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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • September 6, 2023 Current Affairs
1.
Which state in India has announced that all schools in the state will have Saturdays off, starting from September 6, 2023?
Andhra Pradesh
Telangana
Karnataka
Nagaland
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Nagaland government has announced that all schools in the state will have Saturdays off, starting from September 6, 2023. This decision was made by the state's Advisor for School Education & SCERT, Dr. Kekhrielhoulie Yhome, during the State-level Teacher's Day celebration in Kohima on September 5, 2023. The reason for the decision is to give teachers and students a break from the daily grind and to allow them to spend more time with their families and friends. Dr. Yhome said that teachers are not slaves and they need time for their families, while children also need time to relax and play outside of the classroom.

2.
Which police training institute has been awarded the Union Home Minister's Trophy for the best police training institute for the year 2021-22?
National Police Academy, Hyderabad
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy, Lucknow
National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science, New Delhi
Assam Rifles Training Centre & School (ARTC&S), Shokhuvi, Nagaland
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Assam Rifles Training Centre & School (ARTC&S) in Shokhuvi, Nagaland has been awarded the Union Home Minister's Trophy for the best police training institute for the year 2021-22. The award was presented by Ajay Kumar Bhalla, Home Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs of India, at a ceremony held at the Bureau of Police Research & Development Headquarters in New Delhi on September 5, 2023.

3.
Which organization is partnering with the Indian Air Force to co-host the 'Bharat Drone Shakti 2023'?
Ministry of Civil Aviation
National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra
Drone Federation of India
Confederation of Indian Industry
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is collaborating with the Drone Federation of India to jointly organize 'Bharat Drone Shakti 2023.' This event is scheduled for September 25 and 26, 2023, and will take place at the IAF's Hindan airbase in Ghaziabad.

4.
Which company has partnered with India Post to strengthen the e-commerce export ecosystem in India and offer an e-commerce enablement platform to India Post sellers?
FedEx
DHL
Shiprocket
Blue Dart
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Shiprocket has partnered with India Post to enhance the e-commerce export ecosystem in India and provide its e-commerce enablement platform to India Post sellers.

5.
What is the name of the Indian Air Force's annual training exercise that is currently taking place in the northern and western sectors of India?
Trishul
Garuda
Vajra
Arjun
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has kicked off its annual mega-training exercise, Trishul, which is a crucial event aimed at bolstering its operational readiness and capabilities. This extensive exercise is organized by the Western Air Command (WAC) and spans a vast geographical area, from Leh in Kashmir to Nal in Rajasthan.

6.
Who is the new Principal Chief Operations Manager of Central Railway?
Mukul Jain
Suresh Kumar
Rajesh Kumar
Shyam Sunder Gupta
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Shyam Sunder Gupta is the new Principal Chief Operations Manager of Central Railway. He took over the position on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Gupta is a 1992 batch officer of the Indian Railway Traffic Service. He has held various positions in the railway, including Divisional Railway Manager of Nagpur and Bhubaneswar divisions.

7.
Who launched the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Program in India?
Narendra Modi
Dharmendra Pradhan
Amit Shah
Piyush Goyal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Minister for Education, launched the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Program in India on September 6, 2023. The program is a collaboration between the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Ministry of Education. It aims to improve the quality of teacher training in India by providing tailored training programs for teachers in higher education institutions.

8.
Which state will have the country's first solar city?
Andhra Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh
Gujarat
Rajasthan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The country's first solar city will be inaugurated in Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh on September 7, 2023. The city will be powered by solar energy and will have several features that make it sustainable, such as electric vehicles, rainwater harvesting, and waste management systems. The project is being implemented by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) and the Madhya Pradesh government. It is expected to cost around Rs 1,000 crore and will be completed in three phases.

9.
Who is the author of the book 'Fire on the Ganges: Life Among the Dead in Banaras,' released by Harper Collins on September 5, 2023?
Radhika Iyengar
Arundhati Roy
Chetan Bhagat
Jhumpa Lahiri
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Radhika Iyengar is the author of the book 'Fire on the Ganges: Life Among the Dead in Banaras,' released by HarperCollins. The book explores the city of Banaras (also known as Varanasi) in India, particularly its relationship with death and the afterlife. Radhika Iyengar is an award-winning journalist. She won the Red Ink Award for Excellence in Indian Journalism (2018).

