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vibrant Indian community in the US as strong

Daily Current Affairs pillars anchoring the bilateral strategic partnership.


Prime Minister also discussed with the US
February 2023 Part 21 delegation new opportunities for consolidating the
Important Facts India-US ties in critical technologies, clean energy
transition, joint development and production, and
12 cheetahs arrived and were released into trusted and resilient supplies chains.
quarantine enclosures at the Kuno National Park A US Congressional delegation of nine Senators led
(KNP), Madhya Pradesh. by Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer calls
12th World Hindi Conference held in Fiji; on Prime Minister Narendra Modi
12th World Pangolin Day – 18th February 2022 Activities finalised to be considered for trading of
1st G20 Finance Ministers & Central Bank carbon credits under Article 6.2 mechanism to
Governors and 2nd G20 Finance & Central Bank facilitate transfer of emerging technologies and
Deputies Meetings from 22nd-25th February 2023 mobilise international finance in India
in Bengaluru Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance launches ‘Anmol
1st Sundarban Bird Festival: 145 bird species Suraksha Kawach‘
spotted in Sundarban Biosphere Reserve Aero India 2023: Garuda Aerospace unveils its
2nd Annual Anthem Awards: UNDP’s “Don’t Solar-Powered Drone SURAJ
Choose Extinction” Campaign wins 2 Anthem Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar calls
Awards upon students and youth to contribute to make
3.85 LMT wheat stock sold for Rs. 901 Crore in agriculture more profitable and villages more
second e-auction by Food Corporation of India prosperous.
43rd meeting of the Network Planning Group AICTE and BPRD Jointly Launch KAVACH-2023,
(NPG) held a National Level Hackathon to tackle cyber threats
4th Edition of India-Japan Army exercise ‘Dharma and provide effective solutions
Guardian’ Commenced in Japan AICTE launches curriculum for technical courses
5th edition of Khelo India Youth Games held in in semiconductor design
Madhya Pradesh; Maharashtra tops Medal Tally Air India and Vistara kick off their integration
81% polling recorded in Tripura Assembly process.
Elections amid violence. Akshdeep Singh and Priyanka Goswami win
A high quality modern organic testing lab will be National Race Walking Championships.
set up in Sikkim to promote organic produce of the All India Council for Technical Education launches
State- Shri Piyush Goyal curriculum designed for B. Tech Electronics VLSI
A total of 2.26 million tonnes of plastic packaging Design & Technology and Diploma in IC
has been covered under Extended Producer Manufacturing
Responsibility (EPR) for the year 2022-23 All-India Consumer Price Index Numbers for
A US Congressional delegation of nine Senators led Agricultural and Rural Labourers – January, 2023
by Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer Ambassador of India to Nepal Naveen Srivastava
called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New handed over the first tranche of 20 Kidney Dialysis
Delhi. Mr. Modi welcomed the Congressional Machines to the Nepalese Minister for Health
delegation to India and appreciated the consistent and Population Padam Giri. These 20 are first of
and bipartisan support of the US Congress for the 200 such machines that are being gifted by
deepening India-US bilateral ties. Government of India to Nepal.
Mr Modi also referred to his recent phone call with An All-time Record Cargo handling at Syama
US President Joseph Biden and the shared vision of Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata
the two leaders for further elevating India-US Arjuna Awardee & Legendary Indian Footballer
Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership to Tulsidas Balaram Passed Away
address contemporary global challenges. Army Nursing students urged to develop skill and
Mr Modi and the US delegation recognized the right attitude to meet the future challenges
shared democratic values, robust bilateral Arunachal Pradesh is celebrating its 37th Statehood
cooperation, strong people-to-people ties and the Day. The state during the British Colonial Rule and

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until 1972 was named as the North-East Frontier Centre further reduces the reserve price of wheat
Agency (NEFA). In 1972, it became a Union upto 31st March, 2023 to check inflation
Territory and was named Arunachal Pradesh. It was Chetan Sharma step down as Chief Selector of
granted statehood by the State of Arunachal Indian cricket team following a TV sting operation.
Pradesh Act, 1986 and became the 24th state of David Malpass to step down as World Bank
India on February 20, 1987. The main statehood President
day function of the state will be held at IG Park in David Malpass to step down from the position of
the Capital City Itanagar. President Droupadi World Bank chief before his five-year term expires.
Murmu will grace the celebration. This will be her Death toll in Turkey and Syria climbs to more than
maiden visit to Arunachal Pradesh after becoming 41,000 after devastating earthquakes.
the President of India in July 2022. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to launch
As part of a military-to-military exchange India’s first virtual shopping, recharge app for
program between the Indian Army and metro.
Uzbekistan Army, the fourth edition of biennial Delhi metro to launch India's first virtual shopping
training Exercise DUSTLIK (2023) will be app for commuters" enabling them to buy a range
conducted till 5th March, 2023 in Pithoragarh, of products and book services while travelling.
Uttarakhand. The Indian contingent will be Department of Empowerment of Persons with
represented by the 14th Battalion, The GARHWAL Disabilities today celebrated World Social Justice
RIFLES and part of Western Command in this Day by helding a conclave at Dr. Amvedkar
bilateral exercise. The Uzbekistan Army will be International Centre, New Delhi
represented by troops of the North Western Military Department of Fisheries to host Sagar Parikrama
District of Uzbekistan Army. This joint exercise is Phase III Program from Gujarat to Maharashtra
aimed at enhancing military capability to undertake Designation of Organisations/individuals as
multi-domain operations in a Sub Conventional ‘Terrorist Organization’/ ‘Terrorist’ under the
scenario under United Nations Mandate. Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967
Asia Mixed Team Badminton Championships: (UAPA)
India enters semifinals. Digitisation of longest continuous solar
Aussies swept in 90 minutes, India snatch 2nd test, observations can help explore impact of variations
retain trophy. of the Sun on climate
Bangladesh announces plans to procure 300 electric Divya Kala Mela 2023 starts off at MMRDA
double-decker air-conditioned buses from India. Grounds in BKC, Mumbai
BCCI announces Indian squads for third and fourth Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar, Minister of State
test match of Border-Gavaskar Trophy and ODI inaugurates the National Workshop on Accelerating
series. Patient Safety in India
Boeing launches its 1st Global Support Center in EbixCash becomes 1st Entity in India to enable UPI
India at Gurugram Transactions for Foreign Nationals
BVR Subrahmanyam has been appointed as the Enthusiastic voting continues across 60 ACs in
new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NITI Tripura today
Aayog. The appointment Committee of the Cabinet EPFO adds 14.93 lakh net members in the month of
has approved his appointment for a period of two December, 2022
years from the date of assumption of the charge of Exchange Rate Notification No. 10/2023 - Customs
the post. He will replace Parameswaran Iyer who (N.T.)
has been appointed as Executive Director, World Fair Price Shops Dealers can earn Rs.50,000 by
Bank headquarters, Washington DC, USA. providing additional community services: Centre
Cabinet approves construction of Shinku La Tunnel FIFA World Cup 2026: FIFA confirms US,
to provide all-weather connectivity in Ladakh Canada, Mexico Automatic Qualification
CCI Approves Acquisition of Certain Equity Share Finance ministers and central bank chiefs of G-20
Capital of LT Foods Limited by SIIC nations will meet for first time under India’s
CCI Clears Acquisition of Certain Assets of presidency in Bengaluru.
Jaiprakash Associates by Dalmia Cement First G20 Digital Economy Working Group
CENTRAL WATER COMMISSION INKS AN meeting held in Lucknow, UP
AGREEMENT WITH IIT, ROORKEE FOR First PM GatiShakti NMP Regional Workshop for
DEVELOPMENT OF INTERNATIONAL Central & Western Zone to be Held in Goa
CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOR DAMS Food Corporation of India offers 11.72 LMT wheat
UNDER DRIP SCHEME via 620 depots in the country in the 3rd e-auction

