Current Affairs 20 February 2025
Get the latest updates on 20 Feb 2025: Rekha Gupta sworn in as Delhi CM, Trump plans reciprocal tariffs on India, HC questions railway overcrowding, US suspends aid to Nepal, IRDAI’s insurance reforms, and more.
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Key Highlights:
1. Rekha Gupta Becomes Delhi’s 4th Woman CM
- Advocate and former BJP leader Rekha Gupta takes oath as Delhi’s new CM at Ramlila Maidan.
- Six ministers, including Parvesh Verma and Kapil Mishra, also sworn in.
2. Trump Threatens Tariffs on Indian Goods
- US President Donald Trump warns of reciprocal tariffs against India.
- Goldman Sachs predicts a possible GDP drop due to trade tensions.
3. Delhi HC Questions Railways After Stampede
- HC demands answers on ticket overselling and overcrowding concerns.
- Railway Board to review safety measures, with the next hearing set for March 26.
4. Trump Calls Zelenskyy a Dictator, Pushes Peace Talks
- Trump criticizes Ukraine’s leadership, urging swift peace negotiations.
- Putin hints at potential US-Russia summit for diplomatic resolutions.
5. US Halts $550M Aid to Nepal for 90 Days
- Suspension impacts Nepal’s power and road projects linked to India and Bangladesh.
6. Economic Data Releases to Improve from FY26
- Monthly unemployment data and updated IIP reports to enhance policy decisions.
7. Insurance Reform Panel Led by Ex-SBI Chairman
- Proposals include 100% FDI in insurance and revised solvency norms.
8. Gold Medals for Jeevanji & Rana at National Para Athletics
- Deepthi Jeevanji wins women’s 400m gold, Soman Rana secures shot put victory.
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