Get the latest update on the current events in February 2024. This includes India’s economic progress with an 8.4% increase in GDP in the third quarter, new government-approved rooftop solar schemes, and a rise in the country’s leopard population. Also covered are major national events such as Prime Minister Modi’s launch of significant infrastructure projects, Sunil Bharti Mittal receiving an honorary knighthood, and the introduction of UPI services in Sri Lanka and Mauritius. Stay informed about important legal, political, and scientific developments in India and around the world.
29th February 2024
- India’s GDP Growth: India’s gross domestic product (GDP) for the third quarter of the ongoing financial year accelerated to 8.4% year-on-year.
- Rooftop Solar Scheme: The Government has approved a scheme assisting up to ₹78,000 to 1 crore families to set up rooftop solar systems, enabling them to get free electricity up to 300 units per month.
- Leopard Population Increase: The number of leopards in India has increased by over 1,000 from 2018 to 2022. The total leopard population now stands at 13,874, up from 12,852 in 2018, according to a report released by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change.