The 21st edition of the Third Eye Asian Film Festival will be held from January 10 to January 16, 2025, in Mumbai and Thane. The festival will showcase 61 films from various Asian countries, including China, Malaysia, and South Korea. It will open with the award-winning Chinese film The Black Dog. Special highlights include a…
Dr. Syed Anwar Khursheed, a renowned Indian physician in Saudi Arabia, has been awarded the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award 2025. This prestigious honor recognizes his outstanding contributions to healthcare, community welfare, and fostering India-Saudi Arabia relations. With over 45 years of medical experience, Dr. Khursheed has been instrumental during the COVID-19 pandemic, supported Indian pilgrims…
Q.: What natural factor has contributed to the intensity of the wildfires in Los Angeles in January 2025? a) Heavy rainfallb) Santa Ana windsc) Snowstormsd) Earthquakes Q.: Which organization led the Indian delegation, comprising 125 companies, at ArabPlast 2025 in Dubai, emphasizing sustainable manufacturing solutions and circular economy initiatives? a) Ministry of Commerceb) PLEXCONCILc) Confederation…
The Ministry of Defence announced that around 10,000 special guests will witness the 76th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on January 26. These guests, known as the “architects of Swarnim Bharat,” are recognized for their contributions to various government schemes. They include sarpanches, disaster relief workers, water warriors, handloom and handicraft artisans,…
The 17th edition of ArabPlast, West Asia’s premier trade exhibition for plastics and petrochemicals, opened on January 7, 2025, in Dubai, with India emerging as a key player in sustainable manufacturing. Running through January 9, 2025, the event has attracted over 750 exhibitors from 12 international pavilions, focusing on innovations in plastics, recycling, petrochemicals, packaging,…
Wildfires have been wreaking havoc in Los Angeles recently, causing widespread destruction and forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. The Palisades Fire, which started on January 7, 2025, in the Pacific Palisades area, has been particularly devastating, destroying over 17,000 acres and 1,000 structures. The Eaton Fire, which also started on January 7, 2025, in…
Q.: Who became the President of Ghana in January, 2025? A) Nana Akufo-AddoB) John KufuorC) John Dramani MahamaD) Jerry John Rawlings Q.:What is the projected GDP growth rate for India in the fiscal year 2024-25, as per the National Statistics Office (NSO)? A) 5.4%B) 6.4%C) 7.4%D) 8.4% Q.: Where was the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas…
Indusfood 2025, held from January 8 to 10 at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, is Asia’s premier Food and Beverage Trade Show. Organized by the Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI), this event featured 1,800 exhibitors from 30 countries. Union Minister Chirag Paswan inaugurated the event, highlighting the importance of the processed food…
The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) was celebrated from January 8 to 10, 2025, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. This flagship event, organized by the Government of India, recognizes the contributions of the Indian diaspora to the nation’s development. The theme for this year was “Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat” (Developed India). Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to grow at 6.4% in the fiscal year 2024-25, as per the first advance estimates by the National Statistics Office (NSO). Nominal GDP has witnessed a growth rate of 9.7%. In the previous fiscal year, GDP growth was 8.2%, while Nominal GDP growth was 9.6%. Real Gross Value…
John Dramani Mahama was sworn in as President of Ghana on January 7, 2025. This marked his return to office after winning the December 2024 presidential election with 56.55% of the vote. Born in 1958 in Ghana’s Savannah region, Mahama previously served as Ghana’s president from 2012 to 2017. He pledged that his government would…
IndiaAI, an Independent Business Division under Digital India Corporation, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Microsoft on January 8, 2025, to boost Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption and development in India. This collaboration aligns with the core objectives of the India AI Mission. Here are the key highlights: Skilling 500,000 individuals: By 2026, Microsoft will work…
Q.: Who has been elected as the new President of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI)? a) Adille Sumariwallab) Sandeep Mehtac) Bahadur Singh Sagood) Neeraj Chopra Q.: Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of ISRO? a) S Somanathb) V Narayananc) K Sivand) R Madhavan Q.: What is the voter population for the Delhi…
The Indian Railways has completed the Anji Khad Bridge, India’s first cable-stayed rail bridge, as part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) Project. Location: The bridge is situated in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, connecting Katra and Reasi. Key Features: Length: 725.5 meters, Height: 331 meters above the riverbed, with the main pylon…
Delhi Assembly Elections Schedule: Polling for the 70-member Delhi Assembly will be held on 5th February, and counting will take place on 8th February 2025. Notification Dates: Notification for Delhi Assembly elections will be issued on 10th January, with the last date for nominations on 17th January. Polling Stations: 13,033 polling stations will be set…
