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03 Mar 2026

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World Wildlife Day 2026 observed on 3 March

World Wildlife Day 2026 is observed on 3 March by the United Nations to protect wild animals, plants, and biodiversity. This year’s theme highlights the role of medicinal and aromatic plants in healthcare, heritage, and livelihoods. The day underscores the need to safeguard ecosystems amid habitat loss and climate change, and to combat wildlife crime. It also marks the anniversary of the CITES treaty, signed on 3 March 1973, regulating international trade in endangered species. Governments, communities, and scientists emphasize conservation actions, sustainable use of natural resources, and awareness campaigns to protect biodiversity for present and future generations across nations.

World Wildlife Day observed on 3 March 2026.
Theme focuses on medicinal and aromatic plants and livelihoods.
Emphasizes biodiversity protection amid habitat loss and climate change.
CITES anniversary marked (signed 3 March 1973).
Calls for conservation actions and sustainable resource use.

Debrigarh to host second Indian Bison Fest on 8 March

Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary will host the second Indian Bison Fest on 8 March at Zeropoint, highlighting conservation of the gaur, locally known as gaurs. Organised by the Hirakud Wildlife Division, the two-day festival aims to bring together students, researchers, volunteers, and nature enthusiasts to celebrate the growing gaur population in the Debrigarh–Hirakud landscape. This year’s edition introduces night camping for a more immersive experience, with expert talks on gaur behavior, habitat ecology, wildlife film screenings, and guided gaur safari. The festival seeks to raise awareness and support for gaur conservation and habitat protection.

Second Indian Bison Fest on 8 March at Zeropoint.
Organised by Hirakud Wildlife Division.
Includes night camping, talks, film screenings, and safaris.
Focus on conservation of gaur in Debrigarh–Hirakud landscape.
Aims to engage students, researchers, and volunteers.

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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

India to host Bharat Steel 2026 summit in New Delhi from 16 April

India will host the Bharat Steel 2026 summit in New Delhi from 16 April 2026. The two-day event will bring together leaders from steel, technology, mining, and trading companies to discuss the next-generation steel ecosystem. External Affairs Ministry Secretary Sudhakar Dalela described the summit as a global platform for policy-business dialogue to shape the steel sector’s future. The event aims to promote sustainable industrial growth and showcase India’s growing strength in steel to international partners. Organisers expect government and industry to exchange ideas on capacity expansion, technology adoption, and green steel initiatives, with policy-makers, executives, and investors in attendance.

Bharat Steel 2026 summit to be held in New Delhi from 16 April 2026.
Two-day event bringing together steel, tech, mining, and trading leaders.
Described as a global policy-business platform by Sudhakar Dalela.
Focus on sustainable growth, capacity expansion, and green steel.
Expected high-level participation from government and industry.

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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Micron opens largest semiconductor clean room in Gujarat

Micron Technology began operations at its Sanand Advanced Memory Packaging facility in Gujarat, marking a milestone in India's semiconductor mission. The $2.7 billion Phase-1 and Phase-2 project includes a 500,000 square-foot raised-floor semiconductor clean room, the largest of its kind globally. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the facility, which hosts India's first advanced memory Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging (ATMP) site. The company shipped its first DRAM module to Dell Technologies, signaling India's entry into high-end semiconductor assembly. The Sanand plant is expected to create skilled jobs and strengthen local supply chains, with phased expansions planned as part of India's broader electronics manufacturing push.

Micron inaugurates Sanand memory ATMP site; large-scale semiconductor facility.
Clean room spans about 500,000 sq ft; among the world’s largest.
Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
First DRAM module shipped to Dell Technologies.
Total planned investment around $2.7 billion.

Micron Gujarat plant marked as historic milestone for memory chips

Micron Technology inaugurated India’s first advanced memory ATMP site in Sanand, Gujarat. The event, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, underscores India's push into high-end electronics manufacturing. Phase-1 and Phase-2 investments totaling about $2.7 billion support memory chip ecosystem growth. The plant’s memory-module assembly, testing, marking and packaging capabilities place India on the global map for DRAM supply. Dell Technologies has already received the first DRAM module from the plant. The project aims to generate high-skilled employment, strengthen domestic semiconductor ecosystems, and attract further foreign investment into India’s tech sector.

Historic inauguration of India’s first advanced memory ATMP site in Gujarat.
PM Modi present at the launch; signals national focus on semiconductors.
Total investments around $2.7 billion across phases.
Memory-assembly capabilities position India in DRAM supply chains.
Dell received the first DRAM module from the plant.

Scientists trace Earth’s first animals to 541 million-year-old rocks

Scientists traced Earth’s earliest animals to rocks dating back 541 million years, pushing back the timeline of complex life. The study suggests soft-bodied sea sponges among the first animals. MIT researchers analysed Precambrian rocks and detected chemical fossils known as steranes, indicating early eukaryotic life. The findings, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, show that molecular traces from sterols existed long before the Cambrian explosion. The results illuminate early life’s evolution and support theories about early animal lineages in the oceans. The research involved interdisciplinary teams and could influence future discoveries in paleobiology and planetary science globally.

