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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • September 17, 2023 Current Affairs
1.
Which country has officially declared Russia's Wagner Group as a terrorist organization?
UK
USA
Canada
Australia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The United Kingdom has officially declared Russia's Wagner Group as a terrorist organization. The Wagner Group is a private military company that has been linked to human rights abuses in Ukraine, Syria, and other countries. The UK government's decision to designate the Wagner Group as a terrorist organization means that it will be illegal for UK citizens to support the group in any way. This includes providing financial assistance, recruiting members, or training for the group.

2.
Which Indian airline has become the official airline for the Indian football team?
Vistara
Air India
IndiGo
SpiceJet
Answer: Option
Explanation:
IndiGo has become the official airline for the Indian football team. The partnership was announced on September 15, 2023, and will be in place for one year. Under the partnership, IndiGo will provide the Indian football team with travel services for all domestic and international matches. The airline will also provide the team with access to its lounges and other facilities.

3.
Which company has partnered with the Goa government to launch the 'Chavath e-Bazaar-2023'?
Zomato
Swiggy
Amazon
Flipkart
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Swiggy has partnered with the Goa government to launch the 'Chavath e-Bazaar-2023', which will allow consumers to purchase homemade festive sweets and snacks from local Goan entrepreneurs online. The initiative is aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs and preserving Goan culture and traditions.

4.
Who was presented with the Gadicherla Award 2023 by the AP Governor?
Mandali Buddha Prasad
Harisarvottama Rao
S. Abdul Nazeer
K. Chandrasekhar Kalkura
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer presented the Gadicherla Award 2023 to Mandali Buddha Prasad on September 14, 2023 at Krishna University in Machilipatnam. The award is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the social and cultural development of Andhra Pradesh.

5.
Which international organization has agreed to fund Odisha to increase social protection?
World Bank
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The World Bank has agreed to fund Odisha with $100 million to increase social protection and disaster resilience in the state. The funding will be used to support the Odisha State Capability and Resilient Growth Programme (OSCRGP), a five-year program that aims to improve the state's ability to respond to disasters and protect its vulnerable populations.

6.
Where will the Divya Kala Mela be held from September 15-24, 2023?
Delhi
Mumbai
Varanasi
Kolkata
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Divya Kala Mela will be held from September 15-24, 2023 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The mela is organized by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) of the Government of India. The Divya Kala Mela is a unique event that showcases the products and craftsmanship of entrepreneurs/artisans with disabilities from across the country.

7.
Which company has signed a 500 million pound deal with the UK government to invest in electric arc furnace steelmaking at the Port Talbot steelworks in Wales?
ArcelorMittal
JSW Steel
Nippon Steel
Tata Steel
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Tata Steel has signed a 500 million pound deal with the UK government to invest in electric arc furnace steelmaking at the Port Talbot steelworks in Wales. The deal is expected to create 1,600 jobs and secure the future of the steelworks for decades to come.

8.
Which of the following states is set to introduce the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) service in the near future?
Punjab
Rajasthan
Uttar Pradesh
Haryana
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Haryana State Transport (HST) is set to introduce the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) service in the near future. The NCMC is a one-nation, one-card solution for all types of transport payments. It can be used to travel on buses, metros, trains, and taxis. The NCMC can also be used to pay for tolls, parking, and retail purchases.

9.
Who has been appointed as the next Indian envoy to the Republic of Congo?
Manpreet Vohra
Gopal Baglay
Madan Lal Raigar
Navdeep Singh Suri
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Madan Lal Raigar, who is currently a Director in the Ministry of External Affairs, has been appointed as the next Indian Ambassador to the Republic of Congo. He is expected to take up the assignment shortly.

10.
What is the percentage decline in India's solar imports from China in the first half of 2023, according to a report by global energy think tank Ember?
50 percent
76 percent
80 percent
90 percent
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India has slashed its solar imports from China by up to 76% in the first half of 2023, according to a report by global energy think tank Ember.

11.
Which of the following cities has imposed a complete ban on all kinds of crackers, including green crackers, on Diwali and other festivals from October 28 to November 30, 2023?
Delhi
Mumbai
Kolkata
Chennai
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Delhi Government has imposed a complete ban on all kinds of crackers, including green crackers, on Diwali and other festivals from October 28 to November 30, 2023. The ban has been imposed to protect the health of the citizens and to improve the air quality in Delhi.

12.
Who has been appointed as India's next high commissioner to Australia?
Manpreet Vohra
Gopal Baglay
Navdeep Singh Suri
Vikram Doraiswami
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Gopal Baglay, who is currently India's high commissioner to Sri Lanka, has been appointed as India's next high commissioner to Australia. He will succeed Manpreet Vohra, who has been in the role since 2020.

13.
Which Indian state will kick off the Ayushman Bhava campaign to raise awareness about the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)?
Rajasthan
Bihar
Madhya Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Uttar Pradesh government is set to kick off the Ayushman Bhava campaign on September 17, 2023. The campaign is aimed at raising awareness about the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), a government-sponsored healthcare scheme that provides free health insurance coverage to over 100 million poor and vulnerable families in India.

14.
Which Indian state has signed an MOU with Spain's La Liga to develop football?
Maharashtra
Kerala
West Bengal
Goa
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The West Bengal government has signed an MOU with Spain's La Liga to develop football in the state. The MOU will involve the establishment of a football academy and the provision of training and expertise to local coaches and players. This is a significant development for football in West Bengal, as La Liga is one of the most prestigious and successful football leagues in the world.

15.
Which Indian state has passed a bill reserving 27% of local body seats for OBCs?
Rajasthan
Gujarat
Maharashtra
Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Gujarat Assembly has passed a bill reserving 27% of local body seats for Other Backward Classes (OBCs). The bill was passed on September 18, 2023, and will come into effect immediately.