Page-23 of Current Affairs - March, 2014

Mr. Ibrahim Mahlab: New Prime Minister of Egypt

March 3, 2014

Mr. Ibrahim Mahlab sworn- in as new Prime Minister of Egypt. He is a former member of Hosni Mubarak’s political party. Mr. Mahlab replaced Mr. Hazem el-Beblawi, who was interim Prime Minister of Egypt since 2013. Previously, he was the ..

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India’s Largest Solar Power Plant launched in Madhya Pradesh

March 3, 2014

Welspun Solar MP project, the largest Solar Power Plant of India launched at Bhagwanpur in Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh. About Welspun Solar MP project The 151-megawatt photovoltaic plant. World’s 2nd largest & Asia’s Largest solar project (Single Plant). Constructed by: Welspun ..

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ICICI Bank launched ‘branch on wheels’ in Odisha

March 3, 2014

ICICI Bank Ltd. launched ‘Branch on Wheels’ in Odisha as part their financial inclusion plans to provide banking services in remote villages in the state which are devoid of banking facilities. ICICI Bank is the first private sector bank to ..

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'M-Pesa' launched in Odisha

March 3, 2014

Telecom major, Vodafone India and ICICI Bank announced the launch of mobile commerce initiative called ‘M-Pesa’ service in Odisha. About M-Pesa service A mobile money transfer and payment service that allows customers to transfer money to any mobile phone, remit ..

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CCEA nod for hiking fixed cost of Urea

March 3, 2014

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved Rs 350/tonne increase in the fixed cost for urea plants in reference to the Group of Minister’s recommendations. For urea plants, the fixed cost includes salary and wage expenses, contract labour, repair ..

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CCEA approves opening of 54 new KVs in 12 FYP

March 3, 2014

The Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the opening of 54 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) during the 12th Five Year Plan. The KVs are considered as model schools in terms of physical infrastructure, teaching resources, curriculum and academic performance.  New ..

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“Venom GT”- world's fastest car recorded 435 km/hr (270 Miles/hr)

March 3, 2014

The US car manufacturer Hennessey developed the world’s fastest car “ Venom GT” with a top speed of an incredible 435 km/hr. The firm set a new record for the fastest car in the world during a test run at ..

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Eminent painter Mr. Prokash Karmakar passed away

March 3, 2014

The veteran Indian painter Mr. Prokash Karmakar (81) passed away in Kolkata due to age related illness. The painter was best known for his landscapes and nudes.  About Mr. Prokash Karmakar Born: 1933 in Kolkata. Inspired by the works of ..

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