Current affairs PDF-March month 2023 (March- Month -2023) In English

  In this post, a collection of important objective-type questions PDF from 1 March to 31 March 2023 Daily Current Affairs has been made available. This is very useful and important for all competitive exams like - UPSC, SSC, HPSSSB, HPPSC, Bank, Railway, RPSC, Himachal police, and other state Police, SI, Constable, Patwari, Gramsewak, and all other competitive exams. Daily current GK update covers all the important topics which are important from the current affairs point of view for banking or other competitive exams.  

Daily Current affairs March 2023 in English,

Current affairs 1 March 2023 in English

1. Indian Air Force will participate in which country's Desert Flag-VIII exercise recently?

Answer:- United Arab Emirates 

An Indian Air Force contingent comprising of 110 Air Warriors has arrived at Al Dahfra airbase of United Arab Emirates for participating in Exercise Desert Flag VIII. The IAF would be participating with five LCA Tejas and two C-17 Globemaster III aircraft.

2. IAF will participate in 'Exercise Cobra Warrior' to be held in which country recently?

Answer:- United Kingdom

An Indian Air Force contingent comprising 145 Air Warriors has departed from Air Force Station Jamnagar to participate in Exercise Cobra Warrior at the Waddington Air Force Base of the Royal Air Force in the United Kingdom.

3. Which country has won the Women's T20 Cup title for the sixth time by defeating South Africa by 19 runs, on 26th February 2023?

Answer: - Australia

In Women's Cricket, Australia has lifted the ICC T20 World Cup Trophy for the sixth time. In the Final match yesterday, they defeated South Africa by 19 runs at Newlands, Cricket Ground in Cape Town.

4. When is 'National Science Day 2023' celebrated?

Answer: - Feb 28, 2023

National Science Day is celebrated in India on February 28 each year to mark the discovery of the Raman effect by Indian physicist Sir C. V. Raman on 28 February 1928.

5. Who has emerged as the seventh largest nation to adopt crypto in 2023?

Answer: - India emerged as the 7th biggest nation ready to adopt crypto in 2023.

According to Hedge with Crypto research, Australia is the biggest country when it comes to the adoption of cryptocurrency in 2023 with a score of 7.37 out of 10. The sale of cryptocurrency and other digital assets is legal and regulated in Australia. India emerged as 7th biggest nation ready to adopt crypto in 2023.

6. Which metro is going to launch the first virtual shopping app?

Answer: - Delhi Metro

Delhi Metro will soon launch India's first virtual shopping app called Momentum 2.0 for metro commuters to purchase products, book services and collect orders at the destination stations.

7. Which country's HMI group will invest Rs 7200 crore in Uttar Pradesh recently?

Answer: - Japan to invest Rs. 7,200 crores in Uttar Pradesh, HMI Group developing 30 hotels.

Japan to invest Rs. 7,200 crores in Uttar Pradesh, HMI Group developing 30 hotels. A grand temple of Maryada Purushottam Shriram will also be built by January 2024 in Ayodhya, resulting in a boost to tourism in the state.

8. Who has introduced the game-based educational institution “Jadoi Pitara”?

 Answer: - India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched 

The "Jadui Pitara" has been created on the concept of "learning by play," as envisioned in the new National Education Policy (NEP).

9. Which company has updated its new logo?

Answer: - Nokia

After almost six decades, Nokia has redesigned its iconic logo. Revealed before the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the new brand identity features a modern and digital look, replacing the previous typeface and 'Yale blue' color scheme.

10. Which player has won the silver medal in the Men's Singles event in the Spanish Para-Badminton International Tournament?

Answer: - Pramod Bhagat, and Sukant Kadam win gold in the men's doubles event at Spanish Para-Badminton International.  

Current affairs 2 March 2023 in English

1. Where has the Ministry of Tourism organized the first snow marathon?

Answer: - The maiden 1st Snow Marathon in Bhaderwah, Jammu on 26 February 2023.

The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India (North) in association with Real Sports India along with local administration, Amazing Bhaderwah Tourism Association (ABTA) organized the maiden 1st Snow Marathon in Bhaderwah, Jammu on 26 February 2023.

2. When is Zero Discrimination Day observed?

Answer: - 1^st March each year

Zero Discrimination Day is an annual day celebrated on 1 March each year by the United Nations and other international organizations. The day aims to promote equality before the law and in practice throughout all of the member countries of the UN. 

3. In which country is the Rideau Canal Skateway, which was in news recently?

Answer: - Ottawa, Canada

For the first time in five decades, the renowned Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa, Canada, which is also the world's largest outdoor rink, will not open due to a lack of ice. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the skateway stretches as far as 7.8km long and is immensely popular among both locals and tourists.

4. Recently former Justice S Abdul Nazeer has been sworn in as the Governor of which state?

Answer: - The 24th Governor of Andhra Pradesh

Syed Abdul Nazeer (born 5 January 1958) is a former judge of the Supreme Court of India, who is currently serving as the 24th Governor of Andhra Pradesh. He is also a former judge of the Karnataka High Court. He was appointed as the Governor of Andhra Pradesh on 12 February 2023. Hon'ble Justice (Retd.)

5. Which country's Prime Minister will be the chief guest at the 8th Raisina Dialogue?

Answer: - Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the eighth edition of the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi today. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will join the inaugural session as the Chief Guest. The three-day Raisina Dialogue is India's flagship conference on geopolitics and geo-strategy.

6. When is World NGO Day celebrated?

Answer: - Globally every year on February 27 

World NGO day is observed globally every year on February 27 to acknowledge honor and recognize the important role of NGOs. International NGO Day has been observed for many years now to commemorate the selfless acts and sacrifices of NGO employees and their contributions to making the world a better place.

7. Which is the submarine of India that has been in discussion recently?

Answer: - INS Sindhukesari 

INS Sindhukesari is part of the Russian-made Sindhughosh-class submarines. The submarine was first commissioned by the Indian Navy in 1989

8. Which country has declared a health emergency due to the increasing outbreaks of dengue?

Answer: - Peru

Peru on February declared a "health emergency" in 13 departments in the country's north, center and southeast due to an outbreak of dengue.

9. Who has successfully tested the cryogenic engine of its rocket for its Moon mission?

Answer: - ISRO 

ISRO successfully conducted the flight acceptance hot test of the CE-20 cryogenic engine that will power the cryogenic upper stage of the launch vehicle for the Chandrayaan-3 mission.

10. What is the recently developed indigenous data link communication by the Indian Air Force?

Answer: - Vayulink

In a major achievement, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has launched the indigenously built jammer-proof communication platform 'Vayulink'. This will help in maintaining contact with the base station even in bad weather.

Current affairs 3 March 2023 in English

1. Where has Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the 'Kol Tribe Mahakumbh' recently?

Answer: - Union Home Minister addressed the 'Kol Janjati Mahakumbh' organized on the occasion of Shabri Mata Janm Jayanti at Satna.

2. Who is the recently elected first MLA of Nagaland state?

Answer: - Hekani Jakhalu and Salhounuonu Krause

3. Who has recently been elected as the President of Nigeria?

Answer: - Nigerian electoral officials announced on 1 March 2023 that the ruling party's candidate in the presidential election, Bola Tinubu.

4. Where has the “Siang Uning Festival” been organized recently?

Answer: - In the Arunachal Pradesh state of India the 'Siang River Festival' is celebrated.

5. Which country has recently approved the $442 million Adani Wind Power Plant?

Answer: - Sri Lanka's 

Sri Lanka's investment promotion body has approved two renewable energy projects of India's Adani group to be set up in the north and eastern regions of the island nation at a total investment of $442 million.

6. Where has the three-day 'Ellora Ajanta International Festival' started recently?

Answer: - Aurangabad

In Maharashtra, a three-day Ellora Ajanta International Festival 2023 is set to take place from today evening, February 25 at 6 pm in Aurangabad. The festival is a celebration of the cultural heritage and diversity of the region and promises to be a feast for the senses.

7. Who has recently received the 'Best Adventure Tourism Destination' award?

Answer: - Jammu & Kashmir 

The India Today Tourism Survey has chosen Jammu & Kashmir Tourism for best adventure tourism award. The awards were given away at New Delhi by Union Minister of State for Culture & Parliamentary Affairs, Arjun Ram Meghwal.

8. Recently FATF has canceled the membership of which country?

Answer: - Russia's

9. Who has recently taken over as Director of General Quality Assurance?

Answer: - Lt Gen RS Reen 

Lt Gen RS Reen takes over as Director of General Quality Assurance. Lt Gen RS Reen took over as Director of General Quality Assurance on February 24, 2023. A 1986-batch officer, Lt Gen Reen is an alumnus of the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun. 

Current affairs 4 March 2023 in English

 

1. Where has the 7th Dharma Dhamma Conference been held recently?

Answer: - Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

President to inaugurate the 7th International Dharma Dhamma Conference in Bhopal. President Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate the 7th International Dharma Dhamma Conference in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

2. According to the United Nations report, in which country 83.7% of uranium particles have been found?

Answer: - Iran's

IAEA inspectors find uranium particles enriched to 83.7% The global nuclear watchdog has found uranium particles enriched to 83.7% purity - very close to weapons-grade - at Iran's underground Fordo site.

3. Where was India's first hybrid rocket launched recently?

Answer: - Chengalpattu Tamil Nadu on 19 February 2023

India's first hybrid rocket made by school students from various states was launched as part of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Satellite Launch Vehicle Mission 2023 from Pattipulam Village in Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu on 19 February 2023.

