- National:
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- The Skillhub Online Games Federation and Global Esports Federation announced their partnership on January 28, 2025, to bring the Global Esports Tour 2025 to India. The event is scheduled for March 15-17, 2025, in Mumbai. This marks the first-ever Global Esports Tournament in India.
- On January 29, 2025, the Punjab State Health Department, Punjab Police, and Alliance India announced a collaboration to combat drug abuse. They held a Stakeholder Consultation to discuss strategies for empowering women in the fight against drugs. The initiative aims to make Punjab a drug-free state.
- On January 27, 2025, the government announced the 'One Nation, One Time' initiative. It aims to standardize Indian Standard Time (IST) across all sectors and transition to India's regional navigation system, Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC), for time synchronization. This initiative seeks to enhance economic efficiency and national security.
- On January 29, 2025, the official logo and mascot for the 23rd National Para Athletics Championship 2025 were unveiled in Chennai. The championship will take place from February 17 to 20, 2025, and will feature over 1,700 para-athletes from across India.
- International:
- On January 27, 2025, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan declared 2025 as the Year of Community under the slogan "Hand in Hand". The initiative aims to foster unity and empowerment, focusing on family bonds, cultural heritage, and community service.
- Banking:
- On January 28, 2025, Paytm launched the 'Receive Money QR Widget' for Android users. This widget allows users to display their QR code on their home screen for instant payment collection without opening the app.
- The Ministry of MSMEs, in collaboration with Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), launched the TEAM initiative on January 29, 2025. With a budget of ₹277.35 crore, the program aims to onboard 5 lakh MSMEs onto the ONDC network. It focuses on digital empowerment and market expansion for MSMEs.
- On January 29, 2025, the Industrial Finance Corporation of India (IFCI) board approved a preferential issuance of 8.07 crore equity shares, valued at ₹500 crore, to the Central Government. This move, pending shareholder approval on February 28, 2025, aims to increase the government's stake in IFCI from the existing 71.72%.
- The State Bank of India (SBI) launched a unique training program for women on January 29, 2025. Conducted through SBI's 153 Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETIs), this program aims to empower approximately 5,200 women by providing diverse training modules. The initiative focuses on fostering economic independence and self-reliance among rural women.
- On January 29, 2025, the government approved the National Critical Mineral Mission with an outlay of ₹34,300 crore over seven years. The initiative aims to promote the exploration and production of critical minerals such as copper, lithium, and rare earth elements. These minerals are essential for clean energy technologies and high-tech industries.
- MobiKwik became India's first fintech to roll out the e-rupee (e₹) wallet on January 28, 2025, in partnership with RBI and Yes Bank. The wallet supports peer-to-peer (P2P) and peer-to-merchant (P2M) transactions.
- On January 24, 2025, RBL Bank and Piramal Finance announced a strategic partnership for their co-lending business. This collaboration aims to offer loans to middle- and low-income borrowers in rural and semi-urban areas.
- Science & Technology:
- On January 21, 2025, South Africa's MeerKAT Telescope discovered the "Inkathazo" Galaxy, a giant radio galaxy spanning 3.3 million light-years. This galaxy, 32 times the size of the Milky Way, features peculiar plasma jets and is located in a galaxy cluster, making it a unique and intriguing find.
- On January 23, 2025, NASA discovered LID-568, a low-mass supermassive black hole. This black hole existed just 1.5 billion years after the Big Bang and feeds on surrounding matter at a rate 40 times higher than the Eddington limit.
- On January 29, 2025, ISRO successfully completed its 100th mission with the launch of GSLV-F15 carrying the NVS-02 navigation satellite from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. This milestone marks a significant achievement, showcasing ISRO's growing capabilities in space exploration and technology.
- Apps & Portals:
- On January 28, 2025, PNB unveiled India's first real-time National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) solution. This integration with Clari5 enhances fraud prevention and complaint management across banking channels. It seamlessly connects with the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C).
- Important Days:
- January 29 is celebrated as Indian Newspaper Day to honor the first publication of The Bengal Gazette in 1780. The 2025 theme is "Role of Print Media in the Digital Age," emphasizing newspapers' ongoing importance.
- January 30 is observed as Martyrs' Day or Shaheed Diwas in India, commemorating the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi in 1948. The 2025 theme is "Remembering the Sacrifices, Upholding the Values," emphasizing the values of peace, unity, and patriotism embodied by Gandhi and other freedom fighters.
- Appointments & Resignations:
- Deshnee Naidoo was appointed as the first CEO of Vedanta Resources on January 20, 2025. This is her second tenure with the company. She brings over 27 years of experience in the resources business. Vedanta aims to become a $100 billion critical minerals, energy, and technology company.
- Maruti Suzuki reappointed Hisashi Takeuchi as MD and CEO on January 29, 2025. His new term begins on April 1, 2025. Takeuchi's previous term started on April 1, 2022. He has been with Suzuki Motor Corporation since 1986.
- On January 28, 2025, ICC CEO Geoff Allardice announced his decision to step down from his position. His tenure saw significant achievements, and he will conclude his role just before the Champions Trophy.
- On January 25, 2025, KRBL Ltd. appointed Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan as the brand ambassador for its India Gate basmati rice brand. This collaboration aims to strengthen the brand's global presence and connection with consumers.
- Books:
- A biography titled "Soumitra Chatterjee and His World (Vintage)" by Sanghamitra Chakraborty was released in West Bengal on January 24, 2025. The book explores the life and work of the legendary actor Soumitra Chatterjee, including his contributions to cinema, literature, and art.
- Obituaries:
- Renowned sculptor Latika Katt passed away on January 25, 2025, at the age of 76 in Jaipur. Known for her stone carving and bronze sculpting skills, her works drew inspiration from human anatomy and nature
- Greg Bell, the 1956 Olympic long jump champion, passed away on January 25, 2025, at the age of 94. He was known for his impressive leaps, including a personal best of 8.10 meters, and was also a respected dentist who served for 50 years.
Questions:
1. What is the name of the satellite launched by GSLV-F15 during ISRO’s 100th mission?
- A) GSAT-24
- B) RISAT-2B
- C) NVS-02
- D) Cartosat-3
2.Who is the author of the biography "Soumitra Chatterjee and His World (Vintage)"?
- A) Anirban Bhattacharya
- B) Sanghamitra Chakraborty
- C) Gautam Ghose
- D) Suman Ghosh
