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World Obesity Day 2026 – March 4World Obesity Day (WOD) is observed annually across the globe on 4th March to highlight the global obesity crisis, promote public health reforms, reduce stigma, and encourage collective action to prevent and manage obesity.March 4, 2026 marks the 12th observance of WOD.2026 Theme: “8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity.Background:Establishment: WOD was established in 2015 by the World Obesity Federation (WOF) as an annual campaign to promote healthy weight management and reduce global obesity.Observance: The first WOD was observed on 11 October 2015 and continued on the same date until 2019. Since 2020, WOD has been observed globally on 4 March.2026 Report: According to the World Obesity Atlas 2026 (Childhood Obesity – 2nd Edition), about 41 million children in India are affected by overweight or obesity, with numbers projected to rise sharply by 2040.
World Obesity Day 2026 – March 4World Obesity Day (WOD) is observed annually across the globe on 4th March to highlight the global obesity crisis, promote public health reforms, reduce stigma, and encourage collective action to prevent and manage obesity.March 4, 2026 marks the 12th observance of WOD.2026 Theme: “8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity.Background:Establishment: WOD was established in 2015 by the World Obesity Federation (WOF) as an annual campaign to promote healthy weight management and reduce global obesity.Observance: The first WOD was observed on 11 October 2015 and continued on the same date until 2019. Since 2020, WOD has been observed globally on 4 March.2026 Report: According to the World Obesity Atlas 2026 (Childhood Obesity – 2nd Edition), about 41 million children in India are affected by overweight or obesity, with numbers projected to rise sharply by 2040.
World Obesity Day 2026 – March 4World Obesity Day (WOD) is observed annually across the globe on 4th March to highlight the global obesity crisis, promote public health reforms, reduce stigma, and encourage collective action to prevent and manage obe...
National Safety Day 2026 – March 4National Safety Day (NSD) is observed annually on 4 March across India to highlight the importance of safety measures in preventing workplace accidents and to promote a strong safety culture through adherence to safety guidelines.The day also marks the beginning of the National Safety Week Campaign, which is observed nationwide from 4 to 10 March every year.Theme: “Engage, Educate & Empower People to Enhance Safety”Background:Declaration: In 1972, the NSC designated 4 March as NSD, launching a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about safety standards and practices.First Observance: The first NSD was also observed on March 4,1972.
National Safety Day 2026 – March 4National Safety Day (NSD) is observed annually on 4 March across India to highlight the importance of safety measures in preventing workplace accidents and to promote a strong safety culture through adherence to safety guidelines.The day also marks the beginning of the National Safety Week Campaign, which is observed nationwide from 4 to 10 March every year.Theme: “Engage, Educate & Empower People to Enhance Safety”Background:Declaration: In 1972, the NSC designated 4 March as NSD, launching a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about safety standards and practices.First Observance: The first NSD was also observed on March 4,1972.
National Safety Day 2026 – March 4National Safety Day (NSD) is observed annually on 4 March across India to highlight the importance of safety measures in preventing workplace accidents and to promote a strong safety culture through adherence to safe...
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World Day of Fight Against Sexual Exploitation 2026 – March 4The World Day of Fight Against Sexual Exploitation is observed globally on 4 March each year to raise awareness about sexual exploitation and support victims of sexual abuse.Since 2009, 4 March has been observed as the World Day of Fight Against Sexual Exploitation, with 2026 marking its 18th observance.Overview of Sexual Exploitation:Definition: The United Nations (UN) defines sexual exploitation as the abuse of vulnerability, power imbalance, or trust for sexual purposes, including trafficking, prostitution, and other exploitative practices.Forms: It includes sexual assault, Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE), coercion into prostitution or pornography, forced sexual acts, inappropriate touching, and demanding sex for assistance.
World Day of Fight Against Sexual Exploitation 2026 – March 4The World Day of Fight Against Sexual Exploitation is observed globally on 4 March each year to raise awareness about sexual exploitation and support victims of sexual abuse.Since 2009, 4 March has been observed as the World Day of Fight Against Sexual Exploitation, with 2026 marking its 18th observance.Overview of Sexual Exploitation:Definition: The United Nations (UN) defines sexual exploitation as the abuse of vulnerability, power imbalance, or trust for sexual purposes, including trafficking, prostitution, and other exploitative practices.Forms: It includes sexual assault, Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE), coercion into prostitution or pornography, forced sexual acts, inappropriate touching, and demanding sex for assistance.
