Which public sector telecom company launched nationwide Voice over WiFi (VoWiFi) services on January 1, 2026?
A
Reliance Jio
B
Bharti Airtel
C
BSNL
D
Vodafone Idea
Question 2Single Answer
India aims to roll out Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication technology nationwide by the end of which year?
A
2025
B
2026
C
2027
D
2028
Question 3Single Answer
Which Union Minister released 184 new crop varieties across 25 crops in early January 2026?
A
Dharmendra Pradhan
B
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
C
Amit Shah
D
Rajnath Singh
Question 4Single Answer
Indian scientists developed indigenously 3D-printed Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) under which initiative in January 2026?
A
Mission Mausam
B
Make in India
C
Digital India
D
Atmanirbhar Bharat
Question 5Single Answer
The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 season opener was won by which team against Mumbai Indians?
A
Delhi Capitals
B
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
C
Gujarat Giants
D
UP Warriorz
Question 6Single Answer
The Budget Session of Parliament in 2026 is scheduled to begin on which date?
A
January 15
B
January 28
C
February 1
D
February 15
Question 7Single Answer
U.S. ambassador-designate to India, Sergio Gor, arrived in India on January 9, 2026, amid tensions primarily over which issue?
A
Defence cooperation
B
Trade relations
C
Climate change
D
Immigration policy
Question 8Single Answer
Which country was appointed as the Guest of Honour at the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026?
A
Russia
B
Qatar
C
UAE
D
Japan
Question 9Single Answer
Tarique Rahman was appointed as the chairman of which political party in January 2026?
A
Awami League
B
Jamaat-e-Islami
C
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)
D
Jatiya Party
Question 10Single Answer
The Union Budget 2026 is confirmed to be presented on which date?
A
January 28
B
February 1
C
February 15
D
March 1
Question 11Single Answer
Which initiative saw the launch of projects worth Rs. 235 crores in Tamil Nadu ports in early January 2026?
A
Sagarmala
B
Viksit Bharat, Viksit Ports
C
Bharatmala
D
UDAN
Question 12Single Answer
India's foreign exchange reserves declined by approximately how much in the week ending early January 2026?
A
USD 5 billion
B
USD 9.8 billion
C
USD 15 billion
D
USD 20 billion
Question 13Single Answer
What is the main focus theme of World Hindi Day 2026 celebrations?
A
Hindi in Education
B
Hindi from Traditional Knowledge to Artificial Intelligence
C
Hindi in Literature Only
D
Hindi as Official Language
Question 14Single Answer
The 72nd National Volleyball Tournament was virtually inaugurated in early January 2026 in which state, with mascots 'Nandu' and 'Neera'?
A
Maharashtra
B
Uttar Pradesh
C
Punjab
D
Tamil Nadu
Question 15Single Answer
In early January 2026, India reiterated its longstanding territorial claim over which valley in diplomatic statements?
A
Aksai Chin
B
Shaksgam Valley
C
Siachen Glacier
D
Arunachal Pradesh sector
Question 16Single Answer
Which major women's cricket league had its 2026 season opener in early January, marking an earlier-than-usual schedule shift?
A
IPL Women
B
Women's Premier League (WPL)
C
Big Bash League Women
D
The Hundred Women
Question 17Single Answer
Which new system was virtually inaugurated in January 2026 by the Union Home Minister to improve tracking and data management related to improvised explosive devices?
A
National Crime Database
B
National IED Data Management System (NIDMS)
C
Cyber Crime Portal
D
Border Surveillance System
Question 18Single Answer
On January 1, 2026, India and Pakistan exchanged lists of which two categories as part of their bilateral agreement?
A
Trade Goods and Investments
B
Nuclear Installations and Prisoners
C
Border Posts and Military Bases
D
Cultural Heritage Sites
Question 19Single Answer
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) introduced which new resident-facing mascot in January 2026 to make Aadhaar services more approachable?
A
Aadhaar Tiger
B
Udai
C
Bharat
D
Digi Dost
Question 20Single Answer
The revival of the 5th season of which popular professional sports league was announced for January 2026?
