Page-20 of GKToday Archives: March, 2024
Indian Navy to Commission Advanced MH-60R Seahawk Helicopters
The Indian Navy is in the process of commissioning its first squadron of newly-acquired MH-60R Seahawk multirole helicopters at the naval base in Kochi, Kerala. Hailed as a force multiplier, the induction of these advanced US-built naval choppers aims to ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
SC seeks to Incentivize Super performer Judges
In March 2024, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud stated the Supreme Court is devising an objective framework to recognize “super performer” trial court judges across India. This aims to motivate those efficiently clearing massive case backlogs through additional incentives ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
India Post Promotes Rooftop Solar Scheme
Recently, India Post has pitched in to promote the central government’s rooftop solar scheme that provides subsidies to households installing photovoltaic systems. This rooftop solar initiative was highlighted in the 2023 budget to accelerate India’s renewable energy adoption. Citizens can ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
India’s Second Spaceport to come up in Tamil Nadu
Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for India’s second spaceport located in Kulasekarapattinam, Tamil Nadu. The ambitious Rs 950 crore facility will complement the existing spaceport in Andhra Pradesh and advance India’s space program. Strategic Location for ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
World Wildlife Day
World Wildlife Day, held annually on March 3rd, celebrates the world’s animals and plants while raising awareness about wildlife conservation. As designated by the United Nations General Assembly in 2013, the date marks the signing of the Convention on International ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
Shehbaz Sharif Elected as Pakistan’s Prime Minister
On March 3, 2024, Shehbaz Sharif was elected as the Prime Minister of Pakistan by the country’s National Assembly. This marks Sharif’s second term as Prime Minister after previously serving in the role from April 2022 to August 2023. Controversial ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 3-4, 2024
1. Recently, which state government has decided to establish a State Water Information Centre (SWIC)? [A] Bihar[B] Odisha[C] Gujarat[D] Jharkhand Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Odisha] Notes:The Odisha government is establishing the State Water Information Centre (SWIC) to coordinate, store, ..
Brazilian flea toad- World’s Tiniest Frog
A group of researchers from Brazil have identified a new contender for the titles of world’s smallest frog and smallest known vertebrate. The adult male ‘Brazilian flea toad’, belonging to the Brachycephalus genus, found in the Atlantic rainforest region of ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Paytm cuts Ties with Payments Bank Arm
On March 1, fintech leader Paytm announced steps to sever certain operating agreements between its parent entity One97 Communications and the group’s payments bank arm Paytm Payments Bank (PPBL). As part of governance changes, the two firms will function with ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
India Signs Defence Deals with HAL, L&T and BrahMos
On February 2th, 2023 the Defence Ministry inked five capital acquisition agreements amounting to ₹39,125 crore with domestic manufacturers towards procurement of critical systems for the Army, Navy and Air Force. The contracts were exchanged at a ceremony attended by ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs