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

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 10-11, 2024

11. Poshan Pakhwada, recently seen in the news, is organized by which ministry? [A] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment[B] Ministry of Women and Child Development[C] Ministry of Rural Development[D] Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Show Answer Correct Answer: ..

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

Rangpo-Sikkim’s First Railway Station

Recently Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for Sikkim’s first railway station at Rangpo. The prime minister emphasized that the station’s design will draw inspiration from the rich culture, heritage, and architecture of the Himalayan state. The Rangpo ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: Places in News Current Affairs

Maldives-China Agreement for Acquiring Non-Lethal Equipment

The Maldives has recently signed a military assistance agreement with China, marking a significant development in the diplomatic and military relations between the two countries. Under this newly inked agreement, the Maldives will receive free “non-lethal” military equipment and training ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 9, 2024

11. Operation Kamdhenu, recently seen in the news, is launched by which state/UT to curb cattle smuggling? [A] Jammu & Kashmir[B] Delhi[C] Tamil Nadu[D] Kerala Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Jammu & Kashmir] Notes:In March 2024, the Jammu and Kashmir ..