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Current Affairs 23 July 2026
National Broadcasting Day 2026
Why in News?
Every year, 23 July is observed as National Broadcasting Day in India. The day commemorates the country’s first-ever radio broadcast, made on 23 July 1927 by the Indian Broadcasting Company in Bombay (now Mumbai).
Key Highlights
- The day marks the evolution of broadcasting in India from radio to the digital era.
- India’s first official radio broadcast took place on 23 July 1927.
- All India Radio (AIR) was established on 8 June 1936.
- AIR was renamed Akashvani in 1957.
- Official FM broadcasting began on 23 July 1977 in Chennai.
- AIR currently broadcasts programmes in 23 languages and numerous dialects.
- India has one of the world’s largest public broadcasting networks.
NSA Ajit Doval to Receive Prestigious Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026
Why in News?
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has been selected for the Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to strengthening India’s national security framework.
Key Highlights
- The announcement was made on 21 July 2026 by the Tilak Smarak Trust.
- The award ceremony will be held on 1 August 2026 in Pune.
- The award will be presented by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
- The Trust recognised Ajit Doval for:
- Strengthening India’s national security framework.
- Leading strategic security initiatives.
- Improving coordination among intelligence agencies.
- Contributions to counter-terrorism.
- Protecting India’s strategic interests.
Indian Railways Becomes World’s Second-Most Electrified Railway Network
Why in News?
Indian Railways has achieved 99.6% electrification of its broad-gauge railway network as of 22 July 2026, making it the second-most electrified large railway network in the world, behind Switzerland.
Key Highlights
- Railway electrification uses electric traction through overhead equipment and other power systems.
- Between 2014 and 2026, Indian Railways electrified 48,072 route kilometres.
- Before 2014, only 21,801 route kilometres had been electrified over six decades.
- Diesel consumption reduced from 293 crore litres (2015–16) to 108 crore litres (2024–25).
- This reduction lowered dependence on imported fuel.
- By June 2026, Indian Railways had commissioned:
- 1,161 MW Solar Power
- 103 MW Wind Power
- All new railway projects now include integrated electrification infrastructure.
Lovlina Borgohain Assures India’s First Commonwealth Games 2026 Medal
Why in News?
Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain has assured India of its first medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow after receiving a bye into the semifinals of the women’s 75 kg boxing event.
Key Highlights
- Lovlina is guaranteed at least a bronze medal.
- The Commonwealth Games opening ceremony is scheduled for 23 July 2026.
- Boxing awards bronze medals to both losing semifinalists.
- Lovlina competes in the 75 kg women’s category.
- She is scheduled to begin her campaign on 31 July 2026.
- India has sent a 124-member contingent to Glasgow.
- The contingent is competing in 10 sports.
- The Commonwealth Games are a multi-sport event involving nations of the Commonwealth.
Killai Becomes Tamil Nadu’s First Climate-Resilient Village
Why in News?
Killai village in Cuddalore district became Tamil Nadu’s first fully operational Climate-Resilient Village on 22 July 2026 under the Tamil Nadu Climate Change Mission.
Key Highlights
- The project was implemented by the Department of Environment and Climate Change.
- It focuses on:
- Ecosystem restoration.
- Renewable energy.
- Community-led climate action.
- The Climate Resilient Villages Programme was launched during 2022–23.
- The programme covers 11 districts and 11 identified villages.
- It addresses:
- Cyclones.
- Sea-level rise.
- Saline intrusion.
- Coastal erosion.
- Biodiversity loss.
- It also promotes sustainable livelihoods for fishing communities.
- Mangroves are used for shoreline protection and ecosystem restoration.
- The project also includes renewable energy installations such as:
- Solar panels.
- Solar street lights.
- Solar-powered storage systems.
- The programme also addresses the management of the invasive plant species Prosopis juliflora.
Review Questions
1. National Broadcasting Day is observed every year on which date in India?
A) 21 July
B) 22 July
C) 23 July
D) 24 July
Answer: C) 23 July
2. India’s first official radio broadcast was made by the Indian Broadcasting Company in:
A) 1936
B) 1947
C) 1927
D) 1957
Answer: C) 1927
3. All India Radio (AIR) was renamed as ______ in 1957.
A) Doordarshan
B) Akashvani
C) Bharati Radio
D) Prasar Bharati
Answer: B) Akashvani
4. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has been selected to receive which prestigious award in 2026?
A) Bharat Ratna
B) Padma Vibhushan
C) Lokmanya Tilak National Award
D) Chanakya Award
Answer: C) Lokmanya Tilak National Award
5. The Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026 will be presented to Ajit Doval in:
A) Mumbai
B) New Delhi
C) Pune
D) Nagpur
Answer: C) Pune
6. As of 22 July 2026, Indian Railways achieved what percentage of broad-gauge electrification?
A) 95.5%
B) 97.8%
C) 99.6%
D) 100%
Answer: C) 99.6%
7. Which country ranks ahead of India as the world’s most electrified large railway network?
A) Germany
B) Japan
C) Switzerland
D) France
Answer: C) Switzerland
8. Lovlina Borgohain is assured of at least which medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026?
A) Gold
B) Silver
C) Bronze
D) No medal yet
Answer: C) Bronze
9. Killai became Tamil Nadu’s first fully operational ______ on 22 July 2026.
A) Smart Village
B) Solar Village
C) Climate-Resilient Village
D) Model Village
Answer: C) Climate-Resilient Village
10. The Climate Resilient Villages Programme of Tamil Nadu was launched during:
A) 2019–20
B) 2020–21
C) 2021–22
D) 2022–23
Answer: D) 2022–23
