National Science Day 2025 focuses on empowering Indian youth for leadership in science and innovation. The theme aligns with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, aiming to develop India as a global leader.

Bond Central' is a new centralized database portal introduced by SEBI to provide a single, authentic source of information about corporate bonds. It is publicly accessible and free of cost.

The Geological Survey of India (GSI) will celebrate its 175th Foundation Day on March 4, 2025. It was established in 1851 and has been pivotal in geological mapping and mineral exploration.

Tuhin Kanta Pandey, India’s Finance Secretary, has been appointed as the 11th Chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for a three-year term, succeeding Madhabi Puri Buch.

The CISF's Recruits Training Centre in Arakkonam has been renamed after Chola prince Rajaditya, who died in the 949 CE Battle of Thakkolam. Rajaditya is referenced in Chola inscriptions and the famous historical novel, Ponniyin Selvan.

Jahan-e-Khusrau 2025, marking its 25th anniversary, was held at Sunder Nursery, New Delhi, from February 28 to March 2, 2025. The festival celebrates Sufi music, poetry, and spiritual heritage.

According to a World Bank report, India needs to grow by 7.8% on average over the next 22 years to achieve high-income status by 2047. The country has shown a growth rate of 6.3% between 2000 and 2024.

The Aditya-L1 mission, launched by India on September 2, 2023, captured the first-ever image of a solar flare kernel in the lower solar atmosphere. The Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT) payload was responsible for this breakthrough observation.

Friedrich Merz, leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), will be the next Chancellor of Germany after his party, in alliance with the Christian Social Union (CSU), won the 2025 federal elections.

The Telangana government has mandated Telugu as a compulsory subject for Class 9 students in all schools, irrespective of their educational board, starting from the 2025-26 academic year.

The 'One Nation-One Port Process (ONOP)' aims to streamline operations across India's major ports, improving efficiency and reducing operational delays and costs.

Intuitive Machines is preparing to launch Athena, a robotic moon lander. Athena will study the Moon's chemical composition and search for subsurface water in its south polar region.

India successfully test-fired the NASM-SR missile from a Seaking helicopter off the coast of Odisha. This missile is a significant development in India’s naval capabilities.

The $5 million 'Gold Card' visa replaces the EB-5 program and aims to attract high-net-worth individuals by offering a path to US citizenship in exchange for financial investment.

The theme of Saras Aajeevika Mela 2025 focused on developing the export potential of Lakhpati Self Help Group (SHG) Didis. The event promoted rural artisans and Self Help Groups, enhancing their market reach and sustainability.

AMFI (Association of Mutual Funds in India) launched these initiatives to enhance financial inclusion, raise awareness about investing, and make it easier for people to retrieve unclaimed investments.

*Heart Lamp*, a short story collection by Kannada writer Banu Mushtaq and translated by Deepa Bhasthi, made history by becoming the first Kannada title to be longlisted for the prestigious International Booker Prize.

Denmark’s Green Transition Alliance India (GTAI) is focused on strengthening collaboration with India in sustainable energy solutions. It is a part of the broader Green Strategic Partnership that aims to advance both countries’ commitment to carbon neutrality.

The Ministry of Ayush conferred “National Dhanvantari Ayurveda Awards” to -

– Vaidya Tara Chand Sharma (Expert in Nadi Vaidya)
– Vaidya Maya Ram Uniyal (Dravyaguna Vigyana scholar)
– Vaidya Sameer Govind Jamadagni (Founder of Ayurveda education initiatives)

Prakriti 2025 was the first international conference on carbon markets and was held in New Delhi. It brought together experts and delegates to discuss India’s goals for reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable energy solutions.

The poem 'Anadi Mi, Anant Mi' written by freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar won the first Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Rajya Prerna Geet Award by the Maharashtra government. This award recognizes the importance of literature and art in shaping the nation’s values.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientists, using data from the Chandrayaan-3 mission, created the first detailed geological map of the Moon’s south pole. The findings provide important insights into the Moon’s origin and evolution.

The MoUs signed between the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India and IIT Madras aim to strengthen audit practices through digital collaboration, focusing on areas like data governance and AI, alongside environmental audits and the ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) framework.

The Dharma Guardian exercise is an annual joint military training event between India and Japan, and this year it took place in Japan. The exercise is a significant event for enhancing military cooperation between the two countries.

The First Regional Dialogue on Social Justice was inaugurated by Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya in New Delhi. It is part of the Global Coalition for Social Justice, which promotes decent work and social protection.

