Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 9, 2024

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The Maharashtra government has approved Logistics Policy 2024. It aims to establish more than 200 logistics parks, complexes, and terminals, which is expected to generate approximately 5,00,000 new job opportunities. The policy targets developing 10,000+ acres of logistics infrastructure, including 25 district nodes, five regional hubs, and state, national, and international logistics hubs. It incentivizes hi-tech logistics, promoting AI, Blockchain, robotics, automation, IoT, and drones, generating tech-savvy jobs for local youth.

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India won the CAVA Women’s Volleyball Nations League final, defeating Nepal 3-2 in Kathmandu. This victory marked India’s second title in the league. Despite a previous loss to Nepal in the league stage, India secured the championship in the finals. The final match displayed high competition and skill between both teams. India took Gold, Nepal secured Silver, and Iran settled for Bronze in the tournament.

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The Indian Army conducted the ‘Parvat Prahaar’ exercise in Ladakh, focusing on high-altitude warfare. The exercise highlights operations in rugged terrains near the India-China border. It involves real-world combat simulations to train soldiers for unique challenges. This fortnight-long drill involves various Army units, including infantry, artillery, and armoured forces, and showcases military assets like tanks, K-9 Vajra artillery, and UAVs. The exercise, involving the Mountain Strike Corps, is crucial for maintaining readiness in this sensitive region amid the ongoing India-China standoff.

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The 10-day Shri Baba Buddha Amarnath pilgrimage in Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir, started on August 8 and will end on August 19, coinciding with Sawan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan. The first batch of pilgrims left Jammu amid tight security. Around 700 pilgrims from Karnataka, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh are participating. The temple is 290 km from Jammu, 4600 feet above sea level, and surrounded by Loran Valley. Visiting Baba Buddha Amarnath is considered essential before the Baba Amarnath yatra in Anantnag.

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A contentious bill to amend the Waqf Act of 1995, aiming to include non-Muslim individuals and Muslim women in Waqf bodies, is set to be presented in the Lok Sabha. The Waqf Act of 1954 defines a Waqf as a property dedicated for religious and charitable purposes. It can be established by deed or long-term usage and fund institutions like mosques and schools. Waqfs are non-transferable, perpetual, and managed by a mutawali under the Waqf Act, 1995.