7 February 2024 : Latest Current Affairs 7th February
Important Current Affairs 7th February 2024
In this article, we will discuss all the Current Affairs of 7th February including national, international, banking, finance, sports, awards, and many others. So if you are interested to know about the latest 7th February 2024 current affairs then read this article till the end.
Current Affairs of 7th February – National News
1. The 2024 Bill on Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means)
◉ To protect the integrity and fairness of public examinations throughout India, a comprehensive legal framework known as the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024, has been proposed. The purpose of the law is to address and prohibit the use of unfair examination procedures in public.
◉ It includes a broad range of definitions and provisions that make clear the obligations, liabilities, and sanctions related to holding public exams.
◉ The passage of the measure demonstrates the government’s dedication to establishing an open, just, and merit-based evaluation process.
2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi Unveils ₹1330 Crore in Projects In Goa
◉ By officially opening the National Institute of Technology Goa’s permanent campus, Prime Minister Narendra Modi created a momentous occasion in the state of Goa’s educational history.
◉ Constructed at an expense of over ₹1330 crore, the campus boasts cutting-edge amenities designed to satisfy the varied requirements of educators, staff, and students.
◉ These amenities, which improve the academic environment in Goa, include staff quarters, departmental buildings, tutorial complexes, lecture halls, administrative buildings, hostels, healthcare centers, and sports grounds.
3. In Goa, Prime Minister Narendra Modi opens the ONGC Sea Survival Center.
◉ Prime Minister Modi opened the integrated Sea Survival Training Center in Goa, which was built by ONGC, during his day-long visit to the state.
◉ It is anticipated that this cutting-edge center will teach thousands of employees each year, improving their maritime survival skills and guaranteeing their readiness to handle real-life emergencies.
◉ India Energy Week 2024 was also opened by Prime Minister Modi, a significant occasion designed to boost India’s energy transition objectives. The occasion demonstrates India’s dedication to achieving sustainability and energy self-sufficiency.
4. The Uttar Pradesh government updates the “EV Upyog” portal to encourage the use of electric cars.
◉ To encourage the production and usage of electric vehicles (EVs) in the state, the Uttar Pradesh government is moving forward with major initiatives.
◉ The improvement of the “EV Upyog” portal, which provides a platform for EV-related activities, is one of the main efforts in this endeavor.
◉ The Uttar Pradesh Development Systems Corporation Limited (UPDSCL) has started the process of engaging a software development agency for a year to improve the EV Upyog site.
5. India will fence its border with Myanmar to increase security.
◉ The 1643-kilometer Indo-Myanmar border is to be fenced as part of a major project India is undertaking to strengthen border security measures.
◉ The fencing project is to reduce unauthorized border crossings and improve security measures in light of the increase of anti-junta rebels and tribal militants entering Myanmar following the military coup in 2021.
◉ In addition to fencing, the proposal calls for paving a patrol track along the border to improve surveillance and guarantee thorough observation of border activity.
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International News
6. Iran will no longer require Indian tourists to have a visa as of February 4, 2024.
◉ Iran will no longer require visas for visitors from India as of February 4, 2024, to promote travel and international interaction. Ordinary Indian passport holders are permitted up to 15 days of visitation every six months.
◉ Iran has demonstrated its commitment to international cooperation by extending its visa waiver program to 33 nations in addition to India.
◉ Iran has approved a new visa waiver scheme for several nations, including Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, India, and Russia.
7. To enhance economic growth, Sri Lanka pursues free trade agreements with India.
◉ By the end of 2024, Sri Lanka intends to create free trade agreements (FTAs) with several nations, including India, to boost growth and address its economic issues.
◉ By the end of 2024, Sri Lanka hopes to have completed free trade agreements (FTAs) with China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and India.
◉ By opening up new markets for Sri Lankan companies, these accords should immediately support economic expansion.
Banking
8. RBI Approves HDFC Bank’s Stake Acquisition in Six Banks
◉ The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has given HDFC Bank and its connected firms permission to buy shares in six well-known banks.
◉ With the receipt of this clearance on January 5, 2024, HDFC Bank and the businesses within its group are authorized to purchase up to a 9.5% aggregate interest in ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, IndusInd ◉ Bank, YES Bank, Bandhan Bank, and Suryoday Small Finance Bank (SFB).
◉ The approval, which is good until February 4, 2025, comes after the bank’s December 18, 2023, application to become the group’s promoter or sponsor. The approval’s main goal is to let these individual group companies make acquisitions in the regular course of business.
Appointment
9. ADB Names Mio Oka as India’s New Country Director
◉ Mio Oka has been named the new Country Director for India by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), taking over for Takeo Konishi.
◉ Ms. Oka joins her new position with nearly three decades of professional experience, which includes more than eighteen years with ADB. Her nomination represents a critical turning point in ADB’s ongoing collaboration with India to achieve its economic expansion and development objectives.
◉ Ms. Oka is a native of Japan and has extensive expertise in project management and development finance. Since 2005, she has worked with ADB in several positions, including director in the field of agriculture and natural resources and counselor to the president.
Science
10. Fever in Monkeys
◉ In Karnataka, India, Kyasanur Forest Disease, commonly referred to as Monkey Fever, has become a serious health issue. The state health agency is on high alert because of the 49 positive cases and two reported fatalities this year.
◉ KFD is brought on by the Kyasanur Forest Disease Virus (KFDV), a member of the Flaviviridae family that first appeared in the Kyasanur Forest in 1957.
◉ Health officials are working harder to stop the spread of the virus because the state has seen 49 confirmed cases so far this year. The Uttara Kannada district has been the site of the bulk of infections, indicating a concentrated outbreak zone.
Sports
11. The BIMSTEC Aquatic Championships are opened in New Delhi by Sports Minister Anurag Thakur.
◉ On February 6, 2024, in New Delhi, the inaugural BIMSTEC Aquatics Championship was formally opened, marking a momentous occasion for regional sports diplomacy.
◉ The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) member states’ increasing collaboration and friendship are demonstrated by the BIMSTEC Aquatics Championship 2024.
◉ With more than 400 competitors and officials registered from seven BIMSTEC Member States, the competition looks to be a dynamic showcase of athletic prowess and cross-cultural interaction.
Important day
12. Dr. Jitendra Singh Reveals the Theme for National Science Day in 2024
◉ The celebration of scientific accomplishments and discoveries that have influenced our planet is known as National Science Day (NSD).
◉ On this occasion, Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, presented the theme for NSD 2024, “Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat,” highlighting India’s dedication to scientific and technological innovation and independence.
◉ “Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat,” the subject for NSD 2024, emphasizes the significance of locally developed solutions to address social issues and promote general well-being.
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