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- Which country has recently (in October ‘24) hosted the 19th International Conference of Drug Regulatory Authorities (ICDRA 2024) in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO)?
1) Russia
2) Brazil
3) Belgium
4) India
5) IrelandAnswer-4) India
Explanation:
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), India hosted the 19th International Conference of Drug Regulatory Authorities (ICDRA 2024) in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO). This marks the first time India has hosted the ICDRA since its inception in 1980.
The conference was held from 14th October to 18th October 2024 at Yashobhoomi, India International Convention Centre (IICC) in New Delhi, Delhi.
Union Minister Jagat Praksah Nadda, MoH&FW inaugurated the 19th ICDRA in New Delhi.
Theme of 19th ICDRA: “Smart Regulation: Delivering Quality Assured Medical Products for All”.
The 5-day conference was focused on strengthening global regulatory systems through partnerships and collective efforts. Regulatory bodies from different countries discussed challenges and opportunities in harmonizing regulations for medical products, addressing Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and advancing traditional medicines.
On 16th October 2024, Union Minister of State (MoS) for MoH&FW Anupriya Singh Patel addressed 19th ICDRA. She was accompanied by Dr. VK. Paul, Member (Health), National Institute for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) at the event. Click here to read more. - Which scheme has recently (in October ‘24) converged with the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Scheme to improve healthcare access for ESI beneficiaries?
1) Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
2) Unified Pension Scheme
3) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana
4) Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
5) Atal Pension YojanaAnswer-1) Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
Explanation:
Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)’s Medical Benefit Council has approved the convergence of the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Scheme with Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) to improve healthcare access for ESI beneficiaries.
The decision was made during the 86th Medical Benefit Council meeting chaired by Ashok Kumar Singh, Director General (DG) of ESIC in New Delhi, Delhi.
This aims to enhance medical services and includes initiatives like annual health check-ups and awareness camps for early diagnosis and improved healthcare delivery.
The council also approved the implementation of the Common Support Mission (CSM) for states to improve and strengthen ESI’s medical service delivery system in states with a focus on the Insured Persons(IP) centric approach. - Which country hosted the 16th BRICS summit from 22nd to 23rd October, 2024?
1) Italy
2) Russia
3) Brazil
4) India
5) ChinaAnswer-2) Russia
Explanation:
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi visited Russia from 22nd to 23rd October 2024 to attend the 16th BRICS(Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) Summit in Kazan, Russia following an invitation from Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The BRICS Summit 2024 was held under the chairmanship of the Russian Federation in Kazan, Russia from October 22 to 24, 2024. The summit was chaired by Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation. The theme of the Summit was ‘Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security, which aimed to provide an important platform for leaders to discuss key global issues.
The BRICS Summit 2024 concluded with the adoption of the ‘Kazan Declaration’.
The grouping was formed in September 2006 and it originally comprised Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRIC). It was renamed as BRICS after South Africa was accepted as a full member in September 2010.
PM Narendra Modi addressed two sessions of the BRICS Summit. In his address, he emphasized upon taking a people-centric approach to tackle challenges like conflicts, adverse climatic impacts, and cyber threats.
He also suggested the need for early adoption of a Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism at the United Nations to combat the menace of terrorism. Click here to read more. - Which bank has recently (in October 2024) inaugurated its first branch in Singapore to provide banking services?
1) State Bank of India
2) Union Bank of India
3) HDFC Bank Limited
4) ICICI Bank
5) Indian Overseas BankAnswer-3) HDFC Bank Limited
Explanation:
HDFC Bank Limited inaugurated its first branch in Singapore to provide banking services in Singapore. HDFC Bank has received the wholesale banking license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) with effect from 15th October 2024.
The branch was inaugurated by Rakesh Singh, Group Head of International Banking, Investment Banking, Private Banking, Digital Ecosystems and Banking as a Service (BaaS), HDFC Bank in the presence of Gaurav Khandelwal, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of HDFC Bank, Singapore.
The HDFC bank will now offer a wide range of financial products and services to residents of Singapore. - Who was recently (in November ‘24) declared as the 6th President of Botswana?
1) Mokgweetsi Masis
2) Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa
3) Dick Schoof
4) Paetongtarn Shinawatra
5) Duma BokoAnswer-5) Duma Boko
Explanation:
On November 1, 2024, the 54-year-old Duma Gideon Boko of Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) coalition was declared as the 6th President of Botswana by getting 25 out of 61 parliamentary seats. He was born on December 31, 1969.
He defeated Incumbent President Mokgweetsi Masis of Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) who secured only one seat. BDP had been in power since the country’s independence in 1966.
He became the leader of the Botswana National Front (BNF) in 2010 and was instrumental in forming the UDC in 2012. He has run for President in previous elections in 2014 and 2019.
