On January 18, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributed over 65 lakh property cards under the SVAMITVA Scheme to beneficiaries across 50,000 villages in 10 states and 2 Union Territories, marking a significant milestone in rural empowerment and governance in India. Objective: The scheme aimed to empower rural India by providing Record of Rights to…
Pixxel Space, a Bengaluru-based startup backed by Google, launched its first private satellite constellation, Firefly, on January 14, 2025, using a SpaceX rocket from California. Key Features: Firefly consists of six satellites, making it the world’s highest-resolution commercial hyperspectral imaging constellation. The satellites observe Earth in over 150 spectral bands, capturing detailed data for various…
Q.: What is the name of the mission under which India achieved its first space docking? A. Chandrayaan-4B. GaganyaanC. SpaDeXD. Mangalyaan Q.: Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, held from January 17 to January 22, 2025, is related to which sector/industry? a) Healthcareb) Automotive and Mobilityc) Information Technologyd) Real Estate Q.: What is the highest sporting…
National Sports Awards 2024 conferred by President Droupadi Murmu on 17 January 2025 at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi. Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award: Dronacharya Award: for Coaches: Arjuna Award: Given to 32 sportspersons, including: Lifetime Arjuna Awards: Recipients: Sucha Singh (Athletics) and Murlikant Petkar (Para-swimming). MAKA Trophy: Awarded to Chandigarh University for being the…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 on January 17, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The six-day event, held across multiple venues in the National Capital Region, including Bharat Mandapam, Yashobhoomi, and the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, runs from January 17 to January 22, 2025. This significant automotive…
On 16 January 2025, ISRO announced that India successfully achieved space docking under the SpaDeX mission, becoming the fourth country in the world to do so, after Russia, the USA, and China. Mission Details: The mission demonstrated the docking, undocking, and power transfer capabilities between two satellites in low-Earth orbit. It involved maneuvering, precise docking,…
Q.: When is the term of the 7th Pay Commission expected to end? A. 2024B. 2025C. 2026D. 2027 Q.: Who will be the Chief Guest at India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations in 2025? A. Joko Widodo, Former President of IndonesiaB. Prabowo Subianto, President of IndonesiaC. Lee Hsien Loong, Prime Minister of SingaporeD. Mahathir Mohamad, Former…
India has secured the 2nd spot in the QS World Future Skills Index released in January 2025, highlighting its excellence in digital skills and readiness for future job markets, particularly in AI, digital technology, and green industries. Key findings include: Second Place Ranking: India is just behind the United States in digital skills, showcasing an…
Third Launch Pad at Sriharikota: On 16 January 2025, Cabinet approved a Third Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, at a cost of ₹3985 crore. The project aims to support Next Generation Launch Vehicles, human spaceflight missions, and increase launch capacity for ISRO.
President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, will be the Chief Guest at India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations in 2025. Invited by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Subianto will visit India on January 25-26, marking his first visit since taking office in October 2024. The visit will focus on strengthening bilateral ties and addressing regional and global…
8th Pay Commission Announcement: The government announced the setting up of the 8th Pay Commission for central government employees and pensioners on 16 January 2025. 7th Pay Commission term ends in 2026. The commission will benefit over 45 lakh employees and 68 lakh pensioners.
