Current Affairs Quiz: 21 January 2021
The day’s updated quizzes cover topics such as Second Gentleman of the United States, Vaccine Maitri Initiative and Syrian conflict among others.
Current Affairs in Short: 21 January 2021
Kerala Assembly rejected a resolution to remove Speaker P Sreeramakrishnan, prompting a walkout from the Opposition United Democratic Front (UDF).
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Joe Biden took an oath as a 46th President of the United States in the 59th inauguration ceremony at the US Capitol on January 20, 2021.
Health Ministry adds new feature to CoWIN app to monitor COVID-19 vaccination
The Ministry noted certain glitches in the Co-WIN software and has decided to enhance the platform by adding a new feature of "Allot Beneficiary" in the ongoing session.
China announces sanctions on 28 American officials of former Trump Administration
China has claimed that the former Trump officials made crazy moves that seriously disrupted the ties between the US and China.
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Health Ministry adds new feature to CoWIN app to monitor COVID-19 vaccination
The Ministry noted certain glitches in the Co-WIN software and has decided to enhance the platform by adding a new feature of "Allot Beneficiary" in the ongoing session.
DRDO signs MoU with MoRTH for geo-hazard management
The initiative aims at ensuring safety against the adverse effects of landslides as well as other natural calamities on the national highways of India.
Union Cabinet approves investment of Rs. 5281.94 crores for 850 MW Ratle Hydro Power Project in J&K
The Lieutenant Governor of J&K, Manoj Sinha thanked PM Modi for approving the project and termed it as a historical decision for making J&K a power surplus.
India, EU hold first virtual maritime security dialogue
The India-EU Maritime Security Dialogue aimed at developing mutual understanding and cooperation between both the regions in the maritime security domain.
Cabinet approves signing of MoU between India and Uzbekistan in field of solar energy
Both the countries will work for the implementation and deployment of the pilot project in the International Solar Alliance member countries.
China announces sanctions on 28 American officials of former Trump Administration
China has claimed that the former Trump officials made crazy moves that seriously disrupted the ties between the US and China.
India at UNSC: India ready to play constructive, meaningful role to end Syrian conflict
Tirumurti said as India begins its new term in the UNSC 8 years later, it is disheartening to note that the ongoing crisis in Syria still has no end in sight.
US President Joe Biden signs order to return US to Paris Agreement, WHO, ends Muslim travel ban
The new US President has halted the construction of Trump's border wall with Mexico by terminating the administration's national emergency declaration that helped fund the building of the wall.
India, EU hold first virtual maritime security dialogue
The India-EU Maritime Security Dialogue aimed at developing mutual understanding and cooperation between both the regions in the maritime security domain.
Joe Biden inaugurated as 46th US President, Kamala Harris sworn-in as first female US Vice President
Joe Biden has been sworn in as the 46th President of the United States in the 59th inauguration ceremony at the West Front of the US Capitol. Kamala Harris was also sworn in as the first female, African and Asian-American Vice President of the United States.
Lasith Malinga retires from franchise cricket, will not play for Mumbai Indians
Lasith Malinga has been a part of Mumbai Indians IPL franchise since 2008, becoming their leading bowler in terms of wickets taken.
Lewis Hamilton awarded knighthood in UK New Year honours list
Hamilton surpassed Michael Schumacher's all-time record of 91 wins in October 2020, taking his total win tally to 95.
Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni won the ICC Spirit of Cricket Award of the Decade for his grand gesture of recalling England batsman Ian Bell to the crease after a bizarre run out in the Trent Bridge Test against England in 2011.
Yearender 2020: Dean Jones, Kobe Bryant, Diego Maradona, Sporting legends who passed away this year
From Maradona to Kobe Bryant, go through the list of sporting personalities who passed away in 2020 leaving millions of grieving fans behind.
