Page-22 of Current Affairs - January, 2023

What is ‘Saharsh’ Initiative of Tripura?

January 16, 2023

Tripura government has launched a special education programme called ‘Saharsh’ in an effort to encourage social and emotional learning. The initiative was launched on a pilot basis in August last year in 40 schools in the state, and from January ..

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Peru Crisis: Protests Turn Deadly

January 14, 2023

Peru is currently facing its worst outbreak of violence in over 20 years, as clashes between security forces and protesters have left at least 40 people dead. The protests, which began in December 2022, have been sparked by calls for ..

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Europe’s Largest Deposit of Rare Earths Discovered in Sweden

January 14, 2023

Europe’s largest deposit of rare earths, which are used in everything from mobile phones to missiles, has been found in Sweden. The discovery is being hailed as a way to reduce the European Union’s (EU) dependence on China, which currently ..

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India-China Trade Reaches All-Time High

January 14, 2023

The trade between India and China reached an all-time high of USD 135.98 billion in 2022, even as New Delhi’s trade deficit with Beijing crossed the USD 100 billion mark for the first time, according to data released by the ..

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January 14 : Armed Forces Veterans Day – Update (January, 2023)

January 14, 2023

Every year, on January 14, India celebrates Armed Forces Veterans Day. This day is dedicated to honoring the sacrifices and service of veterans who have served in the country’s armed forces. The celebration of this day began in 2017, and ..

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Global South Centre of Excellence

January 14, 2023

Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India will establish a Global South Centre of Excellence to undertake research on development solutions for developing countries. He also called for a human-centric globalisation to address the concerns of these countries. The ..

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Supreme Court on IT relief of Sikkimese women

January 14, 2023

The Supreme Court of India has recently ruled that the exclusion of Sikkimese women who marry non-Sikkimese men after April 1, 2008 from exemptions under the Income Tax Act is unconstitutional and amounts to gender discrimination. The court, in its ..

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“Soul of Steel” High-Altitude Endurance Challenge to be launched in India

January 14, 2023

In an effort to test one’s high-altitude endurance, a new challenge called “Soul of Steel” will be launched in India. Spearheaded by venture CLAW Global, which is run by veterans and supported by the Indian Army, the challenge will take ..

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