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Current Affairs Today - 11 March 2026

1. Donald Trump Announces $300 Billion Partnership with Reliance Industries to Build First Major U.S. Oil Refinery in 50 Years

The announcement was made by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
The project is a $300 billion energy partnership between the United States and Reliance Industries, an Indian multinational company.
The refinery will be built in the United States.
It will be the first major oil refinery built in the U.S. in nearly 50 years, making it a significant development in the energy sector.
The project aims to increase refining capacity, strengthen energy security, and boost economic cooperation between the U.S. and India.
Mukesh Ambani is the chairman of Reliance Industries, which is one of the largest companies in India.

2. Union Cabinet of India Approves Changes in FDI Rules for Investments from Countries Sharing Land Borders with India

The Union Cabinet of India approved changes in the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy related to countries that share land borders with India.
The decision aims to simplify and clarify investment rules while maintaining safeguards for national security.
According to the policy, companies or investors from neighbouring countries must obtain government approval before investing in India.
This rule mainly applies to countries sharing land borders with India, such as China, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Afghanistan.
The government introduced stricter rules for such investments earlier during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 to prevent opportunistic takeovers of Indian companies.
The new changes aim to improve transparency, regulate foreign investment, and protect strategic sectors of the Indian economy.

3. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Navy Successfully Test Indigenous Air-Droppable Container from Boeing P-8I Poseidon Aircraft

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy successfully tested an indigenous Air-Droppable Container (ADC-150).
The container was tested from the Boeing P-8I Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft used by the Indian Navy.
The ADC-150 is designed to deliver supplies such as food, equipment, and medical aid to naval ships at sea.
The container can carry up to 150 kg of supplies and can be safely dropped from aircraft during maritime missions.
This system will help provide quick logistical support to ships during emergencies, humanitarian missions, and long-distance naval operations.
The successful test highlights India’s progress in indigenous defence technology and self-reliance under the Make in India initiative.

4. Tamil Nadu Plants 20,000 Mangroves Along Buckingham Canal to Improve Climate Resilience in Chennai

The government of Tamil Nadu planted 20,000 mangrove saplings along the Buckingham Canal.
The plantation drive aims to strengthen climate resilience in Chennai, especially against coastal flooding and extreme weather events.
Mangroves help protect coastlines from erosion, storms, and rising sea levels.
The project also helps restore coastal ecosystems and improve biodiversity in the region.
Mangrove forests act as natural barriers against cyclones and coastal disasters, making them important for climate adaptation.
This initiative supports environmental conservation and sustainable coastal management in India.

5. Union Cabinet of India Approves Extension of Jal Jeevan Mission Till December 2028 with ₹8.69 Lakh Crore Outlay

The total budget outlay has been increased to ₹8.69 lakh crore for the mission.
The Jal Jeevan Mission was launched in 2019 by the Government of India.
The main objective of the mission is to provide safe and adequate piped drinking water to every rural household in India.
The programme focuses on functional household tap connections (FHTCs) in rural areas.
The extension will help improve water supply infrastructure, water quality monitoring, and long-term sustainability of drinking water services in India.

6. Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Develops Nuclear-Based Water Purification Technology to Provide Safe Drinking Water in Flood-Affected Areas of Assam

Scientists at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), have developed cost-effective membrane-based water purification technologies.
These technologies can purify contaminated water in flood-affected areas, especially in states like Assam.
The system uses ultrafiltration and nanofiltration membranes to remove microbes, suspended particles, hardness, and heavy metals from water.
The technology has been transferred to about 56 private companies across India for commercial use.
It is already deployed in several states including Gujarat, Odisha, Karnataka, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Bihar, Kerala, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.

7. Government Directs Oil Refineries to Increase LPG Production for Domestic Use

The Government of India has directed oil refineries to increase the production of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).
The decision was taken to ensure adequate supply of cooking gas for households across India.
Oil refineries have been asked to prioritize LPG production over some other petroleum products.
The step aims to reduce dependence on LPG imports and strengthen domestic energy security.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas is widely used in domestic cooking through LPG cylinders in Indian households.

8. Government Introduces AI-Based Platform ‘NETRA’ to Strengthen Dam Safety in India

Union Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Paatil inaugurated the new office of the National Dam Safety Authority.
The National Dam Safety Authority was established under the Dam Safety Act, 2021 to ensure the safety of dams in India.
The minister launched AI-based digital platforms such as “NETRA” and “Rashtriya Bandh Suraksha Darpan” to strengthen dam monitoring and risk assessment.
These platforms will help collect, analyse, and manage dam safety data using modern technology.
The initiative aims to improve dam safety management, disaster preparedness, and water infrastructure monitoring in India.

9. Gujarat Introduces ‘Lake and Air Watch’ Programme for Real-Time Monitoring of Lakes and Air Pollution

The ‘Lake and Air Watch’ initiative has been launched by the government of Gujarat.
The programme aims to monitor the health of lakes and improve air quality across cities in the state.
It will use modern technologies such as digital monitoring systems, satellite data, and air-quality monitoring stations.
The initiative will help authorities identify pollution sources and take timely action to protect the environment.
It supports sustainable environmental management and conservation of water bodies in Gujarat.

10. India held bilateral meetings with Germany and Indonesia at ITB Berlin 2026 to enhance tourism cooperation and promote sustainable travel.

India held bilateral tourism meetings with Germany and Indonesia.
The meetings took place during ITB Berlin 2026, a major global tourism exhibition.
ITB Berlin is held annually in Berlin and is one of the largest tourism trade fairs in the world.
The discussions focused on strengthening tourism partnerships, promoting sustainable tourism, and increasing tourist exchanges.
The event provides a platform for countries to showcase tourism opportunities and develop international cooperation in the tourism sector.