Current Affairs Quiz 16th March 2026 Quiz

Exp. Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav Launches Dedicated AYUSH Store on Zepto

Prataprao Jadhav inaugurated a dedicated AYUSH Store on the Zepto platform to boost the digital reach of traditional wellness products.

The initiative is a collaboration between the AYUSH Export Promotion Council (AYUSHEXCIL) and Zepto to enhance the accessibility of authentic AYUSH products for consumers.

The storefront features a curated range of traditional Indian wellness products, making them easily discoverable through Zepto’s digital platform and delivery network.

Exp. V.O. Chidambaranar Port Launches India’s First Digital Twin Platform for Smart Port Management

1. O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has become the first port in India to launch a Digital Twin initiative for advanced and technology-driven port management.

The Digital Twin system creates a real-time replica of port infrastructure and operations, using technologies like IoT, GPS, LiDAR, drones, and CCTV to improve monitoring, predictive maintenance, and operational efficiency.

Exp. India Launches First Integrated Life-Cycle Support Model for Persons with Hearing Impairment

The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has partnered with the “Coalition of the Willing” to support persons with hearing impairment.

The initiative aims to create India’s first integrated life-cycle support model, providing assistance from early intervention and education to skilling, employment and social inclusion.

The coalition includes organisations such as Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre (ISLRTC), Yunikee, Blee Tech Innovations, TEACH, WinVinaya Foundation, Buddy4Study India Foundation and VCrop Technologies to develop innovative accessibility and empowerment solutions.

Exp. Oil India Ltd Signs MoU with NSTFDC to Strengthen Healthcare in Tribal Areas

Oil India Limited signed an MoU with National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC), a Section 8 company under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in Noida.

Under the agreement, Oil India Limited has sanctioned ₹86.27 lakh to strengthen healthcare facilities at Community Health Centres (CHCs) and Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, an Aspirational District.

The initiative aims to improve access to quality healthcare for tribal and underserved communities by providing ambulances, diagnostic equipment, and advanced life-support systems.

Exp. WHO Foundation and Novo Nordisk Partner to Combat Childhood Obesity in India

The WHO Foundation and Novo Nordisk have partnered to raise awareness and strengthen prevention efforts against childhood obesity in India.

The initiative will support a scalable school-based health programme and improve health-system readiness to address obesity through early risk identification, physical activity promotion, and healthier early-life environments.

The collaboration is part of Novo Nordisk’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative and aims to reduce obesity-related risks such as cardiovascular diseases and type-2 diabetes highlighted by the World Health Organization.

Exp. CRISIL Forecasts 7.1% Economic Growth for India in FY27 Amid Global Trade and West Asia Risks

CRISIL has projected 7.1% economic growth for India in FY2026–27, driven mainly by strong private consumption and a gradual rise in private investment.

The outlook report titled “India Outlook: Wading through Squally Waters” states that India’s economy continues to show strong resilience despite global economic turbulence.

Exp. India to Host 2027 Asia Cup Archery Second Leg in Delhi After 22 Years

India will host the second leg of the Asia Cup Archery in 2027 in Delhi, marking the return of a major international archery event after 22 years.

India last hosted a major international archery tournament when the Asian Archery Championships were held in Delhi in 2005.

The decision was finalised after a meeting between Kazi Rajib Uddin Ahmed Chapol and Virendra Sachdeva regarding upcoming international archery events.

Exp. 12 March 2026 – World Kidney Day

World Kidney Day 2026 was observed on 12 March 2026 (the second Thursday of March) to raise global awareness about kidney health and the prevention of kidney diseases.

The theme for 2026 is “Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet.”

It was first launched in 2006 as a joint initiative of the International Society of Nephrology and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations to promote global awareness about kidney health.

Exp. Vinay Muralidhar Tonse Appointed MD & CEO-Designate of Yes Bank

Vinay Muralidhar Tonse has joined Yes Bank as Managing Director (MD) and CEO-designate, with his appointment approved by the Reserve Bank of India.

He has been appointed for a three-year term and will officially take charge on 6 April 2026, succeeding Prashant Kumar as the bank’s CEO.

Prior to this role, Tonse served as Managing Director at State Bank of India, India’s largest public sector bank.

