Current Affairs 20 January 2024

byhomeacademy •January 31, 2024

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Fencing of Indo-Myanmar Border

According to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the border between India and Myanmar will be gated. The announcement came on January 20, 2024.
He stated that there would be restrictions on people's freedom of movement along the Indo-Myanmar border, and that fencing would soon begin.
The Union Home Minister stated that the Modi administration has significantly improved the nation's law and order condition.
The Union Government will soon fence the 1643 km border between India and Myanmar.

A Multipolar World with a Reformed United Nations at Its Core

Dr. S. Jaishankar, the minister of external affairs, advocated for a multipolar world centered around a reformed United Nations on January 20, 2024.
The Minister emphasized economic decentralization with increased regional production when delivering India's National Statement.
He advocated for a balance of cultures where all heritages are recognized equally.
Establishing reliable data flows, robust supply chains, predictable mobility, and regional economic hubs are crucial.

Campaign Against Houthi Militants in Yemen

The US and the UK are looking into methods to intensify their campaign against Houthi terrorists in Yemen. The messenger announced this on January 20, 2024.
The plans might represent a step up in the coordinated efforts by the allies to put an end to the instability in the Red Sea.
It was responsible for around 12% of world trade prior to the Houthis attacking commercial ships in retaliation for Israel's bombardment of the Gaza Strip.
The Houthi strikes have increased insurance premiums and sparked concerns about new inflationary pressures.

Iran Launched 'Sorayya' Satellite

Iran claimed to have successfully launched a satellite into its highest orbit to date on January 20, 2024.
The three-stage Qaem 100 rocket launched the Soraya satellite into an orbit that was around 750 kilometers (460 miles) above Earth's surface.
It was a part of a programme that the West believes will enhance Tehran's ballistic missile capabilities.

India is the Most Trusted Nation

At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting on January 20, 2024, India grabbed the opportunity to showcase its strong economy and reputation as a reliable country.
For the upcoming fiscal year, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das predicted a 7% GDP growth.
Union Minister Smriti Irani highlighted the country's inclusive growth, while Hardeep Singh Puri said at separate sessions that India has already grasped the opportunity.
India struck out as the nation to do business with for those looking for a dependable, robust, and trustworthy partner wanting to join sustained economic growth.

MoU Signed with the Civil Aviation Authority of India

An agreement has been made on January 20, 2024 with the Civil Aviation Authority of India to operate ATC control radar and other technical equipment at Hisar Airport.
With the support of Viable Gap Funding, the traffic will begin under the Central Government's UDAN-5.2 programme through principal airlines.
An agreement has been made to initiate flights from Hisar to Delhi, Chandigarh and via the UDAN-5.3 scheme to Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Jaipur.
Two days a week of air services have been suggested for Manali, Shimla, Dharamshala, Dehradun, and Chandigarh.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Inaugurated Orientation Programme

In Raipur, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla opened an orientation session for the recently elected Chhattisgarh Assembly MLAs on January 20, 2024.
The purpose of the two-day orientation workshop is to familiarize participants with legislative procedures and how the Assembly operates.
Speaker of UP Assembly Satish Mahana, VP Jagdeep Dhankhar, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, and General Secretary Lok Sabha Utpal Kumar Singh took sessions.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will counsel the recently elected state assembly members.

Japan Announced Successful SLIM Lunar Landing

With the use of sophisticated technology, Japan has become the fifth nation to soft-land a spacecraft on the Moon, on January 20, 2024.
The Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) landed in its target region, south of the lunar equator, close to Shioli crater, according to telemetry data.
Four months after taking off from the Tanegashima Space Center on the southern tip of the Japanese mainland, it touched down.