TNPSC Current Affairs March 7, 2026 – Tamil Nadu & National News for Group 1/2/4
📰 Daily Current Affairs
March 07, 2026 (Saturday)
Comprehensive compilation for TNPSC Group 1, 2, 2A & 4 | 18 Important Topics Covered
Welcome to today’s TNPSC Daily Current Affairs for March 07, 2026.
This comprehensive compilation covers all important events across national politics,
international relations, science & technology, economy, sports, and more.
Sourced from The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB, and other reputed media.
Perfect for TNPSC Group 1, Group 2, Group 2A, and Group 4 exam preparation.
📌 Read in Tamil: தமிழில் படிக்க இங்கே கிளிக் செய்யவும்
📝 Total Topics: 18 important events covered
📚 Exam Relevance: TNPSC Group 1, 2, 2A, 4 | SSC | UPSC Prelims
📰 Sources: The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB, AffairsCloud
Table of Contents
- 🏛️ National Politics & Government
- 1. Union MinisterSarbanandaSonowalLays Foundation Stone for India’s First Riverine Lighthouses inGuwaha
- 2. IBM Launches Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center in Bengaluru to Boost Enterprise AI Development
- 3. Ministry of Culture Launches Upgraded Version of Indian Culture Portal in New Delhi
- 4. President Appoints Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari as Chief Justice of Madras HC
- 5. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)
- 6. Current Affairs 7 March 2026
- 🌍 International Affairs
- 7. Overview of Mobile World Congress 2026 held in Barcelona, Spain
- 8. TJ1600-D3 Hyper-scalable
- 9. Chile Becomes First Country in the Americas to Eliminate Leprosy: WHO
- 💰 Economy & Banking
- 10. SBI General Insurance Launches ‘Chuniye Bharosa, Apno Sa’ Campaign with Pankaj Tripathi as its Brand Ambassador
- 11. Yes Bank Launched Exclusive Salary Account for Women
- 12. Eligibility Criteria:
- 13. BEL Signs MoU with Bellatrix Aerospace to Develop VLEO Satellite Systems
- 14. AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
- 15. KV Subramanian becomes 1st Indian Economist to Win Chicago Alumni Award
- 16. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS
- 🏏 Sports
- 17. Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Unveils Logo of World’s First Franchise-Based Cycling League of India
- 📘 General Knowledge & Miscellaneous
- 18. International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness 2026 – March 5
- 📝 Practice Questions (MCQs)
- Q1. Which of the following is related to: Union MinisterSarbanandaSonowalLays Foundation Stone for India’s First Riverine Lighthouses inGuwaha?
- Q2. Which of the following is related to: IBM Launches Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center in Bengaluru to Boost Enterprise AI Development?
- Q3. Which of the following is related to: Ministry of Culture Launches Upgraded Version of Indian Culture Portal in New Delhi?
- Q4. Which of the following is related to: President Appoints Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari as Chief Justice of Madras HC?
- Q5. Which of the following is related to: Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)?
🏛️ National Politics & Government
1. Union MinisterSarbanandaSonowalLays Foundation Stone for India’s First Riverine Lighthouses inGuwaha
- What happened: Union MinisterSarbanandaSonowalLays Foundation Stone for India’s First Riverine Lighthouses inGuwahati, AssamOn March 5 2026, Union MinisterSarbanandaSonowal,Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), laid the foundation stones forfour riverine lighthousesalong the banks of theBrahmaputra Riverin Assam, marking thefirst lighthouse infrastructureon an inland waterway in India, with a total project outlay of approximatelyRs 84 crore. About Brahmaputra River Lighthouses Project:Sites:Four river lighthouses will be developed atBogibeel(Dibrugarh district, Assam),Pandu(Kamrup Metro district, Assam),Silghat(Nagaon district, Assam), andBiswanathGhat (Biswanath district, Assam) along the Brahmaputra on National Waterway-2 (NW-2).Specifications:Each lighthouse will be20metres(m)high with a geographical range of 14 nautical miles and a luminous range of 8–10 nautical miles, powered entirely by solar energy.Tourism:Each site will include facilities such as a museum, amphitheatre, cafeteria, children’s play area, souvenir shop, and landscaped public spaces to promote tourism.
