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1. Where has the first US-India cyber security initiative been launched recently?
- New Delhi
- New York
- Pune
- Washington DC
Show The Answer 3. Pune
2. Recently Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the four pilots of India’s first manned mission ‘Gaganyaan’ at VSSC, Thiruvananthapuram. Select the correct option accordingly.
(Gp Capt – Group Captain)
- Air Commander Rohan Kapoor, Wing Commander Aisha Malik, Squadron Leader Raghav Mehta, Group Captain Sanya Kapoor
- Group Captain Vivek Yadav, Group Captain Neha Singh, Squadron Leader Siddharth Verma, Wing Commander Priya Rajawat
- Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma, Wing Commander Anjali Yadav, Wing Commander Karan Shukla, Squadron Leader Pooja Kumar
- Gp Capt Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair, Gp Capt Ajit Krishnan, Gp Capt Angad Prathap and Wg Cdr Shubanshu Shukla
Show The Answer 4. Gp Capt Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair, Gp Capt Ajit Krishnan, Gp Capt Angad Prathap and Wg Cdr Shubanshu Shukla
3. Who has recently been ranked first among the top 300 cooperative societies globally on the basis of per capita turnover/GDP?
- IFFCO
- Sistema Unimed
- Agricole
- Amul
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4. Where will the world’s first Vedic clock be inaugurated?
- Jaipur
- Varanasi
- Mathura
- Ujjain
Show The Answer 4. Ujjain
5. Who has been recently declared the new Chairman of FATF?
- Singapore
- Italy
- Mexico
- Malaysia
Show The Answer 3. Mexico
6. Who has recently launched ‘Mission Utkarsh’ initiative to control anemia among adolescent girls?
- Ministry of AYUSH
- Ministry of Women and Child Development
- Both of the above
- Ministry of Health
Show The Answer 3. Both of the above
7. Where has Adani Group recently launched South Asia’s largest ammunition and missile complex?
- Uttar Pradesh
- Madhya Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- Telangana
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8. Recently, in which state has PM Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the first railway station?
- Nagaland
- Manipur
- Sikkim
- Arunachal Pradesh
Show The Answer 3. Sikkim
9. Where was the BWF Para Badminton World Championship 2024 held recently?
- Vietnam
- Thailand
- Japan
- Nepal
Show The Answer 2. Thailand
10. Who has recently launched “Savera” program for early detection of breast cancer?
- Haryana
- Uttar Pradesh
- Karnataka
- Odisha
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Some lines of current affairs 10 March 2024 news
International
Xi Jinping begins his third term as China’s president
Xi Jinping has started his third term as China’s president, approved unanimously by the 2,977-member National People’s Congress. He will lead a selected team to manage China’s economy and address domestic and international issues for the next five years. After the vote, Xi took an oath as both president and military head, highlighting the importance of the constitution, which was amended five years ago to remove term limits for the presidency, incorporate Xi’s political ideology, and underscore the Communist Party’s control in China.
Indonesia is relocating its capital from Jakarta to Borneo due to concerns about overpopulation, pollution, and sinking land in Jakarta
Indonesia plans to relocate its capital from Jakarta to Borneo due to environmental concerns like congestion, sinking, and earthquakes. The new city will prioritize sustainability, aiming to be carbon neutral by 2045. President Joko Widodo sees this move as a fresh start for the country, addressing issues faced in Jakarta.
State
Manipur’s Yaoshang festival begins
Yaoshang, Manipur’s Holi equivalent, has started, lasting for five days. It occurs annually on the full moon of Lamta (February–March) in the Meitei lunar calendar. Yaosang, also called the Burning of the Straw Hut, begins at dusk, followed by Yaoshang. During “nakatheng,” children ask their neighbors for money.
