Daily Current Affairs of 15th February 2025 in English

Introduction:

Daily Current Affairs of 15th February 2025, witnessed a series of significant events across various domains, ranging from infrastructure development to geopolitical concerns, cultural celebrations, and scientific discoveries. Here's an in-depth look at the noteworthy occurrences of the day.

Top Current Affairs and News Headlines – February 15, 2025

Daily GK Update – 15th February 2025: Current Affairs

Here are the major national and international updates, developments, and key events from 15th February 2025:

National News

India to Host First-Ever Regional Social Justice Dialogue in 2025

India is gearing up to host the inaugural Regional Dialogue on the Global Coalition for Social Justice on February 24-25, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Employers’ Federation of India (EFI), the event will gather key global stakeholders. The focus will be on fostering inclusive and sustainable social policies for equitable growth and development.

Dr. Jitendra Singh to Lead 12th All India Pension Adalat

Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions, will preside over the 12th All India Pension Adalat in New Delhi on February 13, 2025. The event, organized by the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW), aims to resolve 180 long-pending pension grievances of retired Central Government employees, particularly those unresolved for more than 120 days. Since its inception in 2017, the Pension Adalat has significantly improved the efficiency of pension-related dispute settlements.

Elon Musk Presents Starship Heatshield Tile to PM Modi

During a meeting at Blair House, Washington, D.C., on February 13, 2025, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a hexagonal ceramic heatshield tile that was part of SpaceX’s Starship test flight 5 in October 2024. In a symbolic cultural exchange, Modi reciprocated by gifting classic Indian books to Musk’s children. This exchange underscores India’s growing engagement with Musk’s ventures in space exploration, mobility, and technology.

₹100 Commemorative Coin to Honor Mohammed Rafi’s Legacy

In celebration of the 100th birth anniversary of legendary playback singer Mohammed Rafi, the Indian government has announced the release of a ₹100 commemorative coin. This tribute acknowledges Rafi’s immense contribution to Indian music and cultural heritage.

International News

China to Construct Deepwater Research Hub in South China Sea

China has sanctioned the development of a deep-sea research station in the South China Sea, set to be operational by 2030. Positioned 2,000 meters below the ocean surface, the facility, often dubbed a “deep-sea space station,” will support six scientists on month-long expeditions. This ambitious project aims to enhance marine exploration and fortify China’s strategic presence in the resource-rich region.

State News

Haryana Approves Controlled Nilgai Culling Amid Protests

In response to increasing human-wildlife conflict, the Haryana government has introduced new Wildlife (Protection) Rules that permit the culling of male Nilgais (blue bulls). The move is intended to mitigate agricultural damage, but has sparked opposition from environmentalists and the Bishnoi community, who regard Nilgais as sacred. Critics argue that alternative, non-lethal methods should be considered.

Lam Research to Invest ₹10,000 Crore in Karnataka’s Semiconductor Industry

American semiconductor giant Lam Research has committed ₹10,000 crore toward India’s semiconductor ecosystem by investing in Karnataka. The announcement was made at the Global Investors Meet: Invest Karnataka 2025, held at Bangalore Palace. This move aligns with India’s strategic push toward domestic chip manufacturing.

West Bengal Launches “Nodi Bandhan” Scheme for Riverine Development

The West Bengal government, under Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, has unveiled the “Nodi Bandhan” scheme as part of the 2025-26 budget. The initiative focuses on riverbank reinforcement along the Ganga-Padma to prevent erosion. Additionally, funds have been allocated for the Ghatal Masterplan, aimed at addressing flooding issues in West Midnapore.

Business News

January 2025 Wholesale Price Index (WPI) Released

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has reported a 2.31% annual inflation rate for January 2025, primarily driven by price surges in manufactured food products, non-food articles, and textiles. The month-over-month WPI change registered a (-) 0.45% decline from December 2024.

Actor Pankaj Tripathi Co-Founds Velvet Audio Storytelling Platform

Renowned actor Pankaj Tripathi has ventured into audio storytelling as a co-founder of Velvet, a platform dedicated to immersive cinematic audio content. Established in October 2024, Velvet aims to cater to Hindi audiences with plans to expand into English and regional Indian languages.

Summits and Conferences

President Droupadi Murmu Opens International Women’s Conference

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the International Women’s Conference, hosted by The Art of Living, in Bengaluru on February 14, 2025. In her keynote speech, she celebrated the rising influence of Indian women (Nari Shakti) across diverse fields, including science, sports, politics, and the arts.

