UPPSC Current Affairs — All time
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Wed, 29 Jan 2025
Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs approved: 60% cover on loans up to ₹100 crore
The Government approved the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs on 29 January 2025, under which NCGTC will give 60% guarantee coverage on loans up to ₹100 crore for buying plant, machinery or equipment.
ASUSE 2023-24: unincorporated sector establishments grow 12.84% to 7.34 crore
MoSPI released the detailed report of the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises 2023-24 on 29 January 2025, showing establishments up 12.84% to 7.34 crore and GVA up 16.52%.
High-Level Committee approves ₹3,027.86 crore for drought, lightning and forest-fire mitigation
A High-Level Committee chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on 29 January 2025 approved ₹3,027.86 crore for disaster mitigation projects covering drought, lightning and forest fires in various states.
CCEA raises C-heavy molasses ethanol price to ₹57.97 per litre for ESY 2024-25
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on 29 January 2025 raised the administered ex-mill price of C-heavy molasses ethanol for public sector OMCs to ₹57.97 per litre from ₹56.58 for Ethanol Supply Year 2024-25.
IIG study: north magnetic pole's drift to Siberia stops particles diving deeper
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Geomagnetism found that the north magnetic pole's drift from Canada towards Siberia has raised the penetration altitudes of charged particles over Siberia, DST reported on 29 January 2025.
e-Shram state microsites and Occupational Shortage Index launched
Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya launched state and UT microsites under e-Shram and an Occupational Shortage Index in New Delhi on 29 January 2025.
Tue, 28 Jan 2025
Railways plans record 360 trains from Prayagraj for Mauni Amavasya; 1,000+ medical staff deployed
Railway Board Chairman Satish Kumar said on 28 January 2025 that Indian Railways would run an all-time high of 360 trains from Prayagraj, including 190 specials, for Mauni Amavasya at Maha Kumbh 2025.
JNCASR study finds electron confinement causes plasmonic breakdown in metals
Researchers at JNCASR, Bengaluru, led by Prof. Bivas Saha, found that quantum confinement of electrons at the nanoscale breaks down plasmonic behaviour in metals, DST reported on 28 January 2025.
Avinya'25 and Vasudha energy startup challenge winners announced
Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced the winners of the Avinya'25 and Vasudha startup challenges at ONGC headquarters on 28 January 2025, with UrjanovaC Pvt Ltd winning Avinya'25.
CCI approves Renew Exim DMCC's acquisition of up to 72.64% of ITD Cementation
The Competition Commission of India on 28 January 2025 approved the proposed acquisition of up to 72.64% shareholding in ITD Cementation India Limited by Renew Exim DMCC, an Adani group company.
CSIR-IITR, Lucknow marks diamond jubilee; Jitendra Singh calls for 'toxin-free India' by 2047
CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research marked its 60th anniversary at an event in Lucknow on 28 January 2025 addressed by Union Minister Jitendra Singh.
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 draws record 3.56 crore registrations
The Ministry of Education said on 28 January 2025 that the 8th edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha received a record 3.56 crore registrations, up from 2.26 crore in the 7th edition.
Mon, 27 Jan 2025
MNRE notifies revised Quality Control Order 2025 for solar PV products
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy notified the Solar Systems, Devices, and Components Goods Order, 2025 in the Gazette on 27 January 2025, setting minimum efficiency norms for solar PV modules.
India and Oman sign protocol amending their Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement
India and Oman signed a protocol amending their Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement in Muscat on 27 January 2025.
Prayagraj Airport connected directly with 17 cities for Maha Kumbh 2025
The Civil Aviation Ministry said on 27 January 2025 that Prayagraj Airport now has direct flights to 17 cities, against 8 in December 2024, for Maha Kumbh 2025.
Indian Railways upgrades over 23,000 track km for 130 kmph speeds
Indian Railways announced on 27 January 2025 that over 23,000 track kilometres had been upgraded for train speeds up to 130 kmph.
Rabi crop sowing crosses 655.88 lakh hectares as of 27 January 2025
The Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare reported Rabi sowing of over 655.88 lakh hectares as of 27 January 2025, with wheat at 324.38 lakh hectares.
Incubation & Innovation Complex of CSIR-NEIST inaugurated at North East Aroma Conclave 2025
Union Minister Jitendra Singh virtually inaugurated the Incubation & Innovation Complex (IICON) of CSIR-NEIST at the North East Aroma Conclave 2025, PIB reported on 27 January 2025.
Sun, 26 Jan 2025
First-ever tri-services tableau rolls down Kartavya Path on Republic Day 2025
A tri-services tableau themed 'Shashakt aur Surakshit Bharat' took part in the Republic Day Parade for the first time on 26 January 2025.
'Jayati Jai Mamah Bharatam' at Republic Day 2025 earns Guinness World Record for largest Indian folk variety dance
'Jayati Jai Mamah Bharatam', performed by over 5,000 folk and tribal artists at the Republic Day Parade on 26 January 2025, was recognised by Guinness World Records as 'The Largest Indian Folk Variety Dance'.
DRDO's 'Raksha Kavach' tableau displays multi-layer defence systems at Republic Day 2025
DRDO's tableau 'Raksha Kavach – Multi-layer Protection against Multi-domain Threats' was displayed at the Republic Day Parade on 26 January 2025.
Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying makes Republic Day tableau debut on indigenous cattle breeds
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying displayed its first-ever Republic Day tableau, on indigenous cattle breeds, at Kartavya Path on 26 January 2025.
Women and Child Development Ministry's Republic Day tableau depicts life-cycle approach and women-led development
The Ministry of Women and Child Development's tableau at the Republic Day Parade on 26 January 2025 depicted its life-cycle continuum approach and women-led development.
SBI report: investment announcements rise 39% to ₹32.01 lakh crore in April–December 2024
An SBI report highlighted by the Finance Ministry on 26 January 2025 said investment announcements in April–December 2024 rose 39% to ₹32.01 lakh crore.
Maha Kumbh marks Republic Day; UP sets up 100-bed ashram for elderly pilgrims
The 76th Republic Day was celebrated in the Maha Kumbh area at Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh on 26 January 2025, where the UP government has set up a 100-bed ashram for senior citizens from old age homes.
Sat, 25 Jan 2025
Padma Awards 2025: 139 awards including 7 Padma Vibhushan, 19 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri
The Ministry of Home Affairs announced the Padma Awards 2025 on 25 January 2025: 139 awards comprising 7 Padma Vibhushan, 19 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri.
India and Indonesia exchange MoUs on health, traditional medicine and digital development during Prabowo's State Visit
India and Indonesia announced MoUs on health, traditional medicine quality assurance and digital development, and a 2025-28 cultural exchange programme, during President Prabowo Subianto's State Visit on 25 January 2025.
President approves gallantry awards to 93 personnel, including 2 Kirti Chakras, on eve of Republic Day 2025
President Droupadi Murmu approved gallantry awards to 93 Armed Forces and CAPF personnel, including 12 posthumous, and 305 defence decorations on 25 January 2025.
942 police, fire, home guard and correctional personnel awarded medals on Republic Day 2025
The Ministry of Home Affairs announced Gallantry and Service Medals for 942 personnel of Police, Fire, Home Guard & Civil Defence and Correctional Services on 25 January 2025.
President approves Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards-2024 for 49 persons
The President approved the Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards-2024 for 49 persons, including 17 Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padaks, the Ministry of Home Affairs announced on 25 January 2025.