This blog post summarizes the key current affairs from January 2025, covering significant appointments, rankings, awards, and events across various sectors including space, sports, and governance.
In this blog post, we will discuss the major current affairs from January 2025, covering approximately 150 questions that highlight significant events, appointments, and achievements across various sectors.
The new 11th Chairman of ISRO (Indian Space Research Organization) is V Narayanan, who has also been appointed as the Secretary of the Department of Space, replacing S Somanath.
The Chief Guest for the 76th Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2025, was President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto. The theme for this year was "Golden India Heritage and Development."
Tuhin Kanta Pandey has been appointed as the new Finance Secretary of India, succeeding T V Somanathan.
Gyanendra Pratap Singh has been appointed as the Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).
India ranks fourth in the Global Fire Power Index 2025, with the USA at the top, followed by Russia and China.
A total of 139 Padma Awards were announced in 2025, including:
Four sports personalities were awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award in 2024, presented by President Droupadi Murmu.
Jannik Sinner won the Men's Singles title at the Australian Open 2025, defeating Alexander Zverev in the final.
Ladakh topped the medal tally in the first phase of the Khelo India Winter Games 2025, held in Ladakh.
Karnataka won the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25, defeating Vidarbha in the final.
India emerged as the champion in both men's and women's categories at the 2025 Kho-Kho World Cup held in New Delhi.
India unveiled its first electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi named "Shunya."
India developed the world's most powerful hydrogen train engine, with a power output of 1200 horsepower, set for trials on the Sonipat route in Haryana.
The first Ayurvedic diagnostic device named "Nadi Tarangini" was launched, which uses AI to analyze pulse diagnostics.
Kappad and Chal beaches in Kerala received the Blue Flag certification, bringing the total number of Blue Flag beaches in India to 13.
The La Glacier in Nepal is projected to vanish by 2040 due to climate change, highlighting the urgent need for environmental action.
World Leprosy Day was celebrated on January 26, 2025, with the theme "Unite to Eliminate Leprosy."
National Voters Day was observed on January 25, 2025, emphasizing the importance of voting in a democracy.
The Pasopass International Festival was celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh, promoting cultural heritage and environmental awareness.
January 2025 was marked by significant developments across various sectors, from space exploration and sports achievements to environmental initiatives and important appointments. Keeping abreast of these current affairs is crucial for understanding the evolving landscape of India and the world.
