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MOHFL Signs USD 100 Million NCD Deal with ADB to Boost Affordable Housing in IndiaIn March 2026, Motilal Oswal Home Finance Limited (MOHFL) signed a USD 100 million debt financing agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) to expand affordable housing finance in India.Key Details of Deal:Purpose: The funds will be raised as Indian Rupee (INR)-equivalent debt and will mainly be used to provide affordable housing loans to women borrowers, particularly in underserved Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities and emerging towns.Green Housing Allocation: Around 10% of the proceeds will be utilised to finance the construction of green-certified residential housing units, promoting environmentally sustainable building practices.Significance: This strategic partnership will help MoHFL expand affordable housing finance in underserved and emerging towns across India.
MOHFL Signs USD 100 Million NCD Deal with ADB to Boost Affordable Housing in IndiaIn March 2026, Motilal Oswal Home Finance Limited (MOHFL) signed a USD 100 million debt financing agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) to expand affordable housing finance in India.Key Details of Deal:Purpose: The funds will be raised as Indian Rupee (INR)-equivalent debt and will mainly be used to provide affordable housing loans to women borrowers, particularly in underserved Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities and emerging towns.Green Housing Allocation: Around 10% of the proceeds will be utilised to finance the construction of green-certified residential housing units, promoting environmentally sustainable building practices.Significance: This strategic partnership will help MoHFL expand affordable housing finance in underserved and emerging towns across India.
MOHFL Signs USD 100 Million NCD Deal with ADB to Boost Affordable Housing in IndiaIn March 2026, Motilal Oswal Home Finance Limited (MOHFL) signed a USD 100 million debt financing agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) through Non-Convertibl...
SEBI Deploys in-house AI System ‘Sudarshan’, Removes over 1.2 Lakh Misleading Finfluencers ClaimsIn March 2026, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has deployed an in-house Artificial Intelligence (AI) system named ‘Sudarshan ’ to strengthen digital monitoring of financial content across online platforms.The AI-based system has so far facilitated the removal of more than 1.20 lakh misleading social media posts shared by unregistered financial influencers.Key Features:AI-Based Monitoring: The AI system scans and keeps track of large volumes of audio, video, and text context across various digital platforms.Detection of Violations: It also enables the regulatory body to monitor patterns which indicate any unregistered advisory activity and misleading claims, enabling faster identification of potential breaches of securities norms.
SEBI Deploys in-house AI System ‘Sudarshan’, Removes over 1.2 Lakh Misleading Finfluencers ClaimsIn March 2026, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has deployed an in-house Artificial Intelligence (AI) system named ‘Sudarshan ’ to strengthen digital monitoring of financial content across online platforms.The AI-based system has so far facilitated the removal of more than 1.20 lakh misleading social media posts shared by unregistered financial influencers.Key Features:AI-Based Monitoring: The AI system scans and keeps track of large volumes of audio, video, and text context across various digital platforms.Detection of Violations: It also enables the regulatory body to monitor patterns which indicate any unregistered advisory activity and misleading claims, enabling faster identification of potential breaches of securities norms.
SEBI Deploys in-house AI System ‘Sudarshan’, Removes over 1.2 Lakh Misleading Finfluencers ClaimsIn March 2026, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has deployed an in-house Artificial Intelligence (AI) system named ‘Sudarshan ’ to stren...
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UN Report: Women Hold Only 64% of Legal Rights GloballyIn March 2026, the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General released a report titled “Ensuring and Strengthening Access to Justice for All Women and Girls”, revealing that women worldwide hold only 64% of the legal rights of men in nearly 70% of countries surveyed, resulting in pervasive discrimination and social exclusion.Key Findings of the Report:Violence: In 54% of countries, rape is not legally defined based on consent, while digital violence against women and girls is increasing with limited accountability for perpetrators.Marriage: National laws in nearly three out of four countries still permit girls to be forced into marriage.Pay: In 44% of countries, laws do not mandate equal remuneration for work of equal value, allowing legal gender pay disparities.Equality: According to the report, no country in the world has yet achieved full legal equality between women and men.
UN Report: Women Hold Only 64% of Legal Rights GloballyIn March 2026, the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General released a report titled “Ensuring and Strengthening Access to Justice for All Women and Girls”, revealing that women worldwide hold only 64% of the legal rights of men in nearly 70% of countries surveyed, resulting in pervasive discrimination and social exclusion.Key Findings of the Report:Violence: In 54% of countries, rape is not legally defined based on consent, while digital violence against women and girls is increasing with limited accountability for perpetrators.Marriage: National laws in nearly three out of four countries still permit girls to be forced into marriage.Pay: In 44% of countries, laws do not mandate equal remuneration for work of equal value, allowing legal gender pay disparities.Equality: According to the report, no country in the world has yet achieved full legal equality between women and men.
