Daily GK One Liners: March 9, 2025

🗞 Daily GK One Liners: March 9, 2025

Your quick summary of the day's important events across National, International, Business, Defence, Sports, and Important Days.

PM Modi Launches Development Projects in Gujarat on Women’s Day: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates multiple development initiatives in Navsari, Gujarat, emphasizing women-led progress on International Women’s Day.
Amit Shah Unveils Education and Infrastructure Projects in Junagadh: Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurates Darshan of Somnath Jyotirling, lays the foundation of a military school and sugar mill at Brahmanand Vidyadham, lauding Shri Muktanand Bapu’s educational contributions.
Punjab Launches ‘Project Hifazat’ to Protect Women and Children: Punjab Government rolls out an emergency helpline system under Project Hifazat, combining helplines 181, 1098, and ERSS-112 to provide swift support to victims of violence.

RBI Grants One-Year Extension to IndusInd Bank CEO: Sumant Kathpalia receives a one-year extension as MD & CEO of IndusInd Bank from March 24, 2025, after RBI declines the board’s three-year proposal for the second time.

India Signs $248 Million Deal with Russia for T-72 Tank Engines: The Ministry of Defence inks a deal with Rosoboronexport for T-72 tank engines in Fully Formed, CKD, and SKD formats to boost India’s defence capabilities.

IndiGo Becomes World’s Second Fastest-Growing Airline in 2024: IndiGo records 134.9 million seats with 1% YoY growth in capacity and leads globally in flight frequency growth at 7% YoY; second only to Qatar Airways.

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📚 Daily Current Affairs March 9, 2025 – Explore the full article and stay updated.

ONOP (One Nation: One Port Process): Standardizes operations across all major ports to reduce logistics costs, streamline documentation, and boost overall efficiency.
Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI) 2023–24: Benchmarks port service quality, competitiveness, and sustainability to drive performance improvements.
Bharat Global Ports Consortium: Expands India’s maritime influence by forging international partnerships, attracting foreign investments, and upgrading port infrastructure.
Smart Port Digitalization: Embraces AI, blockchain, and automation for faster cargo clearance, real-time tracking, and increased security.
Sustainability and Green Shipping: Prioritizes renewable energy use, eco-friendly construction, and carbon emission reductions to align with global environmental goals.

Strategic Insights: Understand how India’s modernization efforts can reshape global trade routes and strengthen the nation’s maritime standing.
Operational Benefits: Learn how standardized port processes and emerging technologies cut costs and reduce turnaround times.
Sustainable Vision: Explore India’s plans for green shipping and renewable energy integration, promoting a future-focused maritime sector.

New Tiger Reserve Announced: On March 9, 2025, Madhav National Park in Madhya Pradesh was officially declared India’s 58th Tiger Reserve, boosting national conservation efforts.
Strengthening ‘Tiger State’ Status: With this addition, Madhya Pradesh now hosts nine tiger reserves—more than any other Indian state.
Habitat Details: Spread across 1,751 sq. km in Shivpuri, the park includes a 375 sq. km core area and a 1,276 sq. km buffer zone, offering a mix of forests, grasslands, and water bodies.
Tiger Reintroduction Success: Currently home to five tigers, including two cubs born after the 2023 reintroduction initiative; more tigers to be added to strengthen population diversity.
Future Conservation Plans: Efforts include corridor expansion, AI-based monitoring, community participation, and eco-tourism development.
Tourism & Local Benefits: The reserve will generate jobs through sustainable tourism and conservation-linked livelihoods for nearby communities.
India’s Broader Tiger Mission: This move aligns with India’s Project Tiger vision, aiming to protect ecosystems, promote biodiversity, and lead global tiger conservation.

Conservation in Action: Understand how India is restoring tiger populations through scientific reintroductions and habitat revival.
Tiger Tourism & Local Livelihoods: Explore how Madhav’s transformation supports eco-tourism and community empowerment.
India’s Global Leadership: Learn how this milestone strengthens India’s status as home to 75% of the world’s wild tigers and a leader in conservation strategy.