Daily Current Affairs 11th March 2025: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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International News
Mark Carney Appointed as Canada’s New Liberal Party Leader and Prime Minister
- Mark Carney, a former central banker, has been named Canada’s new Prime Minister and Leader of the Liberal Party, succeeding Justin Trudeau.
- He secured victory in the leadership race with 85.9% of the votes, signifying a new political phase for the Liberal Party.
- His leadership agenda will focus on restoring public confidence and tackling challenges linked to U.S. President Donald Trump.
- With the general elections approaching, Carney aims to reshape the party’s image and rebuild voter trust.
National News
Madhav National Park Declared as India’s 58th Tiger Reserve
- Madhav National Park in Madhya Pradesh was officially designated as India’s 58th Tiger Reserve by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav.
- With this addition, Madhya Pradesh further cements its title as the ‘Tiger State’, now housing a total of nine tiger reserves.
- The reserve is situated in Shivpuri district, within the Gwalior-Chambal region, and comprises dry deciduous forests, grasslands, and water bodies, creating an ideal ecosystem for tigers and diverse wildlife.
- This recognition is a significant step toward enhancing India’s biodiversity protection and wildlife conservation efforts.
Defence News
Indian Army Contingent Departs for Joint Special Forces Exercise ‘Khanjar-XII’ with Kyrgyzstan
- The 12th edition of the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise ‘KHANJAR-XII’ will be conducted in Kyrgyzstan from March 10 to March 23, 2025.
- Since its launch in 2011, ‘KHANJAR’ has evolved into an annual training event.
- The exercise alternates between India and Kyrgyzstan, showcasing the strategic depth and strengthening the defence cooperation between the two nations.
Business News
Salman Khan Joins GRM for Wheat Flour Campaign
- GRM Overseas Limited has launched a marketing campaign for its 10X Classic Chakki Fresh Atta, featuring Bollywood star Salman Khan as the brand ambassador.
- The campaign, titled “Better Half Ki Better Choice”, emphasizes the quality, hygiene, and nutritional value of the wheat flour.
- The campaign aims to encourage consumers to choose branded packaged wheat flour over traditional unpackaged options.
- The tagline “10 Ka Dum” reinforces the product’s strength and superior quality.
Saina Nehwal Becomes Strategic Investor & Brand Ambassador for Naarica
- Saina Nehwal, former World No.1 badminton player, has partnered with Naarica, a menstrual hygiene brand, as a strategic investor and brand ambassador.
- Her association aims to promote high-quality, sustainable menstrual hygiene solutions.
- Nearly 50% of menstruating women in India lack access to proper sanitary products.
- Naarica is focused on eco-friendly, reusable, and scientifically developed solutions to bridge this gap.
Banking News
Bank of Baroda Launches ‘bob Global Women NRE & NRO Savings Account’ for Women NRIs
- Bank of Baroda (BoB) has become the first public sector bank to launch an exclusive NRE & NRO savings account for women NRIs.
- Benefits of the account include:
- A customized debit card with zero issuance charges.
- Free airport lounge access.
- Lower interest rates on home and auto loans.
- 100% concession on locker rent.
- BoB has also enhanced its ‘bob Premium NRE & NRO Savings Account’ to offer better customer experience and upgraded features.
RBI Holds 29th Standing Advisory Committee Meeting on MSME Credit Flow
- The Reserve Bank of India conducted its 29th Meeting of the Standing Advisory Committee in Ahmedabad, chaired by Deputy Governor Swaminathan J.
- The discussions focused on:
- Enhancing institutional credit support for MSMEs.
- Addressing financial challenges faced by small businesses.
- Implementing digital lending solutions to improve accessibility.
- Alternative credit assessment models for transparency and fair lending practices.
Appointment News
Vikas Kaushal Appointed as CMD of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited
- Vikas Kaushal has been appointed as the Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of HPCL for a five-year tenure.
- He replaces Rajneesh Narang, who was serving as the interim CMD since September 1, 2024.
- With over three decades of experience in energy, oil & gas, and power sectors, Kaushal has led major digital and strategic transformations in the industry.
Summits & Conferences News
Union Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates GRIDCON 2025
- Union Minister Manohar Lal, alongside MoS Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, inaugurated GRIDCON 2025 at IICC, Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi.
- Organized by POWERGRID in collaboration with CIGRE India, the event runs from March 9-11, 2025.
- The conference focuses on India’s power grid development and renewable energy innovations.
Schemes News
PM Internship Scheme 2025 Launched
- Offers 1,25,000 internships with a ₹5000 monthly stipend for young professionals aged 21-24 years.
- Applications are open until March 12, 2025.
Rank & Report News
Muslim Literacy Rate Rises by 9.4% Over a Decade
- The literacy rate among Muslims in India increased to 79.5% from 68.5% and 59.1% (Census 2001).
Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 Introduced in Parliament
- The bill aims to replace outdated laws, strengthen national security, and introduce stricter regulations for foreign nationals.
Sports News
Sunil Chhetri Returns to Indian Football at 40
- Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri has revoked his retirement decision and rejoined the national team at 40.
- He had earlier retired in June 2024 after playing a World Cup qualifier against Kuwait.
- He remains India’s all-time leading goal scorer.
Harry Brook Withdraws from IPL 2025, Faces Possible Two-Year Ban
- England cricketer Harry Brook has pulled out of the IPL 2025 season for the second consecutive year.
- He was bought by Delhi Capitals (DC) for ₹6.25 crores in the auction.
- Under the BCCI’s new rules, he could face a two-year ban from future IPL editions.
Science & Technology News
Government Launches AI Kosha to Boost AI Development
- AI Kosha is a non-personal data repository designed to facilitate AI model development.
- It contains 316 datasets, focusing on Indian languages to support translation tools for linguistic inclusivity.
- The project is part of the ₹10,370 crore IndiaAI Mission.
- India has expanded its AI compute infrastructure, commissioning 14,000 GPUs, up from 10,000, with further expansions planned quarterly.
Obituaries News
Former Minister Ananta Das Passes Away at 85
- Ananta Das, former Minister of Higher Education & Industries and senior BJD leader, passed away at 85 in Bhubaneswar due to age-related ailments.
