Page-25 of Current Affairs - January, 2025

Why Indian Farmers Protest Against WTO?

January 17, 2025

Farmers in India continue to protest against the World Trade Organization (WTO) policies, arguing that these regulations undermine their livelihoods. The protests, particularly strong in Punjab, have expanded beyond the demand for legalising Minimum Support Prices (MSP) to a call ..

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ISRO Successfully Germinates Black-eyed Pea Seeds in Space

January 17, 2025

Recent advancements in space agriculture have emerged as critical for long-duration human missions to celestial bodies. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully germinated black-eyed pea seeds in space as part of its Compact Research Module for Orbital Plant Studies ..

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RBI Introduces Daily VRR Auctions

January 17, 2025

In move to manage liquidity, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced daily variable rate repo (VRR) auctions. This decision comes amid a liquidity deficit exceeding ₹2 trillion in the banking system. The auctions aim to alleviate the tight ..

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Kokborok Language Protests

January 17, 2025

Recently, the Twipra Student Federation (TSF) protested in Agartala, Tripura, demanding the adoption of the Roman script for the Kokborok language. This movement marks the ongoing struggle for linguistic recognition and cultural justice among the Borok people. Background of Kokborok ..

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Non-Scientists Receive INSA Fellowship

January 17, 2025

Recently, the Indian National Science Academy (INSA) made changes to its annual list of Fellows, breaking from its long-standing tradition. This year’s list includes prominent figures from various fields who are not professional scientists, reflecting a broader approach to recognising ..

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FEMA Regulations Update 2025

January 17, 2025

Recently, changes to the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) were implemented to facilitate cross-border transactions in Indian rupees (INR) and other foreign currencies. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in collaboration with the government, introduced these amendments amid increasing pressure ..

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World Employment and Social Outlook Report 2025

January 17, 2025

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has released its World Employment and Social Outlook Report for 2025, denoting the ongoing struggles in global labour markets. The report reveals that geopolitical tensions, climate change costs, and unresolved debt issues continue to hinder ..

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State Revenue Dependency Trends

January 16, 2025

In recent years, Indian States have increasingly relied on financial transfers and grants from the Central government. Over the last decade, the share of Central transfers in State revenues has increased, raising concerns about the sustainability of State finances and ..

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National Startup Day 2025

January 16, 2025

National Startup Day is celebrated annually on January 16 to recognise the contributions of startups to India’s economy. Recently, India stands as the third-largest startup ecosystem globally, with over 99,000 registered firms valued at $500 billion. This day marks the ..

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Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0 Launch

January 16, 2025

The Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) 3.0 registration portal has been launched by Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan. The event is set to take place from 15th to 24th February 2025 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. This initiative aims to strengthen ..

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