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Current Affairs 13th March 2026
Important Dams
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Hirakud Dam= Odisha
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Srisailam Dam= Krishna River
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Nagarjunasagar Dam= Telangana
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Mattur Dam= Karnataka
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Sardar Sarovar Dam= Gujarat
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Idukki Dam= Kerala
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Farakka Dam= West Bengal
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Rana Pratap Sagar Dam= Chambal River
1. Parthanil Ghosh appointed MD & CEO of HDFC ERGO
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Leadership Transition: Ghosh succeeds Ritesh Kumar, who led the company for 15 years and is transitioning to a role within the Fairfax Group.
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Internal Promotion: Parthanil was previously the President of Retail Business, bringing extensive experience in the general insurance sector.
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Strategic Focus: His appointment aims to maintain HDFC ERGO’s position as a top private-sector player in the non-life insurance market.
Footnotes: HDFC ERGO's Previous MD: Anuj Tyagi, HQ: Mumbai,
2. India’s First Microalgae-Based "PureAir" Tower in Delhi
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Biological Filtration: Unlike traditional smog towers, this uses microalgae to capture carbon dioxide and release oxygen through photosynthesis.
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Efficiency: It is designed to handle high-density pollutants and provides a more sustainable, "green" alternative to mechanical filters.
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Pilot Phase: Deployed in New Delhi to combat the city’s persistent air quality challenges and serve as a model for urban air purification.
3. Launch of Bharat Tex 2026
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Global Platform: Union Minister Giriraj Singh launched the event to position India as a global textile powerhouse.
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5F Vision: The initiative aligns with the "Farm to Fiber to Factory to Fashion to Foreign" strategy.
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Investment Goal: Aimed at attracting international brands and showcasing India's sustainable manufacturing capabilities.
4. NITI Aayog’s Fiscal Health Index 2026
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State Ranking: The index evaluates states based on fiscal deficit, tax revenue growth, and debt-to-GSDP ratios.
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Economic Stability: It provides a data-driven roadmap for states to improve their financial management and creditworthiness.
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Transparency: Designed to encourage competitive federalism by highlighting states with the most sustainable fiscal policies.
Footnotes: NITI Aayog’s CEO: IAS Nidhi Chhibber, HQ: New Delhi, Estd: 2015
5. Sumit Antil Wins Gold at World Para Athletics Grand Prix
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Javelin Dominance: The Paralympic champion secured the Gold medal, continuing his winning streak in the F64 category.
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World Ranking: This victory solidifies his position as the world number one heading into major upcoming championships.
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Consistency: Antil continues to push the boundaries of para-athletics, often nearing his own world record marks during competition.
6. Dr. Partha Biswas Joins NCSC
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Constitutional Role: Dr. Biswas has officially assumed charge as a Member of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC).
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Advocacy: His role involves investigating and monitoring matters relating to the safeguards provided for Scheduled Castes in India.
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Implementation: He will be key in overseeing the effective implementation of welfare schemes and legal protections for marginalized communities.
Footnotes: NCSC's CEO: Richard Horne, HQ: London, Estd: 2016
7. SBI & MUFG Bank (Japan) Partnership
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Strategic Ties: State Bank of India and Japan's MUFG Bank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost India–Japan financial corridors.
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Corporate Support: The deal focuses on assisting Japanese companies looking to invest in India and Indian firms expanding into Japan.
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Digital Innovation: Both banks will collaborate on supply chain financing and digital banking solutions for cross-border trade.
Footnotes: SBI's Chairman: C. Sreenivasulu Setty, HQ: Mumbai, Estd: 1955
8. KSRTC Wins National Award for "Dhwani Spandana"
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Innovative Feedback: The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) won for its AI-based grievance redressal system.
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Public Service: "Dhwani Spandana" allows passengers to voice concerns through a simplified, responsive digital platform.
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Modernization: This award recognizes KSRTC’s shift toward technology-driven governance in public transportation.
Footnotes: KSRTC's MD: V. Anbukumar, HQ: Bengaluru, Estd: 1948
WHAT HAPPENNED TODAY?
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1781 – Discovery of Uranus
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William Herschel discovered the planet Uranus, the first planet discovered using a telescope.
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