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22nd January Current Affairs 2024

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National and International Current Affairs of 22nd January 2024

1. Ayodhya Ram Temple:

   The Ayodhya Ram Temple is introducing a solar-powered "Surya Tilak" for the deity Ram Lalla.

   Developed by the Central Building Research Institute (CBRI), it's a manual, brass-based system to adorn Lord Ram's idol with sunlight during Ram Navami.

2. NHRC and Idate Commission:

   The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) emphasizes implementing the Idate Commission report for the welfare of NTs, SNTs, and DNTs.

3.  India-Nigeria Joint Commission Meeting:

   External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar and his Nigerian counterpart co-chaired the 6th India-Nigeria Joint Commission Meeting on Jan 22, 2024.

4. UN General Assembly:

   Dennis Francis, President of the 78th UN General Assembly, visited India on a five-day visit.

5. National Parks:

   South Button Island, Sirohi, and Nokrek National Parks were mentioned in daily current affairs.

6.  Ayush Diksha Centre in Bhubaneswar:

   Union Ayush Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal laid the foundation stone for the 'Ayush Diksha' center in Bhubaneswar.

7.  Operation Sarvashakti by Indian Army:

   Operation Sarvashakti aims to eliminate terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on the Pir Panjal mountain ranges.

8.  RBI Approval for DCB Bank CEO:

    Praveen Achuthan Kutty is approved as the Managing Director and CEO of DCB Bank by the Reserve Bank of India.

9.  Sony's Termination of Zee Merger:

   Sony terminated the $10 billion merger deal with Zee Entertainment due to challenges in meeting closing conditions within the specified timeframe.

10.  WHO Guidelines for AI in Healthcare:

    The World Health Organization released guidelines for the ethical use and governance of Large Multi-Modal Models (LMM) in healthcare.

11.  A+ Rating for DISCOMs:

    Four electricity distribution companies (DISCOMs) from Delhi and Uttar Pradesh achieved the prestigious A+ rating in the Consumer Service Rating of Discoms (CSRD) report.

12. 19th NAM Summit:

    The 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit, themed 'Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence,' commenced in Uganda.

13.  Bronze for Ravi Kumar Dahiya:

    - Wrestler Ravi Kumar Dahiya claimed a bronze medal at France’s Grand Prix De France Henri Deglane wrestling tournament.

14. Khelo India Youth Games 2024:

    The Khelo India Youth Games 2024 started in Tamil Nadu with over 5,600 athletes from all states and Union Territories participating.

15.  SpaceX Ax-3 Mission:

     SpaceX launched the Ax-3 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) with the first Turkish astronaut onboard, Alper Gezeravc?.

25 Objective Current Affairs of 22nd January 2024

 

    1.  What groundbreaking feature is the Ayodhya Ram Temple set to introduce?

     A: A solar-powered "Surya Tilak" for Ram Lalla.

     2.  Who led the team that developed the "Surya Tilak" system?

     A: Odia scientist Saroj Kumar Panigrahi and the Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) team.

     3.  What material is the manually operated system made of?

     A: Brass.

     4. What did the NHRC emphasize for the welfare of NTs, SNTs, and DNTs?

     A: The need to implement the Idate Commission report.

     5. Which communities' welfare is highlighted in the NHRC's emphasis?

      A: NTs, SNTs, and DNTs (Nomadic Tribes, Semi-Nomadic Tribes, and Denotified Tribes).

     6. Who co-chaired the 6th India-Nigeria Joint Commission Meeting?

     A: External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar and Yusuf Tuggar, the Nigerian counterpart.

     7. When did the India-Nigeria Joint Commission Meeting take place?

     A: On January 22, 2024.

     8.  Who arrived in New Delhi on a five-day visit for the United Nations General Assembly?

     A: Dennis Francis, President of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly.

     9. What is the purpose of Dennis Francis's visit?

      A: To visit India.

    10. Name one of the national parks mentioned in the daily current affairs.

     A: South Button Island National Park.

     11. How many national parks were mentioned in the text?

      A: Three - South Button Island, Sirohi, and Nokrek National Parks.

    12. How many new galleries were inaugurated at the Salar Jung Museum by Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy?

     A: Five.

     13. Name one of the galleries inaugurated at the Salar Jung Museum.

      A: Indian Sculpture Gallery.

    14. Where was the foundation stone laid for the 'Ayush Diksha' Centre?

     A: At the Central Ayurveda Research Institute campus in Bhubaneswar.

     15. What is the primary focus of the 'Ayush Diksha' center?

     A: Development of future Ayush professionals, with a primary focus on Ayurveda.

     16. Which group clinched the first prize at the Mamani Ethnic Food Festival?

      A: The Yokma Group.

      17. Where is the Mamani Ethnic Food Festival held annually?

      A: Heritage Village Styangkung Barsoo in J&K.

      18. What is celebrated on January 21st, 2024, in Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya?

      A: The 52nd anniversary of statehood.

      19. What act facilitated the statehood of Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya?

       A: The North Eastern Region (Re-organisation) Act, 1971.

     20. Where is Operation Sarvashakti focused in Jammu and Kashmir?

      A: Pir Panjal mountain ranges.

     21. Which sectors are the Chinar Corps and White Knight Corps focused on during the operation?

       A: Rajouri Poonch sector.

     22. Who has been approved as the MD & CEO of DCB Bank by the RBI?

      A: Praveen Achuthan Kutty.

     23. For how many years did Murali Natrajan serve as MD & CEO before the upcoming appointment?

      A: Since May 2009, serving until April 28, 2024.

    24. What deal did Sony terminate on January 22, 2021?

      A: The $10-billion merger deal with Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd.

    25. What provision allowed termination of the merger agreement?

      A: Discussions for extending the merger’s end date if not closed within 24 months after the signature date.

    26. What is the purpose of the WHO guidelines?

      A: For the ethical use and governance of Large Multi-Modal Models (LMM) in healthcare.

    27. What risks are noted in the guidelines regarding AI technologies?

     A: Risks such as the generation of false or biased statements and issues related to data quality and bias.

   28. How many DISCOMs achieved the prestigious A+ rating in the CSRD report?

     A: Four.

  29. Name one of the DISCOMs that achieved an A+ rating.

   A: BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL)

  30. What is the theme of the 19th NAM Summit?

   A: ‘Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence.’

   31. How many developing countries are represented in the summit?

    A: Over 120.

   32. In which category did Ravi Kumar Dahiya secure a bronze medal at the Grand Prix De France?

    A: 61kg freestyle category.

  33. What forced Ravi Kumar Dahiya out of the international scene in 2023?

    A: Injuries, including Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) and Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) injuries to his right knee.

  34. In which state is the Khelo India Youth Games 2024 being hosted?

    A: Tamil Nadu.

  35. How many athletes are participating in the Khelo India Youth Games 2024?

   A: Over 5,600 athletes.

  36. Who is the first Turkish astronaut onboard the SpaceX Ax-3 mission?

    A: Alper Gezeravc?.

   37. What is the name of the Crew Dragon capsule for this mission?

     A: "Freedom."