Exp. PM Modi Releases 22nd Instalment of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi from Guwahati

PM Narendra Modi released the 22nd instalment of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi from Guwahati, Assam.

Around ₹18,640 crore was transferred through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to nearly 9.32 crore farmers directly into their bank accounts.

With this instalment, the total amount transferred under PM-KISAN exceeded ₹4.27 lakh crore, while more than ₹4.09 lakh crore had already been distributed earlier.

Exp. India Launches Indigenous Small Modular Reactors Under ₹20,000 Crore Nuclear Energy Mission

Under the Nuclear Energy Mission, the Government has allocated ₹20,000 crore for the research, design, development, and deployment of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) in India.

The Department of Atomic Energy is developing indigenous reactors including 220 MWe Bharat Small Modular Reactor (BSMR-200), 55 MWe SMR-55, and a High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactor (HTGCR) for hydrogen generation.

The lead units of BSMR-200 and SMR-55 are proposed to be set up at Tarapur Atomic Power Station, while the HTGCR will be built at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in Visakhapatnam.

According to Jitendra Singh, India aims to expand its nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2047, up from the current 8.78 GW, under the long-term nuclear energy roadmap.

Q.12. How many research and development projects for 6G technology have been approved by the Government under the Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) scheme?

टेलीकॉम टेक्नोलॉजी डेवलपमेंट फंड (TTDF) योजना के तहत सरकार ने 6G तकनीक के लिए कितने अनुसंधान एवं विकास परियोजनाओं को मंजूरी दी है?

(a) 84

(b) 94

(c) 104

(d) 114

(e) 124

Exp. Government Approves 104 Projects Worth ₹271 Crore to Boost 6G Research in India

The Government has approved 104 research and development projects worth ₹271 crore for 6G technology under the Telecom Technology Development Fund.

The Bharat 6G Vision Document has been released, outlining the roadmap for research, development, spectrum planning, and deployment of 6G services in India.

According to Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, 5G services have already been rolled out in all states and UTs, covering 99.9% of districts with over 5.23 lakh 5G base stations installed nationwide.

Q.13. Which scheme has been extended to mustard procurement by the Central Government in Madhya Pradesh?

केंद्र सरकार ने मध्य प्रदेश में सरसों की खरीद के लिए किस योजना का विस्तार किया है?

(a) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)

(b) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)

(c) Market Intervention Scheme (MIS)

(d) Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojana (BBY)

(e) Price Support Scheme (PSS)

Exp. Centre Approves Extension of Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojana for Mustard Procurement in Madhya Pradesh

The Central Government has approved a proposal by the Madhya Pradesh government to extend the Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojana to mustard procurement, after its use for soybean in 2025.

The scheme compensates farmers when market prices fall below government benchmark levels, helping protect them from price volatility while allowing sales in the open market.

Q.14. Which organisation facilitated the first export consignment of GI-tagged Joha Rice from Assam to Europe?

असम से यूरोप को GI-टैग वाले जोहा चावल के पहले निर्यात को किस संगठन ने सुगम बनाया?

(a) Food Corporation of India

(b) NABARD

(c) Agricultural Marketing Board

(d) APEDA

(e) NAFED

Exp. GI-Tagged Joha Rice Exported from Assam to Europe for the First Time

Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority facilitated the first export consignment of GI-tagged Joha Rice from Assam to Europe.

The shipment included 25 metric tonnes of Joha rice, exported to the United Kingdom and Italy.

Q.15. Which edtech company has collaborated with Mission Karmayogi to upskill civil servants and government officials in India?

भारत में सिविल सेवकों और सरकारी अधिकारियों को कौशल उन्नयन देने के लिए मिशन कर्मयोगी के साथ किस एडटेक कंपनी ने सहयोग किया है?

(a) Ambitious Baba

(b) Byju’s

(c) Unacademy

(d) Coursera

(e) Khan Academy

Exp. Coursera Partners with Mission Karmayogi to Upskill Civil Servants

Coursera has collaborated with Mission Karmayogi to upskill civil servants and government officials in India.

Under the partnership, training will be delivered through the iGOT platform, which is part of the government’s capacity-building initiative.

The collaboration will offer a curated set of courses focused on advanced competencies and professional skills for civil servants and public sector officials.