Daily Current Affairs Today 12 March 2026 for SSC And Railway Exams

Daily Current Affairs Today 12 March 2026 for SSC and Railway Exams provides a concise overview of key events and developments from India and around the world. Topics covered include legal decisions by the Supreme Court of India, international defense exercises, economic investments, environmental and scientific research, and government welfare schemes.

By regularly reviewing such updates, aspirants can strengthen their understanding of current events and improve their performance in the General Knowledge and Current Affairs sections of competitive examinations.

Daily Current Affairs Today 12 March 2026 for SSC And Railway Exams

Here is the Daily Current Affairs Today 12 March 2026 for SSC And Railway Exams: 

Euthanasia in India: A Legal Overview

The Supreme Court of India recently permitted passive euthanasia for an individual after 13 years, setting a legal precedent. Harish Rana, in a coma since 2013 from a brain injury, remains on life support. 

His parents sought passive euthanasia due to his prolonged vegetative state. This is the first case in India where passive euthanasia was allowed, approved by Justices Pardiwala and Vishwanathan.

Types of Euthanasia

• Passive Euthanasia: Involves removing life-sustaining medical support (e.g., machines, feeding tubes). The individual then naturally passes away.

• Active Euthanasia: Involves administering a substance (e.g., injection) to directly and quickly end a person's life. Active euthanasia is not allowed in India.

Legal Status in India

Euthanasia is generally not allowed in India. However, Article 21 (Right to Life and Liberty) supports living with dignity. 

Passive euthanasia is permitted under certain legal conditions and specific court approval, building on the precedent set by the Aruna Shanbaug case. Individuals can also create a 'Will' (living will) for future medical treatment wishes.

Reliance Industries' New Oil Refinery in USA

Reliance Industries (India) and America First Refining (USA) are collaborating on a new oil refinery in Texas, USA, at the Port of Brownsville. This approximate $300 billion investment will refine crude oil into petroleum, diesel, and natural gases. 

This is the first oil refinery built in the USA in 50 years, as previous development was hindered by pollution concerns. Donald Trump supported refinery development for economic reasons and job creation. Licensing usually takes 10-15 years, highlighting this project's significance.

India's Oil Refining and Storage

Jamnagar (Gujarat) hosts India's largest oil refinery, operated by Reliance. India also maintains Strategic Petroleum Reserves in underground caverns (e.g., Visakhapatnam, Padur, Mangaluru) for energy security against supply disruptions. These reserves are separate from refineries.

Cold Response Arctic Military Exercise by NATO

The Cold Response Arctic Military Exercise, organized by NATO, takes place in the Arctic Ocean. Involving 14 NATO member countries and thousands of troops, it trains for combat in extreme cold weather conditions (down to -50°C). 

This ensures preparedness for potential conflicts in such environments. Norway declared 2026 the "Year of Total Defense," aligning with Article 5 of NATO's constitution emphasizing preparedness.

NATO Overview

NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization), established in 1949 and headed by the USA, was formed against the USSR. Its 32 members are mainly North American or European, with Turkey as the only Asian member. 

Headquarters are in Brussels, Belgium. Finland and Sweden are the latest additions. India is not a NATO member.

Mauritius National Day Celebrations

Mauritius celebrates its National Day on March 12th. This island country in the Indian Ocean, off eastern Africa, has its capital in Port Louis. It operates with a Prime Minister (Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, as per speaker) and President. 

Formerly a French and then British colony, it gained independence in 1968 and became a republic on March 12, 1992. India and Mauritius share deep relations since 1948, with early deals including Dhruv helicopters. 

Indians have visited since the 1700s, and Hindi is spoken there. (Memory Tip: Mauritius celebrates its National Day on March 12th as a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi's Dandi March, which began on March 12, 1930. Mahatma Gandhi visited Mauritius in 1901.) It is near the Chegos Islands.

Jal Jeevan Mission: Ensuring Water for Rural Households

The Jal Jeevan Mission provides safe drinking water to India's rural areas. Launched in 2019, it aims for "Har Ghar Jal" (Water in Every Household) via tap water facilities. The Ministry of Jal Shakti implements this mission. 

The "Catch the Rain" campaign, initiated by President Droupadi Murmu, is re-launched annually around March 22nd (World Water Day). 

Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 plans 24x7 tap water facilities for rural homes, with ₹8.69 lakh crore allocated until 2028, contributing to "Viksit Bharat" by 2047.

Asteroid 2024 YR4 and James Webb Space Telescope

Asteroid 2024 YR4, discovered in 2024, was identified by the James Webb Space Telescope and the Atlas Survey in Chile. The NASA-operated James Webb Space Telescope replaced the Hubble Telescope in 2016. 

Typically found in the asteroid belt, 2024 YR4 is an S-type asteroid (silicates, iron, nickel), with a diameter of 53 to 67 meters. 

NASA projects a close pass to Earth's Moon in 2032. While expected to pass thousands of kilometers away, a slight path change could result in a collision with the Moon, Earth's natural satellite.

NASA's Mars Study on Devon Island

NASA is establishing a facility on Devon Island to study Mars. Located in the Arctic Ocean as part of Canada, Devon Island has harsh conditions (up to -60°C). 

This archipelago near Baffin Bay and Greenland (world's largest island) mimics the Martian desert envronment, making it ideal for Mars research.

Mars: The Red Planet

Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun, is the "Red Planet" due to high iron oxide. It has a thin atmosphere, unlike Earth's thick one. Evidence of ancient beaches suggests past rivers and water. Mars has two moons: Phobos and Deimos.

India-UK Achievers Award 2026

Jayant Chaudhary received the India-UK Achievers Award 2026 in London, UK. This award recognizes his contributions to Skill India (Kausal Vikas), particularly in skill development and job creation. 

He also promoted girls' participation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. London is on the River Thames.

CISF Raising Day and Recognitions

The CISF (Central Industrial Security Force) Raising Day is on March 10th. CISF personnel protect critical locations like Parliament, industrial facilities, and airports. Operating under the Ministry of Home Affairs, it's part of the CAPF. 

The 57th Raising Day in 2024 was in Odisha (March 6th), presided by Amit Shah. Praveen Ranjan is the current Director General. Established by Parliament in 1968, operations began in 1969. The Assam Rifles is India's oldest paramilitary force.

META Lifetime Achievement Award 2026

Amol Palekar will receive the META Lifetime Achievement Award 2026. META stands for Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions in theater.

The Mahindra Group presents this award, with the ceremony in Delhi from March 19th to 25th, honoring contributions across multiple languages.