4. Recently Uber has tied up with whom to bring 25000 EVs on the platform?

Answer: - MoU with Tata Motors

Uber signed an MoU with Tata Motors, India's leading carmaker, to bring 25,000 electric vehicles onto the platform. The agreement between Uber and Tata Motors is the largest EV commitment yet between an automaker and a ridesharing platform in India.

5. Who has been appointed as the coach of the Indian men's hockey team?

Answer: - Craig Fulton

Hockey India on Friday confirmed that South African Craig Fulton will be the new chief coach of the Indian men's hockey team, succeeding Graham Reid who resigned after India's poor outing at the 2023 World Cup in January.

6. Who is hosting the second 'B20 event'?

Answer: - Aizawl will host the second of four B20 India

From 1-3 March 2023, Aizawl will host the second of four B20 India events scheduled in the Northeast. Business 20 (B20) is the official G20 dialogue forum for the global business community.

7. Recently Citibank's retail business has been merged with which bank?

Answer: - Axis Bank 

Axis Bank said on 1 march 2023 that it has completed its acquisition of Citibank's India consumer and non-banking finance businesses. The deal, announced in March 2022, has been closed for a cash consideration of $1.41 billion (Rs 11,630 crore) in one of the largest deals in the Indian financial services space.

8. Gold mines have been found in three districts of which state?

Answer: - Odisha's

Surveys by Odisha's Directorate of Mines and Geological Survey of India (GSI) have confirmed gold deposits in three districts including Deogarh, Keonjhar, and Mayurbhanj.

9. Where has Asia's longest-ever cycle race started recently?

Answer: - Srinagar

Asia's longest cycle race began in Srinagar today as 29 cyclists including one woman set off for the first of-its-kind 3651-kilometer event.

Who has been honored with the Player of the Year award by the Asia Chess Federation?

Answer: - Gukesh

Asian Chess Excellence Awards 2023: Gukesh receives Player of the Year and AICF bags Most Active Federation - ChessBase India.

Current affairs 5 March 2023 in English

1. I Phone maker Foxconn will invest $1 billion in which state of India?

Answer: - In Karnataka

Boost For Make In India: iPhone Maker Foxconn To Invest Up To $1 Bn In Karnataka. In a major push to diversify its production outside China, Apple's contract manufacturer Foxconn will reportedly invest up to $1 Bn to set up a manufacturing facility on the outskirts of Bengaluru.

2. Tata Steel Mining has tied up with whom to get clean fuel?

Answer: - The MoU with GAIL (India) Limited 

Signing the MoU, Tata Steel Mining MD Pankaj Satija said, “As a responsible mining company, we are committed to protecting the environment by using cleaner fuels, and signing of the MoU with GAIL (India) Limited will further help us in this direction.

3. In which country, 2022 Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Valyatsky has been sentenced to 10 years in prison?

Answer: - Belarus

4. Which state has registered a 40% increase in GST collection in February 2023?

Answer: - Odisha records 40% growth in GST collection in February 2023.

5. Which country has installed the world's first bamboo barrier?

Answer: - The world's first bamboo-made crash barrier, has been installed on the Vani-Warora Highway in Vidarbha, Maharashtra.

6. When has “National Security Day” been celebrated recently?

Answer: - The 4th of March is celebrated as National Security Day every year to acknowledge their massive efforts to protect the country.

7. Who has launched the "Catch the Rain 2023" campaign in New Delhi?

Answer: - President Draupadi Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu launched the Jal Shakti Abhiyan - Catch the Rain 2023 campaign in New Delhi. The theme of the campaign is source sustainability for drinking water.

8. Where is the industrial exhibition and fair inaugurated?

Answer: - Kota in Rajasthan

LS Speaker Om Birla & MSME Minister Narayan Rane inaugurate MSME's Industrial Exhibition and Fair at Kota in Rajasthan.

9. Where has Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated the 19th Annual CPA Conference?

Answer: - Sikkim

Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla inaugurated the 19th Annual Zone III Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India.

Current affairs 6 March 2023 in English

1. According to the recent report, how much has the unemployment rate increased in February?

Answer: - India's unemployment rate rose to 7.45% in February

India's unemployment rate rose to 7.45% in February from 7.14% in the previous month, data from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE) showed. Joblessness as measured by the CMIE All India unemployment rate remained elevated in February 2023 and rose to 7.45% from 7.14% in the previous month.

2. Which state is hosting the Global Responsible Tourism Summit?

Answer: - Kerala

Delegates visited tourism sites and interacted with locals thereafter. Kumarakom in Kerala hosted the Global RT Summit 2023, an International Responsible Tourism Network connecting various countries across the globe.

3. Where has the Ministry of Tourism organized the first snow marathon recently?

Answer: - Jammu and Kashmir's

Braving sub-zero temperatures, 135 people participated in Jammu and Kashmir's first snow marathon on early Sunday morning at a height of above 11,000 feet. The snow marathon was a part of 'Azadi Ka Amrut Maha Utsav' and 'Fit India Movement'.

4. Where has the 7th International Dharma Dhamma Conference been held?

Answer: - Bhopal on March 3, 2023

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the 7^th International Dharma Dhamma Conference, organized by the India Foundation in collaboration with the Sanchi University of Buddhist-Indic Studies, in Bhopal on March 3, 2023.

5. In which state a new virus named 'Adenovirus' has been found?

Answer: - The outbreak of adenovirus in West Bengal has been seriously impacting youngsters.

6. Armies of India and which country will participate in a joint military exercise 'FRIJEX 23'?

Answer: - French Army 

The maiden joint military exercise, FRINJEX-23, between the Indian Army and French Army will be conducted at the Pangode military station here on March 7 and 8.

7. Where has India hosted the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting?

Answer: - New Delhi, India on March 3, 2023

The Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, and Japan and the Secretary of State of the United States of America met in New Delhi, India on March 3, 2023, for the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting.

8. Recently Ban Thuong has become the new President of which country?

Answer: - The National Assembly of Vietnam has confirmed Vo Van Thuong as the new president in a reshuffle of the countries.

9. Who commissioned India's first air-cooled condenser?

Answer: - NTPC 

NTPC commissions India's first Air cooled condenser at the North Karanpura Super Critical plant in Jharkhand. NTPC has commissioned India's first Air cooled condenser installed Super Critical plant to demonstrate its Commitment towards water conservation through reduce, reuse and recycling.

10. Which state's 'Jaswin Aldrin' has won the national record in the AFI National Jumping Competition?

Answer: - Tamil Nadu

Jeswin Aldrin (Tamil Nadu) captured the spotlight with a new National Record of 8.42m in the men's Long Jump in the second AFI National Jumps Competition at the Inspire Institute of Sports in Vidyanagar.

Current affairs 7 March 2023 in English

1. In which state a 1300-year-old Buddhist Stupa has been found?

Answer: - Odisha (Near Jagannath Temple)

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has found a 1,300-year-old stupa in the middle of a mining site in Odisha's Jajpur district from where Khondalite stones were excavated for the project around the Jagannath Temple in Puri.

2. Where has the Women's Premier League started for the first time recently?

Answer: - Navi Mumbai

The Women's Premier League (WPL) is a women's Twenty20 cricket franchise league in India. It is owned and operated by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The first season is being played in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, with five franchises taking part.

3. India and which countries have signed a Framework Mechanism for Mutual Recognition of Qualifications?

Answer: - Australia

India and Australia have signed a framework mechanism for mutual recognition of qualifications, which will enable the two countries to ease the mobility of students and professionals between them.

4. When has World Tennis Day been celebrated recently?

Answer: - March 6, 2023

We celebrate World Tennis Day on the first Monday of March every year and on this day, we are learning all there is to know about this interesting sport.

5. Which state has won the Santosh Trophy after 54 years?

Answer: - Karnataka

Karnataka ended their 54-year wait to win the Santosh Trophy National Football Championship today, beating Meghalaya 3-2 in a pulsating final at the King Fahd International Stadium in the Saudi Arabia capital, Riyadh.

6. Which country has recently installed the world's first 200-meter bass barrier?

Answer: - India

7. Who has won the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year 2022 title?

Answer: - Mirabai Chanu

Tokyo Olympic Games silver medalist and weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu from Manipur has won the 2022 'BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year Award' (ISWOTY) after a public vote. With this, the 28-year-old weightlifter has become the first athlete to win the prestigious award twice in a row.

8. Which industrial exhibition and fair has been inaugurated recently?

Answer: - Kota (Rajasthan)

Current affairs 8 March 2023 in English

1. Who has become the world's number one tennis player in the recently released ATP rankings?

Answer: - ATP No. 1 ranked singles player, Novak Djokovic, is the record holder of most weeks spent as world No. 1.

2. With whom did the National Commission for Women tie up to empower women?

Answer:- Netflix

3. Which airport was ranked the best airport as per the ACI-ASQ Awards 2022?

Answer:- Airport Authority of India's (AAI) Tiruchirappalli International Airport 

Airport Authority of India's (AAI) Tiruchirappalli International Airport has been rated the best in the Asia Pacific region, as per ASQ Awards 2022 announced by the Airports Council International (ACI) 

4. Who has recently partnered with Microsoft to bring quantum computing to customers?

Answer:- HCL Technologies 

HCL Technologies partners with Microsoft to bring quantum computing to clients. Homegrown information technology (IT) services firm, HCL Technologies, announced a partnership with Microsoft's quantum cloud computing service, Azure Quantum.

5. When will 'International Women's Day' be celebrated?

Answer:- March 8

International Women's Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 as a focal point in the women's rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence and abuse against women. 

