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Which book is NOT related to the Indian Foreign Service?

  • Indian Diplomacy Chronicles
  • Wings of Fire (correct)
  • A Diplomat's Journey
  • A Life Well Spent - Four Decades in the Indian Foreign Service

Who has been appointed as the new MD of Bank of Baroda?

  • Meera Syal
  • Rajneesh Karnatak
  • Sanjiv Chadha
  • Debadatta Chand (correct)

Which country recently surpassed Saudi Arabia as Europe's leading refinery supplier?

  • China
  • India
  • Russia (correct)
  • Saudi Arabia

On which date is Gujarat Day celebrated?

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Who was awarded the Leipzig Book Prize for European Understanding in 2023?

<p>Maria Stepanova (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What scheme is India discussing to provide affordable generic medicines?

<p>Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Yojana (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is King Charles III's coronation scheduled?

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Which naval ships partook in the ASEAN India Maritime Exercise (AIME-2023)?

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What were the key focus areas of the workshop organized by NITI Aayog and Observer Research Foundation (ORF) in New Delhi?

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What is the theme of the 2023 World Health Summit?

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Which country is hosting the AI Safety Summit 2023?

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What is the main focus of the Dark Patterns Buster Hackathon 2023?

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Which project was virtually launched by Indian and Bangladeshi Prime Ministers, enhancing trade and tourism?

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What is the main focus of the 16th Urban Mobility India Conference & Exhibition 2023?

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At which film festival will Kartik Aaryan be honored with the Rising Global Superstar of Indian Cinema award?

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Who released the Malayalam translation of 'Krishna - the 7th Sense'?

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Which literary award did Shankari Chandran win in 2023?

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What is the title of T.N.Seshan's autobiography?

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Who are the authors of the book 'India Rising: Memoir of a Scientist'?

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Where was Vinod Mankara's book 'Prism: The Ancestral Abode of Rainbow' released?

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What is the title of Abhishek Choudhary's biography about Atal Bihari Vajpayee's early years?

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What is the focus of the book 'Colours of Devotion' by Anita Bharat Shah?

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Sudha Pai and Sajjan Kumar authored a book focusing on which theme?

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What is the focus of A.K.Bhattacharya's book 'India’s Finance Ministers'?

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What is the objective of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Trade Show?

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What is the theme of the International Purple Fest 2024?

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What is the primary purpose of the DGsP/IGsP Conference?

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What is the focus of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024?

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What was the theme of the youth dialogue program attended by Anurag Thakur?

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Who is set to become the first Indian to participate in the FIM World JuniorGP World Championship?

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What is the name of the insurance scheme announced by the Telangana government for toddy tappers?

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Who is set to be the Chief Guest at the 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit?

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Why is May 5th designated as 'World Portuguese Language Day'?

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What was a targeted limit for global warming discussed during COP28?

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Where was the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj unveiled by Devendra Fadnavis?

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Which global issue was primarily addressed in the summit led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi?

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Which country won the ACC Men’s Premier Cup, qualifying for the Asia Cup 2023?

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Who was Tori Bowie, whose death was reported at the age of 32?

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Which bank acquired First Republic Bank recently?

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What did India and Israel sign an MoU recently?

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Who has been crowned Miss International India 2023?

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Which railway station was awarded the 'Green Railway Station' certification with the highest rating of Platinum?

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Which Indian-American physician's book has been longlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction?

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Which debut novel by Chetna Maroo has been shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2023?

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Who received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the first-ever RICS South Asia Awards?

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When were the Nobel Prize Winners for 2022 announced?

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Which organization has secured the 'Best Innovation in Refinery' award for 2022-23?

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Who publicized the list of awardees for the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar (SSB) awards for 2022?

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Flashcards

Where were the 19th Asian Games held?

The 19th Asian Games were held in Hangzhou, China, in 2023.

Who won the gold medal in women's compound archery at the Asian Games?

Jyothi Surekha Vennam won the gold medal in the women's individual compound archery event at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

Who did Jyothi Surekha Vennam defeat in the final?

Jyothi Surekha Vennam defeated Tan Ya-Ting in the final to win the gold medal.

What event did India secure a spot in the Paris Olympics?

India secured a coveted spot at the Paris 2024 Olympics in the women's compound archery event at the Asian Games.

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Who did India defeat in the final of men's hockey at the Asian Games?

The Indian men's hockey team defeated China in the final to win the gold medal at the Asian Games 2023.

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Who holds the record for most ODI sixes?

Shahid Afridi holds the record for the most sixes in One Day International (ODI) cricket.

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Who is known as the "Universe Boss" in ODI cricket?

Chris Gayle is known as the "Universe Boss" and ranks second in the list of most ODI sixes.

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Who recently hit 300 ODI sixes?

Rohit Sharma became the third cricketer to hit 300 ODI sixes during the ODI World Cup 2023.

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What sport did Alastair Cook retire from?

Alastair Cook retired from cricket, a sport where teams score runs by hitting a ball with a bat.

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Which county team did Alastair Cook represent?

Alastair Cook represented Essex during his cricketing career.

