1. Obama, Modi walk and talk nuke deal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Barack Obama on
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Barack Obama on
Sunday held talks on a range of crucial issues, including removing hurdles in operationalising the long-stalled civil nuclear agreement and enhancing ties in defence, trade and commerce and climate change.Officials said “progress has been made” on the nuclear issue and India was looking forward to “effectively” work with the U.S. in this “extremely important” field.
The Indian liability law holds the suppliers directly liable in case of a nuclear accident while countries like France and the U.S. have asked India to follow global norms under which the primary liability is with the operator.
Making headway in civil nuclear cooperation, firming up a defence cooperation agreement and broadening ties in diverse areas including trade and investment are major focus of the deliberations, as both countries were working hard to have “excellent” outcomes from Mr. Obama’s visit.
Reflecting the importance India attaches to Mr. Obama’s three-day visit, Mr. Modi received Mr. Obama at the Palam airport, in a departure from protocol.
The American President is accompanied by his wife Michelle and a high-level delegation. Mr. Obama will be the first U.S. President to grace the Republic Day parade on Monday as the Chief Guest.
Earlier, he was given a ceremonial Guard of Honour and a 21-gun salute in the forecourt of the imposing Rashtrapati Bhavan from where he went to Rajghat to pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi.
From Rajghat, Mr. Obama drove straight to the Hyderabad House where he and Mr. Modi held extensive talks on key issues.
2. RBI lifts ban on carrying 1,000, 500 bank notes to and from Nepal, Bhutan
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has lifted ban on carrying Indian bank notes of Rs 1,000 and 500 denominations to and from Nepal, Bhutan.
In this regard RBI has issued a circular that eased the restriction on export and import of bank notes of 1,000 and 500 denominations for Nepal and Bhutan.
However, RBI has put a limit of carrying such notes at Rs 25,000 per person.
Earlier in May 2000, RBI had imposed ban following the request of Union government to curb smuggling of counterfeit currency.
Implication: It will provide a great relief to workers from both nations as well as Indian tourists travelling to Nepal and Bhutan.
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has lifted ban on carrying Indian bank notes of Rs 1,000 and 500 denominations to and from Nepal, Bhutan.
In this regard RBI has issued a circular that eased the restriction on export and import of bank notes of 1,000 and 500 denominations for Nepal and Bhutan.
However, RBI has put a limit of carrying such notes at Rs 25,000 per person.
Earlier in May 2000, RBI had imposed ban following the request of Union government to curb smuggling of counterfeit currency.
Implication: It will provide a great relief to workers from both nations as well as Indian tourists travelling to Nepal and Bhutan.
3. Arundhathi Subramaniam wins inaugural Khushwant Singh Memorial Prize for Poetry
Poetess Arundhathi Subramaniam has won the inaugural Khushwant Singh Memorial Prize for Poetry.
She has been conferred this prize for her work When God is a Traveller. Her name was announced at a prize ceremony held at Jaipur Literature Festival.
The jury, which included Ashok Vajpeyi, Jeet Thayil, Namita Gokhale, Pavan K. Varma and Soli Sorabjee had chosen her work When God is a Traveller from among the nominated books of poetry by a single author published between September 15, 2013 and 2014.
Arundhathi Subramaniam
She is a poetess and a writer on spirituality and culture.
Work- She has authored three books of poems: Where I live (2005), Sadhguru- More Than A Life (2009), Pilgrim’s India (2011).
Award: She has received the Raza Award for Poetry (2009)
Poetess Arundhathi Subramaniam has won the inaugural Khushwant Singh Memorial Prize for Poetry.
She has been conferred this prize for her work When God is a Traveller. Her name was announced at a prize ceremony held at Jaipur Literature Festival.
The jury, which included Ashok Vajpeyi, Jeet Thayil, Namita Gokhale, Pavan K. Varma and Soli Sorabjee had chosen her work When God is a Traveller from among the nominated books of poetry by a single author published between September 15, 2013 and 2014.
Arundhathi Subramaniam
She is a poetess and a writer on spirituality and culture.
Work- She has authored three books of poems: Where I live (2005), Sadhguru- More Than A Life (2009), Pilgrim’s India (2011).
Award: She has received the Raza Award for Poetry (2009)
4. Prime Minister presented National Bravery Awards 2014 to 24 awardees
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented National Bravery Awards 2014 to 24 awardees.
8 girls and 16 boys were conferred with National Bravery Awards. Four of them have been awarded posthumously. The awardees receive a medal, certificate and cash incentive. Also, they will participate in the Republic Day parade.
The selection was made by a high powered committee comprising representatives of various Ministries/Departments, non-governmental organisations as well as Office Bearers of ICCW.
The lists of awardees are
Sanjay Chopra Award
•Devesh Kumar
Bapu Gaidhani Award
•Monika
•Rumoh Meto
•Riya Chaudhary
Geeta Chopra Award
•Gunjan Sharma
Bharat Award
•Resham Fatma
General National Bravery Award
•Aqil Mohammad N K
•Anjith. P
•Gaurav Kumar Bharti
•Hiral Jitubhai Halpati
•Midhun P P
•Ripa Das
•Zeal Jitendra Marathe
•Rajdeep Das
•Stevenson Lawriniang
•Ashwini Bandu Ughade
•Gaurav Kumar Bharti
•L. Brainson Singh
•Labhanshu
•G. Tooldev Sharma
•Mhonbeni Equng
•Mesak K. Remnalalnghaka
•Sahanesh R
•Balram Dansena
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented National Bravery Awards 2014 to 24 awardees.
8 girls and 16 boys were conferred with National Bravery Awards. Four of them have been awarded posthumously. The awardees receive a medal, certificate and cash incentive. Also, they will participate in the Republic Day parade.
The selection was made by a high powered committee comprising representatives of various Ministries/Departments, non-governmental organisations as well as Office Bearers of ICCW.
The lists of awardees are
Sanjay Chopra Award
•Devesh Kumar
Bapu Gaidhani Award
•Monika
•Rumoh Meto
•Riya Chaudhary
Geeta Chopra Award
•Gunjan Sharma
Bharat Award
•Resham Fatma
General National Bravery Award
•Aqil Mohammad N K
•Anjith. P
•Gaurav Kumar Bharti
•Hiral Jitubhai Halpati
•Midhun P P
•Ripa Das
•Zeal Jitendra Marathe
•Rajdeep Das
•Stevenson Lawriniang
•Ashwini Bandu Ughade
•Gaurav Kumar Bharti
•L. Brainson Singh
•Labhanshu
•G. Tooldev Sharma
•Mhonbeni Equng
•Mesak K. Remnalalnghaka
•Sahanesh R
•Balram Dansena
5. Pooja Thakur- first woman officer to lead guard of honour at Rashtrapathi Bhavan
Wing Commander Pooja Thakur has become the first woman officer to lead the ceremonial Guard of Honour at Rashtrapathi Bhavan.
On 25 January 2015, she led the ceremonial Guard of Honour which was inspected by the U.S. President Barack Obama at Rashtrapathi Bhavan.
President Barack Obama is on 3 day visit to India. He is first American President to be Chief Guest of India’s Republic Day celebrations 2015.
Wing Commander Pooja Thakur has become the first woman officer to lead the ceremonial Guard of Honour at Rashtrapathi Bhavan.
On 25 January 2015, she led the ceremonial Guard of Honour which was inspected by the U.S. President Barack Obama at Rashtrapathi Bhavan.
President Barack Obama is on 3 day visit to India. He is first American President to be Chief Guest of India’s Republic Day celebrations 2015.
6. National Voters Day observed on 25th January every year
Every year National Voters’ Day (NVD) is observed on 25th January.
This year i.e. 2015 is fifth National Voters’ Day and theme of this year is Easy Registration, Easy Correction.
Functions: On this occasion, awards for best electoral practices are given to Chief Electoral Officers and District Election Officers. Media houses and civil society organisations are also given awards for best campaign in Voters’ Education and Awareness.
