1. Highway Construction in India (FY24):
The Road Secretary aims for 12,000–13,000 kilometers of highway construction in the financial year 2023-24, despite challenges.
2. Defense Exports and BrahMos Missiles Delivery:
- India targets Rs. 35,000 crore defense exports by 2024-25 and plans to deliver BrahMos missiles to the Philippines in March 2024.
3. Surrogacy Rules Amendment:
- The Centre amended surrogacy rules, allowing couples to use donor gametes.
4. Skill India Centre Inauguration:
- The first Skill India Centre (SIC) opened to provide quality education and skill training, empowering youth for the 21st century.
5. Guru Ravidas Jayanti Celebration:
- Guru Ravidas Jayanti, celebrating the birth anniversary of the revered saint and poet, was observed in North India on February 24, 2024.
6. Gati Shakti Research Chair at IIM Shillong:
- The Ministry of Ports collaborates with IIM Shillong to establish the 'Gati Shakti Research Chair,' focusing on multimodal logistics.
7. NTPC Renewable Energy's Solar Project in Rajasthan:
- NTPC inaugurates a 70 MW solar project in Rajasthan, contributing to India's renewable energy sector.
8. Philippines Ratifies ILO Convention:
- The Philippines becomes the first Asian country to ratify the Violence and Harassment Convention 2019, addressing workplace issues.
9. Mobile World Congress 2024:
- The Mobile World Congress, hosted by GSMA in Barcelona from February 26, brings together global mobile industry leaders.
10. SJVN's Gujrai Solar Power Plant in Uttar Pradesh:
- SJVN inaugurates a 50 MW solar power plant in Uttar Pradesh, contributing to India's renewable energy capacity.
11. Bank of Baroda's GDP Growth Projection:
- Bank of Baroda forecasts India's GDP growth at 6.75-6.8% for FY25, with positive indicators for the economy.
12. Central Excise Day and World Peace Day:
- India observes Central Excise Day on February 24, celebrating the CBIC's foundation. World Peace Day on February 23 promotes global harmony.
13. Nokia and IISc Partnership for 6G Research:
- Nokia and IISc collaborate for pioneering 6G technology research in Bengaluru, focusing on various aspects.
14. A S Rajeev Appointed Vigilance Commissioner:
- A S Rajeev, former MD and CEO of Bank of Maharashtra, is appointed as the Vigilance Commissioner of the Central Vigilance Commission.
15. Jacintha Kalyan, India’s First Female Pitch Curator:
- Jacintha Kalyan makes history as India’s first female pitch curator, bringing diversity to cricket.
16. IIT Guwahati's Largest Drone Pilot Training Organisation:
- IIT Guwahati establishes India’s largest Remote Pilot Training Organisation (RPTO) for drone technology training.
17. Karnataka Cricketer K Hoysala's Passing:
- Karnataka cricketer K Hoysala, aged 34, passes away due to a cardiac arrest, leaving a void in the cricketing community.
18. Giant Anaconda Discovery in Amazon Rainforest:
- National Geographic discovers a massive Northern Green Anaconda in the Amazon rainforest, challenging perceptions of the natural world.
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