Daily Current Affairs – 14 March 2026 | Important Updates for UPSC, SSC, Banking & Government Exams
Major developments include ₹47,600 crore infrastructure projects in Assam, rising West Asia tensions affecting India’s energy security, the launch of an Economic Stabilisation Fund, NavIC satellite failure concerns, and alarming air pollution data from CREA.
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Today’s Current Affairs One-Liners (Quick Revision) – 14 March 2026
PM Launches ₹47,600 Crore Projects in Assam
Prime Minister inaugurated major development projects in Kokrajhar, Guwahati, and Silchar to boost connectivity and energy infrastructure in the North-East.
• Includes Assam Mala 3.0 road network project
• Launch of Kopili Hydro Electric Project (275 MW)
• Expansion of North East Gas Grid Phase-1
West Asia Conflict Threatens Strait of Hormuz
Escalation between the US, Israel, and Iran has raised concerns about disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, a major global oil transit route.
• 90% of India’s LPG imports pass through Hormuz
• 611 Indian seafarers currently in the region
• LPG carriers Shivalik and Nanda Devi safely crossed the Strait
Economic Stabilisation Fund Announced
The Government announced a ₹57,381 crore Economic Stabilisation Fund to cushion the economy against global shocks like rising oil prices.
• Designed to absorb $100 per barrel oil price shocks
• Helps maintain fiscal deficit target
• Supports economic stability during supply disruptions
CPI Inflation Reaches 10-Month High
India’s retail inflation rose to 3.2% in February 2026, mainly due to supply-side pressures.
• Food inflation increased to 3.35%
• Tomato prices surged over 45%
• Precious metals inflation rose sharply
NavIC Satellite IRNSS-1F Atomic Clock Failure
India’s navigation satellite system suffered another setback after the atomic clock failure in IRNSS-1F.
• Sixth clock failure in the NavIC constellation
• Only three satellites fully functional
• Future launches NVS-03 and NVS-04 planned
Nagauri Pan Methi Registered Under PPV&FR Act
Rajasthan’s Nagauri Pan Methi received recognition as a Community Farmers’ Variety.
• Protected under PPV&FR Act 2001
• Scientific name Trigonella corniculata L.
• Known for strong aroma due to local soil chemistry
CREA Report Highlights Air Pollution Crisis
The Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) reported widespread pollution across Indian cities.
• 204 of 238 cities exceeded air quality standards
• Ghaziabad most polluted city
• Chamarajanagar (Karnataka) cleanest city
SBI Signs Strategic Partnership with MUFG Bank
State Bank of India partnered with Japan’s MUFG Bank to enhance cross-border financial cooperation.
• Focus on trade finance and mergers & acquisitions
• Strengthens India–Japan economic ties
BrahMos Missile Export to Indonesia Finalized
India finalized export of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Indonesia.
• Strengthens defence diplomacy in Indo-Pacific
• Helps India reach ₹35,000 crore defence export target
India’s First Digital Twin Platform at VOC Port
The V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (Chennai) launched India’s first Digital Twin platform for port management.
• Uses IoT sensors and drone data
• Helps simulate infrastructure performance
• Improves port efficiency and planning
Detailed Current Affairs
Infrastructure Boost in Assam: Major Development Projects
Category: National Affairs
Why in News
The Prime Minister inaugurated projects worth ₹47,600 crore during a two-day visit to Assam on 13–14 March 2026.
Key Highlights
• Assam Mala 3.0 road connectivity initiative
• Kopili Hydro Electric Project (275 MW)
• North East Gas Grid Phase-1
• Land pattas distributed to tea garden workers
Important Infrastructure Projects
| Project | Investment | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Assam Mala 3.0 | ₹3,200 crore | 900 km road network |
| Shillong–Silchar Corridor | ₹23,550 crore | High-speed connectivity |
| Kopili Hydro Project | ₹2,300 crore | Renewable energy generation |
| North East Gas Grid | ₹9,000+ crore | Regional gas connectivity |
Exam Relevance
• Strengthens Act East Policy
• Boosts North-East integration with national economy
• Important for UPSC GS3 Infrastructure and Regional Development
West Asia Conflict and India’s Energy Security
Category: International Affairs
Why in News
Escalating tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran have threatened shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Key Highlights
• Critical oil and LPG transit route
• Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions
• Potential risk to India’s energy imports
Strategic Importance of Strait of Hormuz
| Factor | Significance |
|---|---|
| Oil transit | ~20% of global oil trade |
| LPG for India | 90% passes through Hormuz |
| Key exporters | Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iran |
Exam Relevance
• Important for UPSC GS2 International Relations
• Direct impact on India’s energy security and foreign policy
Economic Stabilisation Fund: Government’s Fiscal Response
Category: Banking & Economy
Why in News
The Union Government created a ₹57,381 crore Economic Stabilisation Fund to manage global economic shocks.
Key Highlights
• Designed to handle oil price volatility
• Helps stabilize supply chain disruptions
• Maintains fiscal deficit targets
Inflation Data (February 2026)
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| CPI Inflation | 3.2% |
| Food Inflation | 3.35% |
| Gold Inflation | 48.2% |
| Silver Inflation | 160% |
Exam Relevance
• Important concept for UPSC Economy
• Demonstrates counter-cyclical fiscal policy
NavIC Satellite System Faces Technical Challenge
Category: Science & Technology
Why in News
The IRNSS-1F satellite’s atomic clock failed, reducing the operational capacity of India’s navigation satellite system.
Key Highlights
• NavIC requires minimum four satellites for accurate positioning
• Currently only three satellites fully functional
• Indigenous atomic clocks being developed
NavIC Constellation Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System |
| Operational satellites | 7 (original constellation) |
| Coverage | India + 1500 km surrounding region |
| Developed by | ISRO |
Exam Relevance
• Important for UPSC GS3 Space Technology
• Highlights need for technological self-reliance
CREA Air Quality Report: Pollution Crisis
Category: Environment
Why in News
The Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) released an analysis of winter pollution in India.
Key Findings
| Metric | Data |
|---|---|
| Cities analysed | 238 |
| Cities violating standards | 204 |
| Most polluted | Ghaziabad |
| Cleanest city | Chamarajanagar |
Exam Relevance
• Important for UPSC Environment & Ecology
• Highlights gaps in National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)
Important Things to Remember from Today’s Current Affairs
• Assam development projects worth ₹47,600 crore launched
• Economic Stabilisation Fund ₹57,381 crore created
• NavIC satellite IRNSS-1F atomic clock failure reported
• 204 Indian cities exceeded air pollution standards
• Nagauri Pan Methi recognized under PPV&FR Act
• BrahMos missile export to Indonesia finalized
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Quick Revision Facts
• PM launched ₹47,600 crore projects in Assam
• Kopili Hydro Electric Project capacity – 275 MW
• Economic Stabilisation Fund – ₹57,381 crore
• India CPI inflation February 2026 – 3.2%
• 204 of 238 cities breached air quality norms
• Cleanest city – Chamarajanagar (Karnataka)
• NavIC satellite IRNSS-1F clock failure reported
• Nagauri Pan Methi registered as farmers’ variety
• SBI partnered with Japan’s MUFG Bank
• BrahMos export to Indonesia confirmed
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