Daily GK One Liners: January 11, 2025

Stay updated with today’s top events across National, International, Economy, Science, and other key sectors. 🌟

National News 🇮🇳

India to Invest ₹50,000 Crore in National Waterways: Aimed at boosting inland water transport efficiency and sustainability over the next five years.
PM Modi to Inaugurate Z-Morh Tunnel in Jammu and Kashmir: The tunnel ensures year-round connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh, enhancing tourism and military logistics.
Union Minister Sonowal Launches National River Traffic & Navigation System (NRT&NS): Unveiled during the IWDC meeting in Assam, the system aims to improve inland waterway transportation safety.

International News 🌍

Wayanad Landslides Linked to Global Water Cycle Disruption: Climate-related disruptions in 2024 caused $550 billion in losses globally, with over 8,700 fatalities.
India Partners with Mongolia for Mining Exploration: MoU focuses on securing resources like copper and coking coal to diversify supply chains.
Earth Surpasses 1.5°C Global Warming Threshold in 2024: Scientists warn of catastrophic impacts unless significant emission reductions are made.
Japan Announces New Sanctions on Russia: Targets individuals and organizations aiding Russia in evading international sanctions.

Economy News 💰

India Targets $100 Billion Food & Beverage Exports by 2030: Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlights 14-15% annual growth needed to reach the target.
₹1.73 Trillion Allocated to States for Capital Spending: Significant increase from the previous month to accelerate welfare and developmental projects.
India’s Factory Output Reaches Six-Month High in November: IIP grew 5.2%, driven by festive season demand and growth in manufacturing and capital goods.
Rupee Hits Record Low of ₹86 Against the US Dollar: Currency depreciation reflects ongoing economic challenges.
E-Way Bill Generation Peaks at Two-Year High: December 2024 saw 8.8 crore e-way bills, reflecting a robust recovery in transportation and trade.

Summits & Conferences 📢

Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 Begins in New Delhi: Revamped National Youth Festival focuses on youth leadership and development for India’s 2047 vision.
PM Modi to Attend AI Action Summit in France: The Paris event will address AI innovation, regulation, and global implications.

Science & Technology 🔬

BMCRI to Establish South India’s First Infectious Disease Research Laboratory: The lab, supported by ICMR, will focus on diagnosing and researching infectious diseases.

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Quick Summary: Indonesia's President as 2025 Republic Day Chief Guest 🇮🇳🇮🇩

Key Highlights 🌟

Chief Guest: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be the Republic Day Chief Guest in 2025.
Historic Significance: First Republic Day guest in 1950 was Indonesia's founding President Sukarno, highlighting long-standing ties.

India-Indonesia Relations 🌍

Historical Ties: Over 2,000 years of cultural and commercial exchanges, with Indian epics like the Ramayana deeply rooted in Indonesian traditions.
Modern Strategic Partnership:
- Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (2018): Focused on defense, trade, and maritime security.
- Shared Vision on Indo-Pacific: Aimed at ensuring regional peace and maritime security.

Economic Relations 💰

Trade Volume (2023-24): USD 26.69 billion.
India’s Imports: Coal, crude palm oil, minerals, hydrocarbons.
India’s Exports: Petroleum products, automobiles, telecom equipment, and agricultural goods.
Investments: Over 30 Indian joint ventures operate in Indonesia.

Significance of 2025 Visit 🚀

Maritime Security: Reinforces collaboration in the Indo-Pacific.
Defense Cooperation: Focus on technology exchange and joint exercises.
Economic Growth: Potential for new investment opportunities.

Cultural Importance 🎭

ASEAN Partner: Indonesia is India’s largest trading partner in ASEAN.
Shared Heritage: Celebrates centuries of cultural and diplomatic ties.

Why It Matters 🤔

This visit highlights Indonesia's pivotal role in India's Act East Policy, showcasing the importance of historical ties, economic cooperation, and shared strategic objectives.

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Quick Summary: IIT-Madras Launches Asia's Largest Shallow Wave Basin 🌊

What’s New? 🏗️

IIT-Madras has inaugurated Asia's largest shallow wave basin at its Discovery campus in Thaiyur, Chennai.

This facility is set to revolutionize coastal and marine research, focusing on issues like port development, waterways, and climate change impacts.

Key Highlights 📌

Location & Development:
- Developed at IIT-Madras Discovery Campus, with primarily indigenous technology.
- Some specialized components sourced internationally.
Collaboration:
- Built in partnership with the National Technology Centre for Ports, Waterways, and Coasts (NTCPWC) under the Ministry of Shipping.
Advanced Features:
- Multidirectional wave simulation technology for replicating complex wave-current interactions.
- Equipped with a mobile wave maker for diverse wave-testing scenarios.

Purpose & Applications 🔬

Challenges Addressed:
- Supports Indian ports and waterways.
- Provides solutions for mitigating climate change impacts on coastal areas.
Key Uses:
- 🛑 Testing Coastal Structures: Evaluates breakwaters and seawalls under wave conditions.
- 🌪️ Disaster Impact Analysis: Assesses damages from tsunamis and cyclones for resilient designs.
- 🔋 Floating Solar Plant Studies: Tests stability and performance under varied wave conditions.
- 🌏 Climate Change Simulations: Studies long-term coastal and marine environmental impacts.

Why It Matters ⚡

Indigenous Innovation: Most components developed locally, showcasing India's growing technological capabilities.
Global Positioning: Establishes IIT-Madras as a global leader in marine and coastal engineering research.
Future Collaborations: Opens doors for international research partnerships and interdisciplinary projects, including renewable energy and environmental sciences.