Page-23 of Current Affairs - March, 2024

India Initiates Core Loading of First Homegrown Nuclear Reactor

March 4, 2024

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

March 4, 2024

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

March 4, 2024

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

March 4, 2024

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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India’s Second Spaceport to come up in Tamil Nadu

March 4, 2024

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 ..

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World Wildlife Day

March 4, 2024

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 ..

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Shehbaz Sharif Elected as Pakistan’s Prime Minister

March 4, 2024

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 ..

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Brazilian flea toad- World’s Tiniest Frog

March 2, 2024

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 ..

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