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Daily Current Affairs 30 March 2025
37th Kathak Mahotsav 2025
Event Overview
- Name: 37th Kathak Mahotsav 2025
- Organizer: Kathak Kendra (Constituent Unit of Sangeet Natak Akademi, Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India)
- Duration: 6 days
- Location: New Delhi
- Key Features:
- World’s first-ever Kathak Literary Festival.
- Walk-through exhibition, seminars, dance concerts, and inaugural book fair.
- Focus on documenting Kathak’s literary heritage and traditional practices.
Organizers & Dignitaries
- Director of Kathak Kendra: Smt. Pranaame Bhagawati (led the event’s vision and execution).
- Key Attendees:
- Dr. Vinay Sahashrabuddhe (Former MP & President, ICCR).
- Maharaj Pusparaj Singh of Rewa.
- Dr. Amarendra Khatua (Ex-Director General, ICCR).
- Smt. Amita Prasad Sarabhai (Joint Secretary, Ministry of Culture).
- Dr. Sandhya Purecha (Chairman, Sangeet Natak Akademi).
Participants
- Artists & Scholars:
- Pt. Ramlal Bareth (Bilaspur), Dr. Puru & Vibha Dadheech (Indore), Dr. Purnima Pande (Lucknow).
- Smt. Saswati Sen, Smt. Vaswati Mishra, Dr. Shovana Narayan (Delhi).
- Shri Mata Prasad Mishra, Shri Ravi Shankar Mishra (Banaras).
- Shri Murlimohan Kalvakalva (Thailand), Prof. Bharat Gupt (Gurgaon), and others.
- Gharanas Honored: Lucknow, Jaipur, Banaras, Raigarh.
Key Highlights
- Kathak Literary Festival: Discussions on royal patronage, evolution of bol (rhythmic syllables), and manuscript significance.
- Documentation & Publications: Newly published books from the festival’s discussions showcased at a book fair.
- Performances:
- Structured into solo, duet, and group recitals by artists from all major gharanas.
- Highlighted traditional nuances and styles of Kathak.
- Exhibition: Walk-through display of Kathak’s history and cultural significance.
Outcomes
- Attendance: Full-house audience throughout the event.
- Impact: Enhanced appreciation of Kathak’s artistic and literary legacy.
- Future Vision: Kathak Kendra pledged to innovate and expand the dance form’s dimensions.
Key Takeaway: The festival successfully merged Kathak’s traditional artistry with literary discourse, reinforcing its cultural relevance and setting a precedent for future innovations in the dance form.
90th Year of RBI Closing Ceremony
Event Details
- Event: Closing ceremony of the 90th-anniversary commemoration of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
- Date: April 1, 2025.
- Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
- Chief Guest: President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu.
President’s Schedule
- Arrival in Mumbai: Evening of March 31, 2025.
- Ceremony Participation: April 1, 2025 (closing event).
Key Takeaway: The President’s participation highlights the national significance of RBI’s 90th-anniversary celebrations, marking the culmination of a year-long commemoration.
Exercise INIOCHOS-25 Participation
Event Details
- Exercise Name: INIOCHOS-25
- Host: Hellenic Air Force (Greece).
- Location: Andravida Air Base, Greece.
- Dates: March 31 to April 11, 2025.
- Frequency: Biennial (held every two years).
Indian Air Force (IAF) Participation
- Contingent:
- Aircraft: Su-30 MKI fighters, IL-78 (mid-air refueler), C-17 (transport aircraft).
- Objective: Enhance international cooperation, synergy, and interoperability with allied air forces.
Exercise Scope
- Participants: 15 countries (air and surface assets).
- Focus: Simulate modern air warfare challenges through realistic combat scenarios.
- Training Goals:
- Plan and execute combined air operations.
- Refine tactics in complex air warfare scenarios.
- Exchange operational best practices.
Strategic Importance for IAF
- Strengthen operational capabilities and mutual learning.
- Reinforce India’s global defense cooperation and commitment to operational excellence.
- Bolster strategic partnerships and joint operations with friendly nations.
Key Takeaway: IAF’s participation in INIOCHOS-25 underscores India’s proactive role in global military collaboration, aiming to enhance tactical proficiency and strengthen alliances in multi-national defense frameworks.
International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025
Key Announcements
- Theme: “Yoga for One Earth, One Health” (focus on global health, sustainability, and unity).
- Announced By: Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 120th episode of Mann Ki Baat.
- Date: June 21, 2025.
- Organizer: Morarij Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) under the Ministry of Ayush.
- Countdown Launch: March 13, 2025, at Yoganahotsav in Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi (100-day countdown to IDY2025).
Prime Minister’s Address Highlights
- Emphasized integrating yoga into daily routines for physical, mental, and environmental well-being.
