India cancelled the Certificates of Registration of 36 NBFCs due to regulatory non-compliance.
Capital Adequacy Norms Amendment
RBI issued the Capital Adequacy Third Amendment Directions, 2026 , updating prudential norms for commercial banks.
🔶 FinTech Regulation
CRED Approved as Payment Aggregator
The RBI authorised CRED (operated by Dreamplug Technologies) to function as a Payment Aggregator under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 .
🔶 Banking Sector Reforms
EASE Reform Agenda for PSBs
The Enhanced Access and Service Excellence (EASE) reform programme has improved asset quality, customer service, digital capabilities, and governance standards in Public Sector Banks .
🔶 Economic Research & Forecasting
CRISIL Economic Outlook Report
CRISIL Limited released the report “India Outlook: Wading through Squally Waters,” analysing economic growth trends and macroeconomic challenges.
🔶 Insurance Sector Leadership
HDFC ERGO CEO Appointment
HDFC ERGO General Insurance appointed Parthanil Ghosh as its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer .
🔶 Maritime Diplomacy
INS Trikand Participation in Mauritius National Day
INS Trikand will participate in the 58th National Day celebrations of Mauritius , reinforcing maritime cooperation.
🔶 Technology & Social Media
Meta Acquires Moltbook Platform
Meta Platforms acquired Moltbook , a social networking platform designed for AI agents , signalling advancements in AI-driven digital interaction.
🔶 Defence Exports
Indonesia to Procure BrahMos Missiles
Indonesia agreed to purchase BrahMos missile , marking a significant expansion of India’s defence exports.
🔶 Public Health Partnerships
WHO Foundation–Novo Nordisk Collaboration
The WHO Foundation partnered with Novo Nordisk to address childhood obesity in India .
🔶 Planetary Science & Research Sites
Devon Island – Mars Analog Research Site
Devon Island is the largest uninhabited island on Earth and is used by scientists as a Mars analog site for planetary exploration research .
🔶 Important Days & Observances
World Sleep Day 2026
Observed on 13 March 2026 with the theme “Sleep Well, Live Better.”
International Day of Action for Rivers – 14 March
The day highlights the importance of river conservation and sustainable water management .
Pi Day – 14 March
Celebrated globally to honour the mathematical constant π (pi ≈ 3.14) and promote interest in mathematics.
Month: Current Affairs - March 14, 2026
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