Current Affairs - March 10, 2025 Current Affairs

The Mahila Samridhi Yojana was launched by the Delhi government to provide financial assistance to economically weaker women in New Delhi. The scheme, approved on March 8, 2025, offers ₹2,500 monthly to women aged 18-60 years with an annual income of up to ₹2.5 lakh. The government allocated ₹5,100 crore for the scheme's implementation, targeting BPL card holders who do not benefit from other schemes.

Mark Carney has been appointed as the new leader of Canada’s Liberal Party and the country’s next Prime Minister, succeeding Justin Trudeau. Carney, a former central banker with extensive experience in both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, won 85.9% of the votes in the leadership race. His victory marks a significant shift for the Liberal Party following Trudeau’s resignation due to rising internal opposition. Carney now faces the challenge of leading the party through the upcoming general elections and responding to the political climate.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the National Day celebrations of Mauritius on March 12 as the chief guest. This day marks the independence of Mauritius from British rule, which occurred on March 12, 1968. The Prime Minister is attending the event for the second time as the chief guest since 2015, highlighting the strong bilateral ties between India and Mauritius.

The first World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) will be hosted by the Government of India in Mumbai, Maharashtra, from May 1 to 4, 2025. The event will focus on four key pillars, including Broadcasting & Infotainment, AVGC-XR, Digital Media & Innovation, and Films-WAVES. The location of this milestone event for the Media & Entertainment sector is confirmed as Mumbai.

The Fisheries Startup Conclave 2.0 was organized in Hyderabad, Telangana, by the Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying (MoFAH&D). This event included significant developments such as the launch of the NFDP Mobile Application and the Fisheries Startup Grand Challenge 2.0, which aimed to expand access to the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PM-MKSSY) benefits.

Amul has been ranked as the 3rd most valued brand in India according to the YouGov India Value Rankings 2025. This ranking places Amul alongside Amazon (1st) and Flipkart (2nd). Amul, known for its strong consumer trust, affordability, and high-quality dairy products, is the only FMCG brand in the top three. Its success is attributed to its cooperative model that supports farmers, its wide market penetration, and consistent innovation, ensuring its appeal across various consumer segments. This recognition reinforces Amul's position as a leader in India's FMCG industry.

Razorpay has expanded its operations into Singapore, building on its success in India and Malaysia. This expansion is in line with Singapore’s digital-first economy and its rapidly growing real-time payments ecosystem. Razorpay aims to simplify cross-border transactions, reduce payment costs, and introduce AI-driven financial tools to help businesses in Singapore. The country’s digital payments market is projected to reach $180 billion by 2029, making it an important market for Razorpay’s next phase of growth.

The 2025 Edition of the Theatre Level Operational Exercise (TROPEX) was conducted by the Indian Navy over a period of three months, from January to March 2025. This exercise included multiple phases, such as the Amphibious Exercise (AMPHEX) and a Joint Work Up Phase, and focused on cyber and electronic warfare as well as tactical operations. It is a key operational event for the Indian Navy, marking the importance of this exercise in enhancing naval capabilities.

The International Day of Women Judges is observed annually on March 10 to recognize and celebrate the contributions of women in the judiciary. This day highlights the crucial role of women in ensuring fairness, representation, and equality within judicial systems. It was declared by the United Nations General Assembly through Resolution 75/274, adopted in April 2021. The day serves to honour women judges worldwide and to inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in law and the judiciary. March 10 is the designated day for this observance.

Madhav National Park, located in the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, has been declared as India’s 58th Tiger Reserve. This addition further enhances Madhya Pradesh’s status as the ‘Tiger State’ of India, as it now boasts nine tiger reserves. The park’s diverse ecosystem, including dry deciduous forests and grasslands, provides an ideal habitat for tigers and other wildlife species. The designation of Madhav Tiger Reserve contributes to both conservation and eco-tourism in the region.

The 1st Electronic Toy Hackathon (e-Toycathon 2025) was organized by C-DAC Noida under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology’s (MeitY’s) research initiatives. This event focused on creating engaging and educational toys that foster creativity, learning, and child development. The top prize was awarded to Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, for their innovative contributions to the electronic toy sector. The hackathon highlighted Noida as a key hub for technological advancements and innovation in India.

India conducts the Joint Special Forces Exercise KHANJAR-XII with Kyrgyzstan. This exercise is part of a long-standing defence cooperation between the two countries and has been held annually since its inception in 2011. The 12th edition is set to take place in Kyrgyzstan from 10 March to 23 March 2025, marking the continuation of this important military collaboration. The previous edition was conducted in India in January 2024.

Vikas Kaushal has been appointed as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) for a five-year term. He succeeds Rajneesh Narang, who had been serving as the interim CMD. Vikas Kaushal brings over 30 years of experience in the energy, oil & gas, and power sectors, with a history of leading strategic transformations and digital initiatives in major Indian energy companies. His leadership at HPCL marks an important shift in the company’s leadership structure.