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Foodgrain production is estimated to be over 3,235 I&B Minister says NDRF Rescue & Relief
lakh tonnes in agricultural year 2022-23: Second operations in the earthquake devastated Turkey
advance estimates. widely lauded worldwide
G20 Model Meeting” concludes successfully in ICAR felicitates stakeholders for registration of
New Delhi livestock breeds
Ganga Vilas - World’s longest river cruise - enters IEPFA organises Conference on “Financial
Assam Literacy in Amrit Kaal - Empowering Investors” in
Ganga Vilas reaches Guwahati Aizawl, Mizoram
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will be on a two IIT Roorkee & CWC sign MoA for establishing
day visit to India. During his visit, he will hold ICED
discussion with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on In a boost to India’s lunar mission, Chandrayaan-
bilateral, regional and global issues. The two 3 has successfully underwent EMI-EMC (Electro-
Leaders will also interact with CEOs and business Magnetic Interference/ Electro-Magnetic
leaders of both sides. Chancellor Scholz will also Compatibility). The EMI-EMC test is conducted
call on President Droupadi Murmu. for satellite missions to ensure functionality of the
This will be Chancellor Scholz’s first visit to India satellite subsystems in the space environment and
in his current role. He will be accompanied by their compatibility with the expected
senior officials and a high-powered business electromagnetic levels. The Indian Space Research
delegation. Organisation, ISRO, said it is a major milestone in
Global Sea Level Rose by 4.5 mm per year during the realization of the satellites.
2013-22 period: WMO ISRO announced that the test was conducted
Google, Twitter, Meta face tougher EU online between January 31st and February 2nd at U R Rao
content rules. Satellite Centre, Bengaluru. The statement said,
Government allows sale of excess tobacco during the Chandrayaan-3 lander EMI/EC test,
produced by registered growers and unauthorized Launcher compatibility, Antenna Polarization of all
tobacco produced by unregistered growers without Radio-Frequency systems, Standalone auto
any penalty,on auction platforms in karnataka for compatibility tests for orbital and powered descent
the crop season 2022-23 mission phases, and Lander & Rover compatibility
Government considers phased withdrawal of Army tests for post landing mission phase were ensured.
from hinterlands of Kashmir valley hinterland. The performance of the systems was satisfactory.
Government reduces reserve price of wheat under Chandrayaan-3 interplanetary mission has three
Open Market Sale Scheme to check inflation major modules: the Propulsion module, Lander
Govt Approved 3 major appointments in Army: Lt module, and Rover. The mission's complexity calls
Gen MV Suchindra Kumar as new Army Vice for establishing radio-frequency communication
Chief links between the modules.
GST council accepts GoM recommendation for In a boost to India’s lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3
setting up Appellate Tribunal for dispute redressal has Tata Sons owned Air India and Vistara start
GST Council decides to tax services supplied by Integration Process
courts and tribunals under the reverse charge In a boost to India’s moon mission, Chandrayaan -
mechanism. 3 successfully underwent Electro-Magnetic
HAL plans for medium-lift choppers to replace Interference and Electro-Magnetic Compatibility or
ageing Mi-17s. EMI-EMC test at U R Rao Satellite Centre,
HARBINGER 2023 Innovation for Transformation: Bengaluru. The test was conducted between 31st
RBI announces 2nd Global Hackathon of January and 2nd of February. The Indian Space
Harmanpreet Kaur surpasses Rohit Sharma to Research Organisation (ISRO) made the
become most capped T20I player announcement. Chandrayaan-3 interplanetary
HDFC Bank Became 1st Private Sector Bank to mission has three major modules: the Propulsion
Enable Linking of RuPay Credit Card on UPI; module, Lander module, and Rover. Isro said that,
HDFC Raises Rs 25,000 cr in India’s largest-ever the performance of the systems was satisfactory.
Bond Issue The test is a major milestone in the realisation of
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) to provide the satellites.
maintenance and overhaul support for MQ-9B In Bihar, Senior Janata Dal (United) leader
drone engines in India. Upendra Kushwaha quit the party and resigned
HP Cabinet Approves Guidelines for Mukhya from all party positions. Mr Kushwaha also
Mantri Sukh-Ashray Yojana launched a new political party Rashtriya Lok
Janata Dal (RLJD). He has also resigned from

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the post of MLC. Kushwaha said he has taken this Meghalaya. Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi took
decision after two days of meeting with workers in potshots at NPP and its former allies of MDA
Patna. Upendra Kushwaha said barring a few, coalition.
everyone in the JDU was expressing concern. Mr In Meghalaya, the high profile Mairang assembly
Kushwaha alleged Nitish Kumar did good in constituency of Eastern West Khasi Hills district is
beginning but in the end, the path on which he witnessing a four-cornered contest this time. This
started walking is bad for him and Bihar. area is famous as the mother land of great Indian
In Cricket, India have retained the Border freedom fighter Tirot Singh who fought against the
Gavaskar Trophy for the fourth time in a row after British rule and sacrificed his life.
taking a 2-Nil lead against Australia in the four In Nagaland, political leaders and star campaigners
match series. As per the rules, if a series is drawn, of different parties are aggressively campaigning
the country holding the trophy retains it. The Rohit for their party candidates. A total of 183 candidates
Sharma led Team today registered a thumping six- from 12 political parties are in the fray for the
wicket win over Australia in the second Test at upcoming State Assembly election.
Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. This is the second The counting of votes for assembly polls in
time in a row that India have beaten Australia in a Meghalaya and Nagaland, along with Tripura will
Test match within three days. take place on 2nd of March.
Resuming their second innings at the overnight In Tripura, voting begins to elect a new 60-Member
score of 61 for one on Day 3 this morning, the Legislative Assembly.
visitors were all out for 113, taking an overall lead In Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup, India set a
of 114 runs and setting India a victory target of 115 target of 156 against Ireland at Gqeberha in South
runs. Africa.
The Hosts overhauled the target, posting 118 runs Income Tax Department carries out survey
with the loss of four wickets. In their first innings operations in Delhi & Mumbai
yesterday, India were all out at 262 in reply to India achieved more than 15 thousand transplants
Australia's first innings score of 263. in a year for the first time in 2022. Health Secretary
All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja was adjudged the man Rajesh Bhushan said this while addressing the
of the match after producing a match-winning gathering during National Organ and Tissue
performance. He took overall ten wickets in the Transplant Organisation Scientific Dialogue
match, seven in second innings alone and bundled 2023 in Delhi. He said an annual increase of 27 per
out Australian innings in the first session of the cent in transplant has been observed.
third day of the match. India and Fiji sign MoU on visa exemption for
India had won the opening Test in Nagpur by an holders of diplomatic and official passports
innings and 132 runs. India and Spain agree to collaborate on digital
In Cricket, India retain Border Gavaskar Trophy, infrastructure, climate action and sustainable
defeating Australia by six wickets in the second development
Test in Delhi. India and Uzbekistan will hold the fourth edition
In cricket, India to take on Ireland in ICC Women's of biennial training Exercise DUSTLIK (2023) at
T20 World Cup at Gqeberha in South Africa. Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand as part of a military-to-
In Meghalaya, Assembly Elections campaigning is military exchange program. The exercise will
underway in full swing as leaders of all political continue till 5th of March. The Indian contingent
parties are trying to garner support for their party will be represented by the 14th Battalion of the
candidates. Garhwal Rifles, part of Western Command. The
Star campaigners and senior leaders are holding Uzbekistan Army will be represented by troops of
public meetings, rallies and pocket meetings in the North Western Military District.
several assembly segments. For BJP several Union India clinched two gold medals on the second day
Ministers are hitting the trail during campaigning. of the ongoing ISSF Shooting World Cup at Cairo
Polling will be held on the 27th of February in all in Egypt.
60 assembly segments. Indian 10m Air Rifle Mixed team of Narmada
Addressing a public meeting in Nongthymmai Nithin Raju and Rudrankksh Balasaheb Patil and
assembly segment BJP MP Ravi Kishan said BJP 10m Air Pistol Mixed team of Rhythm Sangwan
is committed to all round development of the state. and Varun Tomar have bagged the yellow metals.
NPP leader and Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma In the 10m Air Pistol Mixed team event, the pair of
addressed a rally in Mawsynram where he claimed Varun Tomar and Rhythm Sangwan routed Serbian
that the policies and programmes of party resonates pair Zorana Arunovic and Damir Mikec 16-10 to
with value and sentiments of the people of win the gold medal.

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India earmarks 75 per cent of capital procurement and trusted tech player: MoS Shri Rajeev
budget for domestic industry Chandrasekhar
India finalises 13 activities under 3 heads for India’s GDP to Grow at 6.2% in FY24: Morgan
trading of carbon credits Stanley
India Focussing on 300 Million Ton Annual Steel India’s lunar mission Chandrayaan-3 achieves
Production by 2030 – Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia another milestone; Clears key test on functioning of
India gives great importance to technology to satellite in space.
further ‘Ease of Living’ for people : PM India’s Mineral Production Goes up by 10 % in
India have retained the Border Gavaskar Trophy December 2022
for fourth straight time against Australia as the India’s overall exports during April to January
hosts have now taken an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the record positive growth of 17.33%.
four match series. If a series is drawn, the country India’s Russian oil imports surge to a record 1.4
holding the trophy retains it. million barrels per day in January.
India defeated Australia by 6 wickets in the second INDIAN ARMY ISSUES NOTIFICATIONS AS
test in New Delhi. PER MODIFIED RECRUITING PROCEDURE
India have set a target of 156 runs for Ireland to Indian Army undertakes Multiple Welfare
win in their last Group 2 match of the Women's Activities under Operation Sadbhavana in Ladakh
T20 World Cup 2023 at St George's Park, Indian Army, ADRIN signs MoU to co-develop
Gqeberha, South Africa. India scored 155 runs for niche technology
the loss of six wickets in their stipulated 20 overs. Indian economy to Grow at 6%: Former Niti Aayog
Smriti Mandhana topped scored with 87 runs for Vice Chairman Rajiv Kumar.
India. For Ireland, the captain Laura Delany took Indian men’s cricket team tops in all three formats
three wickets. Earlier India won the toss and elected for the first time
to bat. Indian Overseas Bank Launched e-BG Facility in
India International Seafood Show concludes in Association with NeSL
Kolkata. Indian Railways & India Posts launch joint parcel
India Meteorological Department issued season’s service – Rail Post Gati Shakti Express Cargo
first heatwave warning in the Konkan and Kutch Service
areas of Gujarat. Indian Railways has launched a month long
India Myanmar discuss border issues, connectivity Intensive Safety Drive from to prevent derailments,
projects in virtual meet Signal Passing at Danger (SPAD) and other types
India ranks 47th in OECD’s services trade of accidents. Senior officers from Railway Board,
restrictiveness index Zonal Railways and Divisions have been asked to
India ranks 4th among 51 countries in having go to various sections, maintenance centers and
quality entrepreneurship ecosystem: GEM NECI work sites to carry out thorough review of working
2022/2023 Report practices to check and enforce safe operational and
India retains Border Gavaskar Trophy, defeating maintenance practices. During the drive, emphasis
Australia by 6 wickets in 2nd Test. has been given on observance of signaling aspects
India will take on Ireland in their last Group 2 and braking practices by Loco Pilots. Officers have
match of the Women's T20 World Cup 2023 at St also been instructed to interact with staff on the
George's Park, Gqeberha. right and wrong practices to understand the
After the 11-run loss to England, Team India are in problems being faced by field staff and provide
second spot, with four points from three matches, solutions.
behind England which have qualified for the semi- Indian Railways launches month-long Intensive
finals. Safety Drive to prevent derailments and other types
India need to improve their net run rate from the of accidents.
current 0.205. Therefore, The Harmanpreet Kaur- Indian Railways launches Rail Post Gati Shakti
led side will now need not only a win against Express Cargo Service to provide logistics for
Ireland in its last group match but also a big one to services sector in country.
have any chance of filling up the remaining Indian Railways launches Rail Post Gati Shakti
semifinal spot from Group 2. Express Cargo Service (Joint Parcel Product of
India win two Gold Medals in Shooting at ISSF Railways and India Post)
World Cup in Egypt. Indian Railways to observe a month long Intensive
India’s emphasis is on moving from being just a Safety Drive
consumer of technology to becoming a producer Indian Railways’ Production Units on fast track to
achieve record production in 2022-23

