Mumbai Indians Wins the Women Premier League 2025
The Women's Premier League 2025 season officially concluded on March 15 with Mumbai Indians defeating Delhi Capitals by eight runs in the final at the CO Stadium to claim their second WPL title.
Five teams - Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Mumbai Indians (MI), UP Warriorz (UPW), Gujarat Giants (GG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) - contested for the WPL 2025 title.The 2025 season also saw the first-ever Super Over in WPL history play out as UPW defeated RCB by four runs in the tiebreaker. The match was played on February 24, 2025.
India's first World Peace Centre was inaugurated in Gurugram
India's first World Peace Centre was inaugurated in Gurugram, Haryana, under the guidance of Jain Acharya Lokesh. The centre has been established by the Ahimsa Vishwa Bharati to promote non-violence, spiritual awareness, human values, and universal brotherhood. The centre will emphasize core Indian values such as 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'- The Whole World is One Family.
World Consumer Rights Day 2025
World Consumer Rights Day, observed annually on March 15, serves as an essential reminder of the need to uphold consumer rights and protection. The day is an opportunity to promote the basic rights of all consumers and encourage those rights to be respected and protected. World Consumer Rights Day was first observed in 1983. This date was chosen to commemorate President John F. Kennedy's address to the US Congress on March 15, 1962, where he became the first world leader to formally recognize consumer rights. The theme for World Consumer Rights Day 2025 is, ‘A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles.’ This theme reflects the urgent need to make sustainable and healthy lifestyle choices available, accessible, and affordable for all consumers – while ensuring that these transitions uphold people’s basic rights and needs. This year’s campaign highlights the pathways needed to achieve sustainable lifestyles and call for stronger consumer protection and empowerment worldwide.
PM Surya Ghar: India’s Solar Revolution
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY), the world’s largest domestic rooftop solar initiative, has achieved a historic milestone with 10 lakh homes now solar-powered as of 10th March 2025. Launched by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 13th February 2024, this transformative scheme is rapidly reshaping India’s energy landscape. With 47.3 lakh applications received, the initiative has already disbursed ?4,770 crore in subsidies to 6.13 lakh beneficiaries, making solar energy more accessible than ever. The scheme’s easy financing options, including collateral-free loans up to ?2 lakh at a 6.75% subsidized interest rate through 12 Public Sector Banks, have further accelerated adoption. So far, 3.10 lakh loan applications have been received, with 1.58 lakh sanctioned and 1.28 lakh disbursed, ensuring financial inclusion for all. With a seamless 15-day subsidy transfer process and zero electricity bills for many beneficiaries, the scheme is not just powering homes but also empowering people. Every solar installation under PMSGMBY offsets carbon emissions equal to planting 100 trees, driving India towards a cleaner, greener, and self-reliant future.
ISRO Undocks SpaDeX Satellites 2 Months After Docking Them in Space
ISRO has accomplished the important operation of undocking of SPADEX satellites in the very first attempt. SPADEX satellites were successfully docked on January 16, 2025.
The Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill 2024 Passed in Lok Sabha
The Lok Sabha passed the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill 2024, which seeks to amend the existing law governing exploration and production of oil and gas as well as delink petroleum operations from mining operations. It was passed by the Rajya Sabha in December 2024.
India Successfully Test-fires ASTRA Missile from Tejas LCA AF MK1 Prototype Fighter Jet
India successfully conducted a test launch of the indigenous ASTRA Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) from the Tejas LCA AF MK1 fighter aircraft. The test took place at a test range in eastern India, off the coast of Chandipur, Odisha. Designed by the Defence Research and Develop¬ment Organisation (DRDO), ASTRA enables Tejas MK1 and the newer MK1A variant to engage airborne targets at distances exceeding 100 km. The successful test represents another step in the weapon's integration with the Tejas fighter platform.ASTRA is set to become a key part of the standard armament for both Tejas and the Su-30MKI fighter air-craft. The missile's development began in the 1990s, and in May 2022, the Indian government signed a contract with Bharat Dynamics Ltd. for the production of over 350 units.
Mauritius announces highest award for PM Modi, a first for India
Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam announced the country's highest award 'The Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean' to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. PM Modi is the first Indian to receive the honour - making it the 21st international award bestowed upon him by a foreign country. This is an honour for the historical relations between India and Mauritius.
Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha. It seeks to strengthen India's borders and streamline the law governing immigration and foreigners.
Exercise Khanjar XII
The 12th edition of the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise KHANJAR-XII took place in Kyrgyzstan from 10 March to 23 March 2025. The Indian contingent was represented by troops from The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), and the Kyrgyzstan contingent was represented by the Kyrgyz Scorpion Brigade.
The exercise aimed to exchange experiences and best practices in Counter Terrorism and Special Forces Operations in urban and mountainous high altitude terrain scenarios, and on developing advanced Special Forces skills of sniping, complex building intervention, and mountain craft. The exercise featured vibrant cultural exchanges, including the celebration of the Kyrgyz festival Nowruz and to cement the bond of friendship between the two nations.
Madhav National Park has been declared as the 58th Tiger Reserve in India
Madhav National Park, in Madhya Pradesh, was declared as the 58th Tiger Reserve of India. It is spread in Shivpuri district in Chambal region of the state. Three tigers, including two females, were introduced to the Madhav National Park in 2023 as part of the tiger reintroduction project in the State. As on March 2025, Madhya Pradesh has nine tiger reserves, and is known as the Tiger Capital of India.
Asian Women's Kabaddi Championship 2025
India won the Asian Women's Kabaddi Championship 2025 title in Tehran, the Islamic Republic of Iran, with a 32-25 victory over the hosts in the final. The sixth edition of the Asian Women's Kabaddi Championship was held from March 6 to 8, 2025.
Jan Aushadhi Diwas 2025
Every year, March 7th is celebrated as 'Jan Aushadhi Diwas' to raise awareness about the scheme and promote the use of generic medicines. Week-long events are organized nationwide from March 1st to 7th to support this initiative.
This year, the celebration was flagged off on March 1 to disseminate information about PMBJP in the National Capital Region (NCR). The "Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP)" was launched in November 2008 by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, in collaboration with Central Pharma Public Sector Undertakings. The initiative aims to provide quality medicines at affordable prices to the public through dedicated outlets called Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJK).
Cabinet approves development of ropeway project from Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji (12.4 km) in Uttarakhand
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the construction of a 12.4 km ropeway project from Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji in Uttarakhand. The project will be developed on Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Transfer (DBFOT) mode at a total capital cost of Rs. 2,730.13 crore. Currently, the journey to the Hemkund Sahib Ji is a challenging 21-km uphill trek from Govindghat and is covered on foot or by ponies or palanquins. The proposed ropeway is planned to provide convenience to pilgrims visiting the Hemkund Sahib Ji and tourists visiting the Valley of Flowers. It will ensure all-weather last-mile connectivity between Govindghat and Hemkund Sahib Ji. The ropeway is planned to be developed in public-private partnership and will be based on Monocable Detachable Gondola (MDG) from Govindghat to Ghangaria (10.55 km), seamlessly integrated with the most advanced Tricable Detachable Gondola (3S) technology from Ghangaria to Hemkund Sahib Ji (1.85 km) with a design capacity of 1,100 passengers per hour per direction (PPHPD) carrying 11,000 passengers per day. The ropeway project will also generate substantial employment opportunities during construction and operations as well as in allied tourism industries like hospitality, travel, foods & beverages (F&B) and tourism throughout the year.
Cabinet approves development of Ropeway Project from Sonprayag to Kedarnath (12.9 km) in Uttarakhand
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the construction of a 12.9 km ropeway project from Sonprayag to Kedarnath (12.9 km) in Uttarakhand. The project will be developed on Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Transfer (DBFOT) mode at a total capital cost of Rs. 4,081.28 crore. The ropeway is planned to be developed in a public-private partnership and will be based on the most advanced Tri-cable Detachable Gondola (3S) technology with a design capacity of 1,800 passengers per hour per direction (PPHPD) carrying 18,000 passengers per day. The ropeway project will be a boon to the pilgrims visiting Kedarnath as it would provide environment-friendly, comfortable and fast connectivity and reduce travel time in one direction from about 8 to 9 hours to about 36 minutes. The ropeway project will also generate substantial employment opportunities during construction and operations as well as in allied tourism industries like hospitality, travel, foods & beverages (F&B) and tourism throughout the year.The development of ropeway project is a significant step towards fostering balanced socio-economic development, enhancing last - mile connectivity in hilly regions and fostering rapid economic growth.