Indore has retained its position as the cleanest city in India for the seventh consecutive year in the 9th edition of Swachh Survekshan 2024.

The Khajuraho Dance Festival is celebrated annually in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, and is one of the most prominent cultural events in India. The 51st edition took place from February 20 to 26, 2025.

India emerged as the top IPO market in 2024, accounting for 23% of global IPOs and raising $19.5 billion. India launched 268 IPOs in 2024, with Hyundai Motors’ IPO being the largest.

IndusInd Bank has partnered with the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) as its official Banking Partner. This partnership focuses on enhancing the banking experience for Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNIs) and High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs).

Pankaj Advani from India won the 2025 Asian Snooker Championship, defeating Amir Sarkosh of Iran. This was Advani's 14th Asian title in snooker and billiards.

Mohun Bagan Super Giant secured their second consecutive Indian Super League (ISL) Winners Shield by defeating Odisha FC 1-0 at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium on February 23, 2025.

Bisleri International signed an MoU with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) for the 'Adopt a Heritage 2.0 Programme,' aiming to restore and conserve historic water bodies at heritage sites across India.

Sunil Bharti Mittal is the founder and chairman of Bharti Enterprises, and he was awarded the Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE) for his contribution to strengthening India-UK business relations.

Saurav Ghosal is a famous Indian squash player who made a remarkable comeback by winning the Octane Sydney Classic title. He had retired in 2023 but returned to compete in the PSA Tour in 2025.

Mayadhar Raut was a legendary Odissi dance maestro, often referred to as the 'Father of Odissi dance.' He was conferred with the Padma Shri in 2010 for his contribution to the art form.

The Indian Navy transferred the decommissioned INS Guldar to Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation for conversion into India’s first underwater museum and artificial reef, which will also aid in Navy diving training.

Virat Kohli set a record by becoming the fastest batter to reach 14,000 ODI runs, achieving the milestone in 287 innings, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara.

PM Modi inaugurated the two-day Global Investors Summit (GIS) 2025 in Bhopal, with participation from entrepreneurs across 60 countries. The summit aims to position Madhya Pradesh as a global investment hub.

Jhumoir Binandini, also known as Jhumur, is a traditional folk dance performed by the Adivasi tea tribes of Assam during the harvest season. It is celebrated with musical instruments like Madal, Dhol, and Flute.

The Reserve Bank of India launched the Financial Literacy Week 2025 under the theme 'Financial Literacy Women's Prosperity.' The initiative promotes financial awareness among the people.

The two-day coastal security exercise 'Sagar Kavach' was coordinated by the Indian Coast Guard in West Bengal. It involved simulated hijackings, smuggling attempts, and threats, with joint operations from various security forces.

The first edition of the SOUL Leadership Conclave 2025 was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event focuses on nurturing leaders who can contribute to national and global progress, and a new SOUL campus will be established near GIFT City in Gujarat.

Chinese researchers discovered a new bat coronavirus, named HKU5-CoV-2. This virus has the potential to infect human cells using the ACE2 receptor, a pathway shared with the SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for COVID-19.

ISRO has developed a 10-tonne vertical planetary mixer, the largest of its kind globally. This mixer will improve the efficiency, safety, and productivity of solid propellant production for rocket motors, playing a crucial role in India’s space exploration initiatives.

Purnima Devi Barman, an Indian biologist and wildlife conservationist, was named in TIME Magazine’s Women of the Year 2025 list. The recognition honors extraordinary leaders working toward a more equitable and sustainable world, and Purnima’s efforts in wildlife conservation have been acknowledged globally.

Microsoft introduced Magma, a multimodal AI model capable of understanding both images and language in digital and physical environments. It can interpret real-world tasks and integrate both verbal and spatial intelligence, enhancing the potential of AI in various applications, including robotics and navigation.

India’s first zoo-based biobank is located at the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (PNHZP) in Darjeeling, West Bengal. This biobank, in collaboration with the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCM, aims to collect and preserve DNA, tissues, and reproductive cells from endangered species for future research and conservation.

Vishvaa Rajakumar, a 20-year-old student from Puducherry, won the Memory League World Championship 2025. He set remarkable records, including memorizing 80 digits in just 13.50 seconds and 30 images in 8.40 seconds.

Nayanamritham 2.0 is an AI-assisted eye screening initiative introduced by the Kerala government. It aims to detect chronic eye diseases like glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy (DR), and age-related macular degeneration (AM. This program is in partnership with health-tech company Remidio and is the world’s first government-led AI-assisted eye screening initiative.