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Bharat Forge Secured Rs 300 Crore Contracts under EP-VI Norms for IA, INIn January 2026, Bharat Forge Limited (BFL)’s aerospace division secured contracts worth nearly Rs 300 crore under the current Emergency Procurement-VI (EP-VI) framework for the supply of indigenously built Unmanned systems to the Indian Army (IA) and Indian Navy (IN).Under the EP-VI framework, the total value of each contract is capped at Rs 300 crore, with equipment to be delivered within one year of signing.What? Securing Contracts worth Rs 300 crore under EP-VIBy Whom? Aerospace division of BFLPurpose: Supply of indigenous unmanned systems (ISR and loitering munitions)Supply To: IA and INISR Platforms: Omega One, Omega Nine ISR dronesLoitering Munitions: Bayonet and CleaverKey Details:Key Platforms: The contracts cover a range of indigenous unmanned systems: Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) platforms, including Omega One, Omega Nine ISR drones; and loitering munitions named Bayonet and Cleaver.These systems are developed to meet the urgent operational requirements of India across diverse terrains, and mission profiles.Significance of Platforms: As per BFL, Omega One was displayed during the Army Day (on January 15, 2026) in Jaipur, Rajasthan, mounted on an upgraded BMP-2 infantry combat vehicle, providing short to medium-range battlefield surveillance.Omega Nine is a high-endurance variant, designed specifically for longer missions to detect enemy presence, identify targets and enhance situational awareness.Loitering Munitions such as Bayonet and Cleaver are described as ‘kamikaze drones’, hovering over a target, identifying assets and striking with precision.
Bharat Forge Secured Rs 300 Crore Contracts under EP-VI Norms for IA, INIn January 2026, Bharat Forge Limited (BFL)’s aerospace division secured contracts worth nearly Rs 300 crore under the current Emergency Procurement-VI (EP-VI) framework for the supply of indigenously built Unmanned systems to the Indian Army (IA) and Indian Navy (IN).Under the EP-VI framework, the total value of each contract is capped at Rs 300 crore, with equipment to be delivered within one year of signing.What? Securing Contracts worth Rs 300 crore under EP-VIBy Whom? Aerospace division of BFLPurpose: Supply of indigenous unmanned systems (ISR and loitering munitions)Supply To: IA and INISR Platforms: Omega One, Omega Nine ISR dronesLoitering Munitions: Bayonet and CleaverKey Details:Key Platforms: The contracts cover a range of indigenous unmanned systems: Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) platforms, including Omega One, Omega Nine ISR drones; and loitering munitions named Bayonet and Cleaver.These systems are developed to meet the urgent operational requirements of India across diverse terrains, and mission profiles.Significance of Platforms: As per BFL, Omega One was displayed during the Army Day (on January 15, 2026) in Jaipur, Rajasthan, mounted on an upgraded BMP-2 infantry combat vehicle, providing short to medium-range battlefield surveillance.Omega Nine is a high-endurance variant, designed specifically for longer missions to detect enemy presence, identify targets and enhance situational awareness.Loitering Munitions such as Bayonet and Cleaver are described as ‘kamikaze drones’, hovering over a target, identifying assets and striking with precision.
Bharat Forge Secured Rs 300 Crore Contracts under EP-VI Norms for IA, INIn January 2026, Bharat Forge Limited (BFL)’s aerospace division secured contracts worth nearly Rs 300 crore under the current Emergency Procurement-VI (EP-VI) framework for the ...