7. TRAI issues draft rules for full mobile number portability
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued draft regulations to facilitate full mobile number portability (MNP).
In this regard, TRAI has issued draft amendment to the Telecommunication Mobile Number Portability Regulation, 2009. It will enable mobile subscribers to retain their numbers when they shift to other states or telecom service areas.
TRAI has sought public comments on the subject by 6 February 2015.
Every year National Voters’ Day (NVD) is observed on 25th January.
This year i.e. 2015 is fifth National Voters’ Day and theme of this year is Easy Registration, Easy Correction.
Functions: On this occasion, awards for best electoral practices are given to Chief Electoral Officers and District Election Officers. Media houses and civil society organisations are also given awards for best campaign in Voters’ Education and Awareness.
7. TRAI issues draft rules for full mobile number portability
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued draft regulations to facilitate full mobile number portability (MNP).
In this regard, TRAI has issued draft amendment to the Telecommunication Mobile Number Portability Regulation, 2009. It will enable mobile subscribers to retain their numbers when they shift to other states or telecom service areas.
TRAI has sought public comments on the subject by 6 February 2015.
8. Queen Elizabeth II Now Oldest Living Monarch in World
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II is now the world’s oldest living monarch. Currently she is 88 years old.
Earlier, Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz was oldest living monarch but he died on 23 January 2015.
It should be noted that, Queen Elizabeth II is one of the eight octogenarian monarchs in the world. Others include the King of Thailand and the Emperor of Japan.
9. Goa to host Indo-Russian Musical Festival ZimaFest
Goa will host Indo-Russian Musical Festival ZimaFest from 24 January 2015 to 25 January 2015 at Candolim beach. The musical festival will witness a confluence of Russian and Indian music.
The festival will host various world's best DJs and bands like Alisa, Dolphin, Parikrama and DJ sets by Karsh Kale, Mara, Kohra, Janux, XP Voodoo, Christ Burstein FT, Victoria Bourke, Bhavishyavani Future Soundz FT. M. Mat.
The festival will be a soulful confluence of music, energy, food, sea, shells and everything and will serve music lovers a quality time with friends and family.
The festival will present a dichotomous mix of a classic all-round music festival that has Live and DJ performances at the same time starting a new trend in the Indian festival environment.
10. National Girl Child Day observed on 24 January
National Girl Child Day is observed on 24 January 2015 across the nation.
This celebration was started to offer more supports and new opportunities to the girls in the country. It is celebrated to increase the awareness among people about all the inequalities faced by the girl child in the society. This day is being observed every year on 24 January since 2008.
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II is now the world’s oldest living monarch. Currently she is 88 years old.
Earlier, Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz was oldest living monarch but he died on 23 January 2015.
It should be noted that, Queen Elizabeth II is one of the eight octogenarian monarchs in the world. Others include the King of Thailand and the Emperor of Japan.
9. Goa to host Indo-Russian Musical Festival ZimaFest
Goa will host Indo-Russian Musical Festival ZimaFest from 24 January 2015 to 25 January 2015 at Candolim beach. The musical festival will witness a confluence of Russian and Indian music.
The festival will host various world's best DJs and bands like Alisa, Dolphin, Parikrama and DJ sets by Karsh Kale, Mara, Kohra, Janux, XP Voodoo, Christ Burstein FT, Victoria Bourke, Bhavishyavani Future Soundz FT. M. Mat.
The festival will be a soulful confluence of music, energy, food, sea, shells and everything and will serve music lovers a quality time with friends and family.
The festival will present a dichotomous mix of a classic all-round music festival that has Live and DJ performances at the same time starting a new trend in the Indian festival environment.
10. National Girl Child Day observed on 24 January
National Girl Child Day is observed on 24 January 2015 across the nation.
This celebration was started to offer more supports and new opportunities to the girls in the country. It is celebrated to increase the awareness among people about all the inequalities faced by the girl child in the society. This day is being observed every year on 24 January since 2008.
