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Mon, 27 Jan 2025
IIT Indore inaugurates AgriHub, an AI-driven Centre of Excellence for agriculture
IIT Indore inaugurated AgriHub, a MeitY-supported Centre of Excellence using AI, machine learning and deep learning for sustainable agriculture, on 27 January 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.
Centre sends seven-member expert team to Pune over Guillain-Barré Syndrome cases
The Union Health Ministry deputed a seven-member multi-disciplinary team to Pune, Maharashtra on 27 January 2025 after a spurt in Guillain-Barré Syndrome cases.
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 Coast Guard and Indonesia's BAKAMLA renew maritime cooperation MoU for three years
The Indian Coast Guard and the Indonesia Coast Guard (BAKAMLA) renewed their MoU on Maritime Safety and Security Cooperation for three years at New Delhi on 27 January 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.
INST Mohali develops targeted nano-formulation for Parkinson's disease
Scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Mohali developed a targeted nano-formulation for sustained release of the hormone 17β-Estradiol to the brain for Parkinson's disease, PIB reported on 27 January 2025.
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
76th Republic Day celebrated at Kartavya Path with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as chief guest
India celebrated its 76th Republic Day at Kartavya Path, New Delhi on 26 January 2025, led by President Droupadi Murmu, with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as chief guest.
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.
Tableaux of 16 States/UTs and 10 ministries showcase 'Swarnim Bharat' on Republic Day 2025
Tableaux from 16 States/UTs and 10 central ministries/departments rolled down Kartavya Path on 26 January 2025 on the theme 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas'.
'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'.
Bharat Parv 2025 opens at Red Fort with 'Dekho Apna Desh' theme
The Ministry of Tourism's six-day Bharat Parv began at the Red Fort, New Delhi on 26 January 2025 with the theme 'Dekho Apna Desh', running till 31 January.
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.
President Murmu graces 15th National Voters' Day; receives first copy of 'India Votes 2024'
President Droupadi Murmu attended the 15th National Voters' Day celebrations in New Delhi on 25 January 2025 and received the first copy of the book 'India Votes 2024: A Saga of Democracy'.
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.
National School Band Competition 6.0: Jharkhand's KGBV Patamda girls win pipe band title
PM SHRI KGBV Patamda, East Singhbhum, Jharkhand won the girls' pipe band first prize at the National School Band Competition 6.0, whose prizes were given in New Delhi 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.
Indian Railways wins Best Electoral Practices Award; Doordarshan gets ECI media award
On the 15th National Voters' Day on 25 January 2025, Indian Railways received the Best Electoral Practices Award 2024-25 as best government department and Doordarshan won the ECI media award in the TV category.
THDC declares commercial operation of Unit 1 of 1,320 MW Khurja Super Thermal Power Plant
THDC India Limited declared the Commercial Operation Date of Unit 1 of the 2×660 MW Khurja Super Thermal Power Plant in Uttar Pradesh in the midnight of 25 January 2025.
DG Shipping and C-DAC sign umbrella MoU to drive maritime innovation
The Directorate General of Shipping and C-DAC signed an umbrella MoU on 25 January 2025 to modernise maritime administration through digitalisation, cybersecurity and R&D.