1.Shashi Singh Elected President of AIRIA:
Shashi Singh takes over as the new president of the All India Rubber Industries Association, aiming to propel the association's objectives forward.
2. Government Launches Tur Dal Procurement Portal:
Farmers growing tur dal now have access to a procurement portal launched by the government, ensuring streamlined sales processes. 3. Ministry of Education Initiates PRERANA Program:
The PRERANA program launched by the Ministry of Education aims to provide experiential learning opportunities for students, fostering leadership qualities and embracing cultural heritage. 4. Central Government Allocates Funds for Prithvi Vigyan Scheme:
A significant allocation of funds for the Prithvi Vigyan scheme by the central government marks a new phase in Earth sciences study and understanding in India. 5. Beach Games Inaugurated by Union Sports Minister:
Anurag Thakur inaugurates Beach Games at Ghoghla Beach, highlighting the importance of sports and recreation.
6. Punjab Maps Accident-Prone Sites:
Punjab becomes the first state to map all accident-prone sites, enhancing road safety measures.
7. Indigenous Defense Production Deals Worth Rs 802 Crore Finalized:
Ministry of Defence signs contracts with domestic firms to boost indigenous defense manufacturing, emphasizing self-reliance.
8. Record FPI Purchases Drive Indian Equities:
Historic foreign portfolio investments in Indian equities lead to record-high market indices, signaling positive economic sentiment.
9.Adidas Establishes Global Capacity Centre in Tamil Nadu:
Adidas sets up its first GCC in Asia outside of China, choosing Tamil Nadu as the location, showcasing India's attractiveness for global businesses.
10. PRERANA Program Launched by Ministry of Education:
Ministry of Education introduces PRERANA, an experiential learning program focusing on leadership and cultural heritage.
11.Nepal-India Energy Partnership Agreement:
Nepal and India sign a long-term agreement for power export, strengthening sustainable energy cooperation between the two nations.
12. Shashi Singh Appointed President of AIRIA:
Shashi Singh assumes the role of president at AIRIA, bringing fresh leadership to the rubber industry association.
13.Kuvempu Award Recognizes Bengali Writer Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay:
Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay receives the prestigious Kuvempu Rashtriya Puraskar for his significant contributions to Bengali literature.
14.10th Century Inscription Unearthed in Goa:
An inscription dating back to the 10th century found in Goa sheds light on historical events during the Kadamba period.
1. Who was elected as the new president of the All India Rubber Industries Association (AIRIA)?
Answer: Shashi Singh
2. What is the purpose of the procurement portal launched by the government?
Answer: It is for farmers who grow tur dal to register and sell their produce.
3. Which ministry launched the PRERANA program?
Answer: Ministry of Education
4. Who inaugurated the 2024 NCC Republic Day Camp?
Answer: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar
5. How much money did the Central Government allocate for the Prithvi Vigyan scheme?
Answer: 4,797 crores of rupees
6. Who inaugurated the Beach Games at Ghoghla Beach?
Answer: Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur
7. Which state's cabinet permitted the Old Pension Scheme option?
Answer: Maharashtra
8. What was changed by the Election Commission regarding new parties?
Answer: The rules for allocating symbols
9. How long was the extension approved by the EPFO for employers to upload wage details of higher pension options online?
Answer: Five months
10. What is Starlink known for?
Answer: It is the world's first and largest satellite constellation using a LEO to deliver broadband internet.
11. Where does the West Bengal government plan to develop a tea park?
Answer: Along the banks of the Hooghly River near Kolkata.
12. How many Rajya Sabha members are set to retire in 2024?
Answer: 68
13. Which state became the first to map all accident-prone sites?
Answer: Punjab
14. What deals were finalized by the Ministry of Defence worth Rs 802 crore?
Answer: Procurement of 697 Bogie Open Military (BOM) Wagons and 56 Mechanical Minefield Marking Equipment (MMME) Mark II from domestic firms.
15. What drove Indian equities to all-time highs in December?
Answer: Record FPI (Foreign Portfolio Investors) purchases
16. Which company plans to set up its first Asia GCC outside China in Tamil Nadu?
Answer: Adidas
17. What is the objective of the PRERANA program launched by the Ministry of Education?
Answer: To empower students of classes IX to XII with leadership qualities and provide them with an inspiring experience.
18. What is the budget of the PRITHVI VIGYAN scheme launched by Prime Minister Modi?
Answer: Nearly 4,800 crore rupees
19. Who inaugurated the tur dal procurement portal for farmers?
Answer: Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah
20. What theme was the youth dialogue program attended by Anurag Thakur based on?
Answer: 'My Bharat Mera Yuva Bharat'
21. How much power is Nepal set to export to India in the next 10 years?
Answer: 10,000 MW
22. How much financial support will REC Limited provide to infrastructure projects over the next 5 years in collaboration with Rail Vikas Nigam Limited?
Answer: Up to Rs. 35,000 Crores
23. Who was appointed as the new President of AIRIA?
Answer: Shashi Singh
24. Who was appointed as the Managing Director of National Asset Reconstruction Company (NARCL)?
Answer: P Santhosh
25. Who took over as the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff on January 4, 2024?
Answer: Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi
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