A
Indian Super League
B
Pro Wrestling League (PWL)
C
Premier Badminton League
D
Hockey India League
Question 21Single Answer
With a record production of 150.18 million tonnes in 2024β25, India became the world's largest producer of which crop, surpassing China?
A
Wheat
B
Rice
C
Pulses
D
Sugarcane
Question 22Single Answer
The High Powered Committee (HPc) set up by the Ministry of Home Affairs to address concerns of the people of Ladakh is scheduled to convene again in which period of January 2026?
A
First week
B
Second week
C
Last part
D
Not scheduled in January
Question 23Single Answer
Which countryβs Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, arrived in Ahmedabad on January 12, 2026, for his first official visit to India?
A
France
B
Germany
C
USA
D
UK
Question 24Single Answer
On January 12, 2026, India won the first ODI against which team at the Baroda Cricket Association Stadium?
A
Australia
B
England
C
New Zealand
D
South Africa
Question 25Single Answer
What new services did India Post launch nationwide on January 12, 2026, for time-bound delivery?
A
Speed Post 12 and Speed Post 36
B
Speed Post 24 and Speed Post 48
C
Express Post 1 and Express Post 2
D
Priority Post 24 and Priority Post 72
Question 26Single Answer
Which day is observed on January 12 every year in India, commemorating Swami Vivekanandaβs birth anniversary?
A
National Education Day
B
National Youth Day
C
National Sports Day
D
National Science Day
Question 27Single Answer
Which state extended winter school holidays due to severe cold and fog, keeping schools closed until January 13, 2026?
A
Rajasthan
B
Punjab
C
Delhi
D
Uttar Pradesh
Question 28Single Answer
What was the major focus of discussions when German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met Indian leaders on January 12, 2026?
A
Ariha Shah child custody case along with bilateral
B
tiesTrade deals only
C
Climate change exclusively
D
Defence purchases
Question 29Single Answer
Which Indian boxers won gold medals at the National Boxing Championships around January 12, 2026?
A
Mary Kom and Sarita Devi
B
Lovlina Borgohain and Nikhat Zareen
C
Pooja Rani and Saweety Boora
D
Simranjit Kaur and Manju Rani
Question 30Single Answer
What promotional event related to football occurred in India around January 12, 2026?
A
FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers
B
Indian Super League final
C
FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy unveiled during a three-day tour
D
SAFF Championship
Question 31Single Answer
Which initiative crossed 4 crore registrations by January 2026, setting a new milestone?
A
Ayushman Bharat
B
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026
C
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
D
Digital India
Question 32Single Answer
Which international unrest was reported with over 500 deaths by January 11, 2026?
A
Ukraine conflict
B
Protests in Iran
C
Venezuela crisis
D
Gaza situation
Question 33Single Answer
What is the name of the new supercomputer launched by IIT Madras on January 12, 2026?
A
Param Siddhi
B
Param Shakti
C
Param Yuva
D
Param Brahma
Question 34Single Answer
Which state topped the medal tally at the Khelo India Beach Games 2026 held in Diu?
A
Gujarat
B
Tamil Nadu
C
Maharashtra
D
Kerala
Question 35Single Answer
What major bilateral issue was highlighted during the German Chancellorβs visit to India on January 12, 2026?
A
Trade imbalance
B
Human rights case of Ariha Shah
C
Nuclear deal
D
Border dispute
Question 36Single Answer
Which platform completed its 50th meeting by January 2026, focusing on citizen-centric governance?
A
PRAGATI
B
NITI Aayog
C
GST Council
D
NCORD
Question 37Single Answer
Which event was inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on January 12, 2026?
A
9th Apex-Level Meeting of NCORD
B
New NSG facility
C
Cyber Security Summit
D
Border Security Conference
Question 38Single Answer
Which global football club won the Spanish Super Cup on the weekend before January 12, 2026?
A
Real Madrid
B
Barcelona
C
Atletico Madrid
D
Sevilla
Question 39Single Answer
What new initiative did the Punjab government launch for students preparing for competitive exams like JEE?