MoEFCC declared Kumbhalgarh WLS as Eco-Sensitive ZoneIn January 2026, the Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) announced through its official notification declared an area ranging from zero to one kilometre (km) around the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary (WLS) which is located in the Aravalli Mountain Range, Rajasthan, as an Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ).This declaration will help in the conservation of rich biodiversity as well as support indigenous communities living in and around the WLS.What? Declaration of Kumbhalgarh WLS as ESZAnnounced by? Bhupender YadavMinistry: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)Location of WLS: Aravalli Mountain Range (Rajasthan)Area declared as ESZ: Zero to One km around the WLS boundaryKey Provisions:Key Restrictions: As per MoEFCC directions, activities like: mining, large industrial units, brick kilns and the construction of new hotels and resorts will be restricted in 94 villages spread across nearly 243 kms adjoining the sanctuary boundary.Significance of WLS: As per MoEFCC official notification, the Kumbhalgarh WLS spans across the Rajsamand, Pali and Udaipur districts (of Rajasthan), is considered as one of the most fragile ecosystems of the Aravalli range.It is significantly important as a catchment area for the Banas and Luni river systems.Biodiversity: It is natural habitat for a wide range of wildlife species, including leopard, striped hyena, jungle cat, Indian pangolin, blue bill and chinkara; as well as several bird species such as: the painted francolin.
MoEFCC declared Kumbhalgarh WLS as Eco-Sensitive ZoneIn January 2026, the Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) announced through its official notification declared an area ranging from zero to one kilometre (km) around the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary (WLS) which is located in the Aravalli Mountain Range, Rajasthan, as an Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ).This declaration will help in the conservation of rich biodiversity as well as support indigenous communities living in and around the WLS.What? Declaration of Kumbhalgarh WLS as ESZAnnounced by? Bhupender YadavMinistry: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)Location of WLS: Aravalli Mountain Range (Rajasthan)Area declared as ESZ: Zero to One km around the WLS boundaryKey Provisions:Key Restrictions: As per MoEFCC directions, activities like: mining, large industrial units, brick kilns and the construction of new hotels and resorts will be restricted in 94 villages spread across nearly 243 kms adjoining the sanctuary boundary.Significance of WLS: As per MoEFCC official notification, the Kumbhalgarh WLS spans across the Rajsamand, Pali and Udaipur districts (of Rajasthan), is considered as one of the most fragile ecosystems of the Aravalli range.It is significantly important as a catchment area for the Banas and Luni river systems.Biodiversity: It is natural habitat for a wide range of wildlife species, including leopard, striped hyena, jungle cat, Indian pangolin, blue bill and chinkara; as well as several bird species such as: the painted francolin.
MoEFCC declared Kumbhalgarh WLS as Eco-Sensitive ZoneIn January 2026, the Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) announced through its official notification declared an area ranging from zero to on...
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Union Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates CoE for Regulatory Affairs at IIT DelhiOn 20th January 2026, Union Minister Manohar Lal, Ministry of Power (MoP) and Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA), inaugurated the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Regulatory Affairs in the Power Sector at the Indian Institute of Technolog (IIT) Delhi, in New Delhi(Delhi) to strengthen India’s regulatory capacity amid rapid changes in the electricity sector.The CoE has been jointly established by IIT Delhi, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), and Grid Controller of India Limited (Grid India).What? Launch of CoE for Regulatory Affairs in Power SectorBy Whom? Union Minister Manohar Lal, MoPWhere? IIT Delhi, New DelhiCollaborators: IIT Delhi, CERC, Grid IndiaObjective: Strengthen India’s regulatory capabilities, support evidence-based decision-makingFocus Areas: Regulatory research, capacity building, advisory support, knowledge disseminationAbout Centre of Excellence (CoE):Purpose:The CoE will function as a national hub for regulatory research, capacity building, advisory support, and knowledge dissemination,Framework: Integrating policy, regulation, system operations, and academic research within a single institutional framework.Policy Support: Evidence-based tools provides policymakers with analytical models to evaluate regulatory proposals on consumer welfare, system reliability, and investment signals.Focus:The CoE will undertake multidisciplinary research on power sector regulation, market design, grid operations, energy transition challenges, decarbonisation pathways, digitalisation, and emerging technologies.Capacity Building: Provides evidence-based analytical support to regulators and system operators and builds long-term regulatory capacity through structured training programmes.
