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The 12th All India Pension Adalat will be held in New Delhi to address long-pending pension grievances of retired Central Government employees.
Event Details:
- Chaired by – Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions
- Organized by – Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare
- Cases Identified – Around 180 grievances for resolution
- Objective – Fast-track resolution of pension-related issues
Pension Adalats are specialized grievance redressal forums for retired government employees. They provide direct hearing and resolution of issues related to pension disbursement, family pension, arrears, and other retirement benefits, improving accountability and timely service delivery.
India will host the First Regional Dialogue on Global Coalition for Social Justice on February 24, 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Event Details:
- Date – February 24, 2025
- Venue – Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
- Inaugurated by – Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya
- Organized by – Ministry of Labour and Employment
- Partner Organizations – Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Employers’ Federation of India (EFI)
Focus Areas:
- Promoting social justice and equitable growth
- Workforce inclusivity and labor reforms
- Sustainable social policies
Bharat Mandapam is a major international convention venue in New Delhi that hosted the G20 Summit in 2023. This dialogue strengthens regional cooperation on equitable growth and labor welfare initiatives.
NTPC Limited, India’s largest integrated power utility, won the Forward Faster Sustainability Award 2025 in the Water Resilience category.
Award Details:
- Recipient – NTPC Limited
- Category – Water Resilience
- Conferred by – UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI)
- Event Location – Chennai
- Recognition for – Sustainable water management initiatives
UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) promotes sustainable corporate practices aligned with United Nations principles. This award recognizes NTPC’s efforts in water conservation, recycling, and sustainable resource management in power generation.
The 38th National Games 2025 concluded successfully in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, marking a major milestone in Indian sports with strong emphasis on sustainability.
Games Highlights:
- Venue – Haldwani, Uttarakhand
- Participation – Over 10,000 athletes
- Sports Covered – 35 sports categories
- Special Focus – Sustainability and eco-friendly practices
The National Games are India’s premier multi-sport event showcasing the country’s top athletic talent across diverse disciplines. The 38th edition’s focus on sustainability sets a new benchmark for eco-friendly sporting events in India.
💼 Business & Economy
The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) recorded 2.31% annual inflation in January 2025, indicating price trends at the wholesale level.
Inflation Data:
- WPI Inflation – 2.31% (provisional) for January 2025
- Comparison – Year-on-year against January 2024
- Released by – Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)
- Under – Ministry of Commerce and Industry
WPI (Wholesale Price Index) measures inflation at the producer/wholesale level, tracking prices of goods before they reach retail consumers. This differs from CPI (Consumer Price Index), which measures retail inflation. WPI data helps guide economic and monetary policy decisions by providing early signals of inflationary pressures.
👔 Appointments
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved the reappointment of R. Subramaniakumar as Managing Director & CEO of Ratnakar Bank for a three-year term.
Appointment Details:
- Name – R. Subramaniakumar
- Position – Managing Director & CEO
- Bank – Ratnakar Bank Limited (RBL Bank)
- Tenure – June 23, 2025 to June 22, 2028 (three years)
- Approved by – Reserve Bank of India
- Subject to – Shareholder approval under RBI and SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015
The RBI regulates the appointment and tenure of private bank CEOs to ensure competent leadership and banking stability. SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 govern corporate disclosure standards for listed companies, including banks.
🔬 Science & Technology
Tata Elxsi and Garuda Aerospace formalized a partnership to establish a dedicated UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) design, engineering, and certification centre.
Partnership Details:
- Partners – Tata Elxsi and Garuda Aerospace
- Agreement Signed – Aero India 2025 (February 10–14, 2025)
- Objective – Establish comprehensive UAV design and certification facility
- Focus Sectors – Defence, agriculture, smart cities, logistics
- Alignment – ‘Make in India’ initiative
UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle), commonly known as drones, are increasingly used across defence surveillance, precision agriculture, disaster management, delivery services, and urban planning. This partnership boosts indigenous drone manufacturing and technological self-reliance, reducing dependence on imports.
🕊️ Obituaries
Renowned folk singer and Padma Shri awardee Sukri Bommagowda passed away at the age of 84.
Life and Legacy:
- Age – 84 years
- Award – Padma Shri (India’s fourth-highest civilian honor)
- Native Place – Badageri village, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka
- Contribution – Played a key role in preserving traditional folk music and cultural heritage
- Final Days – Underwent treatment in Manipal before returning home
Padma Shri is one of India’s highest civilian awards, conferred for distinguished service in various fields. Sukri Bommagowda dedicated her life to preserving and promoting traditional folk music, keeping alive the rich cultural heritage of Karnataka’s folk traditions.
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