Current Affairs - Miscellaneous

Exercise : Miscellaneous - Latest Current Affairs
  • Miscellaneous - Latest Current Affairs
26.
In 2023, which company claimed the top spot as the best-selling smartphone series, surpassing Samsung for the first time since 2010?
Samsung
Apple
Xiaomi
Vivo
Answer: Option
Explanation:
In 2023, Apple Inc.'s iPhone outpaced Samsung, securing the title of the best-selling smartphone series globally, marking the first time since 2010 that Samsung conceded the top spot in the smartphone market. Apple's sustained success was attributed to aggressive offers and a focus on premium devices.

27.
What is the primary objective of NHAI's 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' initiative?
To prevent the use of a single FASTag for multiple vehicles
To reduce overall toll charges for vehicle owners
To create a unified toll system across India
To promote the use of electronic payments
Answer: Option
Explanation:
NHAI's 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' initiative is strategically designed to prevent the prevalent practice of using a single FASTag for multiple vehicles or linking multiple FASTags to a specific vehicle. The aim is to ensure individual accountability and efficient toll collection at Toll Plazas.

28.
Which National Highway witnessed the inauguration of the first steel slag road, converting steel industry waste into a resource for construction?
NH-44 Delhi-Jaipur
NH-66 Mumbai-Goa
NH-30 Kolkata-Patna
NH-22 Chandigarh-Manali
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The maiden National Highway Steel Slag Road was inaugurated on NH-66 Mumbai-Goa. Developed by CSIR-CRRI, this innovation utilizes steel industry waste to contribute to the construction of eco-friendly and robust national highways, aligning with NHAI's efforts to enhance infrastructure sustainability.

29.
Where was 'Indus Food 2024' inaugurated by Union Minister Piyush Goyal?
Mumbai
Bengaluru
Ahmedabad
Noida
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated 'Indus Food 2024' at India Exposition Mart, Greater Noida, highlighting the vibrant food industry of India and its global potential.

30.
Which institution collaborated with Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) for joint research projects, academic activities, and addressing scientific issues?
PGIMER Chandigarh
AIIMS Delhi
JIPMER Puducherry
NIMHANS Bengaluru
Answer: Option
Explanation:
AFMS and AIIMS Delhi signed an MOU for collaboration in research, academic activities, and addressing scientific issues, aiming to explore joint research projects and educational activities.