Union Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates CoE for Regulatory Affairs at IIT DelhiOn 20th January 2026, Union Minister Manohar Lal, Ministry of Power (MoP) and Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA), inaugurated the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Regulatory Affairs in the Power Sector at the Indian Institute of Technolog (IIT) Delhi, in New Delhi(Delhi) to strengthen India’s regulatory capacity amid rapid changes in the electricity sector.The CoE has been jointly established by IIT Delhi, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), and Grid Controller of India Limited (Grid India).What? Launch of CoE for Regulatory Affairs in Power SectorBy Whom? Union Minister Manohar Lal, MoPWhere? IIT Delhi, New DelhiCollaborators: IIT Delhi, CERC, Grid IndiaObjective: Strengthen India’s regulatory capabilities, support evidence-based decision-makingFocus Areas: Regulatory research, capacity building, advisory support, knowledge disseminationAbout Centre of Excellence (CoE):Purpose:The CoE will function as a national hub for regulatory research, capacity building, advisory support, and knowledge dissemination,Framework: Integrating policy, regulation, system operations, and academic research within a single institutional framework.Policy Support: Evidence-based tools provides policymakers with analytical models to evaluate regulatory proposals on consumer welfare, system reliability, and investment signals.Focus:The CoE will undertake multidisciplinary research on power sector regulation, market design, grid operations, energy transition challenges, decarbonisation pathways, digitalisation, and emerging technologies.Capacity Building: Provides evidence-based analytical support to regulators and system operators and builds long-term regulatory capacity through structured training programmes.
Union Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates CoE for Regulatory Affairs at IIT DelhiOn 20th January 2026, Union Minister Manohar Lal, Ministry of Power (MoP) and Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA), inaugurated the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Re...
BNHS and NMCG Launches Project to Protect Indian Skimmer in the Ganga BasinIn January 2026, the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) and the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) have jointly launched a new conservation project ‘Safeguarding breeding habitats of Indian Skimmer and sympatric birds through monitoring and community participation in the Ganga Basin’ to protect the Endangered (EN) Indian Skimmer (Scientific name: Rynchops albicollis).The project was formally inaugurated by Union Minister C.R. Patil, Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS) at Dehradun (Uttarakhand)What? Launch of conservation project for Indian Skimmer in the Ganga BasinLaunched by: BNHS under NMCGInaugurated by: Union Minister C.R. Patil, MoJSObjective: To protect river sandbars (nesting site for Indian Skimmer)Scientific Name: Rynchops albicollisIUCN Status : Endangered (EN)Key Details of Project:Key Objective: The project will be implemented by BNHS with the main objective of protecting river sandbars which are crucial nesting sites for the Indian Skimmer and many other river birds.Expansion: The project is built on the success of BNHS’s conservation model in the National Chambal Sanctuary, where local community support helped improve bird nesting success.Now, this same approach will be extended to key river stretches of Ganga Basin such as: the Chambal River, the Upper Ganga near Bijnor and Narora, the Ganga-Yamuna confluence at Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh, UP), and the Lower Ganga near the Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary in Bihar.Support from Local Communities: Under this project, local people will be trained as ‘Nest Guardians’ and ‘River Guardians’ to protect nesting sites of Indian Skimmer, monitor birds and assist in data collection.Other Species Covered: Apart from Indian Skimmer, the project will conserve the other declining riverine species like: the Black-bellied Tern, River Tern, River Lapwing, Great Thick-knee, Little Tern and Little Pratincole.About Indian Skimmer :Overview: The Indian Skimmer (Rynchops albicollis) is a distinctive river bird famous for its surface‑skimming feeding style.IUCN Status: Classified as Endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature(IUCN) Red List, it relies on sandbars in large, slow-flowing rivers for nesting and breeding.India is home to almost 90% of the world’s population of this species, making its conservation crucial.
