Current Affairs & Finance Exams January 2025

What step has the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) taken to ease the liquidity crunch in the banking system?

What percentage of digital payments in India was accounted for by UPI in 2024?

What was India's total foreign exchange (forex) reserves as of January 17, 2025?

Which Indian state became the first to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) post-independence?

Why did the USAID suspend funding to Bangladesh in 2024?

DPIIT and JKEDI signed an MoU to strengthen the startup ecosystem in Jammu & Kashmir.

The India-Oman Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) was amended to simplify tax procedures and promote cross-border taxation cooperation.

The first International Pashmina Festival was held in a three-day event to promote Chyangra Pashmina, known for its high quality, softness, and warmth.

Tripura is the first northeastern state and eighth in India to adopt Bhashini to enhance digital inclusivity and citizen-centric governance.

What is India's ranking amongst G20 nations in individual digital adoption, as per the State of India's Digital Economy Report 2024?

What percentage of India's GDP is the digital economy projected to contribute by 2029-30?

As of January 8, 2024, how many biometric IDs has India given out?

In 2023, what was the value of India's ICT services exports, making it the second highest in the world?

As of April 2024, which country had the third largest number of homegrown unicorns, following the US and China?

The first launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota was on August 10, 1979, carried the Rohini Technology Payload but was only partially successful.

Sriharikota was chosen for its ideal launch azimuth corridor, proximity to the equator, and large safety zone.

The PSLV-C37 (2017) set a record by launching 104 satellites in a single flight, later surpassed by SpaceX Falcon 9 (2021) with 143 satellites.

What is ISRO's headquarters located in?

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Indonesia Coast Guard (BAKAMLA) renewed their MoU on Maritime Safety and Security Cooperation for another three years on January 27, 2025 in New Delhi.

The 2nd High-Level Meeting (HLM) was led by ICG Director General Paramesh Sivamani and BAKAMLA Chief Vice Admiral Irvansyah, with an eight-member Indonesian delegation visiting India.

Discussions focused on Maritime Search and Rescue, Pollution Response, and Maritime Law Enforcement, with emphasis on sharing best practices and professional exchanges.

ICG Ship Shaunak is on a deployment to Jakarta (January 27-30, 2025) to strengthen operational ties with BAKAMLA.

The renewed MoU reinforces the commitment of India and Indonesia to a secure and cooperative Indo-Pacific maritime environment.

PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the 38th National Games in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, coinciding with the state's 25th anniversary.

The event, themed 'Green Games', promotes eco-friendly practices, with medals made from e-waste and tree plantations for winners.

Khelo India initiatives were highlighted for fostering young athletes, along with recent Winter Games in Ladakh and Beach Games.

India's sports equipment industry, particularly Meerut's contribution, was emphasized for its economic impact and employment generation.

Declaring the National Games open, he emphasized unity through sports, encouraged athletes to explore India's culture, and called for a plastic-free Uttarakhand.

Monal (Mauli), the state bird of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, has been accepted as the mascot for the 38th National Games, being held in Uttarakhand in 2025.

Australia Women won the ICC Women's Championship 2022-25, securing 18 wins in 24 matches, topping the 10-nation tournament.

They dominated the 50-over format, winning 9 out of 10 games, showcasing consistent performances across the championship.

Alyssa Healy, Australian wicketkeeper-batter, expressed excitement over the victory and confidence for the upcoming Women's ODI World Cup 2025.

The 13th edition of the Women's ODI World Cup will be held in India (August-September 2025), where Australia will defend their title.

IDBI Bank's Board approved the re-appointment of Rakesh Sharma as MD & CEO for three years from March 19, 2025, following RBI's approval.

He has led IDBI Bank since October 2018 and previously served as MD & CEO of Canara Bank (2015-2018) before his retirement.