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January 14, 2026 January 14, 2026 - Current affairs for all the Exams: India Current Affairs Roundup: National Sports Governance Rules 2026 Notified and Q2 GDP Grows by 8.2%

The Government of India has officially notified the National Sports Governance Rules, 2026, to enhance transparency in sports bodies. Meanwhile, fresh economic data reveals a robust 8.2% GDP growth for Q2 FY26, and the Ministry of Education has announced major reforms for NITs and AI literacy.

In a significant series of developments over the last 24 hours, India has witnessed major policy shifts and robust economic indicators that are crucial for competitive exam preparation. Here is a detailed breakdown of the most significant news events:

1. Notification of National Sports Governance Rules, 2026

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) has officially notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies, NSBs) Rules, 2026. These rules have been framed under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, marking a complete overhaul of how sports are administered in the country.

  • Objective: To ensure transparency, accountability, and professionalism in the functioning of National Sports Federations (NSFs).

  • Key Mandates: The rules require NSBs to establish dedicated committees for international cooperation and the promotion of indigenous sports equipment under the "Make in India" initiative.

  • Governance: The framework aims to align Indian sports administration with international Olympic standards while curbing long-standing issues of financial mismanagement.

2. Economic Update: India’s "Goldilocks Moment"

India’s economic trajectory remains strong as latest data shows the real GDP grew by 8.2% in Q2 of FY 2025-26, following a 7.8% growth in the first quarter.

  • Viksit Bharat 2047: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at a regional conference, emphasized that India is on track to become the world’s third-largest economy.

  • Inflation: Macroeconomic conditions remain balanced with inflation under control, despite global volatility.

  • Statistical Reform: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has proposed a new base year of 2022-23 for GDP measurement, expected to be introduced in February 2026.

3. Education and Technology: YUVA AI and NIT Reforms

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced a strategic reorganisation of courses in National Institutes of Technology (NITs).

  • Emerging Tech: Starting from the next academic year, NITs will introduce reforms to align with AI, robotics, and other future technologies.

  • Product-based PhDs: A new shift toward "product-based PhDs" will focus on solving real-world industrial problems rather than just theoretical research.

  • YUVA AI: The government launched the National Artificial Intelligence Literacy Programme to introduce AI concepts to students at an early age.

4. Other Key Briefs

  • Gig Economy Safety: The Central Government has reportedly directed quick-commerce firms like Blinkit, Swiggy, and Zepto to pause their "10-minute delivery" claims due to growing safety concerns for delivery partners.

  • Health Alert: West Bengal has been placed on high alert following two confirmed cases of the Nipah virus, a zoonotic infection with a high fatality rate.

  • Judiciary: The Supreme Court has appointed Sunaina Sharma as a special judge to expedite the long-pending trials in the Coal Block Allocation scam.

  • Environment: India’s tiger conservation efforts reached a milestone with mortality rates recorded under 5% over the last four years.

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