Current Affairs
Date: 07-01-2026
CURRENT AFFAIRS
1. PM Modi inaugurates the 72nd National Volleyball Tournament
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 72nd National Volleyball Championship, held in Varanasi, via video conferencing. This event is seen as a significant initiative towards youth empowerment and nation-building through sports.
2. Sharp improvement in asset quality of Indian banks
According to the latest data from the Reserve Bank of India, a significant improvement has been recorded in the asset quality of India's banking system. By September 2025, the gross non-performing asset (GNPA) ratio had declined to 2.1 percent, the lowest level in the last ten years.
3. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana completes nine years
The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana completed nine years of implementation on January 1, 2026, and is considered a significant achievement of the Government of India in the field of maternal health, nutrition, and women's welfare. It is a centrally sponsored scheme implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development on January 1, 2017, under Section 4 of the National Food Security Act, 2013.
4. World's Rare 'Sandalwood Leopard' Spotted in Karnataka
An extremely rare leopard species, named the "Sandalwood Leopard," has recently been confirmed for the first time in Karnataka. This is the second recorded sighting of such a leopard in India. The previous sighting was in the Ranakpur area of Rajasthan in November 2021.
5. Construction of 3D-printed automatic weather stations begins in India
Indian scientists have developed automatic weather stations using 3D-printing technology, marking a significant indigenous achievement in the field of meteorology. This initiative is being undertaken under Mission Mausam, led by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology. The first phase of these 3D-printed automatic weather stations will be installed in Delhi from February 2026, strengthening last-mile weather data collection capabilities in urban areas.
6. China Launches New Missile Destroyer
China recently inducted an advanced warship named "Loudi" into its navy, reflecting its rapidly growing maritime power and ambitions for global dominance. This warship, part of the People's Liberation Army Navy, is considered a significant step towards challenging the US Navy. The Loudi is a Type 052D guided missile destroyer designed for multi-purpose operations.
7. Kalai-II Hydropower Project Approved
The proposed Kalai-II hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh has come under scrutiny after the Expert Appraisal Committee of the Union Environment Ministry recommended environmental clearance for the project. The project, proposed on the Lohit River in Anjaw district with a capacity of 1,200 MW, is being developed by THDC India Limited.
8. Integrated Security Hub Launched in Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated an integrated command and control center in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a significant step towards strengthening security and good governance in the islands. Along with this, nine development projects were inaugurated and the foundation stone was laid for two new projects, representing a total investment of ₹373 crore.
QUIZ (With Explanation)
1. Who inaugurated the 72nd National Volleyball Championship?
A - Amit Shah
B - Narendra Modi
C - Anurag Thakur
D - Yogi Adityanath
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 72nd National Volleyball Championship held in Varanasi via video conferencing. Describing volleyball as a symbol of teamwork, coordination, and collective responsibility, he said that India's development journey progresses through shared efforts. The participation of 28 states strengthened the spirit of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'.
2. What was the Gross Non-Performing Asset (GNPA) ratio as of September 2025?
A - 3.50%
B - 2.80%
C - 2.10%
D - 1.90%
Explanation:
According to Reserve Bank of India data, the asset quality of India's banking system has significantly improved. By September 2025, the gross non-performing asset ratio declined to 2.1 percent, the lowest level in the last ten years. This indicates that the credit stress caused by the pandemic and interest rate tightening has been significantly reduced.
3. How much financial assistance is provided for the first child under PMMVY?
A - ₹3,000
B - ₹4,000
C - ₹5,000
D - ₹6,000
Explanation:
The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana completed its nine-year term on January 1, 2026, and has become a significant government scheme in the areas of maternal health, nutrition, and women's welfare. This scheme was launched on January 1, 2017, under the National Food Security Act, 2013, and aims to promote safe motherhood by providing partial wage compensation to women during pregnancy and childbirth.
4. In which state was the “Sandalwood Leopard” recorded for the first time?
A - Rajasthan
B - Madhya Pradesh
C - Karnataka
D - Maharashtra
Explanation:
An extremely rare leopard coloration, dubbed the "Sandalwood Leopard," has been confirmed for the first time in Karnataka. This is the second recorded instance of this leopard in India, following a previous sighting in Rajasthan in November 2021. Its coloration is a light pinkish-red or strawberry-like color resulting from rare genetic mutations.
5. Under which mission were the 3D-printed automatic weather stations developed?
A - Mission Shakti
B - Mission Weather
C - Mission Mausam
D - Mission Sagar
Explanation:
Indian scientists have developed indigenous automatic weather stations using 3D-printing technology, a major breakthrough in the field of weather monitoring. This work was led by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology under Mission Mausam. The first installations will begin in Delhi in February 2026, enhancing last-mile weather data and hyper-local forecasting capabilities in urban areas.
6. The warship ‘Loudi’ has been inducted into the navy of which country?
A - Japan
B - China
C - Russia
D - Pakistan
Explanation:
China has demonstrated its growing maritime power by inducting an advanced warship named "Loudi" into its navy. This Type 052D guided missile destroyer is part of the People's Liberation Army Navy and is designed for multi-purpose operations.
7. In which state is the Kalai-II hydroelectric project proposed?
A - Sikkim
B - Assam
C - Arunachal Pradesh
D - Manipur
Explanation:
The proposed Kalai-II hydroelectric project in Arunachal Pradesh has been recommended for environmental clearance. This 1,200 MW project is proposed on the Lohit River in Anjaw district and is being developed by THDC India Limited.
8. Who inaugurated the Integrated Command and Control Centre in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
A - Narendra Modi
B - Amit Shah
C - Rajnath Singh
D - Nitin Gadkari
Explanation:
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Integrated Command and Control Center in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, which will strengthen security, surveillance, and emergency response capabilities. Several development projects were also launched on the occasion to improve governance and infrastructure.
ONE LINER
Which Type 052D missile destroyer was recently commissioned into the navy by China? – Loudi
Under which mission have the 3D-printed automatic weather stations been developed? – Mission Mausam
In which city was the 72nd National Volleyball Championship held? – Varanasi
What was India's Gross Non-Performing Asset (GNPA) ratio as of September 2025? – 2.1 percent
Under which mission's ‘Samarthya’ component is PMMVY included? – Mission Shakti
In which year was the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana launched? – 2017
In which state was the first sighting of the 'Sandalwood Leopard' recently reported? – Karnataka
Who inaugurated the 72nd National Volleyball Championship? – Prime Minister Narendra Modi
What is the international name of the Sandalwood Leopard? – Strawberry Leopard
What was the SMA-2 ratio, which indicates early stress in the banking sector, in September 2025? – 0.8 percent