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- Which ministry has organised the 3rd edition of World Food India (WFI 2024) from 19th to 22nd September 2024, in New Delhi, Delhi?
1) Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
2) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
3) Ministry of Fisheries Animal Husbandry and Dairying
4) Ministry of Women and Child Development
5) Ministry of Food Processing IndustriesAnswer-5) Ministry of Food Processing Industries
Explanation:
The 3rd edition of World Food India (WFI 2024), the biennial mega food event, organised by The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), was held from 19th to 22nd September 2024, in Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, Delhi.
The event aims to integrate innovation, technology, and sustainability in the food processing sector.
World Food India 2024 was organised under the theme ‘Processing for Prosperity’.
The World Food India 2024 witnessed participation from over 90 countries, 26 Indian States and Union Territories, and 18 Central Ministries and allied government bodies.
During World Food India 2024, the National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM)-Kundli, Haryana signed 19 MoUs, completed 3 technology transfers and launched 2 products.
Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), inaugurated the 2nd edition of the Global Food Regulators Summit (GFRS 2024) held from 20th to 21st September 2024 in New Delhi, Delhi.
This Summit was organized by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
The 6th State Food Safety Index (SFSI 2024), an annual report evaluating the food safety performance of Indian states and union territories was also released during the event.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) of Brazil under the umbrella of Global Food Regulators Summit, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on 21st September 2024. Click here to read more. - Which department/ministry implements the “Make in India” program, which completes a decade in September 2024?
1) Department of Financial Services
2) Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion
3) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
4) Department of Personnel and Training
5) Ministry of Home AffairsAnswer- 2) Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion
Explanation:
On 25th September 2024, “Make in India”, the flagship programme of the Government of India (GoI), completed a decade (10 years) of empowering India to become a global manufacturing hub. It has played a crucial role in boosting domestic manufacturing, fostering innovation, enhancing skill development, and facilitating foreign investment.
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi launched the “Make in India” initiative on 25th September, 2014 at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, Delhi.
It is being implemented by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry (MoC&I).
India’s FDI inflow has increased exponentially by 119%, from USD 304 billion (2004-14) to USD 667.4 billion (2014-24). This investment inflow spans across 31 states and 57 sectors, promoting growth across diverse industries.
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme was launched in 2020 across 14 key manufacturing sectors, with budget allocation of Rs 1.97 lakh crores. The scheme aims to create 60 lakh new jobs and an additional production of 30 lakh crore during the next 5 years.
PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (NMP), a strategic initiative of Government of India (GoI) launched on 13th October, 2021, aimed at achieving Aatmanirbhar Bharat and a USD 5 trillion economy by 2025 through the creation of multimodal and last-mile connectivity infrastructure.
On 30th September 2024, the MoC&I introduced the 7th Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP 2024) to further strengthen the Make in India initiative.
It aims to establish a seamless business regulatory framework across the country, enhancing the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB). Click here to read more. - Which company has developed the recently launched (in September ‘24) ‘Single Window IT (SWIT)’ platform?
1) Cognizant
2) Cisco Systems
3) Accenture
4) Dev Information Technology
5) Tata Consultancy ServicesAnswer-4) Dev Information Technology
Explanation:
On 16th September 2024, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi launched the ‘Single Window IT (SWIT)’ platform developed by Dev Information Technology Limited (DEV IT) under the guidance of the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) during the event held in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
This state-of-the-art online platform aims to simplify bureaucratic procedures and enhance transparency for entities setting up operations in the IFSCs.
The System brings together different Government Agencies & Regulators on a single digital platform, including Department of Commerce under Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Department of Revenue under Ministry of Finance, Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).
SWIT System enables applicants to submit applications, obtain approvals, and fulfil approval related regulatory requirements through digital means in a simple, seamless and secure manner. - Which company has recently (in September ‘24) received the approval from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to establish a Joint Venture (JV) named “AeroSystems Private Limited” in collaboration with Israel Aerospace Industries Limited (IAI)?
1) REC Limited
2) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
3) Bharat Electronics Limited
4) Central Electronics Limited
5) Cochin Shipyard LimitedAnswer-3) Bharat Electronics Limited
Explanation:
Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) has received approval from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to establish a Joint Venture (JV) named “BEL IAI AeroSystems Private Limited” in collaboration with Israel Aerospace Industries Limited (IAI), Israel.
BEL holds a 40% stake in the JV, while IAI owns the remaining 60%. The JV will operate both in India and Israel.
This new JV will provide repair and maintenance services for the Medium-Range Surface to Air Missile (MRSAM) system used by India’s defence forces, therefore, act as a Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for MRSAM product support. - With which country India has recently (in September ‘24) signed 12 Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) for High Impact Community Development Projects?
1) Japan
2) Zimbabwe
3) Peru
4) Nepal
5) BhutanAnswer- 4) Nepal
Explanation:
On 27th September 2024, India and Nepal signed 12 Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) for High Impact Community Development Projects (HICDPs) in Nepal covering key sectors such as education, health, agriculture, drinking water and culture for strengthening bilateral ties.