- Key details: NITIAayog, UNICEF India Sign SoI to Bolster Nutrition & Health Outcomes inAspirationalDistricts and BlocksIn March 2026, the National Institution for Transforming India(NITI)Aayogsigned a Statement of Intent(SoI)with United Nations Children’s Fund(UNICEF) Indiato strengthen nutrition and health outcomes in Aspirational districts and blocks. Key Details of SoI:Objectives:The partnership aims to improve maternal and child nutrition in underserved areas while strengthening multi-stakeholder collaboration and implementation of nutrition and health interventions at the block level.Focus Areas:Strengthening Anganwadi infrastructure, improving nutrition literacy, enhancing uptake of ICDS services and capacity-building of frontline workers.Key Role:ThroughIMPAct4Nutrition (I4N)platform, UNICEF India will offer technical assistance and support engagement with businesses, public sector enterprises and industry partners to mobilize Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) investmentinto nutrition-focused initiatives.
- Key points: The ceremony was held at Lachit Ghat in Guwahati, Assam, and was jointly organised by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships(DGLL)and the Inland Waterways Authority of India(IWAI)under the aegis of MoPSW.; The agreement was signed byRohitKumar,Additional Secretary and Mission Director, Aspirational Districts and Blocks Programme, NITI Aayog andArjandeWagt,Deputy Representative of UNICEF India.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
2. IBM Launches Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center in Bengaluru to Boost Enterprise AI Development
- What happened: IBM Launches Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center in Bengaluru to Boost Enterprise AI DevelopmentIn March 2026, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) launched its firstSangam Infrastructure Innovation Centerat the India Systems Development Lab (ISDL) campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The centre aims to strengthen India’s position as a global hub for advanced infrastructure engineering and Artificial Intelligence (AI) development.Objective of the Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center:The newly launched centre is designed to accelerate the development and deployment of enterprise-grade AI systems by integrating infrastructure technologies, hybrid cloud capabilities and AI solutions under one platform.Collaboration:The Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center functions as a collaborative engineering hub.
- Key details: It will bring together IBM’s systems architects and infrastructure specialists from ISDL to co-create AI solutions with a wide ecosystem of partners, including clients, Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), Global System Integrators (GSIs), Global Capability Centers (GCCs), and ecosystem partners.Technology:The facility integrates cutting-edge infrastructure technologies, hybrid cloud capabilities, and AI solutions under one roof. This integration is designed to accelerate the development and deployment of secure, scalable, and responsible enterprise AI systems.About IBM:International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), headquartered in Armonk, New York, USA, is a global provider of hybrid cloud, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and consulting services operating in over 175 countries.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
3. Ministry of Culture Launches Upgraded Version of Indian Culture Portal in New Delhi
- What happened: Ministry of Culture Launches Upgraded Version of Indian Culture Portal in New DelhiIn March 2026,Vivek Aggarwal,Secretary of the Ministry of Culture, launchedVersion 2.0of theIndian Culture Portal(ICP)at Kartavya Bhawan in New Delhi, Delhi. About Version 2.0 of Indian Culture Portal (ICP):Background:The Portal was originally launched in December 2019 to democratize access to information about India’s traditions, literature, arts and historical heritage.Key Features:The upgraded portal features a modern architecture with a React-based frontend and Drupal backend, improving speed, scalability and performance.
- Key details: It includes an Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered chatbotBharti,integrated with the Bhashini platform to support responses in 22 Indian languages.Function:The portal functions as a Progressive Web App(PWA), enabling seamless access across devices, and provides immersive experiences such as three dimensional(3D) walkthroughs, 360-degree virtual tours of heritage monuments, and46 curated cultural categories, including Iconic Battles of India, Folktales of India, and Classical Dances of India.
