Context: Over 3,000 delegates from across 70 countries have arrived in Odisha ahead of 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas. Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Pravasi Bharatiya Divas or Overseas Indian Day is an official celebration in India since 2003, marking the Overseas Indian contributions to the nation’s development as well as on the occasion when Mahatma Gandhi returned to Mumbai from South Africa in 1915.
Undersea Domain Awareness
Context: India and the US agreed to co-produce sonobuoys in the U.S. for Undersea Domain Awareness for the Indian Navy. Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) is a maritime aspect that encompasses the underwater sector, including security, sea lines of communication, coastal waters, and maritime assets. It is motivated by military requirements and geophysical activities relating to human well-being, because monitoring these activities can help to minimize the effects of natural disasters and protect the environment. Key Highlights:
Earthquake
Context: A devastating 7.1 Scale earthquake hits China’s remote area of Tibet, 75km from Everest region. It resulted in killing of at least 126 people. Earthquake and Causes
The World Gold Council
The World Gold Council is an international trade association that helps stimulate and sustain gold demand through market development, World Gold Council was founded in 1987 in a merger with South African company Intergold, inheriting its international offices.
India’s First Organic Fisheries Cluster
Context: Govt launches the first-ever organic fisheries cluster in India in Soreng, Sikkim. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (
Current Affairs 7 January 2025
Daily Current Affairs Quiz7 January, 2025 International Affairs 1. China To Build World’s Largest Dam on the Brahmaputra Context: China said that the Dam project has gone through rigorous scientific verification and will not have any negative impact on downstream countries — India and Bangladesh. Key Highlights: India’s Plan on Brahmaputra River: Govt Plans India’s Second-Largest Dam On Brahmaputra at Yingkiong In Arunachal Pradesh, To Counter China’s River Diversion Plans The Brahmaputra The Brahmaputra, a trans-boundary river which flows through Southwestern China, Northeastern India, and Bangladesh. It is the 9th largest river by discharge and 15th longest, also known as Luit in Assamese, Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibetan, Siang/Dihang River in Arunachali. National Affairs 1. The Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Context: The Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) has been in circulation globally, Health Ministry said “The virus occurrence in India is not new’’. H1B Visa 2. The International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) In a mutual exchange between India and Bangladesh amid strained bilateral relations, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) handed over 90 Bangladeshi fishermen for 95 Indian fishermen at the International Maritime Boundary Line. The International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) The International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) is a conceptual division of the Earth’s water surface that defines the international border at sea: India-Bangladesh Maritime Boundary 3. Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana Context: Uttar Pradesh has achieved the highest number of hospital registrations in the country under the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, both at government and private hospitals, Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak said. Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana 4. Makaravilakku Festival Why In News? To prevent overcrowding of devotees during the Makaravilakku festival at the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple, the police have requested the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) to completely discontinue the spot-booking facility for pilgrims on the festival day. Makaravilakku Festival Makaravilakku is an annual festival held on Makara Sankranti in Kerala, India at the shrine of Sabarimala. The festival includes the Thiruvabharanam (sacred ornaments of the deity Ayyappan) procession and a congregation at the hill shrine of Sabarimala. The Sabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple The Sabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple (Malayalam pronunciation: [ʃabəɾimala]) is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Ayyappan, who is also known as Dharma Shasta. 5. Appointment Of Judges Context: The Constitution’s framers debated the best way to appoint judges, balancing the sovereign function of making judicial appointments with ensuring the autonomy of the courts. Structure and Composition of the Supreme Court Impeachment of High Court Judge Previous Year Questions Mains Q) Critically examine the Supreme Court’s judgment on ‘National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014’ with reference to appointment of judges of higher judiciary in India. (2017) Prelims Q) Consider the following statements:(2019) (1) The 44th Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced an article placing the election of the Prime Minister beyond judicial review (2) Supreme Court of India struck down the 99th amendment to the Constitution of India as being violative of the independence of the judiciary Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 6. G7 The Group of Seven (G7) is a high-profile forum for discussing and coordinating solutions to global issues, particularly trade, security, economics, and climate change.includes Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The European Union (EU) is also a non-enumerated member. India Relation with G7 G20 Summit Important Summits and Confrences of 2024 7. ISRO CROPS experiment on PSLV-C60 SpaDeX Mission Context: A batch of cowpea seeds which were taken into orbit by an Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) mission and which recently sprouted has unveiled their first leaves. Lobia or Thattapayaru Crop Successfully Sprouted in Space: ISRO 8. Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 9. National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) Context: Meta Platforms moved the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) challenging the Competition Commission of India (CCI) order imposing a fine of ₹ 213 crore on the tech giant for alleged abuse of its dominant position related to WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy. National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) This is a quasi-judicial body with its constitutions under Section 410 of the Companies Act, 2013, for hearing appeals against the orders passed by the National Company Law Tribunal(s), NCLT. 10. India’s First Organic Fisheries Cluster Context: Govt launches the first-ever organic fisheries cluster in India in Soreng, Sikkim. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) 11. Bharatpol Portal Context: Home minister Amit Shah will launch the Bharatpol portal to streamline the processing of requests by the country’s law enforcement agencies (LEAs) for international assistance, through Interpol, in criminal matters. Bharatpol Portal: Advancement in Law Enforcement for India Bharatpol portal was unveiled by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. It is a tool prepared by the CBI to help advance international police cooperation. 12. Trade Unions Context: Trade unions demand for increasing minimum EPFO pension 5 times to Rs 5,000 per month, immediate constitution of the 8th Pay Commission and higher taxes on super rich in the upcoming 2025-26 Budget. Trade Unions A trade union, also known as a labor union, is a group of workers who come together to protect and promote the interests and welfare of themselves. Trade unions are membership-based organizations that work to improve the relationship between employers and employees. Constitutional Status The right to form trade unions is a fundamental right in the Indian Constitution, guaranteed under Article 19(1)(c). This right includes the freedom to form associations or unions, and the right to conduct meetings and discuss problems. 8th Pay Commision The Indian Pay Commission, which is established every ten years to adjust the pay and perks of Central Government Employees (CGEs) to inflation and rising living expenses, has been attracting attention from government employees and pensioners. The 7th Pay Commission was implemented in 2016, but the 8th Pay Commission is yet to be officially announced. Banking/Finance 1. Gold Reserve in Central Bank Context: Central banks around the world, added 53 tonne of gold to their reserves, of which the Reserve Bank of
India’s Income Inequality
Context: The Gini coefficient, a criterion of income inequality in India, according to a People Research on India’s Consumer Economy report, has been above the 1950s. Gini Coefficient Analysis: Decline in Share of Bottom 10%: Pandemic Impact: Importance of Inclusive Growth: Widening Gap in Wealth Distribution: People Research on India’s Consumer Economy (PRICE) PRICE is an independent, not-for-profit research centre, a ‘think tank’ and ‘facts tank‘ engaged in building and disseminating seminal knowledge and insights about India’s Macro Consumer Economy and Citizen’s Environment, for use in formulating public policy and in shaping business strategy.
The Purchasing Managers’ Index
The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) is a monthly economic indicator that provides information about the current and future conditions of a business. It is based on surveys of product managers, who are responsible for buying the materials needed to manufacture a company’s products. Who Publishes PMI? The S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) is published by S&P Global, a financial information and analytics company. The PMI is a monthly survey that provides economic indicators based on facts, not opinion. Key Highlights:
The Purchasing Managers’ Index
The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) is a monthly economic indicator that provides information about the current and future conditions of a business. It is based on surveys of product managers, who are responsible for buying the materials needed to manufacture a company’s products. The PMI is used by investors, analysts, and decision-makers to: Key Highlights:
Master Direction on Reporting of Customers Credit Information
Context: The RBI came out with a master direction consolidating various instructions issued to banks and other financial institutions on reporting of the credit information of their customers. Key Highlights: RBI and it’s Monetary Policy
