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Q.1. Which ministry has inaugurated the G20 Cyber Security Exercise and Drill for more than 400 domestic and international participants under India’s G20 presidency?
(a) National Legal Services Authority / राष्ट्रीय कानूनी सेवा प्राधिकरण
(b) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting / सूचना और प्रसारण मंत्रालय
(c) Competition Commission of India / भारतीय प्रतिस्पर्धा आयोग
(d) National Human Rights Commission / राष्ट्रीय मानवाधिकार आयोग
(e) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology / इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स और सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी मंत्रालय
Answer & Explanation
Ans.1.(e)
Exp. MeitY Secretary inaugurated G20 Cyber Security Exercise and Drill
The Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Alkesh Kumar Sharma has inaugurated the G20 Cyber Security Exercise and Drill for more than 400 domestic and international participants under India’s G20 presidency.
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) conducted the Cyber Security Exercise and drill in hybrid mode (Physical and Virtual).
The first Table Top Exercise catered to Board & Top Management on the theme “Synergy to counter Global Cyber Crisis” focused on Crisis Management & Crisis Communication.
The second Table Top Exercise, an Operational Drill was designed for CISO and Mid-management on the theme “Building Collective Cyber Resilience”.
G20 in News (Note – All Meetings are Under the Presidency of G20 by India)
First G20 Education Working Group meeting – IIT Madras (1 -2 February 2023)
India’s first Model G-20 Summit inaugurated by- India’s G-20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant
First Employment Working Group Meeting – Jodhpur (2 – 4 February 2023)
First International Financial Architecture Working Group Meeting – Chandigarh (30 – 31 January 2023)
Startup 20 Engagement Group Meeting – Hyderabad (28-29 January 2023)
Q.2. Who among the following has launched the Visit India Year-2023 initiative in New Delhi?
Exp. G Kishan Reddy launched Visit India Year 2023 initiative
Union Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy has launched the Visit India Year-2023 initiative in New Delhi.
The Tourism Minister also unveiled the logo of the campaign which is inspired by the image of ‘Namaste’.
The campaign aims to encourage travel in the country that currently holds the G-20 presidency.
It is an initiative of the Ministry of Tourism.
More than one lakh foreign delegates will visit India this year and they will be showcased the entire gamut of India’s culture, including monuments and festivals.
Q.3. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has participated in the Krishnaguru Eknaam Akhanda Kirtan for World Peace in which of the following state?
Exp. PM participated in Krishnaguru Eknaam Akhanda Kirtan for World Peace
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has participated in the Krishnaguru Eknaam Akhanda Kirtan for World Peace at Barpeta in Assam via video conferencing.
Prime Minister also addressed the devotees of Krishnaguru Sevashram.
Paramguru Krishnaguru Ishwar established the Krishnaguru Sevashram in 1974, at Nasatra village in Barpeta, Assam.
He is the ninth descendant of Mahavaishnab Manohardeva, who was a follower of the great Vaishnavite saint Srimanta Sankardeva.
Krishnaguru Eknaam Akhanda Kirtan for World Peace is a month-long kirtan being held from 6th January at Krishnaguru Sevashram.
About Assam
Capital – Dispur
Chief Minister –Himanta Biswa Sarma
Governor – Prof Jagdish Mukhi
Q.4. Reliance Consumer Products Limited announced a strategic partnership with Maliban Biscuit Limited. Maliban Biscuit Limited is based in which country?
Exp. Reliance announced partnership with Sri Lanka’s Maliban Biscuits
Reliance Consumer Products Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Reliance Retail Ventures Limited announced a strategic partnership with Sri Lanka-based Maliban Biscuit Limited.
It was signed to bring Indian consumers a bouquet of domestic and globally recognized consumer brands and product choices that offer superior value propositions with exceptional quality.
Maliban, a heritage brand and a household name in Sri Lanka, is a pioneering biscuit manufacturer well-known for the last 70 years for its range of quality products.
The company has expanded its products to reach global markets and now exports to over 35 countries across 5 continents.
With this partnership, Reliance and Maliban will develop unique value propositions that RPCL will utilize to strengthen their portfolio in the biscuit segment.
About Sri Lanka
Legislative capital – Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Executive and Judicial capital – Colombo
Currency – Sri Lankan rupee
President – Ranil Wickremesinghe
Prime Minister – Dinesh Gunawardena
Q.5. Which state has signed an MoU with Patanjali Foods Limited for development and area expansion under palm oil cultivation and processing?
Exp. Adani Group acquired Haifa port for $1.2 billion
The Adani Group has acquired the strategic Israeli port of Haifa for USD 1.2 billion.
The deal was signed by Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani in presence of Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu.
The Haifa Port is the second largest port in Israel in terms of shipping containers and the biggest in shipping tourist cruise ships.
The Adani group will also develop real estate at the port to transform the Haifa skyline.
In July last year, the group announced the acquisition of Haifa Port with a local partner, Gadot, for $1.15 billion.
India-Israel friendship dates back to September 23, 1918, when soldiers from the Indian cities of Mysore, Hyderabad and Jodhpur battled here for the freedom of Haifa.
About Israel
Capital – Jerusalem
Currency – Sheqel
President – Isaac Herzog
Prime Minister – Benjamin Netanyahu
Q.7. Who along with his US counterpart Jake Sullivan launched the US-India initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) and Innovation Bridge?
