Supreme Court Verdict on Aligarh Muslim University: The Supreme Court reaffirmed that institutions of national importance can retain their minority status under Article 30 of the Constitution. This ruling resolves debates on the coexistence of “national” and “minority” traits in institutions1.
🌍 World’s First CO₂-to-Methanol Conversion Plant: NTPC inaugurated the world’s first CO₂-to-methanol conversion plant at its Vindhyachal facility. This plant aims to convert carbon dioxide into methanol, contributing to sustainable energy solutions2.
🌐 Israeli Researchers Develop In-Memory Computing Software: Israeli researchers developed software that enables computers to process data directly in memory, bypassing the need for the central processing unit (CPU). This innovation aims to tackle the “memory wall” problem and improve computing efficiency2.
🏸 PV Sindhu Badminton Centre Foundation Stone Laid: The foundation stone for the PV Sindhu Centre for Badminton and Sports Excellence was laid in Visakhapatnam. The center will be spread over 2 acres of land and aims to nurture badminton talent2.
🇦🇺 India-Australia Joint Military Exercise: The joint military exercise “AUSTRAHIND” between India and Australia commenced in Pune. This exercise aims to enhance military cooperation and interoperability between the two nations2.
🌿 Proposals for Green Hydrogen Research Centres: The government has sought proposals for establishing Green Hydrogen Research Centres to promote research and development in green hydrogen technologies.
🏆 Third Rohini Nayyar Prize Awarded: The third Rohini Nayyar Prize was awarded to 28-year-old Odisha engineer Anil Pradhan for his contributions to science and technology.
🌐 State Bank of India Launches Innovation Hub: The State Bank of India launched an innovation hub at the Singapore Fintech Festival to foster innovation and collaboration in the fintech sector.
🌟 Shiv Nadar Tops Hurun India Philanthropy List: Shiv Nadar topped the Hurun India Philanthropy List 2024 for his significant contributions to philanthropy.
🌐 First Digital Population Clock of Bengaluru: The first digital population clock of Bengaluru was inaugurated at the Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC). This clock provides real-time data on the city’s population growth.
🌿 Gujarat’s Dedicated Semiconductor Policy: Gujarat became the first state in India to implement a dedicated semiconductor policy to boost the semiconductor industry.
📅 National Legal Services Day: National Legal Services Day is observed in India on November 9 to provide free legal assistance and support to society’s most vulnerable sections.
1. What did the Supreme Court reaffirm regarding institutions of national importance? A) They cannot have minority status B) They can retain their minority status under Article 30 C) They must only admit national students D) They must follow a unified curriculum Answer: B) They can retain their minority status under Article 30
2. Where was the world’s first CO₂-to-methanol conversion plant inaugurated? A) NTPC’s Vindhyachal facility B) BHEL’s Haridwar plant C) Tata Power’s Mundra plant D) Reliance’s Jamnagar refinery Answer: A) NTPC’s Vindhyachal facility
3. What innovation did Israeli researchers develop to improve computing efficiency? A) Quantum computing algorithms B) In-memory computing software C) Advanced GPU architecture D) Cloud computing protocols Answer: B) In-memory computing software
4. Where is the PV Sindhu Centre for Badminton and Sports Excellence being built? A) Hyderabad B) Chennai C) Visakhapatnam D) Bengaluru Answer: C) Visakhapatnam
5. What is the name of the joint military exercise between India and Australia that commenced in Pune? A) INDRA B) AUSTRAHIND C) MALABAR D) YUDH ABHYAS Answer: B) AUSTRAHIND
6. What has the government sought proposals for establishing? A) Solar Energy Research Centres B) Wind Energy Research Centres C) Green Hydrogen Research Centres D) Electric Vehicle Research Centres Answer: C) Green Hydrogen Research Centres
7. Who was awarded the third Rohini Nayyar Prize? A) Anil Pradhan B) Raghuram Rajan C) K. Sivan D) Arunachalam Muruganantham Answer: A) Anil Pradhan
8. Where did the State Bank of India launch its innovation hub? A) Mumbai B) Bengaluru C) Singapore D) New Delhi Answer: C) Singapore
9. Who topped the Hurun India Philanthropy List 2024? A) Mukesh Ambani B) Azim Premji C) Shiv Nadar D) Ratan Tata Answer: C) Shiv Nadar
10. Where was the first digital population clock of Bengaluru inaugurated? A) IISc Bangalore B) ISEC C) NIMHANS D) NIAS Answer: B) ISEC
11. Which Indian state became the first to implement a dedicated semiconductor policy? A) Maharashtra B) Tamil Nadu C) Gujarat D) Karnataka Answer: C) Gujarat
12. What is observed on November 9 in India? A) National Science Day B) National Education Day C) National Legal Services Day D) National Sports Day