Q.: The US has removed sanctions on which three Indian entities in January 2025? a) ISRO, DRDO, and HALb) BARC, IREL, and IGCARc) Tata Group, ONGC, and NTPCd) NALCO, BHEL, and GAIL Q.: In which event is “Sanskriti ka Mahakumbh” held from January 16 to February 24, 2025? a) Diwali Mela b) Holi Festival c)…
Inauguration of Fast Track Immigration: Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the ‘Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP)’ on 16 January 2025 at airports in Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Cochin, and Ahmedabad. Objective: The programme aims to provide seamless and secure world-class immigration facilities for international travellers. Registration Process: Applicants must register…
India’s Record-Breaking Victory: In Women’s Cricket, India achieved its largest-ever win by 304 runs against Ireland in the 3rd ODI in Rajkot, Gujarat, on 15 January 2025. India won the three-match series 3-0. Historic Batting Performance: India score 435/5 in 50 overs—its highest-ever ODI total and the fourth-highest in Women’s cricket history. Smriti Mandhana scored…
Sanskriti ka Mahakumbh is a grand cultural festival held during the Maha Kumbh Mela, from January 16 to February 24, 2025. It showcases India’s rich cultural heritage through performances by artists nationwide. Highlights include: Traditional folk performances like Nautanki, Alha singing, and tribal folk dances will also be featured, highlighting India’s diverse cultural traditions. It’s…
Sanctions lifted on Indian entities: The US has removed sanctions on three Indian entities—Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Indian Rare Earths Ltd (IREL), and Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR). Reason for lifting sanctions: The sanctions, imposed during the Cold War era, were lifted to enhance US foreign policy goals, support shared energy security needs, and…
Q.: What is the expected total strength of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) after the the creation of two new battalions in January 2025? A) Nearly 1 lakh B) Nearly 1.5 lakh C) Nearly 2 lakh D) Nearly 2.5 lakh Q.: Who was the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army? A) General FRR…
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has arrived in New Delhi on a five-day state visit to India starting from 15 January 2025. He was welcomed by Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada at the airport. As part of his delegation, President Tharman is accompanied by ministers, Members of Parliament, and officials. During his…
Army Day is celebrated annually on January 15 to honor the soldiers and acknowledge their contributions to the nation’s security. The day commemorates the historic moment in 1949 when General KM Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, taking over from General Sir FRR Bucher, the last British Commander-in-Chief. The celebration includes…
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the creation of two new battalions for the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) to enhance its capacity and manage increasing security demands. Each battalion will consist of 1,025 personnel, bringing the total number of CISF battalions from 13 to 15 and creating over 2,000 new jobs. The…
Q.: What zodiac sign does the Sun enter on Makar Sankranti? a) Ariesb) Capricornc) Librad) Scorpio Q.: In which Indian state is Makar Sankranti celebrated as Pongal? a) Gujaratb) Maharashtrac) Tamil Nadud) Punjab Q.: Where is the Sonamarg Tunnel located? a) Punjabb) Himachal Pradeshc) Jammu & Kashmird) Uttarakhand Q.: Who became the highest individual scorer…
On January 13, 2024, Ira Jadhav from Mumbai became the highest individual scorer in Women’s Under 19 One Day Trophy history. The 14-year-old prodigy played an unbeaten inning of 346 runs off 157 balls against Meghalaya at the Alur Cricket Stadium in Bengaluru. Her extraordinary performance, which included 42 fours and 16 sixes, led Mumbai…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sonamarg Tunnel in Central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on January 13, 2025. Key attendees included Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari and Dr. Jitendra Singh, J&K Lt. Gov. Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, other senior officials, and Tunnel Project Officials. The Sonamarg Tunnel significantly reduces travel time to 20-25 minutes between…
Makar Sankranti is a vibrant Hindu festival celebrated across India, marking the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makara). This festival, typically falling on January 14th, symbolizes the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of longer days. It is a day filled with joyous activities such as kite flying,…
Q.: Who is leading the Indian men’s team in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025?a) Pratik Waikarb) Priyanka Inglec) Rohit Sharmad) Arjun Hegde Q.: Who has been named the captain of the Indian T20I team for the series against England?a) Rohit Sharmab) Hardik Pandyac) Suryakumar Yadavd) Virat Kohli Q.: Which prominent figure’s birth anniversary is…
India has joined the UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics. Purpose: The committee focuses on setting global standards and practices for using big data and data science in official statistics. India’s Contribution: India will showcase its initiatives, such as the establishment of the Data Innovation Lab and the…
The Maha Kumbh, the world’s largest spiritual and cultural gathering, began on 13 January 2025 in Prayagraj with the Amrit Snan on Paush Poornima. Millions of devotees are taking holy dips at the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. This year’s event is significant due to a rare celestial alignment…
National Youth Day is celebrated on January 12th each year in India. This day commemorates the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, a key figure in the Indian liberation struggle known for his teachings on youth empowerment. The day aims to: Inspire youth in their journey of self-development and societal contributions.Promote Vivekananda’s values of harmony and…
The BCCI has announced a 15-member squad for the five-match T20I series against England, starting on 22 January 2025 in Kolkata. Suryakumar Yadav will captain the team, with Axar Patel as vice-captain. Mohammed Shami returns to the squad after over a year, joined by players like Sanju Samson, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, and Tilak Varma….
The inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 began on 13 January 2025 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi, supported by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA). The tournament features 20 men’s and 19 women’s teams. India’s men’s team, led by Pratik Waikar, is in Group A alongside Nepal, Peru, Brazil, and Bhutan. The women’s…