Current Affairs · March 2026
TNPSC current affairs for March 2026, grouped by day.
31 March 2026
12 storiesCSIR Promotes 'Bio-Bitumen' for Industrial Adoption
CSIR organised an event in New Delhi on 31 March for large-scale industrial adoption of its 'Bio-Bitumen' technology, which converts agricultural waste into a road-building material.
Sheetal Devi named World Archery Para Archer of the Year 2025
Sheetal Devi of Jammu and Kashmir was honoured by World Archery for her 2025 achievements in para archery.
RBI caps banks’ net open position in INR at $100 million to curb forex volatility
The RBI ordered banks to keep their onshore deliverable NOP-INR within $100 million by April 10, 2026.
Artemis II to be NASA’s first crewed Moon mission since Apollo; launch set for April 1, 2026
NASA’s Artemis II mission is scheduled for April 1, 2026, with four astronauts aboard the SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft.
RBI caps banks’ net open position in rupees at $100 million to curb forex volatility
RBI ordered banks to keep their net open position in Indian rupees within $100 million by April 10, 2026.
India’s tri-service Dweep Shakti exercise ran from March 24 to 28, 2026 to strengthen amphibious and island defence
India conducted the Dweep Shakti tri-service exercise from March 24 to 28, 2026 to improve coastal and island defence readiness.
NASA’s Artemis II to be first crewed Moon mission in 53 years with four astronauts and April 2026 launch
NASA’s Artemis II is set for April 1, 2026, as the first crewed Moon mission in over five decades with four astronauts.
Sheetal Devi named World Archery Para Archer of the Year 2025 after Gwangju gold and Paris Paralympics bronze
Sheetal Devi won the World Archery Para Archer of the Year 2025 title after a gold in Gwangju and a bronze at the Paris Paralympics.
Karan Dhanelia of Indore wins Bartender of the Year 2026 at Diageo India World Class finals
Karan Dhanelia from Indore won Bartender of the Year 2026 at the 12th Diageo India World Class finals in Gurgaon.
Veer Sahara app by Jaipur students aims to simplify scheme access for defence families
Two Grade 11 students in Jaipur built Veer Sahara, a bilingual digital platform for defence families to find and apply for welfare schemes.
YES BANK becomes highest-rated Indian bank in S&P Global CSA 2025 with score of 79
YES BANK topped Indian banks in the S&P Global CSA 2025 with a score of 79 and entered the 2026 Sustainability Yearbook.
Zimbabwe launches 500 MW floating solar project at Kariba Dam with 250 MW pilot and 20-year PPA
Zimbabwe launched a 500 MW floating solar project at Kariba Dam, backed by a 250 MW pilot and a 20-year power purchase agreement.
30 March 2026
14 storiesA.R. Rahman Named Yamaha Music India Brand Ambassador
Academy Award-winning composer A.R. Rahman was named the brand ambassador of Yamaha Music India to strengthen the country's music ecosystem.
GRSE Delivers Fourth Survey Vessel 'Sanshodhak' to Indian Navy
GRSE delivered 'Sanshodhak', the fourth Survey Vessel (Large), to the Indian Navy on 30 March, with over 80% indigenous content.
Department of Justice holds National Consultation 2026 under Tele-Law, launches Nyaya Setu tools
On 29 March 2026, the Department of Justice held a national consultation in New Delhi under the Tele-Law initiative and launched Nyaya Setu AI tools.
Government opens nominations for Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2026
The Government of India invited nominations for Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2026 from 28 March to 11 May 2026 through the awards portal.
CBIC launches outreach on Duty Deferment Scheme for Eligible Manufacturer Importers
CBIC held a hybrid outreach programme in New Delhi on the Duty Deferment Scheme for Eligible Manufacturer Importers, with the portal going live on 1 April 2026.
Hockey India Annual Awards 2025: Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur win Players of the Year
At the 8th Hockey India Annual Awards in New Delhi, Hardik Singh and Navneet Kaur were named Players of the Year 2025.
India at G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in France: Jaishankar flags UN reform, Global South concerns
Dr. S. Jaishankar attended the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting with Partner Countries in France on 26–27 March 2026 and pressed for UN Security Council reform.
National Consultation 2026 under Tele-Law: Nyaya Setu AI chatbot, mascot and legal literacy tools
The Department of Justice held National Consultation 2026 in New Delhi on 29 March 2026 under the DISHA Scheme’s Tele-Law initiative.
BRIC-Research Advisory Board meets in Faridabad: governance reform and bioeconomy push
The first BRIC-Research Advisory Board meeting was held on 27–28 March 2026 at the Regional Centre for Biotechnology, Faridabad.
Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2026 nominations opened: categories, dates and portal
The Government of India invited nominations for Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2026 from 28 March to 11 May 2026.
CBIC outreach on Duty Deferment Scheme for Eligible Manufacturer Importers: launch dates and eligibility
CBIC held an outreach programme in New Delhi on the Duty Deferment Scheme for Eligible Manufacturer Importers under Union Budget 2026-27.