6. Education Minister has launched an NBS course in which IIT?

Answer:- IIT Madras

7. Where has Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the 'Good Governance Conference'?

Answer:- Dr. Jitendra Singh was addressing the inaugural session of the Regional Conference on Good Governance-Innovation in Bhopal.

8. Mumbai's famous "Vada Pav" ranks at which place in the list of best sandwiches in the world?

Answer:- Vada Pav is ranked number 13th

Vada Pav is ranked number 13th, and the food item received a rating of 4.4. Every state has its one special snack which is loved by people across the country. Similarly, Vada Pav, which is one of the famous snacks in Maharashtra has now been ranked as the world's 13th-best sandwich by Taste Atlas.

9. Who has launched 'Har Payment Digital Mission' to promote digital payments?

Answer:- Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 

At the launch of the 'Har Payment Digital' mission during the Digital Payments Awareness Week (DPAW) 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched a program to adopt 75 villages and convert them into digital payment enabled villages in observance of 75 years of independence.

Current affairs 9 March 2023 in English

1. Which state government has announced waiver of road tax and registration fee on the purchase of electric vehicles?

Answer:- Uttar Pradesh government

To promote electric vehicles, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to provide some benefits for EV buyers. As per the statement, the government will exempt road tax and registration fees on purchase of electric vehicles for three years from October 14, 2022, as reported by news agency ANI.

2. Recently 'Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al Ahmad Al Sabah' has been appointed as the Prime Minister of which country?

Answer:- Kuwait's

3. Who has recently released the book titled India's Vaccine Growth Story?

Answer:- Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya (Minister of Health and Family Welfare India and Chemicals and Fertilizers).

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya released the book 'India's Vaccine Growth Story - From Cowpox to Vaccine Maitri' authored by Shri Sajjan Singh Yadav. Mansukh Mandaviya is currently the Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare India and Chemicals and Fertilizers.

4. Who has presented the National Photography Awards?

Answer:- Dr L. Murugan presented the 8^th National Photography awards in New Delhi 

Photographers can introduce our unique cultural capital to the world: Dr Murugan. Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr L. Murugan presented the 8^th National Photography awards in New Delhi 

5. Where will the first Labor-20 meeting be held recently?

Answer:- Amritsar (Punjab)

The 1st Labour 20 (L20) meeting is scheduled to be held in Amritsar, Punjab, from 19 ^th to 20^th March 2023. L20 is one of the engagement groups under G20. It comprises leaders and representatives of trade union centers of G20 countries who provide analyses and policy recommendations aimed at addressing labor-related issues.

6. Who has recently started the first edition of Naval Commanders?

Answer:- Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh 

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh reviews operational capabilities of Indian Navy during Naval Commanders' Conference held aboard India's first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant. The first edition of the Naval Commanders' Conference 2023 began onboard India's first indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant.

7. Who has taken command of Spear Corps in Dimapur?

Answer:- Lt Gen HS Sahi

Lt Gen HS Sahi AVSM, YSM, SM assumed the command of the Dimapur based Spear Corps (3 Corps) on 6 March 2023.

8. Who has launched the Swachhotsav under the Swachh Bharat Mission?

Answer:- Union Minister Shri Hardeep Singh Puri 

In the run up to the Women's Day on 8th March, Union Minister Shri Hardeep Singh Puri launched Swachhotsav, 3-week women-led swachhata campaign, under the Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0. The campaign aims to recognize and celebrate the transition from women in sanitation to women-led sanitation.

9. Recently Mauganj has become the 53rd district of which state?

Answer:- Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced on March 4 to make Tehsil Mauganj of Rewa district the 53rd district of the state.

Current affairs 10 March 2023 in English

1. Where did Conrad Sangma take oath as the Chief Minister for the second time in a row?

Answer:- The leader of the National People's Party, was sworn in as Meghalaya's chief minister for the second time.

2. Where has the 23rd Commonwealth Law Conference started recently?

Answer:- Held in Goa

Organized by the Commonwealth Lawyers Association (CLA), the 23rd CLC is being held in Goa, from 5-9 March 2023 on the theme of 'Common

3. AM Ahmadi has passed away recently. Who was he?

Answer:- Chief justice from 1994 to 1997

Former Chief Justice of India A.M. Ahmadi passed away on Thursday at his home here. Ahmadi was the chief justice from 1994 to 1997.

4. Recently RBI has imposed a fine of Rs 3.06 crore on which payment app?

Answer:- Amazon Pay 

The RBI has imposed a penalty of Rs 3.06 crore on Amazon Pay for not complying with provisions on prepaid payment instruments (PPIs) and know your customer (KYC) guidelines.

5. Who has recently won the Marconi Prize for 2023?

Answer:- Hari Balakrishnan 

Indian-origin professor Hari Balakrishnan has been awarded the 2023 Marconi prize for his fundamental discoveries in wired and wireless networking, mobile sensing, and distributed systems.

6. Who was recently sworn in as a permanent judge of the Delhi High Court?

Answer:- Justice Amit Sharma 

Justice Amit Sharma 6 march took oath of office as a permanent judge of the Delhi High Court. Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma administered the oath to Justice Amit Sharma.

7. Who was commanded by Lt Gen HS Sahi in Dimapur?

Answer:- Lt Gen HS Sahi AVSM, YSM, SM assumed the command of the Dimapur-based Spear Corps (3 Corps)           

8. Who has become the new Chief Minister of Tripura recently?

Answer:- Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha Hon'ble Chief Minister Of Tripura

9. Which cricketer was appointed by Savlon as the world's first 'hand ambassador' for its Healthy India mission?

Answer:- Savlon revealed the God of Cricket, Sachin Tendulkar as its world's first 'Hand Ambassador' for its Swasth India Mission.

Current affairs 11 March 2023 in English

1. Recently Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of which country?

Answer:- Qatar's 

2. In which state the documentary on India's first woman SC judge Fathima Beevi was released?

Answer:- Kerala

Dhanya Rajendran on Twitter: "Documentary on India's first female SC judge Fathima Beevi released in Kerala

2. Who has been elected the new President of 'Nepal'?

Answer:- Ram Chandra Poudel 

Ram Chandra Poudel of the Nepali Congress was elected as the third president of Nepal on 09 March2023.

3. Who has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Nagaland recently?

 Answer:- Neiphiu Rio will be sworn-in as the Chief Minister for the fifth term at the Capital Cultural Hall, Kohima

Conrad K Sangma takes oath as Chief Minister of Meghalaya; Neiphiu Rio to be sworn-in as Nagaland CM for fifth term. In Meghalaya, Conrad K Sangma has been sworn-in as Chief Minister of the state, for the second consecutive term, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other BJP senior leaders.

4. Who has recently started the program of “75 Digital Villages”?

 Answer:- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched a programme to adopt 75 villages and convert them into 'digital payment enabled' villages.

5. Which has become the first state in India to cultivate organized Licorice (Mulethi)?

 Answer:- Himachal Pradesh becomes first state to have organised mulethi cultivation.

6. Who has recently become the first woman minister of Nagaland?

 Answer:- Salhoutonou Kruse

7. The Sports Department of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports will organize the Khelo India Dus Ka Dum tournament when.

Answer:- Yes, the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is organizing the Khelo India Dus Ka Dum event from March 10 to 31.

8. Who has recently won the 2023 Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix?

Answer:- Max Verstappen

9. India and which countries have recently announced an agreement on semiconductor?

Answer:-  India and the US signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the semiconductor supply chain and innovation partnership during the India-USA.  

10. Recently which country has proposed to form 'International Big Cat Alliance'?

Answer:- India

India has proposed to launch a mega global alliance called the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) under its leadership to protect big cats and assured support over five years with guaranteed funding of $100 million (over Rs 800 crore).

 

Current affairs 12 March 2023 in English

1. Where was the first meeting of the Central Asia “Joint Working” Group on Afghanistan held recently?

Answer:- India

2. Which state will introduce the fourth women's policy?

Answer:- Maharashtra 

3. According to the recent report, by what percent of the daily UPI transactions have increased to 36 crores?

Answer:- 50% 

Reserve Bank of India governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday said payments through UPI (unified payment interface) have grown exponentially in the past 12 months with daily transactions crossing 36 crore, which is up 50% from 24 crores in February 2022, according to a PTI report.

4. Who has become the new MD & CEO of Hindustan Unilever Limited?

Answer:- Rohit Jawa 

Shares of Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) rose marginally on the BSE in Monday's early deals as the company has appointed Rohit Jawa as the new chief executive and managing director (MD & CEO) for a 5‐ year period and he will succeed Sanjiv Mehta, who has been serving for the last 10 years.

5. Who will host the 8th edition of the Indian Pharma Fair recently?

Answer:- Lucknow to host the eighth edition of the Indian Fharma Fair in hybrid mode.

6. Who has recently become the first woman officer to command a field workshop?

Answer:- "Colonel Geeta Rana 

Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers has become the first woman officer to take over command of an Independent Field Workshop in a forward and remote location in Eastern Ladakh", Indian Army officials from Fire and Fury Corps tweeted.

7. Recently who has been selected as the winner of the “Prityajkar Architecture Prize” 2023?

Answer:- David Chipperfield 

The Pritzker Architecture Prize jury announced that British architect David Chipperfield (formally known as Sir David Alan Chipperfield CH) is the 2023 recipient of its prestigious award, one of the highest honors in architecture.

