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1. AIIMS and ISRO sign historic MoU to advance space medicine research in India
- On March 9, 2026, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing research in space medicine. The MoU was signed between M Srinivas, Director (AIIMS), New Delhi, and Dinesh Kumar Singh, Director, Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC), ISRO.
- According to the release, this collaboration establishes a cooperative framework for ground-based and space-based research in Space Medicine, covering areas such as human physiology, cardiovascular and autonomic regulation, musculoskeletal health in microgravity, microbiome and immunology, genomics and biomarkers, and behavioural health.
- According to the release, this partnership marks a significant step toward strengthening India's capabilities in human spaceflight and biomedical research, contributing to the nation's scientific aspirations as India progresses toward its centenary in 2047 and the broader vision of Viksit Bharat. (ANI)
2. IIT-G partners with UK institute to strengthen AI use in healthcare
- On 8 March 2026, IIT Guwahati announced a partnership with a UK-based research institute to strengthen artificial intelligence applications in healthcare. The collaboration was formalized in Guwahati, Assam, focusing on advancing AI-driven medical technologies and solutions.
- The partnership involves IIT Guwahati researchers and experts from the UK institute. They will collaborate through joint research projects, knowledge exchange programs, and the development of AI models to improve diagnostics, treatment planning, and healthcare management using advanced technology.
- The collaboration aims to enhance predictive analytics, medical imaging, and personalized treatment strategies. Funding and technical support will be provided by both institutions, with pilot projects planned in hospitals and clinical settings to test AI healthcare solutions.
3. Indonesia inks deal to buy BrahMos missiles from India amid defence push
- Indonesia has entered an agreement with India to procure the BrahMos missile system, its defence ministry spokesperson Rico Ricardo Sirait on March 9, 2026.
- In 2023, BrahMos, a company co-owned by the Indian and Russian governments, told Reuters it was in advanced discussions with Jakarta on a deal worth $200 million to $350 million.
- This deal highlights growing defence cooperation between India and Southeast Asia.
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4. झारखंड में 647 स्वास्थ्य केंद्रों को मिलेगा भवन, कई हेल्थ सेंटर होंगे अपग्रेड; केंद्र ने जारी किए ₹516 करोड़
- 9 मार्च 2026 को प्रधानमंत्री की मंजूरी के बाद, झारखंड सरकार ने 15वीं वित्त आयोग के तहत स्वास्थ्य योजनाओं में बदलाव लागू किए। यह निर्णय राज्य के विभिन्न स्वास्थ्य केंद्रों और अस्पतालों में सुधार के लिए किया गया।
- झारखंड राज्य सरकार ने केन्द्र की मंजूरी के साथ यह बदलाव लागू किया। योजनाओं के तहत स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं की पहुंच बढ़ाने और लोगों को बेहतर चिकित्सा सुविधा देने के लिए डिजिटल और फंड ट्रांसफर सिस्टम का इस्तेमाल किया गया।
- 15वीं वित्त आयोग की सिफारिशों के अनुसार, योजनाओं में बजट आवंटन बढ़ाया गया है। इसमें मातृ एवं शिशु स्वास्थ्य, अस्पताल इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर, और आपातकालीन सेवाओं की गुणवत्ता सुधारने के लिए अलग-अलग मॉड्यूल और निगरानी प्रणाली शामिल हैं।
5. India's finished steel exports jump 36.6% in April-February
- India's finished steel exports climbed 36.6% year-on-year to 6.02 million metric tons in the first 11 months of the financial year, according to provisional government data reviewed by Reuters on March 9, 2026.
- Indian steel producers and exporters achieved export growth by increasing shipments to major global markets, supported by competitive pricing, improved production capacity, and stronger demand from regions such as Europe and West Asia.
- The surge in exports highlights India’s growing position in the global steel trade, with higher production and export volumes helping offset domestic market fluctuations and strengthening the country’s steel industry performance during the financial year.
