National News
- India and Oman Amend Tax Treaty and Accelerate Trade Pact Negotiations 🇮🇳🇴🇲: India and Oman have taken significant steps to strengthen their economic relationship by expediting discussions for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and signing a protocol to amend their existing Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA).
- UAE Declares 2025 the ‘Year of Community’ 🌍: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan announced that 2025 will be the “Year of Community,” a national initiative aimed at fostering unity and inclusion within society. The campaign, under the slogan “Hand in Hand,” emphasizes the UAE leadership’s commitment to building a cohesive and empowered community.
- India and Indonesia Sign Five MoUs to Strengthen Bilateral Ties 🇮🇳🇮🇩: During Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s official visit to New Delhi, India and Indonesia signed five Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to bolster bilateral ties. This visit marked President Subianto’s first to India since assuming office in 2024, and he was the Chief Guest at India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations.
- Tripura Pioneers Multi-Lingual Governance with Bhashini MoU 🌐: Tripura became the first northeastern state to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Digital India Bhashini Division (DIBD) of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The agreement aims to revolutionize regional language use in governance, making public services more accessible and inclusive for the people of Tripura.
- Sikkim’s Unique Tax Exemption Status Explained 🏞️: Sikkim enjoys a special tax exemption status, which has intrigued many. This article explores the historical, legal, and socio-economic factors behind Sikkim’s tax-free status, shedding light on its significance and implications.
- Telangana CM Launches 4 Welfare Schemes on Republic Day 🏗️: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy unveiled four significant welfare initiatives aimed at supporting farmers, landless agricultural laborers, and marginalized communities. These schemes were part of the Congress Party’s promises during the 2023 Telangana Legislative Assembly elections.
International News
- UAE President Declares 2025 the ‘Year of Community’ 🌍: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan announced that 2025 will be the “Year of Community,” a national initiative aimed at fostering unity and inclusion within society. The campaign, under the slogan “Hand in Hand,” emphasizes the UAE leadership’s commitment to building a cohesive and empowered community.
- India and Indonesia Sign Five MoUs to Strengthen Bilateral Ties 🇮🇳🇮🇩: During Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s official visit to New Delhi, India and Indonesia signed five Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to bolster bilateral ties. This visit marked President Subianto’s first to India since assuming office in 2024, and he was the Chief Guest at India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations.
multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on the current affairs of January 29, 2025, along with their answers:
MCQs with Answers
- What significant step have India and Oman taken to strengthen their economic relationship? 🇮🇳🇴🇲
- a) Signed a new defense pact
- b) Expedited discussions for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)
- c) Launched a joint space mission
- d) Announced a new trade embargo
- Answer: b) Expedited discussions for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)
- What initiative did UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan declare for 2025? 🌍
- a) Year of Sustainability
- b) Year of Innovation
- c) Year of Community
- d) Year of Education
- Answer: c) Year of Community
- Which two countries signed five Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to strengthen bilateral ties? 🇮🇳🇮🇩
- a) India and China
- b) India and Japan
- c) India and Indonesia
- d) India and Australia
- Answer: c) India and Indonesia
- Which northeastern state in India became the first to sign an MoU with the Digital India Bhashini Division (DIBD)? 🌐
- a) Assam
- b) Meghalaya
- c) Manipur
- d) Tripura
- Answer: d) Tripura
- What unique status does Sikkim enjoy that has intrigued many? 🏞️
- a) Special tax exemption status
- b) Autonomous governance
- c) Special economic zone
- d) Independent trade agreements
- Answer: a) Special tax exemption status
- Which state’s Chief Minister launched four welfare schemes on Republic Day? 🏗️
- a) Maharashtra
- b) Tamil Nadu
- c) Telangana
- d) Kerala
- Answer: c) Telangana
- Who was the Chief Guest at India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations? 🇮🇳
- a) Joe Biden
- b) Vladimir Putin
- c) Xi Jinping
- d) Prabowo Subianto
- Answer: d) Prabowo Subianto
- What campaign slogan was announced for UAE’s Year of Community? 🌍
- a) Together We Thrive
- b) Building Bridges
- c) Hand in Hand
- d) United We Stand
- Answer: c) Hand in Hand
- Which Indian city raised concerns over a neighboring country’s embankment project? 🌊
- a) Kolkata
- b) Guwahati
- c) Agartala
- d) Shillong
- Answer: c) Agartala
- What event is Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to inaugurate in Odisha? 🏗️
- a) Smart City Expo
- b) International Trade Fair
- c) Utkarsh Odisha, Make-in-Odisha Conclave
- d) National Health Summit
- Answer: c) Utkarsh Odisha, Make-in-Odisha Conclave