1. Recent Inauguration of India's First Oil Palm Processing Mill: The Prime Minister of India recently inaugurated the first oil palm processing mill under Mission Palm Oil in which state? Answer: Arunachal Pradesh. The Chief Minister inaugurated the first oil palm processing mill in Arunachal Pradesh.
2. Bill Passed by the United States to Ban TikTok: On March 13, 2024, the United States House of Representatives passed a bill with a strong bipartisan majority that could potentially impose a ban on the popular social media platform TikTok in the country.
3. India's New Semiconductor Projects: Key Highlights: Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation for three semiconductor projects worth approximately 1.25 trillion rupees. These projects are geared towards transforming India into a global semiconductor hub, promoting economic development, and fostering innovation in the country. The three semiconductor projects are located in Gujarat's Dholera Special Investment Region (DSIR).
4. Launch of PM-SURAJ Portal: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 'Prime Minister's Social Upliftment and Employment Foundation' (PM-SURAJ) national portal during a program organized by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The launch event reaffirmed the government's commitment to prioritize the welfare of marginalized communities and provide loan assistance to one lakh entrepreneurs from marginalized groups.
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5. FLY91: India's Latest Regional Airline: On March 14, 2024, a new regional airline named FLY91 was launched in India. Supported by aviation veteran Manoj Chako, the airline was virtually inaugurated by Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. FLY91's inaugural flight took off from the Mopa Airport in Goa, connecting Lakshadweep. Plans for expansion and development were also unveiled.