National News
INROAD PROJECT: Enhancing the quality of natural rubber in North-East of India
interference (Indian Natural Rubber Operations for Aided Development) project, launched with a Financial assistance of ₹100 crore, Its objective is to enhance the quality of natural rubber produced north-east of indiaThis initiative focuses on setting up model infrastructure with skill development and support for rubber producers Major players in the tire industry, Demonstrating a unique collaboration between agriculture and manufacturing.
Piyush Goyal launches Bharat Cleantech Manufacturing Platform
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, launched India Cleantech Manufacturing Platform during the India Climate Forum 2025 in New Delhi. The goal of this initiative is Strengthening India’s cleantech value chain in key sectors such as solar, wind, hydrogen and battery storageThe platform is expected to enhance cooperation, innovation and financing in the clean energy sector, making India a global leader in sustainability.
India sets new record with 30 GW green energy in 2024
India achieved a record Renewable energy capacity addition of 30 GW in 2024According to the data of Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). It marks a 113% increase from 13.75 GW in 2023Highlights the country’s rapid transition toward clean energy. This milestone is very important as India has set a target of 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. The rapid growth reflects India’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and building a sustainable future.
India’s Jaishankar will attend Trump’s swearing-in ceremony
Dr. S. Jaishankar, The External Affairs Minister (EAM) of India will represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Donald Trump on January 20, 2025. The inauguration is a significant event as Trump will begin his second term as president. 47th President of the United States. Jaishankar’s visit is an important diplomatic occasion, symbolizing the continued engagement between India and the US as both countries look for ways to strengthen their partnership.
International news
Mount Ibu erupts in North Maluku, Indonesia
mother mountainlocated here North Maluku, Indonesia, Erupted on January 11, 2025, sending ash clouds up to 4,000 meters high and spitting out glowing lava Two km from its crater. The incident has prompted authorities to issue warnings and enforce safety measures for the public.
state news
Centennial recognition of Srinagar Meteorological Center
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced Establishment of Regional Meteorological Center in Jammu During a historic event in memory of 150th anniversary of India Meteorological Department (IMD)This announcement marks a major step towards improving weather forecasting, disaster preparedness and climate resilience in the Jammu and Kashmir region.
Kumbhvani FM Channel Launched for Maha Kumbh 2025
Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh on 10 January 2025 Yogi Adityanath inaugurated ‘Kumbhvani’, (103.5 MHz)a dedicated FM channel by All India Radio, To improve the experience of Mahakumbh 2025. The event was attended by the Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting. Dr. A.S. l. Murugan, Who participated online.
economy news
Smartphone to laptop: India’s IT revolution
In a historic development for India’s electronics manufacturing sector, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnav inaugurated the advanced laptop assembly line of Sirma SGS Technology in Chennai. This is a symbol of the new facility India’s dominance in IT hardware production is growing, with its success in manufacturing everything from mobiles to high-value electronics like laptops.With initiatives under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) 2.0 scheme, India is taking important steps towards becoming a global IT hardware hub.
business News
Adani’s ₹75,000 crore incentive for development of Chhattisgarh
In an important development, Adani Group has announced a major investment of ₹75,000 crore in Chhattisgarh, is focusing on expanding its energy and cement operations within the state.
economy news
National Youth Day 12 January
National Youth Day, also known as National Youth Daycelebrated annually Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary will be celebrated on 12 January. Recognized for his contributions to spiritual development, national integration and youth empowerment, Swamiji’s life and teachings remain an inspiration for the youth of India. The Government of India declared his birthday as National Youth Day in 1984. To encourage the youth to follow their ideals and work towards a progressive, united and self-reliant India.
150 years of Indian Meteorological Department (IMD)
India Meteorological Department (IMD)year of establishment 1875One of the oldest scientific institutions in India dedicated to weather forecasting and disaster preparedness. Since its 150th anniversary is on January 15, 2025IMD is playing an important role in tracking weather patterns, issuing cyclone warnings, monitoring earthquakes and studying atmospheric changes.
Summit and Conference News
India joins UN’s Big Data for Official Statistics committee
India has joined United Nations Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics (UN-CEBD)This is an important step towards increasing the country’s influence in the global statistical framework. This membership reflects India’s commitment to leveraging big data and technology for evidence-based policy making. The committee focuses on exploring how big data and data science can be used to improve official statistics and track the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
sports news
BCCI elected Devjit Saikia as secretary and Bhatia as treasurer.
was elected unopposed Devjit Saikia has been appointed Secretary and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia has been appointed Treasurer. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) was formalized during the Special General Meeting (SGM) of BCCI on January 12, 2025. This development comes after the resignation of Jay Shah and Ashish Shelar from their respective roles.
Shreyas Iyer appointed Punjab Kings captain ahead of IPL 2025 season
Shreyas Iyer has been appointed as captain of punjab kings For Upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. The announcement was made during a special segment of the reality television show ‘Bigg Boss’, where Iyer appeared with teammates Yuzvendra Chahal and Shashank Singh.
science and technology news
IUCN lists Western Ghats as major freshwater biodiversity hotspot
western ghats In India it has been identified as one of the Major global hotspot for endangered freshwater species For the first time by a multi-taxon global freshwater fauna assessment The Red List of Threatened Species is administered by the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature). The study notes that one-quarter of freshwater species worldwide are at risk of extinction, with the Western Ghats being one of the most important regions for freshwater biodiversity conservation. The assessment covers 23,496 freshwater species, including crustaceans, fishes and odonates, evaluating their extinction risks and identifying the key threats they face.
DRDO’s Himakash: Advancement of military apparel for cold weather
Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has unveiled snow cover multi-layer Clothing system designed to increase the operational efficiency of military personnel in extreme cold conditions. This innovative garment has successfully completed user tests, demonstrating its effectiveness even in temperatures +20°C to -60°C.
