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Operation Brahma
- The Government of India sent 15 tons of relief material to the people of Myanmar affected by a devastating earthquake under Operation Brahma.
- On March 28, 2025, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand, causing massive destruction. At least 1,002 people were killed, and over 2,400 people were injured.
Various Operations of the Government of India and Their Objectives:
| Operation Name | Objective/Focus Area | Year/Context |
| Operation Ganga | Evacuation of Indian citizens stranded during the Ukraine-Russia war | 2022 |
| Operation Devi Shakti | Evacuation of Indians and Afghan nationals after Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan | 2021 |
| Operation Maitri | Earthquake relief and rescue operation in Nepal | 2015 |
| Operation Karuna | Relief material for flood victims in Kenya | 2024 |
| Operation Dost | Relief assistance to earthquake victims in Türkiye and Syria | 2023 |
Sourcex India 2025: Third Edition
- The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, organized the third edition of Sourcex India 2025 at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi, from March 26 to 28, 2025.
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Indian Ports Bill, 2025
- The Indian Ports Bill, 2025 was introduced in the Lok Sabha on March 28, 2025.
- Its primary objective is to strengthen port-related laws in India and promote integrated port development.
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2025 Likely to Be the Hottest Year for India
- On March 28, 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted that 2025 could be the hottest year for India.
- According to meteorologists, if the number of heatwave days doubles, it could lead to a further rise in temperature.
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Kosi-Mechi Interstate Link Project
- The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved the inclusion of the Kosi-Mechi Interstate Link Project in Bihar under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana-Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (PMKSY-AIBP).
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Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme
- The Central Government approved the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme worth ₹22,919 crore to make India's electronics supply chain self-reliant.
- The scheme was approved during the Union Cabinet meeting on March 28, 2025, aiming to boost the production of electronic components in the country.
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Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS) on Fertilizers
- On March 28, 2025, the Central Government approved the Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for phosphatic and potassic (P&K) fertilizers for the kharif season.
- Under this decision, the government proposed a subsidy of ₹37,216.15 crore, which will be applicable from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025.
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Dearness Allowance (DA) for Central Government Employees
- On March 28, 2025, the Union Cabinet approved a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees.
- With this increase, the DA will rise from 53% to 55% under the 7th Pay Commission.
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State Special
'Viksit Bharat Yuva Sansad Mahotsav'
- The state-level 'Viksit Bharat Yuva Sansad Mahotsav' was held in Lucknow on March 28-29, 2025, aiming to engage youth in policymaking.
- The festival was organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
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MoU Between UPSIDA and IIT Kanpur
- On March 27, 2025, the Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Authority (UPSIDA) signed a significant MoU with IIT Kanpur.
- The objective of this agreement is to transform Uttar Pradesh into an innovation-driven industrial state.
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International news
President of Chile
- Gabriel Boric Font, the President of Chile, will be on a visit to India from April 1 to 5, 2025.
- This will be his first visit to India, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and discussing key international issues.
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Defense News
Bilateral Naval Exercise "Indra 2025"
- India and Russia began a six-day bilateral naval exercise called "Indra 2025" off the coast of Chennai from 28 March to 2 April 2025.
- The Russian Navy ships include Pechanga, Rezkiy, and Aldar Tsydenzhapov, while from the Indian Navy side, INS Rana, INS Kuthar, and P-81 maritime patrol aircraft are participating.
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Economy and Banking
ATM Withdrawal Charges
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has increased the maximum ATM withdrawal fee to ₹23 from May 1, 2025.
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Art and Culture
Partial Solar Eclipse
- The first partial solar eclipse of the year occurred on March 29, 2025, but it was not visible in India.
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Sports News
Senior Asian Wrestling Championship 2025
- Indian wrestlers won one silver and two bronze medals at the Senior Asian Wrestling Championship 2025 held in Amman, Jordan.
- Ritika won silver while Muskan and Mansi Lather won bronze medals.
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Person In News
Poet Bhawani Prasad Mishra
- Famous Hindi poet Bhawani Prasad Mishra was born on this day, March 29.
- There is a difference in different sources about his birth year; according to some it is 1913, while according to others it is 1914. He was born in Tigaria village of Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh.
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