1. National Current Affairs

Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Nikhil Khadse announced a nationwide ASMITA League to celebrate International Women’s Day on 8 March 2026.
The initiative is part of the ASMITA programme (Achieving Sports Milestone by Inspiring Women Through Action) launched under the Khelo India Mission.
The league will be organized at 250 locations across India.
Expected participation: around 2.5 lakh women athletes.
Athletics events included:
- 100 metres
- 200 metres
- 400 metres
Categories:
- Under-13
- 13–18 years
- 18+ years
Since its launch in 2021, the ASMITA programme has organized:
- 2600+ leagues
- 34 sports disciplines
- Participation of over 3 lakh women
- Coverage across 550+ districts in India.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is planning seven major missions by March 2026 to strengthen India’s space capabilities.
Key missions include:
- Gaganyaan uncrewed test mission
- Multiple PSLV and GSLV launches
- Commercial satellite deployments.
Launch vehicles involved:
- LVM3 rocket
- PSLV N1 mission
- GSLV F17 mission
The Gaganyaan mission aims to send Indian astronauts (Vyomnauts) into space in the coming years.
The programme supports the government’s target of 50 rocket launches within five years.

The 25th edition (Silver Jubilee) of the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) was organized in New Delhi from 25–27 February 2026.
Venue: Taj Palace, New Delhi.
Organized by: The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI).
Theme: “Transformations: Vision, Voices and Values for Sustainable Development.”
The summit focused on:
- Climate change
- Sustainable energy
- Green economy
- Global environmental governance.

2. International Current Affairs

The 57th session of the United Nations Statistical Commission is being held from 3–6 March 2026 in New York, USA.
Organized by: United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA).
Major agenda topics:
- Global statistical data systems
- Digital data governance
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) monitoring
- Data modernization in developing economies.

Rising tensions in the Middle East involving Iran, Israel, and the United States have disrupted several international events.
Impacts include:
- Closure of regional airspace
- Delays in international sporting competitions
- Travel disruptions for athletes.
Some global sports competitions have been postponed or cancelled due to security concerns.

The global sports economy is valued at approximately 2.3 trillion US dollars.
The sector includes:
- Tourism linked to sporting events
- Media broadcasting rights
- Sponsorship and merchandising.
Climate change and extreme weather events are emerging risks affecting international sports infrastructure and event scheduling.

The World Baseball Classic (WBC) 2026 tournament started on 4 March 2026.
It features top international baseball players including:
- Shohei Ohtani (Japan)
- Aaron Judge (USA)
- Juan Soto (Dominican Republic).
The tournament has become one of the largest international baseball competitions, promoting global participation and national representation.

The UK Open Darts Championship 2026 will be held from 6–8 March 2026 in Minehead, England.
Total players participating: 152 competitors.
Key players in the tournament include:
- Luke Littler
- Luke Humphries
- Gian van Veen.
Format:
- 128 professional tour card holders
- 16 open qualifiers
- 8 development tour players.

Security concerns related to the Middle East crisis have affected several international competitions.
Key impacts:
- Suspension of some football matches in Iran, Qatar, and Bahrain.
- Delays in travel for athletes participating in global events.
- Some motorsport and tennis events under review for safety considerations.

International Women’s Day is celebrated every year on 8 March.
Objective:
- Promote gender equality
- Recognize women’s achievements
- Encourage women’s participation in economic and social development.
India will celebrate the day through initiatives such as the ASMITA Women’s Sports League.