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Indian team settle for Bronze at Badminton Asia Khelo India: Indian Army organises Women’s
Mixed Team Championship in Dubai Snow Cricket tournament.
Indian-Origin Neal Mohan Replaces Susan Kishan Reddy launched: Best Tourism Village
Wojcicki as Youtube’s New CEO Competition Portal; Global Tourism Investor
Indians spent record Ten Billion dollar on travel Summit 2023 portal & Rural Tourism Portal
abroad in April to December" last year, more than Lancet: Immunity acquired from Covid infection
any full financuial year. provides protection against most severe outcomes
India-Uzbekistan biennial military training Exercise of illness.
DUSTLIK 2023 to begin in Uttarakhand. Madhya Pradesh Cabinet brings new liquor policy,
India-Uzbekistan biennial military training Exercise orders closure all bars.
DUSTLIK 2023 begins in Uttarakhand. Manipur hosts B20 Conference for delegates from
INDO JAPAN JOINT TRAINING EXERCISE 23 nations in Imphal
“DHARMA GUARDIAN” TO COMMENCE AT Manipur students’ 5-day exposure tour to
CAMP IMAZU IN SHIGA PROVINCE, JAPAN Maharashtra flagged off
Indore hosted 1st Agriculture Deputies Meeting of Mastercard & ACCESS announce FPO
AWG under India’s G20 Presidency empowerment programmes in Assam
Indore’s Solar Plant Project funded by Rs 720 crore MEA launched ‘mPassport Police App’ to Fast
through Green Bonds Track Passport Verification Process
INDO-UZBEKISTAN JOINT MILITARY Meticulous planning, exhaustive reviews, CAPF in
EXERCISE 'DUSTLIK ' COMMENCES AT all PSs help in ensuring largely violence-free, fair,
PITHORAGARH (UTTARAKHAND) accessible and inclusive elections to Tripura
INS NIREEKSHAK AWARDED ON-THE-SPOT Assembly, 2023
CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF UNIT Ministry of Textiles’ flagship event ‘Technotex
CITATION FOR DEEP SEA DIVING & 2023: Envisioning Indian Technical Textiles@
UNDERTAKING SALVAGE OPS UNDER THE 2047’, to be held from 22nd to 24th February 2023
MOST CHALLENGING CIRCUMSTANCES in Mumbai
INS Sumedha Visits Abu Dhabi To Participate In MOC clears financial assistance towards foreign
IDEX And NAVDEX 23 training and competitions for multiple athletes
International Childhood Cancer Day 2023 – More than 18 lakh new workers added under ESI
February 15 Scheme in the month of December 2022
International Union of Railways and Railway More than 46,000 people have been killed in the
Protection Force come together to organize 18th earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria
World Security Congress MoS Jitendra Singh launches Capacity Building
ISRO says that the ‘Chandrayaan-3’ lander has Programme for Senior Scientists
successfully underwent the key test on functioning MoYAS, NIPER Hyderabad and FSSAI Signed
of satellite in space Tripartite MoU to Address Doping Problem in
J&K Govt Approves Rs 30.40 cr ‘Sensor-based Sports
Smart Agriculture’ Project Nari Shakti’: Indian Navy’s all-women car
January 2023: India’s WPI inflation eases to 2-year expedition sets off from NWM to cover 2,300 km
low of 4.73%; CPI inflation rises to 3-month high over 12 Days
at 6.52% National level Hackathon ‘KAVACH-2023’
Japan’s space agency aborts launch of next- launched to advance India’s cyber-preparedness.
generation H3 rocket after engines Nepal celebrated Democracy Day on February 19.
Joint Military Exercise DUSTLIK between India Nepal plane crash: Human error suspected behind
and Uzbekistan Army commences in Pithoragarh, the mishap.
Uttarakhand. NMDC signs Collaborative Research Agreement
Justice Sanjaya Kumar Mishra has been appointed with CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar
as the Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court. NMDC Wins Five Awards at the Governance Now
Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai Presented 9th PSU Awards
Revenue Surplus Budget with Outlay of Rs 3 lakh North India's first Nuclear Plant is coming up in
crore Haryana in the town of Gorakhpur, which is about
Khelo India Winter Games 2023 held in Gulmarg 150 km north of the national capital of New Delh,
in J&K; J&K Tops Medal Tally with 76 medals says Dr. Jitendra Singh
Khelo India Women’s Weightlifting and Cycling North Korea confirms ICBM test, warns of more
events to take place this month powerful steps against rival’’.