PM Modi Highlights Cultural Bonds at SAMVAD in Thailand

In a video address at the SAMVAD summit in Thailand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflected on India’s cultural ties with Thailand and the broader Asian community. He emphasized themes of conflict resolution, environmental harmony, and Buddhist teachings.

India’s Green Growth Agenda at the World Government Summit 2025

At the World Government Summit (WGS) 2025 in Dubai, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav reinforced India’s commitment to sustainable development and climate resilience.

Sports News

Cristiano Ronaldo Tops Highest-Paid Athletes List of 2025

Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the highest-paid athlete of 2025, amassing $285 million in earnings. This includes $200 million from his contract with Al Nassr and $65 million from sponsorships and ventures.

38th National Games 2025 Concludes in Uttarakhand

The 38th National Games wrapped up in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, on February 14, 2025, with a focus on sustainability. The event saw participation from over 10,000 athletes across 35 disciplines.

Babar Azam Matches Hashim Amla’s ODI Record

Pakistan’s cricket sensation Babar Azam has equaled Hashim Amla’s record by reaching 6,000 ODI runs in 123 innings, surpassing Indian cricketer Virat Kohli.

Science & Technology

ITER Fusion Reactor: A Glimpse into the Future of Clean Energy

The International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) in France is advancing research in fusion energy with contributions from 35 nations, including India. The project aims to develop magnetic confinement fusion as a carbon-free energy source.

ESA’s Euclid Telescope Captures a Perfect Einstein Ring

The European Space Agency’s Euclid Telescope has discovered a nearly perfect Einstein Ring in the NGC 6505 galaxy, located 590 million light-years away. The phenomenon, caused by gravitational lensing, underscores Euclid’s potential to uncover cosmic secrets.

Daily Current Affairs Question Answers in English of

15th February 2025

1. India is set to host the first-ever Regional Dialogue on the Global Coalition for Social Justice in which year?

a) 2024

b) 2025

c) 2026

d) 2023

Answer: b) 2025

Explanation: India is preparing to host the inaugural Regional Dialogue on the Global Coalition for Social Justice in February 2025, as per the news article.

2. Who is presiding over the 12th All India Pension Adalat in 2025?

a) Narendra Modi

b) Dr. Jitendra Singh

c) Amit Shah

d) Piyush Goyal

Answer: b) Dr. Jitendra Singh

Explanation: Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions, will preside over the 12th All India Pension Adalat in February 2025.

3. What item did Elon Musk present to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February 2025?

a) A SpaceX rocket model

b) A Starship heatshield tile

c) A Tesla Model S

d) A satellite prototype

Answer: b) A Starship heatshield tile

Explanation: Elon Musk presented Prime Minister Modi with a hexagonal ceramic heatshield tile from SpaceX’s Starship test flight 5 during a meeting in Washington, D.C.

4. What commemorative coin did the Indian government release in 2025?

a) ₹500 coin honoring R. K. Narayan

b) ₹100 coin honoring Mohammed Rafi

c) ₹200 coin honoring Sardar Patel

d) ₹50 coin for the 75th Independence Anniversary

Answer: b) ₹100 coin honoring Mohammed Rafi

Explanation: The Indian government issued a ₹100 commemorative coin to mark the 100th birth anniversary of legendary playback singer Mohammed Rafi.

5. Where will China build its deep-sea research station?

a) In the Arctic Ocean

b) In the Pacific Ocean

c) In the South China Sea

d) In the Indian Ocean

Answer: c) In the South China Sea

Explanation: China plans to construct a deep-sea research station in the South China Sea, set to be operational by 2030, at a depth of 2,000 meters.

6. What is the Haryana government’s new initiative for controlling Nilgai population?

a) Establishing wildlife sanctuaries

b) Introducing controlled Nilgai culling

c) Promoting eco-friendly farming methods

d) Relocating Nilgais to other states

Answer: b) Introducing controlled Nilgai culling

Explanation: Haryana has introduced controlled Nilgai culling to address the damage to crops caused by this species, despite opposition from environmentalists.

7. Which company has committed ₹10,000 crore to India’s semiconductor ecosystem?

a) Intel

b) Lam Research

c) Qualcomm

d) Nvidia

Answer: b) Lam Research

Explanation: Lam Research, a major American semiconductor company, has pledged ₹10,000 crore towards India’s semiconductor sector, particularly in Karnataka.

8. What is the objective of West Bengal's "Nodi Bandhan" scheme?

a) To promote eco-tourism

b) To prevent riverbank erosion

c) To clean the Ganga river

d) To increase river traffic

Answer: b) To prevent riverbank erosion

Explanation: The "Nodi Bandhan" scheme aims to reinforce the riverbanks of the Ganga-Padma to prevent erosion, particularly in the context of West Bengal’s flood-prone areas.