- Key points: The upgraded portal serves as a national digital platform designed to provide easy access to India’s vast cultural heritage for scholars, researchers and the general public.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
4. President Appoints Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari as Chief Justice of Madras HC
- What happened: President Appoints Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari as Chief Justice of Madras HCIn March 2026,Droupadi Murmu, the President of India appointedJustice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikarias the Chief Justice(CJ)of theMadras High Court(HC) under Article 217(1) of the Constitution of India. About Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari:Legal Practice:Enrolled as an advocate in 1992, he served as the Standing Counsel for the Union of India, the Income Tax Department, and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) between 2000 and 2015.Previous Roles:Prior to this elevation, he served as a Judge of the Kerala HC and as a Permanent Judge of the Madhya Pradesh(MP) HC.Article 217(1):It provides that HC judges are appointed by the President of India after consultation with the Chief Justice of India (CJI) and the Governor of the concerned State.
- Key details: *******.
- Key points: He succeeds JusticeManindra Mohan Shrivastava, who retired from office on 5 March 2026 upon attaining the age of superannuation.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
5. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)
- What happened: Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today).
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
6. Current Affairs 7 March 2026
- What happened: Current Affairs 7 March 2026Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Lays Foundation Stone for India’s First Riverine Lighthouses in Guwahati, AssamNITI Aayog, UNICEF India Sign SoI to Bolster Nutrition & Health Outcomes in Aspirational Districts and BlocksIBM Launches Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center in Bengaluru to Boost Enterprise AI DevelopmentMinistry of Culture Launches Upgraded Version of Indian Culture Portal in New DelhiOverview of Mobile World Congress 2026 held in Barcelona, SpainHurun Global Rich List 2026: India ranks third with 308 billionaires; Ambani remains richest AsianChile Becomes First Country in the Americas to Eliminate Leprosy: WHOSBI General Insurance Launches ‘Chuniye Bharosa, Apno Sa’ Campaign with Pankaj Tripathi as its Brand AmbassadorYes Bank Launched Exclusive Salary Account for WomenBEL Signs MoU with Bellatrix Aerospace to Develop VLEO Satellite SystemsKV Subramanian becomes 1st Indian Economist to Win Chicago Alumni AwardPresident Murmu Appoints New Governors for 9 States and UTsUnion Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Unveils Logo of World’s First Franchise-Based Cycling League of IndiaInternational Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness 2026 – March 5President Appoints Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari as Chief Justice of Madras HCAspirant:Does Affairscloud covers all the Current affairs topics related to examinations?Affairscloud:We Guaranteed All the Important topics related to examination are covered in Our Daily CA content and Daily CA Quizzes.Aspirant:Why is there a delayal in news?Affairscloud:As some of the major news sites doesn’t provide the required data on the exact day, we take extra time for important data to be presented to the aspirants on the examination basis to ensure nothing is missed.Example:In ‘Important Days’ topics the International Organisations publish their reports and Rankings in the evenings, to make sure every data is covered, we delay the topics to the next day.Candidates appearing for Competitive Exams. Kindly Share the General Awareness questions,which asked in their respective exams to“[email protected]”Dear Aspirants,We would like to inform you that, startingJanuary 2025,all Current Affairs Hindi Contentwill be accessible only through theCareersCloud app and CareersCloud.in website.
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- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
🌍 International Affairs
7. Overview of Mobile World Congress 2026 held in Barcelona, Spain
- What happened: Overview of Mobile World Congress 2026 held in Barcelona, SpainIn March 2026, the Mobile World Congress(MWC) 2026, the world’s largest event for the mobile and technology industry, was held fromMarch 2 to 5, 2026at Fira Barcelona Gran Via,Barcelona, Spain, bringing together global telecom leaders, technology companies and policymakers.About Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026:Theme:The theme of MWC 2026, “The IQ Era”, emphasised the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with advanced connectivity to enable smarter networks, digital innovation and societal transformation.Organiser:The event was organised by the Global System for Mobile Communications Association(GSMA).Indian Participation:India’s participation at MWC 2026 was led byUnion MinisterJyotiradityaMadhavraoScindia,Ministry of Communications, who represented India at the GSMA Ministerial Programme and MWC Main Stage discussions.
- Key points: India’s telecom innovators participated under the coordination of the Telecom Equipment and Services Export Promotion Council(TEPC)with support from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, Government of India (GoI).