C-DOT and Delhi Police MoU for smart policing: FRS, SAMVAD and quantum-secure tools
C-DOT signed an MoU with Delhi Police to deploy indigenous digital tools for secure communication, surveillance and emergency response.
Hockey India Annual Awards 2025: Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur and Zafar Iqbal honoured
The 8th Hockey India Annual Awards were held in New Delhi, with Hardik Singh and Navneet Kaur named Players of the Year 2025.
India at G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in France: UNSC reform, Global South and maritime security
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar attended the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting with partner countries in France on 26–27 March 2026.
29 March 2026
9 storiesSunil Narine Becomes Most-Capped Overseas Player in IPL
Kolkata Knight Riders' Sunil Narine surpassed Kieron Pollard to become the most-capped overseas player in IPL history, reaching 190 matches on 29 March.
Great Barrier Reef corals hit by heat stress and black band disease: environment fact for TNPSC
Heat stress and rare black band disease were reported to devastate Great Barrier Reef corals, a climate and environment fact.
X8.3 solar flare in 2026: strongest flare of the year and a science current-affairs fact
The X8.3 solar flare was described as the strongest solar flare of 2026, a direct science fact for TNPSC.
New earthworm species Drawida vazhania discovered in Kerala: biodiversity fact for environment questions
A new earthworm species, Drawida vazhania, was discovered in Kerala, making it a biodiversity fact for TNPSC.
BHEL wins major international contract for Nigeria refinery project: exam facts on PSU and overseas order
BHEL secured a major international contract for a refinery project in Nigeria, a useful PSU and international business fact.
India’s GDP growth at 7.7% in FY 2025-26: economy fact for TNPSC on growth rate and fiscal year
India’s GDP growth was reported at 7.7% in FY 2025-26, a direct economy fact useful for TNPSC.
Tamil Nadu’s first Dark Sky Park at Kolli Hills: TNPSC facts on location, purpose and dark-sky conservation
Tamil Nadu launched its first Dark Sky Park in Kolli Hills, a science-and-environment initiative with MCQ-ready location and conservation facts.
Sangeet Natak Akademi honours 51 artists in Lucknow: award facts for TNPSC
The Sangeet Natak Akademi honoured 51 artists in Lucknow, a national awards fact with a clear number and place.
Bihar to establish India’s first Power Museum in Patna: governance and heritage fact
Bihar announced India’s first Power Museum in Patna, a state-specific infrastructure and heritage fact.
28 March 2026
12 storiesESA Launches First Celeste Navigation Satellites from New Zealand
The European Space Agency launched its first Celeste navigation demonstrator satellites (IOD-1 and IOD-2) from New Zealand on 28 March, to complement Galileo.
TV Rating Policy 2026 replaces 2014 guidelines to improve transparency in audience measurement
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting notified TV Rating Policy 2026 to overhaul television audience measurement and align it with OTT and Connected TVs.
DAY-NRLM releases national compendium on rural livelihoods through convergence
DAY-NRLM launched a national compendium with 24 SRLMs, 67 field stories from 19 states, and a focus on the Lakhpati Didi model.
Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti takes charge as NCBC Chairperson on 18 March 2026
Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti assumed charge as NCBC Chairperson on 18 March 2026, while Kiran Umesh Mahalle joined as Member on 20 March 2026.
India hosts first BRICS Youth Coordination Meeting in virtual format on 25 March 2026
India, as BRICS Chairship 2026, held the first BRICS Youth Coordination Meeting on 25 March 2026 with the theme on resilience and sustainability.
Earth Hour 2026 marks 20 years of WWF’s global climate movement on 28 March
Earth Hour 2026 was observed on 28 March 2026 from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM with the theme “Give an Hour for Earth”.
IAF launches Vayu Baan, India’s first helicopter-dropped drone project in March 2026
The Indian Air Force issued an RFP in March 2026 for Vayu Baan, a helicopter-launched UAS with reconnaissance and strike roles.
Indian Army EME and IITM Pravartak sign MoU to boost defence indigenisation in Chennai
The Indian Army’s EME and IITM Pravartak signed an MoU on 26 March 2026 and set up a Nodal Indigenisation Centre at Avadi, Chennai.
India extends 4% inflation targeting framework till March 2031 under RBI Act Section 45ZA
The Union government extended India’s flexible inflation targeting framework for 2026-2031, keeping the 4% retail inflation target and 2%-6% tolerance band.
Nokia appoints Samar Mittal and Vibha Mehra for India operations from 1 April 2026
Nokia announced two leadership appointments for India, effective 1 April 2026, to strengthen telecom, AI, government relations and CSR focus.
Lakshya AMC gets SEBI approval to enter mutual fund business in Ahmedabad
SEBI approved Lakshya AMC to start mutual fund business, making it the first AMC headquartered in Ahmedabad.
IIMA inaugurates Krishnamurthy Tandon School of Artificial Intelligence with ₹100 crore donation
IIM Ahmedabad inaugurated the Krishnamurthy Tandon School of Artificial Intelligence with a ₹100 crore contribution from Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon and Ranjan Tandon.
