Current Affairs : 1 January 2025
- Global Family Day Observed
- January 1 is celebrated as Global Family Day, promoting peace and unity among all people.
- The day emphasizes the interconnectedness of humanity regardless of nationality or ethnicity.
- Union Cabinet Extends Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
- The scheme has been extended until 2025-26 with an outlay of ₹69,515.71 crore.
- Aims to provide continued support to farmers against crop losses due to adverse weather conditions.
- Wayanad Landslide Declared a Severe Disaster
- The Union government declared the Wayanad landslide a disaster of severe nature.
- The landslide, which occurred in July 2024, resulted in significant loss of life and property.
- Defence Ministry Declares 2025 as the Year of Reforms
- Focus on modernizing the armed forces through integrated theatre commands and emerging technologies.
- Aims to enhance combat readiness and streamline procurement processes.
- Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra Takes Command
- Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra assumed command of the Indian Air Force’s Western Air Command.
- He replaces Air Marshal Pankaj Mohan Sinha, who retired after 39 years of service.
- India’s Education Spending Under Scrutiny
- A recent study highlights challenges in India’s education system, advocating for increased investment.
- The report compares educational spending across eight countries, revealing stagnation in India.
- Supreme Court Upholds Property Rights
- The Supreme Court reaffirmed the importance of property rights within the constitutional framework.
- The ruling clarifies that while the right to property is not a fundamental right, it remains a constitutional right.
- Launch of ‘Faral Sakhi’ Initiative
- The Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation launched the ‘Faral Sakhi’ initiative to empower women entrepreneurs.
- Focuses on training women involved in traditional snack production, particularly festive snacks.
- India’s Current Account Deficit (CAD) Update
- The Reserve Bank of India reported a slight decrease in CAD to 1.20% of GDP in Q2 of FY25.
- This reflects improvements in the trade balance and remittances.
- India’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report
- According to the UN climate change office, India’s emissions decreased by 7.93% in 2020.
- The country aims to reduce GDP emission intensity by 45% by 2030.
- Project VISTAAR Launched by IIT Madras
- A partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture to enhance agricultural extension through digitalization.
- Aims to improve access to agricultural resources for farmers.
- Dozer Push Mining Method Trial Conducted
- CSIR-CIMFR successfully conducted the first trial of the Dozer Push Mining Method in India.
- This innovative method integrates advanced digital technologies for efficient mining operations.
- India’s Education System Faces Challenges
- A report by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) highlights stagnation in educational investments.
- Calls for increased funding to improve the quality of education in India.
- Discovery of Pallas’s Cat in India
- Conservationists express concern over the decline of feline species, including Pallas’s cat.
- The discovery emphasizes the need for habitat protection and conservation efforts.
- India’s Economic Growth Projection
- The Department of Economic Affairs projects a GDP growth of 6.5% for FY25.
- This projection considers global economic uncertainties and domestic challenges.
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