Page-2 of Current Affairs - March, 2025
What is Semicryogenic Engine?
Recently, ISRO achieved breakthrough in space propulsion technology with the successful hot test of its Semicryogenic engine. This engine is designed to power the Semicryogenic booster stage of the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3) and boasts a thrust of 2,000 kN. ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Kosi Mechi Intra-State Link Project
The Kosi Mechi Intra-State Link Project is initiative aimed at improving irrigation and flood management in Bihar. Recently approved by the Cabinet, this project is part of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana-Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (PMKSY-AIBP). The project will ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
Indian Ports Bill 2025
Recently, the Indian Ports Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal. This bill aims to amend the Indian Ports Act of 1908. The legislation seeks to modernise port operations in India. It reflects the changes ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
India and Japan Sign Loan Agreements for Development Projects
Recently, India and Japan formalised loan agreements totalling 191.736 billion Japanese yen. This funding aims to support six diverse projects under Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA). The projects focus on crucial areas including urban transport, aquaculture, forest management, and biodiversity ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024
The Lok Sabha has recently passed the Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024. This legislation aims to update India’s maritime laws to align with international standards. It replaces the outdated Indian Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, 1925. The ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
IUCN on Threats to Fungi, Lions, and Frankincense Trees
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) recently identified alarming threats to biodiversity, focusing on fungi extinction, lion population decline, and the endangered status of frankincense trees. Fungi Under Threat For the first time, the IUCN has identified more ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025
Category: Environment Current Affairs
14th Edition of India-Russia Naval Exercise INDRA
The 14th edition of the Indian-Russia bilateral naval exercise INDRA is scheduled from 28 March to 2 April 2025 off the coast of Chennai. This exercise represents milestone in the maritime partnership between India and Russia. Since its inception in ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025
Category: Defence Current Affairs
UNESCO Releases “Education and Nutrition – Learn to Eat Well” Report
During the ‘Nutrition for Growth’ event hosted by France on March 27-28, 2025, UNESCO releases a new report highlighting meal quality. Titled Education and Nutrition: Learn to Eat Well, the report urged governments to enhance the nutritional quality of school ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
Government’s ₹8 Trillion Borrowing Plan for FY26
The Government of India has announced borrowing plan for the first half of the financial year 2025-26. The plan involves raising ₹8 trillion from the market, constituting 54% of the total borrowing target of ₹14.82 trillion. This initiative includes the ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
Supreme Court Directs Prompt Disposal of Mercy Petitions
Recently, the Supreme Court of India mandated the establishment of dedicated cells to expedite the processing of mercy petitions from death row convicts. This directive arose from concerns regarding the inordinate delays in executing death sentences, which the court deemed ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs