1 PM Modi No. 1 on YouTube, creates history with 30 million subscribers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set another unprecedented digital milestone by crossing the 30 million subscriber mark on his official YouTube channel . With this historic achievement, he has become the world’s most followed politician on YouTube. Prime Minister Modi joined YouTube in 2007. In this global ranking, Prime Minister Modi is far ahead of his peers. In second place is former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, whose number of subscribers is approximately 6.6 million, which is just one-fourth of Prime Minister Modi’s. PM Modi’s digital reach on YouTube is said to be even wider than that of US leader Donald Trump, with more than seven times the number of subscribers.
2 Contract with M/s Shofft Shipyard Pvt. Ltd., Thane for 04 X 500 Ton Self-Propelled Fuel Barges for Indian Navy
A contract was signed on March 2, 2026 , with M/s Shoft Shipyard Private Limited, Thane (MSME Shipyard) for the construction of 04 X 500T self-propelled fuel barges . These barges are proud flag bearers of the Government of India’s “Make in India” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiatives and will be constructed under the classification rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS). The primary function of these barges will be to supply fuel to ships and submarines located at ports and anchorages . Through this contract, the Indian Navy aims to continuously encourage and strengthen the development of Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) shipyards.
Dol Purnima , also known as Dol Jatra , Doul Utsav or Deul , is one of the most vibrant Hindu festivals celebrated in eastern India (West Bengal, Odisha and Assam). The festival is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Phalguna (February-March) and coincides with Holi, the famous festival of colors. Dol Purnima is deeply associated with the love and devotion of Lord Krishna and Radha, making it an important RadhaKrishna festival.
4 GI-tagged Karbi Anglong ginger from Assam exported for the first time
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said that Assam has achieved a significant milestone in agricultural exports. The first consignment of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong ginger has been sent to London, marking a historic moment for the state’s agriculture sector. The consignment of 21.2 metric tonnes of premium fresh ginger, procured directly from Karbi Anglong farmers, was flagged off from Krishi Bhawan in Guwahati. This is the first time that GI-tagged Karbi Anglong ginger is being exported from Assam to the UK market.
Held at the Attukal Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, Attukal Pongal is the largest gathering of women for any festival in the world. Pongal, meaning ” boiling ,” is a ritual in which women prepare sweet payasam (a pudding made by cooking rice, jaggery, coconut, and bananas) and offer it to the Goddess or “Bhagavathi.”
6 Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Shri Jual Oram inaugurated the Tribal Arts Festival 2026
The Tribal Arts Festival 2026 will be held from March 2-13, 2026 , at the Travancore Palace on KG Marg in New Delhi . Union Minister for Tribal Affairs , Shri Jual Oram, inaugurated the 12-day festival at the Travancore Palace . He reaffirmed the Government of India’s commitment to the systematic economic empowerment of tribal communities as well as the preservation of tribal heritage. Organized by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in collaboration with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICC) and the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), the festival features over 75 tribal artists and over 1,000 artworks representing over 30 tribal art traditions. It is one of the most comprehensive national art festivals showcasing India’s tribal visual culture.
7 World Wildlife Day
World Wildlife Day is celebrated every year on March 3rd . This day is celebrated to highlight the importance of conserving wildlife and its natural habitats. World Wildlife Day reminds us that the Earth has limits, but humanity’s responsibilities are limitless. If we do not adopt sustainable development, green energy, responsible consumption, and conservation-based policies today, future generations will not forgive us. India is among the world’s 17 “mega-biodiverse” countries . It is home to approximately 8% of the world’s known biodiversity , despite covering only 2.4% of the geographical area . The Himalayas, the Western Ghats, the Sundarbans, the Thar Desert, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are all examples of unique ecosystems. India has made significant progress in forest and wildlife conservation. The Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, the establishment of national parks and sanctuaries, Project Tiger, Project Elephant, and the Green India Mission all reflect a serious commitment to conservation. Theme of World Wildlife Day 2026: “ Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods”