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Daily Current Affairs 10th March 2026 Daily GK Update
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National News
Karnataka Launches ₹100 Crore ‘Chief Minister’s Krishi Vistara’ Scheme
- The Karnataka government has launched the ‘Chief Minister’s Krishi Vistara’ Scheme in the Karnataka Budget 2026–27 to help increase farmers’ income.
- The scheme has an outlay of ₹100 crore for three years and aims to strengthen post-harvest activities and market linkages for farmers.
About Karnataka
- Capital – Bengaluru
- Chief Minister –Siddaramaiah
- Deputy Chief Minister – DK Shivakumar
- Governor – Thawar Chand Gehlot
Sarbananda Sonowal Lays Foundation for India’s First Riverine Lighthouses on the Brahmaputra River
- Sarbananda Sonowal laid the foundation stones for India’s first riverine lighthouses from Lachit Ghat along the Brahmaputra River (National Waterway 2).
- Four lighthouses will be built at Pandu, Silghat, Biswanath Ghat, and Bogibeel, enabling 24-hour navigation on inland waterways and improving river transport safety.
- The ₹84 crore project is a joint initiative of the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships and the Inland Waterways Authority of India, with 20-metre tall solar-powered lighthouses also planned as tourism landmarks.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Launches Phase-2 of ‘Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect Programme’ in Delhi
- The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports launched the second phase of the ‘Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect Programme’ in Delhi to strengthen youth engagement with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
- The programme is organised through Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) and will see participation from over 10,000 students from more than 35 colleges across the national capital through dialogues, interactive sessions, and engagement activities.
- The initiative has already reached 274 universities and colleges across 22 States and Union Territories, mobilising nearly 20,000 youth, with participation facilitated through the MY Bharat digital platform.
Ministry of Panchayati Raj Launches ‘Say No To Proxy Sarpanch’ Campaign to Empower Women Leaders in Panchayats
- Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched a nationwide social media campaign “Say No To Proxy Sarpanch” to stop the practice of male relatives exercising power on behalf of elected women sarpanches.
- The campaign targets the issue of “Sarpanch Pati”, where husbands or male relatives take decisions instead of elected women representatives in village governance.
- The initiative was launched around International Women’s Day and aims to empower women leaders and strengthen democratic participation in Panchayati Raj institutions.
Banking And Financial News
Bank of Baroda Raises ₹10,000 Crore Through India’s First Domestic Green Infrastructure Bond Issue
- Bank of Baroda raised ₹10,000 crore by issuing Series I Long-Term Green Infrastructure Bonds, becoming the first bank in India to issue a domestic Green Infrastructure Bond.
- The bond issue received strong investor demand with bids worth ₹16,415 crore, over three times the base issue size of ₹5,000 crore, and was priced at a 7.10% coupon rate.
- According to Debadatta Chand, the funds will support green and sustainable infrastructure projects, strengthening India’s ESG-focused financing and clean growth transition.
About Bank of Baroda (BOB)
- Founded – 1908
- Headquarters – Vadodara, Gujarat
- MD & CEO – Debadatta Chand
- Tagline – India’s International Bank
L&T Finance Ltd. Launches ‘Spoorthi’ Programme to Empower Women Entrepreneurs
- L&T Finance Ltd. launched the ‘Spoorthi’ programme on the occasion of International Women’s Day to empower women entrepreneurs by providing financial support.
- The initiative offers Home Loans and Loan Against Property (LAP) to women who are individually or jointly running businesses, helping them purchase property or expand their businesses.
- Under the Spoorthi programme, benefits include home loan and LAP tenors up to 25 years, industrial LAP up to 12 years, and relaxed eligibility norms with higher debt-to-income ratios to improve financial access.
DEG and Citigroup Provide $76 Million Co-Financing to Shriram Finance Ltd to Boost Inclusive and Green Financing in India
- DEG and Citigroup have announced a $76-million co-financing package for Shriram Finance Ltd to promote economic inclusion, rural development, and climate-aligned mobility across India.
- Under the financing arrangement, DEG will provide a €40 million loan (about $46 million) while Citi will extend a ₹260 crore loan, with Citi acting as the lead arranger and coordinator of the deal.
- The funds will support MSMEs, electric vehicle (EV) financing, women borrowers, and underserved customers, helping expand access to formal credit in India.
Appointment News
Dr Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi Reappointed as Drugs Controller General of India
- Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi has been reappointed as the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) with approval from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.
- He will continue to serve at the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), the national regulatory body for pharmaceuticals and medical devices in India.
- The DCGI heads CDSCO and is responsible for ensuring drug quality, approving new drugs, and regulating clinical trials across India.
Bhavitha Mandava Becomes First Indian House Ambassador for Chanel
- Bhavitha Mandava became the first Indian House Ambassador for Chanel, marking a major milestone for Indian representation in global luxury fashion.
- She also made history as the first Indian model to open a Chanel fashion show in New York City.
- Bhavitha Mandava studied architecture at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University before beginning her successful career in international modelling.
Recent Brand Ambassador
- Sania Mirza – The Derma Company
- Sachin Tendulkar – Global Champion for Road Safety by the United Nations
- Shikhar Dhawan – Delhi Khel Mahakumbh 2026
- A R Rahman – DAC Developers
- MS Dhoni – Goodwill Ambassador for Pune Grand Tour 2026
- Amitabh Bachchan – Reliance Campa Sure Packaged Water
RM Nachammai Becomes First Woman At Helm Of Functional Nuclear Power Plant
- RM Nachammai became the first woman Chief Superintendent of a functional nuclear power plant under Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited.
- She has taken charge of Units 3 and 4 at Kaiga Generating Station, overseeing operations, maintenance, and engineering support of the reactors.
- Her appointment marks a major milestone for women’s leadership in India’s nuclear energy sector as the country aims to reach 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047.
Sports News
LeBron James Breaks National Basketball Association All-Time Field Goal Record
- LeBron James broke the all-time field goal record in the National Basketball Association, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
- James achieved 15,838 career field goals in his 23rd NBA season, overtaking Abdul-Jabbar’s previous record of 15,837 field goals set during his 20-year NBA career.
Smriti Mandhana Becomes First Cricketer to Get Her Own Barbie Doll by Mattel Ahead of International Women’s Day
- Smriti Mandhana became the first cricketer to receive her own Barbie doll, recognising her achievements and influence in women’s cricket.
- The doll was created by Mattel as part of its initiative to celebrate inspiring and trailblazing women across different fields.
- The announcement was made ahead of International Women’s Day, highlighting Mandhana’s role as a global role model encouraging young girls to pursue sports.
Important Days
Amit Shah Addresses 57th Raising Day of Central Industrial Security Force at Mundali
- Amit Shah addressed the 57th Raising Day ceremony of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) at Mundali.
- CISF Raising Day is celebrated on March 10 every year to mark the establishment of the force in 1969, under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- CISF provides security to airports and key installations across India, and has also been designated as the nodal agency for drone security and port security in the country.
Obituary News
G. George, Hero of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965, Passes Away at 95
- G. George, a hero of the Indo‑Pakistani War of 1965 and recipient of the Vir Chakra, passed away at the age of 95 in Kottayam, Kerala.
- He served in the Indian Army Corps of Signals, which is responsible for maintaining secure and reliable battlefield communication during military operations.
- During the 1965 war, George was honoured for his bravery and dedication in maintaining crucial communication lines despite heavy enemy attacks.
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