People, Positions and Obituaries · 30 January 2026

Brig. Rakesh Kumar Bora paid tribute to martyrs during foundation day of 5th Bihar Battalion.

Exam-focused facts from the 30 January 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • Brig. Rakesh Kumar Bora paid tribute to martyrs on 28 January 2026.
  • The event was held at Bihar Regiment Centre, Danapur in Patna, India.
  • The tribute was part of the foundation day celebrations of the 5th Bihar Battalion.

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