Earliest animals traced to 541 million-year-old rocks.
Soft-bodied sponges proposed among the first animals.
MIT analysis found sterane chemical fossils in Precambrian rocks.
Findings published in PNAS; predates Cambrian explosion.
Interdisciplinary work may influence future paleobiology studies.

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SPORTS

Alyssa Healy retires after 158 in final ODI for Australia

Australian captain Alyssa Healy delivered a spectacular 158 off 98 balls in Hobart, guiding Australia to 409/7 and a 185-run victory over India. The innings capped a fearless, high-impact career as Healy retires from all forms of cricket after this match. India were bowled out for 224 in 45.1 overs, concluding a memorable farewell for a world-class batter. Healy’s aggressive top-order approach and consistency defined her ODI tenure, influencing how teams build their middle-order strategies. Her farewell was celebrated by teammates and fans as a defining moment in women’s cricket for Australia.

Healy scored 158 off 98 balls in Hobart.
Australia posted 409/7; defeated India by 185 runs.
This was Healy’s final ODI; retiring from all formats.
India dismissed for 224 in 45.1 overs.
Healy’s impact shaped modern women’s ODI batting.

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DEFENCE

B.P. Singh takes charge as DG Naval Armament at Naval HQ

Shri B.P. Singh took charge as Director General of Naval Armament (DGONA) at the Naval Headquarters in New Delhi on 1 March 2026. A senior officer from the 1994 batch of the Indian Naval Armament Service, he succeeds Shri Divakar Jayant, who retired on 28 February 2026. With more than three decades of experience in naval armament management, procurement, and logistics, Singh will oversee weapon systems and ammunition logistics across the Indian Navy. The DGONA role is crucial for maintaining operational readiness and modernization. His appointment marks a leadership transition amid ongoing defense modernization and a focus on indigenization of naval capabilities.

B. P. Singh assumed DGONA role on 1 March 2026.
Succeeds Divakar Jayant, retired 28 February 2026.
1994 INAS batch; over 30 years of experience.
Oversees naval weapon systems and ammunition logistics.
Marks leadership transition in naval armament organization.

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PERSONS IN NEWS

K. P. Unnikrishnan, former Union Minister, dies at 89

K. P. Unnikrishnan, former Union Minister and six-time Member of Parliament from Vadakara, died in Kozhikode, Kerala, in the early hours of Tuesday, 3 March 2026. He was 89 and had been treated for age-related ailments at a private hospital. Unnikrishnan entered Lok Sabha in 1971 and represented Vadakara six times: 1971, 1977, 1980, 1984, 1989, and 1991. He served on the Public Accounts Committee from 1980 to 1982 and led Congress (Secular) in Parliament from 1981 to 1984. His long career reflected strong grassroots support in northern Kerala and underscored his influence in national politics during the 1980s and 1990s.

K. P. Unnikrishnan dies at age 89 on 3 March 2026.
Six-time MP from Vadakara; first elected in 1971.
Served on Public Accounts Committee (1980–1982).
Led Congress (Secular) in Parliament (1981–1984).
Noted for strong grassroots support in northern Kerala.

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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES

Maharashtra launches Divyang Sahayak Portal for disability welfare

Maharashtra state government launched the Divyang Sahayak Portal, described as India's first fully integrated online platform for disability welfare schemes. Announced in February 2026, the portal removes paperwork and in-person visits for persons with disabilities. It enables online applications, real-time progress tracking, automatic approvals for eligible schemes, and AI-based grievance redressal. The initiative aims to strengthen the implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and to deliver benefits faster and more transparently. The Divyang Sahayak Portal serves as a one-stop digital platform for persons with disabilities in Maharashtra, allowing citizens to search, apply for, and track welfare schemes without remembering scheme names. Demographic data are used to suggest eligible options.

Maharashtra launched Divyang Sahayak Portal; India’s first integrated online disability-welfare platform.
Announced in February 2026; eliminates paperwork and mandatory in-person visits.
Features online applications, real-time tracking, automatic scheme approvals, AI grievances.
Aims to strengthen implementation of Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
Uses demographic data to suggest eligible schemes.

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General Awareness

Daily G.K. - Top Stories

03 Mar 2026

DAILY G.K. TEST

ENVIRONMENT

World Wildlife Day 2026 observed on 3 March

Debrigarh to host second Indian Bison Fest on 8 March

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

India to host Bharat Steel 2026 summit in New Delhi from 16 April

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Micron opens largest semiconductor clean room in Gujarat

Micron Gujarat plant marked as historic milestone for memory chips

Scientists trace Earth’s first animals to 541 million-year-old rocks

SPORTS

Alyssa Healy retires after 158 in final ODI for Australia

DEFENCE

B.P. Singh takes charge as DG Naval Armament at Naval HQ

PERSONS IN NEWS

K. P. Unnikrishnan, former Union Minister, dies at 89

GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES

Maharashtra launches Divyang Sahayak Portal for disability welfare

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