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- Which of the following has recently (in September ‘24) launched the ‘Health Dynamics of India (Infrastructure and Human Resources) 2022-23’ report?
1) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
2) World Health Organization
3) International Labour Organization
4) National Medical Commission
5) NITI AayogAnswer-1) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Explanation:
On September 9, 2024, Union Secretary Apurva Chandra, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), launched the ‘Health Dynamics of India (Infrastructure and Human Resources) 2022-23‘ report in New Delhi (Delhi).
This annual publication, which was previously called Rural Health Statistics, has been published since 1992.
The report gives comprehensive insights into the country’s healthcare infrastructure and workforce with updates as of March 31 each year.
The report examines and compares health infrastructure and manpower data from 2005 to 2023, with a special focus on the period from 2022 to 2023, highlighting both advancements and areas needing improvement.
The report includes focused insights on healthcare infrastructure and personnel in rural, urban, and tribal regions, aiding in targeted planning and policymaking. - Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) introduced “Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR)”, a multi-institutional initiative to boost research in Higher Education Institutions?
1) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
2) Anusandhan National Research Foundation
3) University Grants Commission
4) All India Council for Technical Education
5) NITI AayogAnswer-2) Anusandhan National Research Foundation
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, Narendra Modi, Prime Minister (PM) of India chaired the 1st meeting of the Governing Board of Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) at his residence in New Delhi, Delhi.
The meeting focused on India’s Science and Technology landscape and discussion on redesigning of research and development (R&D) programmes.
ANRF introduced “Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR)”, a multi-institutional initiative to enable collaboration between top-tier institutions and those with limited research capabilities.
ANRF unveiled the Mission for Advancement in High-impact Areas (MAHA), a mission mode programme to accelerate research in key strategic and emerging areas.
ANRF Centre of Excellence (ACE) was introduced to establish world-class research centers with substantial funding support, providing cutting-edge infrastructure for ambitious scientific endeavors.
ANRF aims to enhance India’s global competitiveness in key areas. ANRF’s programmes on solution focused research will focus on sectors like solar cells, health technology, smart infrastructure, and sustainable agriculture.
The foundation’s initiatives align with India’s goals for Viksit Bharat 2047, integrating global best practices. - Which company has recently (in September ‘24) signed a MoU with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and launched a skill development initiative?
1) Swiggy
2) Flipkart
3) Porter
4) Amazon
5) ZomatoAnswer-1) Swiggy
Explanation:
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Swiggy Limited and launched ‘Swiggy Skills’, an initiative which offers employment opportunities within Swiggy’s food delivery and quick commerce network.
The initiative was launched by Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State(MoS) (Independent Charge, IC), MSDE in New Delhi(Delhi). It aligns with the Government’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
Swiggy’s partner platform will be integrated into Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) as part of the initiative, providing access to online skill development courses, certifications, and training modules to Swiggy’s workforce.
It will benefit 2.4 lakh delivery partners and restaurant employees linked with Swiggy. - Name the country where the Indian Navy(IN)’s P8I aircraft recently (in September ‘24) reached to participate in the 16th edition of Exercise Kakadu 2024.
1) United States of America
2) Thailand
3) Mongolia
4) Australia
5) JapanAnswer- 4) Australia
Explanation:
Exercise Kakadu 2024, the 16th edition of the biennial exercise led by Royal Australian Navy(RAN) and supported by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) is being held in Darwin, Australia from September 7 to 20, 2024.
The Indian Navy(IN)’s P8I aircraft, led by Captain Ajay Kanwar, has arrived in Darwin, Australia, to participate in Ex Kakadu 2024.
Ex Kakadu 2024 is being held under the theme “Regional Cooperation through Trusted and Proven Partnerships”.
The exercise involves over 3,000 personnel from 32 nations and features 13 warships, a submarine, over 10 aircraft including maritime patrol units and unmanned systems.
Exercise Kakadu, inceptioned in 1993, is the flagship regional international engagement activity of RAN. - Name the webpage that was recently (in September ‘24) launched during the India-US Defence Summit held at Stanford University in the United States of America (USA) to help investors.
1) NIRMAN
2) INDUS-X
3) Krishi Katha
4) PRAVAAH
5) BhusanketAnswer-2) INDUS-X
Explanation:
A new INDUS-X web page has been launched during the 3rd edition of the two-day India-United States Defence Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) Summit, which was concluded at Stanford University in Silicon Valley, California, the United States of America (USA) on September 10, 2024.
The INDUS-X web page is a platform for investors and startups to learn about the program, its objectives, and partnership opportunities. It includes a database of participating companies and upcoming activities.
The theme of the summit is ‘Harnessing Investment Opportunities to Enhance Cross-Border Defence Innovation Ecosystems’.
The USA and Indian companies highlighted INDUSWERX, a testing consortium led by private-sector organisations, provides enterprises for new technology testing and experimentation.
The INDUS-X initiative was launched on June 21 2023 by the USA DoD and the MoD, GoI during Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi’s state visit to Washington, DC, USA. - Who will be most likely to become the world’s 1st trillionaire by 2027, according to the report of Informa Connect Academy?