8. By whom has the book 'Mundak Upanishad: The Gateway to Eternity' been released?

Answer:- Dr. Karan Singh 

The book 'Mundaka Upanishad: The Bridge to Immortality' was released by Vice President, Jagdeep Dhankhar on 9 March 2023. Karan Singh is an Indian politician and philosopher.

9. Which bank has recently partnered with ITC to launch rural loan products?

Answer:- Axis Bank 

Axis Bank partners with ITC to offer rural lending products to farmers. Under the tie-up, the bank will leverage ITCMAARS (Meta Market for Advanced Agricultural Rural Services), a full-stack Agri-tech application for reaching out to the farmers and addressing their financial requirements.

 

Current affairs 13 March 2023 in English

1. Who was appointed as the new MD & CEO of Tech Mahindra?

Answer:- Mohit Joshi will take over as MD & CEO when CP Gurnani retires on 19 December 2023.

2. Which state has recently requested the Center to allow poppy cultivation?

 Answer:- West Bengal 

3. In which state the five-day 'Yashang Utsav' is being organized?

 Answer:- Manipur

4. Recently which country's former Prime Minister Mohideen Yasin has been arrested on corruption charges?

 Answer:- Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin was charged Friday, March 10, 2023, with corruption and money laundering, making him Malaysia.

5. Recently which country has proposed to form International Big Cat Alliances?

 Answer:- India

India has proposed to launch a mega global alliance called the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) under its leadership to protect big cats and assured support over five years with guaranteed funding of $100 million (over Rs 800 crore).

6. Who has taken charge as the Controller General of Accounts?

 Answer:- Mr. S.S. Dubey 

Mr. S.S. Dubey was the Additional Controller General of Accounts, Public Financial Management System (PFMS) before taking over as Controller General of Accounts.

7. Who has been appointed as the new President of Nepal recently?

 Answer:- Ram Chandra Poudel

The office was created in May 2008 after the country was declared a republic. The Current President of Nepal is Ram Chandra Poudel who was sworn in on 13 March 2023.

8. Fahmida Azim, who has been selected for the 2022 Pulitzer Prize, belongs to which country?

 Answer:- Bangladesh

Fahmida Azim was born in Bangladesh and is now settled in the US. She is an illustrator and storyteller. Her work centers on themes of identity, culture, and autonomy.

9. Where has the beggar-free city initiative been launched recently?

 Answer:- Nagpur, Maharashtra

10. In which country the “Golden City Gate Tourism” award ceremony has been organized recently?

Answer:– Germany

Current affairs 14 March 2023 in English

 

1. Who has been appointed as the CEO and MD of Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited recently?

Answer:– Prabha Narasimhan 

2. In which vacancies did the Center announce 10% reservation for ex-servicemen?

Answer:– The Central government has announced a reservation of 10% of all vacancies in the Border Security Force (BSF) for ex-Agniveers.

3. In which state has the first death due to the H3N2 influenza virus been recorded recently?

Answer:– In Karnataka

In Karnataka, 82-year-old Hire Gowda. A diabetic who suffered from hypertension died due to the H3N2 seasonal influenza subtype on 1 March 2023.

4. Which state government has recently launched the 'Mukhya Mantri Cha Shramik Kalyan Prakalp' scheme?

Answer:– Tripura government 

For the benefit of those who labor in tea gardens, the Tripura government has launched the Chaa Srami Kalyan Prakalpa Yojana. 75 of the 7,000 tea garden employees who labor in Tripura who benefited by this program are women.

5. Who was appointed as the CEO of Hindustan Unilever in place of Sanjiv Mehta?

Answer:– Rohit Jawa 

 Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has appointed Rohit Jawa as the consumer goods major's new managing director and CEO, effective 27 June 2023. He will replace Sanjiv Mehta, who is set to retire from the company after a decade at the helm.

6. Recently scientists have found a way to generate electricity by which means?

Answer:– Air

7. When is World Kidney Day celebrated?

Answer:– Thursday, 9 March 2023

World Kidney Day is a global health awareness campaign focusing on the importance of the kidneys and reducing the frequency and impact of kidney disease and its associated health problems worldwide. World Kidney Day is observed annually on the 2nd Thursday in March.

8. In which meeting did Union Minister Rajkumar Ranjan Singh attend?

Answer:– The 19th BIMSTEC Ministerial Meeting

9. Who will chair the 6th meeting of the National Startup Advisory Council (NSAC) recently?

Answer:– Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal 

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal will chair the sixth meeting of the National Startup Advisory Council (NSAC) in New Delhi today, 11 March 2023.

10. Which Australian player scored his first international century recently?

Answer:– Cameron Green, 23 years

 

Current affairs 15 March 2023 in English

1. Who has recently become the bowler to take 50 wickets in the least number of matches for India?

Answer:– Axar Patel 

Axar Patel became the fifth cricketer and only second Indian to hit 500 runs and take 50 wickets after playing just 12 Test matches.

2. On which day the Mount Merapi volcano of Indonesia erupted recently?

Answer:– 12 March 2023

Merapi volcano erupts, and spews avalanches of searing gas clouds and hot lava. Indonesia's Merapi volcano erupted Saturday, spewing avalanches of searing gas clouds and hot lava down its slopes, forcing authorities to halt tourism and mining activities close to the country's most active volcano.

3. Recently who has been appointed as MD & CEO by Tank Mahindra?

Answer:– Mohit Joshi (Former Chairman of Infosys)

4. On which day Asia's largest Tulip Garden will open in Jammu and Kashmir?

Answer:– March 19, 2023

Asia's largest Tulip Garden will open for the public on March 19, 2023. In 2022, more than 3.5 lakh tourists visited the Tulip Garden, the highest ever since its establishment.

5. Where will the 4th Asian Kho-Kho Championship be organized recently?

Answer:– Baksa district in Assam 

The 4th Asian Kho Kho Championship for Men and Women will be held at Baksa district in Assam from the 20th to the 23rd of March. The event is being organized by the Kho Kho Federation of India in association with Assam Kho Kho Association and the Bodoland Territorial Region government.

6. On which day IRCTC will start the 'Bharat Nepal Aastha Yatra'?

Answer:– 31 March 2023

The IRCTC has proposed to run the "Bharat Nepal Ashtha Yatra" tour package from 31 March 2023 on the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train in accordance with the Centre's initiative "Dekho Apna Desh," which was launched to promote special interest circuits in domestic tourism.

7. Who has recently been elected as the new Prime Minister of China?

 Answer:– Li Qiang

8. Who has recently become the second-highest run-scorer against Australia?

 Answer:– Virat Kohli

On Day 3, Kohli surpassed West Indies legend =Lara to become the second-highest scorer against Australia in international cricket. In 89 matches and 104 innings, the 34-year-old has scored 4729 runs at an average of 50.84.

9. Recently in which country a new species of lizard, Phyllurus fibratus, has been discovered?

 Answer:– Australia

Phyllurus fimbriates, a new species of gecko, has been discovered on an uninhabited Queensland Island of Australia. It was found by Associate Professor Conrad Hoskin during a four-day survey of Scawfell Island, about 50 km offshore from Mackay in north Queensland.

 

 

Current affairs 16 March 2023 in English

 

1. Which Women's T20 WC-winning Australian all-rounder was named ICC Player of the Month for February 2023?

 Answer:– Ashleigh Gardner

ICC Women's Player of the Month, February 2023: Ashleigh Gardner. Following a string of brilliant performances that helped Australia successfully defend its Women's T20 World Cup title in South Africa, Ashleigh Gardner is named the ICC Women's Player of the Month for February.

2. According to the recent report, which state has the lowest literacy rate?

 Answer:– Bihar is the state in India that has the lowest literacy rate.

3. Climate entrepreneur Shreya Ghodawat has been appointed to which post of 'She Changes Climate' in India?

 Answer:– India's ambassador for She

Climate entrepreneur Shreya Ghodawat has been appointed as India's ambassador for She Changes Climate– a global campaign driving awareness of the crucial role of women in accelerating just climate action.

4. Where was the IBA Women's World Boxing Championship inaugurated recently?

Answer:– New Delhi

5. Which eminent litterateur will be honored with the 32nd Vyas Samman recently?

Answer:– Gyan Chaturvedi

6. Where has the 5th 'ASEAN India Business Summit 2023 been held recently?

Answer:– The 5th Asean-India Business Summit took place on 6 March 2023 in Kuala Lumpur. 

The 5th ASEAN-India Business Summit serves as an important platform to chart the future roadmap for both parties’ business and economic engagement. The 5th ASEAN-India Business Summit is being held as part of the Asean-India Year of Friendship to commemorate the more than three-decade-long engagement between India and the 10-member block.

 

Time and Venue: ASEAN-India Business Summit 2023 has been held at Berjaya Times Square Hotel on Mar 6.

Theme: 5th ASEAN-India Business Summit theme is “Strengthening and Moving Forward Asean-India Economic Relations for a Strategic Business Partnership”.

Host: The summit is being supported by the government of India, through the Economic Diplomacy Division of the External Affairs Ministry of India, with Malaysia’s International Trade and Industry Ministry and the Federation of Chambers and Commerce of India as partner organizations.

7. According to the recently released World Air Quality Report, what is its rank of India in terms of air pollution in the world?

Answer:– Eighth

The Swiss firm IQAir on Tuesday released the 'World Air Quality' report which says that India is the world's eighth most polluted country in 2022, dropping from the fifth spot the previous year. The PM2.5 level of most polluted Indian cities stands at 53.3, according to the data.