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North Korea confirms test of Hwasong-15 PM extends best wishes to people of Arunachal
intercontinental ballistic missile Pradesh on their Statehood Day
Northern India’s first nuclear plant to come up in PM GatiShakti Regional Workshop for Central and
Haryana’s Gorakhpur Western Zone Held in Goa
NSDC & HDFC Life Collaborate to Boost PM GatiShakti Regional Workshop for Western
Entrepreneurial Skills Among Youth in Insurance and Central Zone held in Goa
Sector PM greets people of Mizoram on their Statehood
NSE & CME Group inks pact for Rupee- Day
Denominated WTI Crude Oil and Natural Gas PM greets people on Maha Shivratri
Contracts PM hails efforts to make Atmanirbhar Bharat in
OECD STRI Index: India Ranked 47; Japan and energy sector
UK gained 1st two Spots PM hails landmark of 10 crore tele-consultations on
One Year of India-UAE Comprehensive Economic eSanjeevani app
Partnership Agreement commemorated at Dubai. PM inaugurates Aadi Mahotsav at Major Dhyan
Oversight Committee clears contingent of 27 Chand National Stadium in Delhi
wrestlers to participate in 2nd Ranking Series PM inaugurates Aadi Mahotsav at Major Dhyan
P.V. Sindhu and H.S. Prannoy won singles matches Chand National Stadium in Delhi
as India beat Malaysia and entered quarterfinals of PM interacts with NDRF personnel involved in
Asia mixed team badminton championships. ‘Operation Dost’ in Türkiye and Syria
Pakistan government introduces bill to raise Rs 170 PM lauds the efforts for preserving the Sparrows
billion in taxes PM Modi to virtually inaugurate Jal Jan Abhiyan in
Pakistani cricketer Kamran Akmal announces Sirohi district of Rajasthan
Retirement from All Forms of Cricket PM pays homage to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on
Paytm Payments Bank becomes the first in India to his Jayanti
launch UPI LITE feature PM praises the passion of a traveller for travel and
Paytm Payments Bank enables UPI LITE to pride towards Vande Bharat
promote small value transactions PM shares pictures of Kashi on Maha Shivratri
PFRDA introduces T+2 settlement for partial PM to address Economic Times Global Business
withdrawal for NPS subscribers; from the earlier Summit on 17th February
T+4 settlement. PM welcomes new batch of 12 cheetahs in Kuno
Philips Domestic Appliances globally renamed as National Park
Versuni PM’s address at Economic Times Global Business
PM addresses Economic Times Global Business Summit 2023 in New Delhi
Summit in Delhi PM’s address at Uttarakhand Rozgar Mela
PM addresses Gorakhpur Saanasad Khel PM’s speech at inauguration of "Aadi Mahotsav" at
Mahakumbh via video conferencing Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New
PM addresses launch of ‘Jal-Jan Abhiyan’ via video Delhi
message PM’s video message at Gorakhpur Saanasad Khel
PM addresses Uttarakhand Rozgar Mela via video Mahakumbh
message PM’s video message at launch of ‘Jal-Jan Abhiyan’
PM attends Chintan Shivir organized by DoPT by Brahma Kumaris
PM Compliments staff at Bandipur Tiger Reserve PMC & TGBL partners to set up India’s 1st Solid
for saving electrocuted elephant Waste to Hydrogen plant in Pune
PM condoles demise of noted Yakshagana PM's interaction with NDRF personnel involved in
playback singer, Shri Balipa Narayana Bhagawatha ‘Operation Dost’ in Türkiye and Syria
PM condoles the passing away of former Governor, Politics must unify people to build a better society:
Shri OP Kohli Shri Sarbananda Sonowal
PM condoles untimely demise of Shri Nandamuri President Droupadi Murmu has said that the North
Taraka Ratna Eastern states are playing a crucial role in giving a
PM congratulates to the people of Rewa, Madhya new direction to the development of the nation. The
Pradesh for the upcoming airport President said this while attending the 37th
PM congratulates Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva statehood day celebration of Arunachal Pradesh
Puraskar awardees in Itanagar.
PM expresses happiness over change in the lives of The President said that in the age of technology we
the people of Neerasagar due to Jal Jeevan Mission should move forward keeping in mind the idea of
technology for social justice.

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The President said that development of any society President of India to visit Arunachal Pradesh from
cannot be inclusive without the development of February 20 to 21
women. President of India to visit Tamil Nadu from
The President earlier laid foundation stones of two February 18 to 19
infrastructure projects including the 40 Km Double Prime minister Modi urged government employees
Lane Road between Donyi Polo Airport & to break silos and "Redress grievances with human
Naharlagun Railway Station. She also launched touch."
two animation films on Indigenous Folk Stories Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Singapore
from Arunachal Pradesh. counterpart, Lee Hsien Loong will witness the
The President is on a two-day visit to the state. She launch of cross-border connectivity between the
will address the Members of the State Legislative Unified Payments Interface of India and
Assembly during a Special Session of the House in PayNow of Singapore through video conferencing.
the Assembly Hall ow. The launch will be done by RBI Governor
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurates Shaktikanta Das and Ravi Menon, Managing
International Engineering and Technology Fair Director, Monetary Authority of Singapore. The
2023 linkage of these two payment systems will enable
President Droupadi Murmu says development of residents of both countries in faster and cost-
any society cannot be inclusive without efficient transfer of cross-border remittances.
development of women; Attends 37th Statehood Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India's
day of Arunachal Pradesh in Itanagar. quick response to the earthquake hit Turkiye and
President Droupadi Murmu to embark on a two-day Syria has attracted attention of the whole
visit to Arunachal Pradesh; To grace Statehood Day world. The Prime Minister said that it is a
celebrations. reflection of the preparedness of the country's
President Droupadi Murmu will be on a two-day rescue and relief teams. Mr Modi was interacting
visit to Arunachal Pradesh. The President will with personnel involved under Operation Dost in
grace the 37th Statehood Day celebrations of Türkiye and Syria. Mr Modi said that India
Arunachal Pradesh and attend a civic reception to recognises the whole world as one family as
be hosted in her honour by the State Government at Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' is its culture.
Itanagar. She will address a special session of the During the interaction, Prime Minister Modi termed
Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly. the efforts of the entire team involved in rescue
President Joe Biden made a surprise visit to the and relief measures under Operation Dost
Ukrainian capital Kyiv, his first visit to Ukraine as exemplary.
since its conflict with Russia began almost a year The PM added that Operation Dost is an example of
ago. His visit was shrouded in secrecy until. India’s dedication to humanity and its commitment
President Biden met his Ukrainian counterpart to stand by nations in distress. He stated that India
Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv. He also met the First has always been the first responder to any calamity
Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska. In a joint in any part of the world.
media briefing, alongside his Ukrainian counterpart Prime Minister Narendra Modi says Operation Dost
from St Michael's Golden-Domed Cathedral in in Turkiye and Syria is an example of Vasudhaiva
central Kyiv, the US President commended Kutumbakam; Interacts with NDRF personnel
Ukraine's courage during the conflict with Russia. involved in rescue operation.
Earlier, the US President said, Washington will Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the
provide Kyiv with a new military aid package mega National Tribal Festival – Aadi Mahotsav.
worth 500 million dollars that would be announced. Prime Ministers of India and Singapore to witness
Ahead of a press conference, President Biden held the launch of Real-time Payment Systems Linkage
talks with President Zelensky between the two countries on 21st February
President of India graces Mahashivaratri Qatar lifts ban on frozen seafood from India
celebrations at Isha Yoga Center Coimbatore Qatar lifts its temporary ban on the import of frozen
PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES THE 37TH seafood from India.
STATEHOOD DAY CELEBRATIONS OF Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav being held at Azad
ARUNACHAL PRADESH AND ATTENDS Maidan in Mumbai celebrates the spirit of ‘Ek
CIVIC RECEPTION HOSTED IN HER HONOUR Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’
BY THE GOVERNMENT OF ARUNACHAL RBI Appointed Vikramaditya Singh Khichi as a
PRADESH Member of the Advisory Committee on RCL
President of India inaugurates International RBI Granted in-principle Approval to 32 Existing
Engineering and Technology Fair 2023 PAs, 19 New PAs to Operate as Online PA

