“IMPORTANT DAYS”
National Vaccination Day 2024
National Vaccination Day is a special day to create awareness about the importance of vaccines. Vaccines help protect us from deadly diseases like polio and smallpox. On this day, people are encouraged to get vaccinated to stay safe and healthy. National Vaccination Day is celebrated every year on March 16th. This year, it falls on a Saturday. In 1988, the World Health Organization (WHO) started the Global Polio Eradication Initiative to get rid of polio from the world. In 1995, the government of India began the Pulse Polio Immunisation Programme to eliminate polio from the country. Since then, March 16th has been celebrated as National Vaccination Day.
Lok Sabha Election 2024 Date Out, Polls to be Held in 7 Phases
The Election Commission of India has announced the date for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 on March 16, 2024. India will go to the polls from April 19th, 2024 to elect members of the 18th Lok Sabha, the lower house of parliament. All 543 constituencies across the country will have their elected representatives chosen through this general election. General-41, SC-84, ST-47
“BOOK & AUTHOR”
Parshottam Rupala release Book on Sagar Parikrama at Rajkot, Gujarat
Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, Shri Parshottam Rupala, release a book and video titled “Sagar Parikrama” at the Engineering Association in Rajkot, Gujarat. The event graced by the presence of the Union Minister for States of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Balyan, Dr. L. Murugan, and other dignitaries.
“AWARD”
Chameli Devi Jain Award 2024 for Outstanding Woman Media Person
The prestigious Chameli Devi Jain Award 2024 for Outstanding Woman Media Person of the Year has been given jointly to two remarkable journalists:
- Greeshma Kuthar – Independent Journalist
- Ritika Chopra – Indian Express
Ratan Tata Awarded PV Narasimha Rao Memorial Award for Philanthropy Work
Ratan Tata, former chairman of Tata Sons, has been bestowed with the prestigious PV Narasimha Rao Memorial Award. He received the award for his outstanding philanthropic contributions. The award ceremony took place in Mumbai on March 15, 2024. Ratan Tata has been recognized for his remarkable and relentless efforts in the field of philanthropy. His contributions have positively impacted numerous communities across the country.
“DEFENCE”
Indian Navy Gets Its Own Headquarters Named ‘Nausena Bhawan’
The Indian Navy has finally got its own dedicated headquarters building. The newly constructed Nausena Bhawan located at Delhi Cantonment was formally inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on March 15th, 2024.
Nausena Bhawan Significance
This marks a significant milestone for the Indian Navy.
It establishes the Navy’s first independent headquarters in Delhi.
Previously, the Navy operated from 13 different locations, making it difficult to coordinate.
“SPORTS”
Max Verstappen Triumphs at Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen clinched victory at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, starting from pole position. It marked Red Bull’s second consecutive one-two finish in the 2024 Formula One season.
Podium Finishers
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
- Sergio Perez (Red Bull)
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
“APPOINTMENTS”
B Sairam is the New Chairman and Managing Director of NCL
B Sairam has been appointed as the new Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL). NCL is the Singrauli-based flagship Subsidiary of Coal India Limited. Sairam has assumed the charge for this post.
“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”
Adani Green Energy operationalises 126 MW wind power plant in Gujarat
Adani Green Energy announced the operationalisation of an additional 126 MW capacity in its 300 MW wind power project in Gujarat. This comes after the earlier operationalisation of 174 MW, marking a significant milestone for the company. Adani Wind Energy Kutchh Four Limited (AWEK4L), a subsidiary of Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), has successfully operationalised 126 MW of wind power in Gujarat. Together with the previously operationalised 174 MW, the project now boasts a total capacity of 300 MW.
India’s Human Development Index ranking 134 out of 193 countries: A Detailed Analysis
India’s position in the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI) for 2022 improved slightly, ranking 134 out of 193 countries with an HDI value of 0.644. This signifies progress in various dimensions of human development, albeit with a continued need to focus on women-led development, as highlighted by the UNDP.
Maharashtra Renames Ahmednagar as ‘Ahilyanagar’
The Maharashtra Cabinet has announced its decision to rename Ahmednagar district as ‘Ahilya Nagar’. The renaming is in honor of the 18th-century Maratha queen Ahilyabai Holkar. The proposal to rename Ahmednagar was first announced by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in May 2023, on the 298th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar. The event was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, and BJP MLA Gopichand Padalkar.
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