Recent Developments in Fisheries and CPSEs

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What is the primary focus of Tata AIA's new offshore branch launched in Gujarat?

To facilitate USD-denominated life insurance policies for NRIs (correct)

To offer personal loans at lower interest rates

To allow NRIs to invest in mutual funds

To provide educational loans for NRIs

Which initiative was launched at the GFF 2024 in partnership with the NPCI?

UPI Interoperable Cash Deposit (UPI-ICD) (correct)

Two-factor authentication for online transactions

Green Finance Initiative

Global Fintech Workshop

What major upgrade did the State Bank of India implement with YONO 2.0?

Launch of a cryptocurrency wallet

Introduction of international loan options

Implementation of biometric authentication

Enhanced digital banking features and user interface (correct)

What unique feature does the Income Suraksha Plan provide to policyholders' families?

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Which two organizations partnered to launch the IndianOil RBL Bank XTRA Credit Card?

RBL Bank Limited and Indian Oil Corporation Limited Signup and view all the answers

Which organization signed a MoU to promote wrestling in India?

United World Wrestling Signup and view all the answers

Who won the F1 Italian Grand Prix in 2024?

Charles Leclerc Signup and view all the answers

Where was the MoU regarding wrestling signed?

Paris Signup and view all the answers

Which driver finished second in the 2024 F1 Italian GP?

Oscar Piastri Signup and view all the answers

During which dates was the championship organized by the All India Chess Federation held in 2024?

17th to 27th August Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the MoU signed between the Comptroller and Auditor General of India and the General Court of Audit of Saudi Arabia?

To improve bilateral cooperation in public sector auditing. Signup and view all the answers

In which location did NSA Ajit Kumar Doval sign the Founding Documents of the CSC?

Colombo, Sri Lanka Signup and view all the answers

Which countries are part of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)?

India, Maldives, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka Signup and view all the answers

What project did Adani Green Energy commit to in northern Sri Lanka?

Wind power project Signup and view all the answers

When will India host the 3rd meeting of the Indo-Russian Joint Commission on the Cooperation in the Field of Emergency Management?

2026 Signup and view all the answers

Where will the CSC Secretariat be established?

Colombo, Sri Lanka Signup and view all the answers

What was the location of the 2nd meeting of the Joint Russian-Indian Commission on Emergency Management?

Moscow, Russia Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Notary Portal launched by the Department of Law and Justice?

Digitalization of public services related to notaries. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the fisheries projects inaugurated by PM Modi in Palghar district?

To strengthen fisheries sector infrastructure and productivity Signup and view all the answers

How many Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) exist after the recent grants?

25 Signup and view all the answers

Which organization signed a MoU with Visa Inc. to upskill Indian youths for the tourism industry?

Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council Signup and view all the answers

What is the value of the MoU signed for upskilling youth in the tourism industry?

USD 1 million Signup and view all the answers

Where did PM Modi address the special session at the 5th Global Fintech Festival?

Mumbai Signup and view all the answers

Which companies received 'Navratna' status as mentioned in the content?

SJVN, RailTel, and Solar Energy Corporation of India Signup and view all the answers

Which theme is associated with GFF 2024?

Blueprint for the Next Decade of Finance: Responsible Resilient Signup and view all the answers

Which council is not mentioned as being part of the GFF organization?

Ministry of Skill Development Signup and view all the answers

Which player finished in third place at the National Chess Championship 2024?

Neelash Saha Signup and view all the answers

What significant event occurred on August 31?

International Day for People of African Descent Signup and view all the answers

Which football club won the Durand Cup 2024?

NorthEast United FC Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration for the National Nutrition Week observed in 2024?

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How old was A.G. Noorani at the time of his passing?

94 years Signup and view all the answers

Where was the National Chess Championship 2024 held?

Gurugram Signup and view all the answers

Which team did NorthEast United FC defeat to win their first Durand Cup?

Mohun Bagan SG Signup and view all the answers

What is celebrated during the National Nutrition Week?

Healthy eating habits Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

PM Modi Inaugurates Fisheries Projects

PM Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 218 fisheries projects in Palghar district, Maharashtra.
These projects are worth around ₹1,560 crore.
This aims to strengthen fisheries sector infrastructure and productivity across India.

