Daily Current Affairs – 11 January, 2025

The Centre released tax devolution of ₹1.73 lakh crore to the state governments to accelerate capital expenditure and finance welfare activities.

China has approved the construction of the world’s largest hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpo (or Zangbo) river in Tibet. 

Recently, a five-judge Bench of the Supreme Court rejected petitions seeking a review of a judgment which refused to legalise same-sex marriage in India.

The Right to Food in India faces challenges due to inefficiencies in the Public Distribution System (PDS), hindering equitable access to essential food grains.

The US declared an emergency in Los Angeles as the wildfire spread to nearly 3000 acres.

The Union Commerce and Industry Minister announced that India's organic exports are projected to touch Rs 20,000 crore in the next three years. 

A new study has revealed that over 70 per cent of wild bee species, crucial for pollinating food crops, face alarming risks from pesticide residues in soil.

The Rashtrapati Bhavan’s revamped “At Home” reception for the 75th Indian Republic Day showcases India’s rich cultural heritage by including a curated box of Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged handcrafted items from five southern states.