1. Elavenil Valarivan wins 10m air rifle gold in Asian Shooting Championships

• Gold Medal Win: Elavenil Valarivan secured the gold medal in the women's 10m air rifle event at the 16th Asian Championships.  
• Score: She achieved a remarkable score of 253.6 in the final. 
• Competition: The competition was held in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, where Valarivan outperformed China's Xinlu Peng and Korea's Eunji Kwon.
• Valarivan's Achievement: This win marks India's second senior gold in the event and adds to Valarivan's impressive record of multiple World Cup golds.
• Fellow Indian Competitor: Mehuli Ghosh finished fourth with a score of 208.9.

2. Iran Conducts “Sustainable Power 1404” Missile Drills in Gulf

• Location and Scope: The drills took place in the northern Indian Ocean and the Sea of Oman, involving surface and subsurface vessels, aerial units, coastal-to-sea and sea-based missile platforms, and electronic warfare systems.
• Missile Tests: Iran tested precision-guided cruise missiles, including the Nasir, Qadir, and Qader anti-ship cruise missiles, which successfully hit their targets.
• Objectives: The exercise aims to strengthen combat readiness, enhance planning and command capabilities, and demonstrate deterrence.
• Regional Tensions: The military exercise comes amid heightened tensions with Israel, following a 12-day war that saw Israel destroy Iranian air defense systems and bomb nuclear facilities. Iran has warned of a strong response to any future Israeli aggression.
• Military Capabilities: The drills feature advanced drone operations, electronic warfare exercises, and live missile launches, highlighting Iran's growing defense industry and military capabilities.

3. NASA Discovers 29th Satellite of Uranus, Named S/2025 U1

• Discovery: NASA's James Webb Space Telescope discovered a new moon orbiting Uranus, which was identified on February 2, 2025, by a team led by the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI).
• Size and Orbit: The satellite, S/2025 U1, is estimated to be about 10 kilometers in diameter and orbits Uranus at a distance of approximately 56,000 kilometers.
• Significance: This discovery is significant because the moon's small size prevented NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft from spotting it in 1986, showcasing the advanced capabilities of the James Webb Space Telescope.
• Naming: The satellite will be given another name at a later stage, pending approval from the International Astronomical Union (IAU).
• Research: The discovery highlights the effectiveness of modern astronomy, with scientists like Maryame El Moutamid from SwRI's Solar System Science and Exploration Division, emphasizing the importance of this find in expanding our understanding of Uranus' satellite family.

4. Torrent Group inaugurated UP's first Hydrogen Plant

• Location and Capacity: The plant is located in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, and has an annual production capacity of 72 tonnes of green hydrogen.
• Green Hydrogen Production: The plant uses electrolysis powered by renewable energy to split water into hydrogen and oxygen, producing green hydrogen that is then blended with natural gas.
• Blending and Distribution: The blended fuel, with up to 2% green hydrogen concentration, will be supplied to households, CNG stations, and industries through the existing natural gas pipeline network in Gorakhpur.
• Significance and Impact: This project marks a significant step towards India's energy transition and National Green Hydrogen Mission, reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable development in the region.
• State Support and Future Plans: Uttar Pradesh has set a target of producing 1 million metric tonnes per annum of green hydrogen, with a dedicated policy to attract investments.

5. Indian Army Initiates Exercise Shakti 2025 in Assam

• Exercise Shakti 2025: The Indian Army has initiated Exercise Shakti 2025 in Assam to enhance its operational preparedness.
• Objective: The exercise aims to improve the army's combat capabilities in diverse terrains.
• Location: Assam provides a strategic location for the exercise, given its proximity to international borders.
• Training: The exercise involves advanced training and tactical operations.
• Preparedness: Such exercises demonstrate the Indian Army's commitment to national security and readiness .

6. Tapasya secured India’s first-ever gold at the 2025 U20 World Wrestling Championships

• Gold Medal Winner: Tapasya won the gold medal in the women's 57kg category by defeating Felicitas Domajeva of Norway 5-2 in the final.
• Tournament Performance: Tapasya had an impressive run in the tournament, starting with a pin against Dolzhon Tsyngueva in the first round, followed by wins against Romaissa El Kharroubi of France and Sowaka Uchida of Japan.
• Historic Win: Tapasya's gold medal is India's first-ever at the U20 World Wrestling Championships, marking a significant milestone for Indian wrestling.
• Other Indian Medalists: Srishti won a silver medal in the women's 68kg category, while Priya Malik and Reena won silver medals in the women's 76kg and 55kg categories, respectively.

7. Satish Golcha Appointed as New Delhi Police Commissioner

• Appointment: Senior IPS officer Satish Golcha has been appointed as the 26th Commissioner of Delhi Police.
• Background: Golcha's appointment comes as a significant development in Delhi's law enforcement.
• Responsibilities: As Commissioner, Golcha will oversee law and order in the national capital.
• Experience: Golcha's experience as a senior IPS officer will be crucial in handling Delhi's complex policing challenges.
• Delhi Police: The Delhi Police plays a vital role in maintaining law and order in the city .

8. Retired employees conferred National Experience Award by Dr. Jitendra Singh

• Award Ceremony: Dr. Jitendra Singh presented the National Anubhav Awards 2025 to 15 retired employees from 11 ministries and departments, recognizing their contributions and experiences documented on the Anubhav portal.
• Inauguration of Initiatives: During the ceremony, Dr. Singh launched guidelines for the nationwide Digital Life Certificate Campaign 4.0 and inaugurated the 57th Pre-Retirement Counselling Workshop for over 1,200 soon-to-retire employees.
• Anubhav Portal: The Anubhav portal, launched in 2015, has published over 12,500 memoirs and conferred 78 awards so far, aiming to build an institutional memory of governance through recorded experiences of government employees.
• Women's Participation: Notably, one-third of this year's awardees were women, reflecting a growing presence of women officials in governance and highlighting their contributions to nation-building.

9. Indian origin Krishangi Meshram became youngest solicitor of England

• Youngest Solicitor: Krishangi Meshram, an Indian-origin law graduate, has become one of the youngest solicitors in England and Wales at just 21 years and four months old.
• Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE): She cleared the SQE in late 2024 and was admitted to the roll of solicitors in April 2025.
• Record-Breaking: Her achievement has been recognized by the Law Society Gazette, which highlighted her milestone as a notable feat.
• Global Perspective: With experience across India, UAE, Singapore, and the UK, she aims to build a legal career with a truly global perspective.

10. Jaswinder Bhalla, Punjabi iconic comedian actor passed away 

• Legacy: Renowned Punjabi actor Jaswinder Bhalla has passed away, leaving behind a significant legacy in the entertainment industry. 
• Career: Bhalla was known for his comedic roles and contributions to Punjabi cinema.
• Impact: His passing has been met with sadness from fans and fellow artists.
• Memories: Bhalla's work will continue to be remembered and celebrated by audiences.
• Tributes: The news of his passing has sparked tributes and condolences from the industry.