Weekly Current Affairs (18th January to 24th January 2026)

Weekly Current Affairs (18th January to 24th January 2026)

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Category : International Published on: January 25 2026

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  • Bill Gates has initiated the closure process of the Gates Foundation, which is set to wind up by 2045 after spending nearly $200 billion.
  • Iraq has confirmed the complete withdrawal of U.S.-led coalition forces from its federal territory, moving towards bilateral security cooperation with the US.
  • China’s population declined for the fourth straight year in 2025 due to falling birth rates and rising deaths.
  • Japan has initiated steps to restart the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant as part of its shift toward cleaner energy.
  • The Election Commission of India will host the first IICDEM 2026 conference in New Delhi with delegates from over 70 countries.
  • The World Economic Forum barred Iran’s Foreign Minister from the Davos summit over human rights concerns.
  • The UK has approved China’s plan to build Europe’s largest embassy in London despite security concerns.
  • Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni secured a seventh term after winning 71.65% of votes in a tense election.
  • India has declared its Dhaka mission a non-family posting due to security concerns and rising tensions ahead of Bangladesh elections.
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