8. When has International Mathematics and Pi Day been celebrated recently?

Answer:– March 14 

International Day of Mathematics, or Pi Day, is celebrated on March 14 every year to recognize the mathematical constant, Pi.

9. By what name a new initiative was launched in Nagpur, Maharashtra?

Answer:– beggar-free city

A new initiative called 'beggar-free city' started in Nagpur, Maharashtra. In Nagpur, Maharashtra, a new project known as “beggar-free city” has been launched. Amitesh Kumar, the Nagpur City commissioner of police, announced that notification 144 CrPC has been issued in this regard.

10. With whom will PM Modi virtually inaugurate the first India-Bangladesh cross-border oil pipeline on 18 March 2023?

Answer:– Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her Indian counterpart Narendra Modi will jointly inaugurate the maiden cross-border oil pipeline

 

Current affairs 17 March 2023 in English

1. India will host which tourism ministers' meeting on March 17-18?

Answer:– The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)

VARANASI: The Union ministry of tourism will host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) tourism ministers' meeting (TMM) here on March 17 and 18 where the tourism ministers of member countries will adopt a joint action plan.

2. Where has Asia's largest international food and hospitality fair AAHAR 2023 started?

Answer:– Delhi, from March 14–18, 2023.

VendNGo's platform will be displayed at AAHAR, the International Food and Hospitality Fair in Delhi, from March 14–18, 2023.

3. According to the recent report, how much percent female literacy rate has increased in India after independence?

Answer:– The literacy rate of women in India has increased by 68 percent - up from 9 percent at the time of Independence to 77 percent at present.

4. The government presented a budget of how many crore rupees for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir for the financial year 2023-24 in the Lok Sabha?

Answer:– Rs. 1,18,500 crores

1,18,500 crores for Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir for 2023-24 in Lok Sabha. The Government today presented a budget of 1 lakh 18 thousand 500 crore rupees for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir for 2023-24 in the Lok Sabha. It includes developmental expenditure to the tune of 41 thousand 491 crore rupees.

5. Which metro became the first metro to accept digital currency for parking?

Answer:– Kochi Metro 

According to Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL) authorities, Kochi Metro is the first Metro in the country to accept CBDC. The program was introduced in association with IDFC FIRST Bank partnered with Anantham Online, a technology startup.

6. In which state did Nitin Gadkari unveil the first methanol-powered buses?

Answer:– Bengaluru

The first methanol-powered buses in Bengaluru will be unveiled by Union Minister for Road and Transport, Nitin Gadkari.

7. Who has recently become the brand ambassador of the Women's World Boxing Championship?

Answer:– MC Mary Kom and Bollywood actor Farhan Akhtar

The Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in New Delhi will host the IBA Women's World Boxing Championship 2023 from March 15–26. Mahindra has been named the title sponsor of this competition by the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), while MC Mary Kom and Bollywood actor Farhan Akhtar have been named as brand ambassadors.

8. Where has the third Divya Kala Mela been inaugurated recently?

Answer:– Madhya Pradesh (Bhopal)

Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel inaugurated the third Divya Kala Mela at the Bhopal Haat here on Sunday in the presence of Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar and Minister of State Kumari Pratima Bhowmik.

9. India and which country has recently issued a joint commemorative postage stamp?

Answer:– Luxembourg 

India and Luxembourg release joint Commemorative Postage Stamp. India and Luxembourg celebrated 75 years of friendship on March 15, 2023. To mark the occasion, both countries launched a joint Commemorative Postage Stamp. The Postage Stamp symbolizes the long-standing and strong ties between India and Luxembourg.

10. Who has recently become the brand ambassador of JioCinema?

Answer:– Suryakumar Yadav 

 Reliance Industries-backed JioCinema has signed up cricketer Suryakumar Yadav as its brand ambassador. The over-the-top streaming service is owned by Viacom 18 Media Pvt Ltd., a subsidiary of TV18.

 

 

Current affairs 18 March 2023 in English

1. When did the fourth phase of Sagar Parikrama, covering 3 districts of Karnataka, begin?

Answer:– 18 March 2023 

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying announced that the fourth phase of the Sagar Parikrama program began on 18 March 2023 and concluded on March 19. The program covered three coastal districts of Karnataka – Uttara Kannada, Udupi, and Dakshina Kannada.

2. Which country participated with India in Exercise Sea Dragon 2023?

Answer:– United States

A P-8I aircraft of the Indian Navy arrived at Guam, USA on March 14 to participate in 'Exercise Sea Dragon 23', conducted by the United States Navy from March 15 to March 30.

3. Recently the Indian Air Force signed a contract with HAL to buy how many Dornier-288 aircraft?

Answer:– 6 Dornier aircraft

Defense ministry signs contract with HAL to procure 6 Dornier aircraft | Cities News, The Indian Express.

4. When did the 4th Asian Kho Kho Championship for men, and women begin in Tamulpur, Assam?

Answer:– 20 March 2023 

Tamulpur (Assam) 20 March 2023 (ANI): The 4th Asian Kho Kho Championship got underway at Tamulpur in Baksa district in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) in Assam on Monday. On the opening day, Indian women registered a huge win against Sri Lanka. India won by one inning and 55 points.

5. Ministry of AYUSH signed MoU with which ministry for skilling the youth?

Answer:– Ayush Ministry, MoRD sign MoU for skilling of rural youth & empowering women.

6. Who is the former Test captain of Australia who recently retired from first-class cricket?

Answer:– Tim Paine

Tim Paine, the former captain of the Australian test cricket team, has announced his retirement from cricket after playing his last Sheffield Shield first-class match for Tasmania against Queensland. Paine led the Australian team in 23 tests from 2018 to 2021 and played a total of 35 tests in his career.

7. When was International Happiness Day 2023 observed?

Answer:– The International Day of Happiness is celebrated throughout the world on 20 March. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on 28 June 2012.

8. To whom did President Murmu present the 'President's Colour'?

Answer:– INS Dronacharya

INS Dronacharya Receives Prestigious President Droupadi Murmu's Colour Award. The Indian Navy's top gunnery school, INS Dronacharya, will be presented with the President's Colour in honor of its outstanding services.

 

Current affairs 19 March 2023 in English

1. According to the Ministry of Education, which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate in India?

Answer:– According to the Ministry of Education, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate in India at 61.8%, followed by Arunachal Pradesh at 65.3% and Rajasthan at 66.1%.

According to the Ministry of Education, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate in India at 61.8% while Kerala has the highest at 94%. By India Today Education Desk: According to the Ministry of Education, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate in India at 61.8%, followed by Arunachal Pradesh at 65.3% and Rajasthan at 66.1%.

2. Recently the Prime Minister of which country is coming on an official visit to India?

Answer:– Japan

3. Which airport in Delhi has been declared the best airport in South Asia?

Answer:– The Indira Gandhi International Airport 

The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi has been named the best airport in South Asia by the UK-based consultancy, Skytrax. In addition, it has also received the award for the cleanest airport in India for the third consecutive year.

4. Which country has recently introduced the Illegal Migration Bill?

Answer:– The Illegal Migration Bill is a proposed act of the United Kingdom House of Commons, introduced by the Secretary of State for the Home Department.

5. Where has the Chief Election Commissioner inaugurated the Vote Fest 2023 recently?

Answer:– CEC & members of ECI inaugurate Vote Fest 2023 in Bengaluru to create awareness of the election process. newsonair.gov.in.

6. Name the author of the book “Bipin: The Man Behind the Uniform”.

Answer:– Rachna Biswat Rawat, a journalist, and writer from India has recently written a book called “Bipin: The Man Behind the Uniform.”.

Written by bestselling author Rachna Bisht Rawat and featuring in-depth interviews with Bipin Rawat's friends, family members, and comrades, this book is a befitting tribute to one of India's greatest and most controversial Generals.

7. The Union Cabinet has given approval to list which of the following stock exchange through IPO?

Answer:– Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd (IREDA) 

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved for a listing of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd (IREDA) on the stock exchanges through an Initial Public Offer (IPO).

8. Which exhibition was recently inaugurated by India and Sri Lanka in New Delhi?

Answer:– Geoffrey Bawa

External Affairs Minister of India Dr. S. Jaishankar today inaugurated the Sri Lankan exhibition “Geoffrey Bawa: It is Essential To be There”, at the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi.

Current affairs 20 March 2023 in English

1. Recently the Prime Minister of which country is coming on an official visit to India?

Answer:– Japan

2. Which bank has recently signed MoU with Central Warehousing Corporation for financing farmers?

Answer:– PNB

3. Which bank has recently entered into a co-lending partnership with Aadhar Housing Finance?

Answer:– Yes Bank 

YES BANK announced that it has partnered with Aadhar Housing Finance Ltd to offer home loans at competitive interest rates. Aadhar Housing Finance is one of India's largest affordable housing finance companies.

4. Where has ChatGPT's rival Falcon LLM been launched recently?

Answer:– Dubai — Abu Dhabi's

DUBAI — Abu Dhabi's Technology Innovation Institute (TII) this week launched a rival to the generative artificial intelligence (AI) platform that powers the likes of ChatGPT3, claiming their foundational large language model (LLM), named Falcon LLM, performs better.

5. Who has recently inaugurated the 'Bengaluru Mysore Expressway'?

Answer:– Prime Minister Narendra Modi 

The ambitious Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway is all set for inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 12 March 2023.

6. Who has inaugurated 'Sagar Parikrama Phase IV recently?

Answer:– Shri Parshottam Rupala

He highlighted the announcement made by the Government in 2019 about setting up of separate Department of Fisheries which was immediately approved by the Prime Minister. Shri Parshottam Rupala, Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying inaugurated the "Sagar Parikrama" Kannada Song.

