Page-18 of Current Affairs - March, 2024

Tiger Woods Receives Top USGA Honor

Legendary golfer Tiger Woods has been named the winner of the prestigious Bob Jones Award, the highest honor bestowed by the United States Golf Association (USGA). He was recognized for tremendous on-course achievements alongside an exemplary commitment to the game’s ..

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Chakshu: Digital Platform to Combat Fraudulent Calls and Messages

In a significant move to protect citizens from financial fraud, the Indian government has launched a digital platform called Chakshu. Developed by the Department of Telecommunication, this platform enables individuals to report fraudulent calls and text messages, creating a robust ..

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RBI Approves Interoperable Net Banking Payments for Merchants

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has given the nod for implementing an interoperable payment system for internet banking transactions. This move is expected to streamline the digital payments ecosystem in India, making it easier for customers to pay businesses ..

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Moody’s Raises India’s GDP Growth Forecast for 2024

Recently, Moody’s, a prominent global credit rating agency, revised its forecast for India’s GDP growth in 2024 upwards from 6.1% to 6.8%. The agency’s decision reflects both global and domestic optimism in the country’s economy, driven by robust manufacturing activity ..

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Bharat Semiconductor Research Centre

The Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Electronics and Information Technology, and Jal Shakti, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, recently announced that a ‘Bharat Semiconductor Research Centre’ will be established in the near future. It is expected to be established ..

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Supreme Court denies Immunity to Lawmakers in Bribery Cases

In a landmark decision on March 4, 2024, the Supreme Court of India ruled that Members of Parliament (MPs) and members of legislative assemblies (MLAs) cannot claim immunity from prosecution in cases involving bribery for votes or speeches in their ..

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India Initiates Core Loading of First Homegrown Nuclear Reactor

Recently, core loading in core loading activities for India’s first indigenous prototype fast breeder reactor (PFBR) in Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu took place and the event was witnessed by the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. This marks a significant milestone ..

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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 ..

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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 ..

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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 ..

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