27 March 2026
9 storiesFirst World Buddhist Peace Conference Held in Telangana
The first World Buddhist Peace Conference was held in Hyderabad and Buddhavanam (Nagarjunasagar) on 27-29 March, with 150 delegates from 22 countries.
Noida airport Phase I, Delhi station redevelopment and Uttarakhand air connectivity: March 2026 infrastructure updates
March 2026 infrastructure news included Noida International Airport Phase I, Amrit Bharat Station Scheme works in Delhi, and new air links in Uttarakhand.
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme advances redevelopment of 13 Delhi railway stations
The Railways is redeveloping 13 Delhi-region stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
China Mobile opens Global Intelligence Center in Hong Kong as a major AI computing hub
China Mobile inaugurated its Global Intelligence Center in Hong Kong, described as the city’s largest standalone intelligent computing hub.
Uttarakhand expands regional air connectivity with Dehradun–Pithoragarh flight and heliport growth
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off the Dehradun–Pithoragarh flight service using a 42-seater aircraft.
Noida International Airport Phase I set for inauguration on 28 March 2026 with 12 MPPA capacity
PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate Phase I of Noida International Airport at Jewar on 28 March 2026.
Union Cabinet approves 101.5-km NH 927 corridor to improve access to Shravasti Buddhist circuit
The Union Cabinet approved a 4-lane, access-controlled 101.5-km Barabanki–Bahraich section of NH 927.
IICA-NLUJA Assam launch two-year LL.M. in Corporate Law and Management in New Delhi
On 24 March 2026, IICA and NLUJA Assam launched a two-year residential LL.M. in Corporate Law and Management.
Strait of Hormuz coalition, NHB Gruh Sugam and DPIIT-KRAFTON MoU: key March 2026 governance and economy updates
March 2026 saw a 22-nation Hormuz coalition, NHB’s Gruh Sugam portal, and a DPIIT–KRAFTON startup MoU.
26 March 2026
11 storiesAkashvani Begins Broadcasting Full Six-Stanza 'Vande Mataram'
From 26 March, all Akashvani (All India Radio) stations began broadcasting the full six-stanza version of the national song 'Vande Mataram', replacing the two-stanza version.
DPIIT and Razorpay sign MoU to support startups through Startup Sahayak platform
DPIIT signed an MoU with Razorpay to support startups, and launched Startup Sahayak for incorporation, funding and scheme access.
Cabinet extends IVFRT Scheme from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031 with ₹1,800 crore budget
The Union Cabinet approved continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking Scheme for five years from 1 April 2026.
Union Cabinet approves Modified UDAN for 2026-27 to 2035-36 with ₹28,840 crore outlay
The Union Cabinet approved Modified UDAN for ten years from FY 2026-27 to 2035-36 with an outlay of ₹28,840 crore.
India ranks 6th in IQAir World Air Quality Report 2025; Loni and New Delhi remain key pollution markers
IQAir’s 2025 World Air Quality Report ranked India 6th among the world’s most polluted countries, with Loni and New Delhi featuring prominently.
NCW and Truecaller launch Women’s Digital Safety Awareness Initiative with verified 24x7 helpline
NCW and Truecaller launched a digital safety initiative in New Delhi on 21 March 2026, with a toolkit and verified 24x7 helpline support.
Gujarat becomes second state to adopt Uniform Civil Code with Article 44-linked bill
The Gujarat Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026 on 24 March 2026, making Gujarat the second state after Uttarakhand to adopt a UCC.
Lok Sabha passes Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026 with revised identity and certification rules
The Lok Sabha passed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026 on 24 March 2026, changing identity definitions and District Magistrate scrutiny for identity certificates.
Ministry of Culture signs MoU with YouTube on 25 March 2026 to promote India’s heritage and folk music
The Ministry of Culture exchanged an MoU with YouTube in New Delhi on 25 March 2026 to promote India’s heritage, folk and tribal music globally.
9th PharmaMed 2026 to be held in New Delhi on 27 March with theme on healthcare equity
The 9th PharmaMed 2026 will be held in New Delhi on 27 March 2026 with the theme “Healthcare Equity: Reaching Every Citizen of Viksit Bharat.”
SPJIMR Dean Varun Nagaraj becomes first Indian business school representative on AACSB Board
Varun Nagaraj of SPJIMR was appointed to the AACSB Board of Directors for a three-year term starting 1 July 2026.
25 March 2026
10 storiesPM announces seven empowered groups to assess West Asia conflict impact on India’s economy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the Rajya Sabha that seven empowered groups led by secretary-level officers will monitor the long-term impact of the West Asia conflict.
DPIIT signs MoU with Blue Star to support manufacturing startups in HVAC and advanced manufacturing
DPIIT and Blue Star Limited signed an MoU to help startups in manufacturing, HVAC technologies and supply-chain innovation.
Haryana tops 24th National Para Athletics Championships; Tamil Nadu finishes second in Bhubaneswar
Held in Bhubaneswar from 17 to 21 March 2026, the championships saw Haryana top the medals table and Tamil Nadu finish second.
