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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: December 5, 2024

December 5, 2024

1. Where was the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Partnership Summit 2024 held? [A] New Delhi[B] Chennai[C] Hyderabad[D] Bhopal Show Answer Correct Answer: A [New Delhi] Notes:The 29th Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Partnership Summit was held on 2-3 December ..

Oxford Word of the Year 2024 – Brain Rot

December 4, 2024

Recently, “brain rot” has been declared the Oxford Word of the Year, followed by a public vote with over 37,000 participants. Language experts reviewed six nominated words reflecting recent societal trends. Definition of Brain Rot “Brain rot” signifies a decline ..

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Strengthening Nepal-China Relations in 2024

December 4, 2024

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli met recently to enhance bilateral ties. Both leaders expressed a commitment to deepening their partnership, which coincides with the upcoming 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Historical Context China and ..

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India’s UPI Achieves Record Transactions in October

December 4, 2024

India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) reached a milestone in October 2024, recording 16.58 billion transactions in one month. This marks a 45% increase from the previous year. The total amount transacted was ₹23.49 lakh crore. UPI continues to revolutionize India’s ..

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US Announces New Military Aid for Ukraine

December 4, 2024

The United States has revealed a new military aid package for Ukraine, which totals $725 million and also includes critical supplies to enhance Ukraine’s defence capabilities. The announcement comes amid growing tensions with Russia and aims to boost Ukraine’s military ..

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New Criminal Laws Launched in India

December 4, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched new criminal laws in Chandigarh, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This initiative marks a shift from colonial-era legal practices, aims to enhance justice for Indian citizens. Key Features of the New Laws The new ..

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Defence Acquisition Council Approves Major Military Purchases

December 4, 2024

The Defence Acquisition Council has recently approved military equipment purchases totaling over 21,772 crore rupees. These approvals were made under the leadership of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi. Water Jet Fast Attack Crafts The council has sanctioned the ..

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South Korea’s Martial Law Declaration Sparks Outrage

December 4, 2024

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in South Korea, which led to protests and political turmoil. Lawmakers quickly opposed the declaration, marking a critical moment for the nation’s democracy. Context of Martial Law Martial law was declared amidst rising ..

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US Approves Helicopter Sale to India

December 4, 2024

On December 2, 2024, the Biden administration informed Congress about military sale to India, valued at approximately $1.17 billion. It aims to enhance India’s defence capabilities and the focus is on improving anti-submarine warfare. Details of the Sale India will ..

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Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) 2.0 Scheme

December 4, 2024

The Government of India is planning to introduce a new Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) 2.0 scheme, which aims to encourage a self-sustaining drone ecosystem. It focuses on local production of drones and their components and also promotes services related to drones, ..

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