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16th March 2026 Daily Current Affairs
🌍 International News
India evacuated more than 550 citizens from Iran through Armenia and Azerbaijan due to rising tensions in West Asia. Many of those evacuated were Indian pilgrims.
Middle East tensions disrupted international flights. Airlines such as Emirates, Etihad, and Air India reduced or suspended some flights because of the conflict situation in the region.
Global energy concerns increased due to the Iran conflict, pushing crude oil prices above $100 per barrel and putting pressure on the Indian rupee and financial markets.
🇮🇳 National News (India)
Rajasthan Assembly passed the “Rajasthan Prohibition of Transfer of Immovable Property in Disturbed Areas Bill.”
Rajasthan became the second state after Gujarat to implement such a law.
The Government launched the “Sujal Gaon ID” initiative under the Jal Jeevan Mission.
It will digitally map rural drinking-water supply systems across villages in India.
India topped the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 (New Delhi) medal tally with 208 medals (75 gold, 69 silver, 64 bronze).
💰 Economy & Business
Rising geopolitical tensions are affecting oil prices, the rupee, and global markets, increasing economic uncertainty worldwide.
⚖️ Science & Health
An indigenous Balloon-Expandable TAVR system for treating severe aortic stenosis has been introduced for pre-clinical studies, aiming to make heart-valve replacement cheaper and less invasive.
📅 Important Day
16 March – National Vaccination Day (India)
Observed to spread awareness about the importance of vaccines and immunization programs.