UN Report: Women Hold Only 64% of Legal Rights GloballyIn March 2026, the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General released a report titled “Ensuring and Strengthening Access to Justice for All Women and Girls”, revealing that women worldwide hold only ...
Pondicherry University Signs MoU with CCPD to Advance Disability Rights and InclusionIn March 2026, Pondicherry University (PU), Puducherry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD), under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE) to strengthen institutional ties in the domains of disability rights, accessibility, and inclusive education.Key Details of MoU:Objective: The MoU aims to advance accessibility and inclusion for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in higher education through joint research, internships, academic exchanges, capacity building, conferences, and structured academic engagement in disability rights and policy.Support: Pondicherry University promotes inclusive education through free education and fee waivers for PwD students, the Higher Education for Persons with Special Needs (HEPSN) unit, and specialized programmes such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Disability Rehabilitation and Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) coaching.Significance: The MoU will promote accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in Indian educational institutions.
Pondicherry University Signs MoU with CCPD to Advance Disability Rights and InclusionIn March 2026, Pondicherry University (PU), Puducherry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD), under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE) to strengthen institutional ties in the domains of disability rights, accessibility, and inclusive education.Key Details of MoU:Objective: The MoU aims to advance accessibility and inclusion for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in higher education through joint research, internships, academic exchanges, capacity building, conferences, and structured academic engagement in disability rights and policy.Support: Pondicherry University promotes inclusive education through free education and fee waivers for PwD students, the Higher Education for Persons with Special Needs (HEPSN) unit, and specialized programmes such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Disability Rehabilitation and Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) coaching.Significance: The MoU will promote accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in Indian educational institutions.
Pondicherry University Signs MoU with CCPD to Advance Disability Rights and InclusionIn March 2026, Pondicherry University (PU), Puducherry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabil...
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Indian Army and Ladakh Administration Sign MoU for Wildlife and Ecology ProtectionOn 3rd March 2026, the Indian Army’s (IA’s) Fire and Fury Corps (14 Corps) and the Forest, Ecology and Environment Department of the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Leh, Ladakh, on the occasion of World Wildlife Day (3 March 2026).The agreement aims to preserve the fragile high-altitude ecology and conserve iconic wildlife species under the framework of the Global Snow Leopard and Ecosystem Protection (GSLEP) programme.About Ladakh Wildlife Conservation MoU:Species: The initiative prioritizes protection of key species including Snow Leopard, Himalayan Wolf, Bharal (Blue Sheep), Ibex, Himalayan Marmot, and Black-necked Crane across the cold desert ecosystem of Ladakh.Cell: A joint Snow Leopard Conservation Cell (SLCC) will be established to monitor endangered species, coordinate conservation efforts, and support research-based wildlife protection.Key Role: The IA will integrate eco-friendly practices such as waste management, afforestation, water conservation, and protection of flora and fauna while safeguarding borders in high-altitude regions.GSLEP: It is an international partnership of 12 snow leopard range countries established to achieve the goals of the Bishkek Declaration on Snow Leopard Conservation.
Indian Army and Ladakh Administration Sign MoU for Wildlife and Ecology ProtectionOn 3rd March 2026, the Indian Army’s (IA’s) Fire and Fury Corps (14 Corps) and the Forest, Ecology and Environment Department of the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Leh, Ladakh, on the occasion of World Wildlife Day (3 March 2026).The agreement aims to preserve the fragile high-altitude ecology and conserve iconic wildlife species under the framework of the Global Snow Leopard and Ecosystem Protection (GSLEP) programme.About Ladakh Wildlife Conservation MoU:Species: The initiative prioritizes protection of key species including Snow Leopard, Himalayan Wolf, Bharal (Blue Sheep), Ibex, Himalayan Marmot, and Black-necked Crane across the cold desert ecosystem of Ladakh.Cell: A joint Snow Leopard Conservation Cell (SLCC) will be established to monitor endangered species, coordinate conservation efforts, and support research-based wildlife protection.Key Role: The IA will integrate eco-friendly practices such as waste management, afforestation, water conservation, and protection of flora and fauna while safeguarding borders in high-altitude regions.GSLEP: It is an international partnership of 12 snow leopard range countries established to achieve the goals of the Bishkek Declaration on Snow Leopard Conservation.
Indian Army and Ladakh Administration Sign MoU for Wildlife and Ecology ProtectionOn 3rd March 2026, the Indian Army’s (IA’s) Fire and Fury Corps (14 Corps) and the Forest, Ecology and Environment Department of the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh sign...
