Current Affairs Quiz - July, 2023

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A report titled “Compliance Status of Coal-Based Power Plants” was released recently by the Delhi-based non-profit Centre for Science and Environment (CSE).
The report reveals that as of April 2023, a mere 5 percent of the India’s coal-based thermal power generation capacities had implemented the Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) mechanism.

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The Historical ‘Kharchi Puja’ started at the revered fourteen gods temple in Khayerpur. The event brought together devotees from various locations, symbolizing the revival of age-old customs and traditions.
Kharchi Puja is a festival celebrated in Tripura and is performed in Agartala in July or August. The festival is centred around the worship of Chaturdasa Devata, the ancestral deity of the Tripuri people.

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Madras High Court ruled that Caste will have no role to play in appointment of temple priests.
The court added that in temples governed by the Agama, the Trustees/Fit Person only have to ensure that the priest to be appointed is well- versed and properly trained to perform the rituals.

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In the SAFF championship India is set to face Lebanon in the semi-final at Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.
India earlier recorded a 2-0 win over Nepal in the SAFF Championship. In 2022, India retained the SAFF U20 title by beating Bangladesh 5-2 in the final.

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In Myanmar, Burmese peacock softshell turtles, which are critically endangered, have successfully hatched and started their journey in Indawgyi Lake recently.
Also known as Nilssonia Formosa, these turtles are only found in Myanmar. It is one of five species in the genus Nilssonia.

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The Centre approved a new scheme PM-PRANAM to incentivise states to promote alternative fertilisers and reduce the use of chemical fertilisers.
PM-PRANAM stands for PM – Programme for Restoration, Awareness, Generation, Nourishment and Amelioration of Mother Earth scheme. It also decided to continue the current urea subsidy scheme for three years ending March 2025, with an outlay of Rs 3.68 lakh crore.

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The Minister of Coal and Mines Pralhad Joshi, has officially presented the inaugural report on “Critical Minerals for India.”
The report was prepared by a team of experts appointed by the Ministry of Mines. This list, for the first time in India, has identified the comprehensive list of critical minerals while considering the requirements of sectors like defence, agriculture, energy, pharmaceutical, telecom etc.

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The Department of Expenditure has given a boost to reforms by the States in power sector by providing financial incentives, under which an additional borrowing space of up to 0.5 percent of the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) is available to the States annually for a four-year period from 2021-22 to 2024-25.
A total of 12 states have received Rs. 66,413 crores in incentives for their efforts in implementing power sector reforms.

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Finfluencers are individuals who utilize their public social media platforms to provide guidance and share anecdotes regarding money, finance, and stock investments.
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chief Madhabi Puri Buch talked about the growing number of finfluencers and inducements in the market. SEBI’s plan to publish a consultation paper consisting of a set of rules to be followed by the financial influencers.

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The Indian Air Force is making preparations for a large-scale multinational exercise called Tarang Shakti, which will involve the air forces of 12 nations, with six nations joining with their aircraft and the remaining six as observers.
This exercise is set to be the largest air exercise held in India. It aims to strengthen military cooperation among participating air forces and enhance interoperability and synergy in joint operations.