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20th January Current Affairs 2024

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National and International Current Affairs of 20th January 2024

1. Khelo India Youth Games in Chennai:

   13th edition inaugurated by PM Modi.

   Torch lighting marked the official start.

    Projects worth Rs 250 crores announced.

2. PM Modi Launches Projects in Solapur:

   Inaugurated 8 AMRUT projects.

   Dedicated 90,000 houses under PMAY-Urban.

   Distributed PM-SVANIDHI benefits.

3. UNDP and EU Grants in Papua New Guinea:

   Grants over $420,000 for deforestation, food security, climate change.

   Workshop in Enga Province.

4. Solar Power Stations in Egyptian Heritage Sites:

   Inauguration at five world heritage sites.

   Part of Egypt PV project funded by GEF and EU.

5.  Himachal Pradesh's 'My School-My Pride' Initiative:

   Aligns with National Education Policy.

   Encourages contributions for holistic school development.

6.  Gole Mela Festival in Udhampur:

   Annual festival at Jagannath Temple.

   Showcases diverse stalls, local artistry, and delicacies.

7.  Defence Minister Inaugurates BRO Projects:

   35 projects across border regions.

   Cost of 670 crore, focusing on connectivity.

8. SEBI Chairperson Launches CDSL’s Initiatives:

   Multi-lingual CAS for investor ease.

   'Apka CAS – Apki Zubaani' initiative.

   Introduction of multi-lingual chatbot.

9.  LIC Introduces Jeevan Dhara II Plan:

   Deferred annuity plan with life cover.

   11 annuity options, accessible from age 20.

10. PM Modi Inaugurates Boeing’s Global Engineering & Technology Centre:

    Inauguration near Bengaluru with an investment of Rs 1,600 crore.

    Expected to play a crucial role in aerospace and defence industry.

11. Maharashtra Secures Investments of Rs 3.53 Trillion at Davos:

    CM Eknath Shinde signs 19 MoUs for diverse sectors.

    Potential to generate around two lakh jobs.

12.  India Launches “Alliance For Global Good-Gender Equity And Equality”:

     Unveiled at World Economic Forum Annual Meeting.

     Gains support from WEF and Invest India.

13.  Best Airport Awards at Wings India:

     Bengaluru and Delhi airports jointly awarded 'Best Airport of the Year.'

     Bengaluru's airport recognized with '25 MPPA Traffic Award.'

14.  Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024:

     Awards for 19 children presented by President Droupadi Murmu.

     Interaction with PM Modi on January 23.

15.  Skyways Air Services Wins Best Cargo Services Award at Wings India Awards:

     Recognized for outstanding cargo services.

     Contributing significantly to the aviation industry.

16.  PepsiCo India Appoints Jagrut Kotecha As New CEO:

     Kotecha succeeds Ahmed El Sheikh in March 2024.

    Strategic realignment for continued growth.

17. MoU for AI-Driven Agriculture:

     Signed by National Farmers’ Welfare Programme, IndiaAI, and Wadhwani Foundation.

    Aims to advance AI-driven digital agriculture.

18.  Tata Group Retains IPL Title Sponsorship:

      Utilizes Right to Match card for the next five seasons.

      Extended association with IPL.

19.  “Conversations With Aurangzeb”: A Novel By Charu Nivedita:

     Historical and satirical novel by Charu Nivedita.

     Offers a fresh perspective on historical and contemporary themes.

20.  Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha: World’s Largest Lock and Laddoo Prasad:

      400 kg lock and 1,265 kg laddoo offered for consecration ceremony.

       Crafted by artisans as a mark of devotion.


25 Objective Current Affairs of 20th January 2024

 1.  Where were the Khelo India Youth Games 2023 inaugurated?

   Answer: Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

 2.  What significant projects were launched during the Khelo India Youth Games opening ceremony?

   Answer: Broadcasting sector projects valued at around Rs 250 crores.

 3.  How many AMRUT projects did PM Narendra Modi initiate in Solapur, Maharashtra?

   Answer: 8 AMRUT projects.

 4.  In which housing society in Solapur were 15,000 houses inaugurated, benefiting various workers?

  Answer: Raynagar Housing Society.

5.  Where did the UNDP and EU allocate grants for initiatives against deforestation and climate change?

   Answer: Papua New Guinea.

 6.  What is the purpose of the "green rooms" launched by UNDP and the Government of Denmark in Ukraine?

   Answer: Facilitate interactions between police officers and child survivors/witnesses of crime.

 7.  In which country were solar power stations inaugurated at world heritage sites?

   Answer:  Egypt.

8. What initiative did Himachal Pradesh unveil for education transformation?

   Answer:  'My School-My Pride' campaign under the 'Apna Vidyalay' programme.

 9.  What is the significance of the 'Gole Mela' festival in Udhampur?

   Answer:  A collective expression of faith, bringing people together in celebration.

 10.  How many projects were inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in border regions?

    Answer:  35 projects.

11.  What major step did SEBI Chairperson take for investor ease?

    Answer: Launched CDSL’s Multi-Lingual Initiatives.

 

12. What is the key feature of LIC's Jeevan Dhara II plan?

    Answer: It offers a non-participating, individual savings, deferred annuity option.

 13.  Where was Boeing’s global engineering and technology center campus inaugurated?

    Answer: Near Bengaluru.

 14.  How much investment did Maharashtra secure during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos?

    Answer: Rs 3.53 trillion.

 15.  What initiative did India launch at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting for gender equity and equality?

    Answer: "Alliance for Global Good-Gender Equity and Equality."

16.  Which airports received the 'Best Airport of the Year' award at Wings India Awards?

    Answer:  Bengaluru and Delhi airports.

 17.  What is the significance of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024?

    Answer: Recognizing outstanding accomplishments of 19 children.

 18.  Which company won the 'Best Cargo Services Award' at Wings India Awards?

    Answer:  Skyways Air Services Pvt Ltd.

19. Who has been appointed as the new CEO of PepsiCo India?

    Answer:  Jagrut Kotecha.

20.  What does the recently signed MoU between National Farmers Society, IndiaAI, and Wadhwani Foundation aim to achieve?

 Answer: AI-driven digital agriculture.

21.  Which company secured the IPL title sponsorship for the next 5 years?

    Answer: Tata Sons Private Limited.

22.  What is the title of the novel by Charu Nivedita recently translated into English?

    Answer: "Conversations with Aurangzeb."

23. What unique offerings did the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya receive for its Pran Pratishtha ceremony?

    Answer:  World’s largest lock and 1,265 kg laddoo Prasad.

 24. Who crafted the world’s largest lock for the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya?

    Answer:  Satya Prakash Sharma.

25.  How long did it take to prepare the colossal 1,265 kg laddoo Prasad for the Ram Mandir?

    Answer: Three days, with 25 men working tirelessly.