ICAR-IVRI produces five Sahiwal calves using OPU-IVF-ET technology in first successful protocol application
ICAR-IVRI in Izatnagar produced five healthy Sahiwal calves using OPU-IVF-ET, marking its first successful application of the protocol for this breed.
Ayush-DBT joint clinical study on Ayurveda as adjunct therapy for tuberculosis announced on World TB Day 2026
The Ministry of Ayush and DBT announced a 24-month multi-centre clinical study on Ayurveda as an adjunct to TB treatment.
Indian Railways announces five reforms under Reform Express for cargo, construction and passengers
Railways approved five reforms in 2026, taking the year’s total to nine, with changes in wagon design, bidding norms and ticketing.
Delhi Budget 2026-27: Green Budget earmarks ₹22,236 crore for green development and pollution control
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta presented a Green Budget with 21.44% of the outlay for green development, pollution control and waste management.
India launches 100-day TB Mukt Bharat campaign; funding rises to ₹6,356 crore in 2025-26
Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda launched a 100-day TB Mukt Bharat campaign on World TB Day 2026 with major gains in detection, treatment and funding.
24th National Para Athletics Championships 2026: Haryana tops, Tamil Nadu second
At Bhubaneswar from 17–21 March 2026, Haryana topped the 24th National Para Athletics Championships and Tamil Nadu finished second.
ICAR-IVRI’s OPU-IVF-ET breakthrough in Sahiwal calves: key facts for TNPSC
ICAR-IVRI in Bareilly produced five Sahiwal calves using OPU-IVF-ET, marking a first for the institute in this breed.
24 March 2026
12 storiesGujarat Passes Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026
The Gujarat Legislative Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026 on 24 March, making Gujarat the second state to adopt a UCC after Uttarakhand.
India Conducts 'Dweep Shakti' Tri-Service Exercise
India's armed forces conducted the 'Dweep Shakti' tri-service amphibious and maritime exercise during 24-28 March to test island and coastal defence capabilities.
World TB Day Observed (24 March)
World Tuberculosis Day was observed on 24 March to raise awareness about TB and efforts to eliminate it.
GARBH-INi pregnancy cohort: India’s largest study with 12,000 women and AI tools
Dr. Jitendra Singh unveiled outcomes of GARBH-INi, India’s largest pregnancy cohort study involving 12,000 women.
Madhya Pradesh AI Mission to be rolled out in three phases from 2026-27
Madhya Pradesh announced a phased AI Mission after the Bhopal Regional AI Impact Conference in January 2026.
Manipur’s Ningol Van Initiative launched on International Day of Forests 2026
Manipur launched the Ningol Van Initiative on 21 March 2026 to strengthen community participation in forest conservation.
NBA expert committee on invasive alien species under Biological Diversity Act, 2002
The National Biodiversity Authority formed a two-year expert committee on invasive alien species following NGT directions.
Kavach ATP commissioned on Prayagraj–Kanpur section to support 160 kmph rail operations
Indian Railways commissioned Kavach on the 190 route-km Prayagraj–Kanpur section, a key part of the Delhi–Howrah corridor.
NHM tribal healthcare norms relaxed: SHC, PHC, CHC and MMU thresholds revised
The Health Ministry has relaxed NHM norms for tribal and remote areas, lowering population thresholds and expanding MMUs and AAMs.
India’s trade shift in February 2026: China overtakes Netherlands as third-largest export market
In February 2026, China became India’s third-largest export destination as exports rose 32.4% to $1.67 billion.
Khelo India Tribal Games 2026: Chhattisgarh host, venues, mascot and scale
Chhattisgarh will host the first Khelo India Tribal Games from 25 March to 3 April 2026 across Raipur, Jagdalpur and Surguja.
World TB Day 2026: India’s TB elimination target, theme and NTEP facts
World TB Day 2026 on 24 March highlights the theme ‘Yes! We can end TB!’ and India’s NTEP-led goal to eliminate TB by 2025.
23 March 2026
12 storiesShaheed Diwas: Martyrdom of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru (23 March)
Shaheed Diwas was observed on 23 March, marking the 1931 execution of freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru.
MCGS-MSME modified to expand service-sector eligibility and 10-year guarantee tenure
The government modified the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs to widen eligibility and support manufacturing and exports.
CGSMFI-2.0 launched to guarantee microfinance loans up to ₹20,000 crore for small borrowers
The government launched CGSMFI-2.0 to support microfinance institutions and small borrowers with guarantees up to ₹20,000 crore.
WII Society AGM reviews cheetah recovery, Great Indian Bustard breeding and NH-72A wildlife crossings
The 27th AGM of the Wildlife Institute of India Society in Dehradun reviewed cheetah conservation and wildlife mitigation work.
Critical mineral auction 7th tranche launched under MMDR Act framework with 19 blocks
The Ministry of Mines launched the 7th tranche of critical and strategic mineral block auctions on 23 March 2026.
Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 guidelines released on World Water Day with extension till December 2028
Union Minister C.R. Patil released the operational guidelines for Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 on 22 March 2026.
