🇮🇳 1. National Affairs (India)

• Rural Financial Inclusion MoU
A landmark MoU was signed between the Department of Posts and the Ministry of Rural Development to strengthen rural financial inclusion, digital services, livelihood support and logistics for SHGs and rural families.

• Digital & Technology Updates
Financial Software and Systems secured the ISO IEC 42001 Certification Lead status, strengthening trust in AI system management.

• Roads & Infrastructure Funding
The Centre approved ₹1,078 crore for Gujarat road projects under the Central Road Infrastructure Fund (CRIF).

• New Digital Portals & Mascot Launch
A new integrated digital portal was launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, and UIDAI launched a new Aadhaar mascot named “Udai” for outreach.

• Youth Dialogue Event
The 2nd edition of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026 began in New Delhi with youth participation and key speakers from various fields.

• UP Current Affairs (State PCS)
Drishti IAS provides key Uttar Pradesh state updates useful for UPPSC preparation.

🌍 2. International Affairs• Global Protests & Iran Unrest
Large-scale protests against the Iranian regime continued across more than 50 cities in Iran, with clashes reported between demonstrators and security forces.

• Diplomatic & Trade Tensions
News reports indicate continued geopolitical developments including debates on US trade policies and international organisation participation.

☁️ 3. Weather & Environment• Unusual Weather Patterns
Tamil Nadu, Kerala and parts of southern India received heavy rainfall in January, a rare event caused by a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, according to the IMD.

• Cold Wave & First Rain in Delhi-NCR
Delhi-NCR experienced season’s first rain, bringing temporary relief amid ongoing cold wave conditions.

💼 4. Economy & Markets

• Market Movements
Post-market updates suggest that Indian markets, including Nifty & Sensex, showed notable movements on 9 Jan 2026 with sector performances varying.

📅 5. Events & Culture

• Delhi World Book Fair 2026
The 53rd Delhi World Book Fair will be held from 10–18 Jan 2026 at Bharat Mandapam with free entry and participation by over 1,000 publishers

• Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
9 January is celebrated annually as Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, honouring the contributions of the Indian diaspora and marking Mahatma Gandhi’s return to India (1915).

• Cultural Festival – Kala Yatra 2026
A five-day Kala Yatra 2026 festival will celebrate classical Indian dance choreographies with performances by eminent groups from various states

🧠 6. Exam-Ready One-Linters – 9 January 2026

Landmark DoP–MoRD MoU signed for rural financial inclusion.

ISO IEC 42001 Lead certification awarded to Financial Software & Systems.

₹1,078 crore sanctioned for Gujarat roads (CRIF).

UIDAI launched **“Udai” Aadhaar mascot; Women & Child portal launched.

Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue holds second edition.

Protests spread in 50+ cities in Iran.

Southern India rainfall rare in January due to a depression.

First rain of season in Delhi-NCR amid cold wave.

53rd Delhi World Book Fair to begin with free entry.

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas observed on 9 Jan.