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1) On January 24, 2025, Union Home Minister Amit Shah will open the National Urban Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation’s (NUCFDC) corporate office in Mumbai. How much crores in paid-up capital must the NUCFDC have by February 8, 2025, within a year of its registration, according to the RBI’s directive?
(a) Rs.100crore
(b) Rs.200crore
(c) Rs.300crore
(d) Rs.400crore
(e) Rs.500crore
2) To encourage financial inclusion and digital literacy throughout India, Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM), powered by NPCI BHIM Services Limited (NBSL), has partnered with FinTech Yatra 2025.How many mile journey seeks to promote innovation in India’s financial ecosystem by bringing together fintech entrepreneurs with stakeholders, venture capitalists, and financial institutions?
(a) 5000km
(b) 10000km
(c) 15000km
(d) 20000km
(e) 25000km
3) Bank of Baroda (BoB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with South Central Railway (SCR) to offer a full compensation package to over 85,000 employees. For how many states has this MoU been signed?
(a) 4
(b) 5
(c) 6
(d) 7
(e) 8
4) In New Delhi, the Government of India’s National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) hosted the Second BIMSTEC Expert Group Meeting on Cyber Security Cooperation. Which year did the first meeting was hosted?
(a) 2021
(b) 2022
(c) 2020
(d) 2019
(e) 2023
5) According to the Industrial Finance Corporation of India (IFCI), how much crores of capital infusion has been permitted by the Indian government through the preferential issuance of shares?
(a) Rs.100crore
(b) Rs.200crore
(c) Rs.300crore
(d) Rs.400crore
(e) Rs.500crore
6) According to the Jan’25 report. India has entered the Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS) initiative, which is governed by the OCCAR, by formally joining the Eurodrone program as an observer state. In November 2023, which nation was the first to become an observer state?
(a) China
(b) Japan
(c) Russia
(d) USA
(e) UK
7) The first International Pashmina Festival in Nepal was organized by the Nepal Pashmina Industries Association and the Confederation of Nepalese Industries. It had more than 150 domestic stalls, 40 of which were devoted to pure Nepali Pashmina. Which city in India was famous worldwide for its machine-woven Pashmina?
(a) Kolkata
(b) Patna
(c) Kohima
(d) Agartala
(e) Amritsar
8) The Interior Department of the Trump administration declared that Denali in Alaska would once again be known as Mount McKinley. Which year did Alaska request that the mountain be dubbed Denali, which means “tall” in the Koyukon Indigenous language?
(a) 1971
(b) 1972
(c) 1973
(d) 1974
(e) 1975
9) The Kerala Warnings, Crisis and Hazard Management System (KaWaCHaM) was officially launched by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan at the Thiruvananthapuram headquarters of the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA).Which organization collaborated with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to develop it?
(a) UN
(b) World Bank
(c) WHO
(d) IMF
(e) WMO
10) Which bank has declared that Rakesh Sharma has been reappointed to a three-year term as both the CEO and the Managing Director?
(a) Canara bank
(b) YES bank
(c) IDBI bank
(d) Karnataka bank
(e) Axis bank
11) As per the report, Micheál Martin, the head of Fianna Fáil, has been confirmed as Ireland’s Prime Minister following a vote in the Dáil, the lower house of parliament. According to the coalition agreement, the outgoing Prime Minister, Simon Harris, would return to leadership in late which year?
(a) 2026
(b) 2027
(c) 2028
(d) 2029
(e) 2025
12) An important milestone in India’s scientific capabilities and blue economy will be reached this year with the launch of the nation’s first human underwater submersible (Deep-Sea Manned Vehicle). How many meters will the submersible operate at first, with aspirations to reach 6,000 meters by the following year?
(a) 2500m
(b) 500m
(c) 1000m
(d) 2000m
(e) 1500m
13) In order to commit financial frauds and cybercrimes, scammers have been using Indian cellphone phones (+91-xxxxx) to impersonate foreign calls and trick Indian citizens. Although these calls seemed to come from India, they were actually made by altering the CLI from overseas. What does “L” mean in CLI?
(a) Limit
(b) Line
(c) List
(d) Logs
(e) Label
14) Which governments released the “Samman Sanjeevani” app as part of the “Mahila Evam Kishori Samman Yojana” on National Girl Child Day 2025?
