India’s Union Budget 2025-26 Presented
- Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget, focusing on employment generation, capital expenditure, and tax relief for the middle class. en.wikipedia.org
New RBI Governor’s First Interest Rate Decision
- Sanjay Malhotra, the newly appointed RBI Governor, announced his first interest rate decision, balancing growth and inflation concerns. ft.com
India’s Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Expansion
- Significant investments have been made to enhance India’s EV charging network, aiming to support the growing number of electric vehicles. gktoday.in
ISRO Launches FEAST Software
- The Indian Space Research Organisation unveiled the latest version of its Finite Element Analysis of Structures (FEAST) software, enhancing structural analysis capabilities. gktoday.in
Bhopal Implements Ban on Begging
- Following Indore, Bhopal’s district administration has prohibited begging in public spaces, aiming to address urban safety and welfare concerns. gktoday.in
US Sanctions Impact India’s Chabahar Port Project
- Recent US sanctions on Iran have raised concerns about the future of India’s strategic Chabahar port project, crucial for regional connectivity. gktoday.in
Indian Army Enhances Firepower with New Contracts
- The Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth Rs 10,147 crore to procure advanced munitions for the PINAKA Multiple Launch Rocket System. gktoday.in
Nitrogen Dioxide Pollution Affects Crop Yields
- Studies indicate that elevated levels of nitrogen dioxide pollution are adversely impacting agricultural productivity in various regions. gktoday.in
SARAT Version 2 Enhances Search and Rescue Operations
- The Indian government upgraded its Search and Rescue Aid Tool (SARAT) to improve response times and success rates in rescue missions. gktoday.in
India-Mongolia Collaboration in Geology and Exploration
- India is set to sign an MoU with Mongolia to strengthen cooperation in geology and exploration, focusing on securing essential resources. indiabix.com
Iran’s Rapidly Aging Population
- Iran’s population is aging five times faster than it is growing, posing significant economic and social challenges for the country. indiabix.com
Sudan’s Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
- Ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Army and the Rapid Support Forces has led to a severe humanitarian crisis, with millions displaced and widespread famine. indiabix.com
India Sets Ambitious Export Target
- The government has set a $100 billion export target for the Food & Beverage, agriculture, and marine sectors over the next five years. indiabix.com
Prime Minister Modi to Attend AI Action Summit in Paris
- PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to participate in the AI Action Summit in Paris, focusing on international collaboration in AI governance and innovation. indiabix.com
India’s First Generation Beta Baby Born in Mizoram
- The first Generation Beta baby in India, Frankie Remruatdika Zadeng, was born in Mizoram on January 1, 2025. indiabix.com
India’s Factory Output Sees Significant Growth
- The Index of Industrial Production reported a 5.2% growth in November 2024, marking the highest increase in six months. indiabix.com
Indian Rupee Hits Record Low Against US Dollar
- On January 10, 2025, the Indian rupee depreciated to a record low of ₹86 against the US dollar, influenced by global economic factors. indiabix.com
Chhattisgarh Integrates Forest Ecosystem into Green GDP
- Chhattisgarh has become the first Indian state to link its forest ecosystem to Green Gross Domestic Product, emphasizing sustainable development. indiabix.com
Karnataka High Court Strikes Down GEOA Rules
- The Karnataka High Court invalidated the Green Energy Open Access Rules, 2022, citing overreach by the Central Government. indiabix.com
China’s Significant Contribution to US Imports
- Between 2018 and 2023, China accounted for 18% of US imported services, being the largest contributor in several key sectors
