Indian medicine, public health, wellbeing and evidence explainers.
Indian medicine, public health, wellbeing and evidence explainers.
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India has announced the Padma Awards 2026 list, recognising 131 people for distinguished service across a wide range of fields. The honours, cleared by the President and released on the eve of Republic Day, include Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri recipients, with notable names spanning public affairs, industry, culture and sport.
Sports
Indian cricket stars Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur are set to be honoured with the Padma Shri, recognising their contributions and achievements in the sport. The recognition adds to a Republic Day-season honours list that frequently highlights athletes who have shaped Indian sport across eras and formats.
Politics
Rashtriya Janata Dal has formally appointed Tejashwi Yadav as its national working president, signalling a generational transition in the party’s leadership. The move was announced at the party’s national executive meeting in Patna, with Lalu Prasad Yadav handing over the appointment letter in the presence of senior leaders.
Health
The IMD has issued a multi-state alert for heavy snowfall, hailstorms and widespread rainfall from 26 January, driven by a fresh western disturbance. Alongside disruption risks, such conditions can aggravate cold-related illness and respiratory distress, especially for older people and those with asthma or heart disease, with doctors and agencies typically advising layered protection and limited exposure.
Business
As the Union Budget 2026–27 approaches, India’s gems and jewellery sector has urged the government to consider reforms including lower GST and rationalised customs duties. Industry stakeholders argue the changes are needed to boost competitiveness, support exports and reduce compliance friction amid global trade uncertainty.
World
A 25-year-old Hindu man in Bangladesh, identified as Chanchal Bhowmik, was burnt to death while he was asleep in a garage in Narsingdi, with the incident triggering questions over what led to the fatal fire. Authorities have said the case is under investigation as details around motive and suspects remain unclear.
Sports
India and New Zealand meet in the third T20I at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati on 25 January 2026, with India in control of the series and New Zealand looking to stay alive in the five-match contest.
Business
Indian stock exchanges NSE and BSE will be closed on Monday, 26 January 2026, for Republic Day, with no trading across key segments including equities and derivatives.
World
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the state pushed back 15 people described as illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators, signalling that the government will continue strict action against cross-border infiltration.
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On National Voters’ Day (25 January 2026), Prime Minister Narendra Modi renewed his push for wider voter participation, asking eligible youth to register as soon as they turn 18 and reminding citizens that voting is central to strengthening India’s democracy.
Politics
Ahead of the 77th Republic Day celebrations on 26 January 2026, Delhi Police detailed a multi-layered security and facilitation plan for Kartavya Path, including electronic surveillance, facial recognition systems, anti-drone arrangements and public advisories.
Tech
India’s government-backed IndiaAI Mission is being positioned as a major attempt to scale national AI capability through subsidised compute, infrastructure support and broader ecosystem development, amid a global race for AI talent and data-centre capacity.