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6. 20 लाख घरों तक पहुंचेगा हाई-स्पीड इंटरनेट, एक लाख युवाओं को मिलेगा रोजगार
- 9 मार्च, 2026 में, उत्तर प्रदेश सरकार ने “डिजिटल गंगा” परियोजना के तहत राज्य के गांवों में हाई-स्पीड इंटरनेट पहुंचाने की योजना शुरू की, जिसके माध्यम से लाखों ग्रामीण घरों को डिजिटल कनेक्टिविटी उपलब्ध कराई जाएगी।
- उत्तर प्रदेश सरकार यह परियोजना ऑप्टिकल फाइबर नेटवर्क और डिजिटल इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर के विस्तार के माध्यम से लागू कर रही है, ताकि ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में इंटरनेट, ऑनलाइन सेवाओं और ई-गवर्नेंस सुविधाओं की आसान पहुंच सुनिश्चित की जा सके।
- परियोजना के तहत लगभग 20 लाख ग्रामीण घरों को हाई-स्पीड इंटरनेट से जोड़ने का लक्ष्य है, जिससे ऑनलाइन शिक्षा, टेलीमेडिसिन, डिजिटल भुगतान और सरकारी सेवाओं तक ग्रामीण लोगों की पहुंच मजबूत होगी।
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7. Paras Defence bags Rs 80.28 crore DRDO order for high-precision air defence optical system
- On March 9, 2026, Paras Defence and Space Technologies received an ₹80.28 crore order from DRDO in India to develop and supply a high-precision air defence optical system to strengthen the country’s air defence capabilities.
- Paras Defence, an Indian defence technology company, will design, manufacture, and deliver an advanced optical system to DRDO, supporting indigenous defence production and enhancing the surveillance and targeting accuracy of air defence platforms.
- The ₹80.28 crore contract focuses on high-precision electro-optical technology used for tracking and targeting in air defence systems, highlighting India’s growing emphasis on domestic defence manufacturing and advanced optical technologies.
8. PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation stone of development projects worth Rs 33,500 crore
- On March 8, 2026, in New Delhi, development projects worth about ₹33,500 crore were inaugurated and launched, including redevelopment of several government housing colonies and modern residential infrastructure for central government employees.
- Prime Minister of India inaugurated the projects and handed over keys to women allottees at GPRA Type-5 quarters in Sarojini Nagar, while the government implemented redevelopment through a self-financing land-monetisation model without using public funds.
- The project redeveloped seven colonies across 537 acres, replacing unsafe quarters with over 21,000 new housing units to address a shortage of 20,000 homes, financed by monetising 69.41 acres expected to generate ₹35,100 crore against a ₹32,800 crore cost.
9. India’s first Ring Metro goes operational as PM Modi inaugurates two new corridors
- On March 8, 2026, in Delhi, two Delhi Metro corridors—the 12.3 km Majlis Park–Maujpur-Babarpur Pink Line extension and the 9.9 km Deepali Chowk–Majlis Park Magenta Line section—were inaugurated to expand the capital’s metro network.
- Prime Minister inaugurated the corridors and laid the foundation for three new Phase V-A routes, expanding connectivity through elevated corridors, bridges across the Yamuna, and advanced engineering structures within the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation network.
- Metro projects worth ₹18,300 crore and GPRA redevelopment worth ₹15,200 crore were announced, including 16.10 km new routes, over 9,350 government flats, 48 lakh sq ft office space, and the city’s first fully operational Ring Metro.
10. Indian Railways arranges ‘special train’ from New Delhi to Ahmedabad for T20 World Cup final between India, New Zealand
- On 7 March 2026, Indian Railways arranged a special train from New Delhi to Ahmedabad to facilitate travel for cricket fans attending the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
- The Ministry of Railways and Western Railway zone organized the service by operating a dedicated special train with reserved coaches, enabling large numbers of spectators from the national capital to travel conveniently for the high-profile final.
- The Narendra Modi Stadium, the world’s largest cricket stadium, will host the final. The special train aims to manage increased passenger demand, ensure smoother travel for fans, and support attendance at the India vs New Zealand championship match.