- On February 18, 2025, Darjeeling Zoo unveiled India's first bio-bank and animal museum in collaboration with the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB). The bio-bank preserves cell and tissue samples from endangered animals, supporting conservation and research. The museum showcases biodiversity and educates visitors.
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- On February 21, 2025, 139 artists set a Guinness World Record for the longest classical dance marathon at the 51st Khajuraho Dance Festival in Madhya Pradesh. The marathon lasted 24 hours, 9 minutes, and 26 seconds. The event featured performances of Kathak, Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Mohiniyattam, and Odissi.
- On February 21, 2025, India and Bangladesh agreed to establish a new hotline between their border forces. The decision was made during the biannual director general-level talks between the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB). The hotline aims to enhance communication and coordination to address cross-border issues and improve security.
- On February 24, 2025, it was reported that India's wind power capacity is projected to reach 63 GW by 2026-27. The growth is driven by government measures, with annual capacity additions expected to double to 7.1 GW on average in the next two years, up from 3.4 GW in fiscal year 2023-25.
- On February 25, 2025, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), in collaboration with MyGov, launched the "Innovate with GoIStats" hackathon. This data visualization hackathon, themed "Data-Driven Insights for Viksit Bharat," aims to engage students and researchers in creating innovative data-driven insights using official statistics.
- On February 24, 2025, PM Modi attended the 'biggest ever' Jhumur event in Guwahati, Assam. Over 8,600 dancers performed the traditional Jhumur dance at the Sarusajai Stadium, marking the 200th anniversary of Assam's tea industry. The event aimed to honor Assam's tea garden communities and set a world record.
- On February 25, 2025, the Indian government banned the production and export of drugs containing tapentadol and carisoprodol. This decision followed reports of these drugs being illegally exported to West Africa, contributing to an opioid crisis in countries like Nigeria and Ghana.
- On February 24, 2025, India and the UK resumed negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA) after an 8-month hiatus. The talks aim to resolve outstanding issues and enhance bilateral trade, which stood at $21.34 billion in 2023-24. Both sides are working towards a balanced and mutually beneficial deal.
- On February 24, 2025, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company (BALIC) launched the BIMA-Application Supported by Blocked Amount (BIMA-ASBA) facility. This initiative, backed by IRDAI, simplifies insurance premium payments using UPI's One-Time Mandate (OTM).
- On February 21, 2025, SEBI imposed a ₹10 lakh penalty on Axis Securities for violating stock broker rules and other regulatory norms. The violations included reporting discrepancies, improper handling of client funds, and exceeding margin limits. The inspection covered the period from April 2021 to November 2022.
- On February 19, 2025, IndusInd Bank partnered with the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) as its Official Banking Partner. This collaboration aims to provide a premium experience to the bank's PIONEER customers, especially Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNIs) and High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs).
- On February 22, 2025, China launched the ChinaSat-10R communication satellite into geosynchronous transfer orbit. The launch, using a Long March 3B rocket, took place at the Xichang Satellite Launch Center. This satellite will replace the aging ChinaSat-10 spacecraft and enhance communication capabilities.
- On February 20, 2025, Pankaj Advani won his 14th Asian Snooker Championship title in Doha. He defeated Iran's Amir Sarkhosh with decisive breaks of 93 and 66. This victory brings him closer to achieving the rare feat of winning the National, Asian, and World Snooker Championships in a single year.
- On February 23, 2025, Mohun Bagan Super Giant clinched the ISL League Winners Shield with a 1-0 victory over Odisha FC. This remarkable win allowed them to successfully defend their title, making them the first team in Indian Super League (ISL) history to achieve this feat.
- On February 21, 2025, NITI Aayog formed a committee to transform AIIMS, New Delhi, into a premier medical research and practice institution. The committee, led by V K Paul, will propose reforms to enhance healthcare delivery, governance, and financial sustainability. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) will be developed.
- The 4th Global Ministerial Conference on Road Safety took place in Marrakech, Morocco, from February 18-20, 2025, hosted by Morocco and WHO. Themed "Commit to Life," it aimed to halve road deaths by 2030 per the UN Decade of Action. Over 3,000 participants from 100 countries adopted the Marrakech Declaration to prioritize road safety and sustainable mobility.
- The first-ever Regional Dialogue on Social Justice, themed "Responsible Businesses for Inclusive and Sustainable Societies," was held on February 24-25, 2025, in New Delhi. Aimed at advancing social justice and supporting the ILO’s Global Coalition for Social Justice, it was chaired by Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and organized by the Ministry of Labour & Employment with CII and EFI.
- On February 24, 2025, BJP MLA Vijender Gupta was elected as the Speaker of the Delhi Assembly. Gupta, representing the Rohini constituency, was nominated by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.
- On February 25, 2025, Unilever CEO Hein Schumacher announced his resignation, effective March 1, 2025. Fernando Fernandez, currently the CFO and Executive Director, will succeed Schumacher as CEO. Schumacher will officially leave the company on May 31, 2025.
- On February 20, 2025, India received the prestigious Prince Michael Decade of Action Road Safety Award for significant advancements in vehicle safety and infrastructure. This recognition was awarded at the 4th Ministerial Conference on Road Safety in Marrakech.
- Datia Airport is now Madhya Pradesh's eighth public airport, licensed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on February 21, 2025, under the 3C/VFR category. It has a 1,810-meter runway, a 768-square-meter terminal for 100 passengers hourly, and can handle two ATR-72 aircraft, enhancing regional connectivity.
- On February 20, 2025, the first phase of Desh Ka Prakriti Parikshan Abhiyaan achieved five Guinness World Records. These include most pledges received for a health campaign (13,892,976), most pledges in a week (6,004,912), largest online photo album (62,525 photos), and largest online video album (12,798 videos).
- On February 21, 2025, Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) won the Outstanding Project Award at the BRICS Industrial Innovation Contest 2024. Their Solar Powered Tricycle enhances accessibility for persons with disabilities with solar panels and motor assistance. It was launched by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari in August 2024.
- Namita Gokhale's latest collection, "Life on Mars: Collected Stories," marks a significant literary comeback. Released on February 21, 2025, the anthology features both old and new stories, reflecting her journey from "Paro: Dreams of Passion" to her resurgence through short stories.
Questions:
Q.1 Which author released the book "Life on Mars: Collected Stories" on February 21, 2025?a) Jhumpa Lahiri
b) Namita Gokhale
c) Arundhati Roy
d) Amitav Ghosh
Answer: b) Namita Gokhale's latest collection, "Life on Mars: Collected Stories," marks a significant literary comeback, released on February 21, 2025.
Q.2 Who won the 14th Asian Snooker Championship title in Doha on February 20, 2025?
a) Aditya Mehta
b) Amir Sarkhosh
c) Ding Junhui
d) Pankaj Advani
a) Aditya Mehta
b) Amir Sarkhosh
c) Ding Junhui
d) Pankaj Advani
Answer: d) On February 20, 2025, Pankaj Advani won his 14th Asian Snooker Championship title in Doha.
