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Fri, 07 Feb 2025
MoSPI marks 75th anniversary of the National Sample Survey at Vigyan Bhawan
Minister of State Rao Inderjit Singh inaugurated the national event marking 75 years of the National Sample Survey at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on 7 February 2025.
Aadhaar records over 284 crore authentication transactions in January 2025
Aadhaar holders carried out more than 284 crore authentication transactions in January 2025, a rise of over 32% from January 2024, the Ministry of Electronics and IT said on 7 February 2025.
Indian researchers develop technique to study charging-up in GEM detectors for FAIR's CBM experiment
Researchers developed a technique using a radioactive source to study radiation effects on Gas Electron Multiplier (GEM) detectors, the Ministry of Science and Technology said on 7 February 2025, a step for India's role in the FAIR project in Germany.
Thu, 06 Feb 2025
TRAI issues recommendations on revision of the National Numbering Plan
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India issued recommendations on 'Revision of National Numbering Plan' on 6 February 2025, including a 10-digit closed numbering scheme for fixed lines based on Licensed Service Areas.
Public Sector Banks post record ₹1.29 lakh crore net profit in April–December 2024
Public Sector Banks reported their highest-ever aggregate net profit of ₹1,29,426 crore in April–December of FY 2024-25, up 31.3% year-on-year, the Finance Ministry said on 6 February 2025.
Rajnath Singh and US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth agree to draft 2025–2035 defence framework
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held his first phone call with new US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on 6 February 2025; the two sides agreed to draft a framework for defence cooperation for 2025–2035.
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin inaugurates Tata Power's 4.3 GW solar cell and module plant in Tirunelveli
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurated TP Solar's 4.3 GW solar cell and module manufacturing plant, built for ₹3,800 crore, at Gangaikondan SIPCOT in Tirunelveli district on 6 February 2025.
EPFO settles over 5 crore claims in a year for the first time
Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced on 6 February 2025 that EPFO had settled over 5.08 crore claims worth ₹2,05,932 crore in FY 2024-25, crossing 5 crore for the first time.
Defence Ministry signs ₹10,147 crore contracts for Pinaka rockets
The Ministry of Defence on 6 February 2025 signed contracts worth ₹10,147 crore with Economic Explosives Ltd and Munitions India Ltd for Pinaka rockets, and a SHAKTI software upgrade contract with BEL.
India and Spain hold 5th defence Joint Working Group meeting in New Delhi
The 5th Joint Working Group meeting between the Defence Ministries of India and Spain was held in New Delhi on 6 February 2025, with a focus on technology and armament production.
S.N. Bose Centre scientists develop hybrid material for brain-like artificial synapses
Scientists from the S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences and NITTTR developed a hybrid memristor material that mimics biological synapses, the Ministry of Science and Technology said on 6 February 2025.
C-DAC Noida signs Letter of Intent with LEGO Group's Creative Play Lab for electronic toys
C-DAC Noida, a research organisation under MeitY, signed a Letter of Intent with Creative Play Lab of the LEGO Group on 6 February 2025 to boost India's electronic toy ecosystem.
e-NAM adds 10 new commodities, taking the total to 231
The Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare said on 6 February 2025 that tradable parameters for 10 more commodities had been added to the e-NAM platform, raising the total to 231.
India beat England by four wickets in first ODI at Nagpur; Shubman Gill scores 87
India beat England by four wickets in the first ODI at the VCA Stadium, Nagpur, on 6 February 2025, with Shubman Gill named Player of the Match for his 87.
Jayant Chaudhary inaugurates NSDC International Academy at Greater Noida
Skill Development Minister Jayant Chaudhary inaugurated the NSDC International Academy at Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, on 6 February 2025 to train youth for jobs abroad.
Ministry of Ayush launches 'Shatavari – For Better Health' campaign
Ayush Minister Prataprao Jadhav launched 'Shatavari – For Better Health', a nationwide species-specific campaign of the National Medicinal Plants Board, on 6 February 2025.
Wed, 05 Feb 2025
Delhi votes in single-phase Assembly election; final polling-station turnout 60.54%
Delhi voted for its 70-member Assembly in a single phase on 5 February 2025; the final polling-station turnout released by the Chief Electoral Officer, Delhi, was 60.54%.
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approves Inland Waterways Authority to boost water transport and tourism
The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath approved the formation of the Uttar Pradesh Inland Waterways Authority on 5 February 2025 to develop water transport and tourism.
Odisha launches 'Bikashita Gaon, Bikashita Odisha' rural infrastructure scheme with ₹5,000 crore
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the 'Bikashita Gaon, Bikashita Odisha' rural development scheme at Jankia in Khordha district on 5 February 2025, with ₹5,000 crore over five years.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan launches nationwide 'Watershed Yatra' under WDC-PMKSY 2.0
Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the national mass outreach campaign 'Watershed Yatra' under the Watershed Development Component of PMKSY on 5 February 2025.
US military aircraft carrying 104 deported Indians lands in Amritsar
A US Air Force C-17 aircraft carrying 104 Indian nationals deported from the United States landed at Amritsar airport in Punjab on 5 February 2025, the first US military deportation flight to India.
Tripura government hands appointment letters to 2,807 youths; Amit Shah addresses event
The Tripura government led by Chief Minister Manik Saha distributed government appointment letters to 2,807 youths on 5 February 2025, at an event addressed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah via video conference.
Amit Shah reviews Jammu and Kashmir security, sets goal of 'zero infiltration'
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level review of the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir in New Delhi on 5 February 2025 and directed agencies to pursue 'zero infiltration'.
PM Narendra Modi takes holy dip at the Sangam during Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj and took a holy dip at the Sangam on 5 February 2025.
Assam Cabinet approves urban water bodies rules and five-year licences for fair price shops
The Assam Cabinet on 5 February 2025 approved rules to preserve urban water bodies, extended the licence renewal period of fair price shops to five years and approved a portal for 25% RTE seats in private schools.
Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurates North East Investment Roadshow in Chennai
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurated the North East Trade and Investment Roadshow hosted by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region in Chennai on 5 February 2025.
Tue, 04 Feb 2025
Late Chaman Arora gets Sahitya Akademi Award 2024 in Dogri for 'Ik Hor Ashwthama'
On 4 February 2025, in New Delhi, Sahitya Akademi President Madhav Kaushik approved the Sahitya Akademi Award 2024 in Dogri for 'Ik Hor Ashwthama', a short-story collection by the late Chaman Arora.
CDS Gen Anil Chauhan inaugurates sailors' housing and main power sub-station at Naval Base Karwar under Project Seabird
Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan inaugurated residential accommodation for senior sailors and the Main Distribution Sub Station at Naval Base Karwar on 4 February 2025, as part of Phase IIA of Project Seabird.
India's fruit and vegetable export volume up 47.3% between 2019-20 and 2023-24; exports reach 123 countries
On 4 February 2025, in New Delhi, the Commerce Ministry said the volume of India's fruit and vegetable exports grew 47.3% between 2019-20 and 2023-24, helped by APEDA's financial assistance schemes.
India is world's 2nd largest mobile manufacturer; 99.2% of phones sold in India now made locally
On 4 February 2025, in New Delhi, Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said India has become the world's second-largest mobile manufacturing country, with over 300 units against 2 in 2014.