Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 4, 2024

1. Which organization recently issued the standard operating procedure (SOP) for summoning government officials in judicial proceedings? [A] Law Commission of India[B] Supreme Court of India[C] High Court of Delhi[D] Ministry of Law and Justice Show Answer Correct Answer: B ..

UPSC Current Affairs – January 4, 2024

Thanjavur Doll Craftsmanship GS-1-Indian Culture Facts for Pre & Mains:  Thanjavur’s traditional bobble-head and roly-poly dolls face competition from modern toys, impacting local artisans. Artisans like S. Bhoopathy, despite challenges, continue the craft passed down through generations, with only a ..

Pakistan: Proposed Acquisition of J-31 Chinese Stealth Fighters

As per media reports, Pakistan is in talks with China to acquire the J-31 stealth fighter aircraft, which bears similarities to American-made F-35 and F-22 jets. If acquired, these new fighters could replace older F-16s in Pakistan’s fleet. Pakistan’s Existing ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

CCRAS and NCISM Launch ‘SMART 2.0’ to Mainstream Ayurveda Research

The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) along with the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) has initiated the ‘SMART 2.0’ program on January 3rd. It aims to promote evidence-based clinical research on priority Ayurveda interventions ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

The Emerging Threat of ‘Cyber Kidnapping’

The recent case of a Chinese student found unharmed in the US after his parents paid an $80,000 ransom to alleged ‘kidnappers’ has spotlighted the growing menace of cyber extortion plots globally involving convincing victims to isolate themselves. What is ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fibre Connection

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated a submarine fiber optic connectivity project for the Lakshadweep islands along with over Rs 1,150 crore worth of development initiatives spanning sectors like technology, healthcare, education and energy. Connecting Lakshadweep to High-Speed Internet The ..

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Transport Strike Over Stringent Hit-Run Penalties Hits Fuel Supply

A 3-day nationwide strike launched on Jan 1st by truckers, bus and tanker operators against tough new fines for hit-and-run accidents has disrupted mobility and fuel availability in parts of India. Context of the New Hit-and-Run Law The recently introduced ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

India to End Free Movement Regime Permitting Border Crossing Into Myanmar

The Indian government has decided to terminate the Free Movement Regime (FMR) allowing visa-free 16-kilometer entry into each other’s territory for people living along the India-Myanmar border. Advanced fencing will be erected to fully seal the porous frontier. What is ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Hindenburg Research – Adani Group Row

In January 2023, US-based short seller Hindenburg Research published a report alleging several improper dealings by Indian conglomerate Adani Group headed by Gautam Adani. The report accused the group of stock manipulation, use of offshore shell companies, and raising debt ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 3, 2024

1. When is the ‘World Braille Day’ observed every year? [A] January 1[B] January 2[C] January 4[D] January 6 Show Answer Correct Answer: C [January 4] Notes:Every year January 4 is observed as World Braille Day to raise the importance ..