Current affairs 05 March 2025

India Leads Sri Lanka's Tourist Arrivals in Early 2025.

• India remains Sri Lanka’s top tourist source with over 80,000 arrivals in the first two months of 2025.
• Sri Lanka welcomed 492,000 tourists during this period, marking the second-best start after 2019.
• The country aims for 3 million visitors in 2025, having achieved 16% of this target in early 2025.

India to Host 2nd Asian Yogasana Championship.

• The 2nd Asian Yogasana Championship will be held at Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi from March 29 to 31, with 16 countries participating.
• The event, supported by the Olympic Council of Asia, aims to promote Yogasana internationally.
• It also aims to create a roadmap for including Yogasana in the Olympic curriculum.

India and Nepal Strengthen WASH Sector Collaboration.

• India and Nepal signed an MoU to enhance cooperation in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, focusing on water access and sanitation.
• The agreement includes joint groundwater management and capacity-building programs for Nepali personnel.
• It also aims for technology transfer and knowledge-sharing in water resource management and waste management.

Jay Shah Wins Icon of Excellence at FILA 2025.

• Jay Shah, chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), has been honoured with the prestigious Icon of Excellence award at the 14th edition of the Forbes India Leadership Awards (FILA 2025).
• At the age of 36, Jay Shah made history by becoming the youngest-ever chairman of the ICC.
• Recognized for innovations, inclusivity, and ensuring cricket's financial sustainability.

PM Modi Inaugurates Vantara Animal Rescue Center in Gujarat.

• PM Modi inaugurated Vantara, an animal rescue and rehabilitation center in Jamnagar, Gujarat, focusing on wildlife conservation.
• The center features advanced medical facilities, including MRI and ICU services, to aid rescued animals.
• PM Modi interacted with rescued animals and witnessed medical treatments, emphasizing the importance of conservation efforts for Asiatic Lions & Snow Leopards.