The Manipur government on March 10 decided to withdraw from the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement signed with the Kuki National Amy and the Zoumi Revolutionary Front, two tribal underground organisations in Manipur. Key points
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LDC5 adopts ‘Doha Political Declaration:
The 5th United Nations Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDC5) concluded with adoption of the ‘Doha Political Declaration’ by the world leaders. Key points
La Perouse 2023
The third edition of the multilateral exercise La Perouse was conducted in the Indian Ocean Region from 13 to 14 March 2023.
Lithium exploration in Jammu-Kashmir
According to the Ministry of Mines, GSI carried out a G3 stage mineral exploration project during Field Season 2020- 21 and 2021-22 in Salal-Haimna areas of Reasi district, Jammu & Kashmir and estimated an inferred resource (G3) of 5.9 million Read More …
Oscar winners 2023
The 95th Oscars was held on March 13, 2023 (India Time), at the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. Naatu Naatu from SS Rajamouli’s RRR won an Oscar for Best Original Song. Music composer MM Keeravani and lyricist Chandrabose accepted the Read More …
Prime Minister dedicates longest railway platform in Karnataka’s Hubbali
The Prime Minister on March 12 dedicated to the nation the longest railway platform in the world at Shree Siddharoodha Swamiji Hubballi Station. Key points IIT Dharwad
Cyclone Freddy may become longest- lasting Cyclone: UN
Cyclone Freddy is now the longest-lived tropical cyclone on record. It has been active for 33 days over the south Indian Ocean, having made two landfalls and is likely getting ready to make another. Key points Conditions needed for tropical Read More …
India-US MoU on semiconductor Supply Chain
The India -US 5th Commercial Dialogue meeting was held on 10 March 2023 at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi. MoU on semiconductor Supply Chain US-India initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) Standards and Conformance Cooperation Program (Phase III) U.S.-India Energy Read More …
MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme under MSME Champions Scheme launched
Union Ministry of MSME has launched the MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme on 10 March 2023. Key points
High Price Day Ahead Market and Surplus Power Portal (PUShP)
The Central Government has launched a High Price Day Ahead Market and Surplus Power Portal (PUShP) – an initiative to ensure greater availability of power during the peak demand season. HP DAM PUShP
India records first two H3N2 flu deaths in Haryana, Karnataka
At least two persons have died due to the infection of H3N2 subtype of seasonal influenza, which has infected rising numbers of people since mid-December 2022. Key points About H3N2
Rules amended to bring” Politically Exposed Persons” under PMLA
The Union Finance Ministry has amended money laundering rules to incorporate more disclosures for non-governmental organisations (NGO) by reporting entities like financial institutions, banking companies or intermediaries. Politically Exposed Persons Beneficial owner NGO
Massive efforts needed to reduce salt intake and protect lives
According to World Health Organization, the world is likely to miss a global target for a 30% reduction in sodium consumption by 2025. Key findings of WHO
Macquarie Island
The government in Australia is planning to make an area about the size of Germany in the Southern Ocean a marine zone. Salient features of Macquarie Island
Maitri scholarship for Indian students
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on March 8 announced an ‘Australia-India education qualification recognition mechanism’.