Concise Summary of Current Affairs (10th to 16th March, 2025)

Current Affairs Summary

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Air Quality in India

• India is the 5th most polluted country globally (IQAir 2024 report).
• 13 of the world’s 20 most polluted cities are in India; Delhi remains the most polluted capital.
• Byrnihat, Assam, recognized as the most polluted city with PM2.5 concentration at 128.2 µg/m³.
• PM2.5 levels in India showed a slight 7% decline compared to 2023.

Tiger Reserves in India

• Madhav National Park declared the 58th tiger reserve in India (March 9, 2025).
• Madhya Pradesh leads with nine reserves, a crucial part of Project Tiger initiative.

India-Ireland Relations

• India and Ireland set to establish a Joint Economic Commission to enhance trade relations.

Innovative Energy Solutions

• Leh airport to be India’s first geothermal and solar-powered airport.

Emergency Response in Manipur

• Finance Minister announces a ₹500 crore fund for relief in Manipur amid ongoing violence.

Cultural Developments

• Mudumal Megalithic Menhirs in Telangana suggested for UNESCO World Heritage status.

Naval Exercises

• India conducted the 6th Coordinated Patrol with Bangladesh (BONGOSAGAR) in the Bay of Bengal.

Technological Advances

• Launch of world’s first commercial space surveillance satellite by Indian startup Digantara.

Environmental Initiatives

• Government focusing on enhancing financial literacy through partnerships between RBI and NCFE.

International Relations and Events

• Canada elects Mark Carney as new Prime Minister, taking over amidst tensions with the U.S.
• India collaborates with Mauritius on climate resilience projects and joint satellite development.

Legal and Governance Changes

• New Immigration Bill proposed, introducing strict penalties for passport fraud.