A
Mission Vidya
B
Mission Pragati
C
Mission Udaan
D
Mission Success
Question 40Single Answer
Which ministry launched the District-Led Textiles Transformation (DLTT) initiative around January 2026?
A
Ministry of Commerce
B
Ministry of Textiles
C
Ministry of MSME
D
Ministry of Labour
Question 41Single Answer
What was reported about flying objects crossing into Indian territory from Pakistan around January 12, 2026?
A
Drones hovering briefly
B
Fighter jets
C
Balloons
D
Missiles
Question 42Single Answer
Which city hosted the 47th National Junior Boys Handball Championship starting around January 12, 2026?
A
Mumbai
B
Delhi
C
Kolkata
D
Hyderabad
Question 43Single Answer
What milestone did Pariksha Pe Charcha achieve by January 2026?
A
2 crore registrations
B
4 crore registrations
C
5 crore registrations
D
10 crore registrations
Question 44Single Answer
Which international figure warned of targeting US troops and Israel amid protests?
A
Iranian parliament speaker
B
Venezuelan leader
C
Chinese official
D
Russian president
Question 45Single Answer
What was the name of the book about President Draupadi Murmu released by a sanitation worker in Visakhapatnam?
A
From Struggle to Success
B
Title symbolizing rise from hardship
C
Tribal President
D
Inspiration Murmu
Question 46Single Answer
Which stateβs schools remained closed for extended winter vacation including around Sankranti in January 2026?
A
Punjab
B
Andhra Pradesh
C
Both A and B
D
Delhi only
Question 47Single Answer
On which date is Indian Army Day celebrated every year?
A
January 14
B
January 15
C
January 26
D
October 15
Question 48Single Answer
Who was appointed as the new chief of the Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) in January 2026?
A
Praveen Kumar
B
Shatrujeet Singh Kapoor
C
K.M. Cariappa
D
Anup Kumar Saha
Question 49Single Answer
India will assume the BRICS presidency in which year?
A
2025
B
2026
C
2027
D
2028
Question 50Single Answer
Which country currently holds the BRICS membership count at 10 (as of January 2026)?
A
8
B
9
C
10
D
11
Current Affairs
Question 51Single Answer
The Supreme Court was scheduled to hear an appeal related to the certification of which Tamil film on January 15, 2026?
A
Leo
B
Jana Nayagan (Vijay-starrer)
C
Ponniyin Selvan
D
Jailer
Question 52Single Answer
Where was the match played?
A
Mumbai
B
Niranjan Shah Stadium
C
Chennai
D
Delhi
Question 53Single Answer
Which bank launched India's first solar-powered ATM van in January 2026?
A
State Bank of India
B
Tripura Gramin Bank
C
Punjab National Bank
D
Kotak Mahindra Bank
Question 54Single Answer
The Henley Passport Index in January 2026 showed India's passport climbing how many places?
A
3
B
5
C
7
D
10
Question 55Single Answer
Which important day is observed on January 15 internationally as a celebration of headwear?
A
National Hat Day
B
National Bagel Day
C
Humanitarian Day
D
National Fresh Squeezed Juice Day
Question 56Single Answer
Who among the following cast their votes and urged citizens to participate in the Maharashtra municipal elections on January 15, 2026?
A
Virat Kohli
B
Sachin Tendulkar
C
MS Dhoni
D
Rohit Sharma
Question 57Single Answer
Which force's Director General was changed with Praveen Kumar's appointment in January 2026?
A
ITBP
B
BSF
C
CRPF
D
CISF
Question 58Single Answer
In January 2026, the Gujarat government intensified which campaign ahead of Uttarayan festival?
A
Save Water Abhiyan
B
Karuna Abhiyan (wildlife protection)
C
Clean Air Campaign
D
Tree Plantation Drive
Question 59Single Answer
The National Campaign on Entrepreneurship under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana focuses on:
A
Urban youth
B
Rural women
C
Tech startups
D
Fishermen communities
Question 60Single Answer
Which rare disease treatment was approved by the US FDA in early 2026?