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Overview of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s Visit to India on January 19, 2026On January 19, 2026, the President of United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan undertook a one-day visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi.The visit marks his third visit as UAE President and fifth visit overall to India.Highlights of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s Visit to India:Bilateral Meeting: PM Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed held bilateral meetings, with a focus on trade expansion, and reviewed and strengthened the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP).Key Outcomes:During UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit, India and the UAE announced several initiatives in trade, technology, energy, digital cooperation, culture, and people-to-people ties to strengthen long-term bilateral relations and economic integration.India and the UAE agreed to expand their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), aiming to double bilateral trade to over USD 200 billion by 2032.They also announced a collaboration between Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) and G-42 to establish a supercomputing cluster, agreed to partner in advanced nuclear technologies including large reactors and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), and planned to promote trade and investment with the First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and DP World operating from GIFT City, Gujarat.Key Agreements Signed:A Letter of Intent (LoI) was signed for the development of Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR) in Gujarat.Another LoI between Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) and the UAE Space Agency aims to develop joint space infrastructure, including launch facilities, tech zones, start-up incubation, training institutes.A Defence LoI was signed to create a Strategic Defence Partnership focusing on industry, technology, training, education, special operations, cybersecurity, and counterterrorism.In energy, a 10-year Sales & Purchase Agreement (SPA) enables HPCL to import 0.5 million tonnes per annum(MTPA) of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) from ADNOC Gas starting 2028.Additionally, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between APEDA (MoC&I) and the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment seeks to enhance food sector trade.
National Disaster Response Force Raising Day 2026 – January 19National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) Raising Day is observed annually across India on 19 January to commemorate the establishment of the NDRF, a specialized disaster response force under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).January 19, 2026 marks the observance of the 21st NDRF Raising Day.What? National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) Raising Day 2026When? January 19, 2026Why? To commemorate the establishment of NDRF on January 19, 2006Act: Disaster Management Act (DMA), 2005.Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)Motto: Aapada Seva Sadaiv Sarvatra (Service to Humanity Always, Everywhere).Background:Disasters: India experienced a series of devastating natural disasters between 1990 and 2004, which led to the creation of the Disaster Management (DM) Act, 2005 on 26 December, 2005.Legislation: The DM Act provided for the establishment of the NDRF under Section 44, and the force was officially raised on 19 January 2006 as India’s premier disaster response unit.
National Disaster Response Force Raising Day 2026 – January 19National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) Raising Day is observed annually across India on 19 January to commemorate the establishment of the NDRF, a specialized disaster response force under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).January 19, 2026 marks the observance of the 21st NDRF Raising Day.What? National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) Raising Day 2026When? January 19, 2026Why? To commemorate the establishment of NDRF on January 19, 2006Act: Disaster Management Act (DMA), 2005.Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)Motto: Aapada Seva Sadaiv Sarvatra (Service to Humanity Always, Everywhere).Background:Disasters: India experienced a series of devastating natural disasters between 1990 and 2004, which led to the creation of the Disaster Management (DM) Act, 2005 on 26 December, 2005.Legislation: The DM Act provided for the establishment of the NDRF under Section 44, and the force was officially raised on 19 January 2006 as India’s premier disaster response unit.
National Disaster Response Force Raising Day 2026 – January 19National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) Raising Day is observed annually across India on 19 January to commemorate the establishment of the NDRF, a specialized disaster response force unde...
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Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan Releases Hindi Edition of Autobiography ‘Palanivelu GUTS’:In January 2026, the Vice-President (VP) of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, released the Hindi edition of ‘Palanivelu GUTS’, the autobiography of eminent surgeon Dr. C. Palanivelu, in New Delhi, Delhi.What? Release of Hindi edition of ‘Palanivelu GUTS’Who? VP, C. P. RadhakrishnanAuthor: Dr C. Palanivelu, pioneering surgeonSignificance: Showcases the journey of innovation in laparoscopic and robotic surgeryAbout the Book:Authorship: ‘Palanivelu GUTS’ is an autobiography written by Dr. C. Palanivelu, first published in English in July 2024. It was published by the GEM Foundation.Theme: Chronicles the journey of a young man from humble beginnings, overcoming resistance and setbacks with discipline, hard work, and ethical conviction.Medical Contributions: Dr. Palanivelu pioneered laparoscopic surgery in India, establishing the first centre in Coimbatore in 1991, and advanced robotic surgery.
