The India SAF Alliance was launched to foster collaborative efforts toward achieving India's climate goals and promoting sustainable aviation fuels.

The Watershed Yatra is a national-level outreach campaign aimed at promoting awareness and participation in watershed development activities under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana.

The facility at the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) focuses on biomedical research, particularly in vaccine development and therapeutic testing.

Wriddhiman Saha, a former wicketkeeper-batter for India, announced his retirement from all formats of the game.

This withdrawal follows previous actions like the US pulling out of WHO and the Paris Agreement, with Trump accusing international bodies of bias against Israel.

The renaming of Fort William to Vijay Durg is part of efforts to eliminate colonial legacies and align with PM Modi’s vision of removing colonial mindsets in the armed forces.

The Seabed 2030 project aims to map the entire ocean floor by 2030, and the new data will help with better ocean management, maritime safety, and environmental protection.

Epicoccum indicum was identified through morpho-cultural traits and molecular phylogenetic analysis. It forms a distinct clade, and the research was published in the journal Fungal Diversity.

The surrender of Lakshmi marked the end of active Naxalism in the state. Karnataka’s Naxal-free status was also confirmed by the surrender committee, which confirmed 22 Naxal surrenders in 2025.

The manufacturing unit is set up by TATA Power's solar energy manufacturing arm, TP Solar Limited, with an investment of ₹3,800 crore. The Chief Minister also laid the foundation stone for Vikram Solar’s manufacturing facility.

IIT Madras achieved multiple breakthroughs, including: India’s first Hyperloop test track, Development of 155 Smart Ammunition with Munitions India Ltd., and World’s first 3D images of the human fetal brain.

IIT Madras, in collaboration with Karkinos Healthcare, launched BCGA to identify cancer-specific biomarkers for early detection, focusing on underrepresented Indian genetic data.

The Government of India launched the Haj Suvidha App to assist Indian Haj pilgrims by providing essential services for a smooth and fulfilling pilgrimage experience.

The NIELIT Centre of Excellence in Chip Design was inaugurated in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, strengthening India’s VLSI & semiconductor capabilities.

INST Mohali researchers in India developed a self-actuating drug delivery system for arthritis, which releases methotrexate only when inflammation occurs, minimizing side effects.

Simona Halep, a Romanian tennis player, was a two-time Grand Slam champion (2018 French Open & 2019 Wimbledon). She retired due to physical limitations after a doping ban that was later reduced on appeal.

Soweto-born Tshego Gaelae became the first Black woman to win Mrs. World 2025 in Las Vegas. Mrs. World is the first beauty pageant exclusively for married women.

The Chinese Shenzhou-19 crew became the first to achieve artificial photosynthesis in space, producing oxygen and ethylene for rocket fuel. This technology supports China’s moon mission by converting CO₂ and water at room temperature.

A23a is a trillion-ton iceberg covering 400 sq. miles, which drifted away from Antarctica’s Filchner Ice Shelf after being grounded for 37 years. It is currently 300 km from South Georgia Island, raising concerns about its ecological impact on local wildlife.

Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, also known as Aga Khan IV, was the spiritual leader of millions of Ismaili Muslims worldwide. He held this position from 1957 until his death and was awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2015.

The saffron reedtail damselfly, identified as part of the Platystictidae family, was recently discovered in Madugundu, Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka, marking its first appearance in the northern Western Ghats of India.

Bart De Wever has taken the oath as the new Prime Minister of Belgium in a ceremony before King Philippe of Belgium.

World Cancer Day is observed annually on February 4th to raise awareness about cancer and encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. The theme for 2025-2027 is 'United by Unique.'

The Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan initiative is aimed at promoting battlefield tourism and celebrating the valor of India's Armed Forces, with 77 historically significant sites identified for tourism.

Avaada Group, specializing in renewable energy and green hydrogen, has partnered with Casale, a leader in ammonia technology, to develop a 1,500 tons per day green ammonia plant in Gopalpur, Odisha.

The Gujarat government has formed a five-member committee headed by former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai to assess and draft a bill for the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC).

The Indian government has increased the FDI limit in the insurance sector from 74% to 100%, aiming to attract global insurers into the Indian market.

Maharashtra has announced plans to establish India's first AI university. A dedicated task force has been formed to work on this ambitious project.

LAWS are autonomous systems using AI to identify, select, and eliminate targets, often called 'killer robots.' Many countries, including China, Russia, and the USA, are investing in these systems.

The saffron reedtail damselfly, an indicator of a healthy ecosystem, was discovered in the northern Western Ghats at Madugundu, Chikkamagaluru.

Karnataka has taken significant steps under the Siddaramaiah-led government to enable requests for dignified deaths by setting up medical boards in hospitals.

Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers won the 6th Men’s Hockey India League 2024-25 title, defeating Hyderabad Toofan at the Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium in Rourkela, Odisha.

R Praggnanandhaa defeated World Champion D. Gukesh 2-1 in a dramatic tiebreaker to win the Tata Steel Masters Chess 2025.

‘Ekuverin’ means ‘Friends’ in Dhivehi. It is a joint military exercise between India and the Maldives conducted alternately in both countries.

The IBCA, officially launched in 2023, aims to promote conservation of big cats globally, and its Framework Agreement came into force in January 2025.

Chandrika Tandon, of Indian origin, won the Best New Age Album award for 'Triveni' at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards 2025.

The Central Zoo Authority has approved the establishment of a white tiger breeding centre in Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, which is known for having a high tiger population.

NPCI will ban the use of special characters in transaction IDs to enhance security and standardize UPI transactions.

Niger became the first African country and the fifth globally to eliminate onchocerciasis, a disease transmitted by black flies.

The mission aims to support the research and development of SMRs with an outlay of 20,000 crores, contributing to India's energy transition efforts.

Jyothi Yarraji set a new national record in the women's 60m hurdles at the Meeting de Nantes Métropole in France on January 26, 2025, with a time of 8.04 seconds.

India's U19 women’s cricket team successfully defended their title by defeating South Africa in the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed the creation of the Makhana Board to support the Makhana (foxnut) industry in Bihar.

The theme commemorates 75 years of the Republic of India and focuses on India’s diverse culture, literature, and people.

Tamil Nadu now holds the record with 20 Ramsar sites, making it the state with the most Ramsar sites in India.