Current Affairs – 23 March 2024

India’s First Battery Storage Gigafactory in Jammu and Kashmir

Current Affairs – 23 March,2024

Location: Jammu and Kashmir
Company: GoodEnough Energy
Capacity: Initial capacity of 7 GWh per year, planned to increase to 20 GWh by 2027
Investment: Initial investment of 1.5 billion rupees ($18.07 million), with plans to invest an additional 3 billion rupees to expand capacity
Impact: Crucial for India’s renewable energy target, supports net-zero goals, reduces carbon emissions, and offers incentives for battery storage projects.

Current Affairs – 23 March,2024

Date: 21-29 March 2024
Participants: Indian Navy warships INS Tir and INS Sujata, Mozambican Navy, Tanzanian Navy
Objective: Enhancing maritime security and cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region, fostering regional cooperation between India, Mozambique, and Tanzania
Phases: Harbour Phase (21-24 March 2024) and Sea Phase (24-27 March 2024), culminating in a joint debrief in Nacala (Mozambique)

Current Affairs – 23 March,2024

Operation Indravati launched by India to evacuate citizens from violence-hit Haiti to the Dominican Republic.
Named after the Indravati River, a tributary of the Godavari River in India.
12 Indian nationals safely evacuated as part of the operation.
Haiti facing chaos with armed gangs taking control, government in disarray.
India’s proactive response demonstrates commitment to citizens’ safety abroad.

Current Affairs – 23 March,2024

Shaheed Diwas, or Martyrs’ Day, is observed on March 23 each year to honor the sacrifices of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev, who were executed by the British in 1931.
It commemorates their bravery and serves as a reminder of their contribution to India’s independence struggle.
The day inspires patriotism and emphasizes the importance of defending freedom and democracy.
Tributes are paid at memorials and cultural events, and schools organize programs to educate students about the freedom fighters.

Current Affairs – 23 March,2024

Establishment: World Meteorological Day was established in 1950 by the WMO to support weather and climate change prediction.
Commemoration: It celebrates the founding of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on March 23, 1950, first observed on March 23, 1951.
Significance: The day highlights the importance of meteorology and earth sciences in addressing climate change, water resources, weather-related goals, and sustainable development.
Theme 2024: The theme “At The Frontline Of Climate Action” emphasizes the urgent need for climate action and the role of meteorologists in addressing climate challenges.