Daily Current Affairs 22nd Jan, 2025: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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International News
Trump Ends U.S. Participation in Paris Climate Agreement Again
President Donald Trump announced the United States’ second withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement on January 20, 2025. This move has far-reaching implications for international climate policy and domestic environmental strategies.
U.S. Exits WHO and Suspends Foreign Aid
On January 20, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) and pausing all foreign aid for 90 days. The decision has prompted widespread global concern and debate.
Yala Glacier in Nepal Faces Complete Melting by 2040s
The Yala Glacier in Nepal’s Langtang National Park has been significantly retreating over recent decades. Experts predict it may completely disappear by the 2040s, highlighting the severe impact of climate change on the Himalayan region.
Nigeria Joins BRICS as a Partner Country
Nigeria officially became a BRICS partner on January 17, 2025, joining Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This inclusion, announced by Brazil’s Foreign Ministry, strengthens Nigeria’s diplomatic and economic relations with emerging economies and supports South-South cooperation and global governance reform.
National News
UNESCO and MeitY Collaborate on AI Readiness in India
UNESCO’s South Asia Regional Office, in partnership with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and Ikigai Law, hosted a two-day consultation on the AI Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) on January 16-17, 2025. Held at IIIT Bangalore and the NASSCOM AI office, the initiative aimed to create an India-specific AI policy report, focusing on identifying the country’s strengths and opportunities in AI development.
Chhattisgarh Launches Annual Aid Scheme for Labourers
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai announced a scheme to provide Rs 10,000 annually to landless agricultural labourers. The program, part of a series of pre-election welfare promises, aims to benefit approximately 7.5 lakh individuals and improve financial stability within vulnerable communities.
Dhananjay Shukla Elected as ICSI President
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has appointed Dhananjay Shukla as its President and Pawan G Chandak as its Vice President for 2025. The announcement was made on January 19, 2025.
Defence News
DRDL Achieves Milestone with Active Cooled Scramjet Engine Test
The Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad, part of the DRDO, has successfully tested an Active Cooled Scramjet Combustor for 120 seconds. This marks a significant breakthrough in hypersonic missile technology and advances India’s capabilities in this cutting-edge domain.
Ranks & Reports News
Top 10 Countries in Public Pension Wealth for 2025
Public pension wealth remains a critical indicator of a nation’s financial stability. This report outlines the top 10 countries with the highest public pension wealth in 2025, examining India’s position and challenges in its pension system.
India Drops to Third in Edelman Trust Barometer 2025
The Edelman Trust Barometer 2025 revealed that India has fallen to third place globally in trust rankings, even though its trust score remained unchanged. The report, released ahead of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, highlights disparities in trust levels across income groups and nations.
Appointments News
Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal Appointed as BSF ADG
Senior IPS officer Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal, from the Tamil Nadu cadre, has been appointed as the Additional Director General (ADG) of the Border Security Force (BSF). The Ministry of Home Affairs confirmed the appointment.
Justice Alok Aradhe Appointed Chief Justice of Bombay High Court
The government has appointed Justice Alok Aradhe as the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court and Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya as the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. These appointments aim to strengthen judicial leadership in major courts.
Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya Sworn in as Chief Justice of Delhi High Court
Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya took the oath as the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. The ceremony was held at the Raj Niwas, attended by dignitaries including Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena and Chief Minister Atishi.
Miscellaneous News
Ayodhya Celebrates Anniversary of Ram Lalla’s Pran Pratishtha
Ayodhya commemorates the first anniversary of Ram Lalla’s Pran Pratishtha at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir on January 22, 2025. The celebrations reflect the city’s spiritual heritage and devotion.
Business News
Indian IT Firms Dominate 2025 Brand Finance IT Rankings
Indian IT companies continue to lead globally, as highlighted in the 2025 Brand Finance IT Services rankings. Accenture retained its position as the most valuable IT services brand for the seventh consecutive year, with a brand value of $41.5 billion. The company also became the strongest IT brand, surpassing IBM Consulting.
Books & Authors News
Amitabh Kant Pens G20 Presidency Memoir
Amitabh Kant’s book, “How India Scaled Mt G20: The Inside Story of the G20 Presidency,” details India’s leadership during its G20 presidency. The book recounts challenges, negotiations, and successes from the 2023 summit in New Delhi.
Sports News
Gujarat Hosts First Olympic Research Conference
India’s ambition to host the 2036 Olympics gained momentum with Gujarat hosting a four-day Olympic Research Conference. The event, involving experts and officials, focuses on sustainable sports infrastructure and economic strategies to support India’s Olympic aspirations.
Schemes News
10 Years of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Campaign
The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative, launched on January 22, 2015, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marks its 10th anniversary. This campaign has been pivotal in addressing gender imbalance and promoting the welfare of girls in India.