Shri Ajay Bhadoo Appointed as CEO of Government e Marketplace
The Government of India has appointed Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce Shri Ajay Bhadoo, as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Government e Marketplace (GeM) with effect from March 3, 2025. He will assume this role in addition to his existing responsibilities in the Department of Commerce. His appointment as CEO of GeM, India’s largest e-marketplace for government procurement, comes at a pivotal time as the platform transitions to a next-generation digital marketplace powered by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). Currently, GeM has recorded a Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) of ?4.58 lakh crore, reflecting a 28.65% year-on-year growth. An Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 1999 batch from the Gujarat cadre, Shri Bhadoo brings over two decades of experience in policy formulation and implementation across diverse sectors, including urban infrastructure development.
Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024
Nithin Kamath, Founder and CEO of Zerodha, has been named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 for his role in reshaping India’s brokerage industry through a low-margin, high-volume strategy. Kamath will now represent India at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards in Monte Carlo in June.
Shri Ajay Bhadoo Appointed as CEO of Government e Marketplace
The Government of India has appointed Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce Shri Ajay Bhadoo, as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Government e Marketplace (GeM) with effect from March 3, 2025. He will assume this role in addition to his existing responsibilities in the Department of Commerce. His appointment as CEO of GeM, India’s largest e-marketplace for government procurement, comes at a pivotal time as the platform transitions to a next-generation digital marketplace powered by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). Currently, GeM has recorded a Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) of ?4.58 lakh crore, reflecting a 28.65% year-on-year growth. An Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 1999 batch from the Gujarat cadre, Shri Bhadoo brings over two decades of experience in policy formulation and implementation across diverse sectors, including urban infrastructure development.
Tuhin Kanta Pandey assumes charge as 11th chairman of Sebi
Tuhin Kanta Pandey assumed charge as the 11th chairman of capital markets regulator SEBI. He replaces Madhabi Puri Buch, whose three-year tenure ended on 28th February 2025. Pandey, a career bureaucrat who was serving as the Finance Secretary till now, was appointed chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) by the government on 27th February 2025. His appointment comes at a crucial time for Sebi, the regulatory body responsible for overseeing India's securities and capital markets. As Sebi Chairman, Pandey will play a key role in strengthening market regulations, ensuring investor protection, and overseeing reforms in the capital markets. His extensive experience in finance and economic policy is expected to aid in the effective functioning of the regulatory body.
'One Nation-One Port' Initiative Launched
The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, launched the 'One Nation- One Port Process (ONOP)' initiative to standardise and streamline operations across India's major ports. The step aims at removing inconsistencies in documentation and processes that led to inefficiencies, increased costs and operational delays. He also launched the Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI) named 'Sagar Ankalan', for the 2023-24 financial year, to record efficiency and global competitiveness in the maritime sector.
Exercise Desert Hunt 2025
An integrated Tri-Service Special Forces exercise named Exercise Desert Hunt 2025 was conducted by the Indian Air Force at Air Force Station Jodhpur from 24 to 28 February, 2025. The exercise involved elite Para (Special Forces) from the Indian Army, the Marine Commandos from the Indian Navy along with the Garud (Special Forces) from the Indian Air Force, participating together in a simulated combat environment. This high-intensity drill was aimed at enhancing interoperability, coordination and synergy among the three Special Forces units to ensure swift and effective response towards emerging security challenges. The exercise included airborne insertion, precision strikes, hostage rescue, counter-terrorism operations, combat free falls and urban warfare scenarios wherein the combat readiness of the forces was tested under realistic conditions. The aim of the exercise was to validate the joint doctrines, and it also provided a platform to foster the commitment of the Indian Armed Forces to strengthen national security through seamless inter-service coopera-tion.
Inaugural Olympic Esports Games to be held in 2027 in Saudi Arabia
The first Olympic Esports Games will be held in two years in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the International Olympic Committee said, as part of a 12-year deal with the country signed last year. The IOC has been looking into Esports for several years, forming a dedicated commission to find opportunities to tap into a younger generation involved with gaming. ith its traditional audience base gradually ageing, the governing body is trying to connect with a younger generation of potential Olympics fans.