- Why it matters for TNPSC: International Relations (GS Paper 2). Bilateral and multilateral agreements.
8. TJ1600-D3 Hyper-scalable
- What happened: Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia launched theTJ1600-D3 Hyper-scalableData Center Interconnect(DCI) Platformby Bengaluru (Karnataka)-based Tejas Networks Limited at MWC 2026.
- Key details: HurunGlobal Rich List 2026: India ranks third with 308 billionaires;Ambaniremains richest AsianOn 5th March 2026, theHurunResearch Institutereleased the15th edition of theHurunGlobal Rich List 2026, in whichMukeshAmbani, Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of Reliance Industries Limited(RIL), emerged as the richest person in India and Asia with a net worth ofRs 9.8 lakh crore. Highlights ofHurunGlobal Rich List 2026:Ranking:The Hurun Global Rich List 2026 ranked United States Dollar (USD) billionaires based on wealth calculated as of 15 January 2026, covering 4,020 billionaires from 2,914 companies across 73 countries, the first time the global count crossed 4,000.India:India ranked third globally with 308 billionaires (57 new entrants) after China and the USA, with their combined wealth estimated at around Rs 112 lakh crore.Women:China dominated self-made women billionaires with 75%, whileDiane Hendricks(78) of ABC Supply (USA) remained the world’s richest self-made woman for the fourth time with USD 24 billion, andAlice Walton(76) of Walmart was the richest woman globally with USD 119 billion.Richest women in India:Roshni Nadar Malhotra is therichest woman in Indiaand the first to enter the overall top three.
- Key points: Elon MuskUnited States of America (USA), CEO of Tesla and founder of SpaceX, retained the world’s richest person in the Hurun Global Rich List 2026 with a net worth of USD 792 billion (up 89%), becoming the first person to surpass USD 700 billion, followed byJeff Bezos(USA)(USD 300 billion) andLarry Page(USA) (USD 271 billion).
- Why it matters for TNPSC: International Relations (GS Paper 2). Bilateral and multilateral agreements.
9. Chile Becomes First Country in the Americas to Eliminate Leprosy: WHO
- What happened: Chile Becomes First Country in the Americas to Eliminate Leprosy: WHOIn March 2026, the World Health Organization(WHO), in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization(PAHO), officially verified thatChilehaseliminated leprosyas a public health problem.About Elimination of Leprosy:Milestone:With this milestone, Chile becomes the first country in the Americas and the second country globally afterJordanto achieve this recognition. WHO Criteria:The WHO defines leprosy elimination as a prevalence rate below 1 case per 10,000 population.
- Key details: Under the WHO Global Leprosy Strategy 2021–2030, transmission elimination is indicated by zero locally acquired cases for three consecutive years and no cases among children for five years.
- Key points: Chile is now the 61st country globally and the 6th in the Americas to eliminate at least one Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD). This supports PAHO’s Disease Elimination Initiative targeting over 30 communicable diseases by 2030.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: International Relations (GS Paper 2). Bilateral and multilateral agreements.
💰 Economy & Banking
10. SBI General Insurance Launches ‘Chuniye Bharosa, Apno Sa’ Campaign with Pankaj Tripathi as its Brand Ambassador
- What happened: SBI General Insurance Launches ‘Chuniye Bharosa, Apno Sa’ Campaign with Pankaj Tripathi as its Brand AmbassadorIn March 2026,SBI General InsuranceCompany Limited, one of India’s leading general insurance providers, launched an integrated brand campaign titled ‘Chuniye Bharosa, Apno Sa,’ positioning the insurer as a trusted family protector with a strong focus on health insurance. Objective:Through strong storytelling and continuous engagement initiatives, the campaign aims to enhance brand recall and reinforce SBI General Insurance’s reputation as a dependable provider of financial protection solutions.Promotional Film:As part of the campaign, the company released a health insurance promotional film featuring Pankaj Tripathi, portraying him as a dependable family member who expresses care through thoughtful everyday actions.Campaign Outreach:The integrated campaign will be promoted across multiple platforms, including Print, Television (TV), Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms, and social media channels.About SBI General Insurance:It was incorporated in 2009 and started operations in 2010.
