Current Affairs Today: 15th Jan 2025 Highlights for UPSC, SSC & Banking
📰 National News
What changes were made to the appointment process of Election Commissioners in India?
👉 A new law — Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023 — introduces a structured, transparent selection process.
What is APAAR ID and its full form?
👉 APAAR ID stands for Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry — a digital student ID under “One Nation One Student” initiative to centralize academic records.
What is the Bharat Cleantech Manufacturing Platform?
👉 Launched by Union Minister Piyush Goyal to strengthen India’s cleantech value chains in solar, wind, hydrogen, and battery storage.
What is the purpose of the National Turmeric Board?
👉 To promote India’s turmeric industry — launched by Piyush Goyal with headquarters in Nizamabad, Telangana.
What is IMD Vision-2047?
👉 A strategic roadmap unveiled by PM Modi aiming for zero deaths and 100% weather detection by 2047.
🛡️ Defence News
What is ‘Utkarsh’ in Indian naval development?
👉 The second Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) built by L&T Shipyard for the Indian Navy — launched on Jan 13, 2025 in Chennai.
🏞️ State News
How did a Tripura woman celebrate Thalai Pongal in Tamil Nadu?
👉 Supriya, a physician from Tripura, celebrated Pongal traditionally in Thoothukudi, highlighting cultural unity across states.
What is Boda Tyohar and where is it celebrated?
👉 A month-long harvest festival of the Hatti tribes in Himachal Pradesh’s Trans-Giri region — marked by rituals and community gatherings.
What is Gaan-Ngai and who celebrates it?
👉 A five-day post-harvest festival of the Zeliangrong community in Manipur — symbolizing unity, peace, and prosperity.
💰 Economy News
What was India’s wholesale price inflation in December 2024?
👉 2.37% — up from 1.89% in November, driven by higher prices in fuel, non-food items, and manufactured goods.
What is India’s projected GDP growth for FY25?
👉 6.7% — according to CRISIL, up from 6.4% in the current fiscal year.
🎤 Summits & Conferences
Which major parliamentary conference will India host in 2026?
👉 The 28th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CSPOC) — focusing on AI and social media integration in governance.
🏏 Sports News
Who were ICC Players of the Month for December 2024?
👉 Jasprit Bumrah (India) and Annabel Sutherland (Australia) — recognized for outstanding international cricket performances.
🏅 Awards News
Who received the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award at WBFJA 2025?
👉 Aparna Sen — honored for her contributions to Indian cinema during the West Bengal Film Journalists Association awards.
Current Affairs Today: 15th Jan 2025 Highlights for UPSC, SSC & Banking