Page-5 of GKToday Archives: January, 2025

New Drone Incentives to Boost Domestic Manufacturing

January 7, 2025

The Government of India is set to unveil a new Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme aimed at encouraging a self-sustaining drone ecosystem. This initiative is expected to feature an allocation of over ₹500 crore in the upcoming Budget. The scheme will ..

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Alert on Beta Blocker Drug Reactions

January 7, 2025

The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) has recently raised concerns regarding adverse drug reactions (ADRs) linked to widely used beta blocker medications. These drugs, including metoprolol, propranolol, and atenolol, are commonly prescribed for heart-related conditions. The IPC’s findings tell the importance ..

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RBI Mandates 15-Day Credit Score Updates

January 7, 2025

As of January 1, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has implemented regulation requiring lenders to update credit bureau records every 15 days. This change aims to enhance the accuracy and timeliness of credit score calculations, reflecting borrowers’ financial ..

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UGC Revises Vice-Chancellor Selection Process

January 7, 2025

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced new regulations for the appointment and promotion of teachers in higher education. Released on January 6, 2025, by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, these draft regulations clarify the selection process for Vice-Chancellors. The ..

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 7, 2025

January 7, 2025

12345678910 1. Consider the following pairs: Coal Well Known As Anthracite Hardest type of coal with the highest carbon content Lignite Brown coal with the lowest carbon content Bituminous Most abundant type of coal used for electricity generation How many ..

National Anthem Controversy in Tamil Nadu Assembly

January 7, 2025

On January 6, 2025, Tamil Nadu’s Governor R.N. Ravi left the Legislative Assembly without delivering his customary address. His departure stemmed from the absence of the national anthem before his scheduled speech. This incident echoes a similar refusal from the ..

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E-commerce Giants Face Legal Challenges in India

January 7, 2025

The ongoing legal battle involving e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart has escalated . The Supreme Court of India recently transferred all petitions regarding alleged anti-competitive practices by these companies to the Karnataka High Court. This decision follows a lengthy investigation ..

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Polar Vortex Triggers Winter Storms in US

January 7, 2025

The United States is currently facing severe winter storms, impacting over 60 million people in the eastern regions. This cold spell is expected to bring temperatures as low as -50°C (-60°F). The cause is the polar vortex, a mass of ..

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