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UPSC has released a notice listing 43 rejected candidates for the Civil Services Examination 2025 due to non-payment of the ₹100 fee. Candidates can appeal within 10 days by submitting original payment proof via speed post or by hand. The appeal deadline is March 17, 2025. Visit UPSC's official website for details.

Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar set a Guinness World Record on 29 January 2025 by exhibiting 2,203 solar lamps at a single location, creating a giant installation depicting the sun and the word 'Suryoday' in Hindi. This event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of solar energy, particularly for disadvantaged communities in India.

M S V S Sai Prudhvi, an IIT Roorkee graduate and IIM Bengaluru student, takes the hot seat on Kaun Banega Crorepati 16. He attributes his success to his mother's dedication after his father's passing and emphasizes the importance of education over friendship.

Celebrating Bengali musical heritage, Nupurchhanda Ghosh revives forgotten patriotic anthems of the Indian independence struggle in her show "Amrita Bani". Ghosh honors iconic composers like Dwijendralal Roy and Rajanikanto Sen, ensuring their soulful music continues to inspire future generations.

Actor R. Madhavan praised PM Narendra Modi's initiative to combat obesity and thanked him for launching the health awareness program. Madhavan expressed his honor in being nominated to help spread the message and nominated individuals who inspired him. PM Modi emphasized the importance of reducing edible oil consumption and urged collective efforts to make India fitter and healthier.

The WTT Youth Contender Vadodara 2025 will be held in India for the first time from 25th February to 1st March. The event will see 165 Indian players and participants from eight countries compete across 12 categories, highlighting India's growing prominence in table tennis.

Rekha Gupta was sworn in as Delhi's chief minister at Ramlila Maidan, attended by PM Modi and prominent leaders. As the fourth woman to take the role, Gupta's cabinet reflects a balance of regional and caste representation. The event emphasized NDA unity and concluded with the national anthem.

Actress Jaya Bachchan and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman engaged in a heated debate in the Rajya Sabha over the treatment of the film industry in the Union Budget. Jaya Bachchan accused the government of neglecting the industry, while Sitharaman defended the government's stance and highlighted past political actions against film personalities.

The 3rd edition of the Restaurant Cricket League (RCL) will be held from 17-22 February 2025 in New Delhi. Supported by various Indian brands and influential personalities, RCL raises awareness about food security and reducing wastage. The tournament aligns with the Hunger Free Bharat Mission and PM Modi's vision, combining cricket with culinary culture and social impact.

BJP MPs have submitted a notice against Sonia Gandhi for allegedly using derogatory remarks about the President of India, asking for disciplinary action. The BJP claimed her comments violated parliamentary ethics and decorum, aiming to protect the dignity of the highest constitutional authority. They also filed a notice against MP Pappu Yadav.

Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck attended the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj at the special invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The King's visit highlighted the strong ties between India and Bhutan and included participation in significant spiritual activities and a special dinner hosted by Uttar Pradesh's governor.