Latest General Knowledge Facts - 1st junuary 2026

• Indian Spinner Deepti Sharma Breaks Record in Women's T20: Deepti Sharma, the Indian spinner, created a record in the 5th Women's T20 International match against Sri Lanka. She became the highest wicket-taker in Women's T20 International cricket, with 152 wickets, surpassing Australia's Megan Schutt.
• First ITVISMA Gene Therapy in Abu Dhabi: The first ITVISMA gene therapy was administered in Abu Dhabi. This therapy is designed for the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy, a condition affecting the spinal cord's nerve cells. The injection is for patients over the age of 2 years.
• India Surpasses Japan to Become the 4th Largest Economy: India has surpassed Japan to become the world’s 4th largest economy. India's nominal GDP has reached 4.18 trillion dollars. Now, only the USA, China, and Germany are ahead of India.
• Donald Trump to Receive Israel Prize in 2026: US President Donald Trump will be awarded the prestigious Israel Prize in 2026, Israel's highest civilian honor. This marks the first time the prize is being awarded to a non-Israeli citizen, breaking a long-standing tradition.
• AI Research Institute to Be Built in GIFT City, Gujarat: Gujarat's Gandhinagar will be home to the Indian Research Organization (IRO), India’s first state-led AI research institute. The institute will be registered as a Section 8 company.