education.

The Ten Degree Channel separates the Andaman Islands from the Nicobar Islands. Car Nicobar Island is the northernmost island of the Nicobar group. Despite its small area, it houses nearly half of the Nicobar population and serves as the district headquarters. The island recently witnessed the inauguration of a major runway upgrade at the Indian Air Force base.

Cellulitis is most commonly caused by Staphylococcus and Streptococcus bacteria. It affects deeper layers of skin, particularly the legs and feet. Open wounds and weakened immunity increase susceptibility. The condition is generally not contagious but can spread via open wounds.

The exposition was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. It features relics discovered in 1898 at Piprahwa, historically associated with Kapilavastu. The relics were repatriated after nearly 125 years. The Government of India prevented their sale at international auctions by declaring them sacred heritage.

The clinic was established at the Government Institute of Medical Sciences in Greater Noida. It operates under the Centre for Medical Innovation. The initiative enables testing and validation of Artificial Intelligence tools in real clinical environments. Focus areas include medical imaging, diagnostics, and decision support systems.

Andhra Pradesh secured 25.3 percent of India’s proposed capital investment in the first nine months of Financial Year 2026. It surpassed states such as Odisha and Maharashtra. Together, the top three states accounted for over 51 percent of total proposed investments. The success is attributed to streamlined approvals and investor-friendly policies.

The RQ-170 Sentinel is a stealth unmanned aerial vehicle developed by the United States. It was designed by Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works division. The drone supports intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and electronic warfare missions. It was recently sighted at a naval base in Puerto Rico.

The facility was inaugurated in Hyderabad, Telangana, on January 5, 2026. It demonstrates tropical farming of cold-water species using advanced recirculation technology. The project also serves as a research and training centre for aquaculture professionals.

Manthan Rohit secured first place in the YouTube Shorts category. The campaign was organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and MyGov. It encouraged citizens to showcase India’s transformation over 11 years. The initiative aligns with the Viksit Bharat @2047 vision.

Mount Bur Ni Telong is an active stratovolcano located in the Aceh province of Indonesia. It rises to approximately 2,624 metres and forms part of the Bur Ni Geureudong volcanic complex. Authorities raised the alert level following an increase in volcanic tremors and seismic activity. The volcano has a classic conical shape formed by alternating lava and ash layers.

The Eastern Imperial Eagle is listed as Vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. It is one of the largest eagle species in Europe with a wingspan exceeding two metres. The species breeds in Europe and Central Asia and migrates to South Asia during winter. A recent sighting was confirmed in Mudumalai Tiger Reserve.

The Galaxy Frog is endemic to the southern Western Ghats of India. It survives in limited wet evergreen forest patches in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Recent reports highlighted habitat disturbance caused by wildlife photographers. The International Union for Conservation of Nature classifies the species as Vulnerable.

The Vishnugad–Pipalkoti Hydroelectric Project is constructed on the Alaknanda River in Uttarakhand. It is a run-of-the-river project with an annual generation capacity of approximately 1,665 gigawatt-hours. The project is implemented by THDC India Limited with financial assistance from the World Bank. It recently came into news following a tunnel accident involving a loco train.