7 February 2024 Current Affairs in English

7 February 2024 Current Affairs

7 February 2024 Current Affairs refers to the latest news and events happening worldwide and are relevant to our daily lives. Staying updated with the 7 February 2024 Current Affairs is essential for students who are preparing for exams, especially competitive exams, as it forms an important part of the syllabus. The importance of the 7 February 2024 Current Affairs lies in its ability to help students enhance their general knowledge, improve their reading and comprehension skills, and develop their critical thinking abilities.

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CCI approves the acquisition of 100% shareholding of Interise Investment Managers Limited by the CPIH, AIL – II. and Ontario Inc.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the proposed combination involving the acquisition of 100% shareholding of Interise Investment Managers Limited by the CPIH, AIL – II. and Ontario Inc. CPPIB India Private Holdings Inc. (CIPH) is a Canadian corporation and is an investment holding company which invests in a diversified portfolio of assets.

CCI approves acquisition of 70% stake by Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. in Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Limited

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of a 70% stake by Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. (Acquirer) in Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Limited (Target). The Proposed Combination involves an acquisition of a majority stake in Target by the Acquirer from Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited.

CCI approves acquisition of certain shareholding of Shadowfax Technologies Private Limited by NewQuest Asia Fund IV (Singapore)

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of certain shareholding of Shadowfax Technologies Private Limited by NewQuest Asia Fund IV (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. TPG NQ is part of a closed private equity fund, managed by TPG NewQuest (formerly known as NewQuest Capital Partners).

Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Ajay Bhatt on a visit to Riyadh for the World Defence Show 2024

Bearing testimony to the growing defence ties between India and Saudi Arabia, Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Ajay Bhatt is on a visit to Riyadh as head of the Indian delegation for the ongoing World Defence Show 2024. On behalf of the GOI, the Raksha Rajya Mantri extended his greetings to the leadership of SA for hosting the impressive event which culminates on 4 February 2024.

Lok Sabha passes the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2024

Lok Sabha has passed the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2024. The historic Bill aims at empowering (i) the Pahari Ethnic Group (ii) Padari Tribes (iii) Koli and (iv) Gadda Brahmin by providing Scheduled Tribe status. This has been a long pending demand of these communities.

Shri Dharmendra Pradhan launches EdCIL Vidyanjali Scholarship Programme

Union Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, launched the EdCIL Vidyanjali Scholarship Programme on 6th February 2024 in New Delhi.

Lok Sabha passes ‘The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024’

The Lok Sabha has passed ‘The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024’ aimed at curbing leaks, malpractices as well as organised malpractices in recruitment examinations like UPSC, SSC etc and entrance tests such as NEET, JEE, and CUET. The Bill is aimed at preventing organised gangs and institutions that are involved in unfair means for monetary gains.

Union Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur kicks off 1st BIMSTEC Aquatics Championships

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Shri Sports Anurag Singh Thakur kicked off the BIMSTEC Aquatics Championships 2024 today in New Delhi. The BIMSTEC Aquatics Championships is being held for the first time.

INDIA AGEING REPORT 2023

The “India Ageing Report 2023” has been prepared by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and International Institute of Population Sciences (IIPS), on the welfare of senior citizens in India. The Government of India has been addressing the challenges and opportunities related to elderly care through various constitutional provisions.

Iran announces visa-free travel for Indian nationals

The Iranian government has approved a visa-free policy for Indian nationals. This policy will be only valid for tourism purposes. With this exemption, Indian citizens holding ordinary passports can enter Iran without a visa once every six months for a maximum stay of 15 days.

HDFC Bank rolls out 4 SME credit cards for entrepreneurs, freelancers

India’s largest private sector bank, HDFC Bank, on February 6 launched four new small and medium enterprises (SME)-focused credit cards to cater to the specific needs of entrepreneurs, freelancers, and professionals.

The biggest USP of the cards is that they will provide 55 days of interest-free credit, the highest number of days offered by any bank.

Aether Industries to commission 15 MW solar power plant in Gujarat’s Bharuch

Aether Industries will commission a 15 MW solar power project (Auto-Tracker Modules) under the Captive Power Producer (CPP) segment in the Bharuch district of Gujarat to become more sustainable.

Max Financial gets IRDAI nod for capital infusion of Rs 1,612 cr by Axis Bank into Max Life Insurance

Max Financial Services announced that it has received approval from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) for a capital infusion of Rs 1,612 crore by Axis Bank into the company’s material subsidiary, Max Life Insurance.

India will be the world’s biggest oil demand growth driver through 2030: IEA

India will in seven years become the largest source of global oil demand growth as its domestic production shrinks by 22%, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). The two trends have major implications as India is already the world’s second-largest net importer, said the agency in a report released at the India Energy Week in Goa.

NITI Aayog and Kingdom of the Netherlands release ‘LNG as a Transportation Fuel in Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicle’ Report

NITI Aayog and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands released a report titled ‘LNG as a Transportation Fuel in Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicle’ on Feb 6, 2024, at India Energy Week. NITI Aayog and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands have been actively collaborating in the field of energy transition under the Statement of Intent partnership since 2020.

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