Current affairs 07 February 2025

Iran's First Drone Carrier Joins Revolutionary Guards' Fleet.

• Shahid Beheshti, Iran's first drone and helicopter-launching ship, has joined the Revolutionary Guards.
• Converted from a commercial vessel, it features a 180-meter runway and can operate without refueling for up to a year.
• The ship enhances Iran’s defense capabilities, particularly in distant waters, and is designed to launch larger drones like the Qaher and Mohajer-6.

India Contributes $37.64 Million to UN Budget for 2025.

• India has contributed $37.64 million to the UN's Regular Budget for 2025, marking its continued commitment to fulfilling its financial obligations.
• India is among 35 member states recognized for the timely and full payment of their dues.
• UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang praised India’s reliability and dedication to its UN responsibilities during his visit to India.

Australia Passes Strict Hate Crime Laws.

• New laws impose a 12-month minimum jail term for public Nazi salutes and up to six years for terror-related hate crimes.
• NSW, the worst-affected state, plans to strengthen its laws in line with Victoria and Western Australia.
• Premier Chris Minns stressed the urgency of legal reforms amid a rise in antisemitic attacks, including synagogue vandalism and targeted violence.

PM Modi to Co-Chair AI Summit and Open Consulate in France.

• PM Modi will co-chair the AI Action Summit in Paris on February 11th with French President Macron, alongside global leaders like US Vice President and China’s Vice PM.
• He will hold bilateral talks with President Macron in Marseille and explore opportunities for India-France collaboration.
• India will also open a new Consulate in Marseille to boost diplomatic, trade, and cultural ties.

Trump to Create White House Faith Office to Tackle Anti-Christian Bias.

• President Trump announced the creation of a White House faith office (a religious office) and a task force led by Attorney General Pam Bondi to address anti-Christian bias within the federal government.
• The task force will focus on halting religious discrimination in federal agencies.
• Trump pledged to prosecute anti-Christian violence and protect religious rights nationwide.