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The asteroid ‘2005 EX296’ has officially been renamed as ‘(215884) Jayantmurthy’ by the IAU’s Working Group on Small Bodies Nomenclature.

As of March 7, over 75% of rural households nationwide have been provided with tap water connections. This achievement includes 185 districts, 1,812 blocks, 1,00,044 Gram Panchayats, and 2,09,481 villages achieving the 'Har Ghar Jal' status.

On Wednesday, the Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme 2024 was introduced by the Union Ministry of Heavy Industries. The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has authorized this initiative, which is intended to encourage the use of electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and e-rickshaws.
 

The Union Home Ministry issued an FAQ addressing concerns about the CAA, clarifying that it does not target Muslims or seek to repatriate illegal immigrants based on religion. 

In a significant stride towards promoting education in mother tongues, the Indian government has unveiled a landmark initiative introducing schooling in 52 non-scheduled Indian languages, including 17 tribal languages. In accordance with the goals outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched this initiative to give students from various regions of the country access to education in their native languages. 
 

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched a digital platform, 'NITI for States' and 'Viksit Bharat Strategy Room' to facilitate decision-making and governance in India by providing insightful data from various sectors of the nation.  

Asha Bhosle serenades Union Minister Amit Shah with three songs during the release of her photo biography book, "Best of Asha," featuring 42 captivating images and memories. The event, attended by BJP Mumbai President Ashish Shelar, celebrates Bhosle's iconic career

According to GBBC, India has the third most species of birds in the world after Colombia and Ecuador. There are a total of 1036 species of birds in India with West Bengal having the most of them. Kerela had the most number of bird checklists submitted to GBBC 2024. This year, bird watchers from all the states and UTs of India participated in the event. 

Chakshu and DIP launched under the Sanchar Sathi initiative to prevent online scams and frauds. People can report fraud calls, fake job offers, and phone number leaks on the portal. The reported numbers and fraudulent activities will be investigated. 

The Indian government has announced that the AI tech companies need to seek government approval before launching in India. The companies need to label their AI as unreliable and should have a "consent popup" if the technology is in an under-trail phase. The advisory was released amidst the Google Gemini and PM Modi controversy. 

A viral video circulating on social media showcases Union Home Minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah arriving at the BJP headquarters in Delhi in a Tata Safari car bearing the number plate 'DL1C AA 4421'. The image of Shah's car with its distinctive number plate has caused a stir online, with netizens interpreting it as a symbolic gesture related to the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

Bill Gates recently had a meeting with Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and discussed the elimination of sickle cell anaemia from the nation. Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the private sector are coming together to create affordable anaemia treatment for national and global treatments. During G20 PM Modi launched National Sickle Cell Anemia Elimination Mission which aims to eliminate sickle cell anemia in India by 2047.

The Department of Biotechnology has successfully finished 10,000 genome testing, which will help shape global healthcare policy in the future.
 

Sunil Bharti Mittal, Founder and Chairperson of Bharti Enterprises was awarded the Honourary Knighthood by the King Charles III of UK on 28 February. He is a business tycoon and was also featured in the top 10 list of billionaires in India by Forbes in 2023. He received Padma Bhushan in 2007 and is currently a Commissioner for Sustainable Development at the International Telecommunication Union/UNESCO Broadband Commission. 

PM Vishwakarma Yojana was introduced by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises on 17 September 2023. The objective of this initiative is to provide support to artisans and craftsmen.