- Key details: It is a joint venture(JV) between State Bank of India (SBI) and Napean Opportunities LLP and operates under the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI). The company is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
- Key points: As part of the campaign, the company appointed actorPankaj Tripathias its Brand Ambassador.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
11. Yes Bank Launched Exclusive Salary Account for Women
- What happened: Yes Bank Launched Exclusive Salary Account for WomenIn March 2026,Yes Bank Limited,launched an exclusive salary account‘YES Essence Women’s Salary Account’,designed to support the financial and lifestyle requirements of working women ahead of International Women’s Day (observed annually on March 08). Key Details:Key Benefits:The eligible account holders will avail certain benefits like: exclusive free locker facility for the 1st year, Rs 5 lakh top-up health cover complimentary for a year and annual preventive health check-up once a year.
- Key points: This newly launched account will offer a suite of specialised services spanning financial protection, preventive healthcare, lifestyle privileges, and wealth-creation on a unified platform.; In addition, the account will offer a complimentaryElegance Debit Cardwith 5% cashback worth up to Rs 6,0000 per year on select categories.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
12. Eligibility Criteria:
- What happened: Eligibility Criteria:In order to avail the exclusive benefits designed for working women, the candidate is required to be an Indian female resident; minimum 18 years of age.
- Key points: Also, she should be the primary account holder, which means she is the main legal owner and authorised user of the bank account.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
13. BEL Signs MoU with Bellatrix Aerospace to Develop VLEO Satellite Systems
- What happened: BEL Signs MoU with Bellatrix Aerospace to Develop VLEO Satellite SystemsIn March 2026, Bharat Electronics Limited(BEL), a state-run defence electronics company, signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)withBellatrix AerospacePrivate Limited, a space technology startup, to design, develop, manufacturesatellite systems and payloadsfor Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) operations. Key Outcomes of the Partnership:Scope:Under the MoU, the two organisations will develop integrated satellite solutions capable of supporting strategic defence and civilian space missions.Significance:The collaboration reflects India’s growing approach of combining public sector manufacturing capabilities with deep-tech startup innovation.About VLEO: It refers to orbital altitudes between 150 kilometres (km) and 450 km above Earth, enabling higher-resolution imaging, lower communication latency, and reduced launch costs, but requiring advanced propulsion systems to counter atmospheric drag.
- Key points: The MoU was exchanged between Rashmi Kathuria, General Manager(GM) of BEL, and Rohan M. Ganapathy, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Bellatrix Aerospace.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
14. AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
- What happened: AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
15. KV Subramanian becomes 1st Indian Economist to Win Chicago Alumni Award
- What happened: KV Subramanian becomes 1st Indian Economist to Win Chicago Alumni AwardIn March 2026,The University of Chicagohonoured eminent Indian economist Dr. Krishnamurthy Venkata(K.V.) Subramanianwith theAlumni Award for Professional Achievement,becoming the 1st Indian economist to receive this honor since it was established in 1941 About K.V.Surbramanian:Previous Role:Subramanian served as Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) to the Government of India (GoI) from 2018 to 2021.
- Key details: Later, he represented India as its Executive Director (ED) at the International Monetary Fund (IMF).Current Role:Currently, he is serving as a Professor of Finance at the Indian School of Business (ISB).Author:Apart from a career as distinguished economist, he also authored a book titled‘India@100’.
- Key points: Following this recognition, Subramanian is now among a distinguished group of recipients that includesat least 14and global leaders such as: Paul Samuelson, Gary Becker, Claudia Goldin, Carl Sagan, among others.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
16. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS
- What happened: APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS PresidentMurmuAppoints New Governors for 9 States and UTsOn March 6, 2026,DroupadiMurmu, the President of India, announced new appointments and transfers ofGovernors and Lieutenant Governorsacross 9 states and Union Territories (UTs).Key Highlights of the Reshuffle:Appointments:Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Syed Ata Hasnain was appointed as the Governor of Bihar, succeeding Arif Mohammed Khan. Transfers:R.N.
