1 Rekha Gupta will take oath as the new Chief Minister of Delhi at Ramlila Maidan
Smt. Rekha Gupta will take oath as the new Chief Minister of Delhi . Her name was announced as the new Chief Minister after the Delhi BJP Legislature Party meeting in New Delhi. Smt. Rekha Gupta met Lt. Governor Vinay Kumar Saxena at Raj Niwas and staked claim to form the new government. Smt. Rekha Gupta won from Shalimar Bagh seat in the recent Assembly elections. She was a member of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad in 1992 at Daulat Ram Mahavidyalaya of Delhi University . Smt. Gupta also became the President of Delhi University Students Union. Smt. Gupta has also been the General Secretary of BJP Mahila Morcha in Delhi.
2 ‘RBI Data’ mobile app will provide macroeconomic and financial data related to the Indian economy
Reserve Bank of India has launched a mobile app called ‘ RBI Data ‘ which helps people to ‘, which will provide people with macroeconomic and financial data related to the Indian economy . The bank said in a statement that this app will provide more than 11 thousand different series of economic data related to the Indian economy. Users can also download data. The app also includes details of the source of the data. It also has a popular report section which includes a series of frequently viewed reports. Through the app, users will also be able to get information about banking facilities in an area of 20 kilometers around them.
3 Rajasthan Budget: Finance Minister Diya Kumari gave a gift to the people of the state in the budget
Rajasthan Finance Minister Diya Kumari on Wednesday presented the budget for the financial year 2025-26 in the state assembly . During the budget, the Finance Minister has made many big announcements for farmers and youth, including free electricity, distribution of new leases to 2 lakh families under the ownership scheme . The state finance minister has also given the gift of jobs to the youth. He has announced recruitment on 1 lakh 25 thousand posts . He said that MoUs worth more than Rs 35 lakh crore have been signed in Rising Rajasthan. He said that 750 doctors and 1500 paramedical staff posts will be created. Fit Rajasthan campaign will be started at a cost of Rs 50 crore. 20 trauma centers will be upgraded. Works of 5700 MW energy production will be done in the coming year.
4 Gujarat launches G-SAFAL to empower 50,000 underprivileged women
In February 2025, the Gujarat government led by Chief Minister (CM) Bhupendra Rajnikant Patel launched G-SAFAL (Gujarat Scheme for Livelihood Enhancement for Antyodaya Families) , which aims to enhance the livelihoods of Antyodaya families (disadvantaged families) , empower women, and promote economic self-reliance . The initiative will empower 50,000 families holding Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) cards in 25 talukas of 10 districts of Gujarat over the next 5 years . It is being implemented by Gujarat Livelihood Promotion Company Limited (GLPC) under the Rural Development Department of Gujarat. It is in line with the Aspiring Block Programme (ABP) launched by the Government of India in January 2023, which aims to improve the quality of life in 500 aspiring blocks across 27 states and 4 union territories.
5 India elected Vice President of International Organisation of Aids to Marine Navigation (IALA) in Singapore
India has been elected as Vice President of the International Organization of Aids to Marine Navigation (IALA) in Singapore. Shri T.K. Ramachandran, Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways led the Indian delegation at the ongoing 1st General Assembly of IALA in Singapore. The 1st General Assembly of IALA also marks its transition from a non-governmental organization (NGO) to an inter-governmental organization (IGO) with India being elected as its Vice President. This underlines India’s strong leadership and contribution in maritime affairs while reaffirming India’s commitment to sustainable and safe maritime navigation. IALA, established in 1957 as an NGO, transitioned to an IGO to enhance its role in shaping international standards and best practices for safe and efficient navigation . India will host the IALA Council Meeting in December 2025 and the IALA Conference and General Assembly in Mumbai in September 2027 . . India will . Singapore is hosting the first General Assembly of the International Association for Maritime Navigation (IALA) from 18 to 21 February 2025.
6 Puducherry government has announced that organ donors will be given state honours as a mark of respect for their life-saving contribution
The Puducherry government has announced that organ donors will be rewarded for their life-saving contribution . Guidelines have been framed to implement the initiative. The government has directed hospitals to immediately report cases of brain-dead persons to district magistrates and regional administrators. As per the new guidelines, district magistrates and regional administrators will have to visit the homes of organ donors to pay tribute. Additionally, on occasions like Republic Day and Independence Day, the Lieutenant Governor or the Chief Minister will invite the families of organ donors to government functions and honour them publicly.
7 Maritime Security Exhibition – NAVDEX 2025
India’s Goa Shipyard Limited has showcased indigenously designed Fast Patrol Vessels and Offshore Patrol Vessels at the Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition -NAVDEX 2025 in Abu Dhabi . These ships highlight India’s growing capabilities in naval innovation and self-reliance under the ” Make in India ” initiative. The exhibition is an important platform for international cooperation in defence and security. UAE Ministry of Defence and Tawazun Council is to explore emerging defence trends, strategic partnerships and technological advancements in military innovation.
8 Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran awarded honorary knighthood by UK
On February 14, 2025, Natarajan Chandrasekaran , Chairman of Tata Sons Private Limited was awarded the “ Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE) ” of the United Kingdom (UK) in the reign of King Charles III for his services to UK/India business relations. KBE/DBE is one of the highest honours conferred on civilians by the British sovereign, recognising exceptional contributions of foreign nationals in various fields.
9 RBI approves appointment of PD Singh as CEO of Standard Chartered India
On February 17, 2025, The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved the appointment of banker Prabhdev Singh (PD) Singh as the chief executive officer (CEO) of Standard Chartered India’s India operations, based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He will take over on April 1, 2025, replacing Zarin Daruwala , who will retire on March 31, 2025 after serving ten years . He will head the India and South Asia operations and will have a tenure of 3 years.
10 Indonesia won its first ‘Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship 2025’ over China
On February 16, 2025, Indonesia won their first title at the fourth edition of the “ Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship 2025 ” by defeating two-time defending champions China 3-1 in the final . The tournament was held at the Consun Gymnasium in Qingdao, China from February 11 to 16, 2025. Muhammad Shoibul Fikri served as the captain of the Indonesia team while the China team was led by captain Chen Xujun. Indonesia won the prestigious gold medal for their victory, China won the silver medal while Japan and Thailand were awarded bronze medals for their victories.