Neiphiu Rio, leader of NDPP, becomes Chief Minister of Nagaland by taking the oath of office
Neiphiu Rio, the leader of the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP), became the fifth Chief Minister of Nagaland. Governor La Ganesan administered the oath of office to the 72-year-old lawmaker. Rio is serving his fifth term and second consecutive term as the NDPP’s leader. The deputy chief ministers of Nagaland, Taditui Rangkau Zeliang and Yanthungo Patton, also took the oath in Kohima along with other members of Rio’s Cabinet. Rio is contesting from his home constituency, Northern Angami-II.
Defence
Colonel Geeta Rana is the first woman to lead an army battalion in Ladakh
Colonel Geeta Rana, from the Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers, has assumed command of an independent field workshop in Eastern Ladakh, marking a historic moment as the first woman officer to do so in the Indian Army’s recent decision to allow women officers in command roles.
The Indian Navy carries out a significant exercise called TROPEX-23
The Indian Navy’s exercise, TROPEX-23, took place in the Arabian Sea over four months from November 2022 to March 2023. Around 70 Indian Navy ships, six submarines, and over 75 aircraft participated. TROPEX-23 is conducted in multiple phases to test the Navy’s readiness for different scenarios, including transitioning from peacetime to wartime. The first phase included the coastal defense exercise ‘Sea Vigil’ along India’s entire coastline and island territories on January 12-13, 2021.
The Indian Navy receives its first privately manufactured, indigenous fuse for an Anti-Submarine Warfare rocket
The Indian Navy recently achieved a significant milestone in its “Make in India” defense initiative by obtaining a domestically produced fuze for an anti-submarine warfare underwater rocket. This marks the first instance of the Indian Navy sourcing underwater ammunition fuzes from a private Indian company, showcasing a substantial step towards self-reliance in the country’s defense sector.
The 54th CISF Raising Day was celebrated nationwide on March 10
Every March 10, the CISF Raising Day is observed to celebrate the founding of the Central Industrial Security Force in 1969. The CISF, overseen by the Ministry of Home Affairs, provides security for various public sector organizations, airports, seaports, power plants, and important infrastructure projects nationwide. This year marks the 54th CISF Raising Day, dedicated to recognizing the contributions of the force.
Important Days
World Kidney Day was observed on March 9, 2023
Every year, on the second Thursday of March, the world observes World Kidney Day to raise awareness about kidney health. This year, on March 9, 2023, the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations-World Kidney Alliance (IFKF-WKA) are collaborating on it. Since 2006, this day has been observed annually, promoting renal health for everyone. The theme for World Kidney Day 2023 is “Kidney Health for Everyone – Preparing for the Unexpected, Supporting the Vulnerable.”
March 10 is when we celebrate International Day of Women Judges
The International Day of Women Judges is celebrated annually on March 10 to honor female judges leading the fight against social injustice. This day symbolizes the ongoing struggle for gender equality, fair opportunities, and ending gender discrimination across all areas of society. It’s not just about recognizing women judges in international legal bodies, but about highlighting the broader issues they confront.
Agreements
India and the US will sign an agreement on semiconductors
The United States and India are set to sign an agreement about semiconductors, focusing on coordinating investments and discussing policies to encourage private investment, according to U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo. This discussion follows the recent launch of the Critical and Emerging Technology initiative. Raimondo, currently on a four-day trip to India, is joined by CEOs from 10 U.S. companies and plans to meet with India’s trade minister. The two countries aim to collaborate on mapping the semiconductor supply chain and exploring opportunities for joint ventures and technology partnerships.
Appointments
Arun Subramanian is the first Indian-American judge appointed to the New York Court
Arun Subramanian, a lawyer, is now the first Indian American judge at the Manhattan Federal District Court in New York. President Joe Biden announced his nomination for the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York in September 2022. The Senate confirmed Subramanian’s nomination with a vote of 58-37.
Science and Technology
Reliance Life Sciences gets a gene therapy tech license from IIT Kanpur
Reliance Life Sciences Pvt Ltd has been granted a license from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur for a gene therapy method aimed at treating various genetic eye disorders. They will develop this technology into a product. Gene therapy, using viral vectors, is an emerging field in molecular medicine.
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