Rangpo-Sikkim’s First Railway Station

Recently Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for Sikkim’s first railway station at Rangpo. The prime minister emphasized that the station’s design will draw inspiration from the rich culture, heritage, and architecture of the Himalayan state. The Rangpo ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: Places in News Current Affairs

Maldives-China Agreement for Acquiring Non-Lethal Equipment

The Maldives has recently signed a military assistance agreement with China, marking a significant development in the diplomatic and military relations between the two countries. Under this newly inked agreement, the Maldives will receive free “non-lethal” military equipment and training ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Cooper in India: Deposits, Mining, Demand and Role in Economy

Copper, a malleable and ductile metal known for its excellent heat and electricity conductivity, has become a key component in various sectors, including construction, consumer durables, transportation, and industrial manufacturing. Properties and Applications of Copper Copper’s unique properties, such as ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 9, 2024

1. Operation Kamdhenu, recently seen in the news, is launched by which state/UT to curb cattle smuggling? [A] Jammu & Kashmir[B] Delhi[C] Tamil Nadu[D] Kerala Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Jammu & Kashmir] Notes:In March 2024, the Jammu and Kashmir ..

2023 Deadliest Year for Migrants: UN-IOM

The year 2023 has been the deadliest year on record for migrants, with at least 8,565 deaths documented by the International Organization for Migration’s (IOM) Missing Migrants Project. This tragic figure represents a 20 percent increase compared to 2022, underscoring ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Indian Navy Commissions INS Jatayu

The Indian Navy has taken a significant step towards enhancing its operational capabilities and maritime domain awareness in the strategically important Lakshadweep islands with the commissioning of INS Jatayu at Minicoy Island on March 6, 2024. The new naval base, ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

ISRO’s New Spaceport: What is Dogleg Maneuver?

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is developing a new spaceport at Kulasekharapatnam in Tamil Nadu to efficiently launch payloads to polar orbits. This strategic location offers a significant advantage over the launch pads in Sriharikota, as it allows small ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India by the Creek: Festival Celebrating Dubai-India Ties

Dubai and India share a deep-rooted and dynamic tourism relationship, characterized by mutual cultural affinity and robust economic ties. To honor this enduring partnership, Dubai is hosting the India by the Creek festival from March 8 to 10, 2024. Organized ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Government to Divest 7% Stake in NLC India

The Government of India is set to offload a 7% stake in state-run lignite producer NLC India Ltd. through the offer-for-sale (OFS) route, which includes a green shoe option of 2%. The OFS is expected to rake in approximately ₹2,058 ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Jharkhand Introduces India’s First Widow Remarriage Incentive Scheme

In a groundbreaking initiative, the state of Jharkhand has become the first in the country to launch the ‘Vidhwa Punarvivah Protsahan Yojana’ (Widow Remarriage Incentive Scheme). Under this scheme, women who choose to remarry after the death of their husbands ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs