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Daily Detailed Current Affairs 29th January 2025

1.ISRO’s 100th Rocket Launch Mission

On 29th January 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the GSLV-F15 carrying the NVS-02 satellite from Sriharikota, marking its historic 100th rocket mission.

Key Points

  • Historic Launch:The GSLV-F15 mission is ISRO’s 100th rocket launch, a significant achievement for the space agency. The NVS-02 satellite was placed precisely into the required Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO).
  • GSLV-F15 Overview:The GSLV-F15, the 17th flight of the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV), successfully deployed the NVS-02 satellite.
  • NavIC’s Role:The NVS-02 satellite is part of India’s regional navigation satellite system, NavIC, which provides accurate Position, Velocity, and Timing (PVT) services in India and surrounding regions.
  • Cryogenic Mastery:Despite past challenges, the GSLV-F15 mission showcases ISRO’s successful development of cryogenic technology, which took India two decades to master after the technology transfer was denied by Russia.

2.Right to Privacy vs. Right to Know Biological Father

In January 2025, in a pivotal verdict on paternity and legitimacy, the Supreme Court balanced an individual’s right to know his biological father with the right to privacy of the man involved, in a case that spans two decades.

Key Points

  • Case Background:A 23-year-old man sought a DNA test to prove his paternity, claiming he was born as the result of his mother’s extramarital affair. He wanted to establish his biological father’s identity to claim maintenance for his medical expenses, which his mother and he could not afford.
  • Court’s Ruling on Legitimacy:The Court emphasized that even if the son was born from an extramarital relationship, the presumption of legitimacy based on the marriage between his mother and her husband could not be easily dismissed.
  • The Right to Privacy:The Court highlighted the delicate balance between the child’s right to know his biological father and the privacy of the alleged father.
  • The order stressed that a forced DNA test could result in social stigma and harm to a person’s reputation, emphasizing the importance of protecting privacy.
  • The Mother’s Dignity:The verdict also considered the potential harm to a mother’s reputation, noting the challenges vulnerable women might face in such cases, particularly when their privacy is publicly questioned.

3.India and Oman Fast-Track Negotiations for CEPA

On 28th January 2025, India and Oman are expediting discussions to sign their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), a major step towards enhancing bilateral trade and investment.

Key Highlights

  • Successful Visit:Indian Minister co-chaired the 11th Session of the India-Oman Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) which focused on strengthening trade, investment, technology, food security, renewable energy, and other critical sectors.
  • Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA):A protocol to amend the India-Oman DTAA was signed, aligning the agreement with international standards and simplifying tax procedures to encourage greater cooperation in cross-border taxation.
  • Business and Investment Opportunities:Minister participated in the India-Oman Joint Business Council (JBC) meeting, which featured discussions on investment opportunities, and met with key Omani CEOs and business leaders to promote India’s growing economic potential.

 

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