1. Obama, Modi walk and talk nuke deal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Barack Obama on
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Barack Obama on
Sunday held talks on a range of crucial issues, including removing hurdles in operationalising the long-stalled civil nuclear agreement and enhancing ties in defence, trade and commerce and climate change.Officials said “progress has been made” on the nuclear issue and India was looking forward to “effectively” work with the U.S. in this “extremely important” field.
The Indian liability law holds the suppliers directly liable in case of a nuclear accident while countries like France and the U.S. have asked India to follow global norms under which the primary liability is with the operator.
Making headway in civil nuclear cooperation, firming up a defence cooperation agreement and broadening ties in diverse areas including trade and investment are major focus of the deliberations, as both countries were working hard to have “excellent” outcomes from Mr. Obama’s visit.
Reflecting the importance India attaches to Mr. Obama’s three-day visit, Mr. Modi received Mr. Obama at the Palam airport, in a departure from protocol.
The American President is accompanied by his wife Michelle and a high-level delegation. Mr. Obama will be the first U.S. President to grace the Republic Day parade on Monday as the Chief Guest.
Earlier, he was given a ceremonial Guard of Honour and a 21-gun salute in the forecourt of the imposing Rashtrapati Bhavan from where he went to Rajghat to pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi.
From Rajghat, Mr. Obama drove straight to the Hyderabad House where he and Mr. Modi held extensive talks on key issues.
2. RBI lifts ban on carrying 1,000, 500 bank notes to and from Nepal, Bhutan
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has lifted ban on carrying Indian bank notes of Rs 1,000 and 500 denominations to and from Nepal, Bhutan.
In this regard RBI has issued a circular that eased the restriction on export and import of bank notes of 1,000 and 500 denominations for Nepal and Bhutan.
However, RBI has put a limit of carrying such notes at Rs 25,000 per person.
Earlier in May 2000, RBI had imposed ban following the request of Union government to curb smuggling of counterfeit currency.
Implication: It will provide a great relief to workers from both nations as well as Indian tourists travelling to Nepal and Bhutan.
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has lifted ban on carrying Indian bank notes of Rs 1,000 and 500 denominations to and from Nepal, Bhutan.
In this regard RBI has issued a circular that eased the restriction on export and import of bank notes of 1,000 and 500 denominations for Nepal and Bhutan.
However, RBI has put a limit of carrying such notes at Rs 25,000 per person.
Earlier in May 2000, RBI had imposed ban following the request of Union government to curb smuggling of counterfeit currency.
Implication: It will provide a great relief to workers from both nations as well as Indian tourists travelling to Nepal and Bhutan.
3. Arundhathi Subramaniam wins inaugural Khushwant Singh Memorial Prize for Poetry
Poetess Arundhathi Subramaniam has won the inaugural Khushwant Singh Memorial Prize for Poetry.
She has been conferred this prize for her work When God is a Traveller. Her name was announced at a prize ceremony held at Jaipur Literature Festival.
The jury, which included Ashok Vajpeyi, Jeet Thayil, Namita Gokhale, Pavan K. Varma and Soli Sorabjee had chosen her work When God is a Traveller from among the nominated books of poetry by a single author published between September 15, 2013 and 2014.
Arundhathi Subramaniam
She is a poetess and a writer on spirituality and culture.
Work- She has authored three books of poems: Where I live (2005), Sadhguru- More Than A Life (2009), Pilgrim’s India (2011).
Award: She has received the Raza Award for Poetry (2009)
Poetess Arundhathi Subramaniam has won the inaugural Khushwant Singh Memorial Prize for Poetry.
She has been conferred this prize for her work When God is a Traveller. Her name was announced at a prize ceremony held at Jaipur Literature Festival.
The jury, which included Ashok Vajpeyi, Jeet Thayil, Namita Gokhale, Pavan K. Varma and Soli Sorabjee had chosen her work When God is a Traveller from among the nominated books of poetry by a single author published between September 15, 2013 and 2014.
Arundhathi Subramaniam
She is a poetess and a writer on spirituality and culture.
