Current Affairs January 2024

In January 2024, major events included India's Republic Day celebrations, sports triumphs like the Australian Open and Asia Olympic Qualifiers, political milestones such as Nitish Kumar's record ninth term as Bihar's Chief Minister, and groundbreaking achievements by ISRO. Additionally, there were international news highlights like the lifting of Sri Lanka Cricket's suspension, Bangladesh's general elections, and significant global sporting events. Stay informed with detailed insights into these key happenings from around the world.

29th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• Republic Day Celebrations: The ‘Beating Retreat’ ceremony was held at the historic Vijay Chowk in New Delhi as part of the Republic Day celebrations.

International

• ICC Lifts Suspension on Sri Lanka Cricket: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has lifted the suspension of Sri Lanka Cricket with immediate effect, reinstating it as a member after a two-month suspension.

Sports

• Indian Shooter Wins Gold: Indian shooter Yogesh Singh won Gold in the Men's 25m Centre Fire Pistol event at the Asia Olympic Qualifiers.
• Australian Open 2024: Italy's Jannik Sinner defeated Russia's Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling men's singles final, overcoming a two-set deficit to win 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3 in Melbourne.

28th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• Nitish Kumar Takes Oath as Bihar CM: JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar took the oath of office for a record ninth time as Chief Minister of Bihar, along with eight other cabinet ministers at Rajbhavan.

Sports

• Australian Open 2024:
  • Jannik Sinner: Italy's Jannik Sinner claimed the Australian Open men's singles title, defeating Daniil Medvedev in a 3-hour and 44-minute match (3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3).
  • Rohan Bopanna: Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna became the oldest-ever Grand Slam winner, clinching the Australian Open men's doubles title with partner Matthew Ebden.
  • Aryna Sabalenka: Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka successfully defended her Australian Open women's singles title, defeating China's Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 6-2.

26th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• 75th Republic Day Celebrations: India celebrated its 75th Republic Day with President Droupadi Murmu leading the nation from Kartavya Path in New Delhi. French President Emmanuel Macron was the Chief Guest at the parade.
• Padma Awards 2024 Announced: The government announced the Padma Awards for 2024, with five Padma Vibhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan, and 110 Padma Shri awards. Notable recipients include former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu, actor K Chiranjeevi, and Bharat Natyam dancer Padma Subrahmanyam.

Sports

• Virat Kohli Bags ICC ODI Player of the Year: Indian cricket star Virat Kohli was awarded the ICC ODI Player of the Year for the fourth time, following his record-breaking performance in the 2023 World Cup.

25th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• President Droupadi Murmu's Address: President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on the eve of the 75th Republic Day.
• National Voters' Day: The President presented the Best Electoral Practices Awards for 2023 at the 14th National Voters' Day Celebrations in New Delhi.
• Oscar Nomination: The India-set documentary feature film "To Kill a Tiger" was nominated at the 96th Oscars, directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Nisha Pahuja.

Security

• Gallantry and Service Medals: A total of 1,132 personnel from various security services were awarded gallantry and service medals on the occasion of Republic Day, including 277 gallantry medals.

24th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• National Girl Child Day: India celebrated National Girl Child Day.
• Rohan Bopanna Creates History: Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna became the oldest No. 1 player in tennis history at 43, reaching the Australian Open men's doubles semi-final with partner Matthew Ebden.

Sports

• Suryakumar Yadav Named ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year: Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav won the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year award for the second consecutive year.

23rd January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• Bharat Ratna for Karpoori Thakur: Former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna by President Droupadi Murmu.
• India Overtakes Hong Kong in Stock Market: India overtook Hong Kong as the world's fourth-largest stock market, with shares listed on Indian exchanges reaching $4.33 trillion.
• Best International Cricketers Awards: Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Mohammed Shami were awarded Best International Men's Cricketers for 2022-23, 2021-22, 2020-21, and 2019-20, respectively. In women's cricket, Jhulan Goswami, Deepti Sharma, and Smriti Mandhana received the best cricketers award. Farokh Engineer and Ravi Shastri received Lifetime Achievement Awards.

22nd January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• Shri Ramlalla Pran Pratishtha Ceremony: The Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Shri Ramlalla was held in Ayodhya, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the rituals at the newly constructed temple.
• Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar: President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024 to 19 exceptional children in New Delhi.

