Current Affairs consist of two words. ‘Current’ means ‘recent or day to day’ and ‘Affairs’ means ‘events or issues’. It is important to know what is going on around the world, so we provide a dose of general knowledge on daily basis. We try to keep you updated with the current affairs of 14/01/21 that will inform you about the recent happenings in the world. Owing to its importance and dynamic nature, current affairs is a section that is present in every competitive exam. So, we provide information from all the fields whether it is economy and business, nation and politics, sports and books, or world news.
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Business and Economy- Current affairs 14/01/21
This category of current affairs 14/01/21 consists the important and latest news regarding business and economy of India.
RBI Cancels License of Vasantdada Nagari Sahakari Bank
Vasantdada Nagari Sahakari Bank in Osmanabad, Maharashtra is denied license by the central bank upon failure to meet regulatory requirements. The central bank barred the urban co-operative bank from undertaking banking business. In the liquidation proceedings, the bank is entitled to pay its every depositor within its current financial position.
RBI Imposes Penalty on Deutsche Bank AG
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has penalized Deutsche Bank AG (AG: German for public limited company) with a fine of ₹2 crore for non-compliance with some provisions relating to ‘Reserve Bank of India (Interest Rate on Deposits) Directions, 2016’. In exercise of powers vested in the RBI, the penalty has been imposed under the provisions of Section 47 A (1) (c), read with Section 46 (4) (i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.
Nation and Politics- Current affairs 14/01/21
This category of current affairs 14/01/21 consists the important and latest news regarding nation and politics of India.
Suriname President will be the Chief Guest During India’s Republic Day Parade
After British PM cancelled his program, President of Suriname will be the chief guest during India’s Republic Day Parade on 26 January 2021. Chandrikapersad Santokhi, Indian-origin president of South American country, was also the chief guest during Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas Convention on 9th January.
Aryan Jain: Indian Student Among Winners of NASA’s App Development Challenge
Indian high school student from Delhi, Aryan Jain has won the prestigious coding challenge Artemis Next-Gen STEM held by NASA. There were six other US students among the winners for the Moon to Mars App Development Challenge. Aryan Jain is the student of Gurugram’s Suncity School.
Science and Technology- Current affairs 14/01/21
This category of current affairs 14/01/21 consists the important and latest news regarding science and technology of India.
Tejas Aircraft Deal Worth Rs 48000 Crore Approved by India Government
Indian Government approved the largest indigenous defense procurement deal by clearing the acquisition of 83 Tejas Light Combat Aircraft. Moreover, the deal about worth Rs 48000 crore will strengthen Indian Air Force. Also, the Tejas Mk-1A fighter aircraft will be produced by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
Sports, Arts and Books- Current affairs 14/01/21
This category of current affairs 14/01/21 consists the important and latest news regarding Sports, Arts and Books of India.
Nathan Lyon Keeps the Flag Flying High for Non-Asian Spinners
In the history of Test cricket only two – Shane Warne and Daniel Vettori have played 100-plus matches. Playing 100 Tests, and taking 400 wickets, Nathan Lyon became an extra-ordinary spinner. He will also join an even more exclusive club – non-Asian spinners with 400-plus wickets. This club up till now has only one member i.e. Warne.
Manipur Governor Released a Book ‘Making of a General a Himalayan Echo’
Dr. Najma Heptulla, Governor of Manipur has virtually released a book titled ‘Making of a General-A Himalayan Echo’. (Retd) Lt General Konsam Himalaya Singh is the author of the book. He authored this book at Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan, Imphal. The book also elegantly summons the essence and imperatives of superior command of one of the most formidable forces in the world.
World- Current affairs 14/01/21
This category of current affairs 14/01/21 consists the important and latest news regarding the world.
EU Court Opinion Makes Facebook More Exposed Over Privacy
On Wednesday a top court adviser said any EU country can take legal action against companies like Facebook over violations of data privacy rules. The opinion of European Court (EU) court is part of a long-running legal battle between Facebook and Belgium. The court advice also paves the way for an onslaught of fresh data privacy cases across the country.
Despite Coronavirus Pandemic China’s 2020 Exports Rises and Surplus Surges to $535 Billion
Exports of China rose in 2020 despite the critical condition caused by coronavirus pandemic. China also suffered from a tariff war with Washington. But the China boost its politically volatile trade surplus to $535 billion, one of the highest ever reported.
Donald Trump Becomes the First US President to be Impeached Second Time for Unprecedented
In the history of America Donald Trump became the first president to be impeached twice. The House of Representatives voted to charge him with inciting last week’s mob attack on the Capitol. Afterward, the Democratic speaker said that no is above the law, not even the president of the United States. The Senate will not hold a trial before January 20.
YouTube Suspends Trump’s Channel for at Least a Week
Amid concerns over “ongoing potential for violence,” YouTube has suspended Donald Trump’s channel for at least a week. After suspending the channel, YouTube becomes the latest platform to limit the president’s online activities. YouTube said in a tweet that Trump’s channel uploaded a content that violated the channel’s policies. So, it suspended Trump’s channel and did not specify which videos were in question.
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