Current Affairs - March, 2024

Romania and Bulgaria Partially Join Schengen Area

April 1, 2024

On 1 April 2024, Romania and Bulgaria partially joined the Schengen Area, Europe’s ID-check-free travel zone. This marks a significant step in the two countries’ integration with the European Union (EU). However, land border checks will remain in place due ..

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Tripura: Matabari Pera Prasad, Rignai Pachara textiles get GI Tag

April 1, 2024

Three traditional products from Tripura have recently received Geographical Indication (GI) tag. The products are Matabari pera prasad and Rignai pachara textiles. With this, Tripura now has 4 GI Protected products. Matabari Pera Prasad The ‘Matabari pera prasad’ is a ..

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Hockey India Awards 2023

March 31, 2024

The Hockey India Awards 2023 were held in New Delhi on March 31, 2024 to celebrate the outstanding Indian hockey players from the previous calendar year. The event saw several players being recognized for their exceptional performances and contributions to ..

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Digital India Trust Agency (DIGITA)

March 31, 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is considering establishing a Digital India Trust Agency (DIGITA) to combat the proliferation of illegal lending apps and curb growing cyber fraud. This proposed agency aims to verify digital lending apps, maintain a public ..

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Russia’s Veto on North Korea’s Sanctions Monitoring

March 31, 2024

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has been monitoring North Korea’s compliance with sanctions imposed due to its nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs. A panel of experts was set up in 2009 to track and report on any violations ..

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Michelangelo’s David statue and Italy’s Cultural Heritage Code

March 31, 2024

Michelangelo’s David is a renowned marble sculpture created by the Italian Renaissance artist Michelangelo Buonarroti between 1501 and 1504. The statue depicts the Biblical figure David, a young shepherd who fought and defeated the giant Goliath. The sculpture is considered ..

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Threats to the Great Indian Bustard and Conservation Efforts

March 31, 2024

The Great Indian Bustard (GIB) (Ardeotis nigriceps) is a critically endangered bird species native to the Indian subcontinent. With fewer than 150 individuals remaining in the wild, the GIB faces numerous threats that are driving it towards extinction. The GIB ..

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Good Friday Observance and Significance

March 31, 2024

Good Friday is a solemn Christian holiday observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday. It commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ at the hands of the Romans. Good Friday is part of the Holy Week, which includes Palm Sunday, Maundy ..

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Katchatheevu Island Issue

March 31, 2024

Katchatheevu is an uninhabited island located in the Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka. The island has been a subject of controversy and dispute between the two countries for several decades. It is currently under the control of Sri ..

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Over 5,000 Indians Trapped in Cambodia, Forced to Carry Out Cyber Frauds

March 30, 2024

Government of India has estimated that over 5,000 Indians are trapped in Cambodia, allegedly being held against their will, and forced to carry out cyber frauds targeting people back home. The fraudsters have allegedly duped people in India of at ..

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