Daily Top Current Affairs of the day for 27th January 2026
1. India celebrates 77th Republic Day with grand parade at Kartavya Path
The nation celebrated the 77th Republic Day with a magnificent parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, showcasing India’s cultural diversity, economic progress and military strength. The event highlighted unity in diversity and national pride, with spectacular displays of defence capabilities, marching contingents and vibrant cultural performances.
2. Republic Day Parade reflects ‘Vande Mataram’ and Aatmanirbhar Bharat themes
This year’s Republic Day Parade carried the themes ‘Swatantrata ka Mantra: Vande Mataram’ and ‘Samriddhi ka Mantra: Aatmanirbhar Bharat’. A total of 30 tableaux participated, including 17 from States and Union Territories and 13 from Ministries and Services, portraying India’s heritage, development and self-reliance vision.
3. Bharat Parv 2026 inaugurated at Red Fort
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat inaugurated the six-day Bharat Parv 2026 at the Red Fort in New Delhi. The festival showcases India’s rich cultural traditions, folk arts, cuisines and tourism potential, strengthening cultural integration and national identity.
4. Government targets 100% MSP procurement of pulses
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that the government is working to ensure 100 per cent procurement of pulses including toor, masoor and urad at Minimum Support Price. Speaking to farmers invited for Republic Day celebrations, he said the initiative guarantees fair returns and strengthens food security.
5. PRAGATI platform completes 50th meeting milestone
Prime Minister’s flagship governance platform PRAGATI successfully conducted its 50th meeting, marking a decade of real-time monitoring of infrastructure projects and grievance redressal. Launched in 2015, PRAGATI strengthens cooperative federalism by connecting the Centre, States and Ministries through a unified digital interface.
6. Beating Retreat Ceremony concludes Republic Day celebrations
The Beating Retreat Ceremony at Vijay Chowk, New Delhi, formally concluded Republic Day celebrations. The event featured military band performances and illumination of Rashtrapati Bhavan. Rooted in 17th-century European military traditions, the ceremony symbolises the end of combat and honours India’s armed forces heritage.
7. New Army units and weapon systems debut at Republic Day Parade
The Bhairav Light Commando Battalion, Shaktibaan Regiment, and Suryastra rocket launcher system with deep-strike capability made their first appearance at the Republic Day Parade. Additionally, a mixed scouts contingent and the 61 Cavalry showcased India’s advancing military modernisation and combat readiness.
8. Indian Army and ITBP conduct joint exercise ‘Agni Pariksha’
The Indian Army and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) conducted a six-day joint training exercise Agni Pariksha at Sigar in Arunachal Pradesh from 19 to 24 January. The exercise enhanced inter-force combat synergy, operational integration and preparedness for high-altitude border challenges.
9. Indian Army to raise Shaktibaan regiments with swarm drone warfare
The Indian Army announced plans to raise 15–20 Shaktibaan regiments equipped with swarm drones, loitering munitions and long-range UAVs capable of strikes from 5 to 500 kilometres. The ₹2,000-crore project integrates unmanned systems into artillery, revolutionising precision warfare with reduced human risk.
10. Tri-services tableau showcases Operation Sindoor weapon systems
A Tri-services tableau at the Republic Day Parade displayed replicas of major weapon systems used during Operation Sindoor (2025). The presentation highlighted joint operational strength of the Army, Navy and Air Force, demonstrating India’s integrated defence capability and strategic deterrence readiness.
11. Lt Col Sita Ashok Shelke selected for Subhas Chandra Bose Disaster Management Award
Lieutenant Colonel Sita Ashok Shelke was selected for the Subhas Chandra Bose National Award for Disaster Management 2026 in the individual category. The award carries a ₹5 lakh cash prize and certificate, recognising her outstanding contribution to disaster response and humanitarian relief operations.
12. EU leaders attend Republic Day as Chief Guests
European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen attended India’s Republic Day Parade as Chief Guests. Their presence underscored strengthening India–European Union strategic partnership, cooperation in trade, technology, climate action and global governance reforms.
13. Indian diaspora celebrates Republic Day worldwide
The Indian diaspora across the world celebrated the 77th Republic Day at Indian missions abroad. National flags were unfurled and cultural programmes organised, reflecting patriotic fervour and reinforcing India’s global cultural and diplomatic outreach.
14. India participates as Partner Country at Gulfood 2026
India is participating as Partner Country at Gulfood 2026 in Dubai, the world’s largest food and beverage sourcing event. Indian exhibitors and APEDA’s Bharati Pavilion are showcasing agri-food exports, reflecting India’s growing global trade footprint.
15. Nepali Congress becomes largest party in Nepal’s Upper House
In Nepal’s National Assembly elections, the Nepali Congress emerged as the largest party, while CPN-UML also secured major victories. The results reshape Nepal’s political balance and influence future coalition governance.
16. Ferry disaster in Philippines claims lives
In the Philippines, a ferry travelling from Zamboanga to Jolo Island with 359 people onboard sank in Sulu province. Rescue operations are underway, and authorities launched investigations, highlighting maritime safety concerns in Southeast Asia.
17. Indian cinema tableau debuts at Republic Day Parade
A special tableau themed ‘Bharat Gatha’ dedicated to Indian cinema was presented at the Republic Day Parade. Created in collaboration with filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, it fulfilled late actor Rishi Kapoor’s 2020 suggestion to honour Indian cinema at national celebrations.
✅ Exam-Ready Highlights
• Republic Day 2026 → 77th edition
• Themes → Vande Mataram & Aatmanirbhar Bharat
• Bharat Parv → Red Fort → Om Birla & Gajendra Shekhawat
• MSP 100% pulse procurement → Shivraj Singh Chouhan
• PRAGATI → 50th meeting milestone
• Agni Pariksha → Army + ITBP → Arunachal Pradesh
• Shaktibaan Regiments → Swarm drone warfare
• Subhas Bose Disaster Award → Lt Col Sita Shelke
• EU Chief Guests → Antonio Costa & Ursula von der Leyen
• Gulfood 2026 → India Partner