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12 May, 2025
GK Update
Thu 27 Feb, 2025
National News
Committee Constituted to Consider MPs' Leave Applications
- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has constituted a committee to consider the leave applications of MPs for being absent from the proceedings of the House.
- This 15-member committee will be chaired by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and former Chief Minister of Tripura, Biplab Kumar Deb.
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Agreement Between DPIIT and Paytm
- The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Paytm (One97 Communications Limited) to promote innovation in India and accelerate the growth of manufacturing and fintech startups.
Approval of Waqf Amendment Bill
- The Union Cabinet has approved the Waqf Amendment Bill. This bill will be introduced in the second phase of the Parliament's Budget Session, starting from March 10, 2025.
- After being introduced in the Lok Sabha by Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in August, the Waqf Bill was sent to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for further review.
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State Special
Launch of Amrit Dhara Scheme
- The Uttar Pradesh Gau Seva Commission has launched the Amrit Dhara Scheme to promote cow rearing in the state.
- Under this scheme, farmers and livestock owners will be provided loans of up to ₹10 lakh for rearing two to ten cows.
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International News
Announcement of GTAI
- Denmark and India have announced the Green Transition Alliance India (GTAI). This initiative is an example of the efforts under the Green Strategic Partnership (GSP), which was signed in 2020.
- The alliance aims to accelerate green energy transition, reduce carbon emissions, and promote sustainable development in both countries.
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Strong Rebuke to Pakistan
- During the seventh meeting of the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), India strongly criticized Pakistan, labeling it as a failed nation dependent on international aid.
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Caffeine Declared Harmful
- The European Union has declared caffeine as "harmful to humans when ingested."
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Victory Day Parade: Russia
- According to Russia's news agency TASS, Russian President Vladimir Putin has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the Victory Day Parade on May 9.
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Defence News
Naval HTC Missile Test
- The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy have successfully conducted the maiden flight test of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile – Short Range (NASM-SR) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha.
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Sports News
India Squad Announced for Deaf Cricket Series
- The Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) has announced a 16-member Team India for the upcoming international T20 and ODI Deaf Cricket Series.
- The T20 International Tri-Series between India, South Africa, and Australia will be held in New Delhi from March 2 to March 8.
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Arts and Honours
First Joint Mega Nyokum Yullo Festival
- The First Joint Mega Nyokum Yullo Festival was organized in Boasimla, Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh.
- Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar attended the event as the chief guest.
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| Nyokum Yullo is a major traditional festival of the Nyishi tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. It is celebrated to seek prosperity in agriculture and the well-being of the community. |
Honours and Awards
"CEO of the Year"
- Lumina Datamatics Managing Director and CEO Sameer Kanodia has been honored as the "CEO of the Year" at the 23rd Business Leader of the Year Awards.
| The Business Leader of the Year Awards was established in 2002 and recognizes leaders who make a positive impact in their industries and communities. |
Honoring Champions of Animal Protection
- The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) will honor individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions in the field of animal protection and welfare.
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Prani Mitra Award : Given in five sub-categories :
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Corporate, Public Enterprises, Government Bodies, or Cooperatives (2 awards)
Jeev Daya Award : Given in three sub-categories:
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Environment News
Establishment of the Cali Fund
- The Cali Fund was established at the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).
- This fund will receive contributions from private sector companies that commercially utilize Digital Sequence Information (DSI) on genetic resources.
| The Cali Fund aims to raise $200 billion annually to strengthen global biodiversity conservation efforts. |
Rapidly Declining Water Levels of the Caspian Sea
- Environmental activists have expressed concern over the rapidly declining water levels of the Caspian Sea.
- Since 2005, the water level has dropped by 185 cm, resulting in a loss of approximately 31,000 square kilometers of water area.
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Famous Person
Anil Joshi
- Renowned Gujarati poet and essayist Shri Anil Joshi passed away on February 26, 2025, in Mumbai at the age of 85.
Important Days
World NGO Day
- World NGO Day is observed annually on February 27.
- The objective of this day is to recognize the contributions of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and to raise awareness about their significant work in society.