Weekly Current Affairs 26th Jan - 1st Feb 2026 for SSC and Railway Exams

Weekly Current Affairs 26th Jan - 1st Feb 2026 is a critical period for aspirants preparing for competitive exams, as it encompasses major national milestones like Republic Day and significant policy shifts. This review provides a comprehensive breakdown of the week’s most vital developments, ranging from the launch of the "Buddhist Diamond Triangle" and the 77th Republic Day celebrations to groundbreaking social media regulations in France and new initiatives in India’s energy sector. Whether you are tracking sports milestones in the Women’s Premier League or geographical updates like the Sarychev Volcano eruption, this summary ensures you stay ahead with accurate, exam-oriented insights.

Weekly Current Affairs 26th Jan - 1st Feb 2026 for SSC and Railway Exams

This section provides a concise review of recent current events, extracting key information and facts pertinent to competitive examinations. The focus is on providing clear, accurate, and essential details across various domains, from national policies to international incidents and scientific discoveries.

Key Current Affairs Review

1. Buddhist Diamond Triangle

The "Buddhist Diamond Triangle" comprises Udayagiri, Lalitgiri, and Ratnagiri. These are primarily Buddhist sites. India currently has a total of 69 sites on the UNESCO tentative list.

2. National Pension System (NPS) Regulation

The National Pension System (NPS) Swaasthya Pension Yojana is regulated by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA).

3. Republic Day Parade Facts

The recent Republic Day celebration marked the 77th edition, not the 78th. Maharashtra's tableau received the best award. For the first time, there were two chief guests. The Usta art featured is from Bikaner.

4. Sarychev Volcano Location

The Sarychev Volcano, which recently erupted twice, is located in Russia.

5. Madhya Pradesh's Year of Agriculture Schemes

Madhya Pradesh launched multiple schemes as part of its "Year of Agriculture" initiative.

6. Solid Waste Management Rules

New rules for solid waste management were formulated by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.

7. India's Newspaper Day

India's Newspaper Day is celebrated on January 29th, commemorating the anniversary of the first English newspaper published by Hickey.

8. Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary

The Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Odisha. It is home to the Barasingha (swamp deer), and the Jonk River, a tributary of the Mahanadi River, flows through it. The area has been declared Maoist-free.

9. Adani Group and Embraer Partnership

The Adani Group has partnered with Embraer, a company from Brazil, to develop aircraft in India.

10. Social Media Ban (2026)

France has announced a ban on social media platforms for certain age groups, effective in 2026.

11. Chatergala Pass/Tunnel Project

The Chatergala Pass project is located in Jammu & Kashmir. It is being developed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) under Project Sampark. The tunnel will be 6.8 km long and is situated at a height of 105,000 ft.

12. CM Sehat Yojana

Punjab recently launched the CM Sehat Yojana.

13. India Energy Week 2026 Venue

The India Energy Week 2026 was held in Goa.

14. Vainu Bappu Research Hero Prize

The Vainu Bappu Research Hero Prize is associated with Research and was recently awarded to Chandrakant.

15. Olympic Council of Asia

The Olympic Council of Asia regulates sports in Asia, not Africa. The tenure for the position of Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, who replaced Randhir Singh, is four years, not five. The council was formed in 1982 with its headquarters in Kuwait.

16. Women's Premier League (WPL)

The upcoming edition is the fourth. The first century in WPL was scored by Nat Sciver-Brunt of Mumbai Indians. The WPL is conducted by the BCCI, not the ICC, and its first edition was in 2023, not 2024.

17. Padma Awards (2024 Context)

A total of 131 Padma Awards were given, not 130. The awards are conferred by the President of India, not both the President and Prime Minister. They are considered one of the highest civilian awards in India.

18. DRI Operation Sahyadri Checkmate

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) launched Operation Sahyadri Checkmate, seizing a significant quantity of a "party drug."

19. International Day of Clean Energy

The International Day of Clean Energy is observed on January 26th.

20. Darwin's Bark Spider

The Darwin's Bark Spider is renowned for producing the strongest known silk.

21. Novak Djokovic's Milestones

Novak Djokovic achieved his 400th Grand Slam match win and has won 24 Grand Slam titles while playing in the Australian Open. In the female category, Serena Williams holds the record for most wins.

22. Wings India 2026

Wings India 2026, Asia's largest civil aviation program, was held at Begumpet Airport (Hyderabad). The best state award was given to Uttarakhand.

23. Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

A recent peace talk meeting between Russia and Ukraine was organized in Abu Dhabi.

24. Gallantry Awards

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla was honored with the Ashok Chakra. Other notable mentions include Simran Bala, the first woman to lead a CRPF contingent, and Sofia Qureshi, awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal.

25. Gandak River

The area around the Gandak River is known for Gharials (crocodilians). It is a left-bank tributary of the Ganga and originates from the Dhaulagiri region. The National Chambal Sanctuary is located across Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan.

26. Grantha Kutir Initiative

President Murmu launched the 'Grantha Kutir' initiative, a project to collect and house manuscripts from various languages, at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

27. International Day of Education

The International Day of Education is celebrated on January 24th.

28. ICC Tournament Replacement

Scotland replaced the Bangladesh team in a recent ICC event.