World Day of Fight Against Sexual Exploitation 2026 – March 4The World Day of Fight Against Sexual Exploitation is observed globally on 4 March each year to raise awareness about sexual exploitation and support victims of sexual abuse.Since 2009, 4 M...
CCI Approves Central Bank of India’s Stake Hike in Generali Insurance Joint VenturesOn March 3 2026, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), approved the Central Bank of India (CBI) to acquire additional equity in Generali Central Insurance Company Limited (GCICL) and Generali Central Life Insurance Company Limited (GCLICL), allowing it to increase its shareholding to 26% in both joint ventures (JVs).Key Details of Acquisitions:Stake: The CBI will acquire an additional 1.09% stake in GCICL and 0.82% in GCLICL, raising its shareholding to 26% in both entities from 24.91% and 25.18%, respectively.Impact: The 26 % stake enhances the bank’s voting power and governance, strengthens bancassurance integration, allows insurance cross-selling through its network, and supports revenue diversification beyond traditional banking.Background: The additional stakes were earlier held by Future Corporate Resources Private Limited (FCRPL), a Future Group entity undergoing insolvency proceedings, and were acquired by CBI after it emerged as the successful bidder following a decision by the Committee of Creditors (CoC).
CCI Approves Central Bank of India’s Stake Hike in Generali Insurance Joint VenturesOn March 3 2026, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), approved the Central Bank of India (CBI) to acquire additional equity in Generali Central Insurance Company Limited (GCICL) and Generali Central Life Insurance Company Limited (GCLICL), allowing it to increase its shareholding to 26% in both joint ventures (JVs).Key Details of Acquisitions:Stake: The CBI will acquire an additional 1.09% stake in GCICL and 0.82% in GCLICL, raising its shareholding to 26% in both entities from 24.91% and 25.18%, respectively.Impact: The 26 % stake enhances the bank’s voting power and governance, strengthens bancassurance integration, allows insurance cross-selling through its network, and supports revenue diversification beyond traditional banking.Background: The additional stakes were earlier held by Future Corporate Resources Private Limited (FCRPL), a Future Group entity undergoing insolvency proceedings, and were acquired by CBI after it emerged as the successful bidder following a decision by the Committee of Creditors (CoC).
CCI Approves Central Bank of India’s Stake Hike in Generali Insurance Joint VenturesOn March 3 2026, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), approved the Central Bank of India (CBI) to acquire addition...
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ACC Re-appoints Dr. Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi as Drugs Controller General of IndiaIn March 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) chaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, approved the reappointment of Dr. Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi as Drugs Controller General (India) (DCGI) at the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).Key Details of Re-appointment:Extension Period: The reappointment has been made on a contract basis for a further period of 1 year with effect from (w.e.f.) March 01, 2026, or till the appointment of a regular incumbent to the post, or until further orders, whichever is the earliest.Tenure Extension: He was initially appointed as DCGI on 23 February 2023, and the current reappointment marks his second tenure extension, after his term was earlier extended until February 2026.
ACC Re-appoints Dr. Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi as Drugs Controller General of IndiaIn March 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) chaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, approved the reappointment of Dr. Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi as Drugs Controller General (India) (DCGI) at the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).Key Details of Re-appointment:Extension Period: The reappointment has been made on a contract basis for a further period of 1 year with effect from (w.e.f.) March 01, 2026, or till the appointment of a regular incumbent to the post, or until further orders, whichever is the earliest.Tenure Extension: He was initially appointed as DCGI on 23 February 2023, and the current reappointment marks his second tenure extension, after his term was earlier extended until February 2026.
ACC Re-appoints Dr. Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi as Drugs Controller General of IndiaIn March 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) chaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, approved the reappointment of Dr. Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi a...
