Category Archives: Current Affairs March 2024

PM Modi Inaugurates Rs 7,200 Crore Projects In West Bengal

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi dedicated to the nation and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth Rs 7,200 crore in Arambagh, Hooghly, West Bengal. The developmental projects are associated with sectors like rail, ports, oil pipeline, LPG supply and wastewater treatment. Empowerment through Development Key Projects Inaugurated 1.Indian Oil’s Haldia-Barauni Crude Oil Pipeline 2.Indian… Read More »

Dharmendra Pradhan Launches Project ODISERV For Odisha’s Graduates

Union Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, inaugurated Project ODISERV in Sambalpur, Odisha, marking a significant step towards preparing young graduates for employment opportunities in the financial services sector. This initiative is poised to empower the youth, enhance their employability, and fulfill their career aspirations. Bridge Between Education and Skilling Training and Employment Skill… Read More »

Indian Scientists Create Eco Wound Dressings With Banana Fibers

In a groundbreaking initiative, researchers at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), an autonomous institute affiliated with the Department of Science and Technology, have successfully converted banana pseudo stems—commonly regarded as agricultural waste—into an environmentally friendly wound dressing material. Innovative Multifunctional Patch Harnessing Nature’s Bounty A Sustainable Solution

World Wildlife Day 2024, Date, Theme, History and Significance

World Wildlife Day, celebrated annually on March 3, serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need to protect and preserve the world’s fauna and flora. In 2024, this day draws particular attention to the role of digital innovation in wildlife conservation, underlining the theme “Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation.” This occasion is… Read More »

India and Nicaragua Sign Historic MoU on Pharmacopoeia Recognition

India and Nicaragua have forged a significant partnership in the field of pharmaceutical regulation through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Pharmacopoeia recognition. This milestone agreement marks Nicaragua as the first nation in the Spanish-speaking world to recognize the Indian Pharmacopeia, showcasing the growing global recognition of India’s pharmaceutical standards. Key Highlights MoU Signing India’s… Read More »

MoSPI Signs MoU with ISRO on Urban Frame Survey using Bhuvan

In a significant move toward modernization, the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has partnered with the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) under the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) to digitize the Urban Frame Survey (UFS) using advanced Geo ICT tools and techniques through the Bhuvan Platform. Key Points of the MoU:

DRDO Successfully Tests Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS)

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has conducted two successful flight tests of the Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) missile on February 28th and 29th, 2024. The tests, carried out from a ground-based portable launcher off the coast of Odisha, demonstrated the system’s capability to intercept and destroy high-speed unmanned aerial targets under various interception scenarios.… Read More »

Zero Discrimination Day 2024, Date, Theme, History and Significance

March 1 marks Zero Discrimination Day, a day dedicated to advocating for the right of every individual to live a life free from discrimination and prejudice. This global observance, initiated by UNAIDS, aims to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of discrimination and the importance of promoting equality, compassion, and respect for all. History of Zero Discrimination Day… Read More »

World Seagrass Day 2024, Date, History and Importance

Celebrated annually on March 1, World Seagrass Day is a vital global observance aimed at highlighting the importance of seagrass in marine ecosystems. Established by the United Nations General Assembly on May 22, 2022, following Sri Lanka’s resolution, the day underscores the urgent need for seagrass conservation. Introduction to Seagrass Seagrass, a flowering marine plant found along… Read More »