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INCOIS (Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services) is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES). It is set to introduce two new services aimed at supporting the fishing sector through Hilsa fishing advisories.
The launch coincides with INCOIS’s 26th Foundation Day.
- Remember: INCOIS → MoES (institutional linkage)
- “Advisory services” in fisheries often relate to decision support (where/when to fish)
- Targeted advisories can improve fishing efficiency and support livelihood planning
India’s first World Peace Center has been inaugurated in Gurugram, Haryana. It has been established by Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti and functions under the guidance of Jain Acharya Lokesh.
Core mission: Promote non-violence, spiritual awareness, human values, and universal brotherhood.
- “Ahimsa” is frequently linked with non-violence as a value-based theme in questions
- Location: Gurugram, Haryana
- Organisation: Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti
- Such institutions often feature in questions on social initiatives and value-based missions
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated Vantara in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Vantara is described as a modern animal rescue, conservation, and rehabilitation facility.
Key attendees: Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani, Anant Ambani, and Radhika Merchant.
PM Modi reviewed advanced medical infrastructure such as MRI, CT scan, and ICU for wildlife. He also observed an MRI procedure on an Asiatic Lion, highlighting the focus on wildlife conservation.
- Location: Jamnagar, Gujarat
- Functions: Rescue + Conservation + Rehabilitation
- Advanced facilities: MRI, CT scan, ICU for wildlife
- Highlight: MRI procedure on Asiatic Lion
Remember the triad: rescue + conservation + rehabilitation. Wildlife healthcare terms to recall: MRI/CT/ICU used for animals too. Reinforces conservation narratives and the role of modern veterinary infrastructure.
Jharkhand Finance Minister Radha Krishna Kishore presented the budget in the Jharkhand Assembly. Total outlay: ₹1,45,400 crore for FY 2025-26.
It indicates a 13% increase over the previous year. The largest allocation has been directed towards freebie schemes.
- Total outlay: ₹1,45,400 crore
- Growth: 13% increase over previous year
- Largest allocation: Freebie schemes
- Finance Minister: Radha Krishna Kishore
Why it matters: State budgets are commonly tested via numbers + priority sectors.
🌐 International News
Yamandú Orsi was born in June 1967. Before politics, he worked as a history teacher. He served as mayor of Canelones (Uruguay’s second-largest department).
He won the presidential election by defeating centre-right candidate Alvaro Delgado in a close contest.
- Born: June 1967
- Previous role: History teacher, then Mayor of Canelones
- Canelones: Uruguay’s second-largest department
- Defeated: Alvaro Delgado (centre-right)
Why it matters: International leadership changes are frequent prelims targets.
💼 Business & Economy
RBI has kept the facility for exchange and deposit of ₹2000 notes open. As per the update, 98.18% of ₹2000 notes have returned to the banking system.
Since the withdrawal announcement on May 19, 2023, ₹6,471 crore worth of ₹2000 notes remain in circulation. The original deadline was October 7, 2023, and it has been extended for accessibility.
- Returned to system: 98.18%
- Still in circulation: ₹6,471 crore
- Withdrawal announced: May 19, 2023
- Initial deadline: October 7, 2023
- Status: Facility continues (extended)
Why it matters: Currency withdrawal/return statistics are repeatedly used in MCQs.
FILA 2025 celebrated business and entrepreneurial leadership at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai.
The event recognised individuals and organisations for contributions in business, innovation, and leadership. It highlighted the role of corporate and entrepreneurial leadership in India’s economic and social landscape.
- Event: Forbes India Leadership Awards (FILA) 2025
- Venue: Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai
- Focus: Business, innovation, and leadership
Why it matters: Awards/venues are frequently tested as quick factual MCQs.
👔 Appointments
Dr. Mayank Sharma assumed charge as CGDA (Controller General of Defence Accounts). He belongs to the 1989 batch of the Indian Defence Accounts Service.
He has over three decades of experience and contributions in defence financial management.
- Post: CGDA
- Service: Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS)
- Batch: 1989
- Experience: 3+ decades in defence financial management
Why it matters: Senior appointments are routinely asked as direct factual questions.
Rikant Pittie (CEO & Co-founder, EaseMyTrip) has been appointed CII Delhi State Chairman for 2025-26.
It is noted as the first time a unicorn co-founder has received this role. He succeeds Jaideep Ahuja (MD, Ahuja Residences).
Focus areas: Business growth, policy advocacy, digital transformation, and stronger industry-government collaboration.
- Name: Rikant Pittie
- Position: CEO & Co-founder, EaseMyTrip
- New role: CII Delhi State Chairman (2025-26)
- Unique fact: First unicorn co-founder in this role
- Predecessor: Jaideep Ahuja (Ahuja Residences)
Why it matters: Industry body leadership changes are common in economy/business CA.
🔬 Science & Technology
Aditya-L1, India’s first solar observatory, achieved a milestone by capturing the first-ever image of a solar flare “kernel”.
The observation occurred in the photosphere and chromosphere. It offers insights into solar energy bursts and space weather impacts.
Findings establish a direct link between flare energy and temperature changes in the corona, addressing a gap in solar research.
- Mission: Aditya-L1 (India’s first solar observatory)
- Achievement: First-ever image of solar flare kernel
- Layers observed: Photosphere, chromosphere
- Key finding: Link between flare energy and coronal temperature changes
Layers to recall: photosphere, chromosphere, corona. Term spotlight: space weather (effects of solar activity on space environment). Mission achievements + technical terms are classic prelims material.
📅 Important Days & Obituaries
Observed on March 5. Established by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in 2022.
Goal: Awareness on disarmament and preventing spread of WMDs (Weapons of Mass Destruction), especially among youth.
Emphasis includes dangers of nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons, supporting global peace and security.
- Date: March 5
- Established by: UNGA in 2022
- Key trio: Nuclear + Chemical + Biological (WMD context)
- UN-designated days are common direct questions
Padmakar Shivalkar died in Mumbai at 84. A legendary left-arm spinner.
First-class record: 589 wickets in 124 matches, average 19.74. He played a key role in Mumbai’s 15-season Ranji Trophy title-winning streak.
- Age at death: 84
- Bowling style: Left-arm spinner
- First-class wickets: 589 in 124 matches
- Bowling average: 19.74
- Achievement: Part of Mumbai’s 15-season Ranji Trophy dominance
Why it matters: Sports obituaries often become stat-based MCQs.
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