1.Prime Minister announces to observe 26 December every year as Veer Bal Diwas to honor the courage of two sons of Guru Gobind Singh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that 26 December will be celebrated as Veer Bal Diwas . He said it would be a fitting tribute to the valor of the sons of Guru Gobind Singh and their wait for justice. Announcing this on the Prakash Parv of Guru Gobind Singh ji , Shri Modi said that Veer Bal Diwas will be celebrated on the same day Sahibzada Zorawar Singh and Sahibzada Fateh Singh were martyred after being elected alive in the wall. He said that instead of giving up the great principles of religion, both of them embraced death. The Prime Minister said that Guru Gobind Singh’s mother Mata Gujri And the bravery and ideals of their Sahibzadas give strength to millions.
2.Election Commission hikes expenditure limit for candidates in elections
The Election Commission of India has increased the existing election expenditure limit for candidates in parliamentary and assembly constituencies due to increase in inflation . The new limits will be applicable in all upcoming elections in the country. The last major revision in the election expenditure limit was done in 2014. This was further increased by 10% in 2020. The Election Commission had constituted a committee to study the cost factors and other related issues and make suitable recommendations. Parliamentary election expenditure limit increased from 70 lakhs to 95 lakhs in large states and from 54 lakhs to 75 lakhs in small stateshas been done. Large states include Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Karnataka. Smaller states include Goa, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh and Union Territories. The election expenditure limit in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been increased to 95 lakhs . Constituencies spending limits for the major states in increased from Rs 28 lakh and Rs 40 lakh and small states in increased from Rs 20 lakh to 28 lakh have went the.
3.DPIIT and commerce ministry to organize Startup India Innovation Week
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry have organized a one-week virtual innovation festival called ‘ Startup India Innovation Week ‘ to showcase the spread and depth of entrepreneurship across India. has decided. The virtual event will be organized from January 10 to January 16, 2022. The purpose of this event is also to celebrate the ‘ Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav ‘, the 75th year of India’s independence .
4.OPEC appoints Haitham Al Ghis of Kuwait as new Secretary General
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has appointed Kuwaiti oil executive Haitham Al Ghais as its new Secretary General, as oil demand continues to improve amid a mild recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. . Al Ghis, a veteran of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation and OPEC governor of Kuwait from 2017 to June 2021, will take over the reins of the group in August, replacing Mohammad Barkindo. The move comes as the Oil Exporting Group and its allies are preparing to decide on the future course for oil production. OPEC+ is expected to stick to its plan in February and increase production by 400,000 barrels per day.
5.Varanasi Agri-Export Hub
On January 7, 2022, APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority) , a branch of the Ministry of Commerce , identified potential districts in Uttar Pradesh to promote exports from that region as Varanasi Agri-Export Hub (VAEH).to be covered under. The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has initiated an initiative to promote exports from the Purvanchal region of Uttar Pradesh by developing VAEH. The Purvanchal region of the state includes the districts of Varanasi, Mirzapur, Prayagraj, Azamgarh, Gorakhpur, Ghazipur, Basti, Chandauli, Jaunpur and Sant Ravidas Nagar. In the last 6 months, 20,000 tonnes of agricultural produce has been exported from Purvanchal region. About 5,000 tonnes of fresh fruits and vegetables while 15,000 tonnes of cereals have been exported to Vietnam, Nepal, Gulf countries and Bangladesh.
6.Strategic zone approved in Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir administration of Gulmarg in more than a thousand Canal and Sonamarg areas in 354 Kanal land ” strategic area approved to declare”. This land will be used for the ” operational and training needs of the Armed Forces “.will be done for. In July 2020, the administration removed a 1971 circular that required a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Home Department of J&K for acquisition of land in favor of the Army, CRPF, BSF and other similar organizations. . Such acquisitions are being covered under the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 with effect from July 2020. The administration also approved an amendment in the Control of Buildings Operation Act, 1988 and the Jammu and Kashmir Development Act, 1970. The amendment provides for special exemptions for carrying out construction activities in “strategic areas” by the armed forces. The order to give land at Gulmarg and Sonmarg to the armed forces provides a condition that “the Corps Commanders shall ensure strict commitment to the laws relating to environment to prevent any environmental hazard”. Other than this,
7.Ministry of AYUSH will organize Surya Namaskar demonstration program globally on January 14, Makar Sankranti
Ministry of AYUSH will organize Surya Namaskar demonstration program globally on January 14, Makar Sankranti . On this day, gratitude is offered to the Sun on behalf of all beings through Surya Namaskar. The purpose of mass Surya Namaskar demonstration is also to make people aware about climate change and global warming. The event will also underline the importance of Makar Sankranti in our cultural and spiritual heritage. Surya Namaskar is a group of eight asanas performed in 12 steps with coordination of body and mind.
