1. India’s first research testbed to study Nor’ westers getting ready in which state?
Ans. Odisha
2. World Bicycle Day is observed every year on June 3. In which year, the United nations general Assembly in New York commemorated the first World Bicycle Day?
Ans. 2018
3. Who has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Deendayal port authority in Kandla?
Ans. Sushil Kumar Singh
4. Recently, who received the Hindi Sahitya Bharati Award 2024?
Ans. Krishna Prakash
5. Mount Kanlaon recently seen in the news is located in which country?
Ans. Philippines, Hundreds sheltered in evacuation centers after Mount Kanlaon erupted in the central Philippines. Mount Kanlaon, a 2435m stratovolcano on Negros Island, is the highest mountain on the island and part of the Pacific Ring of Fire.
6. H5N2 virus, sometimes seen in the news is related to which disease?
Ans. Bird Flu, the first human case of H5N2 avian flu has been reported in mexico City, involving a 59-year-old man who died. Bird Flu caused by the Avian Influenza A virus, primarily infects poultry and wild birds but can jump to humans through direct contact. H5N2, a subtype first reported in Mexican poultry, spreads through migratory bird patterns and interactions with domestic birds. Environmental changes also influence its spread.
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7. Who is the brand ambassador for Bisleri International’s #DoubleTheChill campaign for Bisleri Limonata?
Ans. Aditya Roy Kapur
8. Who has been appointed as the managing director and chief executive of PNB MetLife India Insurance, effective July 1?
Ans. Sameer Bansal
9. What is the focus of the European Space Agency’s EarthCARE satellite launch by a Falcon 9 rocket?
Ans. Study of clouds and aerosols in Earth’s climate
10. Who is the first Indian to win a bout at the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)?
Ans. Puja Tomar
11. Who is the current minister of Health and Family Welfare and also Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers?
Ans. Jagat Prakash Nadda
12. Which international organization has added Israel to a global list of countries committing violations against children’s rights?
Ans. The United Nations
13. Recently, who became the first woman helicopter pilot of the Indian Navy?
Ans. Anamika B Rajeev, Sub Lieutenant Anamika B. Rajeev made history at INS Rajali, Arakkonam, by becoming the first woman in the Indian Navy to fly a helicopter. This milestone was achieved during the 102nd Helicopter Conversion Course’s passing out parade.
14. Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary, recently seen in news, is located in which state?
Ans. Madhya Pradesh, The Madhya Pradesh government has prepared the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary to become a new cheetah habitat. Teams from Kenya and South Africa assessed the site, and prey animals were relocated from other tiger reserves. Eight Namibian cheetahs were released at Kuno National Park in 2022, followed by 12 more from South Africa in 2023. The Chief Minister directed a study on introducing rhinos and other rare animals to the state.
15. The Indian Army unveils homegrown Nagastra-1 Kamikaze Drones designed by Solar Industries. What is the wright of the drones?
Ans. 9 kg, Nagastra-1 operating in a ‘Kamikaze mode’, boasts the capability to neutralise hostile threats with GPS-enabled precision strikes, exhibiting an impressive accuracy of 2 metres.
16. Recently, who has been appointed as the news Chief of the Army Staff?
Ans. Upendra Dwivedi.
17. Which state recently launched the ‘Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina ( MMNM)’ scheme to promote girl education in the state?
Ans. Assam, The Assam government launched the Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina (MMNM) scheme in June, 2024, to promote girl education and end child marriage. Approved by the state cabinet, the scheme offers financial support to around 10 lakh girl students. Girls in higher secondary education will receive Rs 1000 monthly, those in degree courses Rs 1200, and those in Post-Graduation or B.Ed programs Rs 2500.
18. For which event did the Indian Railways enter its name into the Limca Book of records?
Ans. Mobilization of most people at a public service event, the purpose of the event was the inauguration of road over/ road under railway bridges and laying the foundation stones of railway stations. The event was part of a larger initiative by the Ministry of Railways to enhance infrastructure and connectivity.
19. Which country hosted the 50th G7 leaders summit?
Ans. Italy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the G7 Outreach session in Borgo Egnazia, Italy, on June 14, discussing AI, energy, Africa, and the Mediterranean. Invited by Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, Modi met leaders including Emmanuel Macron, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and Rishi Sunak. The 50th G7 Summit ran from June 13-15 in Apulia, Italy.
