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Current Affairs 17 January 2026

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  • India Invites Top EU Leaders as Chief Guests for 77th Republic Day
  • BJP Leads in Over 1300 Seats in Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Elections

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India Invites Top EU Leaders as Chief Guests for 77th Republic Day

India has invited top European Union leaders to be chief guests for the 77th Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2026, in New Delhi. This move signals deepening diplomatic ties between India and the EU. It comes amid progress in ongoing trade deal negotiations with the EU bloc. The invitation highlights India's strategic outreach to Europe ahead of key festivities. This development is part of broader efforts to strengthen bilateral relations.

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BJP Leads in Over 1300 Seats in Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Elections

In the Maharashtra State Election Commission municipal corporation elections, BJP has taken a strong lead, securing over 1300 seats. The results indicate significant gains for the party in local body polls. This development reflects ongoing political dynamics in the state. Counting continued across various corporations, with BJP dominating early trends. The outcome could influence state-level politics ahead of future elections.

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In which state's municipal corporation elections did BJP lead in over 1300 seats?

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