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816.
Which organization has partnered with NITI Aayog to accelerate SDGs in India?
World Bank
Asian Development Bank
United Nations Environment Programme
United Nations Development Programme
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has partnered with NITI Aayog to accelerate SDGs in India. This collaboration will focus on localizing the SDGs, enhancing data-driven monitoring, uplifting underdeveloped regions, and showcasing achievements, fostering cooperative federalism.

817.
In which of the following countries did Air- Force Exercise BRIGHT STAR-23 took place?
Egypt
India
Russia
China
Answer: Option
Explanation:
An Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent has embarked on a significant journey, marking the first-ever participation in Exercise BRIGHT STAR-23. This biennial multilateral tri-service exercise is taking place at Cairo (West) Air Base in Egypt.

818.
Which city in India has adopted the Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS) developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM)?
Kolkata
Pune
New Delhi
Mumbai
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian city of Kolkata has taken a significant step forward by adopting an Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS), developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) based in Pune.

819.
Where was the Third International Conference on Structural Integrity (ICONS 2023) organised?
Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu
New Delhi, Delhi
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Third International Conference on Structural Integrity was inaugurated at Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu virtually by Dr. N Kailaiselvi, Director General, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research & Secretary.

820.
Which city secured the top spot in the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan -2023 in the category of cities with a population exceeding 10 lakhs?
Mumbai
Indore
Delhi
Chennai
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The city of Indore has clinched the top spot in the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan -2023 conducted by the Central Pollution Control Board, in the category of cities with a population exceeding 10 lakhs.