Daily Current Affairs 6th Feb, 2025: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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International News
Largest Hindu Temple in Southern Hemisphere Unveiled in South Africa
- Johannesburg, South Africa, witnessed the grand opening of the largest Hindu temple in the Southern Hemisphere.
- The temple, part of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Multi-Cultural Centre, serves as a religious, educational, and cultural hub.
- The inauguration was attended by South African Deputy President Paul Mashatile and spiritual leader Mahant Swami Maharaj.
Trump Withdraws U.S. from UN Human Rights Council & Cuts UNRWA Funding
- U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order removing the U.S. from the UN Human Rights Council and halting funding for UNRWA, the UN agency that provides humanitarian aid to Palestinians.
- The executive order also mandates a review of U.S. contributions to various UN organizations.
- The decision reflects Trump’s administration’s discontent with the UN’s role in global conflict resolution and questions its effectiveness.
GMR Airports Joins United Nations Global Compact Initiative
- GMR Airports Ltd (GAL) has officially joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices.
- The company pledges to align its operations with ten UNGC principles, which include:
- Human rights protection.
- Environmental sustainability.
- Anti-corruption measures.
- Labor standards.
National News
ECI’s ‘Chandrayaan Se Chunao Tak’ Initiative in West Delhi
- The Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched an innovative voter awareness campaign called ‘Chandrayaan Se Chunao Tak’ in West Delhi.
- A special space-themed polling booth has been set up in Vikaspuri, inspired by India’s space missions.
- The initiative aims to increase voter participation, particularly among youth and elderly voters.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches Watershed Yatra
- Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the “Watershed Yatra”, a national-level mass outreach campaign.
- The initiative is a part of the Watershed Development Component of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (WDC-PMKSY 2.0).
- The campaign focuses on promoting awareness and public participation in watershed development activities across India.
- It aims to improve soil and water conservation, enhance agricultural productivity, and support sustainable natural resource management.
Fort William Renamed as ‘Vijay Durg’
- The Indian Army has officially renamed Fort William in Kolkata, the headquarters of its Eastern Command, to ‘Vijay Durg’.
- The renaming decision was taken in December 2024, as part of India’s decolonization efforts.
- Inspired by Vijaydurg Fort in Maharashtra, a significant naval stronghold under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, this change aligns with the government’s initiative to honor indigenous history over colonial legacies.
Summits & Conferences News
Dubai’s Global Justice Summit 2025
- Dubai will host the Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit on April 12-13, 2025, at the Dubai Exhibition Centre.
- The summit will welcome 2,800 peacekeepers, 72 distinguished speakers, and 10 Nobel Laureates.
- Under the patronage of Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, it aims to promote global justice and peace.
Banking News
NPCI Proposes ATM Interchange Fee Hike
- National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has proposed an increase in ATM interchange fees to compensate banks and White Label ATM Operators (WLAOs) for their rising operational costs.
- The move is expected to support ATM network expansion across India.
RBI Reports 98% Return of ₹2000 Notes
- According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), 98.12% of ₹2000 notes have been returned following their withdrawal announcement.
- only ₹6,691 crore worth of ₹2000 notes remain in circulation.
IOB Joins Global Partnership for Carbon Accounting
- Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has signed up for the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF).
- The bank will now measure and disclose greenhouse gas emissions linked to its financed activities, reinforcing its role in India’s net-zero efforts.
South Indian Bank Launches Startup-Focused Current Accounts
- South Indian Bank has introduced two new current accounts specifically designed for startups:
- SIB Business Startup Current Account.
- SIB Corporate Startup Current Account.
- These accounts provide banking solutions tailored to the needs of entrepreneurs.
- South Indian Bank has introduced two new current accounts specifically designed for startups:
Appointments News
Gopal Vittal Appointed Acting Chair of GSMA Board
- Gopal Vittal, Vice Chairman & MD of Bharti Airtel, has been named Acting Chair of the GSMA Board following the resignation of José María Álvarez-Pallete.
Ranks & Reports News
India’s Gold Investment Soars 60% in 2024
- India’s gold investments surged by 60%, reaching ₹1.5 lakh crore ($18 billion) in 2024.
- Factors driving this increase include:
- Higher gold prices.
- Lower import duties.
- Festive season demand.
IICA & CMAI Sign MoU on Decarbonisation Efforts
- The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) and Carbon Market Association of India signed an MoU to support India’s carbon market initiatives.
- The agreement was announced at the IICA-CMAI Masterclass in the presence of Minister Nitin Gadkari.
Business News
India Opens First Ferret Research Facility
- India inaugurated its first Ferret Research Facility at THSTI, Faridabad, enhancing biomedical research and vaccine development.
ISRO Unveils FEAST 2025 Software at IIT Hyderabad
- ISRO introduced FEAST 2025, a structural analysis tool, at IIT Hyderabad during a national meet.
Important Day
International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation 2025
- Observed on February 6, 2025, to raise awareness against FGM, a human rights violation affecting millions of women worldwide.
