Daily Current Affairs 22nd Feb 2025

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International News

Mount Dukono Erupts in Indonesia

Mount Dukono, one of Indonesia’s most active volcanoes, erupted on February 20, 2025.
The eruption took place on Halmahera Island in the North Maluku province.
It spewed a massive ash cloud up to 2,000 meters into the air.
Indonesian authorities have issued urgent aviation warnings and safety advisories for residents.

Brazil Joins OPEC+ as an Observer to Influence Global Energy Policy

Brazil has officially joined OPEC+ as an observer, signaling a significant shift in its energy policy.
The decision was approved by Brazil’s National Council for Energy Policy.
Implications:Brazil can participate in strategic discussions with major oil-exporting nations.
Maintains independence in its oil production decisions.
The decision aligns with Brazil’s preparations for hosting the United Nations Climate Summit, showcasing its commitment to balancing energy security and environmental goals.

National News

Bengal Leads India in Bird Count for Third Consecutive Year

The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) 2025 saw West Bengal maintaining its top position for the third consecutive year in terms of bird species recorded.
The event, conducted documented 1,068 bird species across India, with Bengal alone recording 543 species.
Due to exam schedules, the number of participants was lower than previous years, but Bengal continued to showcase its rich bird diversity.
Ibisbill and Common Starling were among the highlighted birds.
The event emphasizes Bengal’s significance in bird conservation and habitat preservation.

India Rolls Out Digital Pilot Licenses, Becoming Second After China

India has introduced Electronic Personnel Licenses (EPL) for flight crew, making it the second country after China to adopt digital pilot licensing.
The initiative was launched by Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu.
Key Objectives:
- Enhances convenience, transparency, and efficiency in the licensing process.
- Aligns with India’s digital transformation vision.
- Strengthens aviation safety while catering to the growing industry demand.

IRDAI Introduces Bima-ASBA for UPI-Based Insurance Payments

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has introduced Bima-ASBA (Bima Applications Supported by Blocked Amount) to streamline premium payments for life and health insurance policies.
This initiative will be effective from March 1, 2025.
Policyholders can authorize a one-time UPI mandate (OTM) to block funds in their bank accounts for premium payments.
The blocked amount will remain in the account until the insurer accepts the policy proposal.
Ensures greater transparency and security in insurance transactions.

State News

Delhi Cabinet Approves Ayushman Bharat and Other Key Decisions

Rekha Gupta, a BJP leader and first-time MLA from Shalimar Bagh, was sworn in as Delhi’s 9th Chief Minister at Ramlila Maidan.
In her first cabinet meeting, she announced:
- Implementation of Ayushman Bharat Yojana with ₹10 lakh healthcare coverage.
  - ₹5 lakh from the Centre + ₹5 lakh top-up from the Delhi government.
- Tabling of 14 pending CAG reports.
Key Focus Areas of Her Government:
- Yamuna cleaning, infrastructure development, education, and women’s welfare.

Uttar Pradesh Budget 2025-26

The Uttar Pradesh Budget for 2025-26 was presented by Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna on February 20, 2025.
Total Outlay: ₹8,08,736 crore (9.8% increase from the previous year).
Major Focus Areas:
- Research & Development (R&D), Information Technology (IT), Infrastructure, and Welfare Schemes.
- Special emphasis on education, agriculture, healthcare, and artificial intelligence.

Nagaon Hosts 2nd Simolu Festival Amid Blooming Bombax Ceiba

The 2nd Simolu Festival was held on February 15, 2025, at Bwisang-Na, Barunguri, Laokhowa, Assam.
The festival celebrates the blooming Bombax ceiba (Shimul) flowers and promotes eco-tourism, conservation, and local culture.
Activities Included: Cycling, camping, ethnic cuisine, cultural performances, and awareness sessions.
Dr. Sonali Ghosh, Field Director of Kaziranga National Park, emphasized the festival’s role in nature appreciation and environmental conservation.

Nagaland’s Forest Project Wins SKOCH Award

The Nagaland Forest Management Project (NFMP) received the SKOCH Award 2024 at the 100th SKOCH Summit in New Delhi on February 15, 2025.
The project, supported by JICA, spans 185 villages across 11 districts and covers 79,000+ hectares.
Focus areas: Forest conservation, jhum rehabilitation, and sustainable livelihoods.

Banking & Economy News

India’s Q3 FY25 GDP Growth Projected at 6.4%

India’s economy is expected to grow at 6.4% in Q3 FY25, according to ICRA projections.
Growth Drivers:
- Higher government spending.
- Rebound in exports.
Sector-Wise Growth:
- Industry: 6.2%
- Services: 7.7%
- Agriculture: 4.0%
Record Service Exports:
- December 2024 recorded $36.9 billion in service exports.

RBI Unveils RBIDATA App for Seamless Economic Data Access

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched RBIDATA, a mobile application that provides macroeconomic and financial data.
Offers 11,000+ economic data series.
Designed for researchers, students, policymakers, and the general public.

Appointments News

Vivek Joshi Appointed as Election Commissioner

Vivek Joshi, a 1989-batch IAS officer, has assumed charge as Election Commissioner of India.
His tenure will last until February 18, 2031.

V Anantha Nageswaran’s Term Extended as Chief Economic Advisor

The Indian government has extended V Anantha Nageswaran’s tenure as Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) until March 2027.
His role includes shaping economic policies and drafting the Economic Survey.

Sports News

Mohammed Shami Becomes Fastest Indian to 200 ODI Wickets

Mohammed Shami became the fastest Indian to claim 200 ODI wickets, achieving the milestone in 110 matches.

Rohit Sharma Becomes Second Fastest to 11,000 ODI Runs

Rohit Sharma reached 11,000 ODI runs in 261 innings during the Champions Trophy 2025 match against Bangladesh.
He is the fourth Indian and 10th overall to achieve this milestone.

Important Days

World Scout Day 2025 – February 22

Celebrated annually on February 22 to honor Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the Scouting movement.