Work- She has authored three books of poems: Where I live (2005), Sadhguru- More Than A Life (2009), Pilgrim’s India (2011).
Award: She has received the Raza Award for Poetry (2009)
4. Prime Minister presented National Bravery Awards 2014 to 24 awardees
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented National Bravery Awards 2014 to 24 awardees.
8 girls and 16 boys were conferred with National Bravery Awards. Four of them have been awarded posthumously. The awardees receive a medal, certificate and cash incentive. Also, they will participate in the Republic Day parade.
The selection was made by a high powered committee comprising representatives of various Ministries/Departments, non-governmental organisations as well as Office Bearers of ICCW.
The lists of awardees are
Sanjay Chopra Award
•Devesh Kumar
Bapu Gaidhani Award
•Monika
•Rumoh Meto
•Riya Chaudhary
Geeta Chopra Award
•Gunjan Sharma
Bharat Award
•Resham Fatma
General National Bravery Award
•Aqil Mohammad N K
•Anjith. P
•Gaurav Kumar Bharti
•Hiral Jitubhai Halpati
•Midhun P P
•Ripa Das
•Zeal Jitendra Marathe
•Rajdeep Das
•Stevenson Lawriniang
•Ashwini Bandu Ughade
•Gaurav Kumar Bharti
•L. Brainson Singh
•Labhanshu
•G. Tooldev Sharma
•Mhonbeni Equng
•Mesak K. Remnalalnghaka
•Sahanesh R
•Balram Dansena
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented National Bravery Awards 2014 to 24 awardees.
8 girls and 16 boys were conferred with National Bravery Awards. Four of them have been awarded posthumously. The awardees receive a medal, certificate and cash incentive. Also, they will participate in the Republic Day parade.
The selection was made by a high powered committee comprising representatives of various Ministries/Departments, non-governmental organisations as well as Office Bearers of ICCW.
The lists of awardees are
Sanjay Chopra Award
•Devesh Kumar
Bapu Gaidhani Award
•Monika
•Rumoh Meto
•Riya Chaudhary
Geeta Chopra Award
•Gunjan Sharma
Bharat Award
•Resham Fatma
General National Bravery Award
•Aqil Mohammad N K
•Anjith. P
•Gaurav Kumar Bharti
•Hiral Jitubhai Halpati
•Midhun P P
•Ripa Das
•Zeal Jitendra Marathe
•Rajdeep Das
•Stevenson Lawriniang
•Ashwini Bandu Ughade
•Gaurav Kumar Bharti
•L. Brainson Singh
•Labhanshu
•G. Tooldev Sharma
•Mhonbeni Equng
•Mesak K. Remnalalnghaka
•Sahanesh R
•Balram Dansena
5. Pooja Thakur- first woman officer to lead guard of honour at Rashtrapathi Bhavan
Wing Commander Pooja Thakur has become the first woman officer to lead the ceremonial Guard of Honour at Rashtrapathi Bhavan.
On 25 January 2015, she led the ceremonial Guard of Honour which was inspected by the U.S. President Barack Obama at Rashtrapathi Bhavan.
President Barack Obama is on 3 day visit to India. He is first American President to be Chief Guest of India’s Republic Day celebrations 2015.
Wing Commander Pooja Thakur has become the first woman officer to lead the ceremonial Guard of Honour at Rashtrapathi Bhavan.
On 25 January 2015, she led the ceremonial Guard of Honour which was inspected by the U.S. President Barack Obama at Rashtrapathi Bhavan.
President Barack Obama is on 3 day visit to India. He is first American President to be Chief Guest of India’s Republic Day celebrations 2015.
6. National Voters Day observed on 25th January every year
Every year National Voters’ Day (NVD) is observed on 25th January.
This year i.e. 2015 is fifth National Voters’ Day and theme of this year is Easy Registration, Easy Correction.
Functions: On this occasion, awards for best electoral practices are given to Chief Electoral Officers and District Election Officers. Media houses and civil society organisations are also given awards for best campaign in Voters’ Education and Awareness.
