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- Which company has recently (in Dec ‘23) signed a Rs 588.68 crore contract with the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to acquire the Digital Coast Guard (DCG) project under the Buy (Indian) category?
1) THDC India Limited
2) Telecommunications Consultants India Limited
3) Indian Telephone Industries Limited
4) RailTel Corporation of India Ltd
5) Mahanagar Telephone Nigam LimitedAnswer-2) Telecommunications Consultants India Limited
Explanation:
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract worth Rs. 588.68 crore with Telecommunications Consultants India Limited (TCIL), Ministry of Communications (MoC), to acquire the Digital Coast Guard (DCG) project under the Buy (Indian) category.
This contract in line with Government of India’s strategic vision for Digital Armed Forces will contribute to the efforts to achieve ‘Atmanirbharta’ in defence.
i. The Digital Coast Guard (DCG) project is a pivotal initiative of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).
ii. The project includes the establishment of a Disaster Recovery Data Center; amplification of connectivity across ICG sites and the development of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. - Which of the following points is “Incorrect” with respect to the 28th edition of Conference of Parties (COP) of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) hosted by the United Arabs of Emirates (UAE) in December 2023?
1) As per the 20th annual report card on the state of the Global Carbon Budget 2023 by the Global Carbon Project (GCP), India is now the 4th largest fossil CO2 emitter in the world.
2) The WMO (World Meteorological Organisation)’s Global Climate Report declared 2023 as the Hottest Year on Record .
3) COP28 approves a “Loss and Damage” fund worth USD 260 Million to help vulnerable countries to cope with extreme weather conditions.
4) The COP28 UAE along with WHO (World Health Organisation) unveiled the “COP28 UAE declaration on Climate and Health”, signed by 123 countries.
5) UAE inaugurated the 2-GW (Gigawatt) Al Dhafra Solar Photovoltaic(PV) Independent Power Project(IPP) situated a few Kilometers (Kms) away from Abu Dhabi, UAE.Answer-1) As per the 20th annual report card on the state of the Global Carbon Budget 2023 by the Global Carbon Project (GCP), India is now the 4th largest fossil CO2 emitter in the world.
Explanation:
The 28th edition of Conference of Parties (COP) of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) held in Dubai, UAE (United Arabs of Emirates). The annual climate summit was held from November 30, 2023 to December 12, 2023. The summit witnessed the participation of more than 70,000 delegates from nearly 200 countries.
Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and UAE Special Envoy for Climate Changes served as President of COP28.
As per the 18th annual report card on the state of the Global Carbon Budget 2023 by the Global Carbon Project (GCP) , the Global emissions of fossil carbon dioxide (CO₂) will increase by 1.1% in 2023. India is now the 3rd largest fossil CO2 emitter in the world.
WMO (World Meteorological Organisation) released the provisional state of the Global Climate Report at the 28th COP meeting in Dubai, UAE and declared 2023 as the Hottest Year on Record.
The year 2023 recorded 1.4 degree Celsius higher than pre- industrial levels (1850-1900) according to the data collected till October, 2023.
COP28 approves “Loss and Damage” Fund worth USD 260 Million to help vulnerable countries to cope with extreme weather conditions.
The COP28 UAE along with WHO (World Health Organisation) unveiled the “COP28 UAE declaration on Climate and Health”. It was signed by 123 countries.
The COP28 Presidency unveiled the COP28 UAE Declaration on Climate Relief, Recovery and Peace on December 3, 2023 in Dubai, UAE.
UAE inaugurated the 2-GW (Gigawatt) Al Dhafra Solar Photovoltaic(PV) Independent Power Project(IPP) situated a few Kilometers (Kms) away from Abu Dhabi, UAE. Now, it has become the world’s largest single-site solar power plant just in time for COP28. - The _________ Edition of Joint Military Exercise ‘VINBAX-2023’ between India and Vietnam began at Hanoi, Vietnam in December 2023.
1) 7th
2) 4th
3) 5th
4) 6th
5) 2ndAnswer-2) 4th
Explanation:
VINBAX-2023, the 4th edition of Joint Military Exercise is being held between India and Vietnam in Hanoi, Vietnam from 11th to 21st December 2023.
Aim: To foster collaborative partnership, inter-operability and share best practices between India and Vietnam under Chapter VII of United Nations (UN) Charter on Peacekeeping Operations.
i. The Indian contingent is represented by 45 personnel including 39 personnel from the Engineer Regiment of the Bengal Engineer Group, and 6 personnel from the Army Medical Corps.
ii. The Vietnam People’s Army contingent is also represented by 45 personnel. - Name the company that has recently (in Dec ‘23) entered into an agreement with Mozambique Ports and Railways (CFM) to supply 10 diesel locomotives along with incidental services.
1) Amtek Railcar Industries
2) RailTel Corporation of India Limited
3) RITES Limited
4) Engineers India Limited
5) Rail Vikas Nigam LimitedAnswer- 3) RITES Limited
Explanation:
RITES Limited (formerly known as Rail India Technical and Economic Service Limited), a Navratna and Schedule ‘A’ Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of Railways (MoR) has entered into an agreement with Mozambique Ports and Railways (CFM), Mozambique.
i. As per the agreement, RITES will supply 10 diesel locomotives along with incidental services to CFM, Mozambique.
ii. The contract is valued at USD 37.68 million (approximately Rs 314.1 crores) - Which bank has recently (in Dec ‘23) launched an exclusive Saving Bank (SB) Account named ‘Nari Shakti Savings Account’ for women?