- Highlighted global adoption of yoga and Ayurveda, citing popularity in Chile and efforts by the Spanish team Somos India (translating yoga/Ayurveda content, engaging 9,000+ participants in 2024).
- Noted IDY’s evolution since 2015 as a “grand festival” and India’s gift to humanity.
10 Signature Events for IDY2025
- Yoga Sangama: Synchronized yoga at 10,000 locations (world record attempt).
- Yoga Bandhan: Partnerships with 10 countries for sessions at iconic landmarks.
- Yoga Parks: 1,000 new community yoga parks.
- Yoga Samavesh: Programs for Divyangjan, seniors, children, and marginalized groups.
- Yoga Prabhava: Decadal impact study on yoga’s role in public health.
- Yoga Connect: Virtual Global Yoga Summit with experts.
- Harit Yoga: Sustainability drives (tree planting, clean-ups).
- Yoga Unplugged: Youth-focused yoga events.
- Yoga Maha Kumbh: Week-long festival at 10 locations, culminating in a central event led by PM Modi.
- Samyogam: 100-day initiative merging yoga with modern healthcare.
Historical Milestones of IDY (2015–2024)
- 2015: 35,985 participants in Delhi; 2 Guinness Records.
- 2016: 30,000+ in Chandigarh; first Divyangjan participation.
- 2017: 51,000 in Lucknow; yoga as “health insurance.”
- 2018: 50,000+ in Dehradun; launch of ISRO’s BHUVAN-YOGA app.
- 2019: Eco-friendly yoga accessories in Ranchi.
- 2020: Virtual event with 12.06 crore participants.
- 2021: Themed “Yoga for Wellness”; 496.1 million global reach.
- 2022: Mysuru event with VR-powered exhibitions.
- 2023: 23.44 crore participants; “Ocean Ring of Yoga” (35,000 km).
- 2024: Srinagar event with “Yoga for Space” (ISRO); Guinness Record (25.93 lakh pledges).
Key Takeaway: IDY2025 aims to amplify yoga’s role in fostering global health and sustainability through large-scale events, inclusivity, and historical continuity, reinforcing India’s leadership in promoting yoga as a universal wellness practice.
National Workshop on Internationalisation of Higher Education
Event Overview
- Title: “Internationalisation of Higher Education in India: Challenges, Best Practices, and Policy Interventions”.
- Organizers:
- Lead: NITI Aayog (Education Division).
- Partners: IIT Madras, Association of Indian Universities (AIU), Acumen.
- Date: March 29, 2025.
- Venue: IIT Madras, Chennai.
- Purpose: Align with National Education Policy 2020 to strategize internationalization of Indian higher education.
Key Participants
- Officials: Central/State/UT governments, Institutions of National Importance, Indian and international universities (public/private/deemed).
- Dignitaries:
- Dr. Vinod Kumar Paul (Member, NITI Aayog): Delivered keynote and concluding addresses.
- Prof. Kamakoti Veezhinathan (Director, IIT Madras): Inaugural address.
- Dr. Sonia Pant (NITI Aayog): Welcomed 140+ attendees.
- Representatives from AIU, Acumen, and global academic bodies.
Workshop Structure
- 4 Technical Sessions:
- Retrospect & Future Prospects of internationalization.
- Academic Mobility for learning and research.
- Internationalization of Curricula & Programmes.
- Global Expansion via offshore campuses and collaborations.
- Case Studies Highlighted:
- Indian universities establishing overseas campuses.
- International universities in India (e.g., GIFT City).
- Country-specific examples: Australia, France, New Zealand, UK, USA.
Key Outcomes & Strategies
- Actionable Recommendations:
- Enhance infrastructure and streamline regulations.
- Promote India as a global hub for academic collaboration and research.
- Foster India-centric internationalization to develop “world-ready” talent.
- Policy Impact: Insights to feed into NITI Aayog’s research study, aiming for global academic excellence and supporting India’s vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Key Takeaway: The workshop served as a strategic platform to align India’s higher education system with global standards, emphasising collaboration, policy reforms, and cross-border academic initiatives to position India as a leading knowledge economy.
NESTS 7th Foundation Day Celebration
Event Overview
- Name: 7th Foundation Day of National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS).
- Date: April 1, 2025.
- Venue: Akashwani Bhavan, Parliament Street, New Delhi.
- Organizer: NESTS (under Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Govt. of India).
- Focus: Showcasing transformative impact of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) on tribal education.
Key Attendees
- Chief Guest: Shri Jual Oram, Minister of Tribal Affairs.
- Guest of Honour: Shri Durgadas Uikey, Minister of State for Tribal Affairs.
