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Current Affairs – 25 March 2026

World TB Day 2026

Why in News

World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2026 is observed globally on 24 March to raise awareness about tuberculosis prevention, treatment and elimination.

    Theme 2026

         • “Yes! We Can End TB”

Key Points

• The World Health Organization (WHO) has set a global target to eliminate TB by 2030 under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

• India aims to eliminate tuberculosis by 2025, which is five years ahead of the global SDG target of 2030.

Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026

NATIONAL

Why in News

The Union Government is set to introduce the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, which could significantly affect the leadership structure of India’s paramilitary forces.

The bill proposes to retain the dominance of Indian Police Service (IPS) officers in top positions in CAPFs, reversing earlier efforts aimed at reducing their deputation.

Key Proposal of the Bill

• The bill seeks to formalize the administrative control and leadership structure in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).

• It aims to ensure that IPS officers continue to occupy senior leadership positions in these forces.

• Currently, IPS officers are appointed on deputation to head CAPFs, and the proposed legislation intends to provide a clear legal framework for their continued leadership role.

   Forces Covered Under the Bill

  •  Border Security Force (BSF)
  •  Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
  •  Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
  •  Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
  •  Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)

   Earlier Supreme Court Observation

  •  The Supreme Court of India had earlier directed the government to gradually reduce the deputation of IPS officers in CAPFs, encouraging greater promotion opportunities for cadre officers within these forces.

   Reason Behind Government’s Proposal

  •  The government believes IPS officers bring administrative experience, leadership skills and coordination abilities from their roles in policing and governance.
  •  Placing IPS officers in senior positions is expected to improve coordination between central armed forces, state police and the central government.
Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

OPU–IVF–ET Technology in Sahiwal Cattle

NATIONAL

Why in News

For India’s livestock sector, the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) has successfully produced Sahiwal indigenous breed calves using advanced reproductive technology.

This achievement marks the first successful use of OPU–IVF–ET technology at IVRI, announced on 22 March 2026.

Key Highlights

• The technology was used to produce calves of the Sahiwal breed, one of India’s important indigenous dairy cattle breeds.

   What is OPU–IVF–ET Technology?

  •  OPU–IVF–ET is an advanced reproductive biotechnology used to improve animal genetics.
  •  OPU (Ovum Pick-Up): Eggs (oocytes) are collected from a donor animal.
  •  IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation): The collected eggs are fertilized with sperm in a laboratory.
  •  ET (Embryo Transfer): The developed embryo is transferred into a surrogate mother, which carries the pregnancy and gives birth to the calf.
Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

Kalpana Soren Receives Women Empowerment Trailblazer Award

NATIONAL

Why in News

Kalpana Soren, MLA from Gandey (Jharkhand), was honored with the Women Empowerment Trailblazer Award at the BRICS CCI WE Summit 2026 held in New Delhi.

The award recognizes her contribution to women-led development and grassroots empowerment.

    About BRICS CCI WE Summit 2026

  •  The BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) Women Empowerment (WE) Summit is an important international platform for dialogue on women’s leadership and development.
  •  It brings together policymakers, entrepreneurs and global leaders to discuss women empowerment, leadership and inclusive economic growth.
Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

GHADC Amendment on ST Certificate for Elections

NATIONAL

Why in News

The Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) in Meghalaya has passed an amendment making a Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificate mandatory to contest council elections.

The development was announced on 24 March 2026 by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma.

   What is the GHADC Amendment?

  •  The amendment introduces a new eligibility condition requiring candidates to belong to recognized Scheduled Tribes of Meghalaya.
  •  As a result, non-tribal residents, even if permanent inhabitants of the region, cannot contest GHADC elections.

   Reason Behind the Amendment

  •  In early March 2026, the issue of non-tribal participation in GHADC elections triggered tensions in the Garo Hills region.
  •  The controversy escalated when a non-tribal leader attempted to file a nomination, leading to protests by tribal groups demanding stricter eligibility rules.
  •  About Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution
  •  The Sixth Schedule provides for Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) in tribal areas of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram.
  •  These councils have powers to make laws on:

            1. Land and forest management

            2.  Tribal customs and traditions

             3. Local governance and administration

Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

Delhi Budget 2026–27

NATIONAL

Why in News

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta presented the Delhi Budget 2026–27 on 24 March 2026 with a total financial outlay of ₹1,03,700 crore.

The budget marks a 3.7% increase compared to the previous year.

Key Highlights

• The budget has been described as a “Green Budget” with a strong focus on environmental protection and pollution control.

• 21% of the total budget allocation has been dedicated to green initiatives.

• The initiatives aim to address rising air pollution and environmental challenges in the national capital.

Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

INS Taragiri (Project 17A Stealth Frigate)

NATIONAL

Why in News

The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Taragiri, a Project 17A stealth frigate, which will strengthen India’s maritime deterrence and indigenous shipbuilding capability.

It is the fourth stealth frigate under Project 17A, featuring improved stealth technology, advanced weapons and modern sensors.

  INS Taragiri

    Indigenous Capability

  •  The ship has more than 75% indigenous content.
  •  It has been built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL).
  •  The project involves a supply chain of over 200 MSMEs, supporting the Aatmanirbhar Bharat in Defence initiative.

   Weapons and Combat Systems

  •  Equipped with supersonic surface-to-surface missiles.
  •  Carries medium-range surface-to-air missiles.
  •  Includes a specialized Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) system.
  •  All systems are integrated through a modern Combat Management System (CMS).

   Propulsion System

  •  Uses a Combined Diesel or Gas (CODOG) propulsion system.
  •  This allows high speed and long endurance during missions.

