Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 27, 2024

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Scientists found over 300 new Nazca Lines in Peru, nearly doubling the known geoglyphs. The new lines feature humanoid figures, animals, fish, birds, cats, and even a “killer whale holding a knife.” The Nazca Lines are large geoglyphs carved by an ancient pre-Incan civilization between 200 B.C. and A.D. 500. These geoglyphs were made by removing desert surface pebbles to reveal lighter soil underneath. Around 430 Nazca Lines were already found, most in the last 20 years with satellite technology. The discovery rate is slowing, as remaining shapes are too faint for easy detection. The Nazca Lines were first rediscovered by airplane passengers in the 1920s.

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A new species of glyptosternine catfish, Exostoma sentiyonoae, was discovered in the Dzuleke River, Nagaland. The fish has unique features like an adipose fin attached to the upper caudal-fin rays, tubercles on its dorsal-fin spine, a slender head, small eyes, and 41 vertebrae. It also has a long distance between its dorsal and adipose fins. Researchers distinguished it from related species found in Myanmar and Thailand, like E. berdmorei and E. gaoligongense.

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The Global Aerospace Summit, held in Abu Dhabi, focuses on sustainability, youth engagement, and innovation in the aerospace, space, and defense sectors. Key themes include advancements in aerospace technology, investment strategies, and the integration of emerging technologies like AI and hydrogen-powered aircraft. Industry leaders and government officials discuss the future of air travel and the space economy, which is projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2035. The event emphasizes Abu Dhabi’s role as a leading aerospace hub and its contribution to economic growth through the aviation industry

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A rare weather event involving the collision of two cyclones caused massive tree flattening in Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary, Telangana. The sanctuary is located near the Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana borders in Mulugu district. Declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1952 by the Hyderabad Nizam Government, it spans 806 sq. km. The sanctuary is divided by the Dayyam Vagu water source, and the River Godavari also flows through it.

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World Maritime Day, organized by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), is celebrated annually on the last Thursday of September. In 2024, it falls on September 26. The theme for this year is “Navigating the future: safety first!” This day emphasizes the significance of maritime activities and the industry’s contributions to global development, raising awareness about safety measures and innovations in the maritime sector.