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340 articles across 8 categories for UPSC preparation.
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) rescued 60 people, including 40 soldiers, stranded in a snowbound area of Doda district and restored connectivity…
Security forces extended their combing operation in Kishtwar following a fresh encounter with terrorists linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad, highlighting ongo…
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, with a parade showcasing its military capabilities. The event included displays of missile…
A counter-terrorism operation, "Operation Trashi," was launched in Kishtwar on January 18, 2026, involving the Army and J&K Police after terrorists we…
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi highlighted the Indian Army's focus on indigenization, future readiness, and adaptability during the Army Day parad…
An encounter occurred between security forces and terrorists in Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir, prompting a search operation and reinforcement dep…
Haryana Police arrested a man for allegedly spying on the Ambala Air Force Station and sharing sensitive information with Pakistan. The accused was in…
Telangana Governor's visit to Indian Navy platforms highlights India's focus on maritime security and indigenous defence production. This event unders…
Odisha approved a ₹17,250 crore integrated automotive‑aerospace‑defence manufacturing hub in Dhenkanal, projected to create over 20,000 jobs, while ex…
Navnirman Krushak Sangathan (NKS) called for an Odisha bandh to protest mismanagement in paddy procurement, highlighting issues faced by farmers. This…
On 31 January 2026, Andhra Pradesh’s Forest Department arrested six people for illegally moving a pangolin from Rapur, SPSR Nellore to Chennai. The re…
Chittoor district set a Guinness World Record by distributing 5,555 e‑cycles in 24 hours on 31 January 2026, showcasing Andhra Pradesh’s push for sust…
The article presents a quiz about the chief guests invited to India's Republic Day celebrations over the years, highlighting key figures and years. Un…
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with a U.S. Congressional delegation to discuss India-U.S. relations, trade, and security amidst existing…
The ED attached 19 properties worth ₹5.15 crore belonging to GHMC officer Dacha Janardhan Mahesh, alleging money‑laundering and disproportionate asset…
Bengaluru police formed a six‑member SIT on January 31, 2026, to investigate the alleged suicide of businessman C.J. Roy during an Income Tax raid. Le…
Mandya district is focusing on promoting fisheries with support from the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), aiming to enhance fish producti…
The Tamil Nadu government has requested the Union government to withdraw the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee scheme, claiming it undermines MGNREGS and increa…
A recent report projects India's space economy to reach $40 billion by 2030, driven by cost-efficient engineering and a surge in space-tech startups.…
The CSIR-NIIST is developing an Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship Hub at Thonnackal to promote deep-tech innovation and support start-ups, f…
Justice P. Sam Koshy, addressing a Kamareddy sensitisation programme on 31 January 2026, urged grassroots workers to prevent child marriages and prote…
A coconut trader, P. Mallikharjuna Rao, died in a lorry fire caused by fallen electric cables in Eluru district on Jan 31 2026, exposing serious gaps…
This archive contains 340 current affairs articles from January 2026, curated specifically for UPSC Civil Services Examination preparation. Every article is reviewed for UPSC relevance, categorised by subject area, and mapped to the relevant General Studies paper — giving you structured, revision-ready content.
This month's compilation spans 8 subject categories including defence, economy, environment, and international among 8 total topics. Each category section groups articles by theme, making it easier to revise topic-wise rather than chronologically.
By GS paper distribution, GS2 accounts for 221 articles, GS3 accounts for 96 articles, and GS1 accounts for 23 articles this month. This breakdown helps you identify which GS papers received the most current affairs coverage and prioritise your revision accordingly.
Combine this monthly archive with Vaidra's daily current affairs for comprehensive Prelims and Mains coverage. Each article includes AI-generated key points, UPSC-specific analysis, predicted exam questions, and vocabulary terms to accelerate your preparation.