(a) Haryana
(b) Sikkim
(c) Gujarat
(d) Uttar Pradesh
(e) Bihar
15) In which city will the Bureau of Energy Efficiency and the Energy and Resources Institute establish the Center of Excellence for Energy Transition?
(a) Kolkata
(b) Bengaluru
(c) Hyderabad
(d) Mumbai
(e) Kochi
16) Recently(Jan ’25), Which organization and Bhaane Group signed a memorandum of understanding to support manufacturing startups?
(a) Department of Revenue
(b) MSME
(c) Department of Industrial Research
(d) SIDBI
(e) DPIIT
17) Which Government Signs a Memorandum of Understanding to Expand Advanced Manufacturing Facilities for ₹500 Crore with Taural India?
(a) Gujarat
(b) Maharashtra
(c) Madhya Pradesh
(d) West Bengal
(e) Karnataka
18) Recently, the Fiscal Health Index (FHI), which was published by NITI Aayog, examined the fiscal health of 18 major Indian states by looking at factors such as GDP contribution, demographics, public spending, revenues, and fiscal stability. Which state has the lowest index score?
(a) Goa
(b) Gujarat
(c) Odisha
(d) Haryana
(e) Punjab
19) Which of the following match is incorrectly paired?
(a) International Day Of Clean Energy – January 26
(b) International Holocaust Remembrance Day – January 27
(c) World Leprosy Day – Last Saturday of January
(d) International Customs Day – January 26
(e) All are correct
20) What is the name of the currency of Ireland?
(a) Peso
(b) Euro
(c) Franc
(d) Dollar
(e) Pound
Answers :
1) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah will inaugurate the corporate office of the National Urban Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation (NUCFDC) in Mumbai on January 24, 2025.
The NUCFDC, established with the approval of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), aims to address challenges faced by approximately 1,500 Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs).
The RBI has mandated the NUCFDC to secure a paid-up capital of ₹300 crore by February 8, 2025, within one year of its registration.
Detailed Explanation:
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah will inaugurate the corporate office of the National Urban Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation (NUCFDC) in Mumbai on January 24, 2025.
The event will mark the launch of several initiatives aimed at achieving Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of “Sehkar Se Samriddhi” (Prosperity through Cooperation).
During the occasion, Shri Amit Shah will release the annual calendar of activities for the International Year of Cooperatives 2025, highlighting efforts to promote cooperative organizations across India and enhance their global presence.
Additionally, he will launch training programs designed to improve the operational and managerial capabilities of 10,000 newly formed multipurpose cooperative societies.
The NUCFDC, established with the approval of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), aims to address challenges faced by approximately 1,500 Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs).
The RBI has mandated the NUCFDC to secure a paid-up capital of ₹300 crore by February 8, 2025, within one year of its registration.
2) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM), powered by NPCI BHIM Services Limited (NBSL), has joined hands with FinTech Yatra 2025 to promote financial inclusion and digital literacy across India.
The 10,000 km journey aims to connect fintech innovators with financial institutions, venture capitalists, and stakeholders to foster innovation in India’s financial ecosystem.
Detailed Explanation:
Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM), powered by NPCI BHIM Services Limited (NBSL), has joined hands with FinTech Yatra 2025 to promote financial inclusion and digital literacy across India.
Train-the-Trainer Model: Over 200 individuals from NGOs will be trained to educate communities about secure digital payment practices, with a focus on rural and remote areas.
Mission Alignment: Rahul Handa, Chief Business Officer of NBSL, emphasized that this initiative aligns with BHIM’s mission to bridge the digital divide and promote efficient digital payment solutions.
The 10,000 km journey aims to connect fintech innovators with financial institutions, venture capitalists, and stakeholders to foster innovation in India’s financial ecosystem.
3) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
Bank of Baroda (BoB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with South Central Railway (SCR) to provide a comprehensive salary package for over 85,000 employees across 6 states: Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
Detailed Explanation:
Bank of Baroda (BoB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with South Central Railway (SCR) to provide a comprehensive salary package for over 85,000 employees across 6 states: Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
The initiative includes enhanced personal accident insurance coverage, free Hospicash facilities, and special offers on retail loans, debit cards, and credit cards.
