Current Affairs 13th February 2015

Current Affairs 13th February 2015

Updated : 13-Feb-2015

Current Affairs 13th February 2015 - Important Points
Current Affairs 13th February 2015 - Details
Name the rocket successfully launched by Space X - Falcon 9
On 12th February 2015, SpaceX, a experimental aerospace firm successfully launched the Falcon 9 rocket in its third attempt from the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida. The Falcon 9 rocket carried an unmanned Deep Space Climate Observatory (DSCOVR) satellite that will be used by the United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The satellite will collect the information on solar storms and will monitor changes in solar wind and provide warnings on hazardous outbursts from earth to warn forecasters and will also help forecasters to predict changes which affect satellites, power grids and communication systems. The satellite will reach its final orbit in 110 days after launch and will be positioned 1500000 kilometre away from Earth at the Sun-Earth L1 Lagrangian point.

Name the Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) of Odisha who has resigned - Tarun Kanti Mishra
On 12th February 2015, Tarun Kanti Mishra, the Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) of Odisha has resigned. He is a 1975-batch IAS officer and is also associated with several cultural activities besides discharging his duties and responsibilities as an administrative officer. He was appointed as the Chief Information Commissioner of Odisha by replacing D.N. Padhee on 15 November 2010. He was also awarded with the prestigious Odisha Sahitya Academy Award for his significant contribution to Odia literature.
Name the spiritual leader of Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party who has passed away - Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat
On 12th February 2015, the spiritual leader of Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party, Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat has passed away at the age of 84. Popularly known as Tok Guru, a revered leader in PAS had served as Kelantan Menteri Besar (Chief Minister) from 1990 to 2013. Aziz Nik was a Malaysian politician and Muslim cleric born on 10 January 1931 in Kampung Pulau Melaka, Kubang Kerian.
Name the personality presented with National Science Foundation CAREER award - Gurpreet Singh
On 27th January 2015, Gurpreet Singh, a Indian-origin scientist was awarded with the prestigious National Science Foundation CAREER award including the prize money of 500000 US dollars. He was honoured for his research on Scalable liquid exfoliation processing of ultrathin two-dimensional metal dichalcogenides nanosheets for energy storage devices. The award will help him to organize educational activities for high school students and teachers. Gurpreet Singh is assistant professor of mechanical and nuclear engineering at Kansas State University.
Name the bank tied up with UAE Exchange to offer instant bank transfer service named FLASHremit - ICICI Bank Limited
On 12th February 2015, UAE Exchange and ICICI Bank Limited tied up to offer instant bank transfer service named FLASHremit. the customers of the bank residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) can send money instantly to any ICICI Bank account in India in rupee denominations in a secure manner by using FLASHremit service.
FLASHremit service
- This service is available in any of the 135 branches of UAE Exchange in UAE including over 15 branches across the Dubai Metro network.
- SMS confirmation will be sent to the sender and receiver informing about the credit.
- It is a 24x7 service
Which day is observed on 13 February 2015 - World Radio Day 2015
On 13th February 2015, World Radio Day was observed globally with the theme Youth and Radio. This day is a global celebration of radio as a bridge of communication for remote communities, information. Its role in empowering people and as a forum for entertainment. World Radio Day is celebrated annually by planning activities with organizations, broadcasters and communities around the world by United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

Name the Telgu Novelist who has passed away - Kesava Reddy
On 13 February 2015, Veteran Telugu novelist Kesava Reddy passed away in Nizamabad district of Telangana at the age of 68. He had obtained MBBS degree from Pandichheri medical college and was a doctor by profession. His novels are Chivari gudise (1996), Athadu Adavini Jayinchadu (1980),Mugavani Pillana Grovi (1996), City Beautiful (1982), Ramudunaadu- Raajjaymundaadi (1982), Muneamma (2008) and Incredible Goddess or Kshudra Devatha (1979), Swasanam dunneru (1979).
Where did the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 started - In Australia and New Zealand
On 12th February 2015, The ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 started with inaugural ceremonies held in Christchurch, New Zealand and Melbourne, Australia. David Richardson, International Cricket Council chief executive unveiled the Cricket World Cup trophy. The 11th edition of the ICC World Cup will see 14 cricket teams India, Australia, New Zealand, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, Afghanistan, West Indies, Scotl, United Arab Emirates and Ireland playing against each others to win the cup. The first match of the ICC World Cup will be played on 14 February 2015, with Australia playing against arch-rivals England at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne and New Zealand playing against Sri Lanka at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. On 15th February 2015, India will play against Pakistan at the Adelaide. On 29th March 2015, finals will be played at Melbourne, Australia.
Who has released the World Press Freedom Index 2015 - Reporters Without Borders
On 12th February 2015, World Press Freedom Index 2015 released the Reporters Without Borders. India was placed at 136th position out of 180 nations that were surveyed worldwide in terms of press freedom. On the top of the list: Finland on the 1st position followed by Norway and Denmark. The worldwide deterioration in freedom of information in 2014 was highlighted by the 2015 World Press Freedom Index.