German DEG & Citi Provide USD 76 Million Funding to Shriram FinanceIn March 2026, German development finance institution DEG (Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH) and Citibank N.A. (Citi) jointly granted USD 76 million (nearly Rs 630 crore) co-financing lending facility to Shriram Finance Limited (SFL), one of India’s largest Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), to support financial inclusion and sustainable mobility in India.This marks the 2nd such collaboration between the two co-financing partners after the successful transaction supporting CreditAccess Grameen in 2024.Key Details of Funding:Funding Structure: The funding has been arranged through External Commercial Borrowings (ECBs), under which DEG has extended a USD 46 million (EUR 40 million) loan, while Citigroup (Citi) has provided a Rs 260 crore loan to Shriram Finance.Citi also acted as the Lead Arranger and Coordinator for the transaction.Target Areas: The proceeds from DEG will be used towards financing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women borrowers, Electric Vehicles (EVs), and customers in underserved areas, enabling access to formal credit through SFL’s networks across India.
German DEG & Citi Provide USD 76 Million Funding to Shriram FinanceIn March 2026, German development finance institution DEG (Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH) and Citibank N.A. (Citi) jointly granted USD 76 million (nearly Rs 630 crore) co-financing lending facility to Shriram Finance Limited (SFL), one of India’s largest Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), to support financial inclusion and sustainable mobility in India.This marks the 2nd such collaboration between the two co-financing partners after the successful transaction supporting CreditAccess Grameen in 2024.Key Details of Funding:Funding Structure: The funding has been arranged through External Commercial Borrowings (ECBs), under which DEG has extended a USD 46 million (EUR 40 million) loan, while Citigroup (Citi) has provided a Rs 260 crore loan to Shriram Finance.Citi also acted as the Lead Arranger and Coordinator for the transaction.Target Areas: The proceeds from DEG will be used towards financing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women borrowers, Electric Vehicles (EVs), and customers in underserved areas, enabling access to formal credit through SFL’s networks across India.
German DEG & Citi Provide USD 76 Million Funding to Shriram FinanceIn March 2026, German development finance institution DEG (Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH) and Citibank N.A. (Citi) jointly granted USD 76 million (nearly Rs ...
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MOHFL Signs USD 100 Million NCD Deal with ADB to Boost Affordable Housing in IndiaIn March 2026, Motilal Oswal Home Finance Limited (MOHFL) signed a USD 100 million debt financing agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) to expand affordable housing finance in India.Key Details of Deal:Purpose: The funds will be raised as Indian Rupee (INR)-equivalent debt and will mainly be used to provide affordable housing loans to women borrowers, particularly in underserved Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities and emerging towns.Green Housing Allocation: Around 10% of the proceeds will be utilised to finance the construction of green-certified residential housing units, promoting environmentally sustainable building practices.Significance: This strategic partnership will help MoHFL expand affordable housing finance in underserved and emerging towns across India.
MOHFL Signs USD 100 Million NCD Deal with ADB to Boost Affordable Housing in IndiaIn March 2026, Motilal Oswal Home Finance Limited (MOHFL) signed a USD 100 million debt financing agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) to expand affordable housing finance in India.Key Details of Deal:Purpose: The funds will be raised as Indian Rupee (INR)-equivalent debt and will mainly be used to provide affordable housing loans to women borrowers, particularly in underserved Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities and emerging towns.Green Housing Allocation: Around 10% of the proceeds will be utilised to finance the construction of green-certified residential housing units, promoting environmentally sustainable building practices.Significance: This strategic partnership will help MoHFL expand affordable housing finance in underserved and emerging towns across India.
MOHFL Signs USD 100 Million NCD Deal with ADB to Boost Affordable Housing in IndiaIn March 2026, Motilal Oswal Home Finance Limited (MOHFL) signed a USD 100 million debt financing agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) through Non-Convertibl...
SEBI Deploys in-house AI System ‘Sudarshan’, Removes over 1.2 Lakh Misleading Finfluencers ClaimsIn March 2026, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has deployed an in-house Artificial Intelligence (AI) system named ‘Sudarshan ’ to strengthen digital monitoring of financial content across online platforms.The AI-based system has so far facilitated the removal of more than 1.20 lakh misleading social media posts shared by unregistered financial influencers.Key Features:AI-Based Monitoring: The AI system scans and keeps track of large volumes of audio, video, and text context across various digital platforms.Detection of Violations: It also enables the regulatory body to monitor patterns which indicate any unregistered advisory activity and misleading claims, enabling faster identification of potential breaches of securities norms.
