Page-29 of Current Affairs - February, 2025

UK-EU Relations Post-Brexit

February 4, 2025

Recently, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is making progress in reshaping the relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union. His recent visit to Brussels marks the first time a British prime minister has engaged with EU leaders ..

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NASA’s SPHEREx Telescope

February 4, 2025

NASA is on the brink of launching SPHEREx, a groundbreaking space telescope. Scheduled for launch no earlier than February 27, 2025, SPHEREx aims to provide a comprehensive view of the cosmos. With a budget of just $488 million, it promises ..

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OPEC+ Maintains Oil Output Policy Amid Global Tensions

February 4, 2025

OPEC+ has reaffirmed its strategy to gradually increase oil production starting from April 2025. This decision comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and fluctuating oil prices. The group has also opted to replace the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) with new ..

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Myanmar Junta Extends State of Emergency Ahead of Elections

February 4, 2025

The military junta in Myanmar has recently extended its state of emergency for an additional six months. This decision comes as the junta prepares for a long-promised election. The announcement was made during a meeting of the National Defense and ..

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Impact of US Withdrawal on WHO Budget

February 4, 2025

The World Health Organization (WHO) faces challenges following the United States’ decision to withdraw its funding. As the largest contributor, the US accounted for approximately 18% of the WHO’s overall budget. This withdrawal has prompted discussions among WHO member states ..

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Indian Rupee Hits All-Time Low

February 4, 2025

The Indian rupee recently fell to an unprecedented low of 87.29 against the US dollar. This decline occurred on February 3, 2025, amidst rising fears of a global trade war triggered by US tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and ..

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Rajasthan Anti-Conversion Bill 2025

February 4, 2025

The Rajasthan Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Bill, 2025 was introduced during the Budget Session of the state Assembly on February 3, 2025. The bill aims to address concerns over forced religious conversions in the state. Health Minister Gajendra ..

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Bharat Cancer Genome Atlas

February 4, 2025

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras recently launched the Bharat Cancer Genome Atlas (BCGA). This initiative aims to enhance cancer research in India. It addresses the under-representation of Indian genetic data in global cancer studies. The launch comes ahead of ..

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Eurasian Otters Resurface in Kashmir’s Gurez Valley

February 4, 2025

The resurgence of Eurasian otters in Kashmir’s Gurez Valley marks environmental development. Once thought nearly extinct in the region, these otters have been sighted again after decades. A recent video captured in January 2025 showcases otters actively hunting fish in ..

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SWAMIH Fund 2.0

February 4, 2025

The SWAMIH Fund 2.0 has been introduced to address the challenges in India’s real estate sector. The Union Finance Minister announced a budgetary provision of ₹15,000 crore to aid the completion of one lakh dwelling units. This move aims to ..

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