Telangana announces Indiramma Family Life Insurance Scheme with ₹5 lakh cover for 1.15 crore families
Telangana announced a ₹5 lakh life insurance cover for about 1.15 crore families under the Indiramma Family Life Insurance Scheme.
World Water Day 2026 highlights water and gender under UN-Water coordination
World Water Day 2026 was observed on 22 March with the theme Water and Gender under UN-Water coordination.
India and Seychelles hold first tri-services Exercise Lamitiye 2026 with INS Trikand
INS Trikand took part in the first tri-services edition of Exercise Lamitiye 2026 with Seychelles Defence Forces.
Global Terrorism Index 2026 ranks Pakistan first; India placed 13th
The Global Terrorism Index 2026 ranked Pakistan first among 163 countries and India 13th.
PRARAMBH 2026 launched for Income Tax Act 2025 awareness and CBDT chatbot Kar Saathi
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launched PRARAMBH 2026 in New Delhi for awareness on the Income Tax Act, 2025.
NHAI to deploy AI dashcam analytics across 40,000 km of highways for weekly defect audits
NHAI will use AI/ML-based dashcam analytics on about 40,000 km of highways for weekly and monthly road-condition audits.
22 March 2026
1 stories21 March 2026
10 storiesInternational Day of Forests Observed (21 March)
The International Day of Forests was observed on 21 March to raise awareness about the importance of forests and trees.
India launches Gyan Bharatam manuscript survey at AI Impact Summit 2026
The Ministry of Culture launched the Gyan Bharatam National Manuscript Survey during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi.
India and Sri Lanka deepen UPI merchant acceptance through NPCI International expansion
NPCI International said it will expand UPI merchant acceptance in Sri Lanka to support cross-border digital payments.
MS Dhoni named brand ambassador for BHIM Payments App by NPCI BHIM Services
NPCI BHIM Services Limited appointed Mahendra Singh Dhoni as the brand ambassador for the BHIM App.
Meghalaya extends Garo Hills Autonomous District Council by 6 months till 18 October 2026
The Meghalaya Cabinet extended the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council term by six months from 18 April 2026 to 18 October 2026.
Gyan Bharatam National Manuscript Survey launched to map India’s manuscript heritage
The Ministry of Culture launched the Gyan Bharatam National Manuscript Survey to create a geo-tagged inventory and manuscript presence map.
National Highways Fee Rules 2026 notified to tighten toll compliance and e-notice recovery
The government notified amended National Highways Fee Rules 2026 effective 17 March 2026 to enforce unpaid toll recovery through digital notices.
Tamil Nadu becomes India’s top textile exporter in FY 2024-25, overtaking Gujarat and Maharashtra
Tamil Nadu topped India’s textile exports in FY 2024-25 with 21.84% share and $7,997.17 million exports.
India gets 2028 World Indoor Athletics Championships; Bhubaneswar to host first-ever edition
Bhubaneswar was selected to host the World Indoor Athletics Championships 2028 after approval by the World Athletics Council in Toruń, Poland.
Stockholm Water Prize 2026: Kaveh Madani, UNU-INWEH chief, wins for water governance research
Professor Kaveh Madani was named the 2026 Stockholm Water Prize laureate for research on water governance and transboundary water management.
20 March 2026
16 storiesIndian Navy launches second IOS SAGAR edition in March 2026 with 16 IONS member nations
The Indian Navy began the second edition of IOS SAGAR on March 16, 2026 to deepen maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean region.
Online Gaming Act 2025 bans money games and creates Online Gaming Authority of India
The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 prohibits online money games and sets penalties up to 3 years and ₹1 crore.
RBI wins Central Banking Initiative of the Year award for .bank.in domain rollout
The Reserve Bank of India won the Initiative of the Year award for launching the .bank.in domain to curb cyber fraud.
Government approves RELIEF intervention with ₹497 crore to support exporters hit by West Asia logistics disruptions
The Centre approved RELIEF under the Export Promotion Mission to cushion exporters facing freight and insurance shocks.
Small Hydro Power Development Scheme approved for 2026-27 to 2030-31 with ₹2,584.60 crore outlay
The Cabinet approved a Small Hydro Power Development Scheme for FY 2026-27 to 2030-31 with support for 1 MW to 25 MW projects.
Cabinet clears Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna for 100 industrial parks and ₹33,660 crore support
The Union Cabinet approved Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna to build 100 industrial parks with ₹33,660 crore support.
Ministry of Ayush launches Yoga 365 campaign at Yoga Mahotsav 2026 in New Delhi
The Ministry of Ayush launched Yoga 365 during Yoga Mahotsav 2026 to promote daily yoga practice.
Indian Navy launches second IOS SAGAR edition in March 2026 for maritime cooperation
The Indian Navy began the second edition of IOS SAGAR on 16 March 2026 with participation from 16 IONS member nations.
India enacts Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 to ban money games
India enacted a law banning online money games and creating the Online Gaming Authority of India.
RBI wins Central Banking’s Initiative of the Year award for .bank.in domain rollout
The Reserve Bank of India received Central Banking’s Initiative of the Year award for launching the .bank.in domain.
