This week’s UPSC current affairs cover a range of international and domestic events, including the Corruption Perceptions Index, the Paris AI Summit, and key developments in India’s policies and economy.

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• India’s CPI Score Declines: India ranked 96th out of 180 countries on the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index, with a score of 38, showing a slight decline from last year’s score of 39.
• Denmark Leads CPI: Denmark ranked first on the CPI, followed by Finland and Singapore. South Sudan ranked last with just 8 points.
• Paris AI Summit: Co-chaired by India and France, the summit held on February 10-11 focused on AI governance, public service, future work, and global cooperation.
• Aero India 2025: Held from February 10-14 in Bengaluru, this biennial event showcased India’s indigenous fighter jets and highlighted opportunities in defense and technology.
• Belt and Road Initiative: Panama exits the BRI, which was launched by China in 2013 to revitalize trade and infrastructure routes between Asia and Europe.
• UK-India Young Professionals Scheme: Opening next week, this scheme allows young professionals (18-30 years) from both countries to live, work, and study in each other’s nations for up to two years.
• US-India TRUST Initiative: India and the US renamed and relaunched the US-India TRUST initiative, aiming to foster collaboration in defense, AI, and other emerging technologies.
• BRICS Summit in Rio: Brazil announced the next BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro on July 6-7, focusing on global governance and cooperation among Global South nations.
• PMDKY Launch: The Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana was announced to enhance agricultural productivity and facilitate long-term credit in 100 districts.
• La Niña & Global Warming: Despite La Niña conditions, January 2025 was the hottest on record, with global temperatures rising by 1.75°C above pre-industrial levels.