1. Vice President inaugurates 36th International Surajkund Fair in Faridabad
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated the 36th International Surajkund Fair in Faridabad . This time the theme of the fair is based on the eight states of North-East India . Special items from Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Sikkim will be seen in this fair which will run till February 19 . More than eleven hundred stalls have been set up in the fair. In which Pakistan, China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan Stalls from countries like District Information and Public Relations Officer, Rakesh Gautam said that tourists can enjoy the fair from 10.30 am to 8.00 pm. The entry fee for the fair has been kept at Rs 120 on normal days, while on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays people will have to pay Rs 180 for entry.
2. Four Indian-American lawmakers appointed as members of key US House committees
Four Indian-American lawmakers – Raja Krishnamurthy, Pramila Jaipal, Ami Bera and Ro Khanna – have been appointed as members of key committees of the US Congress . This is indicative of the growing influence of people of Indian origin in American politics. US Congressman Krishnamurthy has been appointed the ranking member of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the US and the Chinese Communist Party . Ro Khanna , another Indian-American lawmaker , has also been made a member of the new committee. Indian-American Congressman Pramila Jayapal has been named the ranking member of the Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement . Indian-American Congressman Ami Bera has been appointed a member of the US House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence for the 118th Congress .
3. For the first time a Prime Minister participated in the program of Krishnaguru Sevashram
Participating in Krishnaguru Eknam Akhand Kirtan for World Peace in Assam ‘s Barpeta via video conferencing, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the new announcements made in the recent Union Budget will greatly benefit Assam and the Northeast. He expressed hope that the proposed Ekta Mall would give a boost to the products of the artisans of Assam. Referring to Gamosha of Assam, Shri Modi said that the demand for Gamosha has increased in the country in the last 8-9 years. He also appreciated the role of women self-help groups involved in Gamosha production in Assam. For the first time a Prime Minister participated in the program of Krishnaguru Sevashram, Krishnaguru Eknam Akhand Kirtan has been organized in Krishnaguru Sevashram for one month from 6th January for world peace. Krishnaguru Sevashram was established in 1974 at Nasatra village in Barpeta district of Lower Assam .
4. Election Commission has prepared the song Main Bharat Hoon, Hum Bharat Ke Voter Hain to motivate the voters.
In view of the assembly elections in nine states this year , the Election Commission is making preparations to encourage more and more voters to cast their votes. The Election Commission has prepared the song Main Bharat Hoon, Hum Bharat Ke Voter Hain to motivate the voters. Filmmaker Subhash Ghai has written and composed this song. Many singers and actors from across the country have participated in it. The song appeals to voters to cast their vote and fulfill their constitutional duty.
5. PM Modi becomes world’s most popular leader with 78 percent approval rating
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the world’s most popular leader with an approval rating of 78 percent . This was revealed by the release of Global Leader Approval Ratings by Morning Consult , a US -based consulting company . Prime Minister Modi has left behind many leaders of the world in terms of popularity. These leaders include US President Joe Biden, French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
6. Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and University of Chicago’s Development Innovation Laboratory (DIL) signed MoU
The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (DA& FW) , under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare , Government of India, has partnered with the University of Chicago in New Delhi to explore opportunities for using innovation to improve food security, address climate change, and help farmers increase their income. has partnered with the Development Innovation Laboratory (DIL) of DIL has been founded by Nobel Laureate Dr. Michael Kramer, University Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago and co-recipient of the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel in 2019, representing the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Done by the University of Chicago Trust in India during
7. Goa Government launches ‘The Vision for All School Eye Health’ program
The Government of Goa has launched the Vision for All School Eye Health program in partnership with OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation and Prasad Nethralaya . The program is an extension of the current Vision for All Goa Eye Health Program. The Vision for All Goa eye health program started in February 2021 and its monthly camps have screened 50,000 citizens and provided free spectacles to 16,000 people. Vision 2000 for All School Eye Health will focus on training teachers on basic visual acuity tests for children in their respective schools, followed by detailed refraction by qualified professionals from Prasad Nethralaya. OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation is committed to providing 25,000 free eyeglasses to children with refractive errors.
