Page-23 of Current Affairs - January, 2025

Strategic Significance of Philadelphi Corridor

January 21, 2025

The Philadelphi Corridor is an important strip of land along the Gaza-Egypt border. It serves as link for Gaza, particularly for Hamas, amidst ongoing conflicts and ceasefire negotiations. Recent developments have seen a ceasefire brokered by international parties, impacting control ..

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Uttarakhand’s Manual for Uniform Civil Code

January 21, 2025

Recently, Uttarakhand’s government approved a comprehensive manual for its Uniform Civil Code (UCC), aiming to standardise personal laws across the state. This initiative marks Uttarakhand as the first state of India to implement the UCC, with preparations underway for training ..

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Ingenuity Helicopter’s Final Flight

January 21, 2025

The Ingenuity helicopter, a pioneering rotorcraft on Mars, concluded its mission with a final flight on January 18, 2024. This flight marked the end of a remarkable journey that showcased controlled flight on another planet. Despite its unexpected demise, Ingenuity ..

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Indian Army Pushes to Expand Pinaka MBRL Procurement

January 21, 2025

The Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher (MBRL) is advancement in India’s artillery capabilities. Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), it was designed to replace older Soviet-era systems. As of January 2025, the Pinaka has gained international recognition, with ..

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European Banks and NZBA

January 21, 2025

Recent developments have seen European banks reassessing their membership in the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA). This follows a wave of withdrawals by major US banks, leading to concerns over climate collaboration and potential legal ramifications. Executives are now contemplating ..

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4th Edition of “International Migrant Workers” Report

January 21, 2025

Recently, the International Labour Organization (ILO) released its fourth edition of ‘Global Estimates on International Migrant Workers’. The report brought into light the role of international migrants (IMs) in both the global labour market and economic growth. Despite challenges such ..

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TRAI’s Spam Regulation Innovations

January 21, 2025

In recent years, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has intensified efforts to combat spam in telecommunications. With the integration of distributed ledger technology (DLT), TRAI aims to enhance the traceability of commercial messages. This initiative is part of ..

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Sewa Singh Thikriwala Memorial

January 21, 2025

January 20 commemorates the death of Sewa Singh Thikriwala, a very important figure in the Praja Mandal movement advocating for self-rule in Punjab. He died in 1935 during a hunger strike while imprisoned. His legacy is celebrated annually from January ..

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