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Who won the ICC Men's 'Player of the Month' in September 2023?

Mohammed Siraj was awarded the ICC Men's 'Player of the Month' for September 2023 for his outstanding performances in the Asia Cup and One Day Internationals (ODIs).

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Who won the ICC Women's 'Player of the Month' in September 2023?

Chamari Athapaththu led her Sri Lankan team to a historic series win in England and was awarded the ICC Women's 'Player of the Month' for her exceptional all-round performance in T20Is.

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What record did Shubman Gill achieve in September 2023?

Shubman Gill achieved a record-breaking performance in September 2023, contributing to his ICC Men's 'Player of the Month' award. He played a pivotal role in India's Asia Cup victory.

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Who was nominated for the Men's Athlete of the Year award?

Neeraj Chopra has been nominated for the 2023 Men's Athlete of the Year award by World Athletics for his outstanding achievements in javelin throwing.

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Who is a contender in the Men's Athlete of the Year award for shot put?

Ryan Crouser from the USA is a notable contender in the Men's Athlete of the Year award for his exceptional performance in shot put.

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Who excels in 400m hurdles and sprint events?

Noah Lyles is known for his excellence in the 400m hurdles and 400m sprint events.

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Who set a new national record in the men's 100m sprint?

Manikanta H Hoblidhar set a new national record in the men's 100m sprint at the 62nd National Open Athletics Championships 2023.

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What was the previous national record time in the men's 100m sprint?

The previous national record time in the men's 100m sprint was 10.26 seconds before Manikanta H Hoblidhar's achievement.

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Where did the 62nd National Open Athletics Championships take place?

The 62nd National Open Athletics Championships 2023 took place in Bengaluru.

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Who holds the record for most women's hockey World Cup titles?

Australia holds the record for the most women's hockey World Cup titles.

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Who hosted and won the 2023 Men's FIH Hockey World Cup?

Australia hosted and won the 2023 Men's FIH Hockey World Cup.

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Who is the most successful nation in Men's Hockey World Cup?

The Netherlands is the most successful nation in the Men's Hockey World Cup, winning four titles (1971, 1978, 1982, and 1994).

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Who defeated Magnus Carlsen in the Qatar Masters?

Karthikeyan Murali achieved a stunning victory over Magnus Carlsen in the Qatar Masters.

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In which round did Karthikeyan Murali defeat Magnus Carlsen?

Karthikeyan Murali defeated Magnus Carlsen in the fourth round of the Qatar Masters.

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How many athletes will represent India at the Asian Para Games?

India will be represented by 303 athletes at the Asian Para Games.

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Which discipline has the highest representation in India's Asian Para Games contingent?

Athletics will have the highest representation in India's contingent at the Asian Para Games.

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Where will the fourth Asian Para Games take place?

The fourth Asian Para Games are scheduled to take place in Hangzhou, China.

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How many gold medals did India secure in the previous Asian Para Games?

India secured 72 gold medals in the previous edition of the Asian Para Games.

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What sport is played without sight?

Blind Football is a sport played by players who are blind.

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Who broke Yuvraj Singh's record for the fastest fifty?

Ashutosh Sharma recently broke Yuvraj Singh's record for the fastest fifty in Indian cricket during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

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How many sixes did Ashutosh Sharma hit in his record innings?

Ashutosh Sharma hit seven sixes during his record-breaking innings.

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Which country leads the overall medals in the Asian Para Games 2023?

China is the country leading the overall medals in the Asian Para Games 2023.

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What is the title of T.N. Seshan's autobiography?

It is written by T.N. Seshan, former Chief Election Commissioner of India.

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Who are the authors of the book "India Rising Memoir of a Scientist"?

It is an autobiography written by R. Chidambaram, a nuclear scientist who played a pivotal role in India's nuclear program.

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What is the title of Abhishek Choudhary's biography capturing the early years of Atal Bihari Vajpayee?

It is a book about the early years of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the former Prime Minister of India.

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What was the main focus of the NITI Aayog and ORF workshop?

The NITI Aayog and Observer Research Foundation (ORF) organized a workshop in New Delhi that focused on the promotion of technology and innovation collaboration.

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What was the theme of the 2023 World Health Summit?

The 2023 World Health Summit centered around the importance of learning from the COVID-19 pandemic to prepare for and respond to future pandemics.

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Where was the AI Safety Summit 2023 held?

The AI Safety Summit 2023 was held in the United Kingdom.

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What was the focus of the Dark Patterns Buster Hackathon 2023?

The main purpose of the Dark Patterns Buster Hackathon 2023 was to combat deceptive practices in e-commerce.

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What project was launched by Indian and Bangladeshi Prime Ministers?

The Akhaura-Agartala Rail Link was virtually launched by the Prime Ministers of India and Bangladesh, aiming to boost trade and tourism.

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What is the main focus of the Urban Mobility India Conference?

The 16th Urban Mobility India Conference & Exhibition 2023 focused on e-mobility and resilient urban transport.

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Where did Kartik Aaryan receive the 'Rising Global Superstar' award?

Kartik Aaryan was recognized as the Rising Global Superstar of Indian Cinema at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.