Unique benefits comprise reimbursement for girl child marriage (aged 18-25), higher education cover, and transportation of imported medicines.
Employees will also receive personal accident insurance of up to ₹1.25 crore for on-duty accidental death and ₹1 crore for off-duty incidents, alongside a group term life insurance facility of ₹10 lakh.
Additionally, retired employees up to 70 years of age can avail of these benefits if their pensions are routed through the Baroda Government Employee Salary Account, in accordance with the bank’s guidelines.
4) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
The National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS), Government of India, organized the Second BIMSTEC Expert Group Meeting on Cyber Security Cooperation in New Delhi.
This follows the First Meeting hosted by India in 2022, also held in New Delhi.
Detailed Explanation:
The National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS), Government of India, organized the Second BIMSTEC Expert Group Meeting on Cyber Security Cooperation in New Delhi.
This follows the First Meeting hosted by India in 2022, also held in New Delhi.
Objective:
The primary goal of the meeting was to finalize an Action Plan aimed at:
Enhancing coordination and collaboration among BIMSTEC member states.
Strengthening cybersecurity in the use of ICTs (Information and Communication Technologies).
Scope of the Action Plan:
Exchange of Cyber-Related Information: Mechanisms for seamless data sharing between member states.
Cybercrime Prevention: Frameworks to combat cybercrime collaboratively.
Protection of Critical Information Infrastructures (CIIs): Strategies to secure sensitive infrastructure.
Incident Response: Collaborative efforts for cyber incident response.
International Cyber Norms: Alignment with global developments in cyber governance.
Implementation Timeline: The Action Plan is set to be implemented over 5 years.
Key Initiatives Discussed:
Establishing a CERT-to-CERT (Computer Emergency Response Team) cooperation mechanism.
India’s Contribution:
Presented its initiative Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) on “Cyber Hygiene for School Children”, highlighting awareness and prevention strategies for younger populations.
5) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
The Industrial Finance Corporation of India (IFCI) announced that the Government of India has approved a capital infusion of ₹500 crore into the company through the preferential issue of shares.
The capital infusion is part of the government’s ongoing support to IFCI, as outlined in the first Supplementary Demand for Grants for FY 2024-25, which was approved in the Lok Sabha in December 2024.
Detailed Explanation:
The Industrial Finance Corporation of India (IFCI) announced that the Government of India has approved a capital infusion of ₹500 crore into the company through the preferential issue of shares.
The capital infusion is part of the government’s ongoing support to IFCI, as outlined in the first Supplementary Demand for Grants for FY 2024-25, which was approved in the Lok Sabha in December 2024.
With this infusion, the government’s stake in IFCI is expected to increase from its current holding of 71.72% (as of September 2024).
The board of directors of IFCI will meet on January 29, 2025, to consider the preferential issue of equity shares to the central government, subject to approval from shareholders, stock exchanges, and other relevant regulatory authorities.
6) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
India has officially joined the Eurodrone programme as an observer state, marking its entry into the OCCAR-managed Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS) initiative.
The Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR), based in Bonn, Germany, approved India’s request made in August 2024.
India’s Strategic Interest: India’s participation follows Japan, which became the first observer state in November 2023. This move reflects India’s intent to explore defence collaboration opportunities with Europe.
Detailed Explanation:
India has officially joined the Eurodrone programme as an observer state, marking its entry into the OCCAR-managed Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS) initiative.
The Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR), based in Bonn, Germany, approved India’s request made in August 2024.
The Letter of Approval (LoA) was delivered to India’s ambassador to Germany, Ajit Gupte, by OCCAR-EA Director Joachim Sucker.
Led by Airbus Defence and Space: Airbus, in collaboration with Leonardo (Italy), Dassault Aviation (France), and Airbus Defence and Space (Spain), is developing the Eurodrone.
Mission Capabilities: Designed for diverse missions, including Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR), maritime surveillance, anti-submarine warfare, and airborne early warning.
India’s Strategic Interest: India’s participation follows Japan, which became the first observer state in November 2023. This move reflects India’s intent to explore defence collaboration opportunities with Europe.
7) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
Nepal Pashmina Industries Association and the Confederation of Nepalese Industries hosted the first International Pashmina Festival in Nepal, showcasing over 150 domestic stalls, including 40 dedicated to pure Nepali Pashmina.
