Daily Current Affairs and GK | 30 January 2026
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Topic: Important Days
1. Odisha government will observe state-level Shaheed Diwas-2026 on 30 January 2026.
- State-level Shaheed Diwas-2026 will be observed at the Odisha Legislative Assembly premises near the statue of Mahatma Gandhi.
- A prayer meeting is being organised by the Information and Public Relations Department to pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi, and the martyrs of India’s freedom struggle.
- Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati has been invited to attend the function and offer floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi.
- Along with Governor, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Speaker Surama Padhy, and other dignitaries will be present.
- Odisha government aims to remember the sacrifices of freedom fighters and inspire the younger generation with their legacy.
- Martyrs’ Day is celebrated on 30 January in India to mark Mahatma Gandhi’s death anniversary.
- On January 30, 1948, Nathuram Godse assassinated Mahatma Gandhi at 78.
- The year, 2026, marks the 78th death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
Topic: National News
2. The Best Marching Contingents and Tableaux of the Republic Day Parade 2026 announced.
- The results of the Best Marching Contingents and Best Tableaux of the Republic Day Parade 2026 were formally announced, recognising excellence in ceremonial display and thematic presentation.
- Among the three Services, the Indian Navy was adjudged the Best Marching Contingent for its precision, discipline, and overall performance during the parade.
- In the category of Central Armed Police Forces and other Auxiliary Forces, the Delhi Police was awarded the Best Marching Contingent honour.
- In the States and Union Territories tableau category, Maharashtra secured first place for its tableau titled Ganeshotsav: A Symbol of Aatmanirbharta.
- Best Marching Contingents & Tableaux:
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Category |
Winner / Selected Entry |
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Best Marching Contingent (Three Services) |
Indian Navy |
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Best Marching Contingent (CAPFs / Other Auxiliary Forces) |
Delhi Police |
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Best Tableau (States/UTs) – 1st |
Maharashtra – Ganeshotsav: A Symbol of Aatmanirbharta |
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Best Tableau (States/UTs) – 2nd |
Jammu & Kashmir – Handicrafts and Folk Dances of Jammu & Kashmir |
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Best Tableau (States/UTs) – 3rd |
Kerala – Water Metro & 100% Digital Literacy: Aatmanirbhar Kerala for Aatmanirbhar Bharat |
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Best Tableau (Central Ministries/Departments) |
Ministry of Culture – Vande Mataram – The Soul Cry of a Nation |
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Special Prize |
Central Public Works Department – Vande Mataram – Commemoration of 150 Years |
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Special Cultural Recognition |
‘Vande Mataram: The Eternal Resonance of India’ Dance Group |
Popular Choice Awards category (MyGov Online Poll)
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Category |
Winner / Selected Entry |
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Best Marching Contingent (Three Services) |
Assam Regiment |
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Best Marching Contingent (CAPFs / Other Auxiliary Forces) |
CRPF |
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Best Tableau (States/UTs) – 1st |
Gujarat – Mantra of Swadeshi – Self-Reliance – Freedom: Vande Mataram |
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Best Tableau (States/UTs) – 2nd |
Uttar Pradesh – Culture of Bundelkhand |
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Best Tableau (States/UTs) – 3rd |
Rajasthan – Golden Touch of the Desert: Bikaner Gold Art (Usta Art) |
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Best Tableau (Central Ministries/Departments) |
Department of School Education & Literacy – National Education Policy 2020: Rocketing Indian School Education on the Path to Viksit Bharat |
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