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

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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.