A
Zycubo for Menkes disease
B
Vaccine for dengue
C
Gene therapy for cancer
D
Insulin for diabetes
Question 61Single Answer
Which organization launched the Responsible Nations Index (to be released on January 19, 2026)?
A
United Nations
B
World Intellectual Foundation
C
World Bank
D
IMF
Question 62Single Answer
In January 2026, dense fog warnings were issued for parts of which regions till January 16?
A
South India
B
North India (Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi)
C
Northeast India
D
Western Ghats
Question 63Single Answer
Anup Kumar Saha was appointed as whole-time director of which bank in January 2026?
A
HDFC Bank
B
Kotak Mahindra Bank
C
ICICI Bank
D
Axis Bank
Question 64Single Answer
Which of the following is NOT one of the holidays observed on January 15, 2026?
A
National Bagel Day
B
National Hat Day
C
World Health Day
D
Humanitarian Day
Question 65Single Answer
The 58th Senior National Kho Kho championship was held in which state (around January 11β15, 2026)?
A
Haryana
B
Telangana (Kazipet)
C
Kerala
D
Punjab
Question 66Single Answer
Which global group celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2026?
A
G20
B
BRICS
C
QUAD
D
ASEAN
Question 67Single Answer
Which wildlife protection measure was highlighted on Army Day 2026?
A
Tiger conservation
B
India's missile strength display
C
Bird protection during Uttarayan
D
Elephant corridors
Question 68Single Answer
The Supreme Court hearing on January 15, 2026, involved which justice as the head?
A
Justice DY Chandrachud
B
Justice Dipankar Datta
C
Justice NV Ramana
D
Justice UU Lalit
Question 69Single Answer
Which international airport did India agree to study for management assistance in January 2026?
A
Hanimaadhoo International Airport (Maldives)
B
Tribhuvan Airport (Nepal)
C
Paro Airport (Bhutan)
D
Bandaranaike Airport (Sri Lank
Question 70Single Answer
Who among the following are the chief guests for India's 77th Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2026?
A
French President and First Lady
B
US President Donald Trump
C
Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa
D
Japanese Prime Minister
Question 71Single Answer
On which date is National Startup Day observed in India in 2026?
A
January 14
B
January 16
C
January 15
D
January 26
Question 72Single Answer
Which paramilitary force's Director General appointment was announced as Shatrujeet Singh Kapoor in January 2026?
A
Border Security Force (BSF)
B
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
C
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
D
Sashastra Seema Bal
Question 73Single Answer
What caused flight rerouting for Air India and IndiGo in mid-January 2026?
A
Closure of Iranian airspace
B
Bad weather in Europe
C
Strike by pilots
D
Technical issues
Question 74Single Answer
Which Indian badminton player remained the lone Indian in the singles draw at India Open Super 750 in January 2026?
A
Lakshya Sen
B
PV Sindhu
C
HS Prannoy
D
Kidambi Srikanth
Question 75Single Answer
Which paramilitary force is the largest border guarding force in India?
A
ITBP
B
CRPF
C
BSF
D
CISF
Question 76Single Answer
Which country hosted top EU leaders as part of Republic Day preparations in 2026?
A
Japan
B
India
C
France
D
USA
Question 77Single Answer
What was the reported voter turnout in Maharashtra Municipal Corporation elections 2026?
A
46-50%
B
70-75%
C
60-65%
D
80-85%
Question 78Single Answer
Which festival or event contributed to school holidays on January 16, 2026, in some states?
A
Post-Magh Bihu gatherings
B
Pongal
C
Republic Day
D
Makar Sankranti
Question 79Single Answer
What landmark defence deal was India nearing with France in January 2026?
A
Rafale Marine jets
B
Mirage upgrade
C
Scorpene submarines
D
Domestic production of Rafale fighter jets
Question 80Single Answer
Which city experienced a bird dropping incident disrupting a badminton match at India Open 2026?
A
Bengaluru
B
New Delhi
C
Hyderabad
D
Mumbai
Question 81Single Answer
What is the primary reason for many school closures in North India on January 16, 2026?
