Stay updated Current Affairs Today Feb 15, 2025 on Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0, BEL & Safran Partner to Manufacture , and important updates!
1. Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0: Strengthening Cultural Bonds
The Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0 is being held from February 15-24, 2025, in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, celebrating Tamil-Kashi cultural ties.
Key Points:
- Aligns with NEP 2020 to integrate Indian Knowledge Systems with modern education.
- Honors Sage Agasthyar’s legacy under Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat.
- Strengthens Tamil-Kashi cultural connections.
Short Description: The event fosters cultural unity between Tamil Nadu and Kashi through education, heritage, and tradition.
2. BEL & Safran Partner to Manufacture HAMMER Weapon in India
BEL and Safran signed an MoU to co-produce HAMMER (Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range) in India.
Key Points:
- HAMMER is a precision-guided air-to-ground weapon.
- Compatible with Rafale and LCA Tejas fighter jets.
- Strengthens India’s defense sector under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Short Description: The partnership enhances India’s self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
3. NTPC Wins Forward Faster Sustainability Award 2025
NTPC won the Forward Faster Sustainability Award 2025 in the Water Resilience category.
Key Points:
- Recognized by UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI).
- Acknowledged for water conservation and sustainable water management.
- NTPC aims for 60 GW renewable energy by 2032.
Short Description: NTPC’s commitment to sustainable water management earns global recognition.
4. India Among Top 10 Most Affected by Extreme Weather Events
India ranked 6th in the world for extreme weather events from 1993-2023.
Key Points:
- $180 billion in economic losses, 80,000 fatalities reported.
- Major disasters: floods (1993, 1998, 2013) & heatwaves (2002, 2003, 2015).
- Global losses: $4.2 trillion, 765,000 fatalities.
Short Description: India remains highly vulnerable to extreme climate disasters, impacting lives and economy.
5. RBI Appoints Administrator for New India Cooperative Bank :Current Affairs Today Feb 15
RBI appointed Shreekant, ex-SBI CGM, as Administrator for New India Cooperative Bank.
Key Points:
- Bank’s Board suspended for 12 months due to liquidity issues.
- Committee of Advisors formed for daily operations.
- Eligible depositors insured up to ₹5 lakh.
Short Description: RBI steps in to manage liquidity issues at New India Cooperative Bank.
6. SEBI Launches MITRA to Help Investors Track Inactive MF Folios
SEBI introduced MITRA, a digital platform for tracking inactive mutual fund folios.
Key Points:
- Helps investors locate unclaimed or forgotten investments.
- Encourages KYC updates to prevent fraud.
- Developed by RTAs as an industry-wide solution.
Short Description: MITRA ensures transparency and ease in mutual fund investment tracking.
7. Saab & HAL Sign MoU for Laser Warning System LWS-310
Saab and HAL partnered to manufacture LWS-310, an advanced Electronic Warfare Laser Warning System.
Key Points:
- Enhances situational awareness and protects against laser-guided threats.
- Strengthens India’s defense electronics manufacturing.
- Developed under Make in India initiative.
Short Description: Saab-HAL collaboration boosts India’s electronic warfare capabilities.
8. Govt Approves Biolumpivaxin for Lumpy Skin Disease in Cattle
Biolumpivaxin, a vaccine for Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD), gets CDSCO approval
Key Points:
- Developed by Biovet (Bharat Biotech group).
- First DIVA marker vaccine for LSD in cattle.
- Ensures disease surveillance and differentiation between infected/vaccinated animals.
Short Description: India develops the world’s first LSD vaccine for cattle to boost animal health.
9. CIL Subsidiaries Sign MoUs for Life-Saving Surgeries
CCL & NCL signed MoUs with Sri Sathya Sai Health & Education Trust for congenital heart disease surgeries.
Key Points:
- Initiative under Nanha Sa Dil program.
- Focus on congenital heart defects in children.
- Boosts goodwill equity for Coal India Ltd.
Short Description: Coal India subsidiaries partner for free life-saving heart surgeries in children.
10. Ayushman Bharat Vay Vandana Scheme Launched in Puducherry
Puducherry launched the Ayushman Bharat Vay Vandana Scheme for senior citizens.
Key Points:
- Provides ₹5 lakh per year in free health insurance.
- Available for senior citizens aged 70 and above.
- Healthcare workers urged to spread awareness.
Short Description: Puducherry government introduces free health insurance for elderly citizens.
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