Current Affairs – 23 March 2026
Himachal Pradesh Current Affairs 🚩🏔️
1. Chheshu Fair Begins in Mandi District
A three-day state-level Chheshu Fair has started in the tribal region of Mandi district. This fair is important for preserving local culture, folk traditions, and religious heritage. Many local artists, villagers, and tourists are participating. Such events help promote Himachal’s traditional identity and also support the local economy through tourism and handicraft sales.
2. Budget Support for Maternal and Child Welfare Expanded
The Himachal Pradesh government has continued financial strengthening of the Indira Gandhi Matru-Shishu Sankalp Yojana, with around ₹207 crore allocated for maternal and child welfare. The scheme aims to support pregnant women, newborn care, and nutrition services across rural and urban areas. More than 2.99 lakh beneficiaries are expected to receive support under this programme.
3. Focus on Farmer Producer Organisations in Hill Agriculture
State authorities are encouraging Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) to improve marketing and income opportunities for small farmers. In Himachal, FPOs are becoming important for apple growers, vegetable farmers, and natural farming groups. Officials believe this will help farmers get better market prices and reduce dependence on middlemen.
National Current Affairs 🇮🇳
4. NHAI to Use AI Dashcam Monitoring on Highways
National Highways Authority of India has announced deployment of AI-powered dashcam monitoring systems on nearly 40,000 km of national highways. These smart systems will identify damaged roads, unsafe driving zones, and maintenance needs automatically. This step is expected to improve road safety and reduce response time for repairs.
5. Shaheed Diwas Observed Across India
23 March is observed as Shaheed Diwas to remember Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar, who were executed in 1931 during the freedom struggle. Across India, schools, institutions, and government offices held tribute programmes to honour their sacrifice and patriotism.
6. Small Hydro Power Scheme Gets New Push
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has strengthened support for small hydro power projects to increase clean energy generation in mountainous and remote areas. Such projects are especially useful for hill states because they require less land and can produce sustainable electricity locally.
7. India–US Defence Cooperation Continues Through Military Exercise
The joint military exercise Vajra Prahar continues to improve special forces coordination between India and the United States. The exercise focuses on anti-terror operations, tactical planning, and joint field training. Defence experts see it as an important strategic partnership development.
International Current Affairs 🌍
8. Japan Discovers Major Deep-Sea Rare Earth Deposit
Japan has identified a massive rare earth mineral deposit deep in the Pacific Ocean near Minamitorishima Island. Rare earth minerals are critical for electronics, batteries, and clean energy technologies. This discovery may reduce global supply dependence on limited exporters in the future.
9. US Lawmakers Move to Protect OPT Programme
In the United States, lawmakers introduced a bill to protect the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme, which allows international students to work after graduation. This is important for thousands of Indian students studying in America because OPT often serves as a bridge to long-term employment opportunities.
10. Australian Public Broadcaster Faces Major Strike
Staff members of Australian Broadcasting Corporation announced a 24-hour strike over pay and job conditions. It is considered one of the biggest labour actions in recent years at the broadcaster and may affect television, radio, and digital news output across Australia.
Quick Revision Points ✍️
- Chheshu Fair started in Mandi
- ₹207 crore for maternal-child welfare in Himachal
- AI highway monitoring launched by NHAI
- 23 March = Shaheed Diwas
- Japan found rare earth resources under sea
- OPT protection bill introduced in US
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