25th January 2026 Current Affairs MCQ Quiz

It's the Election Commission of India, a permanent constitutional body established way back in 1950. National Voters' Day is celebrated every year on this date to mark its foundation and encourage more young voters to take part in our democracy.

Launched in 2023, the National Green Hydrogen Mission targets at least 5 million tonnes (MMT) of green hydrogen production per year by 2030, alongside about 125 GW of new renewable energy capacity, to make India a global hub for green hydrogen.

The United States assumed the G20 Presidency for 2026 (effective 1 December 2025), taking over from South Africa, which held the 2025 presidency. The 2026 G20 Leaders' Summit is scheduled to be hosted in Miami, Florida.

ESA is playing a huge role alongside NASA. Think of the Lunar Gateway as a sort of space station base camp near the Moon, which will help astronauts head down to the lunar surface more efficiently.

Since 2016, the RBI follows a flexible inflation targeting framework under which it must keep Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at 4%, within a tolerance band of +/- 2% (i.e., between 2% and 6%). The Monetary Policy Committee sets the repo rate to meet this target.

Veteran actor Dharmendra was among the five Padma Vibhushan awardees announced for 2026, conferred posthumously. The 2026 list comprised 5 Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri awards.

This act is a game-changer for our legislative process. It's all about ensuring that women have a stronger voice in policy-making by reserving one-third of the seats in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies.

Google announced AI-education partnerships with several Indian states and a Google.org grant to Wadhwani AI, aiming to reach tens of millions of students and educators across India. It's great to see a global tech leader investing in students' digital literacy.

The theme of Republic Day 2026 was '150 Years of Vande Mataram', marking 150 years since Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay composed the national song in 1876. Tableaux and performances along Kartavya Path were built around this theme.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) makes producers, importers and brand owners responsible for the environmentally sound management of plastic packaging through its end of life — for instance by collecting back and recycling an amount equivalent to what they place on the market.

These accords changed the diplomatic landscape in the Middle East significantly. By normalizing ties with countries like the UAE and Bahrain, it opened up new channels for trade and security cooperation.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) puts out these projections. It's always a vital read for anyone interested in economics, as it tells us how India is holding up against the rest of the global economy.

The PM-PRANAM scheme is really clever—it incentivizes states to shift away from chemical fertilizers toward more sustainable, soil-friendly alternatives. It's a win-win for both farmers and the land.

Dr. Arvind Panagariya is leading the 16th Finance Commission. They have a big job ahead—deciding how tax revenues should be shared between the Centre and the States for the coming years.

The Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol is the one you're looking for. By phasing out HFCs, we're trying to prevent further damage to the ozone layer and curb global warming.

For the first time, the top leadership of the European Union — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa — were the Chief Guests, visiting India from 25–27 January 2026 to co-chair the India–EU Summit.

The Indian Navy is always quick to help. Samudra Setu II was all about moving oxygen and essential medical supplies when our healthcare system was under extreme pressure. It's a great example of 'service before self'.

Carlos Alcaraz took home the trophy! His athleticism and shot-making are truly something else. He's proving to be the dominant force in the new generation of tennis stars.

Article 72 is the one. It gives the President the authority to grant pardons, reprieves, or remissions of punishment. It's a crucial part of our judicial checks and balances.

These frigates are all about being stealthy—they're designed to be hard to detect by enemy radar. It's a major boost for our maritime security and naval capabilities.