Top News Headlines in world – 21 January 2025 Latest Updates by Vizzve Financial

Here are the top 30 world news stories as of January 21, 2025:

1. 1.Apple Faces Legal Action Over 'Blood Minerals': The Democratic Republic of Congo has launched an investigation into Apple, accusing the tech giant of using minerals sourced from conflict zones, known as "blood minerals." This could have significant legal and consumer implications if proven true.

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1. 2.President Trump Enacts Aggressive Policy Measures: Upon his inauguration as the 47th U.S. president, Donald Trump signed several executive orders, including exiting the Paris climate agreement, resuming LNG terminal licensing, and freezing federal hiring and regulations. He also hinted at potential tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports starting February 1.

   Financial Times

1. 3.China's Economic Growth Slows Amid Global Uncertainty: China's economy has shown signs of slowing growth, raising concerns about its impact on global markets. Analysts attribute this slowdown to various factors, including trade tensions and domestic policy changes.

1. 4.EU Faces Political Turmoil Over Migration Policies: The European Union is grappling with internal divisions over migration policies, leading to political instability and challenges in forming cohesive strategies to address the ongoing refugee crisis.

1. 5.Middle East Peace Talks Resume Amid Regional Tensions: Peace negotiations have resumed between Israel and Palestine, with international mediators facilitating discussions aimed at resolving longstanding conflicts. However, regional tensions continue to pose challenges to the peace process.

1. 6.Global Climate Change Summit Concludes with Mixed Outcomes: The latest global climate change summit has concluded, with some nations committing to more ambitious carbon reduction targets. However, disagreements persist on funding and implementation strategies.

1. 7.India's Chandrayaan-4 Mission Sends New Data: ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission has transmitted groundbreaking data about lunar water deposits in the Moon's south pole, offering new insights into potential resources for future lunar bases.

1. 8.Supreme Court Expands LGBTQ+ Marriage Rights: The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of legal recognition for same-sex marriages, marking a significant milestone in LGBTQ+ rights in India.

1. 9.Massive Protests in Manipur Over Reservation Policies: Violent protests have erupted in Manipur following a new government policy on tribal reservations, leading to several injuries and a temporary curfew.

1. 10.Mumbai Airport Achieves Carbon Neutrality: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport has announced its achievement of carbon neutrality, making it India's first green airport.

1. 11.Record-Breaking Cold Wave Hits North India: Temperatures in Delhi and neighboring states have plummeted to record lows, disrupting transportation and prompting government advisories.

1. 12.India and Japan Sign Defense Cooperation Pact: India and Japan have agreed on an extensive defense deal focusing on technology sharing and joint naval exercises, strengthening bilateral ties.

1. 13.Farmers in Punjab Protest Over MSP Delay: Thousands of farmers have blocked highways demanding timely Minimum Support Price (MSP) payments for their crops, highlighting ongoing agricultural issues.

1. 14.India's Start-Up Ecosystem Reaches New Heights: With over 100 unicorns as of 2025, India has become the third-largest start-up hub globally, attracting significant investments.

1. 15.New COVID-19 Variant Detected in Maharashtra: A new variant of COVID-19, named XZ.5, has been detected in Maharashtra. Health authorities are monitoring its spread closely.

1. 16.Virat Kohli Announces Retirement from T20 Cricket: Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from T20 cricket to focus on Test and ODI formats.

1. 17.Digital India: 5G Services Rolled Out Nationwide: India has achieved complete 5G coverage, providing high-speed connectivity even in rural areas, boosting the digital economy.

1. 18.Delhi Metro Expands to NCR Towns: The Delhi Metro has introduced new lines connecting Gurugram, Noida, and Faridabad, improving regional connectivity.

1. 19.Apple Faces Legal Action Over 'Blood Minerals': The Democratic Republic of Congo has launched an investigation into Apple, accusing the tech giant of using minerals sourced from conflict zones, known as "blood minerals." This could have significant legal and consumer implications if proven true.

   Financial Times

1. 20.President Trump Enacts Aggressive Policy Measures: Upon his inauguration as the 47th U.S. president, Donald Trump signed several executive orders, including exiting the Paris climate agreement, resuming LNG terminal licensing, and freezing federal hiring and regulations. He also hinted at potential tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports starting February 1.

   Financial Times

1. 21.China's Economic Growth Slows Amid Global Uncertainty: China's economy has shown signs of slowing growth, raising concerns about its impact on global markets. Analysts attribute this slowdown to various factors, including trade tensions and domestic policy changes.

1. 22.EU Faces Political Turmoil Over Migration Policies: The European Union is grappling with internal divisions over migration policies, leading to political instability and challenges in forming cohesive strategies to address the ongoing refugee crisis.

1. 23.Middle East Peace Talks Resume Amid Regional Tensions: Peace negotiations have resumed between Israel and Palestine, with international mediators facilitating discussions aimed at resolving longstanding conflicts. However, regional tensions continue to pose challenges to the peace process.

1. 24.Global Climate Change Summit Concludes with Mixed Outcomes: The latest global climate change summit has concluded, with some nations committing to more ambitious carbon reduction targets. However, disagreements persist on funding and implementation strategies.

1. 25.India's Chandrayaan-4 Mission Sends New Data: ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission has transmitted groundbreaking data about lunar water deposits in the Moon's south pole, offering new insights into potential resources for future lunar bases.