7. Who has topped the landslide index as per the recently released data?

Answer:– Rudraprayag in Uttarakhand 

The year-wise landslide events here are 2018 (5,191), 2019 (756), 2020 (9), and 2021 (29). From the events and images obtained, the NRSC ranked Rudraprayag in Uttarakhand at the top of 147 vulnerable districts.

8. Who has become the fastest Indian person to swim across the Palk Strait recently?

Answer:– Swimmer Sampanna Ramesh Shelar

Swimmer Sampanna Ramesh Shelar becomes the fastest Indian in the U21 group to swim across Palk Strait from Talaimannar in Sri Lanka to Dhanuskodi in Tamil Nadu.

9. Who has recently been honored with the 'Governor of the Year 2023 award?

Answer:– India, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das

In a big milestone for India, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, earlier this week, was awarded the 'Governor of the Year award for 2023 by the international publication Central Banking. Former governor Raghuram Rajan was the first to be conferred the title back in 2015 from the country.

Current affairs 21 March 2023 in English

1. Which state hosted the opening meeting for Civil 20 under the G20 chairmanship of India?

Answer:– Nagpur

The 18th G20 Heads of State and Government Summit will take place on 9th-10th September 2023 in New Delhi. 

2. Which medal has India's trap shooter Prithviraj Tondaiman won in the ISSF World Cup recently?

Answer:– Bronze medal

The Indian trap mixed team of Prithviraj Tondaiman and Shreyasi Singh finished sixth as the country's shooters ended the ISSF Shotgun World Cup on Sunday with just a bronze medal.

3. In March 2023, who will take over the role of CEO of Starbucks from founder Howard Schultz?

Answer:– Laxman Narasimhan 

On March 16, 2022, Starbucks announced that CEO Kevin Johnson was retiring and that Howard Schultz would take over as interim CEO until Laxman Narasimhan would take over as CEO in April 2023. On March 20, 2023, Schultz announced that he would be stepping down early from the position.

4. Due to which initiative of PM Modi, we can become self-sufficient in the energy sector by 2047?

Answer:– Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Atmanirbhar Bharat

India, the world's fifth largest economy, can achieve energy independence through clean technology by 2047, a report by a top US research institute said, highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Atmanirbhar Bharat push that spans from a massive renewable capacity addition to electric mobility.

5. Who has been appointed as the Managing Director and CEO of Invest India in March 2023?

Answer:– Manmeet K Nanda

Manmeet K Nanda was appointed as MD & CEO of Invest India, and Mr. Manmeet K Nanda was appointed as MD.

6. When did the ISSF World Cup Shooting Championship begin in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh?

Answer:– On 21 March 2023

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will formally inaugurate this event on 21 March 2023. Around 325 shooters from 33 countries.

7. Which country's Mount Merapi volcano has erupted recently?

Answer:– Mount Merapi, the most active volcano in Indonesia

Mount Merapi, the most active volcano in Indonesia, erupted on Saturday, sending hot gas clouds and volcanic ash into the air and causing lava flow. As per the reports, the volcanic ash blanketed several villages in the area.

8. Who recently became the oldest goalscorer in Serie A at 41 years and 166 days?

Answer:– Zlatan Ibrahimović 

Zlatan Ibrahimović becomes oldest-ever goalscorer in Serie A at 41 years and 166 days. Zlatan Ibrahimović's Instagram profile says he's a writer and on Saturday the Swede penned a new page in his remarkable career when he became the oldest-ever goalscorer in Italy's Serie A.

9. Where will Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate the new International Telecommunication Union (ITU) field office and innovation center on 22 March 2023?

Answer:– New Delhi

PM Modi inaugurates the new ITU Area Office and Innovation Center in New Delhi. On March 22, the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, inaugurated the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Area Office and Innovation Centre in the country.

10. Which city received the 'Healthy City' award for smoke-free laws?

Answer:– Bengaluru

Bengaluru won the 'Partnership for Healthy Cities' award at a summit held in London on Wednesday for effectively enforcing smoke-free laws.

 

Current affairs 22 March 2023 in English

1. Who has recently won the Hockey India Male and Female Player of the Year Award 2022 respectively?

Answer:– Hardik Singh and Savita Punia

PR Sreejesh, Manpreet Singh, and Rani Rampal feted too. Indian men's hockey team vice-captain Hardik Singh and women's team captain Savita Punia were named the winners of the Hockey India Balbir Singh Sr Award for Player of The Year 2022 in the men's and women's categories, respectively.

2. According to the recent report, in which state the maximum forest area has been developed?

Answer:– Arunachal Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest cover in the country followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Maharashtra. Forest cover as a percentage of total geographical area: Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, and Nagaland.

3. Who recently inaugurated its first submarine base 'BNS Sheikh Hasina'?

Answer:– Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurated the first submarine base of Bangladesh 'BNS Sheikh Hasina' at Pekua in Cox's Bazar. Hailing the newly inaugurated naval base as an 'ultra-modern submarine base', Prime Minister called the event a proud chapter in the history of the Bangladesh navy.

4. Foreign Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met Frank Kendall on March 21 to discuss new opportunities for India-US defense cooperation. Frank Kendall belongs to which country?

Answer:– America

External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar met US Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall in New Delhi on 21 March.

5. When did the fourth phase of Sagar Parikrama, covering 3 districts of Karnataka, begin?

Answer:– 18 March 2023 

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying announced that the fourth phase of the Sagar Parikrama program began on 18 March 2023 and concluded on March 19. The program covered three coastal districts of Karnataka – Uttara Kannada, Udupi, and Dakshina Kannada.

6. Recently two Indian places Mayurbhanj and Ladakh were included in the Greatest Places of the World?

Answer:– Time magazine's list of the World's greatest places for the year 2023

The district, known for its lush green landscapes, ancient temples, waterfalls, and rich cultural heritage, made it to TIME magazine's list of the World's Greatest Places for the year 2023. Only two Indian destinations are featured in the coveted list – Ladakh and Mayurbhanj.

7. When did the 4th Asian Kho Kho Championship for men, and women begin in Tamulpur, Assam?

Answer:– 20 March 2023

The 4th Asian Kho Kho Championship got underway at Tamulpur in Baksa district in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) in Assam on 20 March 2023. On the opening day, Indian women registered a huge win against Sri Lanka. India won by one inning and 55 points.

8. India's Rohan Bopanna and Australia's Matthew Ebden won the men's doubles title in California, USA.

Answer:– Indian Wells Masters 2023

Rohan Bopanna, a 43-year-old Indian tennis player, and his Australian partner Matthew Ebden have become the oldest duo to win an ATP Masters 1000 title. They won the men's doubles final at the Indian Wells Masters 2023 tournament in California by defeating the top-seeded team of Wesley Koolhof and Neil Skupski.

9. When was International Happiness Day 2023 observed?

Answer:– 20 March 2023

The International Day of Happiness is celebrated throughout the world on 20 March. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on 28 June 2012. The International Day of Happiness aims to make people around the world realize the importance of happiness in their lives.

 

Current affairs 23 March 2023 in English

1. Which two mines of Hindustan Zinc became the first Greenco-certified mines in the country?

Answer:– Rampura Agucha Mine and Zawar Group

Company's Rampura Agucha Mine and Zawar Group of Mines have received the Silver Rating for their exemplary performance in waste & material management, green infrastructure & ecology, green supply chain, GHG emissions reduction, and renewable energy initiatives, to name a few.

2. Where did the second G20 Permanent Finance Working Group meeting begin on 21 March 2023?

Answer:– Udaipur

The second G20 Permanent Finance Working Group meeting began on 21 March 2023 in Udaipur, Rajasthan.

3. According to the recent report, which state has the lowest literacy rate?

Answer:– Bihar 

According to the Ministry of Education, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate in India at 61.8%, followed by Arunachal Pradesh at 65.3% and Rajasthan at 66.1%. Kerala has the highest literacy rate in India at 94%, followed by Lakshadweep at 91.85% and Mizoram at 91.33%.

4. According to an IPCC report, the world is on track to exceed the limit of 1.5°C global warming by 2030. Where is the headquarter of IPCC located?

Answer:– Geneva

According to an IPCC report, the world is on track to exceed the limit of 1.5°C global warming by 2030.

5. Which state has recently become the first state in India to launch an insurance scheme for silk growers?

 Answer:– Uttarakhand 

 Uttarakhand has become the first state in the country to start the 'Resham Keet Bima' scheme for protecting its sericulturists, state agriculture minister Ganesh Joshi.

6. Kenjawuro Oi has passed away recently. Who was he?

 Answer:– Writer

Kenzaburo Oe, a giant of Japanese writing and winner of the Nobel prize in literature, has died aged 88. 

7. According to the recent report, how much percent female literacy rate has increased in India after independence?

 Answer:– 9 percent

The literacy rate of women in India has increased by 68 percent - up from 9 percent at the time of Independence to 77 percent at present, LiveMint reported. As per World Bank estimates, only 1 of 11 girls was literate during the period surrounding India's Independence.

8. What is the theme of World Water Day 2023?

 Answer:– Accelerating the change to solve the water and sanitation crisis."

The theme for World Water Day 2023 is "Accelerating the change to solve the water and sanitation crisis." World Water Day is an annual United Nations observance day held on 22 March that highlights the importance of fresh water. The day is used to advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources.

