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Polity & Governance
Delhi’s New Chief Minister
Rekha Gupta took oath as Chief Minister of Delhi in February 2025, becoming the fourth woman CM of Delhi. The Chief Minister is the head of the elected government in states and Union Territories with legislatures. Delhi, as the National Capital Territory, has a unique governance structure with both an elected government and Lieutenant Governor.
Culture & Heritage
150 Years of India Meteorological Department
India’s first Open-Air Art Wall Museum was inaugurated at Mausam Bhawan, New Delhi, commemorating 150 years of IMD (established 1875). The IMD is India’s official agency for weather forecasting, seismology, and meteorological services, operating under the Ministry of Earth Sciences with a network of observatories across the country.
Technology
Digital Solutions for Forest Fire Management
Uttarakhand’s Forest Fire App reduces response time to five hours through GPS-based tracking and real-time monitoring. The app enables rapid deployment of firefighting teams by providing precise location data and fire intensity information. Digital monitoring tools are revolutionizing disaster management by improving coordination between ground teams and control centers.
Business & Economy
Karnataka Bank’s Centenary
Karnataka Bank celebrated its 100th anniversary in February 2025, marking a century of banking services. Founded in 1924 in Mangalore, the bank has grown from a regional cooperative to a scheduled commercial bank with pan-India presence. Centenary celebrations often involve launching new financial products and strategic initiatives for future growth.
Business & Economy
Reliance Industries’ Global Brand Recognition
Reliance Industries ranked 2nd globally in the Future Brand Index 2024, surpassing companies like Apple and Nike. The Future Brand Index evaluates corporate perception, innovation capacity, and future-readiness based on factors like purpose-driven leadership, sustainability, and market positioning. This recognition reflects Reliance’s diversification across energy, retail, telecom, and technology sectors.
Economy
Urban Unemployment Data Q3 FY25
India’s urban unemployment rate remained at 6.4% in Q3 FY25 as per Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) data. PLFS, conducted by the National Statistical Office, provides quarterly updates on employment and unemployment indicators in urban areas and annual estimates for rural areas, serving as a key metric for economic policymaking.
International
2025 BAFTA Awards
Adrien Brody won Best Actor for The Brutalist at the 2025 BAFTA Awards. BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) is one of cinema’s most prestigious institutions, with awards recognizing excellence in film, television, and games. The ceremony is considered a significant predictor for the Academy Awards (Oscars).
Environment
AI in Wildlife Conservation
TrailGuard AI is deployed at Similipal Tiger Reserve, Odisha for anti-poaching surveillance. The AI-powered camera system uses machine learning to distinguish between humans, animals, and vehicles, sending real-time alerts to forest rangers. Similipal is home to melanistic tigers (pseudo-melanistic) and represents India’s innovative approach to wildlife protection using technology.
Sports
Milind Rege: Mumbai Cricket Legend
Milind Rege, former Mumbai cricket captain, passed away on February 19, 2025, at age 76. He was associated with five consecutive Ranji Trophy victories during Mumbai’s golden era of domestic cricket. The Ranji Trophy, named after cricketer Ranjitsinhji, is India’s premier first-class cricket tournament contested by state teams.
International
World Day of Social Justice
World Day of Social Justice is observed on February 20 annually by the United Nations to promote efforts tackling poverty, exclusion, unemployment, and inequality. The day emphasizes the need for fair globalization, decent work, gender equality, and social protection. It was first celebrated in 2009 following the UN General Assembly’s adoption of the observance.
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Who is Delhi’s new Chief Minister in 2025?
Rekha Gupta
Fourth woman CM of Delhi
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Where was India’s first Open-Air Art Wall Museum inaugurated?
Mausam Bhawan
Commemorates 150 years of IMD
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What is the response time achieved by Uttarakhand’s Forest Fire App?
Five hours
Uses GPS-based tracking and real-time monitoring
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Which anniversary did Karnataka Bank celebrate in February 2025?
100th anniversary
Centenary celebration with new product launches
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What was India’s urban unemployment rate in Q3 FY25?
6.4%
As per PLFS data
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Which AI system is used in Similipal Tiger Reserve?
TrailGuard AI
Anti-poaching surveillance system
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When is World Day of Social Justice observed?
February 20
UN observance day for social equity
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What does PLFS stand for?
Periodic Labour Force Survey
Conducted by National Statistical Office
Think & Discuss
AI in Wildlife Conservation: Technology Solution or Surveillance Overreach?
Context from today’s quiz: TrailGuard AI has been deployed at Similipal Tiger Reserve for anti-poaching surveillance, using machine learning to distinguish between humans, animals, and vehicles while sending real-time alerts to forest rangers. This represents a growing trend of technology-driven conservation across India’s protected areas.
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AI-powered surveillance systems are increasingly being deployed in tiger reserves and wildlife sanctuaries across India, promising enhanced protection against poaching and illegal activities. Proponents argue these systems provide 24/7 monitoring capabilities that human rangers cannot match, enabling rapid response to threats. However, critics raise concerns about technology dependence, privacy implications for local communities living near forests, and whether surveillance addresses root causes of poaching—poverty and lack of alternative livelihoods.
Does AI-based surveillance represent the future of wildlife conservation, or should India prioritize community-based conservation models that address socio-economic drivers of poaching?
Does AI-based surveillance represent the future of wildlife conservation, or should India prioritize community-based conservation models that address socio-economic drivers of poaching?
- How do we balance the effectiveness of AI surveillance systems with the rights and privacy of forest-dwelling communities and tribal populations who have coexisted with wildlife for generations?
- Given that poaching is often driven by economic desperation rather than malice, should conservation budgets prioritize technology deployment or community livelihood programs that create stake-holding partnerships with local populations?
- What happens when AI systems fail or are sabotaged—are we creating dangerous dependencies on technology that could leave wildlife vulnerable, rather than building resilient, human-centered conservation systems?
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