He has served as the President of both the BNF and the UDC. - Who has recently (in October’ 24) been designated by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) as the Chairperson of the Board of National Pension System (NPS) Trust?
1) Chitra Jayasimha
2) D K Sunil
3) Raja Randhir Singh
4) Ashok Kumar Singh
5) Venkata Rao YadaginiAnswer-1) Chitra Jayasimha
Explanation:
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has appointed Chitra Jayasimha, who has been serving as Trustee of National Pension System (NPS) Trust Board since 2020, as the chairperson of the Board of NPS Trust with effect from 17th October, 2024.
She succeeded Venkata Rao Yadagini, who was appointed to the position of NPS Trust chairman on 12th December, 2023.
She has an extensive experience of more than 17 years working in various functions at senior levels in Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC).
She is founder, director and consulting Actuary of Universal Actuaries and Benefit Consultants. She was also appointed as Actuary at Sanima Reliance Life (Nepal) and General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC) Reinsurance Company Limited (Bhutan), among others. - Which company has recently (in October ‘24) signed a binding agreement to acquire a 46.8% stake of Orient Cement Limited (OCL) for an equity value of Rs 8,100 crore?
1) Ultra Tech Cement Limited
2) India Cements Limited
3) Ambuja Cements Limited
4) Dalmia Bharat Limited
5) Shree Cement LimitedAnswer-3) Ambuja Cements Limited
Explanation:
On 22nd October 2024, Ambuja Cements Limited (ACL), leading cement company in India and part of the Adani Group announced the signing of a binding agreement to acquire a 46.8% stake of Orient Cement Limited (OCL), owned by C.K. Birla Group, for an equity value of Rs 8,100 crore. The acquisition will be completely funded through internal accruals.
This marks Ambuja Cement’s 4th acquisition since its promoter change and the 3rd acquisition of the ongoing Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25).
ACL will make an open offer at Rs 395.40 per share to the public shareholders of OCL in accordance with the provisions of the Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers (SAST) regulations.
The deal will increase the cement capacity of ACL to 16.6 MTPA, including 8.5 MTPA currently operational, and 8.1 MTPA under development. - Who has recently (in October ‘24) secured a silver medal in the women’s recurve event at the Tlaxcala 2024 Hyundai Archery World Cup Final held in Tlaxcala, Mexico?
1) Sheetal Devi
2) Deepika Kumari
3) Avani Lekhara
4) Sift Kaur Samra
5) Chamari AthapaththuAnswer-2) Deepika Kumari
Explanation:
Deepika Kumari, Indian Female archer has secured a silver medal in the women’s recurve event at the Tlaxcala 2024 Hyundai Archery World Cup Final held in Tlaxcala, Mexico on October 19-20, 2024. This achievement marks her 6th medal at the World Cup Finals. This was her 9th appearance in the finals.
The gold medal was clinched by China’s Li Jiaman
18th Edition of Archery World Cup hosted by World Archery.
Deepika Kumari defeated Yang Xiaolei of China 6-0 in the quarter-finals and Mexico’s Alejandra Valencia 6-4 in the semi-finals.
It should be noted that Dola Banerjee is the only Indian to have won a gold in the World Cup Final in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2007. - When is World Vegan Day annually observed across the globe?
1) September 24
2) July 23
3) August 30
4) October 31
5) November 2Answer-5) November 2
Explanation:
World Vegan Day is annually observed across the globe on November 1 to spread awareness among people about the benefits of a vegan diet on health and well-being.
The day encourages people worldwide to embrace compassionate, sustainable living by promoting plant-based diets and eco-friendly practices.
The first-ever World Vegan Day was observed on 1 November 1994.
The term “vegan” was coined by Donald Watson, an English animal rights activist and Co-founder of the Vegan Society in 1994.
World Vegan Month has been annually celebrated during November, since its establishment in 1994, commencing with World Vegan Day on 1st November to honour the vegan community and its impactful contributions to the world. Click here to read more. - When is the Vigilance Awareness Week (VAW) 2024 observed across India?
1) October 28 to November 3
2) November 1 to 7
3) October 23 to October 31
4) November 5 to 12
5) November 2 to 9Answer-1) October 28 to November 3
Explanation:
The Vigilance Awareness Week(VAW) is annually observed across India during the week which marks the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (31st October).
The annual observance of the week, led by the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), aims to promote integrity, transparency and ethical practices. The week also highlights the key role of vigilance in preventing corruption.
CVC decided to observe the VAW 2024 from 28th October to 3rd November 2024.
The theme of Vigilance Awareness Week(VAW) 2024 is “Culture of Integrity for Nation’s Prosperity”.
The CVC has been running a 3-month campaign associated with the Vigilance Awareness Week from 16th August 2024 to 15th November 2024. Click here to read more.
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