9. Recently who has been selected for Saraswati Samman 2022?

 Answer:– Tamil writer Sivasankari

Tamil writer Sivasankari gets selected for Saraswati Samman for the year 2022 for her book Survya Vamsam. Tamil writer Sivasankari has been selected for Saraswati Samman for the year 2022 for her book Survya Vamsam.

Current affairs 24 March 2023 in English

1. Where did the 2023 Swiss Open Badminton tournament begin?

 Answer:– This tournament is held at St. Jakobshalle in Basel, Switzerland.

2. To pay homage to Bhagat Singh, Raj Guru, and Sukhdev, when is the Pativarsha Martyr's Day celebrated?

 Answer:– 23 March

Shaheed Diwas 2023: Martyrs' Day is celebrated as a tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev's ultimate sacrifice.

3. Where has Asia's largest international food and hospitality fair AAHAR 2023 started recently?

 Answer:– Delhi

Asia's biggest International Food and Hospitality Fair begins in Delhi. Aahar 2023- Asia's biggest International Food and Hospitality Fair begins in Delhi, Aahar 2023 was put together with the help of the Union Ministry of Food Processing Industries.

4. Which is the first state to pass the Right to Health Bill?

 Answer:– Rajasthan

Rajasthan has become the first state to pass in Assembly the Right to Health Bill.

5. Who has recently won the gold medal in the "Asian 20 km race walk"?

 Answer:– Akshdeep Singh of India

6. Who has recently launched AIS for Taxpayer App?

 Answer:– The Income Tax Department of India 

The Income Tax Department of India has launched a new mobile app called ' AIS for Taxpayers' to facilitate taxpayers to view their information as available in the Annual Information Statement (AIS) / Taxpayer Information Summary (TIS).

7. Which country's senate has recently recognized the McMahon Line as the international border?

 Answer:– US Senate

The bipartisan US Senate has recognized the McMahon Line as the international boundary between China and India. 

8. Who will inaugurate the Vedic Heritage Portal?

Answer:– Union Home Minister Amit Shah 

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday inaugurated the Vedic Heritage portal in New Delhi.

9. Which Carnatic singer has been selected for the 'Sangeet Kalanidhi Award 2023 by the Music Academy?

Answer:– Bombay Jayashri chosen for Sangita Kalanidhi award 2023

Bombay Jayashri was chosen for Sangita Kalanidhi Award 2023 by Music Academy. The Music Academy has announced that the Sangita Kalanidhi award for 2023 will be presented to Bombay Jayashri, a Padma Shri awardee, and renowned Carnatic vocalist.

10. Which day was celebrated on 23 March 2023?

Answer:– World Meteorological Day 2023 observed on 23rd March

Every year on March 23, World Meteorological Day is celebrated to mark the official formation of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) in 1950.

Martyr's Day: Martyr's Day, is observed every year on 23 March also known as Shaheed Diwas. Martyr's Day, is observed to recognize and honor the sacrifices of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar, and Shivaram Rajguru.

Current affairs 25 March 2023 in English

1. Name the co-founder of Intel who passed away recently.

Answer:– Gordon Moore, the co-founder of Intel Corporation, died on 24 March, at the age of 94.

With whom has NASA collaborated to design, develop and launch an Earth science satellite called NASAR, a dual-frequency radar imaging satellite?

2. World TB what is the theme of the day 2023?

Answer:– World TB Day 2023, with the theme 'Yes!

3. Which bank has given permission to use national currencies for bilateral trade between India and Tanzania?

Answer:– The Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

RBI allows India and Tanzania to use national currencies for trading. India and Tanzania have received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to utilize their respective national currencies in bilateral trade settlements.

 

4. With whom has NASA collaborated to design, develop and launch an Earth science satellite called NASAR, a dual-frequency radar imaging satellite?

Answer:– ISRO

Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, announced in the Rajya Sabha that NASA and ISRO have collaboratively built an earth science satellite called NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar).

5. When is Human Rights Day observed every year for the right to truth regarding gross human rights violations and the dignity of the victims?

Answer:– 24th of March

On the 24th of March every year, the International Day for the Right to the Truth Concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims is commemorated in honor of Monsignor Óscar Arnulfo Romero, who was assassinated on this day in 1980.

6. In which tiger reserves of Rajasthan, one tigress each will be released?

Answer:– Kota's Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve and Bundi's Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan

One tigress each will be released to Kota's Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve and Bundi's Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan. This decision was taken in a meeting attended by Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav and Loksabha speaker Om Birla in New Delhi.

7. Who has been appointed as the Chairman and Managing Director of BPCL recently?

Answer:– Krishnakumar

Krishnakumar has been appointed as Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL), a statement said. Currently an Executive Director of BPCL, he is an industry veteran with diverse leadership experience across businesses and functional domains in his 36-year association with the oil major.

8. According to a recent UNESCO report, how much of the world's population does not have access to safe drinking water?

Answer:– 26 %

26 % of the world's population does not have safe drinking water: UNESCO report. A report presented by UNESCO at the UN 2023 Water Conference reveals that 26% of the global population lacks safe drinking water, while 46% do not have access to well-managed sanitation facilities.

 

 

Current affairs 26 March 2023 in English

1. Who will host the first G20 summit in Uttarakhand?

Answer:– Ramnagar

Ramnagar in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand is ready to host the first G20 summit in the state on 28^th March 2023.

2. Which state government has declared Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary as the 18th wildlife sanctuary in the state, spread across Anthipur and Gobichettipalayam forests in Erode district?

Answer:– Tamil Nadu 

The Tamil Nadu government declared Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary as the 18th wildlife sanctuary in the state. The sanctuary covers an area of 80,567 hectares in Anthiyur and Gobichettipalayam taluks of Erode district and includes reserve forest areas in Anthiyur, Bargur, Thattakarai, and Chennampatti.

3. Archana Suseendran won the AFI Indian Grand. Pre. Whom did you beat in the final of 100 meters in 2?

Answer:– Hima Das

Archana Suseendran beats Hima Das in the 100m final in the AFI Indian Grand Prix 2.

4. Real-time performance monitoring dashboard of the Ministry of Human Resource Development 'Sagar Manthan' was virtually launched by which Union Minister?

Answer:– Sarbananda Sonowal

5. Which country has banned TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram from the phones of government employees?

Answer:– France

France has announced that it is banning the recreational use of TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, and other mobile applications on government employees' phones because of concerns about insufficient data security measures.

6. Who has recently inaugurated the Vedic Heritage Portal in New Delhi?

Answer:– Union Home Minister Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah 23 March 2023 inaugurated the Vedic Heritage portal in New Delhi. The portal aims to communicate messages enshrined in the Vedas.

7. Which country has topped the recently released list of billionaires?

Answer:– China

China has the most number of billionaires, followed by the US, said a report by Hurun India released on Wednesday. In total, China and the US have 53% of billionaires in the world, the report added.

8. When is World Meteorological Day observed every year?

Answer:– 23 March

World Meteorological Day was established in 1951 to commemorate the World Meteorological Organization's creation on 23 March 1950. This organization announces a slogan for World Meteorological Day every year, and this day is celebrated in all member countries.

9.  Who has recently launched the “Call Before You Teag” app?

Answer:– Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Current affairs 27 March 2023 in English

1. Which state government has signed MoU with a French agency to improve drinking water sanitation in Lehi?

Answer:– Himachal Pradesh

2. Recently where will India host the 2023 SAFF Championship?

Answer:– Bengaluru

On 14 February 2023, India was declared as host of the 14th edition of the championship. The centralized venue, however, would be declared on 10 March 2023 by the AIFF. On 19 March 2023, AIFF announced Bengaluru as the host city for SAFF Championship 2023.

3. Who has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer by Indiacast recently?

Answer:– Piyush Goyal as Chief Operating Officer (COO)

IndiaCast, the content monetization arm of TV18 and Viacom18, has appointed TV distribution veteran Piyush Goyal as Chief Operating Officer (COO).

4. Recently the fourth defense cooperation dialogue has been organized between India and which country?

Answer:– Maldives

India and the Maldives conducted the 4^th Defence Cooperation Dialogue (DCD) in Male on March 19, 2023. The dialogue was co-chaired by Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane and his Maldivian counterpart, Chief of Defence Force, Maldives National Defence Forces Major General Abdulla Shamaal.

5. Where has 'Aerator cum Dancing Fountain' been inaugurated recently?

Answer:– Srinagar

In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has inaugurated Aerator cum Dancing Fountains in the world-famous Dal Lake in Srinagar.

6. Who has recently launched the cricket fantasy sports app CrickPe?

Answer:– Ashneer Grover

Ashneer Grover, the co-founder of BharatPe, has launched a new cricket-focused fantasy sports app named CrickPe ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) tournament.

7. Where has Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the One World TB Summit recently?

Answer:– Varanasi

PM Modi addressed the 'One World TB Summit' at Varanasi. During the One World TB Summit arranged on World Tuberculosis Day.

8. When has World Tuberculosis (TB) Day been observed recently?

Answer:–  24^th March

World Tuberculosis Day has been observed annually on March 24th since 1982, commemorating the date when Dr. Robert Koch announced his discovery of tuberculosis (TB) bacterium in 1882.

Current affairs 28 March 2023 in English

1. Recently Britain and which country has banned the Tik Tok app from the work phones of public employees?

Answer:–  France

After the US, and UK curbs, France now bans TikTok from public employee work phones. France on 24 March 2023 banned public-sector employees from downloading 'recreational applications' on their work phones. The list will reportedly include apps like Candy Crush, Netflix, and TikTok'.