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RBI introduced FCRA related Transaction Code in Season's first heatwave alert issued already, for
NEFT, RTGS Systems Kutch, Konkan regions."
RBI issues draft guidelines for minimum capital SEBI Introduces IOD for filing IPO papers in
requirements for market risk XBRL format
RBI Issues Final Guidelines On Interest Rate Risk SemiconIndia Conference’of Electronics
in Banking Book Manufacturing Supply Chain Ecosystem’ was
Recommendations of 49th GST Council Meeting inaugurated.
Renault-Nissan Alliance to Invest Rs. 5,300 Crore Several irregularities found during survey at BBC:
Over 5 Years, Signs MoU with TN Govt I-T department.
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announces 2nd global Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit
hackathon- HARBINGER 2023. Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates ‘SemiconIndia
Resolution introduced in US Senate that reaffirms Conference of Electronics Manufacturing Supply
Arunachal Pradesh as an integral part of India Chain Ecosystem’
RINL celebrates 41st Formation Day with Tree Shri Bhupender Yadav announces a financial
plantation drive and other programs assistance model through CPCB for capital subsidy
SAI, Pritam Siwach teams win big on opening day for setting up of pelleting or briquetting plants for
of 2nd Khelo India women's hockey league U-21 different ex-situ projects
Saurashtra defeated Bengal by 9 wickets at Eden Shri Bhupender Yadav announces setting up of new
Gardens in Kolkata to lift the Ranji Trophy title Hospitals at Belagavi (Karnataka), Shamshabad
for the second time in their history. Bengal, who (Telangana), Baramati (Maharashtra), Kishangarh,
resumed their second innings at the overnight score Ajmer (Rajasthan), Balasore (Odisha), Kurnool
of 169 for 4, were bundled out for 241, handing (Andhra Pradesh) and Greater N...
Saurashtra a mere 12 runs target to win the final. Shri Bhupender Yadav announces the translocation
The visitors overhauled the target, scoring 14 for of twelve Cheetahs from South Africa to India
the loss of one wicket in 2.4 overs. Shri Bhupender Yadav inaugurates New Building
Saurashtra lift Ranji Trophy title, thrashing Bengal of Directorate Insurance Medical Services at
by nine wickets in Kolkata. Panchkula ,lays Foundation Stone of three doctors
Saurashtra lifts Ranji Trophy title after defeating ESI Dispensaries at Rai and Barhi, Haryana
Bengal by 9 wickets. Shri Bhupender Yadav releases Twelve cheetahs
SBI launched new term deposit scheme Amrit from South Africa at Kuno National Park
Kalash with 7.6% interest rate for Senior Citizens Shri Dharmendra Pradhan launches Learning -
Scientists discovered a New Beetle Species Teaching Material for Foundational Stage as
‘Omorgus Khandesh’ in India envisaged under National Education Policy 2020
Scientists have reported that the Antarctic Ocean Shri G. Kishan Reddy launches ‘Best Tourism
area covered by ice has shrunk to a record low. It Village Competition Portal’, Global Tourism
exposes the thicker ice shelves buttressing Investor Summit 2023 Portal and Rural Tourism
Antarctica's ground ice sheet to waves and warmer Portal in New Delhi today
temperatures. Shri G. Kishan Reddy presents Ustad Bismillah
The National Snow and Ice Data Center in the Khan Yuva Puraskar 2019, 2020 and 2021 to102
United States said Antarctica's sea ice fell to 1.91 artists (including three joint awards) of India who
million square kilometres this week, the lowest have made a mark as young talents in their
extent since records began in 1979. respective fields of performing ar...
The previous all-time low was set last year. Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla, Chief Coordinator G-
Scientists have reported that the Antarctic Ocean 20 calls upon the civil servants to focus on
area covered by ice has shrunk to a record low due improving the lives of people
to warmer temperatures. The National Snow and Shri Nitin Gadkari lays Foundation Stone of the
Ice Data Center in the United States said world's largest and unique Divyang Park -
Antarctica's sea ice fell to 1.91 million square Anubhuti Inclusive Park in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
kilometres this week, the lowest extent since Shri Parshottam Rupala launches Sagar Parikrama
records began in 1979. Phase-III from Hazira Port in Gujarat
The Antarctic cycle undergoes significant annual South Africa commences joint military exercise
variations during its summers of thawing and with Russia-China.
winters of freezing. Melting of the sea ice is South Africa Translocates 12 Cheetah to India in a
problematic because it helps accelerate global Cooperation Agreement on 17 February 2023
warming. South Korea has said that a North Korean food
Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon resigns crisis appears to be worsening.