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan Releases Hindi Edition of Autobiography ‘Palanivelu GUTS’:In January 2026, the Vice-President (VP) of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, released the Hindi edition of ‘Palanivelu GUTS’, the autobiography of eminent surgeon Dr. C. Palanivelu, in New Delhi, Delhi.What? Release of Hindi edition of ‘Palanivelu GUTS’Who? VP, C. P. RadhakrishnanAuthor: Dr C. Palanivelu, pioneering surgeonSignificance: Showcases the journey of innovation in laparoscopic and robotic surgeryAbout the Book:Authorship: ‘Palanivelu GUTS’ is an autobiography written by Dr. C. Palanivelu, first published in English in July 2024. It was published by the GEM Foundation.Theme: Chronicles the journey of a young man from humble beginnings, overcoming resistance and setbacks with discipline, hard work, and ethical conviction.Medical Contributions: Dr. Palanivelu pioneered laparoscopic surgery in India, establishing the first centre in Coimbatore in 1991, and advanced robotic surgery.
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan Releases Hindi Edition of Autobiography ‘Palanivelu GUTS’:In January 2026, the Vice-President (VP) of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, released the Hindi edition of ‘Palanivelu GUTS’, the autobiography of eminent surgeon...
New Crustacean Genus Indiaphonte bijoyi Discovered in Lakshadweep In January 2026, Researchers from Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat) have discovered an Indiaphonte bijoyi, a new genus and species of microscopic harpacticoid copepod from the Kavaratti lagoon in the islands of Union Territory (UT) Lakshadweep.The new discovery has been published in a paper in ‘Zootaxa’, a major international journal for animal taxonomy.What? Discovery of new microscopic (or, tiny) crustaceanWhere? Kavaratti lagoon in Lakshadweep islandsFamily: Laophontidae within Copepoda className: ‘Indiaphonte bijoyi’Significance: A new genus and a new speciesKey Features: semi-cylindrical, depressed body; antennae-like appendages at the frontAbout New Crustacean:Family: It belongs to the family Laophontidae under the ‘Copepoda’ class.It is considered a new genus because it exhibits unique morphological features that do not match any previously recorded genus with the Laophontidae family.Species Name: This newly discovered crustacean has been named ‘Indiaphonte bijoyi’.Its genus name ‘Indiaphonete’ is named to honour India while its species name ‘bijoyi ’named after S. Bijoy Nandan, Dean, Faculty of Marine Sciences, Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) in Kerala and former Vice-Chancellor of Kannur University.Key Features: This crustacean is essentially an meiofauna that are tiny invertebrate animals less than 1 millimetre (mm) in size living in sediments in aquatic ecosystems.It has a semi-cylindrical, depressed body (wider in the middle and tapering towards the posterior) and antennae-like appendages at the front.The body length of females ranges from 518 to 772 micrometres(μm), which is slightly larger than body length of males (from 508 to 756 μm).