1) Punjab National Bank
2) State Bank of India
3) Bank of India
4) ICICI Bank
5) Bank of BarodaAnswer-3) Bank of India
Explanation:
Bank of India (BOI), a leading public sector bank in India, has launched an exclusive Saving Bank (SB) Account named Nari Shakti Savings Account, specifically designed for women aged 18 and above who have an independent source of income.
This account offers benefits and features designed to empower women financially and promote their well-being.
i. It offers advanced benefits and features including discounted health insurance and wellness products, and complimentary facilities for Platinum SB account holders.
ii. Discounts on locker facilities for Gold and Diamond SB account holders and personal accident insurance cover up to Rs. 1 crore.
iii. It also offers free issuance of credit cards, a lower usage limit of up to Rs. 5 lakh for point-of-sale (POS) transactions, and preferential interest rates on personal loans. - Name the bank that has recently (in Dec ‘23) signed a Rs. 80 crore deal with Intellect Design Arena Limited to deploy eMACH.ai powered Cash Management System(CMS).
1) Indian Bank
2) Punjab National Bank
3) Bank of India
4) Bank of Baroda
5) State Bank of IndiaAnswer-1) Indian Bank
Explanation:
Chennai(Tamil Nadu) based Intellect Design Arena Limited has signed a Rs 80 crore worth 5–year deal with Indian Bank to deploy its eMACH.ai powered Cash Management System (CMS) to bolster their Corporate Banking Modernisation.
i. Under ‘INDLEAP’ Project, the Indian Bank Indian Bank has adopted the goal of digital transformation, by leveraging technology wherever possible with transaction banking and supply chain management as growth engines. - Name the Insurance company that has recently (in Dec ‘23) partnered with PhonePe to offer car and bike insurance products.
1) ICICI Lombard General Insurance
2) ACKO General Insurance
3) Bajaj Allianz General Insurance
4) Go Digit General Insurance
5) Cholamandalam MS General InsuranceAnswer- 2) ACKO General Insurance
Explanation:
ACKO General Insurance and PhonePe have partnered to offer car and bike insurance products directly through the PhonePe platform which aims to deliver intuitive, affordable, and reliable insurance coverage to the users.
i. The partnership combines ACKO’s customer-first approach with PhonePe’s extensive distribution network.
ii. This collaboration is facilitated through the cutting-edge partnership Application programming interface (API) stack for seamless integration. - When was the International Day of Neutrality 2023 observed across the globe by the United Nations (UN)?
1) 10th December 2023
2) 12th December 2023
3) 9th December 2023
4) 11th December 2023
5) 8th December 2023Answer-2) 12th December 2023
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Day of Neutrality 2023 was observed across the globe on 12th December 2023 to raise public awareness of the importance of neutrality in intergovernmental relations.
i. The Day also aims to develop peaceful, friendly, and mutually beneficial relations and encourages cooperation between different countries globally.
ii. The 1st International Day of Neutrality was observed on 12 December 2017.
Note: Article 2 of the UN Charter compels member states to settle international disputes peacefully and avoid using force. - What was the theme of United Nations (UN) International Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day 2023 observed on 12th December 2023?
1) Now is the Time for Collective Action
2) Keep the Promise
3) Build the World We Want: A Healthy Future for All
4) Unite for Universal Health Coverage
5) Health For All: Time for ActionAnswer- 5) Health For All: Time for Action
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day 2023 was observed across the globe on 12th December 2023 with the theme of “Health For All: Time for Action.”
The first-ever official UN-designated International UHC Day was observed on 12 December 2018.
i. The 2023 UHC Global Monitoring Report (GMR) estimated that approximately 2 billion faced financial hardships due to health expenses in 2019. While 4.5 billion lacked basic health services in 2021.
ii. The World Health Organisation (WHO) reported that treatment gaps for severe mental illnesses are, ranging from 35–50% in developed nations to 76–90% in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
iii. On 12 December 2023, WHO hosted a webinar to share findings from the new report, Progress Towards Universal Health Coverage: Improving financial protection in the Western Pacific Region. - In December 2023, the Government of Punjab launched “Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwaar”, a state government scheme to ______________.
1) provide awareness about crops to farmers
2) offer financial assistance for Startups
3) provide electricity facilities to un-electrified rural areas
4) deliver 43 citizen-centric services at people’s doorstep
5) provide financial health coverage Government employees, pensionersAnswer- 4) deliver 43 citizen-centric services at people’s doorstep
Explanation:
On December 10, 2023, the Government of Punjab launched “Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwaar”, a state government scheme to deliver 43 citizen-centric services at people’s doorstep.
It was launched by Arvind Kejriwal,Chief Minister (CM) of Delhi and AAP (Aam Aadmi Party) national convenor; and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann during the event held in Ludhiana, Punjab.
i. The scheme will provide hassle-free and straight access to 43 critical Government to Citizen (G2C) services covering around 99% services offered by the Punjab government.
ii. The 43 services include certificates of birth, marriage, death, income, residence, caste, rural area, border area, backward area, pension, payment of electricity bills and land demarcation.
iii. The doorstep service fee is Rs 120 per service (+Govt. fees + Facilitation Charges), and the appointment booking timing is 9AM to 5PM for 7 days a week.
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