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International News
Romanian President Resigns Amidst Impeachment Pressure
- Romania’s President Klaus Iohannis has resigned ahead of an impeachment vote triggered by last year’s cancellation of the presidential election.
- The election was annulled due to alleged Russian interference, leading to widespread protests and political turmoil.
- Critics argue that Iohannis’s decisions weakened democratic institutions in Romania.
- Until fresh elections are conducted in May 2025, Senate President Ilie Bolojan will serve as the interim president.
National News
Lok Sabha Expands Translation Services to Six More Languages
- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has announced an expansion of translation services in the House to include six additional languages: Bodo, Dogri, Maithili, Manipuri, Sanskrit, and Urdu.
- This step aims to foster linguistic inclusivity, ensuring better accessibility for Members of Parliament (MPs) who prefer speaking in their regional languages.
- The initiative aligns with the broader goal of eventually offering translation services for all 22 languages recognized under Schedule 8 of the Indian Constitution.
- However, the inclusion of Sanskrit has sparked debates, with some questioning its communicability and official status in various states.
President Droupadi Murmu Inaugurates International Conference on Unani Medicine
- President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the International Conference on Unani Medicine at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
- The event was organized by the Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) under the Ministry of Ayush.
- Themed “Innovations in Unani Medicine for Integrative Health Solutions – A Way Forward”, the conference was part of Unani Day celebrations.
- Discussions highlighted the relevance of Unani medicine in modern healthcare and its role in integrative medical solutions.
Gujarat Government Introduces New Policy for 250 Global Capability Centres
- The Gujarat Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy 2025-30 was introduced by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel at GIFT City on February 11, 2025.
- The policy is designed to attract 250 new Global Capability Centres (GCCs), aimed at boosting Gujarat’s status as a hub for global business services.
- The initiative is expected to generate over 50,000 new jobs and drive investments worth ₹10,000 crore in the state.
Awards News
Indian Students Secure Bronze at Global Best M-Gov Award 2025
- Three Indian Computer Science students from Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology, New Delhi, won the Bronze Award at the Global Best M-Gov Award 2025.
- The award was presented at the World Government Summit (WGS) held in Dubai.
- Their innovative AI-powered application, AccessWay, was recognized for enhancing mobile government services and promoting social inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
Ranking & Index News
Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024: India’s Rank Falls to 96th
- Transparency International released the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024, ranking India 96th out of 180 countries.
- India scored 38 points, marking a decline from 39 in 2023 and 40 in 2022.
- The downward trend raises concerns about rising corruption in the public sector.
Science & Technology News
Russia Proposes Technology Transfer for India’s Advanced Fighter Jets
- Russia has proposed a technology transfer deal with India, strengthening bilateral cooperation in the defense sector.
- The offer includes localized production of the Su-57E, an export version of Russia’s 5th-generation fighter jet.
- The deal could play a key role in the development of India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program.
Sports News
Meghalaya to Host the 39th National Games in 2027
- The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has officially confirmed that Meghalaya will host the 39th edition of the National Games.
- The games will take place in February/March 2027.
- IOA President PT Usha formally conveyed the decision to Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma.
- Hosting the event marks a significant milestone for northeastern India in the field of sports development.
Economy News
India’s Retail Inflation Drops to 4.31% in January 2025
- India’s retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), fell to 4.31% in January 2025, its lowest level in five months.
- This marks a decline from 5.22% in December 2024, providing relief to both consumers and policymakers.
- The primary reason behind the fall was a slowdown in food prices, particularly vegetables, due to fresh winter supplies entering the market.
Agreement News
Tata Elxsi & Garuda Aerospace Collaborate to Advance UAV Technology
- Tata Elxsi and Garuda Aerospace have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Aero India 2025 to establish a Centre of Excellence for UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) technology.
- The partnership focuses on drone design, engineering, and certification.
- The collaboration is in line with the ‘Make in India’ initiative and aims to strengthen India’s self-reliance in UAV manufacturing.
- The new drone technology will cater to various sectors, including defense, agriculture, and smart city applications.
Summits & Conferences News
India to Host Next Global AI Summit – PM Modi
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India will be the host nation for the next Global AI Summit.
- The announcement was made after discussions at the AI Action Summit in Paris, which PM Modi co-chaired with French President Emmanuel Macron.
- The summit emphasized global cooperation in AI development and India’s role in advancing inclusive AI technologies.
- India’s commitment to AI leadership and the development of key AI initiatives was highlighted during the event.
Science & Technology News
AIIMS Delhi Launches ‘Srjanam’ for Biomedical Waste Management
- AIIMS Delhi has introduced ‘Srjanam’, the country’s first automated biomedical waste conversion system.
- The innovation was inaugurated by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on February 10, 2025.
- Developed by CSIR-NIIST, Thiruvananthapuram, Srjanam offers a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to traditional biomedical waste disposal methods.
- The system aims to eliminate incineration, reducing environmental hazards caused by burning waste.
Important Days
World Radio Day 2025.
- World Radio Day is celebrated annually on February 13 to recognize the importance of radio broadcasting.
- The day was proclaimed by UNESCO to encourage international cooperation among radio broadcasters.
- It also promotes equal access to information through community radio networks.
- Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi is credited with proving the feasibility of radio communication.