8. Punjab’s Policy on Ground Water Utilization: Key Points
In June 2022, the Central Ground Water Board reported that Punjab’s groundwater (in the first 100 m reaches) would run out by 2029 . In 2039, the groundwater (in the 300 m reach) will run out . After this the Punjab Water Regulation and Development Authority notified the directions. Them Ground Water Extraction and Conservation Guidelines, 2023 where did it go. As per these directions, the Punjab government will levy a fee on individuals and firms who extract groundwater. The charges do not apply to people using groundwater for domestic purposes, agriculture, the military and other government bodies. Ground water has the ability to recharge. However, replenishment takes time. Punjab is divided into three zones based on the time of extraction and refilling. These are Green Zone, Yellow Zone and Orange Zone.
- Green Zone: The fee here ranges from Rs 4 to Rs 14. This means that the ground water gets recharged a bit quicker. However, continued extraction will hinder its replenishment and cause dryness.
- Yellow Zone: The fee here ranges from Rs 6 to Rs 18
- Orange Zone: The fee ranges between Rs 8 to Rs 22
9. ISRO releases report on SSLV mission failure
In August 2022 , the Indian Space Research Organization launched the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV). It carried two satellites and both satellites became unusable. This mission was declared a failure . ISRO recently released a report detailing the reasons for the failure of the mission. ISRO’s investigation concluded that vibration disturbance was the main reason for the failure of the mission. Was. SSLV-D1 was programmed to place the satellite into an orbit of 356 km. Instead, it placed the satellite in a 76 km orbit. This is due to sensor failure. The decrease in velocity resulted in incorrect orbital placement. During the second stage of separation, vibrational disturbances occurred. These vibrations caused the inertial navigation system to fail and the sensors to fail. SSLV is a three stage launch vehicle. On the other hand, PSLV is a four stage launch vehicle. In addition, SSLV had a new inertial navigation system which ISRO was using for the first time. It uses enough gyros (6) to monitor rotation rates. All gyros experienced measurement saturation during the flight.
10. International Monetary Fund rejects demand for concessions in repayment of seven billion dollars to bail out Pakistan from debt
A delegation of the International Monetary Fund is in Islamabad to review the $7 billion loan plan to Pakistan. International Monetary Fund rejects Pakistan government’s debt management plan Is. The Monetary Fund has asked Pakistani authorities to increase electricity rates during discussions on a possible aid package to bail Pakistan out of the economic crisis. This will help in reducing power sector losses. A delegation of the Monetary Fund is currently in Pakistan. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that the International Monetary Fund has put tough conditions for the aid. Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have reached an alarming low and foreign exchange is left for import for only 18 days. Inflation in the country is at a 48-year high and citizens are struggling for food and drink.
11. Sri Lanka identifies sites associated with Ramayana, which will boost tourism in India
Sri Lanka has identified sites related to Ramayana which will give a boost to tourism in India . Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Officer Jeevan Fernando told agencies that 50 sites related to Ramayana have been identified to promote tourism from India to the island . He said the island nation is diverse and its many places can attract pilgrims from India and other Buddhist countries. Mr. Fernando said that during the last few years, Sri Lanka did several promotions in India for Ramayana tourism. Most Indians go to Sri Lanka for a holiday and visit at least one Ramayana site.
12. First Saras Livelihood Fair begins in Jammu
The 11-day first SARAS Aajeevika Mela begins in Jammu. This fair will continue till February 14 . In this fair, women belonging to self-help groups of rural areas will get an opportunity to sell and promote self-made products and connect with marketing platforms. In the fair, artists and women from self-help groups from across the country will display their art, handicrafts, handlooms and food items. More than 75 stalls and ten food courts have been set up in the fair.
13. First G-20 Sustainable Financial Working Group meeting concludes in Guwahati
The first G20 Sustainable Financial Working Group meeting in Guwahati was attended by 95 delegates, 10 invited countries and 14 international organizations. Several other international organizations joined the meeting through virtual means. Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, Solomon Arokia Raj addressed the media after the conclusion of the two-day meeting. The meeting was inaugurated by Ayush Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal. During this, the rich culture and heritage of Assam was showcased to the delegates at the Brahmaputra sandbar island. The delegates also got to know the culture of Assam through the ethnic village built in Sandbar Island.