MoC&F Observes ‘Janaushadhi Saptah 2026’ from March 1 to 7, 2026The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers (MoC&F) is observing ‘Janaushadhi Saptah 2026’ from 1 to 7 March 2026 to promote awareness about the affordability and quality of generic medicines under Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP).The week-long campaign will conclude with the observance of the 8th Janaushadhi Diwas on 7 March 2026.About Janaushadhi Saptah 2026:Organiser: The event is being organised by the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI) under the Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP), MoC&F.Theme: The theme for 2026 is “जन औषधि सस्ती भी, भरोसेमंद भी, सेहत की बात, बचत के साथ” (Jan Aushadhi – affordable and trustworthy, good health with savings).Event: During the observance, several activities including health camps, awareness programmes, pamphlet distribution, and outreach campaigns were organised.Network: Under PMBJP, over 18,000 PM Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJKs) are operational across India, with a target to expand to 25,000 by 31 March 2027 to strengthen last-mile access to affordable medicines.
MoC&F Observes ‘Janaushadhi Saptah 2026’ from March 1 to 7, 2026The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers (MoC&F) is observing ‘Janaushadhi Saptah 2026’ from 1 to 7 March 2026 to promote awareness about the affordability and quality of generic medicines under Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP).The week-long campaign will conclude with the observance of the 8th Janaushadhi Diwas on 7 March 2026.About Janaushadhi Saptah 2026:Organiser: The event is being organised by the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI) under the Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP), MoC&F.Theme: The theme for 2026 is “जन औषधि सस्ती भी, भरोसेमंद भी, सेहत की बात, बचत के साथ” (Jan Aushadhi – affordable and trustworthy, good health with savings).Event: During the observance, several activities including health camps, awareness programmes, pamphlet distribution, and outreach campaigns were organised.Network: Under PMBJP, over 18,000 PM Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJKs) are operational across India, with a target to expand to 25,000 by 31 March 2027 to strengthen last-mile access to affordable medicines.
MoC&F Observes ‘Janaushadhi Saptah 2026’ from March 1 to 7, 2026The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers (MoC&F) is observing ‘Janaushadhi Saptah 2026’ from 1 to 7 March 2026 to promote awareness about the affordability and quality of generic medici...
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Union Minister Amit Shah Launches 4 Digital tools and mascots ‘Pragati’ & Vikas’ for Census-2027 in New DelhiIn March 2026, Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), soft-launched four digital tools and formally unveiled the mascots “Pragati” (female) and “Vikas” (male) for Census-2027 in New Delhi, Delhi.The event marks a key milestone in preparations for India’s first fully digital census.Launch of Mascots and Digital Tools:Mascots: The mascots Pragati and Vikas represent the equal participation of women and men in achieving India’s national mission of becoming a developed nation by 2047.Digital Tools: The four newly launched soft digital tools: Houselisting Block Creator (HLBC) Web Application(app), House Listing Officer (HLO) Mobile App, Self-Enumeration (SE) Portal, and Census Management and Monitoring System (CMMS) Portal, are designed to facilitate and streamline enumeration operations throughout India.They have been developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), the premier R&D organization under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Union Minister Amit Shah Launches 4 Digital tools and mascots ‘Pragati’ & Vikas’ for Census-2027 in New DelhiIn March 2026, Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), soft-launched four digital tools and formally unveiled the mascots “Pragati” (female) and “Vikas” (male) for Census-2027 in New Delhi, Delhi.The event marks a key milestone in preparations for India’s first fully digital census.Launch of Mascots and Digital Tools:Mascots: The mascots Pragati and Vikas represent the equal participation of women and men in achieving India’s national mission of becoming a developed nation by 2047.Digital Tools: The four newly launched soft digital tools: Houselisting Block Creator (HLBC) Web Application(app), House Listing Officer (HLO) Mobile App, Self-Enumeration (SE) Portal, and Census Management and Monitoring System (CMMS) Portal, are designed to facilitate and streamline enumeration operations throughout India.They have been developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), the premier R&D organization under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Union Minister Amit Shah Launches 4 Digital tools and mascots ‘Pragati’ & Vikas’ for Census-2027 in New DelhiIn March 2026, Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), soft-launched four digital tools and formally unveiled the mascots “...
National Security Day 2026 – March 4 National Security Day (NSD), also known as Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas, is observed across India every year on 4 March to honor and express gratitude to the Indian security forces including the Police, Military, Paramilitary forces, Guards, Commandos, and all personnel dedicated to safeguarding the nation and ensuring the safety of its citizens.The first NSD in India was observed on March 4, 1972.About National Security Council (NSC) of India:Establishment: The National Security Council (NSC) was established on 19 November 1998 by former Prime Minister (PM) Atal Bihari Vajpayee as a federal institutional and consultative body for national security decision-making.Structure: The NSC is chaired by the PM with the National Security Advisor (NSA) serving as Secretary and operates as a three-tier system within the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).
