Current Affairs - March, 2023

World Tuberculosis Day

March 24, 2024

World Tuberculosis Day is observed every year on March 24 to raise awareness about the global epidemic of tuberculosis (TB) and the efforts made to eliminate it. It provides recognition to health professionals, researchers, policymakers, and advocates in the fight ..

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International Day of Forests

March 22, 2024

Every year on March 21st, World Forestry Day or International Day of Forests is celebrated to increase global awareness about the crucial role of forests in sustaining life on Earth. The day is recognised as an effort to educate people ..

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World Water Day

March 22, 2024

Every year, March 22 is observed as World Water Day to raise awareness about the global water crisis and the importance of water. The day aims to inspire people to sustainably manage freshwater resources, address water-related issues and support the ..

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Coastal Kerala Geckoella

April 4, 2023

Scientists have made a new discovery of a species of lizard from the coastal forests of northern Kerala. The species, named Cyrtodactylus (Geckoella) chengodumalaensis, is a ground-dwelling gecko that was discovered by a team of researchers led by Ishan Agarwal ..

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New India Literacy Programme – Update (March, 2023)

March 31, 2023

Education is the foundation of a progressive society, and India has recognized the need to improve its literacy rates for economic and social development. The Indian Government has launched a new scheme, the New India Literacy Programme (NILP), to address ..

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New Rules for Cattle Dehorning

March 31, 2023

Animal welfare has always been a topic of concern for various animal rights organizations and animal lovers around the world. In India, the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act was implemented in 1960 to prevent the mistreatment of animals. Recently, ..

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What are IMF Bailouts?

March 31, 2023

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an international organization that provides financial assistance to member countries facing economic crises. The organization works towards maintaining international monetary cooperation, promoting exchange rate stability, and facilitating international trade. IMF lending comes with strict ..

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H3N8 and its Presence in China

March 31, 2023

Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is a viral disease that affects birds but can also be transmitted to humans and other animals, including horses and dogs. There are several subtypes of the Influenza A virus that can cause ..

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India-Africa Army Chiefs’ Conclave and AFINDEX-2023

March 31, 2023

The India-Africa Army Chiefs’ Conclave was held in Pune with the aim of strengthening defence relations and creating an institutionalised framework for better military-to-military cooperation between India and African nations. The central theme of the conclave was AMRUT (Africa-India Militaries ..

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P-270 Moskit Missile

March 31, 2023

The Russian Navy, on March 28, test-fired supersonic anti-ship missiles at a mock target in the Sea of Japan. The missiles, identified as Moskit cruise missiles, were fired at a target located approximately 100 kilometers away from the missile ships ..

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