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Which literary award did Shankari Chandran win?

Shankari Chandran was awarded the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award in 2023, a prestigious literary award in India.

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Who received the 'Dr. A.M. Gokhale Award' for ophthalmology?

The 'Dr. A.M. Gokhale Award' for ophthalmology was presented to Dr. Chintan Vaishnav, an Indian Army doctor, in Pune.

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Who announced the winners of the SSB awards for 2022?

CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research) announced the winners of the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar (SSB) awards for 2022.

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Which railway station received the 'Green Railway Station' Platinum certification?

Vijayawada Railway Station was awarded the 'Green Railway Station' certification with the highest platinum rating by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC).

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Who won the Miss International India 2023 title?

Praveena Anjana was crowned Miss International India 2023.

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Whose book is longlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction?

Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee, an Indian-American physician, is the author of the book longlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction in London.

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Who received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the RICS South Asia Awards?

Subhash Runwal, a well-known figure in the real estate industry, earned the Lifetime Achievement Award at the first-ever RICS South Asia Awards.

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What book by Chetna Maroo is shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2023?

Chetna Maroo, an Indian-origin author based in London, wrote the debut novel 'Southern Avenue', shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2023.

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When were the Nobel Prize winners for 2022 announced?

The Nobel Prize winners for 2022 were announced on October 5th, 2022.

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What is the objective of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Trade Show?

A large trade show focused on boosting global business opportunities, attracting participants from many countries.

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What is the theme of the International Purple Fest 2024?

The International Purple Fest 2024 celebrates inclusivity and empowerment, emphasizing the importance of creating a society that embraces diversity.

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What is the primary purpose of the DGsP/IGsP Conference?

The DGsP/IGsP Conference brings together senior law enforcement officials to discuss national security, counterterrorism, and police training.

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What is the focus of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024?

The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 focuses on showcasing innovations in sustainable transportation technologies, promoting environmentally conscious transportation solutions.

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What was the theme of the youth dialogue program attended by Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur?

The youth dialogue program attended by Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur focused on "My Bharat Mera Yuva Bharat" to engage young minds in shaping India's progress.

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Who is set to be the Chief Guest at the 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit?

The 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit will be graced by Sultan Al Jaber as the Chief Guest.

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Where did COP28 take place, and what was the targeted limit for global warming discussed in the summit?

COP28 took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The summit aimed to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.

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Who is the new MD and Chairman of Bank of India?

Rajneesh Karnatak is the new Managing Director and Chairman of the Bank of India, a major public sector bank in India.

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Who is the new Managing Director of Bank of Baroda?

Debadatta Chand is the new Managing Director of Bank of Baroda, another prominent public sector bank in India.

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Which country has overtaken Saudi Arabia as Europe's biggest refinery supplier?

Russia has overtaken Saudi Arabia as the top supplier of refined oil products to Europe. This is due to a shift in global energy dynamics following the Ukraine conflict.

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Why is May 1st celebrated as Gujarat Day?

May 1st is celebrated as Gujarat Day to commemorate the formation of Gujarat state in India on May 1, 1960.

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Who passed away, known for promoting nonviolence?

Arun Gandhi, the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, passed away in 2023. He was a renowned activist dedicated to promoting nonviolence and social justice worldwide.

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What scheme is India discussing to offer affordable generic medicines?

India plans to offer affordable generic medicines to other countries through a scheme currently under discussion. The aim is to improve access to essential medications globally.

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Which naval ships participated in the ASEAN India Maritime Exercise (AIME-2023)?

India's naval ships INS Satpura and INS Delhi participated in the ASEAN India Maritime Exercise (AIME-2023) in Singapore. The exercise strengthens maritime cooperation between India and ASEAN nations.

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Who has been appointed as the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court?

Justice TS Sivagnanam has been officially appointed as the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court. He is a senior judge with extensive experience in the Indian judicial system.

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Who is the first Indian to participate in the FIM World JuniorGP World Championship?

Geoffrey Emmanuel is the first Indian to participate in the FIM World JuniorGP World Championship.

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What is the insurance scheme for toddy tappers in Telangana?

The Telangana government's insurance scheme for toddy tappers is called "Geetha Karmikula Bhima."

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Why is May 5th celebrated as "World Portuguese Language Day"?

May 5th is observed as "World Portuguese Language Day" to celebrate the language and cultures of Portuguese-speaking countries. This date was chosen by UNESCO in recognition of the language's rich history and global influence.

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Where was the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj unveiled?

The statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was unveiled by Devendra Fadnavis in Mumbai.

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Which country won the ACC Men’s Premier Cup?

The UAE won the ACC Men’s Premier Cup, earning their spot in the Asia Cup 2023.

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Who was Tori Bowie?

Tori Bowie was an Olympic gold medalist in sprinting. Her death was reported at the age of 32.

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Which bank acquired First Republic Bank?

JPMorgan Chase & Co. acquired First Republic Bank recently.

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What did India and Israel sign an MoU for?

India and Israel recently signed an MoU for industrial research and development cooperation.

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