14. 96th All India Marathi Literature Conference begins in Wardha district of Maharashtra
The 96th All India Marathi Literature Conference began in Wardha district of Maharashtra . The conference was inaugurated in the presence of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde . The conference was inaugurated at Wardha Sahitya Nagri in the presence of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, School Education and Marathi Language Minister Deepak Kesarkar and other dignitaries.
15. Jammu and Kashmir Administration announces cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants in the Union Territory
The Jammu and Kashmir administration has announced a major project for the cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants in the Union Territory . The Rs 62-crore five-year project aims to cultivate medicinal and aromatic plants on 5,000 kanals of land in 28 clusters. With this, more than 3 thousand jobs and 28 enterprises will be created. Only 2 percent of the 129 hectares of cultivable wetlands in Jammu and Kashmir will be used for this.
16. PM congratulates Karnataka, Maharashtra and Telangana for Parli Vaijnath-Vikarabad Railway Electrification Project
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the people of Karnataka, Maharashtra and Telangana for the Parli Vaijnath-Vikarabad Railway Electrification Project . Now the entire 268 kilometer route has been electrified. With the electrification of the last stretch of Latur Road-Parli Vaijnath, the entire route has become electrified. This project will benefit the people of Telangana, Karnataka and Maharashtra.
17. Railway Minister said – Mail and Express train coaches will be converted into LHB coaches to ensure the safety of passengers
Railways will open shops at two thousand railway stations across the country, in which items of basic needs will be available. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav said in New Delhi that passengers would be able to buy daily use items like soap, toothpaste and towels at these shops. These shops will remain open 24 hours on all days of the week. Regarding passenger safety, the Railway Minister said that in the next three years, all mail and express trains will be replaced by LHB coaches instead of the existing coaches. Will be installed In Indian trains, the dark blue colored coaches are called ICF (Integral Coach Factory) coaches while the red colored coaches are called LHB (Linke Hofmann Busch). However, currently light blue color LHB coaches (Linke Hofmann Busch) are being made, which are used in Hufsafar Express and Shatabdi Express. ICF Coach is a conventional railway coach designed by ICF (Integral Coach Factory) ), Perambur, Chennai, India. At the same time, the LHB Coach was manufactured by Linke-Hofmann-Busch of Germany, after which it is being manufactured in India only. These coaches are made at Rail Coach Factory Kapurthala.
18. The first tourism working group meeting of G-20 will be held in Gujarat from February 7 to 9
The first tourism working group meeting as part of the G-20 will be held from February 7 to 9 at Dhordo in the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat . Union Tourism Minister G. Kishan Reddy , Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister Parshottam Rupala and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will attend the inaugural session on February 8. Harat Shukla, Secretary, Department of Tourism, Government of Gujarat, said that the international delegation would visit the White Desert, UNESCO World Heritage Sites Dholavira and Smritivan during the meeting.
19. Reserve Bank of India – Digital Payments Index released
RBI created Digital Payments Index to know about digital payments in the country . This index is calculated on the basis of five parameters namely Payment Enablers, Consumer Centricity, Payment Infrastructure on Demand Side and Payment Infrastructure on Supply Side . This index is calculated with 2018 as the base period. 2023 DPI in India is 377.46. In 2022 it was 349.30 and in 2021 it was 304.06. With this, the RBI concluded that there has been a 24.13% increase in digital payments in the country. happened. UPI- Unified Payments Interface grew by 1.3%. UPI is a multi-bank account system. It allows money transfers 24/7, merchant payments, collections, donations, utility bill payments, QR code-based payments, etc. Transactions done through National Payments Corporation of India increased by 2.6%. NPCI processes transactions worth over ₹6,752 crore in FY2023. In 2022, this platform will handle transactions worth 7,404 crores. Fintech adoption in India increased to 87%. Globally it was 64%.
20. Morgan Stanley names Arun Kohli as new country head for India
Morgan Stanley named Arun Kohli as the new India head to replace Sanjay Shah , a 26-year veteran at the firm , who is retiring. Kohli, currently chief operating officer for EMEA, will lead US Bank’s business in the country, according to a memo seen by Bloomberg News. With the bank since 2007, Kohli will relocate from London to Mumbai where he led the firm’s post-Brexit strategy and implemented growth strategies in the region’s markets.
