Current Affairs - January 26, 2024 Current Affairs

NASA, in collaboration with Lockheed Martin, unveiled the X-59 supersonic jet, a significant step in redefining supersonic travel with its capability of speeds up to 925 mph and quieter sonic booms.

ACME has partnered with Japan's IHI in a significant agreement for green ammonia supply, contributing to the India-Japan Clean Energy Partnership aimed at meeting global demand for sustainable energy sources.

17 states and Union Territories(16+1), including West Bengal, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, and Jammu & Kashmir, showcased their tableaux at Kartavya Path for the Republic Day parade.

Sanwala Ram Vishnoi and Shishupal Singh, both posthumous awardees of the President’s Medal for Gallantry, served in the Border Security Force (BSF). They were recognized for their courageous peacekeeping roles in Congo in 2022, contributing to the force's commendable efforts in challenging situations.

The governments of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, in collaboration with NSDC, are recruiting approximately 10,000 workers for construction activities in Israel, offering lucrative opportunities.

The French marching squad, led by Captain Louis Noel, consisted of 6 Indian soldiers and 6 Nepalis from the French Foreign Legion, marking their participation in the Republic Day Parade 2024.

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has secured approval from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to establish 'ONGC Green Limited.' The subsidiary aims to focus on gas business and clean energy initiatives, including green hydrogen, renewable energy, and biofuels. ONGC plans to invest Rs 1 lakh crore to achieve 10 GW of renewable energy capacity and two million tonnes of green ammonia production by 2035.

The 14th All India Police Commando Competition occurred at the A.P. Police Greyhounds training facility in Visakhapatnam. The event, inaugurated by Commissioner of Police A. Ravi Shankar, attracted elite commando forces from 16 states, including SOG from Odisha and Chhattisgarh, C-60 from Maharashtra, and paramilitary forces like BSF, CRPF, and Assam Rifles.

Nisha Pahuja's 'To Kill a Tiger' has earned an Oscars 2024 nomination in the Best Documentary category. The documentary centres around an Indian farmer's legal battle for justice after his daughter's brutal sexual assault, emphasizing the film's societal impact.

French President Emmanuel Macron is the Chief Guest at Republic Day 2024, marking the sixth occasion of a French leader gracing this prestigious annual event.