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966.
With which country did India sign the Defence Space Agreement during its Republic Day celebrations?
Germany
United States
France
Russia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The agreement, sealed by French Defence Minister Sebastien Locornu and India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, signifies a paradigm shift. It enhances collaboration, allowing joint development and deployment of military satellites, thereby strengthening offensive and defensive capabilities between India and France.

967.
In which U.S. state did Kenneth Smith become the first person to undergo execution by nitrogen gas, departing from the prevalent lethal injection method?
Texas
California
Florida
Alabama
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Kenneth Smith, a convicted murderer, made history in Alabama as the first person in the United States to be executed by nitrogen gas, a departure from the conventional lethal injection method.

968.
Which country's parliament supported Sweden's attempt to join NATO?
Spain
Finland
Turkey
Ukraine
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Turkey's parliament supported Sweden's NATO membership, signalling a significant development in Sweden's attempt to join the alliance.

969.
In collaboration with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), which country has initiated a large-scale recruitment drive to send around 10,000 workers, mainly for construction activities, from the states of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana?
Israel
United States
Canada
Australia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The governments of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, in collaboration with NSDC, are recruiting approximately 10,000 workers for construction activities in Israel, offering lucrative opportunities.

970.
Which country is set to become a NATO member as its membership bid is approved by Turkey's parliament?
Finland
Denmark
Norway
Sweden
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Turkey's parliament voted 287-55 in favour of approving Sweden's NATO membership bid, paving the way for Sweden to join NATO. The development is welcomed by NATO Secretary-General Stoltenberg, anticipating Hungary's prompt ratification.