8.tracking animals through e-DNA
According to some studies, floating DNA (i.e. e-DNA) can boost biodiversity conservation efforts around the world . Researchers from two teams have reported that environmental DNA (e-DNA) can potentially identify and monitor terrestrial animals . Animals release DNA into the environment through their breath, saliva, fur or feces and these samples are called e-DNA. Airborne e-DNA sampling a biomonitoring methodIt is growing in popularity among biologists and conservationists because of the abundance of information it provides. It can help to understand the structure of animal communities and trace the spread of non-native species. After some changes, this method will work better with existing techniques for monitoring endangered species. Typically, biologists obtain and analyze DNA from animals individually or from animal footprints or faeces, which requires extensive fieldwork. Finding animals to obtain DNA can be challenging, especially if they live in inhospitable habitats. This can aid in tracking the flight patterns of long-distance migratory birds and other birds. It can also capture the DNA of small animals, including insects. Last year (2021), A proof-of-concept study used airborne e-DNA to monitor terrestrial insects. As wildlife ecosystems become increasingly chaotic due to the dangerous effects of climate change, terrestrial bio-monitoring techniques are expected to adapt and make rapid progress for accurate and timely monitoring. The Global eDNA Project project was launched by UNESCO in October 2021 to study the vulnerability of species to climate change at Marine World Heritage Sites. Terrestrial bio-monitoring techniques are expected to adapt and make rapid progress for accurate and timely monitoring. The Global eDNA Project project was launched by UNESCO in October 2021 to study the vulnerability of species to climate change at Marine World Heritage Sites. Terrestrial bio-monitoring techniques are expected to adapt and make rapid progress for accurate and timely monitoring. The Global eDNA Project project was launched by UNESCO in October 2021 to study the vulnerability of species to climate change at Marine World Heritage Sites.
9.Maya civilization has access to about 500 drought resistant edible plants
According to a new study, the Maya civilization may have had access to about 500 drought-resistant edible plants . We still do not know the secret behind the sudden decline of the Maya civilization. Scientists have long suspected that drought pushed people into starvation . Corn, Beans and SquashThe Maya civilization faced starvation due to its reliance on drought-sensitive crops like The Maya are an indigenous people of Mexico and Central America who are native to Mexico south through modern Yucatán, Quintana, Campeche, Tabasco, Chiapas, Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador and Honduras. The Maya civilization originated in the Yucatan Peninsula. It is known for its vast architecture, advanced understanding of mathematics and astronomy. The rise of the Maya began around AD 250 and is known to archaeologists as the Classic Period of Maya culture, which lasted until about 900 AD. At its peak, the Maya civilization consisted of more than 40 cities, each with a population of between 5,000 and 50,000. But then suddenly between 800 and 950 AD many southern cities were abandoned. This period has been called the decline of the Classic Maya civilizations which confuses modern scientists.
10.A new book titled “Gandhi’s Assassins: The Making of Nathuram Godse and His Idea of India” by Dhirendra Jha
Delhi- based journalist Dhirendra K Jha has authored a new book titled ” Gandhi Ke Assassin: The Making of Nathuram Godse and His Idea of India “. The book explores Godse’s relationship with the organizations that influenced his thought and gave him a sense of purpose and the gradual hardening of Godse’s resolve that led to the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi.
