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Current Affairs 08 January 2026

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC (8 January 2025)
1. Where will the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony be held?
[A] Tokyo, Japan
[B] Milan, Italy
[C] Los Angeles, USA
[D] Montreal, Canada
Answer: B
2. The 2026 PDC World Darts Championship final was played at which venue?
[A] Madison Square Garden
[B] Alexandra Palace
[C] O2 Arena
[D] Wembley Stadium
Answer: B
3. Which government department relaxed rules to boost deep-tech startups?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] DSIR
[C] RBI
[D] ISRO
Answer: B
4. Which country faced a severe heatwave with temperatures above 40°C (Jan 7, 2026)?
[A] India
[B] Australia
[C] USA
[D] Brazil
Answer: B
5. Radio Sangam was launched in which Union Territory?
[A] Ladakh
[B] Delhi
[C] Jammu & Kashmir
[D] Puducherry
Answer: C
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8 January 2026 One-liner Current Affairs
1. Which of the following has launched a global initiative to become the world’s first multinational IIT? – IIT Madras
2. Which of the following teams won the men’s title at the 44th Junior National Kho Kho Championship held in Bengaluru? – Karnataka
3. Which major cultural fair runs Jan 10–18, 2026 at Pragati Maidan? – New Delhi World Book Fair
4. Which platform was upgraded in January 2026 to provide unified access to government welfare schemes? – UMANG App
5. ISRO’s 2026 mission XPoSat is related to the study of: – X-ray Polarisation
Important Current Affairs 08 January 2026
- The government recently announced relaxations for deep-tech startups seeking recognition under the Industrial Research and Development Promotion Program (IRDPP). Managed by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), this program supports research in Engineering, Environmental Science, Natural Sciences, Agriculture, Medicine, and Social Sciences, with funding and recognition provided by the DSIR.
- The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed a portable desalination device called the Sea Water Desalination System (SWaDeS) to provide drinking water for soldiers in remote conditions. It can be operated manually or with an engine and was created by the Defence Laboratory in Jodhpur for Tri-command services. The manual version is lightweight, supporting 10–12 personnel in emergencies, and is suitable for naval operations and saline regions like Pangong Tso in Ladakh.
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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