Project 17A

• Project 17A is an Indian Navy programme to build seven advanced stealth guided-missile frigates.

• The frigates are named after major mountain ranges of India:

  1. INS Nilgiri
  2. INS Himgiri
  3. INS Udaygiri
  4. INS Taragiri
  5. INS Dunagiri
  6. INS Vindhyagiri
  7. INS Mahendragiri

   What is a Frigate?

  •  A frigate is a medium-sized, highly maneuverable warship designed for high-speed naval operations.
  •  It is mainly used for:
  1. Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW)
  2.  Anti-Air Warfare (AAW)
  3. Anti-Surface Warfare (ASuW)
  4. Escort missions for aircraft carriers or merchant convoys
Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

World Water Day Conclave 2026

NATIONAL

Why in News

The Ministry of Jal Shakti organised the World Water Day Conclave 2026 on the occasion of World Water Day (22 March 2026) under the theme “Industry for Water.”

The event highlighted a strategic shift toward a circular water economy.

Key Highlights

  Focus on Circular Water Economy

  •  The conclave emphasized the concept of a circular water economy, which replaces the traditional “take–use–discard” model.
  •  It treats wastewater as a valuable and finite resource.
  •  The approach promotes Reduce, Reuse and Recycle of water resources.

   World Water Day

     About

  •  World Water Day is observed every year on 22 March by the United Nations.
  •  The day aims to highlight the importance of freshwater resources and promote sustainable water management.

    Theme 2026

  •  “Water and Gender”
  •  Campaign slogan: “Where water flows, equality grows.”
Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

Bharat Electricity Summit 2026

NATIONAL

Why in News

The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 was held in New Delhi under the theme “Electrifying Growth, Empowering Sustainability, Connecting Globally.”

The summit highlighted India’s transition from power scarcity to a renewable-led energy surplus and showcased a projected investment potential of ₹50 lakh crore in the power sector by 2032.

    About the Summit

  •  The summit acts as a global platform to support India’s transition toward a resilient and low-carbon energy ecosystem.
  •  It brought together over 25,000 participants and representatives from more than 80 countries.
  •  The event highlighted India’s growing role as a hub for international energy cooperation and investment.
Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

UN IGME Report 2025 – Levels and Trends in Child Mortality

INTERNATIONAL

Why in News

The United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation (UN IGME) released its 2025 report titled “Levels and Trends in Child Mortality.”

The report highlights a slowdown in global progress in child survival since 2015, while recognising India as a leading global exemplar for reducing child mortality rates.

Key Highlights of the UN IGME 2025 Report

   Global Burden

  •  Around 4.9 million children died before the age of five in 2024, including 2.3 million newborns.
  •  Additionally, about 2.1 million children and youth aged 5–24 years died in 2024.

   Regional Concentration

  • • Sub-Saharan Africa accounted for 58% of global under-five deaths.
  • • Southern Asia accounted for about 25% of these deaths.

    Deceleration in Progress

  •  Global under-five mortality has declined by more than half since 2000.
  •  However, the rate of progress has slowed by more than 60% since 2015.

   Malnutrition Findings

     • For the first time, the report included malnutrition as a direct cause of death.

     • Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) caused over 100,000 deaths (around 5%) among children aged 1–59 months.

   Major Causes of Child Death

    Newborns (0–28 days)
       • Preterm birth complications: 36%
       • Complications during labour and delivery: 21%

   Children (1–59 months)
       • Major causes include pneumonia, diarrhoea and malaria.

India’s Performance – A Global Exemplar

  Under-Five Mortality Rate (U5MR)
     • Declined 79% from 127 deaths per 1,000 live births in 1990 to 27 in 2024.

  Neonatal Mortality Rate (NMR)
     • Reduced 70% from 57 per 1,000 live births in 1990 to 17 in 2024.

  Infant Mortality Rate (IMR)
      • Declined to about 23.3 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2024.

Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

BIHAR NEWS

Nalanda International Literary Festival 2026

NATIONAL

Why in the news?

❖ The Nalanda International Literary Festival 2026 is being held from 12–14 March at the Rajgir International Convention Centre in Rajgir.

Key Highlights

  ❖ Participation:

  •  Writers, scholars, journalists, academics and cultural personalities from India and other countries are participating.
  •  Discussions will cover topics such as literature, history, philosophy, society, cinema and technology.

  ❖ Organised by:

  • The festival is presented by the Aamatya Foundation at the Rajgir International Convention Centre.

  ❖ Theme:

  •  “Reimagining India: From Vishva Bandhu to Vishva Guru.”
Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

BIHAR NEWS

Green Cover in Bihar Rises to 15.5%

NATIONAL

Why in the news?

❖ Shravan Kumar, Rural Development Minister of Bihar, stated that the Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali Campaign has significantly improved environmental protection in the state.

Key highlights

❖ Under the campaign, about 212.5 million (21.25 crore) saplings have been planted.

❖ As a result, Bihar’s green cover has increased to 15.5%, with a target of 17% by 2028.

❖ During the financial year 2025–26, around 33.8 million (3.38 crore) saplings have already been planted.

   Bihar’s Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali Campaign

  •  It is a major climate-resilience initiative launched in 2019 by the Government of Bihar under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
  •  The campaign focuses on environmental conservation and climate change resilience.
  •  Achievements include:
  1. Increase in green cover from about 9% to around 16%.
  2. Revival and protection of water bodies.
  3. Mapping of more than 550 rivers and about 1.06 lakh ponds.
  4. Promotion of large-scale plantation drives and rooftop rainwater harvesting.
Exam Relevance:

UPSC/BPSC

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