17th January 2024 - Current Affairs

Sports

• Praggnanandhaa Defeats World Chess Champion: Indian chess prodigy Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa defeated World Chess Champion Ding Liren at the Tata Steel Masters, becoming India's number one chess player in live ratings.

National

• Puri 'Srimandir Parikrama Prakalpa' Opens to Public: The much-awaited Jagannath Temple Heritage Corridor project in Puri, Odisha, opened to the public.

International

• Lionel Messi Wins The Best FIFA Men’s Player: Argentine football star Lionel Messi won The Best FIFA Men’s Player award once again, while Spain’s Aitana Bonmati claimed the Best FIFA Women's Player award.
• Sumit Nagal Makes History: Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal became the first Indian man in 35 years to beat a seeded player at a Grand Slam, advancing to the second round of the Australian Open.

13th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• Lohri Celebrations: The festival of harvest, Lohri, was celebrated across India.

International

• Taiwan Presidential Elections: Lai Ching-te, leader of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), won Taiwan's presidential elections.

12th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• Mumbai Trans Harbour Link Inaugurated: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, the country’s longest sea bridge, reducing travel time between South Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.
• DRDO's Successful Missile Test: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted a flight test of the New Generation AKASH (AKASH-NG) missile from Chandipur, Odisha.

11th January 2024 - Current Affairs

International

• World's Most Powerful Passports: France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, and Spain topped the Henley Passport Index, allowing visa-free entry to 194 destinations. India ranked 80th, with visa-free access to 62 countries.

National

• Swachh Survekshan Awards 2023: Indore and Surat were named the cleanest cities in India, with Navi Mumbai taking the third spot. Maharashtra was the best-performing state in cleanliness.

10th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit in Gandhinagar, with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as the chief guest.

International

• World Hindi Day: World Hindi Day was observed globally.

9th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• National Sports and Adventure Awards 2023: President Droupadi Murmu presented the National Sports and Adventure Awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

International

• New Prime Minister of France: Emmanuel Macron appointed 34-year-old Education Minister Gabriel Attal as the new Prime Minister of France.

8th January 2024 - Current Affairs

International

• Bangladesh Elections: Sheikh Hasina secured a record fourth straight term as Prime Minister after her Awami League party's landslide victory in the general elections.
• Guinness World Record: Kerala's Suchetha Satish set a Guinness World Record by singing in over 100 languages during a concert in Dubai.

7th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• Police Conference in Jaipur: The All India Conference of Directors General and Inspectors General of Police 2023 concluded in Jaipur.

International

• Bangladesh Elections: Bangladesh held its 12th national election, with 28 political parties contesting and 1971 candidates vying for 299 constituencies.

6th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• Aditya-L1 Reaches L1 Point: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully placed the Aditya-L1 spacecraft in a halo orbit around the Lagrangian point (L1), 127 days after its launch.

International

• Brazilian Football Legend Passes Away: Brazilian football legend Mario Zagallo passed away at the age of 92. He was a four-time World Cup winner with Brazil, as a player, coach, and assistant coach.

5th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• Gautam Adani Reclaims Richest Asian Spot: Gautam Adani reclaimed the title of Asia's richest person, surpassing Mukesh Ambani.
• ISRO Tests Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell: ISRO successfully tested a 100 W class Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell Power System on its orbital platform, POEM3.

National

• Ayodhya Airport Renamed: The Union Cabinet approved the renaming of Ayodhya Airport as 'Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhyadham'.

4th January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• DFRP Inauguration: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Demonstration Fast Reactor Fuel Reprocessing Plant at the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research in Kalpakkam.
• First Woman DGP in Maharashtra: Rashmi Shukla was appointed as the Director General of Police in Maharashtra, becoming the first woman to hold this position.

International

• World Braille Day: World Braille Day was observed in honor of Louis Braille, the inventor of the Braille system for the visually impaired.

1st January 2024 - Current Affairs

National

• ISRO Launches XPoSat: ISRO successfully launched the X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) aboard PSLV-C58 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.

International

• Earthquakes in Japan: Japan experienced multiple earthquakes, with Noto in Ishigawa facing the highest at 7.6 magnitude, causing five-foot tsunami waves.