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Infrastructure
India’s First Riverine Lighthouses — Brahmaputra, Assam
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal laid the foundation for four lighthouses along the Brahmaputra River on March 5, 2026, at Lachit Ghat, Guwahati. Sites: Bogibeel, Pandu, Silghat, and Biswanath Ghat — all on National Waterway-2 (NW-2). Total outlay: Rs 84 crore; each lighthouse is 20 m tall, solar-powered, with a range of 14 nautical miles. Jointly implemented by DGLL and IWAI under MoPSW.
Governance & Health
NITI Aayog – UNICEF India Nutrition Partnership
NITI Aayog and UNICEF India signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) to strengthen nutrition in Aspirational Districts and Blocks across India. Key focus areas include Anganwadi infrastructure, nutrition literacy, and ICDS services. UNICEF will leverage the IMPAct4Nutrition (I4N) Platform to mobilise CSR investment from businesses.
Technology
IBM Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center — Bengaluru
IBM launched its first Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center at the India Systems Development Lab (ISDL) campus in Bengaluru. The centre focuses on enterprise-grade AI, hybrid cloud, and infrastructure engineering, connecting IBM engineers with ISVs, GSIs, GCCs, and ecosystem partners. IBM is headquartered in Armonk, New York and operates in 175+ countries.
Digital Governance
Indian Culture Portal Version 2.0
The Ministry of Culture launched ICP v2.0 with a React-based frontend and Drupal backend. Key feature: AI chatbot Bharti, integrated with the Bhashini platform supporting 22 Indian languages. The portal (originally launched December 2019) now supports 3D walkthroughs, 360° virtual tours, and 46 cultural categories. It functions as a Progressive Web App (PWA).
International
MWC 2026 — ‘The IQ Era’, Barcelona
Mobile World Congress 2026 was held March 2–5 at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, organised by GSMA. Theme: ‘The IQ Era’ — convergence of AI and connectivity. India was represented by Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia (Ministry of Communications); Indian companies participated under TEPC. Tejas Networks (Bengaluru) launched its TJ1600-D3 Hyper-scalable DCI Platform at the event.
Business & Economy
Hurun Global Rich List 2026 — Key Highlights
The 15th edition of Hurun Global Rich List 2026 recorded 4,020 billionaires (first time crossing 4,000). Elon Musk topped with USD 792 billion. India ranked 3rd globally with 308 billionaires. Richest Indian: Mukesh Ambani (Rs 9.8 lakh crore). Richest woman in India: Roshni Nadar Malhotra. Global richest woman: Alice Walton (USD 119 billion).
International Health
Chile Eliminates Leprosy — WHO Certification
The WHO and PAHO certified Chile as the first country in the Americas and the second globally (after Jordan) to eliminate leprosy as a public health problem. Chile is the 61st country worldwide to eliminate at least one Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD). Elimination criterion: prevalence below 1 case per 10,000 population.
Space & Defence
BEL – Bellatrix Aerospace MoU for VLEO Satellites
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Bellatrix Aerospace signed an MoU for VLEO satellite systems. Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) = altitudes of 150–450 km, offering higher-resolution imaging, lower latency, and reduced launch costs. Signed between Rashmi Kathuria (BEL) and Rohan M. Ganapathy, CEO & CTO of Bellatrix. Covers both strategic defence and civilian space missions.
Awards & Honours
K.V. Subramanian — First Indian to Receive Chicago Alumni Award
Dr. K.V. Subramanian received the University of Chicago Alumni Award for Professional Achievement — the first Indian economist to do so since its establishment in 1941. Past recipients include Nobel laureates Paul Samuelson, Gary Becker, Claudia Goldin. He was Chief Economic Advisor (2018–2021), then India’s Executive Director at the IMF; currently a Professor at ISB and author of India@100.
Governance
Governor Reshuffle — March 2026 (9 States & UTs)
President Droupadi Murmu announced a major reshuffle of Governors and LGs on March 6, 2026. Key appointments: Lt. Gen. Syed Ata Hasnain → Bihar; Jishnu Dev Varma → Maharashtra; Shiv Pratap Shukla → Telangana; R.N. Ravi → West Bengal; Taranjit Singh Sandhu → LG Delhi; Vinai Kumar Saxena → LG Ladakh. Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari appointed Chief Justice of Madras High Court under Article 217(1).
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What is the total project outlay for India’s first riverine lighthouses on the Brahmaputra?
Rs 84 crore
All four lighthouses are solar-powered and 20 metres tall, located on NW-2
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Which platform does UNICEF India use to mobilise CSR investment for nutrition initiatives?
IMPAct4Nutrition (I4N) Platform
Under the NITI Aayog–UNICEF India Statement of Intent for Aspirational Districts
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What was the theme of Mobile World Congress 2026?
The IQ Era
Held March 2–5, 2026 in Barcelona; organised by GSMA
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How many billionaires did India have in the Hurun Global Rich List 2026?
308 billionaires (3rd globally)
Including 57 new entrants; combined wealth ~Rs 112 lakh crore
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Under which UNGA Resolution was the International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness declared?
Resolution A/RES/77/51
Adopted December 7, 2022; commemorates NPT entry into force on March 5, 1970
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What altitude range defines Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO)?
150 km to 450 km above Earth
BEL–Bellatrix Aerospace MoU targets satellite systems for this orbit
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Who was appointed as the new Governor of Bihar in the March 2026 reshuffle?
Lt. Gen. Syed Ata Hasnain
Succeeds Arif Mohammed Khan; reshuffle announced by President Droupadi Murmu on March 6, 2026
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What is the Cycling League of India (CLI) notable for?
World’s first franchise-based road cycling league
8 city/region franchises, 10 cyclists each; includes 2 international + 2 junior Indian riders per team
Think & Discuss
India in Space: Should Public-Private VLEO Partnerships Define the Future of Strategic & Civilian Satellites?
Context from today’s quiz: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) signed an MoU with Bellatrix Aerospace — a deep-tech startup — to jointly develop satellite systems for Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO). This reflects a growing trend in India’s space sector of combining state-owned manufacturing expertise with private sector innovation, following the liberalisation of the space sector post-2020.
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India’s space sector is witnessing a structural shift — from an exclusively ISRO-led model to an ecosystem where public sector giants like BEL partner with private startups like Bellatrix Aerospace to develop cutting-edge satellite technology. While this model promises agility and innovation, it also raises questions about strategic autonomy, data security, and equitable access to space infrastructure.
Is India’s emerging public-private space partnership model — exemplified by BEL and Bellatrix Aerospace — the right approach for developing sovereign space capabilities, or does it risk compromising strategic interests?
Is India’s emerging public-private space partnership model — exemplified by BEL and Bellatrix Aerospace — the right approach for developing sovereign space capabilities, or does it risk compromising strategic interests?
- VLEO satellites offer advantages like higher-resolution imaging and lower latency, but also require advanced propulsion due to atmospheric drag. Should India prioritise indigenous VLEO capability or rely on international technology transfers for faster deployment?
- How should India balance the dual-use nature of VLEO satellites — serving both defence and civilian purposes — when involving private startups in their development?
- In the context of India’s Aspirational District programmes and Digital India goals, how can VLEO-based connectivity infrastructure be leveraged to bridge the rural–urban digital divide?
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