New Crustacean Genus Indiaphonte bijoyi Discovered in Lakshadweep In January 2026, Researchers from Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat) have discovered an Indiaphonte bijoyi, a new genus and species of microscopic harpacticoid copepod from the Kavaratti lagoon in the islands of Union Territory (UT) Lakshadweep.The new discovery has been published in a paper in ‘Zootaxa’, a major international journal for animal taxonomy.What? Discovery of new microscopic (or, tiny) crustaceanWhere? Kavaratti lagoon in Lakshadweep islandsFamily: Laophontidae within Copepoda className: ‘Indiaphonte bijoyi’Significance: A new genus and a new speciesKey Features: semi-cylindrical, depressed body; antennae-like appendages at the frontAbout New Crustacean:Family: It belongs to the family Laophontidae under the ‘Copepoda’ class.It is considered a new genus because it exhibits unique morphological features that do not match any previously recorded genus with the Laophontidae family.Species Name: This newly discovered crustacean has been named ‘Indiaphonte bijoyi’.Its genus name ‘Indiaphonete’ is named to honour India while its species name ‘bijoyi ’named after S. Bijoy Nandan, Dean, Faculty of Marine Sciences, Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) in Kerala and former Vice-Chancellor of Kannur University.Key Features: This crustacean is essentially an meiofauna that are tiny invertebrate animals less than 1 millimetre (mm) in size living in sediments in aquatic ecosystems.It has a semi-cylindrical, depressed body (wider in the middle and tapering towards the posterior) and antennae-like appendages at the front.The body length of females ranges from 518 to 772 micrometres(μm), which is slightly larger than body length of males (from 508 to 756 μm).
New Crustacean Genus Indiaphonte bijoyi Discovered in Lakshadweep In January 2026, Researchers from Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat) have discovered an Indiaphonte bijoyi, a new genus and species of microscopic harpacticoid copepod...
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India’s Olympic Medallist Vijender Singh Appointed as Member of ABCOIn January 2026, the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) announced the appointment of India’s Olympic Medallist and professional boxer Vijender Singh as a member of the Asian Boxing Council (ABCO).What? Appointment of New Member to Asian Boxing CouncilWho? Vijender SinghAnnounced by: BFIKey Accomplishment: India’s 1st Olympic Medallist in BoxingOlympic Career: Bronze Medal (2008 Beijing Olympic Games )About Vijender Singh: Olympic Medal: He scripted history by winning India’s 1st Olympic Medal in Boxing(Bronze medal) at the 2008 Olympic Games held in Beijing, China.Asian Games: He also won a bronze medal at the 2006 Asian Games held in Doha, Qatar and a gold medal at the 2010 Asian Games in Guangzhou, China.CWG Performance: He is a 3-time Commonwealth Games (CWG) medallist, winning silver medal at Melbourne CWG 2006 (Australia), Bronze at Delhi CWG 2010 (India) and Silver at Glasgow 2014 (Scotland).About Asian Boxing Council(ABCO):Operated by: Established in 1985 and headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand, the ABCO functions under the World Boxing Council (WBC).Key Function: It plays a pivotal role in shaping the sport’s competitive and developmental framework and operates across the Asian and Australasian regions.
India’s Olympic Medallist Vijender Singh Appointed as Member of ABCOIn January 2026, the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) announced the appointment of India’s Olympic Medallist and professional boxer Vijender Singh as a member of the Asian Boxing Council (ABCO).What? Appointment of New Member to Asian Boxing CouncilWho? Vijender SinghAnnounced by: BFIKey Accomplishment: India’s 1st Olympic Medallist in BoxingOlympic Career: Bronze Medal (2008 Beijing Olympic Games )About Vijender Singh: Olympic Medal: He scripted history by winning India’s 1st Olympic Medal in Boxing(Bronze medal) at the 2008 Olympic Games held in Beijing, China.Asian Games: He also won a bronze medal at the 2006 Asian Games held in Doha, Qatar and a gold medal at the 2010 Asian Games in Guangzhou, China.CWG Performance: He is a 3-time Commonwealth Games (CWG) medallist, winning silver medal at Melbourne CWG 2006 (Australia), Bronze at Delhi CWG 2010 (India) and Silver at Glasgow 2014 (Scotland).About Asian Boxing Council(ABCO):Operated by: Established in 1985 and headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand, the ABCO functions under the World Boxing Council (WBC).Key Function: It plays a pivotal role in shaping the sport’s competitive and developmental framework and operates across the Asian and Australasian regions.
