Current Affairs Quiz - July, 2023

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Google, owned by Alphabet, introduced the ‘Perspectives’ tab feature, which allows users to explore diverse viewpoints on a particular topic. By selecting the filter, users can access a range of content such as videos from platforms like TikTok and YouTube, written posts from discussion boards and social media, and more, as explained in a blog post by Google.

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Infosys has announced a long-term collaboration with Danske Bank. The projected agreement worth USD 454 million for a 5-year term has the possibility to renew for an extra year up to three times.
As part of this agreement, Infosys will also buy Danske Bank’s IT centre in India, which employs over 1,400 people. Danske Bank, headquartered in Denmark, provides banking services to individuals and businesses, as well as large corporations and institutions.

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American rapper Busta Rhymes was awarded the BET Lifetime Achievement Award for 2023. Throughout his career, Busta Rhymes has released a total of nine studio albums, all of which have received praise from critics.
Busta Rhymes has received widespread recognition for his contributions to hip hop. He has been honored with 12 Grammy Awards nominations. It is presented by the Black Entertainment Television (BET) network and has been held since 2001.

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Wanindu Hasaranga equalled the record for the most consecutive five-wicket hauls in ODIs during the Sri Lanka’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier.
Hasaranga joined Pakistan great Waqar Younis as the only bowlers to claim five scalps in three consecutive ODIs when he took 5/79 from 10 overs against Ireland. Hasaranga currently has 61 wickets from 44 ODIs.

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International Pineapple Day is celebrated on June 27th each year to honor and appreciate the tropical fruit.
One of the finest varieties of pineapple called Queen Pineapple is particularly grown in Tripura. Another famous variety of pineapple that is grown in the state is Queue.

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The Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications recently announced the ‘5G & Beyond Hackathon 2023’.
It is aimed at shortlisting India-focused cutting-edge ideas that can be converted into workable 5G & beyond products and solutions. Hundred winners of the hackathon will share a total prize pool of Rs one crore.

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The current account deficit (CAD) quantifies the disparity between the exports and imports of goods and services in an economy.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022-2023, India witnessed a reduction in its current account deficit (CAD) to 0.2 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP), compared to 2 percent in the previous quarter.

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Researchers have developed a tool called Diversity for Restoration (D4R), originally created by Bioversity International, to support agroforestry and ecosystem restoration efforts.
The tool has been further adapted by a team of researchers from Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) in collaboration with Bioversity International to specifically cater to restoration programs in India.

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Indian Bank, in partnership with National E-Governance Service Limited (NeSL) , has rolled out e-BG (electronic bank guarantee) services under Project WAVE.
Indian Bank has also introduced a new facility under Project WAVE, to ensure fully end-to -end digitally pre-approved business loans. The facility is available to process a loan of ₹25 lakh.

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The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) is set to finalize an agreement with the Danish government to establish India’s inaugural pig schools.
The authorities of BTC have collaborated with the Danish Consortium of Academic Craftsmanship (DCAC) and an agricultural business academy based in Denmark, to establish these schools. The BTC  is governing a region of 8,970 sq. km in Assam that includes four districts bordering Bhutan.