Government approves RELIEF intervention for exporters hit by West Asia logistics disruptions
The government approved RELIEF under the Export Promotion Mission to support exporters facing freight and insurance shocks.
Cabinet clears Small Hydro Power Development Scheme 2026-31 with ₹2,584.60 crore outlay
The Union Cabinet approved a Small Hydro Power Development Scheme for FY 2026-27 to FY 2030-31.
Indian Coast Guard gets six next-generation offshore patrol vessels; keel laid for Yard 16402 and 16403
The keel laying for Yard 16402 and Yard 16403 marked the second and third ships of six next-generation offshore patrol vessels for the Indian Coast Guard.
Government approves RELIEF scheme with ₹497 crore to support exporters hit by West Asia logistics disruptions
The government approved RELIEF under the Export Promotion Mission to help exporters facing freight, insurance and route disruptions in West Asia.
Cabinet approves Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna to build 100 industrial parks with ₹33,660 crore outlay
The Union Cabinet approved Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna with ₹33,660 crore to develop 100 industrial parks across India.
Ayush Ministry launches Yoga 365 campaign at Yoga Mahotsav 2026 in New Delhi
The Ministry of Ayush launched Yoga 365 to make yoga a daily practice during the 100-day countdown to International Day of Yoga 2026.
19 March 2026
4 storiesIndia ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups: key startup ecosystem fact for TNPSC
India topped the list of founders of US unicorn startups, a useful fact for economy and startup ecosystem questions.
NASA ends MAVEN mission in 2026; key Mars orbiter fact for science and space current affairs
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission ended in 2026, making it a useful space-science current-affairs fact.
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat, Gujarat on 19 March 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat on 19 March 2026.
BHEL wins major international refinery contract for Nigeria project; key PSU export fact for TNPSC
BHEL secured a major international contract linked to Nigeria’s refinery project, making it a relevant PSU and industrial export current-affairs item.
18 March 2026
11 storiesSarfaraz Ahmed retires after 54 Tests, 117 ODIs and 61 T20Is for Pakistan
Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed announced retirement after a career spanning nearly two decades.
Mayank Chakraborty becomes India’s 94th Grandmaster and first from the North East
Sixteen-year-old Mayank Chakraborty secured his final GM norm in Sweden and became India’s 94th Grandmaster.
Chhattisgarh launches Gaudham Yojana with 29 gaudhams in 11 districts
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai launched Gaudham Yojana in Bilaspur district with a target of 1,460 gaudhams.
Fitch raises India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast to 7.5% in March 2026 outlook
Fitch Ratings raised India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast to 7.5% and FY27 to 6.7%.
PM Modi inaugurates projects worth about ₹19,480 crore in Guwahati, Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for projects worth around ₹19,480 crore in Guwahati.
NYPS 2.0 expands National Youth Parliament Scheme access to all institutions and citizens
The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs launched NYPS 2.0 on 11 September 2024 with wider participation categories.
World Bank backs Uttar Pradesh Clean Air Management Program with $299.66 million loan
World Bank, India and Uttar Pradesh signed a $299.66 million agreement for a 10-year clean air program.
ITDC and Ministry of Tribal Affairs launch capacity building for tribal homestay owners
ITDC and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched a capacity building programme for tribal homestay owners at Hotel Samrat, New Delhi.
World Bank signs $299.66 million loan for Uttar Pradesh Clean Air Management Program
The World Bank, Government of India and Government of Uttar Pradesh signed a $299.66 million agreement for the Uttar Pradesh Clean Air Management Program.
Indian animated short CHYIMI wins Best Director at NYSAF 2026
The animated short film CHYIMI won the Best Director Award at the New York Short Animation Festival 2026.
Jasprit Bumrah named UNIQLO India brand ambassador
UNIQLO appointed Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah as its brand ambassador in March 2026.
17 March 2026
10 storiesSahitya Akademi announces 2025 awards for 24 Indian languages
Sahitya Akademi announced its annual awards for 2025 across 24 Indian languages, with presentation scheduled for 31 March 2026 in New Delhi.
Forbes 2026 list names 35 billionaires under 30, led by AI founders
The Forbes World’s Billionaires List 2026 includes 35 people under 30, with 12 self-made billionaires and 11 from AI ventures.
Exicom opens Hyderabad manufacturing facility for EV charging and power solutions
Exicom Tele-Systems inaugurated an integrated manufacturing facility in Hyderabad with an investment of ₹216 crore.
BCCI Naman Awards 2026 honours five Indian World Cup-winning teams in New Delhi
BCCI honoured five Indian teams that won World Cup and Champions Trophy titles between 2025 and 2026 in New Delhi.
Indian boxers win five medals at World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok
India finished with five medals, including one gold, at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok.
Gujarat’s first sounding rocket launch marks private space entry at Dholera
On 14 March 2026, Gujarat saw its first sounding rocket launch from Bavaliyari near Dholera by OSRE.
CARA issues directions on adoption records, surrender period and child privacy
CARA issued three office memorandums in March 2026 to strengthen adoption procedures under the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015.
