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Carbon Dioxide Levels Surge

January 20, 2025

In early 2025, atmospheric carbon dioxide levels are projected to reach unprecedented heights, raising concerns over climate change. The Mauna Loa Observatory in Hawaii indicates that CO2 concentrations will peak at 429.6 ppm, the highest in over two million years. ..

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H5N1 Avian Influenza Mutations

January 20, 2025

In early 2025, a study revealed mutations in the H5N1 avian influenza strain isolated from a human in Texas. This discovery raised alarms about the potential for the virus to evolve and pose a greater threat to human health. The ..

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ICAR Renames Central Tobacco Research Institute

January 20, 2025

Recently, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) officially renamed the Central Tobacco Research Institute (CTRI) in Rajahmundry to the National Institute for Research on Commercial Agriculture (NIRCA). This change reflects a broader research mandate that now includes turmeric, chilli, ..

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La Perouse Naval Exercise 2025

January 20, 2025

Recently, nine Indo-Pacific nations participated in the La Perouse naval exercise, hosted by France. This exercise took place in the strategic straits of Malacca, Sunda, and Lombok, crucial for maritime trade between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. The Indian Navy ..

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 20, 2025

January 20, 2025

1. Consider the following: Sambhav smartphone M-Sigma application Sanchar Saathi Which of the above is/are designed for secure communication in military operations? [A] Only 1 & 2[B] Only 2[C] 1, 2 & 3[D] 1 & 3 Show Answer Correct Answer: ..

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) Update

January 20, 2025

Recently, the Ministry of Finance reported advancements in food processing projects under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY). A total of 1,646 projects have been sanctioned, aimed at enhancing the agricultural and food processing sectors in India. These initiatives ..

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Pixxel’s Firefly Satellite Constellation

January 20, 2025

In early 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought into light the achievement of Bengaluru-based startup Pixxel, which launched India’s first private Earth imaging satellite constellation, named ‘Firefly’. This milestone marks a very important moment in India’s space sector, showcasing advancements ..

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Global Fertility Declines

January 20, 2025

Recent demographic studies reveal global decline in fertility rates across 204 countries from 1950 to 2021, with projections indicating this trend will continue. Notably, India has experienced a sharp drop in its Total Fertility Rate (TFR), raising concerns about socio-economic ..

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