1. Income Support Programmes: The Indian National Congress proposed the NYAY scheme, offering Rs 72,000 annually to eligible families, different from UBI due to limited scope and subsidies, unlike the universal UBI concept.
2. India's Palm Oil Imports: India imports palm oil extensively for various uses, focusing on increasing domestic oil palm cultivation to reduce reliance on imports through the National Mission on Edible Oils.
3. Antimicrobial Resistance: Recognized as a global health threat, antimicrobial resistance arises from overuse of antibiotics and poor sanitation, necessitating global action plans, surveillance systems, and research efforts to combat its impact.
4. India-Australia ECTA: The Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement between India and Australia aims to boost bilateral trade, offering preferential access to each other's markets, with expectations of increased exports and job creation.
5. Cyber Crimes in India: Cybercrimes in India, including hacking, phishing, and fraud, are on the rise, with significant incidents originating from outside the country. Government initiatives aim to prevent and address cybercrimes through various agencies and reporting mechanisms
6. Denmark's Queen Margrethe II: The queen of Denmark said she'll stop being queen after 52 years. Her son will become the new king.
7. Oman's Hockey5s World Cup: Oman built a new stadium for a big hockey tournament before the Olympics.
8. France's Online Visas: France made a new system for online visas for the Olympics, making it easier for athletes and journalists to apply.
9. Fast Reactor Plant in Tamil Nadu: India made a special plant for nuclear power to make energy and reuse nuclear fuel.
10. ICJS in Uttar Pradesh: A system in Uttar Pradesh helps police, jails, and courts share information better.
11. Projects in Lakshadweep: India made big projects in Lakshadweep, like faster internet and a better undersea cable.
12. Investments in Gujarat: Companies are planning to invest a lot of money in Gujarat for things like energy and oil.
13. New Commander for Western Naval Command: A new leader took over a big naval command in India.
14. India's Economic Growth: Experts think India's economy might grow more than they first thought.
15. Manufacturing Slowdown in December: Even though factories grew slower in December, they're still doing okay.
16. Asia Pacific Economic Growth: Experts say countries in Asia will grow a lot this year.
17. PNB Housing Finance Ratings Upgrade: A company in India got better ratings for its loans.
18. Vodafone Idea Director's Move to Air India: A director at Vodafone Idea is moving to Air India.
19. Reliance Industries' Certification: Reliance Industries became the first in India to make a special type of recycled plastic.
20. SBI's Financing for Environmental Projects: SBI got a lot of money to help the environment.
21. World Braille Day: January 4 is a day to remember Louis Braille and help people with sight problems.
22. Czech PM at Vibrant Gujarat Summit: The Czech Prime Minister is the main guest at a big event in Gujarat.
23. New President of European Investment Bank: Nadia Calvino is the new boss at a bank in Europe.
24. Puneet Chhatwal Leading FAITH: A leader in the hotel industry will now lead an association in tourism and hospitality.
25. New Spokesperson at MEA: There's a new person talking for India's Ministry of External Affairs.
26. Adani Ports Changes Leadership: Some important people changed roles at Adani Ports.
27. Justice Sanjiv Khanna's New Role: A judge is now in charge of legal help for people who need it.
28. Prof B R Kamboj Gets Award: A professor got an award for helping farmers.
29. Book on Ram Mandir Released: A book about the Ram Mandir was launched by the Kerala Governor.
30. Special Book for PM Modi: The Prime Minister got a special book about a famous temple.
31. Beatrice Chebet's World Record: A runner from Kenya broke a world record for a 5 km race.
32. ISRO's Satellite Launch: India's space agency is sending a big satellite into space with SpaceX.
1. Who will succeed Queen Margrethe II of Denmark after her decision to abdicate the throne?
- Answer: Crown Prince Frederik, her son.
2. Where is the FIH Hockey5s World Cup qualifiers set to take place?
- Answer: Oman.
3. Which system did France introduce for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games to streamline visa applications?
- Answer: Fully digital Schengen visas through the "Olympic Consulate" system on the France-Visas portal.
4. What was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Tamil Nadu worth Rs 400 crore?
- Answer: The Demonstration Fast Reactor Fuel Reprocessing Plant (DFRP) at the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam.
5. What major project did Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate in Lakshadweep worth ?1,156 crore?
- Answer: Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fibre Cable.
6. What was the total worth of agreements signed by the Gujarat government ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit?
- Answer: $86 billion.
7. Who assumed command of the Western Naval Command in Mumbai, succeeding Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi?
- Answer: Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh.
8. What did India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) revise India’s GDP growth estimate to for the fiscal year '24?
- Answer: 6.7%.
9. Which Indian state saw the PM inaugurate projects worth ?1,156 crore?
- Answer: Lakshadweep islands.
10. Who was appointed as the new Chairperson of the Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH)?
- Answer: Puneet Chhatwal.
11. What is the theme of the 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit (VGGS)?
- Answer: "Gateway to the Future."
12. Who succeeded Werner Hoyer as the new president of the European Investment Bank?
- Answer: Nadia Calvino.
13. Which organization did Prof. B.R. Kamboj receive the M.S. Swaminathan Award for his contributions to?
- Answer: Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University.
14. Who broke the women’s 5 km marathon world record at the Cursa dels Nassos in Barcelona?
- Answer: Beatrice Chebet from Kenya.
15. What is the name of ISRO’s communication satellite set for launch aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 Rocket?
- Answer: GSAT-20 (renamed GSAT-N2).
16. Who will succeed Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi as the Vice Chief of Naval Staff?
- Answer: Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh.
17. What was the capacity of the newly constructed stadium in Oman designed to host the FIH Hockey5s World Cup qualifiers?
- Answer: Over 5,000 spectators.
18. What is the upgraded growth forecast for India’s GDP for the fiscal year '24 according to India Ratings and Research?
- Answer: 6.7%.
19. Who assumed the role of Managing Director at Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ)?
- Answer: Karan Adani.
20. Which Indian telecom company saw P Balaji resign from the position of Director (Regulatory and Corporate Affairs)?
- Answer: Vodafone Idea.
21. What is the capacity of GSAT-20 in terms of high throughput?
- Answer: Nearly 48 Gbps.
22. Who inaugurated the book "Ram Mandir Rashtra Mandir Ak Sajhi Virast" at the Rang Bhawan Auditorium in Delhi?
- Answer: Governor Arif Mohammad of Kerala.
23. Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi receive the special presentation of the book "Srirangam – The Resplendent Kingdom of Rangaraja"?
- Answer: During his visit to Tiruchi.
24. Who was appointed as the Executive Chairperson of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA)?
- Answer: Justice Sanjiv Khanna.
25. Which Indian state saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate projects worth ?1,156 crore?
- Answer: Lakshadweep islands.
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