21. V Ramachandra appointed as a member of the advisory committee of SIFL, SEFL by RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has appointed Shri V Ramachandra as the Managing Director of Srei Infrastructure Finance Limited (SIFL) and Srei Equipment Finance Limited (SEFL). Appointed as a member of the Advisory Committee of After replacing the boards of SIFL and SEFL in October 2021, the RBI had formed a three-member advisory council to support the administrators of the two troubled enterprises. During the corporate insolvency resolution process, the Advisory Committee will advise the Administrator regarding the management of SIFL and SEFL. Former Deputy Managing Director of State Bank of India Venkat Nageswara Chalasani and former Managing Director of Sundaram Finance Limited T. Srinivasaraghavan are the other two members of the committee. The Kolkata Bench of the National Company Law Tribunal received applications from the RBI in October 2021 for initiating the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process against SIFL and SEFL (NCLT).
22. Mahanadi Coalfields Limited introduces aerial drone technology and latest safety equipment
CPSE Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) , a flagship Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal , has introduced drone technology in coal mines by launching Vihangam , a web-based portal with drone and ground level control system . The portal allows authorized personnel to access real-time drone video through a specially authorized 40 Mbps internet leased line near mines. It also has a control center which operates the drone and the special thing is that the entire system can be operated from anywhere through a portal. This pilot project is currently being undertaken at Bhuvaneshwari and Lingaraj opencast mines of Talcher Coalfields .
23. List of Top Colleges in India released in IIRF MBA Ranking 2023
Indian Institutional Ranking Framework has released the list of IIRF Ranking 2023 . IIRF Ranking 2023 has been released for Top Management and Business Schools in India. According to the IIRF Rankings 2023, IIM Ahmedabad has been ranked 1st among the Top Government MBA Institutes in India, while XLRI Jamshedpur has been ranked 1st among the Top Private MBA Institutes in India . IIM Lucknow has moved up from the first position to the fourth position this year and IIM Ahmedabad has secured the first position, followed by IIM Bangalore and IIM Kolkata at the second and third positions respectively. The IIRF Ranking 2023 has been released on 29 January 2023 for all candidates from Business, Management and Finance streams.
24. Inflation reached the peak of 48 years in Pakistan
Inflation in Pakistan , which is facing economic crisis , has reached the highest level of 48 years . According to Pakistan’s Bureau of Statistics, the inflation rate from January 1, 2023 to February 1, 2023 is 27.55 percent. recorded, the highest since May 1975. This figure of inflation in Pakistan has come when the bailout package plan is being discussed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Pakistan, which is facing the crisis of balance of payments, is facing difficulties for foreign imports. Thousands of cargo ships were stuck at the Karachi port due to balance of payments issues, adding to the crisis. According to the report, Islamabad has only about $3.7 billion left in the State Bank, which can cover only three weeks of imports. State Bank is currently unable to give letters of credit for basic commodities, the bank is only in a position to cover the cost of food and medicines.
25. Adani Group acquires Israel’s Haifa port
Adani Group has acquired Israel ‘s Haifa Port for $1.2 billion . Under this deal, Adani Group will set up an Artificial Intelligence Lab in Tel Aviv . Adani entered into an agreement to acquire the Haifa port in the presence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. During this, investment opportunities were also discussed. Let us tell you that after making serious allegations in the report of American investment research firm Hindenburg Research, the shares of Adani Group have registered a huge decline. On the other hand, Netanyahu termed the acquisition of Haifa port as a ‘milestone’ and said that this will further increase connectivity between India and Israel through many mediums.
26. Puma India names Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur as its brand ambassador
Sports brand Puma India announced the signing of women’s cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur as its latest brand ambassador . Under the terms of the partnership, Harmanpreet will endorse the brand’s footwear, apparel and accessories throughout the year. With this deal Harmanpreet Kaur joins the roster of ambassadors like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Kareena Kapoor, Sunil Chhetri, Yuvraj Singh, Anushka Sharma among others.