SEBI gets new Whole-Time Member K. V. Ramana Murty in March 2026
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved K. V. Ramana Murty as a SEBI Whole-Time Member for three years in March 2026.
Oscars 2026: Sinners sets 16-nomination record; first Best Casting award introduced
At the 98th Academy Awards on 15 March 2026 in Los Angeles, Sinners got 16 nominations and the Academy introduced the first Best Achievement in Casting award.
Sahitya Akademi Awards 2025: 24-language literary honours, ₹1 lakh prize, presentation on 31 March 2026
Sahitya Akademi announced its 2025 annual awards for 24 Indian languages, with each winner to receive ₹1,00,000 and the ceremony set for 31 March 2026 in New Delhi.
16 March 2026
10 storiesElectricity (Amendment) Rules 2026 set 1 April 2026 nodal agencies and 26% ownership threshold for captive users
The rules introduce nodal agencies, grievance redressal and surcharge relief for captive generating plants from 1 April 2026.
World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026: India topped New Delhi meet with 208 medals, including 75 gold
India led the medal tally at the New Delhi leg of the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 with 208 medals.
INS Sudarshini reached Malta on 12 March 2026 during 22,000-nautical-mile Lokayan-26 expedition
The Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini visited Valletta, Malta, as part of its Lokayan-26 transoceanic voyage.
Electricity (Amendment) Rules 2026 notified to simplify captive power generation and verification
The 2026 Electricity (Amendment) Rules revise captive generating plant provisions, ownership definitions and verification timelines.
Jnanpith Award 2025 conferred on Tamil writer R. Vairamuthu; 3rd Tamil laureate after Akilan and Jayakanthan
R. Vairamuthu received the 2025 Jnanpith Award, India’s highest literary honour, with key facts on its history, prize and Tamil laureates.
Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat campaign: child-marriage-free India drive, portal, helplines and outreach facts
The Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat campaign, launched on 27 November 2024, aims to make India child-marriage-free through awareness, reporting and institutional support.
R Vairamuthu gets 2025 Jnanpith Award; key facts on India’s highest literary honour
R Vairamuthu was conferred the 2025 Jnanpith Award, India’s oldest and highest literary honour instituted in 1961 by Bharatiya Jnanpith.
PM Modi inaugurated ₹18,700 crore projects in Kolkata, including Kharagpur–Moregram Expressway and six Amrit Bharat stations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for ₹18,700 crore projects in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Western Coalfields Limited projects: 25 EVs flagged off and new sports, eco and mine-connectivity works announced on 14 March 2026
On 14 March 2026, the Coal Minister inaugurated and laid foundation stones for modernization and green projects at Western Coalfields Limited.
PM Modi’s Kolkata projects worth ₹18,700 crore: exam facts on infrastructure and connectivity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for development works worth ₹18,700 crore in Kolkata, West Bengal.
15 March 2026
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10 storiesNASA DART mission changed the orbit of Dimorphos and the Didymos system
New research says NASA’s DART impact in September 2022 measurably altered the orbit of the asteroid system Didymos-Dimorphos.
C-DOT’s FraudPro reaches GLOMO 2026 finals for AI-based telecom fraud prevention
C-DOT’s AI-driven FraudPro was named a top finalist at the GLOMO Awards 2026 in Barcelona.
BHEL Haridwar milestones: 5 MW solar plant, 30-ton EAF and upgraded SRGM flagged off
Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy visited BHEL Haridwar and flagged off key clean energy and defence equipment.
ISA marks 10th Foundation Day in New Delhi; India-France solar alliance targets $1 trillion by 2030
The International Solar Alliance celebrated its 10th Foundation Day in New Delhi on 11 March 2026.
NHAI awards 7 km Gangaikonda Cholapuram bypass in Tamil Nadu to protect heritage corridor
NHAI issued an LOA for a 7 km greenfield bypass near Gangaikonda Cholapuram on NH-81 in Tamil Nadu.
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: Mambalam among 8 stations redeveloped; 180 stations completed nationwide
Indian Railways has redeveloped 180 stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, including Mambalam in Tamil Nadu.
V.O. Chidambaranar Port’s Digital Twin: India’s first major port to adopt real-time maritime management
V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority launched India’s first Digital Twin platform for a major port on 23 February 2026.
MSDE–GATI Foundation MoU to support overseas skilling and global mobility of Indian workers
MSDE signed a 3-year MoU with GATI Foundation to build a framework for overseas employment and global skill mobility.
DEPwD and Coalition of the Willing launch integrated life-cycle support model for hearing-impaired persons
DEPwD partnered with the Coalition of the Willing to build a national support ecosystem for deaf and hard-of-hearing persons.
Oil India–NSTFDC MoU to upgrade healthcare facilities in tribal Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh
Oil India Limited signed an MoU with NSTFDC to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh.
13 March 2026
10 storiesKavach 4.0 Commissioned on Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Howrah Routes
Indian Railways commissioned the indigenous Kavach 4.0 Automatic Train Protection system across 1,452 route km on the Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Howrah routes.
NITI Aayog Releases Fiscal Health Index 2026
NITI Aayog released the Fiscal Health Index 2026, evaluating the fiscal performance of states, now including North-Eastern and Himalayan states alongside major states.
