India’s Global Finance Recognition: Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das was recognized as the world’s top central banker by Global Finance magazine, marking his second consecutive win with an A+ grade for inflation control and economic stability. The State Bank of India also won the title of Best Bank in India at the same event
78th Infantry Day Celebrations: The Indian Army observed its 78th Infantry Day, commemorating the arrival of Indian troops in Srinagar in 1947 during the first Indo-Pak conflict. Ceremonies were held across military stations to honor the contributions of infantry soldiers
Environmental Conservation in Arunachal Pradesh: Namdapha National Park and Kamlang Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh were declared Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs). This designation aims to protect the biodiversity and ecosystems of these regions, which house various endangered species
India-Singapore Naval Exercise (SIMBEX): The annual Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) was held at the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam. This exercise focuses on enhancing cooperation and operational synergy between the navies of both countries
Renewable Energy in Assam: The Asian Development Bank approved a $434 million loan for a 500 MW solar plant in Assam, contributing to India’s clean energy goals and boosting energy security
RBI Governor’s Global Recognition: Shaktikanta Das, Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, received an A+ rating from Global Finance magazine, marking him as the world’s top central banker for his role in economic stability and inflation control. The State Bank of India was also awarded the title of Best Bank in India.
Indian Army’s Infantry Day: The Indian Army celebrated the 78th Infantry Day, commemorating the arrival of Indian forces in Srinagar in 1947 during the first Indo-Pakistan conflict. Events honoring the contributions of infantry soldiers were conducted at various military stations.
Eco-Sensitive Zones in Arunachal Pradesh: Namdapha National Park and Kamlang Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh were declared Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) to protect their rich biodiversity and ecosystems, home to many endangered species.
India-Singapore Naval Exercise: The 31st Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) was held at the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam. The exercise focused on enhancing operational cooperation between the Indian and Singaporean navies.
Asian Development Bank Loan for Assam’s Renewable Energy: The ADB approved a $434 million loan for the development of a 500 MW solar plant in Assam, supporting India’s renewable energy initiatives and improving energy security in the region.
- Which Indian banking institution was named the Best Bank in India by Global Finance magazine in October 2024?
- A) HDFC Bank
- B) State Bank of India
- C) ICICI Bank
- D) Axis Bank
- Answer: B) State Bank of India
- On which date does the Indian Army celebrate Infantry Day to honor the first deployment of Indian troops to Srinagar in 1947?
- A) October 15
- B) October 23
- C) October 27
- D) October 30
- Answer: C) October 27
- Who is the current RBI Governor awarded the world’s top central banker title by Global Finance magazine?
- A) Raghuram Rajan
- B) Shaktikanta Das
- C) Duvvuri Subbarao
- D) Urjit Patel
- Answer: B) Shaktikanta Das
- Which two national parks in Arunachal Pradesh were recently designated as Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs)?
- A) Bandhavgarh and Kanha
- B) Namdapha and Kamlang
- C) Ranthambore and Sariska
- D) Sundarbans and Manas
- Answer: B) Namdapha and Kamlang
- Where was the 31st Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) conducted in 2024?
- A) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- B) Mumbai
- C) Kochi
- D) Visakhapatnam
- Answer: D) Visakhapatnam
- Which organization approved a $434 million loan for a solar plant project in Assam?
- A) World Bank
- B) Asian Development Bank (ADB)
- C) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
- D) New Development Bank (NDB)
- Answer: B) Asian Development Bank (ADB)
- The Namdapha National Park is located in which Indian state?
- A) Assam
- B) Sikkim
- C) Arunachal Pradesh
- D) Meghalaya
- Answer: C) Arunachal Pradesh
- Who was recently appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Punjab?
- A) Anurag Verma
- B) KAP Sinha
- C) Himanshu Pathak
- D) Rajeev Ranjan
- Answer: B) KAP Sinha
- Which country recently signed an agreement with the IMF for global poverty eradication?
- A) India
- B) United Arab Emirates
- C) United States
- D) Japan
- Answer: B) United Arab Emirates
- The Asian Development Bank’s loan to Assam will support the development of which type of energy project?
- A) Wind Energy
- B) Biomass Energy
- C) Solar Energy
- D) Hydroelectric Energy
- Answer: C) Solar Energy