V Narayanan appointed as the new Chairman of ISRO and Secretary of the Department of Space. He will assume office on January 14, succeeding S Somanath. V Narayanan currently serves as the Director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) of ISRO in Valiamala, Kerala. He is a distinguished scientist with nearly four decades of…
Bahadur Singh Sagoo (Asian Games champion in Men’s Shot Put) elected as the new President of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI). Election announced during the two-day Annual General Assembly Meeting in Chandigarh (7 January 2025). Bahadur Singh succeeds Adille Sumariwalla, who served as AFI President since 2012. Sandeep Mehta, former senior joint secretary, elected…
The eighth Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge, LSAM 22 (Yard 132), was inducted in Indian Navy on 06 Jan 2025 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai. The Chief Guest was Cmde Vinay Venkataram, Officer-in-Charge, Fleet Maintenance Unit (Mumbai). The contract for 11 ACTCM Barges was awarded to M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt. Ltd., Thane, on 05…
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on January 6, 2025, citing internal government conflicts. He will remain in office until the Liberal Party selects a new leader. His resignation follows dissatisfaction with his leadership and the recent departure of the finance minister. The Canadian Parliament will be suspended until March 24 for the…
On 6th January 2025, Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. They discussed technology, innovation, and artificial intelligence. Shri Modi expressed enthusiasm about Microsoft’s expansion and investment plans in India, calling the meeting a delightful and insightful discussion.
Q.: Who won the Under-17 Girls’ Singles title at the British Junior Open Squash Tournament in 2025? A) Ruqayya SalemB) Anahat SinghC) Malika El KaraksyD) Nadia Tamer Q.: What is the primary purpose of the Bharatpol portal? a) Streamlining domestic criminal investigations b) Enhancing international cooperation in criminal investigations c) Monitoring local law enforcement activities…
The 15th edition of Aero India 2025, Asia’s largest aero show, will be held at the Air Force Station, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, from 10th to 14th February 2025. Themed “The Runway to a Billion Opportunities”, the event aims to foster partnerships between Indian and foreign firms, accelerate indigenisation, and showcase advanced aerospace technologies. Schedule: Key Highlights:…
The Bharatpol portal is a new initiative developed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in India. It was launched by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on January 7, 2025. The portal aims to streamline international cooperation in criminal investigations by enabling real-time information sharing among Indian law enforcement agencies and their international counterparts through…
Anahat Singh, a 16-year-old top-seed Indian squash player, won the Under-17 Girls’ Singles title at the British Junior Open 2025 in Birmingham, England, on 6 January 2025. She defeated Malika El Karaksy of Egypt in the final with a score of 3-2 (4-11, 11-9, 6-11, 11-5, 11-3), coming from behind twice. This is Anahat’s third…
Launch Date and Location: India’s First Organic Fisheries Cluster announced on January 6, 2025, in the Soreng district of Sikkim. Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh announced the launch at the Northeastern Region States Meet 2025 in Guwahati. Initiative: Part of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) aiming for sustainable and eco-friendly aquaculture. Organic Focus:…
First Case in India: An eight-month-old baby has been detected with Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Bengaluru, marking India’s first case amid a surge in such cases in China. The child has no travel history. Government Response: The Karnataka Health Department confirmed the case, and it was reported to the Union Health Ministry. The Ministry assures…
India’s metro systems have revolutionized urban travel, expanding to cover over 1,000 km across 11 states and 23 cities, making India the third-largest metro network globally after China and the United States. This milestone was achieved with the launch of several metro development projects by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 5, 2025. Key Projects…
Q.: Which station connects the Namo Bharat Train to the Metro’s Blue and Pink lines? A. SahibabadB. Anand ViharC. New Ashok NagarD. Ghaziabad Q.: Who won the Men’s 10-meter Air Pistol finals in the 67th National Shooting Championship 2024? a) Pradhyumn Singh b) Varun Tomar c) Aakash Bhardwaj d) Chirag Sharma Q.: What is the…
The French Navy’s nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, Charles De Gaulle, arrived in Goa on January 4, 2025, to participate in the 42nd annual bilateral naval exercise Varuna with the Indian Navy. The French Carrier Strike Group, including Rafale Marine fighter aircraft, received a ceremonial welcome at Goa’s Mormugao port. The exercise aims to enhance interoperability, foster…
In the 67th National Shooting Championship 2024, Varun Tomar of the Indian Army emerged as the national shooting champion by winning the Men’s 10-meter Air Pistol finals at Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi on January 5, 2025. His teammate, Pradhyumn Singh, won the Silver medal, while Aakash Bhardwaj from Rajasthan secured the…