ISRO and AIIMS New Delhi Collaborate on Space Medicine
ISRO and AIIMS New Delhi signed an MoU for space medicine research to support the Gaganyaan crewed missions and the planned Bharatiya Antariksh Station.
Bharat Tex 2026 Announced as World's Largest Textile Fair
Bharat Tex 2026, billed as the world's largest textile fair, was announced to be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, showcasing the entire textile value chain.
Kavach 4.0 commissioned on Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Howrah routes; 1,452 RKm covered
Railways commissioned Kavach 4.0 on 1,452 route km across two high-density corridors in March 2026.
Yoga Mahotsav 2026 marks 100-day countdown to 12th International Day of Yoga
MDNIY organized Yoga Mahotsav 2026 on 13 March 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan for the 100-day countdown to IDY 2026.
NITI Aayog releases Fiscal Health Index 2026 covering 18 major states and 10 NE-Himalayan states
The second annual Fiscal Health Index 2026 evaluates fiscal performance of Indian states with a separate ranking for NE and Himalayan states.
Bharat Tex 2026 launched; 14–17 July 2026 fair to host 1,30,000 visitors
Bharat Tex 2026 was launched as a global textile fair to be held in New Delhi in July 2026.
NASA’s Van Allen Probe A re-entered atmosphere on 11 March 2026 after nearly 14 years
Van Allen Probe A re-entered Earth’s atmosphere on 11 March 2026 after a mission launched in 2012.
Essential Commodities Act, 1955 invoked to protect domestic LPG supply
India invoked the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 amid commercial LPG shortages and global energy uncertainty.
12 March 2026
12 storiesGlobal Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems Held in Delhi
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated a Global Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems in New Delhi (12-14 March) during the International Year for Women Farmers.
Cabinet extends Jal Jeevan Mission to December 2028 with ₹8.69 lakh crore outlay
The Union Cabinet approved JJM 2.0, shifting the mission to a utility-based service delivery model and targeting all rural households by December 2028.
PM Modi inaugurates ₹16,450 crore projects in Kerala and Tamil Nadu; new Amrit Bharat trains flagged off
On 11 March 2026, PM Narendra Modi launched projects worth over ₹16,450 crore in Kerala and Tamil Nadu and flagged off several new train services.
Cabinet clears Madurai Airport international status, JJM 2.0 and FDI rule changes on 12 March 2026
On 12 March 2026, the Union Cabinet approved Madurai Airport’s international status, extended Jal Jeevan Mission to December 2028, and amended FDI rules for land-border countries.
NHAI-backed IHMCL signs MoU with vehicle aggregator platforms to improve highway safety
IHMCL signed an MoU with commercial vehicle aggregator platforms to integrate Rajmargyatra App alerts, Call 1033 and driver reporting tools.
DRDO and Indian Navy complete ADC-150 indigenous air-droppable container release trials off Goa
DRDO and the Indian Navy conducted four in-flight release trials of the indigenous ADC-150 from a P8I aircraft between 21 February and 1 March 2026.
NDSA opens new office in New Delhi and launches NETRA, RBSD and DHARMA digital dam-safety tools
Union Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Paatil inaugurated the NDSA office in New Delhi and launched digital platforms for dam safety governance.
Cabinet approves new railway multitracking projects in West Bengal and Jharkhand worth ₹4,474 crore
The CCEA approved two multitracking railway projects covering 192 km across five districts in West Bengal and Jharkhand.
Cabinet clears ₹3,630.77 crore greenfield link to Jewar International Airport
The CCEA approved a revised cost estimate for a 31.42 km corridor connecting Jewar International Airport to the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway.
Cabinet approves ₹3,839.42 crore 4-laning of Badnawar-Petlawad-Thandla-Timarwani NH-752D corridor
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved an 80.45 km 4-lane corridor in Madhya Pradesh under the Hybrid Annuity Mode.
Union Health Ministry proposes drug rule changes to align blood product testing with global pharmacopoeias
The Health Ministry issued a draft notification to amend the Drugs Rules, 1945, and align blood product testing with BP, USP and EP standards.
IICA and DGR launch 4th batch of Directors’ Certification for Defence Officers at Manesar
The 4th batch of the Directors’ Certification in Corporate Governance for Defence Officers began on 9 March 2026 at IICA, Manesar.
11 March 2026
4 storiesNASA's Van Allen Probe A Re-enters Earth's Atmosphere
NASA's Van Allen Probe A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 March, 14 years after launch, having studied the planet's radiation belts.
CISF marks 57th Raising Day in 2026 with ₹890 crore infrastructure push and 1969 legacy
CISF celebrated its 57th Raising Day on March 10, 2026 in Mundali, Odisha.
AAHAR 2026 opens at Bharat Mandapam with Italy as partner country and 1,800 exhibitors
Piyush Goyal inaugurated AAHAR 2026 in New Delhi from March 10 to 14, 2026.
Romania ratifies the International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement, boosting India-led solar diplomacy
Romania ratified the International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement in March 2026.