Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) – 70th Foundation Day
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Why in News:
The Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) celebrated its 70th Foundation Day at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event was inaugurated by Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi.
Key Highlights:
• The celebration marked 70 years of the establishment of CWC.
• The event highlighted the corporation’s role in strengthening India’s food storage and logistics infrastructure.
Background
Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC)
• The Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) was established in 1957 as a Central Public Sector Enterprise.
• It operates under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution.
• CWC provides scientific storage facilities for agricultural produce and other notified commodities.
• The corporation plays a key role in supporting procurement operations and maintaining buffer food stocks for national food security
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Tamil Nadu’s First Dark Sky Park
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The Tamil Nadu Forest Department has established the state’s first Dark Sky Park at Ariyur Shola Forest in Kolli Hills, Namakkal district. The project aims to protect natural night skies from artificial light pollution and create a dedicated space for public astronomical observation.
Key Highlights:
• The Dark Sky Park has been developed at a cost of ₹1 crore.
• The initiative promotes sustainable tourism, scientific awareness and environmental conservation in the region.
Why Kolli Hills Was Chosen for the Dark Sky Park
• According to Forest Secretary Supriya Sahu, a Dark Sky Park is a designated area protected from excessive artificial lighting.
• It allows clear visibility of celestial objects such as the moon, stars and planets.
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Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) – 25th Foundation Day
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The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) celebrated its 25th Foundation Day at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The event was attended by Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, who unveiled the BEE@25 logo, launched the BEE Star Label Mobile App, and introduced the new RCO Portal.
Background
Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)
• The Bureau of Energy Efficiency was established under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001.
• It operates under the Ministry of Power.
• BEE coordinates energy conservation policies across sectors such as industry, buildings, transport and appliances.
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Indian Bison Fest 2026
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Why in News:
The second edition of the Indian Bison Fest will be held on 8 March 2026 at Zeropoint inside Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Sambalpur. The festival celebrates the Indian bison, locally known as ‘Gayal’.
Key Highlights:
• The event aims to promote wildlife conservation and eco-tourism in the region.
Gaur Population Growth in Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary
• The latest census in January 2026 recorded 848 gaurs in the sanctuary.
• This reflects a net increase of 190 animals within one year.
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Saba Shawl
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Saba Shawl has been appointed as the first Kashmiri woman to head Central Jail Srinagar, a high-security correctional facility in Jammu and Kashmir. Her appointment was made under the Government Order of Home (2026) dated March 2, 2026, issued by the Home Department.
Key Highlights:
• She becomes the first Kashmiri woman to lead the Central Jail Srinagar.
• Central Jail Srinagar is a high-security correctional facility in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Dan Bailey
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Jio Platforms Limited has appointed telecom industry veteran Dan Bailey as its new President to lead the company’s global expansion efforts.
Key Highlights:
• Dan Bailey will spearhead Jio Platforms’ international growth strategy.
• His appointment reflects the company’s focus on expanding its presence in global telecom and digital services markets.
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Project HANUMAN
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Why in News:
The Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Pawan Kalyan, has launched Project HANUMAN to address the growing issue of human–wildlife conflict in the state.
Key Highlights:
• The project aims to reduce incidents of human–animal clashes.
• It focuses on protecting rural communities affected by wildlife movement.
• The initiative also seeks to ensure the safety and conservation of wildlife.
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Cheetah Reintroduction Project
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Nine cheetahs arrived from Botswana at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in India's ambitious cheetah reintroduction project.
Key Highlights:
• With this addition, India's cheetah count now stands at 48, which includes 29 Indian-born cubs born at Kuno National Park.
• The first batch of 8 cheetahs from Namibia was reintroduced in September 2022.
• This was followed by 12 cheetahs from South Africa in February 2023.
• Botswana hosts approximately 24% of the global cheetah population of about 7,100 individuals.
• Notably, 76.9% of Botswana's cheetahs live on community and commercial farmlands rather than protected areas, making them uniquely adapted to sharing landscapes with human activity and livestock.
Background:
Project Cheetah
• Launched in 2022 under Project Tiger.
• It aims to bring cheetahs back to India, which became extinct in the country in 1952.
• It is the world's first intercontinental wild carnivore translocation project.
Governance Framework:
• The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) serves as the implementing agency.
• It works along with the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department and the Wildlife Institute of India (WII).
• In 2023, a Steering Committee was constituted to oversee and guide the project's implementation.
Cheetah Habitat Designation:
• Kuno National Park and Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary (Madhya Pradesh) currently serve as the primary habitats for translocated cheetahs.
• Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary (Madhya Pradesh) has been identified for future expansion of the cheetah landscape.
Community Engagement:
• The project is supported by more than 350 “Cheetah Mitras” working at the grassroots level to raise local awareness and mitigate potential human–wildlife conflict.
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