Current affairs for March 13, 2026
Current affairs for March 13, 2026
- Natural Gas Supply Regulation Order 2026: The Central Government implemented this order under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, due to supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. It prioritizes gas allocation for domestic PNG, CNG transport, and LPG sectors.
- Passive Euthanasia as a Fundamental Right: The Supreme Court of India ruled that Right to Die with Dignity is a fundamental right under Article 21. In the case of Harish Rana, the court allowed passive euthanasia (removal of life support) for a patient in a permanent vegetative state.
- Fiscal Health Index 2026: Released by NITI Aayog, Odisha ranked first among large states in financial stability and governance. Arunachal Pradesh topped the list among Northeast and Himalayan states.
- National Climate Tech Innovation Challenge: Launched by NABARD, this challenge invites startups and researchers to develop digital infrastructure and technological solutions to address climate change risks in rural India.
- Passing of Historian Hermann Kulke: The renowned German Indologist and historian, famous for his extensive research on the history and culture of Odisha and the Jagannath Temple, passed away at 87. He was a Padma Shri recipient (2010).
- India's First Amphibious Drone 'Avatar': A Bengaluru-based startup, AquaAirX, launched Avatar, a drone capable of operating both in the air and underwater. It is designed for maritime surveillance and search-and-rescue operations.
- Indian Orchid Festival 2026: Held in Pakyong, Sikkim, the festival aimed to promote the orchid industry and support farmers through the National Research Centre for Orchids (NRCO).
- Aerodrome License for Jewar Airport: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) granted an aerodrome license to the Jewar International Airport (Noida), officially clearing it for flight operations.
- Asia Cup Archery 2027: India will host the second phase of the Asia Cup Archery in New Delhi in 2027, marking the return of an international archery event to the country after 22 years.
- National Highways Green Cover Index: In its first annual report, NHAI identified Assam as the state with the highest green cover along its national highways, while Himachal Pradesh recorded the lowest.
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