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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - January 2025

Jan 2025

Mar 09, 2025

Jharkhand: BJP Picks Babulal Marandi as Legislative Party Leader

Former Jharkhand CM Babulal Marandi was chosen as the BJP legislative party leader in the state Assembly, clearing the way for his elevation as the next leader of Opposition in the House.
Marandi was picked for the post unanimously in the presence of Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, central observer Dr. K. Laxman, BJP national vice president Dr. Laxmikant Bajpai and state in-charge Nagendra Nath.

DARPG Deepens Collaboration with Right to Services Commissioners of 10 States

The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances deepened its collaboration with the Right to Services Commissioners from 10 States for improving service delivery and effective redressal of public grievances.
As part of this initiative, the DARPG will undertake the following activities:
Next Gen Technology options to be adopted for Integration of RTS Portals of States with CPGRAMS portal and Reverse Integration through Web API's to be pursued
Citizen Grievances on CPGRAMS portal for improving Service Delivery of State Governments to be mapped and shared with Right to Services Commissioners for notifying such services/ digitization of the services
Best practices in Improving Service Delivery through the Right to Service Commissioners to be documented

Mar 08, 2025

Sahitya Akademi Organises "Festival of Letters 2025"

Sahitya Akademi, India's premier literary institution working under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, is organising its annual Festival of Letters at Rabindra Bhavan in New Delhi from March 7 to 12, 2025. Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Government of India, inaugurated the festival.
This is Asia's Largest Literature Festival with about 700 writers from different parts of the country representing more than 50 languages participating in the festival that spans over 100 sessions. The theme of the festival is 'Indian Literary Traditions'.

Mar 07, 2025

Mallikarjun Kharge Creates AICC Department to Oversee Party's Assets in Country

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge constituted a new All India Congress Committee (AICC) department to oversee the party's assets and properties across the country.
Former party MP Vijay Inder Singla was made AICC in-charge of the department with immediate effect.
Singla, a former Punjab Minister, is also the joint treasurer of AICC.

India Launches Multi-Nation Alliance for Collaboration on Sustainable Development

India launched the Cities Coalition for Circularity (C-3), marking a significant step towards sustainable urban development. This multi-nation alliance aims to foster city-to-city collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and private sector partnerships for sustainable solutions in waste management and resource efficiency.
This forum would provide a critical platform for policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and development partners to discuss and implement sustainable solutions for waste management and resource efficiency as economies in the Asia-Pacific region.

Mar 06, 2025

Bhupender Yadav Inaugurates World Sustainable Development Summit 2025

Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, inaugurated the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025 in New Delhi. Addressing the summit, Yadav highlighted India's growing role in driving climate action, with a special focus on the Global South's contributions to shaping the global climate agenda.
The summit themed 'Partnerships for Accelerating Sustainable Development and Climate Solutions' was Organised by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI). The event was attended by distinguished dignitaries, including Prime Minister of Guyana, Brigadier Mark Phillip, and Brazil's Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Marina Silva, were present at the event.

President of India Inaugurates Vividhta ka Amrit Mahotsav

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the second edition of 'Vividhta ka Amrit Mahotsav' at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
The second edition of this celebration focuses on the Southern states. This Mahotsav presents before visitors the rich heritage and vibrant cultures of Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Lakshadweep and Puducherry.
The Mahotsav is open to the general public from March 6 to 9, 2025.

India, Nepal Ink Pact for Water, Sanitation Cooperation

India and Nepal signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, including waste management. The agreement aims to improve access to clean drinking water and sanitation in both countries.
The signing ceremony took place at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi, with Union Minister of Jal Shakti C. R. Patil and Nepal's Minister of Water Supply Pradeep Yadav in attendance.
The MoU outlines collaboration in key areas, including training Nepali personnel in water resource management, sharing technological expertise, and joint monitoring of groundwater resources. Efforts will focus on quality improvement, artificial recharge, and rainwater harvesting.

Mar 05, 2025

Ministry of Panchayati Raj Launches 'Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan'

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched the 'Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan' Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi during a National Workshop. The Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan employs an initiative to strengthen Women Elected Representatives (WERs) of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) through leadership development and decision-making improvements and active governance participation. Territorial administrators Smt. Annpurna Devi together with Union Ministers Rajiv Ranjan Singh led more than 1,200 women representatives during the workshop at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. The event featured panel presentations alongside training module launch activities and the introduction of material explaining violence laws targeting females.
Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan represents a significant milestone in.getLocal government empowerment through improved women leader development. The initiative demonstrates India's dedication to rural development and gender equality because it brings together 1,200 women leaders through discussions and policy launches. Through its inclusive governance approach the initiative seeks to develop women's decision-making power to create socially neutral and gender-aware Panchayats.

Ajay Seth Takes Additional Charge as Revenue Secretary

Ajay Seth, the Economic Affairs Secretary, was assigned the additional charge of Secretary, Department of Revenue. This decision was announced by the Personnel Ministry. The appointment was necessitated following the transition of Tuhin Kanta Pandey, the former Revenue Secretary, to his new role as the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
Ajay Seth is a senior bureaucrat known for his expertise in economic and financial policy-making. As the Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs, he has played a crucial role in shaping India's macroeconomic policies, fiscal strategies, and financial sector regulations. His appointment as the interim Revenue Secretary further highlights the government's confidence in his capabilities to handle crucial economic portfolios simultaneously.

India's First World Peace Centre in Gurugram

India took a significant step towards global peace and harmony with the inauguration of the country's first World Peace Centre in Gurugram, Haryana. The centre, established by Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti under the guidance of Jain Acharya Lokesh, aims to promote non-violence, spiritual awareness, human values, and universal brotherhood.
The grand inauguration ceremony witnessed the presence of former President Ram Nath Kovind, Governor of Punjab Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Bihar Arif Mohammad Khan, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, and several eminent spiritual leaders, including Shri Shri Ravi Shankar, Morari Bapu, and Govinddev Giri.

PM Chairs the 7th Meeting of National Board for Wildlife

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 7th meeting of the National Board for Wildlife at Gir National Park in Gujarat. The discussions focused on expanding protected areas, strengthening species-specific programs, and addressing human-wildlife conflict.
The meeting assessed the progress of flagship conservation projects, including Project Tiger, Project Elephant, and Project Snow Leopard. Conservation efforts for dolphins and Asiatic lions, along with the establishment of the International Big Cats Alliance, were also discussed.

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