The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has announced the prestigious National Sports Awards for 2024, recognizing outstanding sportspersons, coaches, universities, and entities for their exemplary contributions to sports. The awardees will receive their honors from the President of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 17, 2025. These awards aim to motivate and acknowledge the …
The Indian government has announced the recipients of the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award for 2024, honoring exceptional contributions to sports. Awardees and Their Achievements Manu Bhaker (Shooting): Manu Bhaker made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics by becoming the first Indian athlete post-Independence to win two medals in a single edition of …
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Global Family Day, observed on January 1 each year, sets the tone for the new year with a focus on fostering peace, unity, and appreciation for the families that bring joy and stability to our lives. The day is meant to emphasize the connection between world peace, communities, and the importance of strengthening families. This …
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The decision by Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi to share the World Blitz Championship title at the FIDE Rapid and Blitz Championship in New York has caused significant uproar in the chess world. The controversy escalated after a video surfaced where Carlsen and Nepomniachtchi appeared to strategize on how to pressure FIDE into allowing them …
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Switzerland is implementing a series of significant changes starting January 1, 2025, which impact various sectors including legal, economic, and social frameworks. These include a ban on facial coverings, reforms to inheritance laws, increased pensions, and measures to strengthen bank solvency and liquidity. The changes reflect a growing alignment with European norms and a response …
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The 18th edition of the India-Nepal joint military exercise “Surya Kiran” has commenced at Saljhandi, Nepal, from December 29, 2024, to January 13, 2025. This annual exercise aims to enhance interoperability in jungle warfare, counter-terrorism operations in mountainous terrains, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief under the United Nations Charter. Key Details Exercise Location and …
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On January 1, 2025, Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra assumed command of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Western Air Command, succeeding Air Marshal Pankaj Mohan Sinha, who retired after over 39 years of distinguished service. Professional Background Commissioned as a fighter pilot on December 6, 1986, Air Marshal Mishra has accumulated over 3,000 flying hours. He …
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On September 2, 2024, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved seven significant schemes aimed at improving farmers’ lives and increasing their incomes, with a total financial outlay of ₹13,966 crore. 1. Digital Agriculture Mission (₹2,817 crore) This mission seeks to leverage technology to enhance farmers’ lives by establishing a robust Digital …
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Effective January 1, 2025, Russia introduced a new tourist tax, replacing the earlier resort fee. This initiative, implemented through amendments to the Russian Tax Code, aims to strengthen regional tourism infrastructure. The phased plan will initially charge travelers 1% of their lodging costs, with the rate set to increase to 3% by 2027. The tax …
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Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister of India, is widely respected for his contributions as an economist and a leader. His books reflect his vast knowledge, experience and insights into economics, politics and governance. Below is the list of his top-5 books, along with a brief description. Know About Manmohan Singh Manmohan Singh was a …
Welcome to the Current Affairs Section of Adda247. If you are preparing for Government Job Exams, then it is very important for you to read the Daily Current Affairs. All the important updates based on current affairs are included in this Daily Current Affairs 2025 article.
