‘Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority’ (IEPFA) has entered into an agreement with DBS Bank to spread awareness on investment and fraudulent schemes.
As per the MOU, the Bank will take forward IEPFA’s investor awareness campaign by disseminating security messages through its various digital platforms. IEPFA was established in the year 2016.
Reports & Indices
3. What is India’s rank in Henley Passport Index 2024? – 85th
The Kula Mama Volleyball Tournament-2024 at Melghat Tiger Reserve’s Semadoh promotes tiger and forest conservation with local youth engagement.
Melghat Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra, established in 1967, declared a tiger reserve in 1974, and the first in the state, is located in the Amaravati district.
Characterized by tropical dry deciduous forests and major rivers, it plays a crucial role in protecting wildlife.
State Current Affairs
5. Where was the first ‘Child-Friendly Police Station’ inaugurated? – Maharashtra
A child-friendly police station has been inaugurated in Maharashtra’s Dhule district at Azadnagar Police Station.
Conceived by District Collector Abhinav Goyal and Women and Child Development Officer Rajendra Birari, the initiative aims to create a safe and enjoyable space for children.
A room on the ground floor is adorned with child-friendly pictures.
6. Where is the 11th International Puppet Festival being held? – Chandigarh
The 11th International Puppet Festival is being organized in Chandigarh.
The program was inaugurated by Punjab Governor and UT Administrator BanwarilalPurohit. It is being organized at Tagore Theater from 17th February to 21st February.
7. In which state has ‘Himalayan Basket’ been launched recently? – Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched ‘Himalayan Basket’ at his residence.
Himalayan Basket was started in 2018 by Sumit and Sneha Thapliyal.
Under ‘Himalayan Basket’, agricultural products like milk, turmeric and mint are purchased and different products are made from them and supplied abroad.
International Affairs
Miscellaneous
8. Recently, NASA and which country’s space agency have joined to launch the world’s first wooden satellite? – Japan
The Sominsai festival, deeply ingrained in Japanese culture, recently marked its millennium-long legacy’s final celebration.
This ancient tradition, occurring on the seventh day of the Lunar New Year, showcased fervent nude wrestling matches among hundreds of men over wooden talismans.
The festival, a captivating spectacle of tradition and spirituality, has left an indelible mark on Japan’s cultural landscape.
10. Recently, which country’s parliament has passed the Quad Bill to enhance cooperation? – United States
The US House of Representatives has bolstered the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) by passing legislation to strengthen ties among the member nations – USA, Australia, India, and Japan.
The bill mandates the creation of an Intra-Parliamentary Working Group for regular discussions among lawmakers, fostering political exchanges.
Sports
Sports Personalities in News
11. Who has been named as the ‘State Icon’ of Punjab under the voter awareness campaign? – Shubman Gill
Young Indian cricketerShubman Gill has been named as the “state icon” for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections by the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab.