Exp. US-India Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies launched
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and his US counterpart Jake Sullivan launched the US-India initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) and Innovation Bridge.
The iCET was announced by US President Joe Biden and PM Narendra Modi in May 2022.
Objective – To elevate and expand strategic technology partnerships and defense industrial cooperation between governments and businesses
Both countries affirm that the ways in which technology is designed, developed, governed, and used should be shaped by our shared democratic values and respect for universal human rights.
Q.8. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a total of USD 4.7 billion loan for which country?
Exp. IMF approved $4.7 billion Bangladesh support package
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a total of USD 4.7 billion loan for Bangladesh.
It includes USD 3.3 billion under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and USD 1.4 billion under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) for Bangladesh.
The fund will be disbursed to Bangladesh over a period of 42 months to support Bangladesh’s economic policies.
Bangladesh is the first country in Asia to receive financing under the RSF.
The IMF commended Bangladesh for its robust economic recovery from the pandemic which was interrupted by the Russia-Ukraine war leading to a widening of current account deficit and decline in foreign exchange reserve in the country.
About International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Founded - 1945
Headquarters- Washington, D.C.
Managing Director - Kristalina Georgieva (Bulgaria)
Exp. Former PM Manmohan Singh conferred Lifetime Achievement Honour in UK
Former India PM Dr. Manmohan Singh was conferred a Lifetime Achievement Honour by the India-UK Achievers Honours in London.
He was awarded for his contribution to economic and political life.
It was handed over to him in New Delhi by the National Indian Students and Alumni Union (NISAU) UK.
Among the Outstanding Achievers honoured included Bollywood actor Parineeti Chopra, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) spokesperson Raghav Chadha, Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla, and Indian women’s football team goalkeeper Aditi Chauhan.
Recent Awards
FIH President’s Award 2023 – V Karthikeyan Pandian (Odisha)
First Asian to bag Oscar nomination for Best Actress – Michelle Yeoh (Film – Everything Everywhere All at Once)
Subhash Chandra Bose Disaster Management Award 2023 – Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA) & Lunglei Fire Station (LFS)
Pt Hariprasad Chaurasia Lifetime Achievement Award – Dr. Prabha Atre
Gaja Capital Business Book Prize 2022 – Harish Damodaran
Q.12. Where did Indian Army and CAPF conduct a joint training exercise "Exercise Trishakti Prahar"?
Exp. Indian Army carries out military exercise Trishakti Prahar in Bengal
A joint training exercise “Exercise Trishakti Prahar” was conducted in North Bengal.
The aim of the exercise was to practice battle preparedness of Security Forces using the latest weapons and equipment in a networked, integrated environment, involving Army, the Indian Air Force, and CAPFs.
It culminated with an Integrated Fire Power Exercise in Teesta Field Firing Ranges.
The conduct of “Exercise TRISHAKTI PRAHAR” enabled rehearsal and coordination amongst various agencies for quick movement and employment of forces across North Bengal.
The Integrated Fire Power Exercise showcased the Indian Armed Forces’ capability in the synergized application of Indian Air Force assets, Airborne Special Forces and the Security Forces in a networked environment.
Recent Exercise
The Indian Navy organized mega biennial tri-services amphibious ‘exercise AMPHEX 2023’ near Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.
Indian Army and Egyptian Army have commenced Exercise Cyclone-I, the first-ever joint exercise between their special forces at Jaisalmer in Rajasthan.
The 21st edition of the bilateral naval exercise between India and France titled ‘Varuna’ began on the western seaboard.
Indian Air Force (IAF) and Japanese Air Self Defence Force (JASDF) will conduct their first Air exercise “Veer Guardian 23” from January 16 to 26 at Hyakuri air base and Iruma air base in Japan.
16th edition of India & Nepal Joint Training Excercise Surya Kiran begins in Saljhandi, Nepal
India & Kazakhstan joint military exercise KAZIND 2022 begins in Umroi, Meghalaya
Q.13. Who won the Tata Steel Masters Tournament 2023 held in Wijk aan Zee?
Prajnesh Gunneswaran has won the final of the $25,000 ITF men's tennis tournament in Al Zahra, Kuwait.
He won by beating Khumoyun Sultanov of Uzbekistan in finals.
It was the first title in 5 years for Prajnesh, who had won two $150,000 Challengers in 2018 in Bengaluru and Anning.
It was the 11th title in the professional circuit for Prajnesh, who was ranked a career-high 75th in 2019.
Q.15. World Wetlands Day is celebrated every year on which day?
विश्वआर्द्रभूमिदिवसहरसालकिसदिनमनायाजाताहै?
(a) 1 February / 1 फरवरी
(b) 2 February / 2 फरवरी
(c) 3 February / 3 फरवरी
(d) 4February / 4 फरवरी
(e) 5 February / 5 फरवरी
Ans.15.(b)
Exp. 2 February - World Wetlands Day
World Wetlands Day is celebrated globally every year on 2 February.
World Wetlands Day was established in 1971 by the Ramsar Convention (officially the Convention on Wetlands) to underscore the importance of wetlands and their preservation.
February 2 was chosen as the date to observe this day since it marks the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands on that date in 1971 in Ramsar, Iran.
The day is aimed at highlighting the vital role wetlands play in maintaining biodiversity and supporting human well-being.
Theme 2023- It’s Time for Wetlands Restoration [/su_spoiler]