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Spain Parliament passes a new law allowing gender The Campaigning has intensified for Assembly
self-determination elections in Nagaland. The state will go to polls
Stage II of GRAP invoked to avoid further on 27the February. Leaders and star campaigners
deterioration of air quality in Delhi NCR of different political parties are aggressively
Steel Minister emphasises the importance of campaigning for their party candidates. A galaxy of
adopting new and innovative technologies as well BJP central leaders are arriving to attend different
as increased teamwork in order to accelerate the rallies across Nagaland.
steel sector. The first G20 meeting of Finance Ministers and
Students and youth should contribute to make Central Bank Governors under the Indian
Agriculture more remunerative and make villages Presidency will be held from 24th of February in
more prosperous – Shri Tomar Bengaluru, Karnataka. Secretary in Department of
Study: Underwater noise emissions pose threat to Economic Affairs in the Finance Ministry, Ajay
marine life’ Seth said, the two-day meeting will witness the
Supreme Court rejects government’s sealed cover participation of Finance Ministers and Central Bank
suggestions in Adani case Governors of the G20 members, invitee members
Supreme Court to set up panel on investor and heads of International Organisations. Seventy
protection regime. two delegations will attend the meeting.
Tata Steel completes 1st Multi-Modal Shipment of The government of Bangladesh has announced its
TMT Bars from West Bengal to Tripura plans to procure 300 electric double-decker air-
Tata Steel signs MoU with CBRI for Sustainable conditioned buses from India. Bangladesh is among
Mining Solutions the most climate vulnerable countries in the world.
The 12th World Hindi Conference concluded this The country has been taking several steps to reduce
morning in Nadi, Fiji. carbon emission and protect the environment in line
The 49th meeting of the GST Council will be held with its national goals and international
in New Delhi, to be chaired by Finance Minister. commitments.
The 4th edition of joint military exercise Bangladesh announced plans for procurement of
‘DUSTLIK’ between the Indian Army and electric buses from India. Bangladesh Road
Uzbekistan Army commenced in Pithoragarh Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader in
Uttarakhand. The Defence Ministry said, 45 a meeting with India’s deputy High Commissioner
Soldiers each from Uzbekistan and Indian Army are in Bangladesh Dr. Binoy George announced that
participating in this exercise. The exercise is aimed Bangladesh will procure 300 double decker electric
at promoting positive relations between both the AC buses from India. The minister also requested
armies. The Indian Army contingent comprises India to initially deliver 100 electric buses within
troops from an Infantry Battalion from the Garhwal this year for Dhaka and Chattogram cities. The
Rifles Regiment. government of Bangladesh is working on the policy
The 14 day long joint exercise will focus on joint for electric motor vehicle registration and
counter-terrorist operations in mountainous and operation. It is expected to be sent for Cabinet
semi-urban scenario under UN mandate. approval this month.
The 4th edition of joint military exercise, ‘EX The Indian Embassy in Beijing and consulates in
DHARMA GUARDIAN’, between India and Japan Guangzhou and Shanghai are celebrating
begins. International Year of Millets (IYOM) 2023 with
The BCCI has announced the squads for the great enthusiasm. As part of IYOM 2023
remaining two Test matches and the three match celebrations, the Indian Embassy in Beijing
ODI series against Australia. The test squad collaborated with Indian restaurants - ‘Taj
remained the same, except for one little change. Pavilion’ and ‘Dastaan’ to launch a millet food
The BCCI has sacked KL Rahul as the vice- week. The food week got underway to a wonderful
captain of the Test team following his below-par start as both the Indian restaurants displayed their
run over past one year. culinary skill through innovative millet dishes. The
The BCCI has not named any vice-captain for the menu was a full millet course in both the
last Two Test matches. Indian pacer Jasprit restaurants and the response from the old and new
Bumrah, who was doubtful for the Test series customers both was extremely encouraging.
against Australia, has not been named in the Indian On the occasion, both Beijing restaurants in
squad for the third and fourth matches of the high- collaboration with the embassy displayed
profile Border-Gavaskar Trophy. information on International Year of Millets in the
The birth centenary celebrations of freedom fighter form of standees, millet competition posters etc. A
and founder of ‘Lokmat’ Shri Jawaharlal Ji Darda variety of millets samples were also displayed at

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the restaurants. UDIAI launches new AI/ML Chatbot “Aadhaar
Indian Embassy in Beijing has lined up several Mitra” to Address Aadhaar-Related Queries
events for the promotion of IYOM 2023 which Union Agriculture Minister chairs the National
includes a round table discussion on the Conference on Agriculture for Zaid Campaign-
International Year of Millets 2023 with the 2023
participation of Food and Agriculture Organization Union Cabinet Approvals: February 15, 2023
Representative to China among other dignitaries. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will
The last team of National Disaster Response attend a post budget discussion in Jaipur,
Force, NDRF has returned to India after Rajasthan. During the meeting, Ms. Sitharaman will
completing the rescue operation in earthquake hit interact with various stakeholders. She will also
Turkiye under Operation Dost. External Affairs address a press conference.
Ministry Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi in a tweet Union Health Minister, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya
said three teams of NDRF personnel and dog hails the “eSanjeevani” landmark milestone of
squads extended assistance to the earthquake providing telemedicine services to more than 10
affected Türkiye. The teams executed search, Crore patients
rescue and relief operations including life detection Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation,
in 35 worksites of Nurdağı and Antakya of Turkiye. Shri Amit Shah attends the 76th Raising Day
The last team of National Disaster Response celebrations of Delhi Police as Chief Guest in New
Force, NDRF has returned to India after Delhi today
completing the rescue operation in earthquake-hit Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation,
Turkiye under Operation Dost. External Affairs Shri Amit Shah attended the valedictory function of
Ministry Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi in a tweet the two-day Cooperative Maha Conclave organized
said, three teams of NDRF personnel and dog by Dainik Sakal Group as the Chief Guest at Pune,
squads extended assistance to earthquake affected Maharashtra today
Nurdağı and Antakya regions of Türkiye. Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation,
The rich culture of Himachal will reach to every Shri Amit Shah attended the birth centenary
nook and corner of the world through Doordarshan celebrations of freedom fighter and founder of
: Anurag Thakur 'Lokmat' Shri Jawaharlal Ji Darda and completion
The Tourism Ministry will organise 1st Global of 50 years of 'Lokmat Nagpur E...
Tourism Investors’ Summit from the 17th to 19th Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation,
of May. Shri Amit Shah inaugurated the first phase of 'Shiv
There is a need to provide quality education to all Srishti' theme park based on the life of Shivaji
in rural areas, says Union Minister Shri Maharaj, at Pune, Maharashtra today
Dharmendra Pradhan Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh proposes
Third phase of Sagar Parikrama aimed to resolve "PPP+PPP" model in collaborations for sustainable
fishermen issues to begin in Gujarat. StarUps; Underscores the importance of taking up
Three-day National Workshop on Localization of programs that engage the industry upward
(LSDGs) in Panchayats begins in Bhubaneswar Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh says, world is
tomorrow celebrating India’s business today and is
Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman Shoichiro acknowledging that this is the golden era of India
Toyoda Passed Away under Prime Minister Narendra Modi
TRAI issues Directions to Access Providers to stop Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launches training
misuse of Headers and Message Templates, and to programme for Science Administrators in
curb unauthorized promotions using Telecom Hyderabad; Also launches iGOT Modules
Resources Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh says, civil
TRAI releases its recommendations on ‘Rating of servants’ capacity building to involve latest
Buildings or Areas for Digital Connectivity’ Geospatial technology
TRAI reviews quality of Telecom Services with Union Minister for Labour & Employment and
Telecom Service Providers Environment, Forest & Climate Change Bhupender
Twelve cheetahs from South Africa to arrive at Yadav visits Vulture Conservation and Breeding
Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. Centre , Pinjore
Two-day Global Tech Summit to begin in Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium
Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Enterprises Narayan Rane inaugurated the
UAE and India launch the UAE Chapter of the National Seminar cum Exhibition on “Scope for
Business Council to Boost Bilateral Trade & Growth and Development of MSMEs” in
Investment. Kankavali, in Sindhudurg, Maharashtra.

