Daily current Affairs 9 January 2025

News: India has extended defence support to the Maldives, including equipment and training under the "Neighborhood First" policy.
Relevance (GS2: International Relations):
- Key Points:
  - Highlights India's strategic outreach in the Indian Ocean region.
  - Reinforces India's policy on regional stability and maritime security under SAGAR.
- Why Important:
  - Maldives' geographical position is crucial for maritime trade and security.
  - Strengthens India's soft power and counters China's influence in the region.
- Practice Question: Discuss the significance of India's defence partnership with Maldives in enhancing maritime security in the Indian Ocean.

News: Implementation by mid-2025, with focus on compliance by private and public data fiduciaries.
Relevance (GS3: Science and Tech, GS2: Governance):
- Key Points:
  - Aims to regulate data privacy while ensuring a smooth digital transition.
  - Emphasizes penalties for violations, including for government entities.
- Why Important:
  - Addresses the balance between privacy, innovation, and compliance.
  - Aligns with global practices on data regulation.
- Practice Question: Analyze the implications of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act for individuals and enterprises in India.

News: PM Modi announced a green hydrogen hub in Visakhapatnam under a ₹2 lakh crore investment plan.
Relevance (GS3: Environment, Economy):
- Key Points:
  - Green hydrogen is pivotal for India's renewable energy goals.
  - Aims to achieve 5 million metric tonnes of production by 2030.
- Why Important:
  - Advances energy security and meets climate commitments.
  - Drives economic growth and industrial innovation.
- Practice Question: What role can green hydrogen play in achieving India's renewable energy goals?

News: Supreme Court criticized the lack of implementation of the 2021 Dam Safety Act.
Relevance (GS3: Disaster Management):
- Key Points:
  - Delays in forming the National Committee on Dam Safety.
  - Concerns over aging infrastructure and potential disasters.
- Why Important:
  - Highlights gaps in disaster preparedness.
  - Focuses on inter-state disputes over resource management.
- Practice Question: Evaluate the need for effective implementation of the Dam Safety Act, 2021, in preventing water-related disasters.

News: V. Narayanan to lead ISRO with a focus on Chandrayaan-4, Gaganyaan, and the development of a space station.
Relevance (GS3: Science and Tech):
- Key Points:
  - Enhances India's space exploration capabilities.
  - Strengthens global cooperation in the space economy.
- Why Important:
  - Boosts India's reputation as a space-faring nation.
  - Provides opportunities for scientific and technological advancements.
- Practice Question: Discuss the significance of India's advancements in space technology for national security and global prestige.

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