Current Affairs 24 February 2025
Stay updated with the latest current affairs: Pakistan and Bangladesh resume trade after 53 years, the US urges India to lower agricultural tariffs, Karnataka tops the Panchayat Devolution Index 2024, and the BJP-TMC face off over NRC in Bengal.

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Pakistan-Bangladesh Resume Trade After 53 Years
- Bangladesh to import 50,000 tonnes of rice from Pakistan through the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP).
- The first government-approved shipment since 1971, delivered via Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC).
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US Pushes India to Lower Agricultural Tariffs
- US plans to introduce reciprocal tariffs in April, targeting Indian exports like seafood, processed food, and edible oils.
- Bilateral trade talks focus on reducing India’s agricultural tariffs, which are significantly higher than US rates.
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Karnataka, Kerala, TN Lead Panchayat Devolution Index 2024
- Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu top the rankings, while UP and Bihar show notable improvements.
- The national average score rises, with Odisha leading in women's representation at 61.51%.
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BJP Pushes for NRC in West Bengal, TMC Responds
- BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari promises NRC implementation if BJP wins the 2026 Assembly elections.
- TMC opposes the move, accusing BJP of divisive politics and voter manipulation.
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