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Mr Rane appealed to youths to become job givers the issues of the fishermen community. The three-
rather than job seekers. He said, with active day journey will culminate in Mumbai. The main
participation from all stakeholders, the MSME objectives of Sagar Parikrama are to disseminate
Sector can become vibrant and the engine of information of various fisheries related schemes
growth for Indian economy. and programs being implemented by the
Union Minister for Rural Development, Shri Giriraj government, promoting responsible fisheries,
Singh today asserted that the target of Prime protecting marine ecosystems, and demonstrating
Minister Narendra Modi to have 10 Crore SHG solidarity with all fisher folk and concerned
members will be achieved by 2024 stakeholders.
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy Presented Ustad The Union Minister said, Sagar Parikrama is a
Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar 2019, 2020 and platform to establish direct communication with all
2021 to102 Artists of India the stakeholders of the fisheries sector. He said,
Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers considering the importance of fisheries sector in
Welfare Narendra Singh Tomar has said that the rural and marine economy, the government has
government is constantly working for the accorded top priority for the development of the
betterment of the agriculture sector. He asked the fisheries sector. He said, the exports of the
students and youth to contribute to make agriculture fisheries and allied sector have increased to 57
more profitable and make villages more prosperous. thousand crore rupees.
The Minister was addressing the fourth convocation Union Minister of Rural Development &
ceremony of Post Graduate Diploma in Agri Panchayati Raj, Shri Giriraj Singh says the Ministry
Business Management of Chaudhary Charan Singh is exploring the idea of creating a Women SHG
National Institute of Agricultural Marketing in (Self Help Group) Bank to fund the innovative
Jaipur. ideas and products of Didis to financ...
Mr. Tomar said that the government has Union Minister of Rural Development &
continuously encouraged startups. In the year 2014, Panchayati Raj, Shri Giriraj Singh challenges
there were overall 32 startups, which have now Senior Congress leader Shri Rahul Gandhi to
increased to more than 10,000. He said, the debate on MGNREGA, both in terms of fund
number of startups in the agriculture sector alone allocations and Assets Creations during the 2004-
has now crossed two thousand. 14...
The Minister said that due to the untiring hard work Union Minister Parshottam Rupala unveils third
of scientists and farmers and farmer-friendly phase of Sagar Parikrama from Hazira Port in
policies of the government, unprecedented progress Gujarat, aimed at resolving fishermen's issues.
has been made in the agriculture sector. He said, the Union Minister Piyush Goyal asks entrepreneurs to
world has a lot of expectations regarding food focus on world class quality for success
grains from India, which it is fulfilling and will Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
continue to do in the future. On this occasion, the organizes NOTTO Scientific Dialogue 2023
Minister also inaugurated the Agri Innovation and Unique non-cytotoxic nanocomposite coatings
Incubation Centre. developed to prevent post-surgical infections
Union Minister of Finance Nirmala Sitharaman will US plans new Russia export controls and sanctions
attend a post-budget discussion in Jaipur. During on key industries.
the meeting, she will interact with various US President Joe Biden makes a surprise trip to
stakeholders, including representatives of industry Kyiv, Ukraine.
associations, MSME bodies, startups and bankers. Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar 2019, 2020
She will also address a press conference. and 2021 have been awarded to102 artists.
The Finance Minister started this special outreach Velocity launches India’s first ChatGPT-powered
programme from Mumbai on 4th February. She AI chatbot ‘Lexi’
held post-Budget discussions with various Vice President arrives in Gujarat and attends Rann
stakeholders in Hyderabad and Bhubaneswar and Utsav,
other cities. The objective of this outreach Vice President arrives in Gujarat on two-day tour;
programme is to gather feedback from the industry attends Rann Utsav today
and other stakeholders on Budget provisions and VISIT OF JAPANESE NAVAL SHIPS TO
their implementation. KOCHI
Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry WB Finance Minister Presents Rs. 3,39,162 Crore
and Dairying Parshottam Rupala launched the third Budget for 2023-2024
phase of Sagar Parikrama from Hazira port in We will spare no efforts to make life easier for the
Surat, Gujarat. The initiative is aimed at addressing people of Ladakh: PM

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WEO Update: IMF Projects India’s Growth in 2023
at 6.1%; Global growth in 2023 at 2.9%
West Bengal state government announces its state
budget for the year 2023-24; broadens welfare
schemes.
With Nagaland also set to go to polls on February
27, several political leaders and star campaigners of
different parties are aggressively campaigning for
their partys' candidates. A galaxy of leaders are
reaching the state to address rallies. Senior BJP
leader and Union Home Minister Amit Shah
addressed a public rally. Assam Chief Minister
Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed several election
rallies in the State. Nagaland Congress chief K.
Therie addressed a public meeting in Dimapur.
Women’s T20 World Cup: India beat West Indies
by 6 wickets.
World Bank Report: COVID-19 Damaged
Cognitive Development, Lifetime Earnings of an
Entire Generation
World Pangolin Day : Over 1,000 pangolins
poached and trafficked in India in past five years
World’s highest weather station rebuilt on Mount
Everest

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