- Key details: Ravi, Governor of TN, was appointed as the Governor of WB following the resignation of Dr. C.V. Ananda Bose.
- Key points: Jishnu Dev Varma, currently serving as the Governor of Telangana and former Deputy Chief Minister (DyCM) of Tripura, has been appointed as the Governor of Maharashtra.; Shiv Pratap Shukla, currently serving as the Governor of Himachal Pradesh (HP), has been appointed as the Governor of Telangana.; Nand Kishore Yadav, former Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, was appointed as the Governor of Nagaland.; Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Governor of Kerala, will hold additional charge of TN temporarily.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
🏏 Sports
17. Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Unveils Logo of World’s First Franchise-Based Cycling League of India
- What happened: Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Unveils Logo of World’s First Franchise-Based Cycling League of IndiaIn March 2026, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) unveiled the logo of the Cycling League of India (CLI), the world’s first franchise-based road cycling league, aimed at strengthening India’s professional cycling ecosystem and promoting the sport across the country.Objective:The CLI aims to create a professional ecosystem that will nurture talent, attract global attention, and inspire young Indians to take up the sport. This aligns with the national vision of a fit and vibrant India.Franchises:The upcoming league will feature eight city or region-based franchises.
- Key details: Each franchise will comprise ten cyclists, creating a structured professional landscape.Composition:The team composition within each franchise will include two international riders to bring global expertise and competitiveness. It will also feature two junior cyclists to nurture emerging Indian talent and ensure long-term sustainability.Formats:The competitions will be conducted in three structured phases leading to a grand finale. Races will feature diverse formats, including criterium races, team time trials, and mass start events.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Sports Current Affairs. Awards and achievements of sportspersons.
📘 General Knowledge & Miscellaneous
18. International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness 2026 – March 5
- What happened: International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness 2026 – March 5The United Nations(UN’s) International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awarenessis annually observed across the world onMarch 5to raise public awareness particularly among youth, about disarmament and its role in promoting peace, preventing conflicts, and reducing the human suffering caused by weapons. Background:Declaration:The United Nations General Assembly(UNGA)declared 5 March as the International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness through Resolution A/RES/77/51 adopted on 7 December2022.1st Observance:The first International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness was observed on5 March 2023.Significance:The date coincides with the entry into force of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) on 5 March 1970.
- Key points: 5 March 2026 marks the4thobservance of the International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: General Knowledge. Important for TNPSC prelims.
📝 Practice Questions (MCQs)
Test your knowledge with these questions based on today’s current affairs:
Q1. Which of the following is related to: Union MinisterSarbanandaSonowalLays Foundation Stone for India’s First Riverine Lighthouses inGuwaha?
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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
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Answer: (c)
Explanation: Union MinisterSarbanandaSonowalLays Foundation Stone for India’s First Riverine Lighthouses inGuwahati, AssamOn March 5 2026, Union MinisterSarbanandaSonowal,Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways …
Q2. Which of the following is related to: IBM Launches Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center in Bengaluru to Boost Enterprise AI Development?
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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
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Answer: (c)
Explanation: IBM Launches Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center in Bengaluru to Boost Enterprise AI DevelopmentIn March 2026, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) launched its firstSangam Infrastruc…
Q3. Which of the following is related to: Ministry of Culture Launches Upgraded Version of Indian Culture Portal in New Delhi?
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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
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Answer: (c)
Explanation: Ministry of Culture Launches Upgraded Version of Indian Culture Portal in New DelhiIn March 2026,Vivek Aggarwal,Secretary of the Ministry of Culture, launchedVersion 2.0of theIndian Culture Portal(ICP…
Q4. Which of the following is related to: President Appoints Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari as Chief Justice of Madras HC?
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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
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Answer: (c)
Explanation: President Appoints Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari as Chief Justice of Madras HCIn March 2026,Droupadi Murmu, the President of India appointedJustice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikarias the Chief Just…
Q5. Which of the following is related to: Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)?
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Answer: (c)
Explanation: Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)…
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