Captain Hansja Sharma became the first woman pilot of the Indian Army to fly the Rudra armed helicopter
Captain Hansja Sharma created history by becoming the first woman pilot in the Indian Army to operate the Rudra (Advanced Light Helicopter–Weapon System Integrated). This milestone reflects the Indian Army’s continued efforts toward gender inclusion in combat and combat-support aviation roles, and highlights the expanding operational responsibilities of women officers in frontline military platforms.
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation launched the PAIMANA portal
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) launched the PAIMANA portal to strengthen data-driven governance. The portal aims to enhance monitoring, analytics, and evidence-based policymaking by improving access to reliable statistical indicators and program performance insights across sectors.
Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary announced India’s first “Enabled State University” in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary announced the establishment of India’s first Enabled State University in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. The initiative is intended to modernize higher education through technology integration, skill-oriented curricula, industry linkage, and inclusive learning infrastructure to improve graduate employability and research outcomes.
Martyrs’ Day 2026 was observed on 30 January
Martyrs’ Day was observed on 30 January 2026 to commemorate the sacrifice of freedom fighters and to mark the assassination anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The day serves as a reminder of the values of non-violence, patriotism, and national unity, with tributes paid across the country.
The UAE Central Bank approved the first US dollar–backed stablecoin
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates approved the country’s first US dollar–backed stablecoin, marking a significant step in the UAE’s digital finance and virtual assets ecosystem. The move is aimed at fostering innovation in payments, enhancing regulatory clarity, and supporting secure, compliant adoption of digital currencies.