FIFA postpones men’s U-17, U-20 World Cups 2021 due to COVID-19 pandemic
The bureau of the FIFA Council came to the conclusion that the global situation has still not normalized to a sufficient level for addressing the challenges that will be associated with hosting both the tournaments.
Health Ministry adds new feature to CoWIN app to monitor COVID-19 vaccination
The Ministry noted certain glitches in the Co-WIN software and has decided to enhance the platform by adding a new feature of "Allot Beneficiary" in the ongoing session.
Dr. Paul confirmed that a nasal vaccine candidate has come under consideration for phase 1 and phase 2 trials but said that we will have to wait to know the results.
India and Japan sign MoU to strengthen cooperation in Information and Communications Technology
The Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad urged the electronics industry of Japan to invest in India as well as avail the benefits of the new technologies.
IMD launches website to record weather conditions
The system has been implemented by IMD for improving the country’s network of observatories and for increasing its public connection.
Union Cabinet approves MoU between India, UAE for scientific and technical cooperation
The Memorandum of Understanding on the scientific and technical cooperation will be between the Ministry of Earth Sciences, India, and the National Centre of Meteorology, UAE.
TRIFED and IFFDC sign MoU to promote livelihood generation of tribal people
TRIFED has been working for the empowerment of the tribals. It also focuses its efforts on finding new ways to improve the lives and livelihoods of the tribal people.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman conducts pre-budget consultations with State/ UT Finance Ministers
The Finance Minister highlighted the importance of the meeting as a sign of co-operative federalism.
China's economy shows 2.3 percent growth in 2020, lowest in 45 years
The Chinese economy posted almost 6.5 percent growth in the three months ending in December, in comparison to the earlier year.
Union Budget 2021 to go paperless for first time since Independence
As per sources, the Budget papers including both the Union Budget and Economic Survey will not be printed and soft copies will be provided.
Foreign Trade Policy: Government announces new policy to be rolled out from April 2021
The New Foreign Trade Policy 2021-2026 will strive to make India a leader in international trade.
Cabinet approves signing of MoU between India and Uzbekistan in field of solar energy
Both the countries will work for the implementation and deployment of the pilot project in the International Solar Alliance member countries.
Petroleum Ministry launches month-long ‘SAKSHAM’ Campaign
The idea behind 'SAKSHAM' campaign is to convince the consumers to switch to the option of cleaner fuels as well as bring in behavioural changes to use fossil fuel intelligently.
IMD launches website to record weather conditions
The system has been implemented by IMD for improving the country’s network of observatories and for increasing its public connection.
Insect Apocalypse: Is Climate Change causing Earth to lose 1-2 percent of its insects?
Insects are crucial to the world's food chain and help get rid of waste. In agriculture, insects help in the cross-pollination of plants in the environment.
MSME Minister Nitin Gadkari to launch innovative, eco-friendly, non-toxic wall paint
The eco-friendly, non-toxic wall paint, which is called “Khadi Prakritik Paint” is a first-of-its-kind product. It has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties.
Current Affairs Quiz: 21 January 2021
The day’s updated quizzes cover topics such as Second Gentleman of the United States, Vaccine Maitri Initiative and Syrian conflict among others.
Current Affairs in Short: 21 January 2021
Kerala Assembly rejected a resolution to remove Speaker P Sreeramakrishnan, prompting a walkout from the Opposition United Democratic Front (UDF).
Top 5 Current Affairs: 22 January 2021
Joe Biden took an oath as a 46th President of the United States in the 59th inauguration ceremony at the US Capitol on January 20, 2021.
Health Ministry adds new feature to CoWIN app to monitor COVID-19 vaccination
The Ministry noted certain glitches in the Co-WIN software and has decided to enhance the platform by adding a new feature of "Allot Beneficiary" in the ongoing session.
China announces sanctions on 28 American officials of former Trump Administration
China has claimed that the former Trump officials made crazy moves that seriously disrupted the ties between the US and China.
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