SEBI Deploys in-house AI System ‘Sudarshan’, Removes over 1.2 Lakh Misleading Finfluencers ClaimsIn March 2026, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has deployed an in-house Artificial Intelligence (AI) system named ‘Sudarshan ’ to strengthen digital monitoring of financial content across online platforms.The AI-based system has so far facilitated the removal of more than 1.20 lakh misleading social media posts shared by unregistered financial influencers.Key Features:AI-Based Monitoring: The AI system scans and keeps track of large volumes of audio, video, and text context across various digital platforms.Detection of Violations: It also enables the regulatory body to monitor patterns which indicate any unregistered advisory activity and misleading claims, enabling faster identification of potential breaches of securities norms.
SEBI Deploys in-house AI System ‘Sudarshan’, Removes over 1.2 Lakh Misleading Finfluencers ClaimsIn March 2026, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has deployed an in-house Artificial Intelligence (AI) system named ‘Sudarshan ’ to stren...
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UN Report: Women Hold Only 64% of Legal Rights GloballyIn March 2026, the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General released a report titled “Ensuring and Strengthening Access to Justice for All Women and Girls”, revealing that women worldwide hold only 64% of the legal rights of men in nearly 70% of countries surveyed, resulting in pervasive discrimination and social exclusion.Key Findings of the Report:Violence: In 54% of countries, rape is not legally defined based on consent, while digital violence against women and girls is increasing with limited accountability for perpetrators.Marriage: National laws in nearly three out of four countries still permit girls to be forced into marriage.Pay: In 44% of countries, laws do not mandate equal remuneration for work of equal value, allowing legal gender pay disparities.Equality: According to the report, no country in the world has yet achieved full legal equality between women and men.
UN Report: Women Hold Only 64% of Legal Rights GloballyIn March 2026, the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General released a report titled “Ensuring and Strengthening Access to Justice for All Women and Girls”, revealing that women worldwide hold only 64% of the legal rights of men in nearly 70% of countries surveyed, resulting in pervasive discrimination and social exclusion.Key Findings of the Report:Violence: In 54% of countries, rape is not legally defined based on consent, while digital violence against women and girls is increasing with limited accountability for perpetrators.Marriage: National laws in nearly three out of four countries still permit girls to be forced into marriage.Pay: In 44% of countries, laws do not mandate equal remuneration for work of equal value, allowing legal gender pay disparities.Equality: According to the report, no country in the world has yet achieved full legal equality between women and men.
UN Report: Women Hold Only 64% of Legal Rights GloballyIn March 2026, the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General released a report titled “Ensuring and Strengthening Access to Justice for All Women and Girls”, revealing that women worldwide hold only ...
Pondicherry University Signs MoU with CCPD to Advance Disability Rights and InclusionIn March 2026, Pondicherry University (PU), Puducherry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD), under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE) to strengthen institutional ties in the domains of disability rights, accessibility, and inclusive education.Key Details of MoU:Objective: The MoU aims to advance accessibility and inclusion for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in higher education through joint research, internships, academic exchanges, capacity building, conferences, and structured academic engagement in disability rights and policy.Support: Pondicherry University promotes inclusive education through free education and fee waivers for PwD students, the Higher Education for Persons with Special Needs (HEPSN) unit, and specialized programmes such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Disability Rehabilitation and Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) coaching.Significance: The MoU will promote accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in Indian educational institutions.
Pondicherry University Signs MoU with CCPD to Advance Disability Rights and InclusionIn March 2026, Pondicherry University (PU), Puducherry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD), under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE) to strengthen institutional ties in the domains of disability rights, accessibility, and inclusive education.Key Details of MoU:Objective: The MoU aims to advance accessibility and inclusion for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in higher education through joint research, internships, academic exchanges, capacity building, conferences, and structured academic engagement in disability rights and policy.Support: Pondicherry University promotes inclusive education through free education and fee waivers for PwD students, the Higher Education for Persons with Special Needs (HEPSN) unit, and specialized programmes such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Disability Rehabilitation and Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) coaching.Significance: The MoU will promote accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in Indian educational institutions.
Pondicherry University Signs MoU with CCPD to Advance Disability Rights and InclusionIn March 2026, Pondicherry University (PU), Puducherry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabil...
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