Rajnath Singh inaugurates Aero India 2025
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated Aero India 2025, the 15th edition of Asia’s largest aerospace and defence exhibition, in Bengaluru. Aero India 2025 is being held over 42,438 square metres, with participation from 30 defence ministers and 43 military chiefs from various countries. A total of 90 nations will be represented at the event. The exhibition will feature 70 fighter jets, cargo aircraft, and trainer aircraft, along with 30 helicopters, all performing aerial stunts. Russian and American fighter jets will be the key highlights of the exhibition. Additionally, over 900 manufacturers from different countries will showcase advancements in AI, drones, cybersecurity, global aerospace, and emerging technologies. Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) products will be prominently displayed in this edition of the show.
Paris AI Action Summit 2025
France hosts the third edition of the AI Action Summit on February 10 and 11 in Paris, bringing together global leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss artificial intelligence. India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi co-chair the summit, providing an opportunity to discuss AI governance, technological collaboration, and strategic partnerships.
India reaches historic milestone of 100 GW solar power capacity
India has reached a major milestone by surpassing 100 GW of installed solar power capacity, signaling significant progress toward energy independence and a sustainable future. Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary leadership for this achievement. This milestone strengthens India’s position as a global leader in renewable energy and marks a crucial step toward the country’s goal of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based energy capacity by 2030, as highlighted in a press release from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
RBI projects 6.7% GDP growth for FY26; inflation in FY25 to remain at 4.8%
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has projected a real GDP growth of 6.4% for FY25, with expectations of economic activity picking up in the second half of the fiscal year. This growth is anticipated to be driven by improvements in the agriculture and manufacturing sectors. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, while announcing the outcome of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, stated that for FY26, GDP growth is estimated at 6.7%. The quarterly projections for FY26 are as follows: Q1 FY26: 6.7%, Q2 FY26: 7.0%, Q3 FY26: 6.5%, and Q4 FY26: 6.5%. On the inflation front, the central bank expects Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation to ease to 4.8% in FY25, with Q4 FY25 inflation projected at 4.4%. For FY26, inflation is forecasted at 4.2%, with quarterly estimates as follows: Q1 FY26: 4.5%, Q2 FY26: 4.0%, Q3 FY26: 3.8%, and Q4 FY26: 4.2%.
DRDO successfully conducts successive flight-trials of Very Short-Range Air Defence System
Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted three successive flight-trials of Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) from Chandipur off the coast of Odisha. These tests were carried out against high-speed targets flying at very low altitude. During all the three flight-tests, the missiles intercepted and completely destroyed the targets having reduced thermal signature mimicking low flying drones at different flying conditions. The flight-tests were carried out in final deployment configuration where in two field operators carried out weapon readiness, target acquisition and missile firing.
The flight data captured by various range instruments like Telemetry, Electro-Optical Tracking System and Radar deployed by Integrated Test Range, Chandipur, confirmed the pin-point accuracy and established the unique capability of VSHORADS missile system in neutralizing drones along with other classes of aerial threats. The flight-tests were witnessed by senior officials of DRDO, Armed Forces and development and production partners. VSHORADS is a Man Portable Air Defence system designed and developed indigenously by Research Center Imarat in collaboration with other DRDO laboratories and Development cum Production Partners. The missile system has the capability to meet the needs of all the three branches of the Armed Forces, viz. Indian Army, Navy and Air Force.
Donald Trump took oath as the 7th President of USA
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. The swearing in ceremony was held indoors at the Capitol Rotunda in the US Capitol, Washington DC,J D Vance took the oath of office as Vice President of the United States. India was represented by S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister.
Gyanendra Pratap Singh has been appointed as the new Director General of CRPF
Gyanendra Pratap Singh, a 1991 batch IPS officer from the Assam-Meghalaya cadre, was appointed as the Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) by the Central Government. Prior to this assignment as the DG of CRPF, he was the Director General of Police of Assam.
Union Cabinet clears the Third Launchpad in Sriharikota
The Union Cabinet approved the establishment of the Third Launch Pad (TLP) at Satish Dhawan Space Centre of ISRO at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. It is designed to have a universal and adaptable configuration to support NGLV along with the LVM3 vehicles with Semicryogenic stage as well as scaled up configurations of NGLV, with new propulsion systems, which will be crucial for future space missions such as Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) by 2035 and an Indian Crewed Lunar Landing by 2040. TLP is targeted to be established within a duration of 48 months or 4 years. The total fund requirement is Rs. 3984.86 crore. The project will be realized with maximum industry participation.
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