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Environment
Indian Skimmer Conservation Project
BNHS and NMCG jointly launched a conservation project for the Endangered Indian Skimmer (Rynchops albicollis) in the Ganga Basin. India hosts nearly 90% of the world’s Indian Skimmer population, making this initiative critical for species survival.
International
ILO Employment Trends 2026
The ILO’s Employment and Social Trends 2026 report projects global unemployment at 4.9%, equivalent to 186 million workers. The wider global jobs gap is projected to reach 408 million in 2026, highlighting persistent labour market challenges worldwide.
Rankings & Indices
Numbeo Safety Index 2026
Mangaluru emerged as India’s safest city, ranking 46th globally with a score of 74.4. Ahmedabad (87th, 68.5) and Jaipur (106th, 65.3) also featured. Qingdao, China topped the global list with a score of 89.2.
Economy
Moody’s India GDP Projection
Moody’s Ratings projects India’s GDP growth at 7.3% for FY26, higher than the 6.5% in FY25. India’s GDP per capita rose 8.2% year-on-year to reach USD 11,176 in FY25, reflecting strong economic momentum.
Space & Science
Sunita Williams’ Space Career
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams retired in December 2025 after logging 608 days in space across three missions, making her second on NASA’s cumulative orbit time list. Her missions included Expeditions 14/15, 32/33, and the Boeing Starliner Crew Flight Test.
Awards
Tyler Prize 2026
Dr. Toby Kiers won the 2026 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement for her research on mycorrhizal fungal networks in carbon cycling and nutrient exchange. The Tyler Prize, established in 1973, carries a prize of USD 250,000.
Sports
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26
Vidarbha won its maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy, defeating Saurashtra by 38 runs in the final at Bengaluru. Atharva Taide (128 runs) was Player of the Match, while Aman Mokhade (814 runs in series) was Player of the Tournament.
Energy & Governance
CoE for Power Sector Regulatory Affairs
A Centre of Excellence for Regulatory Affairs in the Power Sector was inaugurated at IIT Delhi on 20th January 2026. It was jointly established by IIT Delhi, CERC, and Grid Controller of India Limited.
Sports
India vs New Zealand 1st T20I
Abhishek Sharma scored a blistering 84 off 35 balls as India defeated New Zealand by 48 runs in Nagpur. India posted 238/7, and the match aggregate of 428 runs set a new record for India-NZ T20Is.
Business & Economy
Brand Finance IT Services Rankings 2026
Accenture retained the top position as the world’s most valuable IT Services brand at USD 42.2 billion. TCS ranked second (USD 21.2B) and Infosys third (USD 16.4B). The top 25 IT services brands combined value stood at USD 167.2 billion.
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Which organisation partnered with NMCG for Indian Skimmer conservation?
Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)
India hosts 90% of world’s Indian Skimmer population
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What is the projected global unemployment rate for 2026 as per ILO?
4.9%
Equivalent to 186 million workers worldwide
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Which is the safest city in India according to Numbeo Safety Index 2026?
Mangaluru
Ranked 46th globally with a score of 74.4
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What is Moody’s GDP growth projection for India in FY26?
7.3%
Higher than 6.5% registered in FY25
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How many days did Sunita Williams spend in space across her career?
608 days
Second on NASA’s list for cumulative time in orbit
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Who won the 2026 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement?
Dr. Toby Kiers
For research on mycorrhizal fungal networks
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Which team won the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy?
Vidarbha
Maiden title, defeated Saurashtra in final
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Which is the world’s most valuable IT Services brand in 2026?
Accenture
Valued at USD 42.2 billion
Think & Discuss
Conservation vs Development: Balancing Economic Growth with Environmental Protection
Context from today’s quiz: Today’s quiz highlighted India’s strong economic momentum with Moody’s projecting 7.3% GDP growth for FY26, while simultaneously featuring conservation efforts like the BNHS-NMCG project to protect the Endangered Indian Skimmer in the Ganga Basin. Dr. Toby Kiers’ Tyler Prize-winning research on mycorrhizal fungal networks further underscores the critical role ecosystems play in carbon cycling and environmental sustainability.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
As India pursues ambitious economic growth targets while facing environmental challenges like species endangerment and climate change, finding the right balance between development and conservation becomes increasingly crucial.
How can India maintain its economic growth trajectory while ensuring effective protection of endangered species and ecosystems?
How can India maintain its economic growth trajectory while ensuring effective protection of endangered species and ecosystems?
- Should environmental impact assessments be made more stringent for infrastructure projects near ecologically sensitive areas like the Ganga Basin?
- Can the success of initiatives like the Indian Skimmer conservation project serve as a model for protecting other endangered species while allowing sustainable development?
- What role should international partnerships and funding play in supporting India’s conservation efforts alongside its development goals?
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