- Other Participants: Senior Ministry officers, NESTS officials, EMRS students, and staff.
Event Highlights
- Keynote Addresses: By dignitaries on NESTS’s role in tribal empowerment.
- Cultural Performances: By EMRS students, reflecting tribal heritage.
- Awards & Recognition:
- 12 outstanding EMRS students felicitated in the morning session.
- Staff excelling in Sports Meet honored in the evening session.
- Achievement Screening: Highlighting EMRS’s progress in education, skill development, and holistic growth.
NESTS Achievements & Initiatives
- EMRS Expansion: Operates schools nationwide, offering quality education (Class 6–12) to tribal students.
- Key Contributions:
- Preserving cultural heritage while integrating modern skill development.
- Enhanced infrastructure and staff recruitment under Shri Ajeet Kumar Srivastava (Commissioner, NESTS).
- Mission: Empower tribal communities to thrive in both traditional and modern contexts.
Key Takeaway: The event underscores NESTS’s commitment to bridging educational gaps for tribal students, fostering cultural preservation, and preparing youth for national and global opportunities.
Operation Brahma
Operation Overview
- Name: Operation Brahma (Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief – HADR).
- Trigger: Devastating earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand on March 28, 2025.
- Objective: Deliver relief to Myanmar (primary focus).
- Coordinating Agencies:
- Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
- Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), Indian Army, Indian Air Force, NDRF.
Naval Deployment
- Ships Deployed:
- Eastern Naval Command: INS Satpura and INS Savitri (sailed on March 29, 2025, to Yangon, Myanmar).
- Andaman and Nicobar Command: INS Karmuk and LCU 52 (sailed on March 30, 2025, to Yangon).
- Relief Material: 52 tons of supplies, including:
- Essential clothing, drinking water, food, medicines, and emergency stores.
Key Statements
- Indian Navy’s Commitment: Reinforces India’s role as the ‘First Responder’ in regional crises.
- Collaboration: Multi-agency effort to ensure swift and effective disaster response.
Key Takeaway: Operation Brahma underscores India’s rapid humanitarian response capabilities, leveraging naval assets to deliver critical aid to Myanmar post-earthquake, while reinforcing regional leadership in crisis management.
WAVES 2025 Cosplay Championship
Event Overview
- Name: WAVES Cosplay Championship (part of World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit 2025).
- Date: May 1–4, 2025.
- Venue: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
- Organizers:
- Collaborators: Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Creators Street, Epiko Con, Telangana Government, ICA Indian Comics Association, MEAI, TVAGA.
- Purpose: Elevate India’s cosplay community and promote creativity in pop culture and AVGC-XR sectors.
Competition Highlights
- Grand Finale: 80–100 finalists to showcase live cosplays on stage.
- Jury: Esteemed industry experts, international guests, and cosplay professionals.
- Categories:
- Indian mythology, Pop Culture, Anime, Manga, DC, Marvel, and more.
- Prize Pool: ₹1,50,000+.
- Global Exposure: Opportunity for international recognition.
Competition Structure
- Online Registration & Jury Review (March 28–April 7, 2025).
- Finalist Selection: Top 80–100 entries shortlisted via email.
- Live Championship: Finalists present costumes and performances at WAVES 2025.
- Winners Announced: Based on creativity, craftsmanship, and performance.
Key Dates
- Registration Opens: March 28, 2025.
- Submission Deadline: April 7, 2025.
- Grand Finale: May 1–4, 2025.
About WAVES 2025 Summit
- Focus Sectors: Broadcasting, Films, Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics, AR/VR/XR, Generative AI, and Digital Media.
- Aim: Position India as a global hub for content creation, intellectual property, and tech innovation.
- Audience: Industry professionals, investors, creators, and innovators.
Additional Information
- Registration Links:
- Details: creatorsstreet.in.
- Form: forms.office.com/r/xpeg7sDASm.
- Social Media: Follow updates via @PIBMumbai, pibmumbai[at]gmail[dot]com.
Key Takeaway: WAVES 2025 aims to spotlight India’s creative talent in cosplay and AVGC-XR sectors, fostering innovation and global collaboration in media and entertainment.
NFRA-IIT Kanpur Hackathon on LLM & Generative AI
Event Overview
- Organizers: National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) and IIT Kanpur.
- Date: March 28–29, 2025.
- Location: IIT Kanpur.
- Focus: Leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI to transform financial statement analysis.
Key Objectives
- Democratize financial data by making complex statements readable and understandable.
- Develop AI-driven tools to convert financial data into clear, engaging narratives for informed decision-making.
Participants & Winners
- Participants: Students from engineering colleges across India.
- Winning Teams:
- VIT Vellore.
- MNNIT Allahabad.
- IIT Lucknow.
- Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies, Nuzvid.
- Judges: Combined panel of experts from IIT Kanpur and NFRA.
Key Outcomes
- Solutions Showcased:
- Simplification of complex financial concepts.
- Automation of data extraction.
- Generation of insightful narratives using GenAI.
- Open-Source Contribution: Many winning teams opted to share innovations publicly for collaborative improvements.
Strategic Impact
- Future Adoption: Potential to revolutionize financial reporting, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making.
- Collaboration: Bridged academia, students, and regulators to address industry challenges.
Key Takeaway: The hackathon highlighted GenAI’s transformative role in financial analysis, fostering innovation and open-source collaboration to democratize financial literacy and reporting.
PM Modi’s Development Initiatives in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh
Key Announcements & Projects
- Total Investment: ₹33,700+ crore in infrastructure and welfare projects.
- Date: March 30, 2025 (Navratri and New Year).
- Location: Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh.
Major Projects Inaugurated/Launched
- Power Sector:
- NTPC Sipat Super Thermal Power Project Stage-III: ₹9,790 crore (800 MW, Ultra-Supercritical Technology).
- CSPGCL First Super Critical Thermal Power Project: ₹15,800 crore (2×660 MW).
- Power Transmission Projects (POWERGRID): ₹560 crore under Western Region Expansion Scheme.
- Energy & Gas Infrastructure:
- City Gas Distribution (BPCL): ₹1,285 crore (200 km high-pressure pipeline, 800 km MDPE pipeline, CNG outlets in 4 districts).
- Visakh-Raipur Pipeline (HPCL): ₹2,210 crore (540 km multi-product pipeline, 3 MMTPA capacity).
- Railways:
- 100% Electrification of Chhattisgarh Rail Network (first state to achieve this).
- 7 New Railway Projects: 108 km (₹2,690 crore).
- 3 Dedicated Projects: 111 km.
- MEMU Train Service: Flagged off in Abhanpur-Raipur section.
- Roads:
- NH-930 (Jhalmala-Sherpar): 37 km upgraded to 2-lane with paved shoulder.
- NH-43 (Ambikapur-Pathalgaon): 75 km upgraded.
- NH-130D (Kondagaon-Narayanpur): 47.5 km foundation laid.
- Total Road Investment: ₹1,270+ crore.
- Housing:
- 3 Lakh Houses handed over under PMAY-G (Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin).
- Equipped with toilets, electricity, Ujjwala gas, and piped water.
- Education:
- 130 PM SHRI Schools: Upgraded with smart infrastructure (₹—).
- Vidya Samiksha Kendra (Raipur): Real-time education monitoring and support.
- Medical/engineering studies now available in Hindi.
Tribal & Social Welfare Initiatives
- Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Utkarsh Abhiyan: ₹80,000 crore investment for 7,000 tribal villages.
- PM Janman Yojana: Focus on Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) – 2,000+ settlements in 18 districts.
- 5,000 km Roads approved for tribal areas (2,500 km in Chhattisgarh).
- PM Suryagarh Muft Bijli Scheme: ₹78,000/household subsidy for solar panels (2 lakh+ registrations).
Healthcare & Sanitation
- Ayushman Bharat: Free treatment up to ₹5 lakh.
- PM Jan Aushadhi Kendras: 80% discounted medicines.
- Swachh Bharat Abhiyan: Toilets for tribal households.
Key Statements & Criticisms
- Previous Governments: Accused of corruption, neglect in tribal areas, and Naxalism due to underdevelopment.
- Current Achievements:
- Transparent recruitment exams.
- Paddy MSP hikes and pending bonuses cleared.
- Reopened schools/health centers in Naxal-affected areas (e.g., Sukma, Dantewada).
- Vision: Make Chhattisgarh a top state by its 50th anniversary (2047).
Cultural & Political Context
- Navratri & New Year: Symbolic launch aligning with Chhattisgarh’s cultural heritage.
- Silver Jubilee (25th Statehood Anniversary): Coincides with Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s birth centenary; 2025 observed as “Atal Nirman Varsh.”
Dignitaries Present
- Chief Guest: PM Narendra Modi.
- Others:
- Governor Shri Ramen Deka.
- CM Shri Vishnu Deo Sai.
- Union Ministers Shri Manohar Lal and Shri Tokhan Sahu.
- Assembly Speaker Shri Raman Singh.
Key Takeaways
- Infrastructure Focus: Power, railways, roads, and gas pipelines to boost connectivity and industry.
- Social Inclusion: Tribal welfare, women empowerment (property rights), and education reforms.
- Sustainability: Solar energy and cleaner power technologies.
- Legacy: Positioning Chhattisgarh as a model for development and peace in Naxal-affected regions.
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