Page-4 of Current Affairs - January, 2025

ISRO Achieves 100th Launch Milestone

January 30, 2025

On January 29, 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) marked milestone by successfully completing its 100th launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The mission involved the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F15), which carried the NVS-02 satellite ..

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US Funding Freeze Threatens Global HIV Treatment Efforts

January 30, 2025

The recent funding freeze imposed by the United States government has raised concerns regarding the future of HIV treatment and care worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that this halt could lead to increased illness and death among ..

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New Guidelines for Information Utilities in Insolvency

January 30, 2025

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has introduced new guidelines to enhance the functioning of Information Utilities (IUs) within the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). These changes aim to improve identity verification, streamline processes, and ensure data integrity ..

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Labrys portucalensis F11

January 30, 2025

Recent studies have revealed a promising bacterial strain that can degrade per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” Researchers from the University at Buffalo have identified Labrys portucalensis F11 (F11), a bacterial strain capable of breaking ..

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International AI Safety Report

January 30, 2025

The International AI Safety report, released in 2025, outlines critical challenges associated with rapidly evolving artificial intelligence technologies. This comprehensive document addresses various threats, including job displacement, environmental impact, and security risks. The report stems from discussions held during the ..

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Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) 2023-24

January 30, 2025

The Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) for 2023-24 reveals growth in India’s unincorporated non-agricultural sector. Released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) on 24 December 2024, the survey emphasises the sector’s crucial role in employment ..

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Ethanol Procurement Price Revision for 2024-25

January 30, 2025

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs in India has approved a revision of the ethanol procurement price for the Ethanol Supply Year 2024-25. This decision aims to support the Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme. The new price is set at Rs. ..

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Disaster Mitigation Funding Approved by High-Level Committee

January 30, 2025

Recently, the Government of India, through a High-Level Committee (HLC) led by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, approved allocation of Rs 3,027.86 crore for disaster mitigation projects. This funding aims to enhance disaster management across various states, focusing on lightning ..

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