- G20 Rio Summit Declaration: The G20 Rio Summit, hosted by Brazil, focused on tackling global challenges and fostering sustainable growth. Key outcomes included the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, the Task Force on a Global Mobilization Against Climate Change, and the Tropical Forest Forever Facility1.
- Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Proposes Revisions: SEBI proposed stricter listing regulations for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to improve transparency and governance. Key changes include enhanced eligibility conditions, tighter corporate governance, and increased scrutiny of IPO fund usage2.
- Bhu-Neer Portal Launched: The Bhu-Neer Portal was launched to provide real-time information on groundwater levels across India.
International News
- Global Energy Efficiency Alliance: The Global Energy Efficiency Alliance was launched to promote energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions globally.
- Waves OTT Platform: The Waves OTT platform was launched, offering a wide range of content for viewers.
State News
- PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme: The PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme was introduced to provide financial assistance to girl students for their education.
- Central Value Added Tax (CENVAT) Credit: The Central Value Added Tax (CENVAT) Credit system was updated to streamline tax credits for businesses.
Business News
- WEP and Urban Company Collaboration: The Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) collaborated with Urban Company to support women entrepreneurs in India.
Environmental News
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Bank: The AI Data Bank was launched to provide comprehensive data on AI developments and applications.
Health News
- The State of the World’s Children 2024: The report highlighted the progress and challenges in child health and well-being globally.
Cultural News
- Francis Xavier Mapping: The Francis Xavier Mapping project was launched to study the salt chimneys at the Dead Sea.
Sports News
- India vs. Australia 3rd ODI: India defeated Australia by 21 runs in the 3rd ODI match, clinching the series 2-1.
Technology News
- AI Preparedness Index 2023-24: The AI Preparedness Index 2023-24 was released, highlighting the global AI market’s growth and its impact on labor markets and industries.
Political News
- Rio G20 Summit: The G20 Rio Summit Declaration focused on building a just world and a sustainable planet.
Economy News
- India’s GDP Growth: India’s GDP growth rate was projected at 7% for 2024, making it the fastest-growing economy among G20 countries.
Appointments & Resignations
- K Sanjay Murthy Appointed as CAG: K Sanjay Murthy was appointed as the next Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India.
Infrastructure News
- China’s Megaport in Peru: China unveiled a $1.3 billion megaport in Chancay, Peru, aimed at boosting regional trade.
Weather News
- Tropical Storm Sara: Tropical Storm Sara made landfall in northern Honduras, bringing heavy rain and flooding.
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.
Cultural Events
- Bodoland Mohotsav: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first-ever Bodoland Mohotsav in Delhi.
1. Which summit declaration focused on tackling global challenges and fostering sustainable growth? A) G7 Summit B) BRICS Summit C) G20 Rio Summit D) ASEAN Summit Answer: C) G20 Rio Summit
2. What did SEBI propose to improve transparency and governance for SMEs? A) Enhanced eligibility conditions B) Tighter corporate governance C) Increased scrutiny of IPO fund usage D) All of the above Answer: D) All of the above
3. What is the purpose of the Bhu-Neer Portal launched recently? A) Provide real-time information on air quality B) Provide real-time information on groundwater levels C) Track agricultural produce D) Monitor deforestation Answer: B) Provide real-time information on groundwater levels
4. What alliance was launched to promote energy efficiency globally? A) Global Renewable Energy Alliance B) Global Climate Change Alliance C) Global Energy Efficiency Alliance D) Global Sustainable Development Alliance Answer: C) Global Energy Efficiency Alliance
5. What new platform was launched offering a wide range of content for viewers? A) Waves OTT Platform B) Streams OTT Platform C) Media OTT Platform D) Broadcast OTT Platform Answer: A) Waves OTT Platform
6. What scheme was introduced to provide financial assistance to girl students for their education? A) PM Vidya Scheme B) PM Shiksha Scheme C) PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme D) PM Lakshmi Scheme Answer: C) PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme
7. What was updated to streamline tax credits for businesses? A) GST Credit System B) Income Tax Rebate System C) CENVAT Credit System D) Corporate Tax Deduction System Answer: C) CENVAT Credit System
8. Which platform collaborated with Urban Company to support women entrepreneurs? A) Women Empowerment Platform B) Women Entrepreneurship Platform C) Female Entrepreneurs Network D) Women Business Forum Answer: B) Women Entrepreneurship Platform
9. What was launched to provide comprehensive data on AI developments and applications? A) AI Innovation Hub B) AI Knowledge Bank C) AI Data Bank D) AI Research Center Answer: C) AI Data Bank
10. Which report highlighted the progress and challenges in child health and well-being globally? A) The State of the World’s Health B) The State of Global Education C) The State of the World’s Children D) The State of Global Economy Answer: C) The State of the World’s Children
11. What project was launched to study the salt chimneys at the Dead Sea? A) Dead Sea Exploration B) Francis Xavier Mapping C) Salt Chimney Project D) Sea Mapping Initiative Answer: B) Francis Xavier Mapping
12. Which team did India defeat in the 3rd ODI match to clinch the series 2-1? A) England B) South Africa C) Australia D) New Zealand Answer: C) Australia
13. What index highlights the global AI market’s growth and its impact on labor markets and industries? A) AI Innovation Index B) AI Development Index C) AI Preparedness Index D) AI Progress Index Answer: C) AI Preparedness Index
14. What was the focus of the G20 Rio Summit Declaration? A) Economic policies B) Climate change and sustainable growth C) Technological advancements D) Trade agreements Answer: B) Climate change and sustainable growth
15. What is India’s projected GDP growth rate for 2024? A) 5% B) 6% C) 7% D) 8% Answer: C) 7%
16. Who was 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
17. In which country did China unveil a $1.3 billion megaport? A) Brazil B) Argentina C) Peru D) Chile Answer: C) Peru
18. 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
19. Where did Australia’s University of Wollongong open its India campus? A) Mumbai B) Delhi C) Bengaluru D) Gandhinagar Answer: D) Gandhinagar
20. 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