📊 Index & Rankings
The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) released the ICJS 2.0 rankings, which evaluate states on digital policing efficiency.
| Rank | State Police | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uttarakhand Police | 93.46 |
| 2 | Haryana Police | 93.41 |
| 3 | Assam Police | 93.16 |
The Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) integrates police, judiciary, prisons, forensic units, and prosecution agencies. It promotes the principle of “One Data, One Entry” to enable speedy and seamless justice delivery.
🇮🇳 National News
The Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, inaugurated the country’s first completely paperless district court on January 6, 2026.
- Location – Kalpetta, Wayanad district of Kerala
- Developer – Developed in-house by the Kerala High Court
The system incorporates advanced technologies including Artificial Intelligence tools, digital signatures, voice-to-text transcription, and automated case summarisation.
The initiative aims to minimise case pendency, reduce paperwork, and lower litigation-related expenses, ensuring faster justice delivery.
The All-India Tiger Estimation 2026 commenced with the first phase launched at Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu.
- Method – Line transect method for scientific wildlife sampling
- Coverage – Tiger populations, prey species, bird diversity, and vegetation analysis
- Frequency – Conducted once every four years
India conducts the world’s largest wildlife survey for tigers, using camera traps and scientific sampling methods to monitor the health of tiger populations across the country.
Tamil Nadu launched India’s first Deep-Tech Startup Policy, setting a national benchmark. The policy was officially unveiled during the Umagine Conference in Chennai.
- Funding – ₹100 crore earmarked to support 100 deep-tech startups
- Priority Sectors – Artificial Intelligence, semiconductors, biotechnology, and space technology
- Objective – Translate academic research and innovation into globally competitive products
Deep-tech startups focus on scientific discoveries and engineering innovations that require substantial R&D, longer development cycles, and significant capital investment.
The Somnath Swabhiman Parv was celebrated in Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, commemorating 1,000 years since the first historical attack on the Somnath Temple.
- Initiative By – Conceptualised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- Significance – Highlighted India’s cultural resilience, civilisational pride, and the enduring legacy of Sanatan heritage
The Somnath Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and has been destroyed and rebuilt several times throughout history, symbolising India’s spiritual resilience.
The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) embarked on a Long-Range Training Deployment as part of the 110th Integrated Officers’ Training Course (IOTC).
- Naval Vessels – INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarathi
- Port Visits – Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand
The deployment strengthens India’s Act East Policy and enhances Indo-Pacific maritime cooperation, reinforcing India’s naval presence in the region.
India launched Mission Sudarshan Chakra to modernise its air defence capabilities with a focus on countering hostile drones and aerial threats.
- Timeline – Completion expected by 2035
- Integration – Joint Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems Grid across all three armed forces
- Technologies – Both soft-kill and hard-kill technologies will be deployed
Soft-kill methods disable drones through electronic jamming or cyber attacks, while hard-kill methods physically destroy targets using missiles or directed energy weapons.
Indian Railways announced the 70th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar, with 100 officers and employees selected for the honour.
- Ceremony Date – January 9, 2026
- Venue – Yashobhoomi, New Delhi
- Presented By – Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
The recognition celebrates innovation, bravery, and excellence in railway safety among railway personnel.
Renowned Indian middle-distance runner Jinson Johnson announced his retirement at the age of 34.
Gold Medal – 1500 metres at the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta
National Record – Broke a 42-year-old record in 800 metres (2018)
National Record – 1500 metres at the Commonwealth Games
His career leaves a lasting impact on Indian middle-distance athletics, inspiring a new generation of runners.
💼 Business & Economy
The Reserve Bank of India cancelled the registration of 35 Non-Banking Financial Companies in January 2026 due to regulatory non-compliance. Additionally, 16 NBFCs voluntarily surrendered their Certificates of Registration (CoR).
- Legal Basis – Action taken under Section 45-IA(6) of the RBI Act, 1934
- Geographic Focus – Significant number of affected NBFCs were based in the Delhi-NCR region
The move aims to strengthen financial stability and protect consumer interests by removing non-compliant entities from the financial system.
The National Statistics Office (NSO) published the First Advance Estimates (FAE) of GDP for FY 2025–26 in January 2026.
| Indicator | FY 2025-26 | FY 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|
| Real GDP Growth | 7.4% | 6.5% |
| Nominal GDP Growth | 8.0% | — |
| Implied Inflation | ~0.6% | — |
Sectoral Performance: The tertiary (services) sector recorded the highest growth at 9.1%, while agriculture grew at 2.7%.
These estimates serve as crucial input for RBI’s monetary policy, government budgeting, and investor confidence.
🌐 International News
Fatima Al Awadhi, aged 18, became the youngest Arab to summit Mount Vinson in Antarctica on January 6, 2026.
- Mountain Height – 4,892 metres (highest peak in Antarctica)
- Challenge – Part of her Seven Summits Challenge
- Dedication – Achievement dedicated to the leadership of the United Arab Emirates
The Seven Summits Challenge involves climbing the highest peak on each of the seven continents: Everest (Asia), Aconcagua (South America), Denali (North America), Kilimanjaro (Africa), Elbrus (Europe), Vinson (Antarctica), and Puncak Jaya/Kosciuszko (Oceania).
Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, received the prestigious IEEE Medal of Honour.
- Cash Prize – USD 2 million
- Recognition – Pathbreaking contributions to GPU technology and accelerated computing
- Impact – Enabled major advancements in Artificial Intelligence and High-Performance Computing (HPC)
The IEEE Medal of Honour, instituted in 1917, is the highest recognition given by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers for exceptional contributions to the field.
🔬 Science & Technology
India introduced the Raisina Science Diplomacy Initiative, jointly led by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser and the Observer Research Foundation.
- Event – Organised alongside the Raisina Dialogue 2026 in New Delhi
- Focus Areas – Technology governance, research security, and global scientific cooperation
The initiative enhances India’s role in science-driven diplomacy, positioning the country as a leader in global scientific collaboration and technology governance.
The Hubble Space Telescope discovered a unique dark matter-dominated object named Cloud-9.
- Location – Near Messier 94, approximately 14 million light-years from Earth
- Classification – Reionization-Limited H I Cloud (RELHIC)
- Unique Feature – Contains gas but has no stars, earning it the label of a “failed galaxy”
The discovery provides valuable insights into early universe structure formation and helps scientists understand how dark matter influences galaxy evolution.
The Raman Research Institute developed a novel technique called Raman Driven Spin Noise Spectroscopy.
- Capability – Enables non-invasive measurement of cold atoms without disturbing their quantum state
- Signal Amplification – Up to one million times, marking a major scientific breakthrough
- Support – Project backed by India’s National Quantum Mission
This technique significantly enhances research in quantum computing, quantum sensing, and fundamental physics, advancing India’s capabilities in quantum technology.
🕊️ Obituaries
Former Union Minister Kabindra Purkayastha passed away at the age of 94.
- Parliamentary Career – Three-time Member of Parliament from Silchar, Assam
- Ministerial Position – Minister of State for Communications (1998–1999)
- Political Legacy – Key figure behind the expansion of BJP in Northeast India
- RSS Association – Longstanding connection with RSS since 1951
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