Current Affairs - Current Affairs
1.
How many medals did the Indian arm wrestlers win at the 44th World Armwrestling Championship and 25th Para Armwrestling Championship?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian arm wrestlers won 11 medals at the 44th World Armwrestling Championship and 25th Para Armwrestling Championship held in Almaty, Kazakhstan from August 24 to September 3, 2023. The team won three gold, six silver and two bronze medals.
Category : Sports
2.
When will the third phase of mandatory hallmarking of gold jewellery and artefacts start in India?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The government of India has notified the third phase of mandatory hallmarking of gold jewellery and artefacts from September 8, 2023. The third phase will cover an additional 55 districts, taking the total number of districts covered under mandatory hallmarking to 343.
Category : Business
3.
Where will PepsiCo India set up its new food manufacturing plant?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
PepsiCo India has announced that it will invest Rs 778 crore to set up a new food manufacturing plant in Nalbari district, Assam. The plant is expected to be operational by 2025 and will create direct and indirect employment opportunities for around 500 people. The plant will be PepsiCo's first food-focused manufacturing plant in the Northeast region. It will produce Lay's potato chips, Kurkure snacks, and other food products. The plant will also use advanced technology to reduce its environmental impact.
Category : Business
4.
When is the International Day to Protect Education from Attack?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Day to Protect Education from Attack is an international observance established by the United Nations General Assembly on September 9 every year. It was established in response to the growing number of attacks on schools and educational institutions around the world. The day is an opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of protecting education from attacks and to call for action to prevent these attacks.
Category : International
5.
Which country announced an additional $600 million in security assistance to Ukraine, including ammunition, artillery, and coastal defence systems?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The United States announced the provision of an additional $600 million in security assistance to Ukraine, which includes various military equipment, as Ukrainian forces engage in conflict with Russian troops in the eastern Donbas region.
Category : International
6.
Which country's navy participated in the Varuna-23 naval exercise with the Indian Navy in Phase-II?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Varuna naval exercise is a biennial exercise between the Indian Navy and the French Navy. The 21st edition of the exercise, Varuna-23, was held in the Arabian Sea in September 2023. Phase II of the exercise was held from September 6 to 9, 2023.
Category : Defence
7.
In which country does India plan to open an embassy, as announced by Prime Minister Modi during the ASEAN-India summit?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Prime Minister Modi announced India's plan to open an embassy in Timor-Leste during the ASEAN-India summit in Jakarta, Indonesia, emphasizing India's commitment to stronger ties with Timor-Leste and the ASEAN region.
Category : International
8.
Which country did the Chief Justice of India visit to sign the MoU on judicial cooperation?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Supreme Court of India and the Supreme Court of Singapore signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on judicial cooperation on Thursday, September 8, 2023. The MoU was signed by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud and Chief Justice of Singapore Sundaresh Menon during Chief Justice Chandrachud's official visit to Singapore.
Category : National
9.
When is International Literacy Day celebrated?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
International Literacy Day is celebrated every year on September 8. It was proclaimed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1966 to promote literacy worldwide. The theme of 2023 is 'Promoting literacy for a world in transition: Building the foundation for sustainable and peaceful societies.'
Category : International
10.
In which city was the country’s first underground power transformer installed?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The country’s first underground power transformer was installed in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The transformer was inaugurated by Energy Minister KJ George in a groundbreaking ceremony. The transformer is located at 15th Avenue in Malleswaram, Bengaluru. The installation of the underground power transformer is a significant step towards modernizing Bengaluru’s power distribution infrastructure.
Category : Places
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