Page-18 of GKToday Archives: January, 2025

Gaza Faces Hypothermia Crisis Amid Ongoing Conflict

January 2, 2025

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has intensified due to severe cold weather. In just one week, six infants have succumbed to hypothermia. The ongoing conflict has restricted access to essential winter aid and medical support. Over 45,500 lives have been ..

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 2, 2025

January 2, 2025

1. MeerKAT radio telescope, which was seen in news, is located in which country? [A] Australia[B] Russia[C] South Africa[D] China Show Answer Correct Answer: C [South Africa] Notes:Researchers using South Africa’s MeerKAT radio telescope detected a loud gravitational wave background ..

Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam 2024 Replaces Aircraft Act of 1934

January 2, 2025

The ‘Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam 2024’ is a transformative piece of legislation that replaces the outdated ‘Aircraft Act of 1934’. This new Act comes into effect on January 1, 2025, and aims to enhance passenger rights and attract investment in the ..

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What is “Blood Money” in Sharia Law?

January 2, 2025

Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse from Kerala, is on death row in Yemen for the 2017 killing of a Yemeni national. The Yemeni President, Rashad al-Alimi, has approved the death sentence, which is set to be executed within a month. ..

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Water Surges in Rajasthan’s Desert Town

January 2, 2025

On December 28, 2023, a surprising event unfolded in Mohangarh, Rajasthan. During a tubewell drilling operation, water unexpectedly gushed from the ground, prompting speculation about the ancient Saraswati River’s resurgence. However, experts clarified that this phenomenon was likely due to ..

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 2, 2025

January 2, 2025

12345678910 1. With reference to governance indices, consider the following statements: The Human Development Index (HDI) ranks countries based on life expectancy, education, and per capita income. The Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) measures perceived levels of public sector corruption in ..

Defence Ministry Announces 2025 as “Year of Reforms”

January 2, 2025

India’s Ministry of Defence has declared 2025 as the “Year of Reforms.” This initiative aims to modernise the armed forces, focusing on joint operations, advanced technologies, and integrated military strategies. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh leads this transformation, which seeks to ..

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What is Optional Practical Training (OPT) Programme in US?

January 2, 2025

The Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme has become a focal point of discussion among supporters of US President-elect Donald Trump’s ‘Make America Great Again’ (MAGA) initiative. This programme serves as a critical pathway for international students seeking to secure an ..

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