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EU-India FTA: India and the European Union have concluded negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), set to be officially announced during the EU-India summit. This concludes a process first launched in 2007. [Economy]
Ashoka Chakra: President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Ashoka Chakra, India’s highest peacetime gallantry award, on Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla. He is recognized for being the first Indian to set foot on the International Space Station. [Awards]
Operation Sindoor: A major theme of the 77th Republic Day parade was India’s success in “Operation Sindoor,” a May 2025 military conflict with Pakistan. The Indian Air Force’s use of Rafale, Su-30 MKI, and MiG-29 in ‘spearhead’ formation symbolized this operation. [Defence]
International Solar Alliance (ISA): The United States has announced its withdrawal from the ISA, an India-headquartered body founded in 2015. India and France remain the joint leaders of this 120-member alliance. [International Summits]
Vande Mataram 150th Anniversary: The 2026 Republic Day celebrations marked the 150th year of the composition of the National Song, Vande Mataram. A dedicated tableau by the Union Culture Ministry traced the song’s journey across generations. [History & Culture]
UGC Equity Regulations 2026: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has notified new regulations for promoting equity in higher education, updating its 2012 rules. The new rules define “caste-based discrimination” specifically against SC, ST, and OBC members. [Government Schemes/Regulations]
Mark Carney: The Canadian Prime Minister is expected to visit India in March 2026 to sign deals on energy, minerals, and AI. He recently denied plans for a Free Trade Agreement with China following U.S. tariff threats. [International Relations]
Bhairav Battalion: A newly raised specialized assault infantry unit named the Bhairav Battalion made its debut at the 77th Republic Day parade. [Defence]
GSDP Growth Rankings: Meghalaya has emerged as the second fastest-growing State in India with a real GSDP growth of 9.66% in 2025. Tamil Nadu remains the fastest-growing state. [Economy]
Shafi Shauq: A 75-year-old Kashmiri poet and linguist nominated for the Padma Shri award for 2026. He has authored and translated over 100 books, including English classics into Kashmiri. [Awards/Appointments]
Census 2027: The methodology for the upcoming 16th Census—the first in independent India to count castes beyond SC/ST—is expected to be finalized by July 2026. The Houselisting and Housing Census (HLO) phase will begin in April 2026. [Government/Polity]
Gig Workers’ Welfare Board: The Karnataka government is forming a Gig Workers’ Welfare Board and plans to levy a 1% to 1.5% welfare fee on aggregator platforms. [Government Schemes]
Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani: Elected as the new President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). He succeeds Randhir Singh of India, who stepped down for health reasons. [Appointments/Sports]
Hockey India League (HIL): Vedanta Kalinga Lancers clinched the HIL title by defeating Ranchi Royals 3-2 in the final. Amandeep Lakra was named the Player-of-the-Tournament. [Sports]
Convention against Cybercrime: A new UN multilateral criminal justice instrument recently held its signing ceremony; however, India, the U.S., and Japan were among the major states that did not sign. [International Summits]
Results
#1. India recently concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with which entity?
#2. Who was awarded the Ashoka Chakra during the 77th Republic Day celebrations?
#3. ‘Operation Sindoor,’ a theme at the 2026 Republic Day parade, is related to which wing
#4. Which country has announced its withdrawal from the International Solar Alliance (ISA)?
#5. The 2026 Republic Day marked the 150th anniversary of which of the following?
#6. Which organization notified the ‘Equity Regulations 2026’ for higher education?
#7. Mark Carney, scheduled to visit India for energy and AI deals, is the PM of:
#8. Which specialized assault unit debuted at the 77th Republic Day parade?
#9. Which state is the second fastest-growing in India with a 9.66% GSDP growth?
#10. Shafi Shauq, nominated for Padma Shri 2026, is a noted poet in which language?
#11. The Houselisting phase of the 16th Census of India will begin in:
#12. Which state is forming a ‘Gig Workers’ Welfare Board’ with a dedicated welfare fee?
#13. Who is the newly elected President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA)?
#14. Which team won the 2026 Hockey India League (HIL) title?
#15. India recently abstained from signing a UN instrument related to which crime?
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