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What is the name of the recent mission sent by China to Antarctica? The mission is called ______.

Qianling Station

Who has been given the recent Kerala Government's KPP Nambiar Award 2024? The award was given to ______.

S. Somanath

Where was the recently discussed AHLAN Modi program organized? It was held in ______.

Abu Dhabi

What is the name of the world's first private lander mission sent to the moon by the American company Intuitive? It is called ______.

<p>Odysseus</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who has become the new CM in place of former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren? The new CM is ______.

<p>Champai Soren</p> Signup and view all the answers

Recently RBI took action against which bank for violation of rules? The bank involved is ______.

<p>Paytm Payment Bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who has been given the leadership of the Indian torchbearer in Paris Olympics-2024? The leadership has been given to ______.

<p>Abhinav Bindra</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recent news about NITISH? It relates to ______ Disaster Early Warning System.

<p>Early Warning</p> Signup and view all the answers

Recently which state has declared Kazi Nemu as the state fruit? The state is ______.

<p>Assam</p> Signup and view all the answers

Recently, which country ended the thousands-year-old tradition of Sominasai Festival? The country is ______.

<p>Japan</p> Signup and view all the answers

North India's first human DNA bank will be established in ______.

<p>Srinagar</p> Signup and view all the answers

The father of economic reforms in India who has been awarded Bharat Ratna is ______.

<p>PV Narasimha Rao</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who has become the 119th member country of ISA jointly led by India and France? ______

<p>Malta</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which state's Jhanki has been given the best award this time in the 26th January parade? ______

<p>Odisha</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first woman Chief Justice of Uttarakhand High Court is ______.

<p>Ritu Bahri</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first metro of India to be included in ONDC is ______.

<p>Chennai Metro</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the Chief Guest on the 75th Republic Day on 26 January 2024? ______

<p>Emmanuel Macron</p> Signup and view all the answers

The recent popular ‘Vidyanjali' program is a ______.

<p>Scholarship</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is called the Father of Green Revolution? ______

<p>MS Swaminathan</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the IMF, the world's 3rd largest economy, which left Japan behind, is ______.

<p>Germany</p> Signup and view all the answers

Oleg Kono, who recently spent the maximum time in space, belongs to which country? ______

<p>Russia</p> Signup and view all the answers

The recently discussed 'Bounce of Joy Program' is related to which state? ______

<p>Rajasthan</p> Signup and view all the answers

World Wetlands Day is observed every year on ______.

<p>2 Feb</p> Signup and view all the answers

The new chairperson of the Asian Cricket Council is ______.

<p>Jay Shah</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the recent Fiji minister who has become the first foreign leader to visit Ram temple? ______

<p>Biman Prasad</p> Signup and view all the answers

India's first digital National Museum has been established in ______.

<p>Hyderabad</p> Signup and view all the answers

The recently discussed 'Van Mitra Yojana' is related to which state? ______

<p>Haryana</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where was the recent 6th Khelo India Youth Games-2023 organized? ______

<p>Tamil Nadu</p> Signup and view all the answers

The recent famous 'Dosmoche Festival' is celebrated in ______.

<p>Ladakh</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which state got the first position in the sixth Khelo India Youth Games-2023? ______

<p>Maharashtra</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was awarded Bharat Ratna as the 'Messiah of Social Justice'? ______

<p>Karpoori Thakur</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the first Snow Leopard Report released by Ladakh, which state/union territory has the highest number of ______?

<p>leopards</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which state government has recently launched the 'Ghar-Ghar ______ Scheme'?

<p>Ration</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which state did PM recently lay the foundation stone of ______ Dham temple?

<p>Kalki</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people have been given Bharat ______ in 2024?

<p>Ratna</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which state will the country's first hospital for ______ be opened?

<p>animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which longest cable ______ of India was recently inaugurated by the Prime Minister?

<p>bridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many astronauts will be sent by ISRO in ______ mission?

<p>Gaganyaan</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where has the foundation stone of Sikkim's first railway ______ been laid by the PM?

<p>station</p> Signup and view all the answers

Recently, Gupteshwar Forest has been declared as a Bio-Diversity ______ Site.

<p>Heritage</p> Signup and view all the answers

The recently discussed Khajuraho Dance Festival is related to which ______?

<p>state</p> Signup and view all the answers

Maharashtra's highest civilian award, Maharashtra Bhushan 2023, was given to ______.

<p>Ashok Saraf</p> Signup and view all the answers

The popular festival 'Attukal Pongala' is celebrated in the state of ______.

<p>Kerala</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first naturopathy hospital in North-East India was opened in ______.

<p>Assam</p> Signup and view all the answers

The 'Tribal Hijla Mela Mahotsav' is related to the state of ______.

<p>Jharkhand</p> Signup and view all the answers

The foundation stone for the Barsingsar Solar Power Plant was laid in ______.

<p>Rajasthan</p> Signup and view all the answers

Justice Ajay ______ has recently been appointed as the second Lokpal of India.

<p>Khanwilkar</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Shahpur Kandi Dam is located on the ______ River.

<p>Ravi</p> Signup and view all the answers

The recently discussed Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is related to ______.

<p>Rejuvenation</p> Signup and view all the answers

The 'Dharma Guardian' joint exercise is organized between ______ and Japan.

<p>India</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ Mela Mahotsav focuses on tribal culture.

