NEWS 06-02-2025. News For 7th-Feb (Friday) 1.On Feb 4, 2025, China announced new counter tariffs against the United States in response to recent tariff hikes imposed by the U.S. govt. These tariffs include a 15% levy on coal. 2.Sri Lanka will receive its highest-ever FDI from China, amounting to US $3.7 billion, for constructing an oil refinery in Hambantota. 3.India plans to implement the *Kavach Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system* across its entire railway network within six years, aiming to enhance safety and efficiency. 4.US military plane, carrying 205 illegal migrants to India, landed at Amritsar. 5.The third Indian *nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN)* is set to be inducted this year, The Indian Navy currently operates two SSBNs – INS Arihant & INS Arighat – while the third one INS Aridhaman has been undergoing trials. 6.India has *contributed 37.64 million US Dollars to the United Nation’s Regular Budget* for this year, securing its place among the 35 member states honoured for timely and full payment of their dues. 7.The Govt has informed the Lok Sabha that the *estimated unemployment rate has decreased from 6 per cent five years ago to 3.2 per cent during the last fiscal year.* 8.In Chess, Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa clinched the prestigious Tata Steel Masters 2025 title in a thrilling showdown, defeating reigning World Champion D. Gukesh . 9.India has achieved a significant milestone in its defence capabilities with *three consecutive successful flight trials of its very short-range air-defence system (VSHORADS).* < < Back