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Current Affairs 01 January 2026
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Daily Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC (1 January 2025)
1. GRAP was prepared in compliance with whose order?
[A] National Green Tribunal
[B] President
[C] Supreme Court (M.C. Mehta vs. Union of India)
[D] Parliament
Answer: C
2. Where was the maiden test of Pinaka LRGR-120 conducted?
[A] Pokhran
[B] Sriharikota
[C] ITR Chandipur
[D] Balasore
Answer: C
3. What type of rocket is Pinaka LRGR-120?
[A] Based on foreign tech
[B] Indigenous guided rocket
[C] Nuclear rocket
[D] Space launch rocket
Answer: B
4. How many Tsunami Ready villages are recognized by UNESCO-IOC in Odisha?
[A] 12
[B] 18
[C] 24
[D] 30
Answer: C
5. Somaliland shares its boundaries with how many countries?
[A] 2
[B] 3
[C] 4
[D] 5
Answer: B
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1 January 2026 One-liner Current Affairs
1. Narasapuram lace craft belongs to which Indian state? – Andhra Pradesh
2. Under which initiative has Himachal Pradesh started industrial hemp cultivation? – Green to Gold
3. Which of the following is essential for a village to be certified ‘Tsunami Ready’? – Tsunami warning system
4. Ratnamahal Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which district? – Dahod
5. Gujarat is the only Indian state where which three big cat species coexist? – Lion, Leopard, Tiger
Important Current Affairs 01 January 2026
- China recently released footage of the YJ-20 hypersonic anti-ship missile launched from a Type 055 guided missile destroyer. Also known as Eagle Strike-20, this missile was first displayed during China’s Victory Day parade on September 3, 2025. It is designed to target high-value naval assets, like aircraft carriers, at long ranges and features a biconic shape for controlled gliding after boost, helping to shield control surfaces from extreme heat.
- The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the first flight test of the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR-120) at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha. This precision-guided rocket, developed for the Indian Army’s Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS), has a maximum strike range of about 120 kilometers. It was developed by the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE) in collaboration with the Research Centre Imarat (RCI) and the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL).
Conclusion
Current events play a crucial role in preparing for the NDA, CDS, AFCAT, and UPSC exams. Important topics to focus on include international relations, defence advancements, economic growth, space exploration, and environmental issues. Being well-informed about these subjects can significantly boost your performance in competitive exams. Additionally, students can download the Target Defence Academy Mobile App for access to Current Affairs, specifically for January 2026, ensuring they stay updated and ready for their upcoming challenges.
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