National Security Day 2026 – March 4 National Security Day (NSD), also known as Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas, is observed across India every year on 4 March to honor and express gratitude to the Indian security forces including the Police, Military, Paramilitary forces, Guards, Commandos, and all personnel dedicated to safeguarding the nation and ensuring the safety of its citizens.The first NSD in India was observed on March 4, 1972.About National Security Council (NSC) of India:Establishment: The National Security Council (NSC) was established on 19 November 1998 by former Prime Minister (PM) Atal Bihari Vajpayee as a federal institutional and consultative body for national security decision-making.Structure: The NSC is chaired by the PM with the National Security Advisor (NSA) serving as Secretary and operates as a three-tier system within the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).
National Security Day 2026 – March 4 National Security Day (NSD), also known as Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas, is observed across India every year on 4 March to honor and express gratitude to the Indian security forces including the Police, Military, Para...
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World Hearing Day 2026 – March 3World Hearing Day (WHD), observed annually across the globe on March 3, raises awareness about hearing loss and promotes ear and hearing care, serving as a call to action to tackle related challenges.March 3, 2026 marks the observance of the 20th WHD.2026 Theme: The World Health Organization (WHO) sets the official theme for WHD, which this year is “From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children”.Background:Beijing Declaration : The First International Conference on Prevention and Rehabilitation of Hearing Loss in Beijing (China) adopted the Beijing Declaration, leading to the creation of International Ear Care Day to promote global hearing care.First Observation: The inaugural International Ear Care Day was held on 3rd March 2007, with the date chosen because the numbers 3 and 3 resemble the shape of ears.Renaming : In 2016, the day was renamed World Hearing Day to reflect its broader mission of raising awareness about hearing loss.
World Hearing Day 2026 – March 3World Hearing Day (WHD), observed annually across the globe on March 3, raises awareness about hearing loss and promotes ear and hearing care, serving as a call to action to tackle related challenges.March 3, 2026 marks the observance of the 20th WHD.2026 Theme: The World Health Organization (WHO) sets the official theme for WHD, which this year is “From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children”.Background:Beijing Declaration : The First International Conference on Prevention and Rehabilitation of Hearing Loss in Beijing (China) adopted the Beijing Declaration, leading to the creation of International Ear Care Day to promote global hearing care.First Observation: The inaugural International Ear Care Day was held on 3rd March 2007, with the date chosen because the numbers 3 and 3 resemble the shape of ears.Renaming : In 2016, the day was renamed World Hearing Day to reflect its broader mission of raising awareness about hearing loss.
World Hearing Day 2026 – March 3World Hearing Day (WHD), observed annually across the globe on March 3, raises awareness about hearing loss and promotes ear and hearing care, serving as a call to action to tackle related challenges.March 3, 2026 mark...
World Wildlife Day 2026 – March 3 The United Nations (UN’s) World Wildlife Day (WWD) is observed annually on 3rd March to honor and raise awareness about the world’s wild fauna (animals) and flora (plants). It highlights the importance of wildlife conservation and its vital role in sustaining ecosystems.2026 Theme: “Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods”.Background:Declaration: On 20th December 2013, during its 68th session, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed 3rd March as WWD through Resolution 68/205.First Observance: The first-ever WWD was celebrated globally on March 3, 2014.Significance: March 3rd was selected to mark the adoption of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in 1973.Implementation: The CITES Secretariat, in collaboration with relevant UN organizations, coordinates and supports the implementation of WWD worldwide.
World Wildlife Day 2026 – March 3 The United Nations (UN’s) World Wildlife Day (WWD) is observed annually on 3rd March to honor and raise awareness about the world’s wild fauna (animals) and flora (plants). It highlights the importance of wildlife conservation and its vital role in sustaining ecosystems.2026 Theme: “Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods”.Background:Declaration: On 20th December 2013, during its 68th session, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed 3rd March as WWD through Resolution 68/205.First Observance: The first-ever WWD was celebrated globally on March 3, 2014.Significance: March 3rd was selected to mark the adoption of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in 1973.Implementation: The CITES Secretariat, in collaboration with relevant UN organizations, coordinates and supports the implementation of WWD worldwide.
World Wildlife Day 2026 – March 3 The United Nations (UN’s) World Wildlife Day (WWD) is observed annually on 3rd March to honor and raise awareness about the world’s wild fauna (animals) and flora (plants). It highlights the importance of wildlife co...
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