9. What was the wholesale inflation rate in India for January 2025?

a) 1.5%

b) 2.31%

c) 3.5%

d) 4.0%

Answer: b) 2.31%

Explanation: The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) for January 2025 reported an annual inflation rate of 2.31%, driven by increases in manufactured food products, textiles, and non-food articles.

10. What new platform has actor Pankaj Tripathi co-founded?

a) Velvet Video Platform

b) Velvet Audio Storytelling Platform

c) Velvet Film Production Studio

d) Velvet Theatre

Answer: b) Velvet Audio Storytelling Platform

Explanation: Pankaj Tripathi has co-founded Velvet, a platform focused on immersive cinematic audio storytelling, primarily catering to Hindi audiences.

11. Who inaugurated the International Women’s Conference in Bengaluru in February 2025?

a) Indira Gandhi

b) Sushma Swaraj

c) President Droupadi Murmu

d) Mamata Banerjee

Answer: c) President Droupadi Murmu

Explanation: President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the International Women’s Conference in Bengaluru on February 14, 2025, and spoke about the rising influence of Indian women (Nari Shakti).

12. What was the focus of Prime Minister Modi's address at the SAMVAD summit in Thailand?

a) Economic growth

b) Conflict resolution and Buddhist teachings

c) Climate change

d) Technology and innovation

Answer: b) Conflict resolution and Buddhist teachings

Explanation: PM Modi’s address at the SAMVAD summit focused on India’s cultural ties with Thailand and emphasized conflict resolution, environmental harmony, and Buddhist teachings.

13. Which international summit did Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav attend in 2025?

a) UN Climate Summit

b) World Government Summit (WGS) 2025

c) COP27

d) G20 Summit

Answer: b) World Government Summit (WGS) 2025

Explanation: Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighted India’s green growth agenda at the World Government Summit (WGS) 2025 in Dubai.

14. Who was named the highest-paid athlete of 2025?

a) Lionel Messi

b) Cristiano Ronaldo

c) Novak Djokovic

d) LeBron James

Answer: b) Cristiano Ronaldo

Explanation: Cristiano Ronaldo was named the highest-paid athlete in 2025, earning $285 million, including $200 million from his contract with Al Nassr and additional income from endorsements.

15. Where did the 38th National Games of 2025 conclude?

a) New Delhi

b) Haldwani, Uttarakhand

c) Bengaluru, Karnataka

d) Kolkata, West Bengal

Answer: b) Haldwani, Uttarakhand

Explanation: The 38th National Games concluded in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, on February 14, 2025, with a focus on sustainability.

16. Which cricket record did Babar Azam equal in 2025?

a) Most runs in a World Cup

b) Fastest to 10,000 runs

c) 6,000 ODI runs in 123 innings

d) Highest batting average in ODIs

Answer: c) 6,000 ODI runs in 123 innings

Explanation: Babar Azam matched Hashim Amla’s record by reaching 6,000 ODI runs in just 123 innings, surpassing Virat Kohli’s record.

17. Which fusion energy project is advancing research in clean energy?

a) ITER

b) CERN

c) Tesla Fusion Project

d) MIT Plasma Research

Answer: a) ITER

Explanation: The ITER fusion reactor in France is advancing research in fusion energy, with contributions from 35 nations, including India, aiming for a carbon-free energy source.

18. What cosmic phenomenon did the European Space Agency’s Euclid Telescope discover?

a) Supernova

b) Black hole

c) Einstein Ring

d) New planet

Answer: c) Einstein Ring

Explanation: The Euclid Telescope captured a nearly perfect Einstein Ring in the NGC 6505 galaxy, a phenomenon caused by gravitational lensing.

19. In which city is the Bharat Mandapam located, where the Regional Dialogue on Social Justice will be held?

a) Mumbai

b) New Delhi

c) Chennai

d) Kolkata

Answer: b) New Delhi

Explanation: The Regional Dialogue on the Global Coalition for Social Justice will be held at Bharat Mandapam, located in New Delhi.

20. What is the primary objective of the “Nodi Bandhan” initiative in West Bengal?

a) Eco-tourism promotion

b) Riverbank reinforcement to prevent erosion

c) Launch of a new waterway system

d) Infrastructure development for tourism

Answer: b) Riverbank reinforcement to prevent erosion

Explanation: The "Nodi Bandhan" initiative aims to prevent riverbank erosion along the Ganga-Padma, addressing issues related to floods and riverbank stability.