1) Mukesh Ambani
2) Elon Musk
3) Gautam Adani
4) Ratan Naval Tata
5) Bernard ArnaultAnswer-2) Elon Musk
Explanation:
According to an Informa Connect Academy report titled “2024 Trillion Dollar Club” , Elon Musk, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Tesla Motors and SpaceX , is most likely to become the world’s 1st trillionaire by 2027.
As per the report, Elon Musk who is currently, the richest man in the world with total net worth of USD 248 billion(as per the Bloomberg Billionaires Index on September 12, 2024) to become the world’s 1st trillionaire requires his wealth to grow at an average annual growth rate of nearly 110%.
The report estimated that Gautam Adani(USD 111 billion), Chairman of Adani Group (India) will become the 2nd trillionaire by 2028, if his ports-to-power conglomerate continues to grow at an average annual rate of approximately 123%.
Jensen Huang(USD 95 billion), CEO of NVIDIA, the United States of America(USA) has been ranked at 3rd position among the top 10 individuals to become trillionaires, is estimated to surpass the trillion-dollar mark by 2028, if his company grows at an average annual rate of 111.88%.
As per the report, the USA-based software company, Microsoft Corporation has topped among the trillion-dollar businesses in 2024, with a market capitalization of USD 3.394 trillion(as of 3rd July 2024), followed by Apple and NVIDIA ranked at 2nd and 3rd position with market capitalization of USD 3.323 trillion and USD 3.057 trillion respectively. Click here to read more. - Which small finance bank has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with United India Insurance Company Limited (UIIC) to offer a wide range of general insurance solutions to its customers?
1) AU Small Finance Bank Limited
2) Capital Small Finance Bank Limited
3) Jana Small Finance Bank
4) Shivalik Small Finance Bank
5) Utkarsh Small Finance Bank LimitedAnswer-1) AU Small Finance Bank Limited
Explanation:
Jaipur (Rajasthan) based AU Small Finance Bank Limited (AU SFB) has partnered with Chennai (Tamil Nadu, TN) based United India Insurance Company Limited (UIIC) to offer a wide range of general insurance solutions to AU SFB’s customers.
The partnership aims to provide reliable insurance options in various categories, leveraging UIIC’s broad network and AU SFB’s increasing infrastructure.
It includes motor insurance, personal accident insurance, crop insurance, property insurance, shopkeeper insurance, cyber incident insurance. - Who is set to be re-elected as the President of Fédération Internationale de Hockey (FIH – International Hockey Federation) for a 2nd term?
1) Klaus Schwab
2) Mohammad Tayyab Ikram
3) Harsh Pati Singhania
4) Mark Rutte
5) René FaselAnswer- 2) Mohammad Tayyab Ikram
Explanation:
Mohammad Tayyab Ikram is set to become the President of Fédération Internationale de Hockey(FIH- International Hockey Federation) for the second term. He has been serving as the 13thPresident of FIH since 2022.
For the first time in the history of FIH, Ikram is set to be re-elected as the President of FIH unopposed.
The election for the post of FIH President; FIH Ordinary Executive Board Member female and male will be elected during the 49th FIH Statutory Congres in Muscat, Oman on 9th November 2024.
Prior to becoming President of FIH in 2022, He has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Asian Hockey Federation. He has been a member of FIH Executive Board since 2016.
He has also served as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Olympic Solidarity Commission.
He was awarded a prestigious title of Dato’ from Malaysia (2010), FIH President’s Award (2002) and Performance Medal by Governo de Macau (1998). - When is National Forest Martyrs Day celebrated across India?
1) July 26
2) June 17
3) May 4
4) September 11
5) August 10Answer-4) September 11
Explanation:
National Forest Martyrs Day is annually observed across India on 11 September to commemorate brave Forest Guards, Foresters, Range Forest Officers (RFOs), and other frontline personnel officers and officials who laid down their lives while protecting India’s forests and wildlife wealth.
The day raises awareness about the importance of forests and the risks forest officials face in protecting them.
In 2013, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India (GoI) officially declared 11 September as National Forest Martyrs Day.
It was established to remember the Khejarli Massacre in 1730, which took place in Khejarli, Rajasthan.
‘Khejri’ (Prosopis cineraria) is the most dominant tree in western Rajasthan.
It was declared a state tree in the year 1982-83. This tree is termed as “Kalpavriksha of Thar Desert“, or “The King of Desert.” Click here to read more. - Name the England Cricketer who has recently (in September 2024) announced his retirement from International cricket.
1) Moeen Ali
2) Shahid Afridi
3) Pat Cummins
4) David Warner
5) Dawid MalanAnswer- 1) Moeen Ali
Explanation:
England’s Cricketer Moeen Ali has retired from international cricket. He last played for the England team in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s Twenty20 (T20) World Cup 2024, co-hosted by the West Indies and the United States of America (USA) in June 2024.
He made his international debut in 2014 against West Indies and he has played 138 One Day Internationals (ODIs), 92 T20 Internationals (T20Is), and 68 Tests.
He was a part of the England team that won the 2019 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, held in England and Wales (the United Kingdom), and the 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, held in Australia.
His 204 Test wickets made him the third-best England spinner in the format, after Derek Underwood (297) and Graeme Swann (255).
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