20. Which bank’s licence was recently cancelled by the RBI due to inadequate capital and poor earning prospects?
Ans. Purvanchal Co-operative Bank
21. What is the full form of ‘e-flow’ in the context of the Jal Shakti Ministry’s recently launched monitoring system?
Ans. Environmental Flow, ‘e-flow’ refer to the quantity, timing and quality of water flows required to sustain freshwater and estuarine ecosystems. The Jal Shakti Ministry launched the e-flow monitoring system to monitor river quality in real time.
22. What is the theme for International day of Yoga 2024?
Ans. Yoga for Self and Society
23. Who became the first Indian to be conferred the ‘nelson Mandela Lifetime Achievement Award’ of South Africa?
Ans. Vinod Ganatra
24. Digital health Incentive Scheme, recently seen in news was launched under which initiative?
Ans. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, The central government has extended the Digital Health Incentive Scheme (DHIS) for digitising patients’ health records and linking them with the Ayushman Bharat Digital Health Account (ABHA ID) until June 30, 2025.
25. Who launched the website and mobile application for World Food India 2024?
Ans. Shri Chirag Paswan and Shri Ravneet Sing, World Food India 2024 aims to promote the food processing sector and reduce agricultural wastage. World Food India will be held from 19th to 22nd September 2024. The event will foster collaboration and partnerships among global and Indian food sector stakeholders.
26. In which state did ZSI scientists discover a new species of snake eel?
Ans. Odisha
27. Which airport recently became the first in the country to introduce a self-service baggage drop system?
Ans. Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport Ltd launched a self-service baggage drop system on June 17. About 50 units are installed across Terminals 1 and 3, available for Air India, IndiGo, and Air India Express passengers. The system allows passengers to print tags at kiosks, place bags on the conveyor belt, and complete check-in quickly. It checks airline criteria and dangerous goods declarations internally for a seamless experience.
28. Which country recently unveiled a monumental 700-metre pedestrian bridge named the ‘Bridge of National Unity’?
Ans. Hungary
29. Recently who has won the World Junior Girls’ Chess championship?
Ans. Divya Deshmukh
30. In which Indian state has Artificial Intelligence learning been introduced in school textbooks?
Ans. Kerala has introduced Artificial Intelligence (AI) learning in the Information & Communication Technology (ICT) textbook for Class 7 students, marking a pioneering move in technological education.
31. Who was designated as the brand ambassador for Tobacco Control in India?
Ans. PV Sindhu
32. Which company collaborated with ISRO on the development and testing of a 3D-printed rocket engine?
Ans. Wipro 3D, Wipro 3D collaborated with ISRO in the development and testing of a 3D-printed rocket engine for India’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV). This collaboration resulted in significant advancements in additive manufacturing technology, streamlining the engine’s design and enhancing efficiency and performance.
33. Who has been appointed as the Secretary of the Competition Commission of India (CCI)?
Ans. Inder Pal Singh Bindra
34. Who won the Canadian Grand Prix 2024 for the third consecutive year?
Ans. Max Verstappen
35. Which company has secured a five-year broadcasting deal with World Athletics?
Ans. Tata Communications
36. Who won the TCS CodeVita, season 10, the world’s largest coding competition?
Ans. Kalash Gupta
37. Where have the world’s oldest inhabited termite mounds been found?
Ans. South Africa, the termite mounds called ‘heuweltjies’ are located in Namaaqualand, which is approximately 530 km from Cape Town. These mounds date back as far as 34000 to 13000 years, making them the oldest inhabited termite mounds discovered.
38. Which day is observed as ‘World Refugee Day’ every year?
Ans. 20th June, World Refugee Day is celebrated annually on June 20 to raise awareness about refugees’ plight and promote their inclusion. The 2024 theme is “For a World Where Refugees Are Welcomed.” Established in 2001 to mark the 1951 Refugee Convention’s 50th anniversary, it underscores international cooperation. Refugees flee due to conflict, persecution, and violence, highlighting the need for global solidarity and lasting solutions to the refugee crisis.
39. Which institute recently signed an MoU with National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to enhance road safety through AI?
Ans. IIT Delhi, The National Highways Authority of India signed an MoU with Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology (IIIT Delhi) to enhance road safety using AI-based solutions to improve road sign availability on national highways.
40. Fire Dragon 480, recently seen in news, is a tactical ballistic missile of which country?
Ans. China, A PLA study claims China’s Fire Dragon 480 missile can sink a US Ticonderoga-class cruiser in the Red Sea. The 750-mm tactical ballistic missile, made by Norinco Group, features precision-guidance sensors and a high-speed launch platform. With a warhead over 400 kg and impact velocity over 500 meters per second, it can destroy a 10,000-ton cruiser.