National Current Affairs

PARAM SHAKTI Supercomputer Inaugurated at IIT Madras

MeitY inaugurated PARAM SHAKTI, an indigenously built supercomputing facility at IIT Madras on January 3, 2026, powered by PARAM RUDRA system developed by C-DAC under the National Supercomputing Mission. The facility delivers peak performance of 3.1 petaflops, enabling over 3.1 quadrillion calculations per second for advanced research applications. PARAM SHAKTI will support research in aerospace […]

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India’s First Fully Paperless District Court Inaugurated

India’s first fully paperless district court was inaugurated in Kalpetta, Wayanad, Kerala, on January 6, 2026, by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, achieving complete digitization of judicial processes from case filing to judgment using in-house developed systems, AI tools, and digital signatures to enhance efficiency, transparency, and access to justice. Key highlights:

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India Becomes First Country to Commercially Produce Bio-Bitumen

India has achieved a historic global milestone by becoming the first country in the world to commercially produce bio-bitumen for use in road construction, representing a transformative step toward sustainable highways.Announcement made by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari at the CSIR Technology Transfer Ceremony in New Delhi; CSIR (Council of Scientific

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Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Cleared for Service: Know The First Route

Indian Railways has cleared the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train after successful trials and certification, marking a new era in long-distance overnight rail travel. The Guwahati–Kolkata corridor will be the first route, offering high speed (up to 180 kmph), modern sleeper amenities, and affordable fares compared to air travel. Equipped with advanced safety systems like KAVACH,

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India’s First Ever Weapon Database to Curb Terror Launches By Centre

India has launched its first-ever “Lost, Looted and Recovered Firearm” database, unveiled by Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the Anti-Terror Conference 2025, to strengthen the fight against terrorism and organised crime.Developed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), the centralised digital platform will track stolen, lost and recovered government firearms from across states and security

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Santhali Joins the Constitutional Languages as President Launches New Edition

President Droupadi Murmu released the Constitution of India in the Santhali language written in the Ol Chiki script at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 25, 2025. She said it would help Santhali people read and understand the Constitution in their own language and called it a moment of pride.The release coincides with the centenary of the

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PM Modi to Inaugurate Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Lucknow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Lucknow on the 101st birth anniversary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee.Built at a cost of ₹230 crore over 65 acres, the memorial complex features 65-foot bronze statues of Syama Prasad Mookerjee, Deendayal Upadhyaya, and Vajpayee, along with a modern lotus-shaped museum.The project aims to inspire leadership,

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Viksit Bharat G RAM G Bill Passed in Lok Sabha

On 18 December 2025, the Lok Sabha passed the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025, replacing MGNREGA to reform rural employment.The Bill increases guaranteed workdays from 100 to 125, introduces a 60-day agricultural pause, implements state-wise budget caps with a new cost-sharing formula, and emphasizes technology-driven governance

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Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan Inaugurated By President of India

President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated the Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 16, 2025, on Vijay Diwas.The gallery showcases portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees, honoring India’s national heroes for their exceptional valour, courage, and self-sacrifice.The initiative replaces former British ADC portraits, symbolizing a shift toward celebrating India’s military

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Vice-President Releases Commemorative Stamp Honouring Emperor Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan released a commemorative postage stamp honouring Emperor Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar II in New Delhi, highlighting his contributions to temples, irrigation, and Tamil literature, while praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership in promoting Tamil culture, recognising unsung Tamil rulers, and preserving India’s cultural heritage as part of Viksit Bharat @2047. Key highlights:

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