1. International Holocaust Remembrance Day observed on 27 January
What happened:
International Holocaust Remembrance Day was observed worldwide on 27 January to honour the victims of the Holocaust.
Why important:
The day promotes awareness about genocide, human rights violations, and the need to prevent hatred and antisemitism.
Exam Tip:
Observed on 27 January; commemorates the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau (1945).
2. India celebrated the 77th Republic Day at Kartavya Path
What happened:
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day with a grand parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi.
Why important:
The parade showcased India’s military strength, cultural diversity, and democratic values.
Exam Tip:
Republic Day is celebrated on 26 January to mark the adoption of the Indian Constitution (1950).
3. European Union leaders attended India’s Republic Day celebrations
What happened:
President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, and President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, graced the celebrations as chief guests.
Why important:
It reflects strengthening India-EU diplomatic, economic, and strategic relations.
Exam Tip:
Chief Guest questions are highly frequent in prelims.
4. President Droupadi Murmu approved gallantry awards
What happened:
President Droupadi Murmu approved gallantry awards for 70 defence personnel.
Why important:
The awards recognise acts of bravery by armed forces during operations and peacetime.
Exam Tip:
Major gallantry awards include Param Vir Chakra, Mahavir Chakra, Vir Chakra.
5. India and Russia target $100 billion bilateral trade by 2030
What happened:
India and Russia announced a target of achieving $100 billion bilateral trade by 2030.
Why important:
It strengthens long-term economic, defence, and energy cooperation.
Exam Tip:
India-Russia relations are a core pillar of India’s foreign policy.
6. India and EU highlighted strong strategic and economic ties
What happened:
India and the European Union reaffirmed their strategic and economic partnership.
Why important:
Covers cooperation in trade, climate action, digital technology, and global security.
Exam Tip:
India-EU ties include negotiations on FTA (Free Trade Agreement).
7. United States increased tariffs on South Korean imports
What happened:
The United States announced higher tariffs on selected imports from South Korea.
Why important:
May impact global trade flows and WTO-related discussions.
Exam Tip:
Tariffs are tools of trade protectionism.
8. Boeing expects strong Dreamliner demand in India
What happened:
Boeing projected strong demand for its Dreamliner aircraft in the Indian aviation market.
Why important:
Reflects rapid growth of India’s civil aviation sector.
Exam Tip:
India is among the fastest-growing aviation markets globally.
9. ISRO preparing tests for Gaganyaan mission
What happened:
ISRO is preparing critical tests for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission.
Why important:
Gaganyaan will make India the 4th country to send humans to space independently.
Exam Tip:
Gaganyaan includes crew module, service module, and human-rated launch vehicle.
10. India ranked among top global startup ecosystems
What happened:
India ranked among the top startup ecosystems globally.
Why important:
Highlights India’s innovation capacity, digital economy, and entrepreneurship growth.
Exam Tip:
India is the 3rd largest startup ecosystem, after the US and China.
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