Current affairs 14 January 2025

PM Modi Inaugurates Sonamarg Tunnel in J&K.

• PM Modi inaugurated the Sonamarg Tunnel in Ganderbal, ensuring all-weather road connectivity between Gagangeer and Sonamarg.
• The 25-minute travel tunnel boosts trade, tourism, and socio-economic growth, linking Ladakh year-round.
• Equipped with cutting-edge technology, it sets a benchmark in road infrastructure.

DRDO Unveils HIMKAVACH Cold Weather Clothing System.

• DRDO's HIMKAVACH, a multi-layer clothing system, ensures soldier protection in extreme Himalayan conditions, ranging from +20°C to -60°C.
• Designed for thermal insulation, moisture-wicking, and wind resistance, it enhances comfort and mobility.
• Rigorous trials confirm its effectiveness, vital for operational readiness in harsh cold climates.

India, Bangladesh discuss crime-free border cooperation.

• India’s High Commissioner Pranay Verma met Bangladesh foreign secretary Md. Jashim Uddin to discuss border security.
• The discussion focused on tackling smuggling, criminal movements, and trafficking along the border.
• Both nations emphasized their understanding on border fencing for enhanced security.
• Communication between BSF and BGB will facilitate cooperative efforts to combat border crimes.

C-DOT and IIT Mandi signs agreement for Developing Semiconductor Chip.

• C-DOT signed an agreement with IIT Mandi and IIT Jammu to develop a wideband spectrum sensor ASIC chip under the Telecom Technology Development Fund.
• The project aims to enhance spectrum utilization for affordable broadband services in rural India.
• It focuses on designing hardware-friendly communication algorithms and efficient hardware architectures for detecting under-utilized spectrum bands.

Shri Piyush Goyal Launches Bharat Cleantech Manufacturing Platform.

• Shri Piyush Goyal launched the Bharat Cleantech Manufacturing Platform to strengthen India's solar, wind, hydrogen, and battery sectors.
• India targets 500 GW of clean energy by 2030, already achieving 200 GW ahead of schedule.
• Emphasis on self-sustainability, innovation, and scaling clean energy projects.