Page-4 of Current Affairs - February, 2025

Herath Festival

February 26, 2025

Herath is festival for the Kashmiri Pandit community, marking their unique celebration of Mahashivratri. It typically begins on the 13th day of Phalgun, which falls in February or March, and lasts until the new moon. The term “Herath” is derived ..

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SPHEREx Telescope

February 26, 2025

NASA’s SPHEREx telescope is set to launch on February 27, 2025. This mission aims to create the most detailed and colourful map of the universe ever. It will explore cosmic history and the potential for life beyond Earth. The telescope ..

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What is Biodiversity Leak?

February 26, 2025

Recent studies highlight the issue of biodiversity leakage in agricultural landscapes. As nations strive to meet biodiversity targets, unintended consequences may arise. The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework aims to protect 30 per cent of land and sea by 2030. However, ..

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CISF Training Centre Renamed in Honor of Rajaditya Chola

February 26, 2025

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has recently renamed its Recruits Training Centre in Arakkonam to honour Rajaditya Cholan, a notable figure in Tamil history. This renaming, effective from February 24, 2025, commemorates the Chola prince who lost his life ..

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CAG Reports and Their Significance in India

February 26, 2025

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has gained attention recently due to the tabling of 14 pending reports on the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi. Among these reports is one concerning the scrapped excise policy, ..

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What is AI Singularity?

February 26, 2025

Recent developments in artificial intelligence (AI) have raised concerns regarding its future impact on society. Elon Musk has been particularly vocal about the potential dangers of AI surpassing human intelligence. He predicts that superintelligent AI could emerge as soon as ..

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Chlorine Disinfectant Byproducts Linked to Cancer Risks

February 26, 2025

Recent research has raised alarms about the health risks associated with trihalomethanes (THMs), a byproduct of chlorine used in drinking water disinfection. This study indicates that current regulatory limits in the United States and European Union may not adequately protect ..

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Sinking of the Caspian Sea

February 26, 2025

The Caspian Sea, the world’s largest enclosed body of water, is facing alarming environmental challenges. Recent reports indicate drop in water levels, which poses a threat to the region’s biodiversity and human activities. Environmental activists and officials are calling for ..

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Mangroves as Bio-Sheids Against Coastal Disasters

February 25, 2025

Coastal mangroves serve as vital bio-shields against natural disasters. Recent research marks their effectiveness in mitigating the impacts of tsunamis and flooding along India’s coastline. The study, conducted by a team from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, utilised advanced ..

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Centre Proposes New Tax Measures on Crypto Assets

February 25, 2025

Recently, the Government of India announced changes to the taxation of virtual digital assets (VDAs). These changes aim to curb the misuse of cryptocurrencies and enhance tax compliance. The proposed measures will classify VDAs as undisclosed income under the block ..

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