7. TRAI issues draft rules for full mobile number portability
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued draft regulations to facilitate full mobile number portability (MNP).
In this regard, TRAI has issued draft amendment to the Telecommunication Mobile Number Portability Regulation, 2009. It will enable mobile subscribers to retain their numbers when they shift to other states or telecom service areas.
TRAI has sought public comments on the subject by 6 February 2015.
Every year National Voters’ Day (NVD) is observed on 25th January.
This year i.e. 2015 is fifth National Voters’ Day and theme of this year is Easy Registration, Easy Correction.
Functions: On this occasion, awards for best electoral practices are given to Chief Electoral Officers and District Election Officers. Media houses and civil society organisations are also given awards for best campaign in Voters’ Education and Awareness.
7. TRAI issues draft rules for full mobile number portability
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued draft regulations to facilitate full mobile number portability (MNP).
In this regard, TRAI has issued draft amendment to the Telecommunication Mobile Number Portability Regulation, 2009. It will enable mobile subscribers to retain their numbers when they shift to other states or telecom service areas.
TRAI has sought public comments on the subject by 6 February 2015.
8. Queen Elizabeth II Now Oldest Living Monarch in World
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II is now the world’s oldest living monarch. Currently she is 88 years old.
Earlier, Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz was oldest living monarch but he died on 23 January 2015.
It should be noted that, Queen Elizabeth II is one of the eight octogenarian monarchs in the world. Others include the King of Thailand and the Emperor of Japan.
9. Goa to host Indo-Russian Musical Festival ZimaFest
Goa will host Indo-Russian Musical Festival ZimaFest from 24 January 2015 to 25 January 2015 at Candolim beach. The musical festival will witness a confluence of Russian and Indian music.
The festival will host various world's best DJs and bands like Alisa, Dolphin, Parikrama and DJ sets by Karsh Kale, Mara, Kohra, Janux, XP Voodoo, Christ Burstein FT, Victoria Bourke, Bhavishyavani Future Soundz FT. M. Mat.
The festival will be a soulful confluence of music, energy, food, sea, shells and everything and will serve music lovers a quality time with friends and family.
The festival will present a dichotomous mix of a classic all-round music festival that has Live and DJ performances at the same time starting a new trend in the Indian festival environment.
10. National Girl Child Day observed on 24 January
National Girl Child Day is observed on 24 January 2015 across the nation.
This celebration was started to offer more supports and new opportunities to the girls in the country. It is celebrated to increase the awareness among people about all the inequalities faced by the girl child in the society. This day is being observed every year on 24 January since 2008.
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II is now the world’s oldest living monarch. Currently she is 88 years old.
Earlier, Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz was oldest living monarch but he died on 23 January 2015.
It should be noted that, Queen Elizabeth II is one of the eight octogenarian monarchs in the world. Others include the King of Thailand and the Emperor of Japan.
9. Goa to host Indo-Russian Musical Festival ZimaFest
Goa will host Indo-Russian Musical Festival ZimaFest from 24 January 2015 to 25 January 2015 at Candolim beach. The musical festival will witness a confluence of Russian and Indian music.
The festival will host various world's best DJs and bands like Alisa, Dolphin, Parikrama and DJ sets by Karsh Kale, Mara, Kohra, Janux, XP Voodoo, Christ Burstein FT, Victoria Bourke, Bhavishyavani Future Soundz FT. M. Mat.
The festival will be a soulful confluence of music, energy, food, sea, shells and everything and will serve music lovers a quality time with friends and family.
The festival will present a dichotomous mix of a classic all-round music festival that has Live and DJ performances at the same time starting a new trend in the Indian festival environment.
10. National Girl Child Day observed on 24 January
National Girl Child Day is observed on 24 January 2015 across the nation.
This celebration was started to offer more supports and new opportunities to the girls in the country. It is celebrated to increase the awareness among people about all the inequalities faced by the girl child in the society. This day is being observed every year on 24 January since 2008.
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