10,000 Geographical Indication (GI) Tags by 2030 : Piyush Goyal Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, announced an ambitious target of reaching 10,000 Geographical Indication (GI) Tags by 2030. The announcement was made during the GI Samagam held in New Delhi, organized by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade […]
Month: January 2025
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has become the first Indian bank to launch Clari5’s National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) Integration Solution.
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has become the first Indian bank to launch Clari5’s National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) Integration Solution: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has become the first Indian bank to implement Clari5’s National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) Integration Solution, marking a significant advancement in fraud prevention and complaint management. This state-of-the-art system, developed in […]
Second Largest Fair in Uttar Pradesh After Kumbh Mela
Second Largest Fair in Uttar Pradesh After Kumbh Mela: The Nauchandi Mela in Meerut is the second-largest fair in Uttar Pradesh after the Kumbh Mela. Held annually, it started in 1672 as a cattle trading fair and has evolved into a grand cultural event. The fair features shopping, food stalls and exciting rides, attracting many […]
9th Johor International Open Chess Tournament
9th Johor International Open Chess Tournament: Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Panneerselvam delivered a stellar performance to claim victory at the 9th Johor International Open Chess Tournament in Malaysia. The 22-year-old from Erode, Tamil Nadu, showcased his dominance by finishing 1.5 points ahead of his nearest competitor.His victory adds to his earlier triumph at the Chennai Open […]
RBI Fines Canara, BOI, and J&K Bank
RBI Fines Canara, BOI, and J&K Bank: RBI penalized Canara Bank (₹1.63 crore), J&K Bank (₹3.31 crore), and Bank of India (₹1 crore) for regulatory non-compliance in areas like loans, data, and KYC.These penalties underscore the RBI’s ongoing efforts to enforce regulatory compliance within the banking sector.
Australian Open title
Australian Open title: Jannik Sinner successfully retained his Australian Open title with a commanding victory over Alexander Zverev in a straightforward final, solidifying his position as one of tennis’s brightest talents. The 23-year-old Italian delivered a stellar performance, defeating the German 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-3.Sinner has now etched his name into tennis history as the youngest […]
India’s New Ambassador to Israel
India’s New Ambassador to Israel: The Government of India announced the appointment of Jitender Pal Singh as the next Ambassador to Israel. An Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer from the 2002 batch, Singh is currently serving in the office of the External Affairs Minister and has previously led the Pakistan-Afghanistan-Iran division within the Ministry of […]
International Day of Clean Energy 2025
International Day of Clean Energy 2025: The International Day of Clean Energy on 26 January was declared by the General Assembly as a call to raise awareness and mobilize action for a just and inclusive transition to clean energy for the benefit of people and the planet. Energy lies at the heart of a dual […]
M. Mohan Appointed as Director of ISRO’s Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre
M. Mohan Appointed as Director of ISRO’s Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre: M. Mohan was appointed as the Director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. He succeeds Dr. V. Narayanan, who recently assumed the role of Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on January 14, 2025.M. Mohan has been an […]
ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year
ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year: Bumrah Crowned ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year. Jasprit Bumrah had an extraordinary year in 2024, establishing himself as the most dominant bowler in Test cricket. Making a stellar comeback after recovering from a back injury in late 2023, Bumrah’s incredible performances propelled India’s success in both […]