Four CPSEs Get 'Navratna' Status

The Department of Public Enterprises, Ministry of Finance, Government of India has granted “Navratna status” to four Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs).
These CPSEs are Railtel Corporation of India (RCIL), Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) Limited, National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) and Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd.(SJVN).
This increases the number of Navratna CPSEs to 25 from 21.

MSDE Signs MoU with Visa for Tourism Sector Upskilling

The Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Visa Inc.
This will upskill at least 20,000 Indian youths in tourism-relevant skills.
The three-year partnership is worth up to USD 1 million.

PM Modi Addresses 5th Global Fintech Festival

PM Modi addressed a special session at the 5th Global Fintech Festival (GFF 2024) held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
The theme of GFF 2024 was “Blueprint for the Next Decade of Finance: Responsible AI | Inclusive | Resilient”.
The GFF is jointly organized by the Payments Council of India (PCI), the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and the Fintech Convergence Council (FCC).

India Signs MoU with Saudi Arabia for Public Sector Auditing

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the General Court of Audit, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
This MoU aims to enhance bilateral cooperation and exchange expertise in the field of public sector auditing.

Colombo Security Conclave Founding Documents Signed

National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Kumar Doval visited Colombo (Sri Lanka) to sign the Founding Documents of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC).
India, the Maldives, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka signed a Charter and a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the establishment of the CSC Secretariat in Colombo.

India Supports Hybrid Energy Projects in Sri Lanka

Santosh Jha, High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, handed over the first payment for India-backed hybrid energy projects in the Delft, Nainativu, and Analaitivu islands off the Jaffna peninsula, Sri Lanka.
Adani Green Energy has committed over USD 440 million for a wind power project in northern Sri Lanka.

Tata AIA Launches Offshore Branch for NRIs

Tata AIA Life Insurance Company Limited (Tata AIA) has launched its offshore branch at Gujarat International Finance Tech City (GIFT City).
This branch allows Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to purchase USD-denominated life insurance policies through the Tata AIA's website.

ABSLI & Policybazaar Launch New Term Insurance Plan

Mumbai-based Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Limited (ABSLI) and Gurugram-based Policybazaar Insurance Brokers Private Limited have jointly launched ‘Income Suraksha Plan’.
This new term insurance plan offers a lifelong income stream to the policyholder's family in the event of their demise.

New Insect Species Discovered in India

Two new species of 'Jumping Spiders' have been discovered in India.
These species were found in Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka and Ernakulam district of Kerala.
The detailed research findings have been published in the Journal of Insect Biodiversity and Systematics (JIBS).

Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc Wins F1 Italian GP 2024

Charles Leclerc, a Monacan racing driver, won the Formula One (F1) Italian Grand Prix (GP) 2024.
This victory marks Leclerc’s 2nd Italian GP title.

GM Karthik Venkataraman Wins National Chess Championship

Grandmaster (GM) Karthik Venkataraman from Andhra Pradesh won the National Chess Championship 2024.
GM Ganguly Surya Shekhar finished 2nd while International Master (IM) Neelash Saha finished 3rd.

NorthEast United FC Wins Durand Cup 2024

NorthEast United Football Club (NEUFC) won their first Durand Cup title by defeating defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) 4-3 in a penalty shootout.

Renowned Lawyer AG Noorani Passes Away

Abdul Ghafoor Majeed Noorani, a renowned Constitutional expert, distinguished lawyer, and author passed away at the age of 94.

Kiingi Tuheitia, New Zealand’s Maori King Passes Away

Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, the King of the Maori tribe in New Zealand, passed away at the age of 69.

National Nutrition Week 2024

National Nutrition Week (NNW) is annually observed across India from September 1 to 7.
It aims to educate people about the importance of proper nutrition and promote healthy eating habits.

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Explore the recent initiatives by PM Modi, including the inauguration of 218 fisheries projects aimed at enhancing the sector. Learn about the designation of 'Navratna status' awarded to four Central Public Sector Enterprises and its implications for Indian industry.