A
Festival celebrations
B
Severe cold wave and fog
C
Elections
D
Teacher training
Question 82Single Answer
Who was appointed as the new Director General of Border Security Force in January 2026?
A
Shatrujeet Singh Kapoor
B
Praveen Kumar
C
A senior IPS from Haryana
D
None of the above
Question 83Single Answer
Which global organization's leaders are co-chairing the India-EU Summit in late January 2026?
A
UN
B
Quad
C
ASEAN
D
European Council and Commission
Question 84Single Answer
What major geopolitical tension influenced travel advisories from India, US, and UK in January 2026?
A
South China Sea dispute
B
Taiwan issue
C
Ukraine conflict
D
Situation in the Middle East (including Israel/Iran)
Question 85Single Answer
Which Indian company launched an affordable Chetak e-scooter at Rs 91,399 in January 2026?
A
Ola Electric
B
Bajaj
C
Ather
D
Hero Electric
Question 86Single Answer
What is the focus of the 75 Grand Challenges unveiled on National Startup Day 2026?
A
Agriculture only
B
Space exploration
C
Manufacturing, technology, and services
D
Tourism
Question 87Single Answer
Which event disrupted play during the India Open badminton tournament in January 2026?
A
Power failure
B
Protest
C
Rain
D
Bird dropping on court
Question 88Single Answer
What is the significance of EU leaders attending Republic Day 2026?
A
Cultural exchange only
B
Military alliance
C
Climate summit
D
Strengthening Free Trade Agreement talks
Question 89Single Answer
Which force guards India's high-altitude Himalayan borders?
A
BSF
B
Assam Rifles
C
CRPF
D
ITBP
Question 90Single Answer
What caused concerns among farmers in January 2026?
A
New farm laws
B
Export ban
C
Monsoon failure
D
Unimplemented 2026 Budget farm promises
Question 91Single Answer
Which country's airspace closure affected Indian airlines in mid-January 2026?
A
Pakistan
B
Iran
C
China
D
Afghanistan
Question 92Single Answer
What is the expected value of the proposed Rafale deal in 2026?
A
3.25 lakh crore
B
1 lakh crore
C
5 lakh crore
D
10 lakh crore
Question 93Single Answer
Which state/UT extended school winter vacation until January 17, 2026, due to cold wave?
A
Rajasthan
B
Chandigarh
C
Tamil Nadu
D
Kerala
Question 94Single Answer
When is the India-EU Summit scheduled in relation to Republic Day 2026?
A
January 25
B
January 26
C
January 28
D
January 27
Question 95Single Answer
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train on January 17, 2026, from which location in West Bengal?
A
Howrah
B
Malda Town
C
New Jalpaiguri
D
Guwahati
Question 96Single Answer
The first Vande Bharat Sleeper train flagged off on January 17, 2026, connects which two major cities?
A
Delhi-Mumbai
B
Mumbai-Ahmedabad
C
Chennai-Bengaluru
D
Howrah-Guwahati
Question 97Single Answer
How many coaches does the Vande Bharat Sleeper train (launched January 17, 2026) have, with a total passenger capacity of 823?
A
12
B
14
C
16
D
18
Question 98Single Answer
On January 17, 2026, PM Modi participated in which cultural event in Guwahati, Assam, featuring over 10,000 Bodo artists performing a synchronized folk dance?
A
Bihu Mahotsav
B
Bagurumba Dwhou 2026
C
Jhumoir Binandini
D
Hornbill Festival
Question 99Single Answer
During his January 17-18, 2026 visit to Assam, PM Modi performed the bhoomi pujan for which major wildlife infrastructure project worth ~?6,950 crore?
A
Manas Tiger Reserve Corridor
B
Nameri Eco-Bridge
C
Kaziranga Elevated Corridor
D
Orang National Park Flyover
Question 100Single Answer
PM Modi virtually flagged off how many new Amrit Bharat Express trains during his January 17-18, 2026 programs in Assam and West Bengal?