- US Returns Looted Artifacts: The United States returned over 1,400 looted artifacts worth $10 million to India, including a celestial dancer sandstone sculpture.
- Prime Minister Modi Honored in Nigeria: During his visit to Nigeria, Prime Minister Modi was awarded a prestigious national honor, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria in 17 years.
- Karnataka Bank Launches Student Financial Products: Karnataka Bank introduced two student-focused financial products, ‘KBL Peak’ and ‘KBL Genius’, to support students in achieving their academic goals.
International News
- Typhoon Man-yi Strikes Northern Philippines: Super Typhoon Man-yi, locally known as Pepito, made a second landfall on the Philippines’ main island of Luzon, causing widespread damage.
- University of Wollongong Opens India Campus: Australia’s University of Wollongong inaugurated its India campus at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) in Gandhinagar.
State News
- Odisha’s Coastal Villages Recognized as ‘Tsunami Ready’: 24 coastal villages from six districts in Odisha were recognized as ‘Tsunami Ready’ by UNESCO.
- India’s Hypersonic Missile Test: India successfully conducted the flight trial of its first long-range hypersonic missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha.
Business News
- Tata Electronics Acquires Stake in Pegatron’s iPhone Plant: Tata Electronics acquired a 60% stake in Pegatron’s iPhone plant in Tamil Nadu, forming a joint venture to strengthen Tata’s role as an Apple supplier.
Defence News
- Exercise ‘Poorvi Prahar’: The Indian Army conducted Exercise ‘Poorvi Prahar’ to enhance its operational readiness and combat capabilities.
Environmental News
- Global Energy Efficiency Alliance: The Global Energy Efficiency Alliance was launched to promote energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions globally.
Health News
- World Diabetes Day: Various initiatives and campaigns were launched to raise awareness about diabetes and promote healthy living.
Technology News
- AI Preparedness Index 2023-24: The global AI market is expected to grow significantly, reshaping labor markets and industries.
Cultural News
- Bodoland Mohotsav: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first-ever Bodoland Mohotsav in Delhi.
Sports News
- Swiss Open Indoor Archery: Indian archer Atanu Das secured a bronze medal at the Swiss Open Indoor Archery in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Infrastructure News
- China’s Megaport in Peru: China unveiled a $1.3 billion megaport in Chancay, Peru, aimed at connecting South America to Asia and boosting regional trade.
Weather News
- Tropical Storm Sara: Tropical Storm Sara made landfall in northern Honduras, bringing heavy rain and the threat of life-threatening flooding to parts of Central America and southern Mexico.
Education News
- University of Wollongong Opens India Campus: Australia’s University of Wollongong inaugurated its India campus at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) in Gandhinagar.
Political News
- Exercise ‘Garud Shakti’: The Indian Army contingent departed for the 9th edition of the joint exercise with Indonesia, ‘Garud Shakti 24’, in Jakarta.
Economy News
- Fastest Growing G20 Economy: India’s 7% GDP growth tops G20 Chart. India has emerged as the fastest-growing economy among G20 countries, with a projected GDP growth rate of 7% for 20241.
Appointments & Resignations
- Government Appoints K Sanjay Murthy as Next CAG: The government has announced the appointment of K Sanjay Murthy as the next Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India.
1. How many looted artifacts did the United States return to India? A) 500 B) 800 C) 1,200 D) 1,400 Answer: D) 1,400
2. Which Indian Prime Minister was awarded a prestigious national honor during a visit to Nigeria? A) Narendra Modi B) Manmohan Singh C) Atal Bihari Vajpayee D) Rajiv Gandhi Answer: A) Narendra Modi
3. What student-focused financial products were launched by Karnataka Bank? A) KBL Student and KBL Scholar B) KBL Edu and KBL Smart C) KBL Peak and KBL Genius D) KBL Learn and KBL Grow Answer: C) KBL Peak and KBL Genius
4. Which country did Typhoon Man-yi strike, causing widespread damage? A) Japan B) China C) Philippines D) Indonesia Answer: C) Philippines
5. Where did the University of Wollongong open its India campus? A) Mumbai B) Delhi C) Bengaluru D) Gandhinagar Answer: D) Gandhinagar
6. How many coastal villages in Odisha were recognized as ‘Tsunami Ready’ by UNESCO? A) 12 B) 18 C) 24 D) 30 Answer: C) 24
7. Where did India conduct the flight trial of its first long-range hypersonic missile? A) Chandipur B) Balasore C) Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island D) Pokhran Answer: C) Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island
8. Which company acquired a 60% stake in Pegatron’s iPhone plant in Tamil Nadu? A) Reliance Industries B) Tata Electronics C) Wipro D) Infosys Answer: B) Tata Electronics
9. What is the name of the exercise conducted by the Indian Army to enhance its operational readiness? A) Exercise ‘Garud Shakti’ B) Exercise ‘Poorvi Prahar’ C) Exercise ‘Vajra Prahar’ D) Exercise ‘Indra’ Answer: B) Exercise ‘Poorvi Prahar’
10. What alliance was launched to promote energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions globally? A) Global Renewable Energy Alliance B) Global Climate Alliance C) Global Energy Efficiency Alliance D) Global Sustainable Energy Alliance Answer: C) Global Energy Efficiency Alliance
11. On which day were various initiatives and campaigns launched to raise awareness about diabetes? A) World Health Day B) World Heart Day C) World Diabetes Day D) World Cancer Day Answer: C) World Diabetes Day
12. What report is expected to highlight the significant growth of the global AI market? A) AI Progress Report 2023-24 B) AI Development Index 2023-24 C) AI Preparedness Index 2023-24 D) AI Innovation Index 2023-24 Answer: C) AI Preparedness Index 2023-24
13. Which festival was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi? A) Bodoland Mohotsav B) Hornbill Festival C) Durga Puja D) Pongal Festival Answer: A) Bodoland Mohotsav
14. Which Indian archer won a bronze medal at the Swiss Open Indoor Archery? A) Deepika Kumari B) Abhishek Verma C) Atanu Das D) Tarundeep Rai Answer: C) Atanu Das
15. In which country did China unveil a $1.3 billion megaport? A) Brazil B) Argentina C) Peru D) Chile Answer: C) Peru
16. Which storm made landfall in northern Honduras, bringing heavy rain and flooding? A) Typhoon Haiyan B) Hurricane Katrina C) Cyclone Fani D) Tropical Storm Sara Answer: D) Tropical Storm Sara
17. Where did Australia’s University of Wollongong open its India campus? A) Mumbai B) Delhi C) Bengaluru D) Gandhinagar Answer: D) Gandhinagar
18. What is the name of the joint exercise between India and Indonesia? A) Exercise ‘Sampriti’ B) Exercise ‘Milan’ C) Exercise ‘Garud Shakti’ D) Exercise ‘Konkan’ Answer: C) Exercise ‘Garud Shakti’
19. Which country has emerged as the fastest-growing economy among G20 countries in 2024? A) China B) USA C) India D) Brazil Answer: C) India
20. Who has been appointed as the next Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India? A) Shashi Kant Sharma B) Vinod Rai C) Rajiv Mehrishi D) K Sanjay Murthy Answer: D) K Sanjay Murthy