The projects will be supported by grant assistance of NRs (Nepalese Rupees) 474 million (approximately Rs 47.4 crore) by the Government of India (GoI).
These projects will be executed by local authorities under the Government of Nepal.
These will improve the educational infrastructure, healthcare services, water supply, agricultural storage, and cultural amenities for local communities. - According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) recent (in September ‘24) report, the dominance of fossil fuels in India’s electricity generation will end by ____________.
1) 2027
2) 2047
3) 2026
4) 2025
5) 2030Answer-5) 2030
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in its latest report, forecasts that the dominance of fossil fuels in India’s electricity generation will end by 2030, with renewable energy expected to surpass 50% of global electricity generation.
This transition is seen as critical for achieving sustainability goals and addressing climate challenges.
The rise of cleaner power generation will address “hard-to-abate” sectors like steelmaking and aviation, where low-carbon alternatives are still emerging.
Tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030 is crucial to meeting global net-zero emission targets by mid-century.
A fully decarbonized global energy system by 2050 is estimated to cost USD 215 trillion. - Who has been recently (in September ‘24) awarded the 2024 SASTRA Ramanujan Prize by the Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy (SASTRA)?
1) V. Srinivas
2) Alexander Dunn
3) Prince Harry
4) Gina Justus
5) Ruixiang ZhangAnswer- 2) Alexander Dunn
Explanation:
Alexander Dunn, a prominent mathematician from Georgia Institute of Technology, the United States of America (USA), has been awarded the 2024 SASTRA Ramanujan Prize instituted by the Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy (SASTRA), a private deemed university in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu (TN).
He is recognized for his significant work in analytic number theory, especially his collaboration with Maksym Radziwill in solving the Kummer-Patterson Conjecture, which pertains to bias in cubic Gauss sums.
Alexander Dunn has made notable strides in mathematics, particularly in analytic number theory. His work is characterized by its depth and innovation, contributing to solving long standing problems in the field.
SASTRA Ramanujan Prize was established in 2005 by SASTRA University to honour young mathematicians who have made significant contributions to areas influenced by the works of legendary Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan.
The recipient receives a cash award of USD 10,000. - Which company has recently (in September ‘24) signed a contract with the Royal Armed Forces of the Kingdom of Morocco to locally manufacture 150 Wheeled Armoured Platform (WhAP) Combat vehicles for Moroccan Defence forces?
1) Tata Advanced Systems Limited
2) Steel Authority of India Limited
3) Mahindra & Mahindra Limited
4) Maruti Suzuki
5) Ashok LeylandAnswer-1) Tata Advanced Systems Limited
Explanation:
Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) and the Royal Armed Forces of the Kingdom of Morocco signed a contract to locally manufacture 150 Wheeled Armoured Platform (WhAP) Combat vehicles for Moroccan Defence forces.
The delivery will be completed over a period of 3 years.
This contract marks the largest deal of an Indian-made armoured vehicle, both domestically and internationally.
WhAP is designed and developed indigenously in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Tata Motors. - What is the name of a temporary “mini-moon”, which will revolve around Earth from 29th September 2024 until 25th November 2024?
1) HD36384 b
2) MWC 758 c
3) 2022 AM5
4) 2024 PT5
5) TOI – 198 bAnswer-4) 2024 PT5
Explanation:
Earth has gained a temporary “mini-moon”, an asteroid named ‘2024 PT5’, which will revolve around Earth from 29th September 2024 until 25th November 2024. This will revolve in a horseshoe shape for around 55 days and then escape Earth’s gravitational pull without completing the full revolution.
2024 PT5, captured by Earth’s gravitational pull, is around 10 meters in diameter. This won’t be visible to the naked eye.
It originates from the Arjuna asteroid belt, which comprises a collection of space rocks that share similar orbits with our planet.
The 2024 PT5 was discovered with the help of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)-funded Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS).
This Near Earth object (NEO) is the 5th detected mini-moon of Earth. The 1st mini-moon, 1991 VG, was spotted in 1991.
The findings about this mini-moon was published in the journal “Research Notes of the American Astronomical Society”. - Which state recently(in September’ 24) signed an MoU with Karnataka to address wildlife and forest management challenges?
1) Maharashtra
2) Haryana
3) Kerala
4) Andhra Pradesh
5) TelanganaAnswer-4) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
On 27 September 2024, Andhra Pradesh(AP) and Karnataka entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to address wildlife and forest management challenges at an Inter-State coordination meeting in Vijayawada, AP.
Aim: To strengthen cross-border conservation efforts, mitigate human-animal conflicts, and promote sustainable forest management practices.
The Karnataka government will train 25 Mahouts and Kavadis identified by the AP government to improve their skills in handling and managing Kumki elephants.
Both states will establish a joint task force for wildlife conservation and protection, including efforts to prevent illegal activities such as poaching and forest degradation.
The MoU emphasizes collaborative efforts to conserve forests, focusing on preventing deforestation, curbing illegal logging, and promoting reforestation initiatives.
The states will work together to curb illegal activities like red sanders smuggling in Andhra Pradesh and sandalwood smuggling in Karnataka.
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