<p>Hijla</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Recent Developments in Various Fields

  • China's recent mission to Qianling Antarctica highlights the country's ongoing efforts in polar exploration.

  • The Kerala Government's KPP Nambiar Award 2024 was awarded to S. Somanath for his contributions.

  • The AHLAN Modi program was recently organized in Abu Dhabi, reflecting diplomatic engagements.

  • The first private lander mission sent to the moon is named Odysseus and was launched by American company Intuitive.

  • Hemant Soren was replaced by Champai as the new Chief Minister of Jharkhand.

  • RBI took action against Paytm Payments Bank for regulatory violations.

  • Abhinav Bindra was appointed as the leadership torchbearer for India at the Paris Olympics 2024.

  • The brothers dedicate their divisional effort to the Early Warning Disaster Management initiative, emphasizing disaster preparedness.

  • Assam declared Kazi Nemu fruit as its state fruit, showcasing regional agricultural products.

  • Japan ended the centuries-old tradition of the Sominasai Festival, marking a cultural shift.

  • 'SARVATRA' is a mobile bridge system developed by DRDO for the Indian Army.

  • The estimated target of Fiscal Deficit set by the government in the interim budget 2024-25 is 5.1% of GDP.

  • North India's first human DNA bank is proposed to be established at IT-BHU.

  • PV Narasimha Rao, recognized as the father of economic reforms in India, was awarded the Bharat Ratna.

  • Ritu Bahri was appointed as the first woman Chief Justice of Uttarakhand High Court.

  • The metro in Chennai became the first in India to be included in the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).

  • 'Vidyanjali' is a recent scholarship program initiated by the Ministry of Education.

  • According to the IMF, Germany has surpassed Japan to become the world's third-largest economy.

  • World Wetlands Day is observed annually on February 2nd, promoting awareness of wetlands.

  • Jay Shah has been appointed as the new chairperson of the Asian Cricket Council.

  • India’s first digital National Museum has been established in Hyderabad, highlighting advancements in cultural preservation.

  • The “Dosmoche Festival” is celebrated in Ladakh, reflecting local traditions.

  • Nawaf Salam has recently been appointed as the President of the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

  • The 58th Jnanpith Award was given to Gulzar (Urdu poet) and Jagadguru Rambhadracharya (Sanskrit scholar).

  • Malta became the 119th member country of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), co-led by India and France.

  • Odisha's Jhanki received the best award during the 26th January parade, showcasing cultural heritage.

  • Emmanuel Macron served as the Chief Guest at India's 75th Republic Day celebrations.

  • MS Swaminathan is often referred to as the Father of the Green Revolution for his contributions to agricultural science.

  • Oleg Kono of Russia holds the record for spending 878 days and 12 hours in space.

  • The “Bounce of Joy Program” is an initiative related to the state of Rajasthan.

  • Biman Prasad became the first foreign leader to visit the Ram Temple in India, marking a historic occasion.

  • The "Van Mitra Yojana" focuses on forestry development in Haryana.

  • The 6th Khelo India Youth Games-2023 was hosted in Tamil Nadu.

  • Maharashtra won first place in the sixth Khelo India Youth Games-2023.

  • Karpoori Thakur, recognized as the “Messiah of Social Justice,” received the Bharat Ratna.

  • The highest civilian award in Maharashtra, Maharashtra Bhushan 2023, was awarded to Ashok Saraf.

  • The “Attukal Pongala” festival is celebrated in Kerala, emphasizing regional customs.

  • Assam opened the first naturopathy hospital in North-East India, promoting alternative medicine.

  • The “Tribal Hijla Mela Mahotsav” is associated with Jharkhand, celebrating tribal culture.

  • PM laid the foundation stone for the Barsingsar Solar Power Plant in Rajasthan, promoting renewable energy.

  • Sanjay Kumar Jain was appointed as the new CMD of IRCTC, highlighting leadership changes in government undertakings.

  • The “Dharma Guardian” joint exercise between India and Japan signifies collaboration in defense strategies.

  • Justice Ajay Khanwilkar has been appointed as the second Lokpal of India.

  • Shahpur Kandi Dam, discussed recently, is located on the Ravi River, emphasizing infrastructure development.

  • The Amrit Bharat Station Rejuvenation Scheme aims at modernizing railway stations across India.

  • According to the first Snow Leopard Report by the Indian Government, Ladakh has the highest leopard population.

  • Punjab recently launched the "Ghar-Ghar Ration Scheme" to enhance food distribution efficiency.

  • PM laid the foundation stone for the Kalki Dham temple in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, contributing to cultural projects.

  • In 2024, a total of 5 individuals have been awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honor.

  • Maharashtra will open the country’s first hospital dedicated to animals, promoting veterinary healthcare.

  • The longest cable bridge in India, Sudarshan Setu, was inaugurated to enhance transportation infrastructure.

  • ISRO is set to send 4 astronauts in the Gaganyaan mission, underscoring advancements in space exploration.

  • PM laid the foundation for Sikkim's first railway station in Rangpo, improving connectivity.

  • Gupteshwar Forest, located in Odisha, has recently been declared a Biodiversity Heritage Site.

  • The Khajuraho Dance Festival is a cultural event celebrated in Madhya Pradesh.

  • Shashi Tharoor received France's highest civilian honor, the Knight of the Legion of Honour, recognizing his contributions.

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