In India, Pashmina is primarily produced in Ladakh, Jammu, and Kashmir, while machine-woven Pashmina from Amritsar is also globally renowned.
Detailed Explanation:
Nepal Pashmina Industries Association and the Confederation of Nepalese Industries hosted the first International Pashmina Festival in Nepal, showcasing over 150 domestic stalls, including 40 dedicated to pure Nepali Pashmina.
Nepali Pashmina, branded as “Chyangra Pashmina”, is recognized for its lightweight, warmth, and authentic natural fibre, derived from the undercoat of the Pashmina goat during its natural shedding season.
Minister Damodar Bhandari highlighted Nepali Pashmina’s global recognition, competing with leading producers like China and Mongolia.
In India, Pashmina is primarily produced in Ladakh, Jammu, and Kashmir, while machine-woven Pashmina from Amritsar is also globally renowned.
8) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
The Trump administration’s Interior Department announced a rebranding effort.
The Gulf of Mexico was renamed to the Gulf of America.
Alaska’s Denali was renamed back to Mount McKinley.
In 1975, the peak was renamed Denali at Alaska’s request, meaning ‘tall’ in the Koyukon Indigenous language.
Detailed Explanation:
The Trump administration’s Interior Department announced a rebranding effort.
The Gulf of Mexico was renamed to the Gulf of America.
Alaska’s Denali was renamed back to Mount McKinley.
The Interior Department stated that the changes align with preserving America’s historical legacy.
Denali’s previous name, Mount McKinley, honored former President William McKinley.
In 1975, the peak was renamed Denali at Alaska’s request, meaning ‘tall’ in the Koyukon Indigenous language.
The renaming of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America is unlikely to gain international acceptance, as it conflicts with centuries-old maritime references.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum humorously suggested renaming North America in response.
9) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the Kerala Warnings, Crisis and Hazard Management System (KaWaCHaM) at the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram.
Collaboration: Developed by KSDMA in partnership with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the World Bank under the National Cyclone Mitigation Plan.
Detailed Explanation:
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the Kerala Warnings, Crisis and Hazard Management System (KaWaCHaM) at the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram.
KaWaCHaM is a state-of-the-art disaster risk warning system aimed at ensuring swift rescue operations and timely alerts in disaster-prone areas.
Real-Time Alerts: The system will provide real-time disaster warnings through sirens and strobe lights, enabling timely evacuation in affected areas.
Network Infrastructure: Includes:
126 siren-strobe light units installed across the state.
93 emergency operation centres connected via VPN and a centralized data centre.
Collaboration: Developed by KSDMA in partnership with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the World Bank under the National Cyclone Mitigation Plan.
10) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
IDBI Bank has announced the reappointment of Rakesh Sharma as Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for another three-year term.
Rakesh Sharma currently serves as President of the Governing Body of Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) and is a member of the Managing Committee of the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA).
Detailed Explanation:
IDBI Bank has announced the reappointment of Rakesh Sharma as Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for another three-year term.
Rakesh Sharma, a seasoned banking professional with over 40 years of experience, began his career at State Bank of India (SBI), where he held key roles in credit assignments, international banking operations, HR, and retail operations across multiple regions.
In his leadership roles, Rakesh Sharma was MD & CEO of Lakshmi Vilas Bank Ltd. from 2014 to 2015 and Canara Bank from 2015 to 2018.
Rakesh Sharma currently serves as President of the Governing Body of Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) and is a member of the Managing Committee of the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA).
He is also the Non-Executive Director and Chairman of IDBI Capital Markets & Securities Ltd. and IDBI Intech Limited.
11) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has been confirmed as Prime Minister of Ireland after a vote in the Dáil, Ireland’s lower house of parliament.
The 64-year-old previously served as Prime Minister from 2020 to 2022.
Under the coalition agreement, Simon Harris, the outgoing Prime Minister, will return to leadership in late 2027.
Detailed Explanation:
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has been confirmed as Prime Minister of Ireland after a vote in the Dáil, Ireland’s lower house of parliament.
The 64-year-old previously served as Prime Minister from 2020 to 2022.
Under the coalition agreement, Simon Harris, the outgoing Prime Minister, will return to leadership in late 2027.
The coalition held onto power after securing 86 seats in the 174-seat Dáil during the general election in late November, falling just short of a majority.
Sinn Féin, the main opposition party, won 39 seats, making it the second-largest party after Fianna Fáil with 48 seats.
12) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
India is set to launch its 1st human underwater submersible (Deep-Sea Manned Vehicle) this year, marking a significant milestone in the country’s scientific capabilities and the blue economy.
The submersible will initially operate at a depth of up to 500 meters, with plans to reach 6,000 meters by next year.
This mission aligns with India’s other landmark missions, such as the Gaganyaan space mission, showcasing the country’s dual leap in scientific excellence.
Detailed Explanation:
India is set to launch its 1st human underwater submersible (Deep-Sea Manned Vehicle) this year, marking a significant milestone in the country’s scientific capabilities and the blue economy.
The submersible will initially operate at a depth of up to 500 meters, with plans to reach 6,000 meters by next year.
This mission aligns with India’s other landmark missions, such as the Gaganyaan space mission, showcasing the country’s dual leap in scientific excellence.
The Deep Ocean Mission aims to unlock critical resources, including minerals, rare metals, and marine biodiversity, which are essential for economic growth and environmental sustainability.
Entirely based on indigenous technology, the mission underscores India’s self-reliance in cutting-edge science.
Additionally, the mission will contribute to sustainable fisheries and biodiversity conservation, ensuring long-term benefits for the nation’s economy and scientific community.
13) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
Fraudsters have been exploiting international spoofed calls to deceive Indian citizens by using Indian mobile numbers (+91-xxxxx) to carry out cybercrimes and financial frauds.
While these calls appeared to originate from India, they were actually made from abroad by manipulating the Calling Line Identity (CLI), often known as the phone number.
Detailed Explanation:
Fraudsters have been exploiting international spoofed calls to deceive Indian citizens by using Indian mobile numbers (+91-xxxxx) to carry out cybercrimes and financial frauds.
While these calls appeared to originate from India, they were actually made from abroad by manipulating the Calling Line Identity (CLI), often known as the phone number.
International Incoming Spoofed Calls Prevention System: DoT launched an indigenously developed system in collaboration with all Telecom Service Providers (TSPs) to block spoofed calls.
This system has been highly effective, blocking 90% of spoofed international calls, approximately 1.35 crore calls within just 24 hours.
The success of the system has reduced the daily spoofed calls identified with Indian numbers to about 4 lakhs, a significant drop.
14) Answer: A
Short Explanation:
On National Girl Child Day 2025, Haryana Women and Child Development Minister Shruti Choudhry launched the ‘Samman Sanjeevani’ app under the ‘Mahila Evam Kishori Samman Yojana’ in Chandigarh.
The app aims to ensure timely delivery of benefits under the scheme for BPL women and girls aged 10–45 years by tracking facilities like the distribution of sanitary napkins through Anganwadi centres and schools.
Detailed Explanation:
On National Girl Child Day 2025, Haryana Women and Child Development Minister Shruti Choudhry launched the ‘Samman Sanjeevani’ app under the ‘Mahila Evam Kishori Samman Yojana’ in Chandigarh.
The app aims to ensure timely delivery of benefits under the scheme for BPL women and girls aged 10–45 years by tracking facilities like the distribution of sanitary napkins through Anganwadi centres and schools.
It will also collect beneficiary data and provide monthly updates.
The Minister highlighted that the Women and Child Development Department is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ scheme, with various programmes planned to promote women’s empowerment and raise awareness about the importance of daughters.
15) Answer: C
Short Explanation:
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a Centre of Excellence for Energy Transition (CoEET).
The Centre will be located at TERI’s Institute of Energy Transition (IoET) in Hyderabad.
Detailed Explanation:
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a Centre of Excellence for Energy Transition (CoEET).
The Centre will be located at TERI’s Institute of Energy Transition (IoET) in Hyderabad.
Promotion of Clean Energy Adoption: CoEET will act as a catalyst for advancing the global transition to a low-carbon economy through research and innovation.
Research and Innovation Hub: The Centre will focus on capacity-building and promoting research in energy transition technologies and sustainable development.
National and International Collaboration: BEE and TERI will collaborate with global partners to address energy transition challenges and align with international sustainability goals.
16) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bhaane Group, a subsidiary of Shahi Exports Private Limited, the largest manufacturer of apparel in India.
Detailed Explanation:
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bhaane Group, a subsidiary of Shahi Exports Private Limited, the largest manufacturer of apparel in India.
This collaboration aims to launch incubation programs for startups specializing in manufacturing and other production sectors, with a focus on fostering relationships with international startup ecosystems.
This is part of the Indian government’s efforts to promote new manufacturing entrepreneurs within the country.
Fostering Innovation: The partnership will support startups by providing access to market insights, enabling them to understand foreign market dynamics.
17) Answer: B
Short Explanation:
In a strategic move to bolster industrial growth and self-reliance, Taural India, a leading world-class integrated aluminium foundry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Maharashtra to expand its advanced manufacturing facility in Supa, Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra.
The MoU was signed at the Maharashtra Pavilion during the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, in the presence of Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, along with other senior government officials.
Detailed Explanation:
In a strategic move to bolster industrial growth and self-reliance, Taural India, a leading world-class integrated aluminium foundry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Maharashtra to expand its advanced manufacturing facility in Supa, Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra.
The MoU was signed at the Maharashtra Pavilion during the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, in the presence of Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, along with other senior government officials.
The expansion aligns with Maharashtra’s vision of becoming a $1 trillion economy by leveraging innovation, local talent, and self-reliance in critical industries.
The Supa facility will cater to the surging demand from sectors including energy, defence, aerospace, marine, railways, and healthcare.
Taural India’s current facility in Pune spans 3,00,000 sq.ft., providing aluminum sand-casting solutions from product design to delivery. The expansion will enhance its ability to meet growing customer needs across these key sectors.
18) Answer: E
Short Explanation:
NITI Aayog released the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) for 18 major states in India, analyzing their fiscal health based on GDP contribution, demography, public expenditure, revenues, and fiscal stability.
Odisha topped the index with a score of 67.8, excelling in Debt Index (99.0) and Debt Sustainability (64.0). Odisha’s fiscal health reflects low fiscal deficits, a good debt profile, and strong capital outlay/GSDP ratio.
Punjab ranked lowest with a score of 10.7. Punjab faced significant challenges, including low Quality of Expenditure, Fiscal Prudence, and Debt Index. The state performed slightly better in Revenue Mobilization and Debt Sustainability.
Detailed Explanation:
NITI Aayog released the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) for 18 major states in India, analyzing their fiscal health based on GDP contribution, demography, public expenditure, revenues, and fiscal stability.
The index evaluates states on five key indicators: Quality of Expenditure, Revenue Mobilization, Fiscal Prudence, Debt Index, and Debt Sustainability.
Top Performing States:
Odisha topped the index with a score of 67.8, excelling in Debt Index (99.0) and Debt Sustainability (64.0). Odisha’s fiscal health reflects low fiscal deficits, a good debt profile, and strong capital outlay/GSDP ratio.
Other top-performing states include Chhattisgarh, Goa, Jharkhand, and Gujarat, with Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh following.
Bottom-Performing States:
Punjab ranked lowest with a score of 10.7. Punjab faced significant challenges, including low Quality of Expenditure, Fiscal Prudence, and Debt Index. The state performed slightly better in Revenue Mobilization and Debt Sustainability.
19) Answer: C
The International Day Of Clean Energy is celebrated every year on the 26th of January 2025. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution A/RES/77/327 on 25 August 2023 and declared that the International Day of Clean Energy will be observed every year on 26th January.
International Holocaust Remembrance Day 2025 is observed every year on the 27th January. On January 27, 2006, the first commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day was held at the UN Headquartered in New York City.
World Leprosy Day 2025 is observed on the last Sunday of January, i.e., 26th January 2025. French philanthropist Raoul Follereau started World Leprosy Day in 1954 to raise awareness of the illness, particularly its socioeconomic effects. World Leprosy Day is observed on the last Sunday of January.
International Customs Day 2025 is observed on the 26th January 2025. In 1983, the group established International Customs Day.
20) Answer: B
About Ireland:
Capital: Dublin
Currency: Euro (EUR)
President: Michael D. Higgins
Prime Minister (Taoiseach): Micheál Martin
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