Varanasi Guinness World Record Plantation Drive
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NATIONAL
Why in News:
Varanasi has entered the Guinness World Records by planting 2,51,446 saplings within one hour.
Key Highlights:
• The mega plantation drive was conducted at the Sujabad Domari area.
• It surpassed China’s 2018 record of 1,53,981 saplings planted in one hour.
• The record was officially verified through drone monitoring and a digital counting system.
• The achievement marks a major milestone in India’s urban afforestation efforts.
Background:
• The Sujabad Domari Urban Forest has been developed using the Miyawaki Technique.
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World Wildlife Day 2026
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INTERNATIONAL
Why in News:
The world will celebrate World Wildlife Day 2026 on 3 March. It is a United Nations observance dedicated to protecting wild animals, plants and biodiversity.
Key Highlights:
• The theme for 2026 is “Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods”.
• The day marks the anniversary of the signing of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) on 3 March 1973.
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Appointment of Director General of Naval Armament
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NATIONAL
Why in News:
Shri B.P. Singh has officially taken charge as the Director General of Naval Armament (DGONA) at Naval Headquarters in New Delhi from 1 March 2026.
Key Highlights:
• He is a senior officer of the 1994 batch of the Indian Naval Armament Service (INAS).
• He succeeded Shri Divakar Jayant, who retired on 28 February 2026.
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K. P. Unnikrishnan
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NATIONAL
Why in News:
Veteran Congress leader and former Union Minister K. P. Unnikrishnan passed away at the age of 89 in Kozhikode, Kerala.
Key Highlights:
• K. P. Unnikrishnan was a key political figure in the 1980s and 1990s.
• He also played an influential role in national politics and served in the V. P. Singh Cabinet.
Six-Time Lok Sabha MP from Vadakara
• He was elected to the Lok Sabha six consecutive times from Vadakara (Kerala).
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Bharat Steel 2026 Summit
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NATIONAL
Why in News:
India will host the Bharat Steel 2026 Summit in New Delhi from 16 April 2026.
Key Highlights:
• It will be a two-day global event bringing together leaders from steel, technology, mining and trading companies..
• The event will help shape the future direction of the steel sector.
• It will also promote sustainable industrial growth in India.
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India’s Current Account Deficit (CAD) 2025
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NATIONAL
Why in News:
India’s external sector improved in 2025, as reported by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The current account deficit (CAD) declined significantly during April–December 2025.
Key Highlights:
• India’s Current Account Deficit stood at USD 30.1 billion during April–December 2025.
• This is about 1% of India’s GDP.
• In the same period last year, the CAD was USD 36.6 billion.
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ASMITA Women’s Sports League
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NATIONAL
Why in News:
Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Nikhil Khadse announced a special edition of the ASMITA Women’s Sports League in New Delhi to mark International Women’s Day on 8 March 2026.
Key Highlights:
What is the ASMITA Women’s Sports League?
• ASMITA stands for Achieving Sports Milestone by Inspiring Women Through Action.
• The league is designed to encourage girls and women to actively participate in sports competitions.
Key Objectives of ASMITA Women’s Sports League
• Empower female athletes across India.
• Promote grassroots level sports participation.
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