Leprosy as Public Health Issue
The World Health Organization (WHO) and Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) verified that Chile has eliminated leprosy as a public health problem .
🔶 Global Technology Events
Mobile World Congress 2026
The world’s largest technology exhibition, MWC 2026 , was held in Barcelona, Spain (2–5 March) , bringing together leaders in mobile technology, AI, and telecommunications.
🔶 International Politics
Nepal Leadership Change
Kathmandu’s mayor Balendra Shah (Balen Shah) is expected to become Prime Minister of Nepal following a landslide electoral victory.
🔶 Judiciary & Constitutional Appointments
Chief Justice of Madras High Court
President Droupadi Murmu appointed Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari as the Chief Justice of the Madras High Court under Article 217 of the Constitution.
🔶 Defence & Strategic Affairs
INS Tarangini – Colombo Visit
The Indian Navy sail training ship INS Tarangini arrived in Colombo, Sri Lanka , after completing a training deployment for Sri Lankan naval trainees.
Strategic Communication Conclave – Indian Army
The Indian Army Central Command organised its first Strategic Communication Conclave in Lucknow to strengthen military communication and information strategy.
🔶 Space, Technology & Innovation
BEL – Bellatrix Aerospace Collaboration
Bharat Electronics Limited signed an MoU with Bellatrix Aerospace to develop satellite systems and space payload technologies .
IBM Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center
IBM launched its first Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center at its India Systems Development Lab in Bengaluru to advance hybrid cloud and AI infrastructure.
🔶 Global Strategic Security
US ICBM Test Launch
The US Air Force Global Strike Command conducted a successful test of the LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California .
🔶 Culture & Digital Heritage
Indian Culture Portal Version 2.0
The Ministry of Culture launched an upgraded version of the Indian Culture Portal , providing improved access to India’s cultural heritage resources.
🔶 Important Day
International Women’s Day – 8 March
Observed globally to celebrate women’s achievements and promote gender equality.
Month: Current Affairs - March 09, 2026
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