Daily Current Affairs Quiz : October 17, 2023

11. What is the rank of India in the ‘Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2023’? [A] 101[B] 111[C] 121[D] 131 Show Answer Correct Answer: B [111] Notes:In the Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2023, India is ranked 111 out of 125 countries, ..

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: October 17, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for October 17, 2023 INDIA The 5th edition of India STEM Summit 2023 is being organised in New Delhi. Supreme Court refers pleas against electoral bond scheme to 5-judge Constitution bench. India-UK ..

Loss of Insect Pollinators Threatens Tropical Crops, Warns Study

A recent study led by researchers from the University College London and the Natural History Museum has raised concerns about the potential crisis facing tropical crops like coffee, cocoa, watermelon, and mango due to the declining population of insect pollinators. ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

“The Impact of Disasters on Agriculture and Food Security” Report

A report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reveals that natural disasters have resulted in approximately $3.8 trillion worth of crop and livestock production losses over the past 30 years. Asia has borne the largest share of these economic ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

India Achieves Self-Declaration of Freedom from Avian Influenza for Poultry Compartments

In a significant development for India’s poultry industry, the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has approved India’s self-declaration of freedom from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in specific poultry compartments. This achievement demonstrates India’s commitment to maintaining high standards ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Super Power Retailer Programme

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), operating under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), has joined forces with Coca-Cola India to launch the ‘Super Power Retailer Programme.’ This collaborative initiative, part of the Skill India Mission, aims to ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Foetal Viability and Rights of the Unborn Child in Focus

A significant legal case concerning abortion rights is currently before the Indian Supreme Court. The case centers on a married woman’s request to terminate her 26-week pregnancy, and it has raised critical questions about a woman’s autonomy in deciding to ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

USS Dwight D. Eisenhower CSG Deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean

On October 14, US Defence Secretary Austin Lloyd made a significant announcement, directing the nuclear-powered USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (CSG) to the Eastern Mediterranean. This strategic move places the carrier group right next to the ongoing conflict ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2023

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: October 16, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for October 16, 2023 INDIA U.K. and Tamil Nadu collaborate on a smart technology project for sustainable water, waste, and resource management. Pallikaranai marshland in Tamil Nadu welcomes first set of migratory ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : October 15-16, 2023

11. The ‘MMDR Act’, which was seen in the news, is associated with which sector? [A] Medicines and Medications[B] Mines and Minerals[C] Machines and Machineries[D] Movies and Magazines Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Mines and Minerals] Notes:The Union Cabinet granted ..