3 March 2024 : Latest Current Affairs 3rd March
Important Current Affairs 3rd March 2024
In this article, we will discuss all the Current Affairs of 3rd March including national, international, banking, finance, sports, awards, and many others. So if you are interested to know about the latest 3rd March 2024 current affairs then read this article till the end.
Current Affairs of 3rd March – National News
1. India Unveils 21-Ft Maharana Pratap Statue
◉ An important occasion for Hyderabad was the presentation of a 21-foot statue of Maharana Pratap at the Begum Bazar Maharana Pratap Chowk.
◉ This statue, the biggest of its kind in the city, embodies the spirit of the great Rajput warrior for future generations and is a monument to his lasting legacy.
◉ over three months, artist Sunder Singh expertly crafted the magnificent monument, which stands at a remarkable two tonnes and is full of detailed details.
2. Dharmendra Pradhan Initiates ODISERV Project For the Graduates of Odisha
◉ In Sambalpur, Odisha, Project ODISERV was officially launched by Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, signaling a major advancement in preparing recent graduates for career prospects in the financial services industry.
◉ The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Bajaj Finserv partnership seeks to transform skill development in Odisha and throughout India.
◉ Project ODISERV’s 100-hour training program attempts to give Odisha’s young the necessary skills for the insurance, banking, and finance sectors.
3. Heroes of the Frontline Power Sector To Be Honored by Central Electricity Authority
◉ The Ministry of Power’s Central Electricity Authority (CEA) is getting ready to hold the fourth “Lineman Diwas” in New Delhi on March 4, 2024.
◉ This yearly event honors the unwavering commitment and service of linemen and ground maintenance personnel, who are essential to India’s electrical distribution system.
◉ This year’s event is being held in association with Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd (Tata Power-DDL), with the theme “Seva, Suraksha, Swabhiman” serving as an homage to the selfless contribution of linemen across the country.
4. PM Modi Opens Rs. 7,200 Crore West Bengal Projects
◉ In Arambagh, Hooghly, West Bengal, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi devoted himself to the country and laid the groundwork for several development projects valued at Rs 7,200 crore.
◉ The development projects are related to industries such as wastewater treatment, oil pipelines, ports, rail, and LPG supply.
◉ Infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and empowerment are given top priority in these programs to improve economic growth and quality of life.
5. PM Offers The Nation A Gift From The HURL Sindri Fertilizer Plant
◉ In Sindri, Dhanbad, Jharkhand, PM Modi dedicated the Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Ltd. (HURL) Sindri Fertilizer Plant.
◉ HURL, an initiative including PSUs such as NTPC, IOCL, CIL, and FCIL/HFCL, is a cooperative endeavor to promote economic expansion and self-sufficiency.
◉ With an investment of Rs. 8939.25 crore, the state-of-the-art gas-based Sindri Plant was established. This demonstrates the strategic collaborations and investments that are essential to achieving national goals.
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Banking
6. Financial Intelligence Unit Fines Paytm Payments Bank ₹5.49 Crore
◉ Paytm Payments Bank Ltd. has been fined ₹5.49 crore by the Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) for breaking the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
◉ After receiving specific evidence about illicit activity from law enforcement agencies, FIU-IND began reviewing Paytm Payments Bank Ltd.
◉ The bank’s facilitation of unlawful enterprises, such as online gambling, and improper treatment of the money obtained from these ventures are the reasons for the fines.
Science
7. Indian Researchers Use Banana Fibers to Make Eco-Friendly Wound Dressings
◉ Researchers at the Institute for Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST) turn pseudo stems from bananas into a sustainable material for treating wounds.
◉ The team, led by Professors Devasish Chowdhury and (Retd) Rajlakshmi Devi, combined banana fibers with guar gum and chitosan to create a strong, antioxidant-rich patch.
◉ This creative method demonstrates the potential advantages of sustainable wound care solutions by repurposing agricultural waste.
8. L&T Commissions First Indigenously Manufactured Hydrogen Electrolyser At Hazira By commissioning its first electrolyzer produced domestically at the Green Hydrogen Plant in Hazira, Gujarat, L&T has accomplished a significant clean energy milestone.
◉ With this, L&T Electrolysers Limited enters the domestic electrolyzer manufacturing market, demonstrating the company’s commitment to providing environmentally friendly energy solutions.
◉ It has a strong 1 MW power capacity, with the option to expand to 2 MW. It also has an Electrolyser Processing Unit (EPU) ML-400, two stacks, and is locally built and assembled.
Books & Authors
9. The book “FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023” was released by Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.
◉ Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik unveiled the coffee table book “FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023” in a momentous celebration of culture and sports.
◉ The book, which was published by Sportstar, The Hindu Group’s prestigious sports magazine, captures the spirit and intensity of the 15th FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup, which took place in 2023.
◉ Odisha hosted the FIH Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 in two fantastic locations: Bhubaneswar and Rourkela. It was a historic occasion for the state.
Important day
10. 2024’s World Wildlife Day
◉ Every year on March 3, the globe observes Globe Wildlife Day, which serves as a poignant reminder of how vital it is to save the earth’s plant and animal life.
◉ This year’s topic, “Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation,” highlights the importance of digital innovation in wildlife conservation in 2024.
◉ The idea for World Wildlife Day originated with a 2013 UN General Assembly petition from Thailand.
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