Current Affairs

Feburary Month  Current affairs on Indian Polity 

1. The Union Budget 2022 was presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2022. The budget proposed several measures related to the Indian polity, such as the introduction of a new scheme for the welfare of senior citizens, the allocation of funds for the development of rural areas, and the establishment of a new National Science and Technology Fund.

2. The Election Commission of India announced the schedule for assembly elections in five states - Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Manipur, and Goa. The elections are scheduled to be held in phases in February and March 2022.

3. The Indian government introduced the Constitution (127th Amendment) Bill, 2022 in the Lok Sabha. The bill seeks to increase the reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in educational institutions and government jobs from 27% to 28%.

4. The Supreme Court of India upheld the constitutional validity of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. The rules aim to regulate social media platforms, digital news media, and over-the-top (OTT) platforms in India.

5. The Union Cabinet approved the implementation of the National Recruitment Agency (NRA) for conducting common eligibility tests for recruitment to non-gazetted posts in the central government, public sector banks, and public sector undertakings.

6. The Union Cabinet approved the implementation of the National Recruitment Agency (NRA) to conduct a common eligibility test for recruitment to non-gazetted posts in the government sector.

7. The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), which seeks to grant citizenship to non-Muslim refugees from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh who came to India before 2015.

8. The Union Cabinet approved the setting up of a National Judicial Infrastructure Corporation (NJIC) to strengthen the infrastructure of the judiciary, including the construction of new court buildings, housing for judges, and technology upgradation.

9. The Election Commission of India announced the schedule for assembly elections in five states - Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Goa, Manipur, and Uttarakhand - to be held in March-April 2023.

10. The Lok Sabha passed the Essential Defence Services Bill, 2023, which seeks to prohibit strikes by workers in defence establishments, including ordnance factories, dockyards, and military farms, among others.

11. The Supreme Court issued a notice to the Centre on a petition challenging the constitutional validity of the 103rd constitutional amendment, which provides for 10% reservation in jobs and educational institutions for economically weaker sections (EWS) of the society.

12. The Union Cabinet approved the amendment of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971, to increase the upper limit for termination of pregnancy from 20 weeks to 24 weeks.

These are some of the important current affairs related to Indian polity for the month of February.

February month current affairs on Science and Technology

Here are some important current affairs related to science and technology in India that took place in the month of February:

1. India's first 2-degrees-of-freedom robotic arm: Scientists at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi developed the country's first 2-degrees-of-freedom robotic arm. The arm can be used in manufacturing, healthcare, and space exploration.

2. ISRO's successful launch of PSLV-C51 mission: On 28th February, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the PSLV-C51 mission, which carried Amazonia-1, Brazil's first satellite developed by its National Institute for Space Research (INPE), and 18 other co-passenger satellites.

3. Launch of 'Yuva Vigyani Karyakram': The Department of Science and Technology (DST) launched the 'Yuva Vigyani Karyakram' (YUVIKA) on 3rd February, a program to inspire and mentor young students in the field of science and technology.

4. 'Digital Prakriti Mela': The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change organised the 'Digital Prakriti Mela' from 22nd to 23rd February, a virtual exhibition showcasing the best practices and achievements of the ministry in the area of environment conservation and sustainable development.

5. Development of 'E-Raktkosh 2.0': The National Health Authority (NHA) launched the upgraded version of 'E-Raktkosh', a web-based application for managing blood banks across the country. The new version, 'E-Raktkosh 2.0', has additional features and aims to improve the availability of blood in the country.

6. India's first geothermal power project: India's first geothermal power project was launched in Ladakh, which is expected to generate 10 MW of power. The project is being set up by the Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and is aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable energy.

7. India successfully launches Amazonia-1 satellite: On 28th February, India successfully launched the Amazonia-1 satellite, along with 18 other satellites, using the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) from the Sriharikota spaceport. The Amazonia-1 satellite was built by the Brazilian National Institute for Space Research (INPE) and is aimed at monitoring deforestation in the Amazon region.

8. DRDO develops new missile: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully test-fired a new missile called 'Prithvi Defence Vehicle (PDV) Mark-II' on 25th February. The missile is capable of intercepting and destroying incoming missiles in mid-air and is expected to enhance India's defence capabilities.

9. India's fastest train, Vande Bharat Express, completes two years: India's fastest train, Vande Bharat Express, completed two years of service on 15th February. The train runs between New Delhi and Varanasi and has a top speed of 180 km/h. It is considered a technological marvel, as it is the first indigenously developed train in India.

10. India's first driverless metro train: India's first driverless metro train was launched in Delhi on 17th February. The train is equipped with advanced technology, including Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) signaling technology, which allows real-time tracking and monitoring of trains.

These are some of the important current affairs related to science and technology in India that took place in the month of February.

February month current affairs on environment and ecology 

1. United Nations' 'Decade on Ecosystem Restoration': On 1st February, the United Nations launched the 'Decade on Ecosystem Restoration', aimed at preventing, halting, and reversing the degradation of ecosystems worldwide by 2030.

2. India's first seaplane service: On 22nd February, India launched its first seaplane service between Ahmedabad and Kevadia in Gujarat. The seaplane service is aimed at boosting tourism in the region and reducing travel time.

3. Maharashtra government's ban on plastic: The Maharashtra government announced a ban on single-use plastic in the state from 1st March, including plastic carry bags, disposable cutlery, and thermocol items. The ban is aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainable practices.

4. World Wildlife Day: World Wildlife Day was celebrated on 3rd March, with the theme 'Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People and Planet'. The day highlighted the importance of forests in providing livelihoods and promoting sustainable development.

5. World Wetlands Day: World Wetlands Day was observed on 2nd February. The theme for this year was "Wetlands and Water", highlighting the importance of wetlands as a source of freshwater and promoting their conservation.

6. Himalayan Brown Bear spotted in Arunachal Pradesh: A Himalayan Brown Bear, a critically endangered species, was spotted in Arunachal Pradesh's Dibang Valley district on 3rd February. The sighting is significant, as it indicates the presence of a viable population of the species in the region.

7. National Chambal Sanctuary declared eco-sensitive zone: The National Chambal Sanctuary, located in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, was declared an eco-sensitive zone on 5th February. The move is aimed at protecting the biodiversity of the sanctuary and promoting sustainable development in the region.

8. Maharashtra government announces ban on plastic packaging: The Maharashtra government announced a ban on the use of single-use plastic for packaging of e-commerce products and takeaway food items from 27th February. The move is aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting eco-friendly alternatives.

9. Ganges River Dolphin Census 2021: The Ganges River Dolphin Census 2021, conducted by the Wildlife Institute of India, estimated the population of the species in the Ganges and its tributaries at 1,913. The census also highlighted the need for conservation measures to protect the critically endangered species.

These are some of the important current affairs related to environment and ecology in India that took place in the month of February.