India’s Olympic Medallist Vijender Singh Appointed as Member of ABCOIn January 2026, the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) announced the appointment of India’s Olympic Medallist and professional boxer Vijender Singh as a member of the Asian Boxing Cou...
Yoweri Museveni Re-elected as President of Uganda for Seventh TermIn January 2026, Uganda’s Electoral Commission announced that 81-year old incumbent President Yoweri Museveni of the National Resistance Movement won the presidential election with 71.65% of the vote, securing a seventh term in office for 5 years from 2026 to 2031.Opposition leader Bobi Wine, a 43-year-old singer-turned-politician representing the National Unity Platform and Uganda’s youthful demographic, received 24.72% of the vote in the 2026 presidential election.What? Re-elected as President of UgandaWho? Yoweri MuseveniVote Share: 71.65 percent (Museveni) and 24.72 percent (Wine).Term? Seventh termTenure: 5 years from 2026 to 2031Known for: Longest-serving African leaders; regional diplomacyAbout Yoweri Museveni:Tenure: Yoweri Museveni has been serving as the leader of Uganda since 1986 and is one of the world’s longest-serving leaders.Rebellion: He led a rebellion against the dictator Idi Amin in 1979.Presidency: He won Uganda’s first direct presidential election and became President in 1996.Awards & HonoursOrder of Katonga (2023): Uganda’s highest military decoration (Nishani ya Katonga), a rare honour recognising extraordinary heroism.Global Peace Award (2018): Conferred by the Global Peace Foundation for his role in promoting peace in the Great Lakes region and across Africa.AfrikaVerein Award (2016): Awarded by the German-Africa Business Association in Berlin for leadership excellence; first African president to receive it.Honorary Doctorates: Received from institutions including the Humphrey School of Public Affairs (USA) and the Latin University of Theology (USA)..About Uganda:Prime Minister (PM) – Robinah NabbanjaCapital– KampalaCurrency– Ugandan Shilling (UGX)
Yoweri Museveni Re-elected as President of Uganda for Seventh TermIn January 2026, Uganda’s Electoral Commission announced that 81-year old incumbent President Yoweri Museveni of the National Resistance Movement won the presidential election with 71.65% of the vote, securing a seventh term in office for 5 years from 2026 to 2031.Opposition leader Bobi Wine, a 43-year-old singer-turned-politician representing the National Unity Platform and Uganda’s youthful demographic, received 24.72% of the vote in the 2026 presidential election.What? Re-elected as President of UgandaWho? Yoweri MuseveniVote Share: 71.65 percent (Museveni) and 24.72 percent (Wine).Term? Seventh termTenure: 5 years from 2026 to 2031Known for: Longest-serving African leaders; regional diplomacyAbout Yoweri Museveni:Tenure: Yoweri Museveni has been serving as the leader of Uganda since 1986 and is one of the world’s longest-serving leaders.Rebellion: He led a rebellion against the dictator Idi Amin in 1979.Presidency: He won Uganda’s first direct presidential election and became President in 1996.Awards & HonoursOrder of Katonga (2023): Uganda’s highest military decoration (Nishani ya Katonga), a rare honour recognising extraordinary heroism.Global Peace Award (2018): Conferred by the Global Peace Foundation for his role in promoting peace in the Great Lakes region and across Africa.AfrikaVerein Award (2016): Awarded by the German-Africa Business Association in Berlin for leadership excellence; first African president to receive it.Honorary Doctorates: Received from institutions including the Humphrey School of Public Affairs (USA) and the Latin University of Theology (USA)..About Uganda:Prime Minister (PM) – Robinah NabbanjaCapital– KampalaCurrency– Ugandan Shilling (UGX)
Yoweri Museveni Re-elected as President of Uganda for Seventh TermIn January 2026, Uganda’s Electoral Commission announced that 81-year old incumbent President Yoweri Museveni of the National Resistance Movement won the presidential election with 71....
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