Daily Current Affairs Quiz 28th January, 2026, Attempt Important GK Questions

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Daily Current Affairs: 28 January, 2026

Q1. India and the European Union recently reiterated cooperation in the field of nuclear energy under India–Euratom Agreement. What does the term “Euratom” refer to?

(a) A regulatory agency of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) India–Euratom Agreement
(b) The European Atomic Energy Community established under the Treaty of Rome
(c) A joint nuclear research centre of NATO
(d) A bilateral nuclear pact between EU and non-EU countries
(e) The nuclear arm of the European Central Bank

Answer: b

Solution:

• India and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to cooperate on the peaceful uses of nuclear energy under the India–Euratom Agreement.
• Euratom (European Atomic Energy Community) is an international organisation established under the Treaty of Rome in 1957.
• Objective: To create a common market that supports the development of peaceful applications of atomic energy.
• Membership:
  • Original members: Belgium, France, West Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands.
  • Over time, Euratom expanded to include all European Union member states.
• Role in EU Energy: Euratom oversees the European civil nuclear industry, which accounts for nearly 30% of the EU’s energy production.
• Core Functions:
  • Safeguards nuclear materials and technologies
  • Promotes investment, research, and development
  • Ensures equal access to nuclear supplies
  • Oversees safe disposal of nuclear waste and operational safety standards
• Governance:
  • Administered by the European Commission and the Council
  • Operates under the jurisdiction of the European Court of Justice
• Key Instruments:
  • Euratom Supply Agency
  • Nuclear safeguards and research activities
• The EU’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) plays a major role in nuclear research and technological development.

Q2. Recently, in January, 2026, The Union Minister of State for Panchayati Raj has launched PANCHAM – Panchayat Assistance and Messaging Chatbot. PANCHAM has been developed in collaboration with ________, a global organisation working in the field of child welfare and development.

(a) UNESCO
(b) UNDP
(c) UNICEF
(d) WHO
(e) FAO

Answer: c

Solution:

• Recently, the Union Minister of State for Panchayati Raj launched PANCHAM – Panchayat Assistance and Messaging Chatbot.
• It is a digital tool developed in collaboration with UNICEF.
• The initiative aims to empower Panchayat Elected Representatives and Functionaries by supporting them in their day-to-day governance and service delivery functions.
• PANCHAM is designed as a digital companion for Panchayats, offering timely and contextual guidance, simplified workflows, and easy access to information.
• It establishes, for the first time, a direct digital connection between the Government of India and Panchayat representatives and functionaries across the country.
• The platform is integrated with BHASHINI and supports 22 Indian languages, enabling users to interact in their preferred local language.
• Citizens can access PANCHAM through a QR-code-based entry mechanism.
• It promotes faster decision-making, quicker resolution of field-level issues, and stronger feedback loops between grassroots and policy-making levels.
• PANCHAM enables two-way communication, allowing officials to send feedback, ask questions, and flag local issues directly to the Ministry.
• The Ministry can use the platform for direct dissemination of circulars, advisories, key messages, and official updates to Panchayat representatives and functionaries.

Q3. The 4th edition of India Energy Week (IEW) 2026 is being organised as a global platform to deliberate on energy security and sustainable investment. Where is IEW 2026 being held?

(a) New Delhi
(b) Mumbai
(c) Goa
(d) Hyderabad
(e) Chennai

Answer: c

Solution:

• The 4th edition of India Energy Week (IEW) 2026 is being held from 27 to 30 January 2026 in Goa, bringing together global energy leaders, policymakers, industry stakeholders, and investors.
• The event focuses on discussions around energy security, sustainability, and investment opportunities in the global and Indian energy landscape.
• IEW 2026 is being organised under the patronage of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and is expected to emerge as one of the largest energy platforms in the world.
• The platform is built around three core pillars: Energy Security, Catalysing Investment, and Practical Decarbonisation Pathways.
• Unlike many international energy forums, IEW 2026 addresses the entire energy spectrum, including fossil fuels, biofuels, hydrogen, and nuclear energy.
• The exhibition area features 11 zones, with new thematic zones dedicated to Nuclear Energy and Sustainable Aviation Fuel.
• Innovation-focused initiatives such as Avinya 2026 and the Hackathon Challenge 2026 aim to promote startup participation and technological innovation.
• IEW 2026 supports India’s broader national objectives of strengthening energy security, advancing the clean energy transition, and promoting sustainable economic growth.

Q4. The Department of Posts signed an agreement in January 2026 to expand citizen access to regulated capital market services by leveraging its nationwide postal network. Which organisation partnered with India Post for this initiative?

(a) National Stock Exchange (NSE)
(b) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
(c) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
(d) Central Depository Services (India) Ltd. (CDSL)

(e) Stock Holding Services Limited (SSL)

Answer: e

Solution:

• The Department of Posts (DoP) under the Ministry of Communications, Government of India, signed an agreement with Stock Holding Services Limited (SSL) on 27 January 2026.
• The agreement was signed at Dak Bhawan, New Delhi.
• Objective: To promote access to regulated capital market services for citizens across the country.
• The collaboration aims to leverage the nationwide reach and public trust of India Post to encourage greater participation in organized and regulated financial markets.
• India Post Network Strength:
  • Operates over 1.65 lakh post offices across India.
  • Maintains a strong presence in rural and remote areas, enabling financial inclusion for underserved populations.
• The initiative supports the broader goal of expanding financial services, investor awareness, and capital market participation, especially in regions with limited access to formal financial institutions.

Q5. International Data Privacy Day, observed annually, commemorates the signing of a landmark international treaty that laid the foundation for modern data protection laws. Which treaty is associated with this observance?

(a) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
(b) Convention 108
(c) Budapest Convention
(d) Digital Rights Charter
(e) Geneva Data Protocol

Answer: b

Solution:

• International Data Privacy Day is observed on 28 January every year to raise awareness about the protection of personal data and digital privacy in an increasingly connected world.
• The day is also known as Data Protection Day.
• It was designated in 2006 by the Council of Europe to commemorate the signing of Convention 108, the world’s first legally binding international treaty on data protection.
• Data privacy is recognised as a core pillar of responsible digital governance.