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13th January, 2026 Current Affairs (Daily GK Update) |

National News

25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2025-26 Concludes Grandly at Paradip Port

The 25th All India Major Port Cultural Meet 2025–26 concluded at Paradip Port, bringing together nearly 200 artistes from 9 major ports for four days of vibrant cultural competitions in music, dance, and drama.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority emerged as Overall Champion, while Paradip Port artistes also earned several awards.
The event celebrated artistic talent, fostered inter-port camaraderie, and highlighted the role of cultural exchange in promoting unity and national integration within India’s port community.

State News

Andhra Pradesh Clears Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport to Boost Nellore’s Connectivity

The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has approved the Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport in Nellore district. It will be the state’s eighth airport. The project has MoCA clearance and will be developed through PPP.
Phase-1 capacity is 1.4 million passengers annually, scalable to 15 million. Its proximity to ports, highways, and industrial clusters will reduce logistics costs, attract investment, create jobs, and strengthen Andhra Pradesh’s aviation-led economic growth.

Chhattisgarh Leads Big States in APAAR ID Creation for Students

Chhattisgarh has emerged as the leading large state in APAAR ID generation, achieving nearly 89% coverage by early January 2026 through strong administrative coordination.
The initiative provides students with a permanent digital academic identity, enabling secure record storage, academic mobility, and improved governance, and reflects the state’s effective implementation of India’s digital education reforms ahead of the national deadline.

International News

India-Germany Joint Statement 2026: Strengthening a Future-Ready Strategic Partnership

India and Germany strengthened strategic ties in January 2026. Defence cooperation expanded through joint exercises and industrial collaboration. Trade crossed USD 50 billion and investment was encouraged. Climate action under GSDP gained momentum.
Green hydrogen and renewables were prioritised. Technology, AI and semiconductors saw new partnerships. Indo-Pacific cooperation was reaffirmed. UNSC reforms were supported.
People-to-people ties improved with visa-free transit. Education and skilling initiatives were launched. Sustainable development remained central.

India and Germany Strengthen Ties in Postal and Logistics Services

India and Germany have strengthened cooperation in postal and logistics services through two key agreements.
The partnership focuses on cross-border e-commerce and time-definite international deliveries.
India Post and Deutsche Post–DHL Group will launch premium express services.
The initiative supports MSMEs and exporters. It improves transit time, reliability, and tracking.
The collaboration promotes digitalisation and green logistics.
It reflects shared commitment to trade growth. The agreement will enhance India’s global logistics integration and export competitiveness.

India Unveils Logo and Website for BRICS Presidency 2026

India has officially begun preparations for its BRICS Presidency 2026 by launching the official logo and dedicated website, signalling a people-centric and inclusive approach.
With the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” India aims to strengthen cooperation among emerging economies, promote shared development, and enhance BRICS’ role in addressing global challenges as the grouping completes 20 years.

Banking News

RBI Notifies New Foreign Exchange Management (Guarantees) Regulations, 2026

The RBI has notified the Foreign Exchange Management (Guarantees) Regulations, 2026 to regulate guarantees involving non-residents.
The rules mandate detailed reporting by authorised dealer banks. Earlier circulars have been withdrawn.
Quarterly trade credit reporting has been discontinued. Several FEMA master directions have been amended for consistency.
The regulations aim to enhance transparency, simplify compliance, and strengthen oversight of cross-border guarantees. This marks an important step in modernising India’s foreign exchange regulatory framework.

Economy News

India’s CPI 2012 Series Ends as New 2024 Base Begins

India has concluded the CPI inflation series with 2012 as the base year. The NSO released the final data for December 2025. Inflation peaked at 11.16% in 2013 and fell to a low of 0.25% in 2025.
Rural inflation was higher earlier, but urban inflation dominated in 2025. Food inflation was highly volatile. A new CPI series with 2024 as base will begin next month.

