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Resignation of Election Commissioner Arun Goel – Supreme Court’s caution
In an unexpected turn of events, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar finds himself as the sole member of the Election Commission (EC) following the resignation of Election Commissioner Arun Goel. This development comes at a crucial time, just ahead ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Election Commissioner Arun Goel Resigns Ahead of Lok Sabha Polls
In a surprising turn of events, Election Commissioner Arun Goel tendered his resignation on March 9, 2024, just days before the anticipated announcement of the Lok Sabha election schedule. The sudden departure has raised questions about the functioning of the ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
India Signs Free Trade Agreement with EFTA Bloc
Recently, India signed a landmark free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), a bloc consisting of Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Iceland. The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) is expected to boost economic growth, create job ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
Cheetah Population in Kuno National Park Grows
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has recently announced that South African cheetah ‘Gamini’ has given birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh’s Sheopur. This new litter brings the total number of Indian-born cheetah ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
India Extends RoDTEP Scheme to Boost Exports
In a significant move to bolster India’s exports amidst global economic uncertainties and supply chain disruptions, the government has extended the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme to companies in Special Economic Zones (SEZs), Export-Oriented Units ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
National Cooperative Database
Union Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the National Cooperative Database and released the ‘National Cooperative Database 2023: A Report’ in New Delhi on March 8, 2024. The launch marks a significant milestone in the expansion and strengthening ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Agriculture Current Affairs
Sudha Murty Nominated to Rajya Sabha
On March 8, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that Indian educator, author, and philanthropist Sudha Murty has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by President Droupadi Murmu. The nomination, which coincides with International Women’s Day, underscores the importance of ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
Integrated Command and Control Center for Agriculture
Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Tribal Affairs, Arjun Munda, inaugurated the Agriculture Integrated Command and Control Center at Krishi Bhawan, Delhi, on March 8, 2024. The center aims to empower farmers across the country by providing them ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Agriculture Current Affairs
National Creators Award
On Friday, March 8, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented the inaugural National Creators Award at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The awards were given to recognize young talent across 20 categories, including storytelling, social change advocacy, environmental sustainability, education, ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
President’s Standard and President’s Colours Awarded
On March 8, 2024, President Droupadi Murmu, the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces, presented the prestigious President’s Standard to 45 Squadron and 221 Squadron, and the President’s Colours to 11 Base Repair Depot (BRD) and 509 Signal Unit ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs