National News
- NITI Aayog Recommends Adding Coking Coal to Critical Minerals List: NITI Aayog recommended adding coking coal to India’s critical minerals list, emphasizing its importance in steel production and infrastructure development.
- Gwalior Unveils India’s First Self-Sufficient Gaushala with a CBG Plant: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India’s first modern, self-sufficient gaushala in Laltipara, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.
International News
- UK and India to Relaunch FTA Talks in Early 2025: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the resumption of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with India, set to restart in early 2025.
- Mali’s Junta Replaces Prime Minister Choguel Maiga with Abdoulaye Maiga: Mali’s ruling military junta announced the dismissal of Prime Minister Choguel Maiga.
State News
- Tamil Nadu’s AI Mission: Tamil Nadu announced the establishment of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) with an AI lab to foster research, development, and support startups and academic institutions.
- Bihar to Host Khelo India Youth Games: Bihar will host the prestigious Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) and the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) in April 2025.
Business News
- SEBI Removes 1% Mandatory Security Deposit Requirement: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) abolished the mandatory requirement for companies to deposit 1% of the issue size with stock exchanges before launching a public issue.
Environmental News
- Delhi Air Pollution Crisis: Delhi’s air pollution crisis worsened, with high levels of particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) and other pollutants creating severe health and environmental issues.
Cultural News
- Bali Celebrates Hindu Festival of Gratitude: Bali celebrated the Ngusaba Goreng, a two-week-long Thanksgiving festival celebrating a rich harvest.
Sports News
- India vs. Australia 3rd ODI: India defeated Australia by 21 runs in the 3rd ODI match, clinching the series 2-1.
Political News
- Rio G20 Summit Declaration: 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.
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.
Table of Contents
1. What did NITI Aayog recommend adding to India’s critical minerals list? A) Iron ore B) Bauxite C) Coking coal D) Copper Answer: C) Coking coal
2. Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate India’s first modern, self-sufficient gaushala? A) Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh B) Jaipur, Rajasthan C) Laltipara, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh D) Patna, Bihar Answer: C) Laltipara, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
3. Which country announced the resumption of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with India in early 2025? A) Canada B) Australia C) United States D) United Kingdom Answer: D) United Kingdom
4. Who was replaced by Abdoulaye Maiga as Prime Minister of Mali? A) Choguel Maiga B) Ibrahim Boubacar Keita C) Bah Ndaw D) Assimi Goïta Answer: A) Choguel Maiga
5. Which Indian state announced the establishment of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) with an AI lab? A) Maharashtra B) Tamil Nadu C) Karnataka D) Gujarat Answer: B) Tamil Nadu
6. Which state will host the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) and Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) in April 2025? A) Uttar Pradesh B) Madhya Pradesh C) Bihar D) Rajasthan Answer: C) Bihar
7. What did SEBI abolish for companies before launching a public issue? A) Auditing requirements B) Mandatory security deposit requirement C) Corporate governance standards D) IPO application fees Answer: B) Mandatory security deposit requirement
8. Which city faced a severe air pollution crisis with high levels of particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10)? A) Mumbai B) Kolkata C) Chennai D) Delhi Answer: D) Delhi
9. What Hindu festival of gratitude was celebrated in Bali? A) Diwali B) Pongal C) Ngusaba Goreng D) Holi Answer: C) Ngusaba Goreng
10. 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
11. 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
12. What is India’s projected GDP growth rate for 2024? A) 5% B) 6% C) 7% D) 8% Answer: C) 7%
13. 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
14. In which country did China unveil a $1.3 billion megaport? A) Brazil B) Argentina C) Peru D) Chile Answer: C) Peru
15. 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
16. Where did Australia’s University of Wollongong open its India campus? A) Mumbai B) Delhi C) Bengaluru D) Gandhinagar Answer: D) Gandhinagar
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Which organization added Armenia as its 104th member? A) World Health Organization (WHO) B) International Solar Alliance (ISA) C) World Trade Organization (WTO) D) United Nations (UN) Answer: B) International Solar Alliance (ISA