*✅Genius Current Affairs| 31 January 2025* *🏛️ POLITICS & GOVERNANCE* The Budget Session of Parliament begins today with President Droupadi Murmu’s address; Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to present the Economic Survey. The session will have two parts: January 31 - February 13 and March 10 - April 4, 2025. 16 Bills, including Finance Bill 2025, Waqf (Amendment) Bill, Immigration and Foreigners Bill, and Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, will be introduced.. An all-party meeting was convened to ensure smooth proceedings in Parliament. *🏗️ DEVELOPMENT & TECHNOLOGY* India to launch an affordable indigenous AI model at less than ₹100 per hour after a 40% government subsidy, making it significantly cheaper than global models. Tata Steel becomes the first Indian company to develop hydrogen transportation pipes. SEBI launched ‘Dharohar’, a digital repository showcasing 150 years of India's securities market history. Indian government unveils a ₹100 crore Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS-MSME) to support small manufacturers. *🚨 LAW & ORDER* Arvind Kejriwal questioned the Election Commission over allegations of Yamuna pollution. Meghalaya’s District Magistrate halts illegal retaining wall construction over pollution concerns. A judicial commission will investigate the Maha Kumbh incident in Prayagraj. CBI raided the residence of an Indian Oil official in Meerut over adulterated fuel sales. Live-in relationship registrations in Uttarakhand may require a religious certificate for couples with a pre-existing prohibited relationship. *💰 ECONOMY & FINANCE* Union Budget 2025-26 to be presented this Saturday, focusing on economic priorities and fiscal strategies. India launches indigenous AI model at an affordable cost to compete globally. *🎭 ENTERTAINMENT* Swara Bhasker’s X account permanently suspended over copyright infringement on Republic Day posts. The Japanese anime ‘Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama’ gets a remastered theatrical release in India with a new Hindi dub. Jammu & Kashmir hosted a Rashtriya Dogri Kavi Sammelan to promote cultural unity. Actress Nikhila Vimal’s sister Akhila Vimal embraces spiritual life, sharing her sanyas journey online. *🛡️ DEFENCE & SECURITY* Indian Navy officers pass through Point Nemo in the Navika Sagar Parikrama-II global circumnavigation. Jammu & Kashmir Rifles awarded Best Marching Contingent at the Republic Day Parade. India successfully launches its Very High Frequency (VHF) Radar to boost defence capabilities. Solar Group secures a ₹6,000 crore order to supply Pinaka rockets to the Indian Army. Indian Army thwarts an infiltration attempt along the LoC in Poonch district, Jammu & Kashmir. *🌍 INTERNATIONAL NEWS* India to finalize a deal for 26 Rafale jets and 3 Scorpene submarines with France. Mahatma Gandhi’s martyrdom anniversary observed in Bangladesh’s Noakhali Gandhi Ashram. Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav visits Japan to attract investments. The Trump administration aims to strengthen U.S.-India defence ties with increased military sales. External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar interacts with youth at Hansraj College, emphasizing their role in a developed India. *🌎 WORLD NEWS* 8 more hostages released in Gaza under an Israel-Palestine ceasefire swap. Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council reports 174 attacks on religious minorities in four months. Mid-air collision over Potomac River, Washington DC, kills at least 28 people. Pakistan to criminalize begging after complaints from foreign countries. Australia orders evacuations as Melbourne bushfires intensify. *🏆SPORTS* *National Games Highlights:* Tamil Nadu’s Narmada Nitin Raju wins gold in 10m air rifle shooting. Haryana’s Aneesh secures gold in the 25m rapid-fire pistol category. Delhi’s Kushagra Rawat sets a new national swimming record in 1500m freestyle. Kidambi Srikanth and Sankar Subramanian advance in Thailand Masters badminton tournament. India vs England 4th T20 match at Pune today at 7 PM.