2. When has International Forest Day been celebrated recently?

Answer:– 21 March

The International Day of Forests was established on the 21st day of March, by resolution of the United Nations General Assembly on November 28, 2013.

3. Who has been appointed as the new captain of the IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders?

Answer:– Nitish Rana 

 

KIolkata Knight Riders have announced Nitish Rana as its new captain. We analyze KKR's team structure ahead of IPL 2023. Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday named left-handed batter Nitish Rana as the team's new skipper for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League.

4. Which of the following has recently inaugurated the 13.7 km Whitefield K R Pura Metro line in Bengaluru?

Answer:– P.M. Narendra Modi 

P.M. Narendra Modi has inaugurated the Whitefield-KR Puram metro line, an extension of the Bangalore Purple Line. He also took a ride after the inauguration ceremony at the Whitefield station.

5. Which country has recently tested an underwater nuclear-capable attack drone?

Answer:– North Korea

North Korea recently claimed to have tested an underwater drone capable of carrying a nuclear warhead that could create a “radioactive tsunami,” however, analysts urged skepticism noting a lack of proof, CNN reported.

6. When has the International Day of the Unborn Child been celebrated recently?

Answer:– 25^th March

The International Day of the Unborn Child is celebrated on March 25 each year to raise awareness about the value and rights of unborn children. This day is not recognized by the United Nations, but several countries honor it.

7. Where was the first Urban Climate Film Festival of NIUA organized?

Answer:– New Delhi

The Urban Climate Film Festival will be launched tomorrow at the M.L. Bhartia Auditorium in New Delhi. The festival is being organized with support from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, the French Development Agency, and the European Union.

8. Padma Shri winner Abhay Chhajlani who passed away recently is related to?

Answer:–  Journalist

Abhay Chhajlani belonged to the founding family of Naidunia and was chairman of the Indore Table Tennis Trust in 1994. He was also a member of the Indian Languages Newspaper Association and served as president of the member executive committee. Chhajlani died on 23 March 2023, at the age of 88.

Current affairs 29 March 2023 in English

1. Who has recently discovered the Coronal Hall on the Sun by the Solar Dynamics Observatory?

Answer:– NASA's

The coronal hole was discovered by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) on March 23 near the Sun's South Pole. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is an independent agency of the U.S. federal government responsible for the civil space program, aeronautics research, and space research. 

2. Recently which state government has been planning to appoint 600 young Gamitras for the protection of elephants?

Answer:– West Bengal

3. Recently, which island of Japan was hit by a 6.1 magnitude earthquake?

Answer:– Japan's Hokkaido 

An earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale struck Japan's Hokkaido. The quake hit at 6:18 pm (0918 GMT) at a depth of 20 kilometers (12 miles), according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.

4. Who has recently inaugurated Maa Sharda Temple near LOC in Kashmir?

Answer:– Home minister Amit Shah

SRINAGAR: Home minister Amit Shah on Wednesday inaugurated the Sharda Devi temple in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara, which is close to LoC, while also proposing a Kartarpur Sahib-style corridor to the Sharda Peeth temple in PoK.

5. Recently NGI has imposed a fine of 10 crores on which state for failing to protect Ramsar sites?

Answer:– Kerala

NGT levies Rs 10 cr compensation on Kerala for damage to 2 Ramsar wetlands. The National Green Tribunal has directed Kerala to pay a compensation of Rs 10 crore for its "gross failure" in "overseeing remedial measures" for protecting Ashtamudi and Vambanad-Kol wetlands, the two Ramsar sites in Kollam district.

6. Who has been appointed as the MD&CEO of ICICI Prudential Life recently?

Answer:– Anup Bagchi

Anup Bagchi, MD & CEO, ICICI Prudential Life ICICI Prudential Life Insurance on Thursday named ICICI Bank veteran Anup Bagchi as its MD & CEO with effect from June 19. Bagchi will take over as the chief executive of ICICI Prudential Life from N S Kannan, who will superannuate on June 18, 2023.

7. How much has the Employees Provident Fund Organization increased the interest rate for the current financial year?

Answer:– 8.15 percent

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has increased the interest rate on employees' provident fund (EPF) deposits for the financial year 2022-23. At its meeting, the retirement fund body fixed the interest rate at 8.15 percent.

8. Recently who will telecast MotoGP in India?

Answer:– Viacom18

Reliance Industries-owned Viacom18 has secured a rights deal for MotoGP to be streamed on its JioCinema and Sports18 platforms. The MotoGP World Championship is a motorcycle racing competition. The company said the coverage will begin with the Grande Prémio de Portugal.

9. Who is the author of the recently released book War and Woman?

Answer:– A.S.Hassan

Current affairs 30 March 2023 in English

1. Which transgender folk artist has been selected by the Election Commission (EC) in Karnataka as the poll icon for the transgender community?

Answer:– Manjamma Jogti

2. Army Chief General Manoj Pandey presented what standards to 4 Armored Regiments (49 Armored Regiment, 51 Armored Regiment, 53 Armored Regiment, and 54 Armored Regiment)?

Answer:– Prestigious President's Standards

General Manoj Pandey, the Chief of Army Staff, presented the prestigious President's Standards or Nishan/Colors to four Armoured Regiments of the Indian Army namely the 49 Armoured Regiment, 51 Armoured Regiment, 53 Armoured Regiment, and 54 Armoured Regiment during an impressive Standards Presentation Parade.

3. Who was elected as the new president of the BRICS Bank in Brazil replacing Marcus Troyjo?

Answer:– Former President of Brazil Dilma Rousseff

4. Reliance Industries Limited appointed whom as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO)?

Answer:– Srikanth Venkatachari

Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has appointed Srikanth Venkatachari as its new chief financial officer (CFO), with the appointment scheduled to come into effect from 1 June 2023.

5. Who has won the Wildlife Conservation Award 2023 recently?

Answer:– Wildlife Conservation Award 2023

The Union Territory has awarded wildlife conservationist Aliya Mir for her exceptional efforts in conservation. Aliya is the first woman from Jammu and Kashmir to work for Wildlife SOS and is the first woman in the region to receive this honor.

6. Who has been elected the new leader of the Scottish National Party?

Answer:– Humza Yousaf

Yousaf was elected the new leader on 27 March with 48.2% of first preference votes and 52.1% of the vote after third-placed candidate Regan's second preferences were redistributed. Humza was elected as the First Minister of Scotland on 28 March 2023.

7. Who has recently been conferred with the highest civilian honor of Kerala?

Answer:– M T Vasudevan Nair

The highest civilian honor in Kerala, the “Kerala Jyothi,” was awarded to the writer M T Vasudevan Nair. The second-highest award, “Kerala Prabha,” was shared by actor Mammootty, former civil service officer T Madhava Menon, and writer Omchery NN Pillai.

Where has the Spanish-Hindi football dictionary been launched by the embassy?

Answer:– The unveiling of the new lexicon was done at the Residence of the Embassy of Spain in New Delhi.

Current affairs 31 March 2023 in English

1. Which player scored the 100th international goal for Argentina?

Answer:– Lionel Messi

Argentina's Lionel Messi nets hat trick to blow past 100 international goals. Lionel Messi became just the third male player to surpass 100 international goals, scoring a hat trick to blow past the century mark in the first half of Argentina's 7-0 friendly win over Curacao on Tuesday in Santiago del Estero.

2. World Bank approves $108 million loan for which state to improve disaster preparedness?

Answer:– Assam

$108 million loan to help the northeastern Indian state of Assam improve disaster preparedness and enhance flood forecasting.

3. Where researchers developed a cheap and portable device to check adulteration in milk in 30 seconds?

Answer:– IIT Madras researchers have developed a cheap and portable, paper-based device to check milk adulteration in just 30 seconds.

3. What did Bhavani Devi win in the women's individual saber in the 33rd Senior National Fencing Championship?

Answer:– Gold

4. Which ministry has launched a platform named 'DigiClaim' by the National Crop Insurance Portal, with an aim to expedite the settlement of insurance claims to farmers availing crop insurance?

Answer:– The Agriculture Minister of India

The Agriculture Minister of India, Narendra Singh Tomar, has introduced a new platform called 'DigiClaim' on the national crop insurance portal. This platform is aimed at expediting the disbursement of insurance claims to farmers who have availed themselves of crop insurance.

5. Archana Suseendran won the AFI Indian Grand. Pre. Whom did you beat in the final of 100 meters in 2?

Answer:– Hima Das

Archana Suseendran beats Hima Das in the 100m final in the AFI Indian Grand Prix 2.

6. What did Bhavani Devi win in the women's individual saber in the 33rd Senior National Fencing Championship?

Answer:– Gold

Competing at the Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Bhavani Devi, who became the first Indian fencer to qualify for the Olympics in Tokyo 2020, clinched her 11th national title at the 33rd edition with a 15-9 victory over 2021 bronze medallist V Sunny Alka of Kerala in the final.

7. Who was reappointed as Director General by the IAEA Board for 4 years?

Answer:– General Rafael Mariano Grossi

The Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) today reappointed by acclamation Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi for a second four-year term in office beginning in early December 2023.

8. Who appointed former SEBI chairman UK Sinha and business leader Deepali Goenka as independent directors?

Answer:– NDTV

NDTV appoints former SEBI Chairman UK Sinha and Dipali Goenka as Independent Directors.

9. Recently International Monetary Fund (IMF) has provided $ 80.77 million in aid to which African countries?

Answer:– Burkina Faso

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