Current Affairs : January
What is the name of initiative launched by Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC), Maharashtra to empower women entrepreneurs?
  • Udyog Sakhi
  • Faral Sakhi
  • Mahila Udyam
  • Aasha Sakhi
Explanation: Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation launched the 'Faral Sakhi' initiative to empower women entrepreneurs by training them in traditional snack production, creating sustainable ventures, and providing sales and advertising support.
Which country has developed the Abdali Short Range Ballistic Missiles (SRBMs)?
  • Pakistan
  • India
  • Bangladesh
  • China
Explanation: Bangladesh is reportedly considering purchasing Abdali (Hatf 2) Short Range Ballistic Missiles from Pakistan, amid growing India-Bangladesh tensions. The missile has a range of 180-200 km and targets military infrastructure.
Which state became the second state after Haryana to launch ‘Bima Sakhi Yojana’?
  • Goa
  • Maharashtra
  • Bihar
  • Odisha
Explanation: Goa became the second state after Haryana to launch the 'Bima Sakhi Yojana', a scheme by the Central government and LIC aimed at empowering women above 18 years by training them as insurance agents.
INROAD Project, which was seen in news, is associated with which industry?
  • Textile industry
  • Rubber industry
  • Paper industry
  • None of the Above
Explanation: The INROAD project enhances natural rubber quality in Northeast India and West Bengal, promoting skill development, infrastructure, and industry collaboration, with major tyre companies supporting sustainable rubber farming practices.
Who has been named the best javelin thrower of 2024 by the respected US-based sports magazine Track and Field News?
  • Thomas Rohler
  • Julius Yego
  • Neeraj Chopra
  • Kishore Jena
Explanation: Neeraj Chopra was named the best javelin thrower of 2024 by Track and Field News after winning silver at the Paris Olympics with an 89.45m throw, surpassing Anderson Peters in rankings.
Which organization has released Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025 report?
  • International Monetary Fund (IMF)
  • World Economic Forum (WEF)
  • United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
  • United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Explanation: The Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025 report by WEF and Accenture highlights cybersecurity challenges, including geopolitical tensions, AI-related risks, workforce gaps, supply chain vulnerabilities, and the rise of advanced phishing attacks.
Which country has withdrawn from the Paris Climate Agreement in January 2025?
  • United States of America (USA)
    • Explanation: In January 2025, President Trump again withdrew the US from the Paris Agreement, citing unfair regulations. He reversed climate policies, focusing on fossil fuels, while Joe Biden rejoined the agreement in 2021.