Current Affairs 17 January 2026 | Daily GK for UPSC, SSC, Banking & State Exams #upscexam #affairs

🌍 International Affairs Iran’s Supreme Leader blames former U.S. President Trump for fueling deadly protests. A new United Nations treaty on marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction has entered into force. UN Secretary-General Guterres warns of forces undermining global cooperation and multilateralism. Ecuador deploys ~10,000 troops in coastal provinces against organized crime. U.S. alerts airlines to exercise caution over military activity in parts of Latin America. Poland plans to expand its army to 500,000 troops amid Russia tensions. White House names members of a Gaza “Board of Peace” for ceasefire transition. Ukraine’s capital Kyiv faces electricity shortages due to Russian strikes. Iran may permanently sever from the global internet; activists report government plans. Venezuelan oil deal: U.S. agrees to buy ~50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude. 🇮🇳 National (India) India surpasses 400 million 5G users, becoming second largest base globally. PM Modi launches Vande Bharat Sleeper Train on the Howrah-Guwahati route. Karnataka govt launches Gruha Lakshmi Digital Marketing portal for women entrepreneurs. Praveen Vashista appointed Vigilance Commissioner of CVC. ED attaches properties worth ₹10.86 crore in Haryana land fraud case. Indian Army inducts Belarusian Berkut-BM high-speed strike drone. India–Japan strategic dialogue emphasises stronger bilateral ties. Central govt reviews education and skill development schemes to improve youth employability. Indian Coast Guard seizes Pakistani fishing boat in Arabian Sea. MoD places ₹404 cr order with Zen Technologies for anti-drone and simulator systems. 🇮🇳 Indian Politics & Governance National Highways Authority pilot alert system for sudden cattle movement to reduce accidents. PM Modi condoles the death of Mohan Lal Mittal, father of Lakshmi Mittal. BMC election results: Mahayuti alliance wins 25 of 29 municipal bodies. 🧊 Weather & Environment IMD warns of dense fog and cold waves across North India till Jan 22. Snowfall and rain expected in Western Himalayas due to western disturbance. Finke River in Australia declared the world’s oldest surviving river (~350 million years). 🧐 Science & Technology ChatGPT begins testing advertisements on its platform (tech news). Vivo X200T smartphone specifications leaked. 💰 Economy & Business Amazon–Flipkart Great Republic Day Sale begins with major discounts. India remains on path of digital economic growth with rapid 5G expansion. Road safety awareness campaign launched nationwide. 🏛 Republic Day 2026 Preparations Flight disruptions likely at Delhi’s IGI Airport between Jan 21–26 due to Republic Day airspace restrictions. Republic Day 2026 will commemorate 150 years of “Vande Mataram” in celebrations. 🏆 Sports ICC names Laura Wolvaardt Women’s Player of the Month (Dec 2025). Mitchell Starc named ICC Men’s Player of the Month (Dec 2025). WPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Giants by 32 runs. India vs Bangladesh match in ICC U19 World Cup 2026 played today. 🧠 Awards & Recognition American biologist Toby Kiers wins Tyler Prize for ecosystem research. Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado gives her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump. 📅 Important Days India observed 10th Defence Forces Veterans’ Day on 14 Jan 2026. 📌 One-Liners / Miscellaneous Berkeley Earth: 2025 warmest La Niña year on record. India and Israel sign joint declaration on fisheries and aquaculture cooperation. 🧑‍⚖️ Royal / Other UK royal engagements recorded in the Court Circular (Jan 16). 📺 Weekly / Exam Resources UPSC current affairs and quizzes for 11–17 Jan 2026 available. Daily UPSC Prelims & Mains current affairs summaries published for 17 Jan 2026. 📌 Quick One-Line Current Affairs (Summary) Dense fog disrupts travel in North India. Iran protests death toll exceeds 3,000. India’s 5G users cross 400 million. New UN high seas biodiversity treaty in force. Flight disruptions expected around Republic Day.