India’s Retail Inflation Touches 3 Month High in December 2025

India’s retail inflation rose to a three-month high of 1.33% in December 2025 as food price deflation eased and core inflation pressures firmed up, according to NSO data.
While inflation remains well below the RBI’s 4% target, higher urban and rural price pressures, along with rising precious metal prices, signal a gradual normalisation of inflation and warrant close monitoring by policymakers.

India’s Direct Tax Collections Rise Strongly, Reflecting Economic Resilience

India’s net direct tax collections rose by 8.82% to ₹18.38 lakh crore in the current financial year, reflecting improved compliance, stable corporate earnings and rising individual incomes.
Growth in both corporate and non-corporate taxes, along with lower refunds, highlights the resilience of the Indian economy and strengthens the government’s fiscal position.

Business News

Ola Electric Enters Home Energy Space with ‘Shakti’ Battery System

Ola Electric has entered the home energy market by launching ‘Shakti’, a residential battery energy storage system manufactured at its Tamil Nadu Gigafactory, marking its expansion beyond electric vehicles.
Designed for homes, farms and small businesses, Shakti offers multiple configurations, fast charging and durable, weather-resistant batteries, supporting India’s push for clean, decentralized and reliable energy solutions.

Appointments News

Meta Names Former Trump Adviser Dina Powell McCormick as President and Vice Chairman

Meta has appointed former Trump adviser Dina Powell McCormick as its President and Vice Chairman, strengthening its top leadership amid aggressive expansion in artificial intelligence and global investments.
The move underscores Meta’s focus on strategic execution, policy engagement, and corporate governance, while also reflecting the evolving relationship between
Big Tech and US political leadership at a time of heightened regulatory and technological change.

Nissan Strengthens India Leadership, Appoints Thierry Sabbagh as President

Nissan has appointed Thierry Sabbagh as President for India, expanding his regional role under the Re:Nissan transformation plan.
The move highlights India’s strategic importance, with Sabbagh overseeing upcoming launches of three new models and driving operational efficiency, customer focus, and accelerated growth in line with Nissan’s global turnaround strategy.

Agreements News

ICAR and NDDB Forge Strategic Alliance to Strengthen Dairy Research

ICAR and NDDB signed an MoU in January 2026. The partnership focuses on dairy research and extension. Farmers remain the central beneficiaries. Scientific expertise will link with field experience.
Productivity and sustainability will improve. Climate resilience is prioritised.
Training and capacity building are key. Value chains will be strengthened. Modern technologies will be adopted.
Scalable models will be developed. The goal aligns with Viksit Bharat.

Sports News

National Sports Governance Rules 2026 Notified to Reform Sports Administration

India has notified the National Sports Governance Rules, 2026 to strengthen sports administration. The rules mandate athlete and women representation in sports bodies.
They define eligibility, election procedures, and disqualifications. At least four sportspersons of outstanding merit must be included, with half being women. Executive Committees must have women members.
Transparent elections are ensured through a national panel. The reform marks a shift to statutory, accountable, and athlete-centric sports governance in India.

Summits & Conferences News

India to Host 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth

India will host the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) in New Delhi from 15–16 January 2026, bringing together parliamentary leaders from over 60 Commonwealth countries.
Chaired by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the conference will focus on strengthening parliamentary democracy, with key discussions on artificial intelligence, social media, and best legislative practices, reinforcing India’s role as a global leader in democratic governance.

Science & Technology News

Jio to Launch People-First AI Platform for India and the World

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced that Jio will soon launch a people-first AI platform aimed at making artificial intelligence affordable and accessible to every Indian in local languages and on personal devices.
Supported by India’s largest AI-ready data centre being built at Jamnagar, the initiative positions Gujarat as a hub for AI-driven growth and reflects Reliance’s broader push for digital inclusion, innovation, and large-scale technology infrastructure.

Important Days News

Lohri 2026: Meaning, Traditions and Cultural Significance

Lohri is a traditional winter harvest festival celebrated mainly in North India, marking the end of winter and the beginning of longer, warmer days.
Observed on 13 January 2026, it reflects agricultural gratitude, community bonding, and cultural heritage through bonfires, folk songs, dances, and seasonal foods, symbolising warmth, prosperity, and new beginnings.