11.SBI General Insurance launches ‘#Save excuses and save tax’ campaign
State Bank of India General Insurance Company Ltd. has launched a campaign named ‘ #Save excuses, leave tax ‘ to raise awareness about the need to buy health insurance to save tax . It will also throw light on other benefits of opting for health insurance. The objective of this campaign is to raise awareness about how buying health insurance can help people save tax which is crucial and seasonal in the last quarter of the financial year for all Indians. The campaign will also highlight other benefits of opting for health insurance. The campaign is in a quirky Vox Pop format which sees anchor Rudraksh Singh aka Rudy traveling through major cities like Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi and Kolkata.
12.Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated the 24th Conference on e-Governance 2020-21
The 24th National e-Governance Conference was organized by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) , Telangana State Government and Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology from 7-8 January, 2022. The conference was held at Hyderabad International Convention Centre, Madhapur . The conference was organized under the theme “ India’s Techade: Digital Governance in a Post Pandemic World ”.
13.Ind-Ra cuts India’s GDP growth forecast by 10 basis points to 9.3% in FY22
Rating agency India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has downgraded India’s GDP for the current financial year 2021-2022 . Ind-Ra hope that finance the 2022 growth rate of GDP yoy 9.3% will. Earlier this estimate was 9.4%. Meanwhile, Brickworks Ratings has also revised India’s GDP growth forecast to 8.5-9% for the current fiscal (FY22). Earlier it was estimated at 10%. The rapid spread of the Omicron variant is the main driver for the downgrade of GDP growth estimates.
14.The pair of Rohan Bopanna and Ramkumar Ramanathan won the men’s doubles title at the Adelaide International Tennis Tournament in Australia
The unseeded pair of Rohan Bopanna and Ramkumar Ramanathan have won the men’s doubles title at the Adelaide International Tennis Tournament in Australia . The Indian pair defeated top seeds Ivan Dodig and Marcelo Mela 7-6, 6-1 in straight sets. This is Bopanna’s 20th ATP doubles title and Ramkumar’s first .
15.Ashleigh Barty wins Adelaide International Tennis women’s singles title
World number one tennis player Ashley Barty the Adelaide International ‘s women’s singles have won titles. In Canbara, she defeated Kazakhstan ‘s Elina Rybakina 6-3, 6-2 in the final. It is the 14th singles title of Barty’s career.
16.In tennis, Simona Halep wins Melbourne Summer Set Tennis singles title
In tennis, former world number one Simona Halep has won the Melbourne Summer Set 1 women’s singles title. In the final in Melbourne he third-seeded Russian ‘s Veronica Kudermetova achieved victory 6-2, 6-3. It was the 23rd WTA of his career for Halep. Singles title.
17.22 tourists stranded in Pakistan’s famous tourist destination Marri died after heavy snowfall
In Pakistan , 22 tourists stranded after heavy snowfall in Marri , a famous tourist destination of Punjab province , died in their vehicles due to severe cold. Traffic was blocked on all roads in Marree and vehicles were stuck after heavy snowfall overnight. The government has declared Marri a disaster-prone area.
18.Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
Every year on January 9 at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is celebrated. Pravasi Bharatiya Divas was first celebrated in 2003 . On Pravasi Diwas, those Indians are honored who have enhanced the honor and respect of India by achieving special achievements abroad in their respective fields. This year India is celebrating its 17th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas. Mahatma Gandhi came back to India from South Africa on 9 January 1915 . Mahatma Gandhi is considered a migrant and who can forget his contribution. Late Laxmimal Singhvi conceptualized the celebration of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas.
19.355th Birth Anniversary of Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
The 355th birth anniversary of the tenth Sikh Guru Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji was celebrated on 9 January . In the year 1666 , he was born in Patna Sahib on the seventh day of Shukla Paksha of Paush month . This holy occasion is celebrated as the festival of lights . Special events of Ardas, Shabad and Kirtan have been organized in all the Gurdwaras of the country including Harmandir Sahib, Patna . Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his best wishes on the occasion of Prakash Parv. Shri Modi said that the life and message of Shri Guru Gobind Singh infused power among lakhs of people.
20.Sidney Poitier, the first black man to win an Oscar for Best Actor, dies
Bahamian-American actor Sidney Poitier, who won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 1964 , has died at the age of 94. In 1963, Poitier made a film in Lily of the Field, Arizona. The performance marked a major milestone, making him the first black winner of a lead-acting Oscar. He was awarded the US Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009 by President Obama for his work.