10.
Which company is the official sponsor of the Indian contingent for the 19th Asian Games 2022?
Patanjali
Dabur
Amul
Nestle
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Amul has been named as the official sponsor of the Indian Contingent for the 19th Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou, China. Amul is a dairy cooperative in India. It is the largest food brand in India. Amul has been associated with Indian sportspersons since the London 2012 Olympics. The company has partnered with the Indian Olympic Association to sponsor all Indian contingents to the Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and Asian Games.

11.
What date has the United Nations designated as the International Day of Police Cooperation?
September 7
October 5
December 16
September 6
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The United Nations has designated September 7 as the International Day of Police Cooperation, recognizing the essential work of the world's law enforcement community in global security. The first International Day of Police Cooperation is observed on September 7, 2023.

12.
Which country has unveiled the world's first portable hospital Arogya Maitri Cube?
India
China
United States
Japan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India has unveiled the world's first portable disaster hospital, the Arogya Maitri Cube. The hospital is a modular facility that can be airlifted and assembled in a matter of hours. It is equipped with a range of medical equipment, including an operation theatre, ICU, and laboratory. The Arogya Maitri Cube is designed to provide critical care to survivors of natural disasters and other emergencies.

13.
Which organization organized the 'Green Hydrogen Pilots in India' Conference in New Delhi on September 5?
Ministry of Power
Department of Science and Technology
NTPC Limited
Indian Green Hydrogen Organisation
Answer: Option
Explanation:
NTPC Limited, a leading Indian public sector undertaking and the largest power generation company in India, organized the 'Green Hydrogen Pilots in India' Conference in New Delhi on September 5. The conference was held in the run-up to the G20 Summit to showcase a remarkable array of green hydrogen initiatives, combining the efforts of both public and private sector entities.

14.
What is the average processing time for Income Tax Returns (ITRs) filed for the Assessment Year (AY) 2023-24?
82 days
16 days
8 days
10 days
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The average processing time of Income Tax Returns (ITRs) filed for the Assessment Year (AY) 2023-24 has been reduced to 10 days. This is a significant improvement from the previous average processing time of 82 days for AY 2019-20 and 16 days for AY 2022-23.

15.
Which company has partnered with Cashfree Payments to simplify fee payments for Indian students studying overseas?
Educents
Jamboree
Unacademy
TIME
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Cashfree Payments has partnered with Jamboree to simplify fee payments for Indian students studying overseas. The partnership leverages Cashfree Payments' cross-border payment solution, which streamlines and digitizes the entire payment process. Students can initiate transactions 24/7, even on weekends and holidays, providing them with flexibility.

16.
How much viability gap funding (VGF) has been approved by the Union Cabinet for setting up battery energy storage systems (BESS) in India?
Rs 3,760 crore
Rs 4,670 crore
Rs 2,540 crore
Rs 5,370 crore
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 3,760 crore viability gap funding (VGF) scheme for setting up battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the country. The scheme will be implemented by the Ministry of Power and will be open to all stakeholders, including government agencies, private companies, and state-owned enterprises.

17.
REC Limited, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise, signed a Foreign Currency Term Loan Agreement for USD 100 Million with which financial institution?
HDFC Bank
State Bank of India
EXIM Bank
ICICI Bank
Answer: Option
Explanation:
REC Limited, the Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has signed a Foreign Currency Term Loan Agreement for USD 100 Million, with the Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank). The loan agreement was signed by Mr Vivek Kumar Dewangan, IAS, Chairman and Managing Director, REC Limited and Dr. K. V. Kamath, Chairman, EXIM Bank on September 6, 2023, in Gurugram, Haryana.

18.
Which country is the largest part of Zealandia that is above sea level?
New Caledonia
New Zealand
The Kermadec Islands
The Chatham Islands
Answer: Option
Explanation:
New Zealand is the largest part of Zealandia that is above sea level, followed by New Caledonia. The two islands make up about 98% of the landmass of Zealandia that is above sea level.

19.
Which company has partnered with the Union Ministry of Education to promote creative expression and digital literacy among students and educators?
Google
Microsoft
Apple
Adobe
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Union Ministry of Education has partnered with software giant Adobe to promote creative expression and digital literacy among students and educators through the utilization of Adobe Express. With an ambitious goal of reaching around 20 million students and upskilling 500,000 teachers, this partnership aims to revolutionize the education landscape in India.

20.
When does the Ministry of Education observe Literacy Week in 2023?
1st to 5th September
1st to 8th September
10th to 15th September
20th to 25th September
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Ministry of Education observes Literacy Week from 1st September to 8th September 2023 to celebrate International Literacy Day and promote literacy in India.