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India-China Relations. Last week saw a huge turnaround in bilateral relations
between the two Asian giants. Setting the stage for a summit meeting during the
BRICS meeting in Kazan, Russia, the two nations announced an ‘agreement’ towards
‘disengagement’ on the LAC. The bitter standoff resulted in a downturn in bilateral
relations over the skirmishes in the Galwan area of Eastern Ladakh over four and a
half years back. As we go to press with this issue the ‘disengagement’ process has
been completed and joint patrolling is set to commence in Depsang plains and
Demchok, two ‘friction’ points on the LAC. While the trade imbalance is glaring
between the two nations, the frosty diplomatic relations were a big hindrance. Hence
these talks and meeting between the two leaders is an important step towards the
normalization of relations. The LAC deployment now needs to be scaled down and
troops and equipment that had been moved from the hinterland can go back in a
phased manner. The two armies will now start building back trust and confidence by
sector-level meetings and joint patrolling.

YMA Activities. The YMA fraternity is very excited about new initiatives in giving
quality education and mentoring. Towards that, the written online courses for NDA
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classes for aspirants. Our recommendations in SSB are very encouraging, Shivani
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CONTENTS
Preface 02

Recommendations 03

Editors note 05
National News 07
International News 13
Defence News 17

Science & Technology News 20

Sports News 23
Environment News 26
Parakram Gatha 29
Editorial: India’s Green Revolution 31
India-Canada Relation 34
50 question 38
Team-Gen Mor 41
Interns of YMA 42
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India Mobile Congress 2024
The India Mobile Congress 2024, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi,
spotlighted Artificial Intelligence as its core theme. The event showcased over 900 tech
innovations, with 750 dedicated to AI. Key AI applications
included resource conservation, user convenience, operational
efficiency, enhanced security, task automation, and improved
healthcare access in remote areas, highlighting India’s strides in
technological advancement.

Paddy Procurement Crisis India’s First Writers’ Village

in Punjab Former Uttarakhand CM Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank is
Paddy harvesting in Punjab set to inaugurate India’s first ‘Writers’ Village’ (Lekhak
has stalled as of October 2024, Gaon) near Dehradun, dedicated to fostering literary and
with 90% of the procured crop artistic creativity. Located 24 km from Dehradun, the
still in mandis due to private village offers a collaborative space for writers and artists.
millers’ refusal to store The inauguration, attended by former President Ram Nath
government paddy. Despite Kovind, Uttarakhand Governor Lt Gen Gurmeet Singh
favorable weather, only 37.68 (Retd), and CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, will open a three-
lakh tonnes have been day International Literature, Art, and Culture Festival,
procured—well below last with participants from over 65 countries and on-site
year's 49 lakh tonnes and far representatives from 40 nations, promoting cultural
from the target of 185 lakh exchange.
tonnes. With the peak season
closing in early November,
only 10.55% of paddy has
moved from mandis, a sharp
drop from 50% last year,
highlighting urgent need for
intervention. PM-YASASVI Scheme
The PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme
for Vibrant India (PM-YASASVI), launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and
Empowerment, supports students from OBC, EBC, and Denotified Tribes by removing financial
barriers to quality education. Formed by merging earlier scholarship programs in 2021-22, PM-
YASASVI aims to empower disadvantaged students and foster a more inclusive society. The
scheme includes five sub-programs: Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarships, Top Class School
and College Education, and Hostel Construction for OBC students.

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Justice Sanjiv Khanna Appointed Chief Justice of 14th All India Civil Defence
India and Home Guards
Justice Sanjiv Khanna has been appointed as India’s 51st Conference
Chief Justice, set to take office on November 11, 2024, Union Home Minister Amit Shah
succeeding Justice D Y Chandrachud, who retires on is inaugurating the 14th All India
November 10 at age 65. Known for his legal expertise, Civil Defence and Home Guards
Justice Khanna’s term as CJI will last until May 13, conference at Gandhinagar’s
2025, limited by the mandatory retirement age. The Mahatma Mandir, the first in 19
Government of India confirmed his appointment through years. He will also mark NDDB’s
a gazette notification. Justice Chandrachud, who served 60th foundation day in Anand,
since November 2022, made notable contributions to launching three new projects, and
Indian jurisprudence. attend a legislative drafting
workshop at the Gujarat
Assembly. The conference gathers
over 60 senior officials and 1,200
members from across India,
Supreme Court Upholds Assam Citizenship underscoring the role of civil
defence and home guard services
Act Validity
in public safety. Key topics
The Supreme Court of India upheld Section 6A of include discussions on the draft
the Citizenship Act, 1955, for Assam’s citizenship Civil Defence Bill, the Model
framework, with a 4:1 majority decision. Justice Home Guard Bill, and policies for
Surya Kant led the majority, with Justice Pardiwala strengthening these services.
dissenting.
About Section 6A
Added through the 1985 Assam Accord, Section 6A
grants citizenship to migrants who entered Assam
before March 25, 1971. Migrants arriving after this
date are considered foreigners, while those arriving
between January 1, 1966, and March 24, 1971, have
limited rights for ten years.
Reasons for the Challenge
Petitioners, including NGOs, argued Section 6A
violates Article 14 and disrupts Assam’s
demographic and cultural balance, infringing on the
indigenous rights under Article 29 and demanding
Union protection under Article 355.

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Bihar Inaugurates First Dry Port to Boost Exports
Bihar’s Industry Minister, Nitish Mishra, inaugurated the state’s first dry port near Patna, in
collaboration with a private company. This
facility is set to boost the export of goods made in
Bihar and strengthen the state's logistics network.
About Dry Port
A dry port, or inland container depot (ICD), is a
logistics center situated away from coastal areas
. It serves as a hub for handling, storing, and
transporting cargo, connecting inland regions with major seaports and airports, thus enhancing
the efficiency of goods movement.

Andhra Pradesh Plans Law to Boost Childbirth Rates

Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu has proposed a law to encourage larger families,
citing a decline in the young population and concerns over reduced parliamentary
representation in Southern states due to low fertility rates.
Population Projections
A 2020 report from the Union Health Ministry projects India’s population will age, especially
in Southern states, which adopted lower fertility rates earlier than Northern regions. While
India’s population may grow by 31.1 crore from 2011 to 2036, Southern states will contribute
only 2.9 crore.
Ageing Population Concerns
An aging population increases dependency on the workforce, straining state resources due to
rising healthcare and elderly support costs. Southern states may face these challenges sooner
than Northern states

16th Century Copper Inscriptions Discovered in Tamil Nadu

In Mappedu village, Tiruvallur district, two 16th-century copper plate inscriptions were found
at Sri Singeeswarar temple during a routine inspection by the HR and CE Department. The
plates, bearing the seal of the Vijayanagara Kingdom, date back to 1513 CE under King
Krishnadevaraya’s rule and are inscribed in Sanskrit and
Nandinagari script. They document a royal donation of the
village Vasalabattaka, later renamed Krishnarayapura, to
Brahmins, detailing its boundaries within the Raja of
Chandragiri’s territory (now part of Tirupati, Andhra
Pradesh).

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India’s TB Crisis : Nutritional Support and Policy Changes
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health challenge in India, with about three million
new cases and 300,000 deaths annually. The Ministry of Health has increased the Nikshay
Poshan Yojana (NPY) financial aid from ₹500 to ₹1,000 monthly and introduced a one-time
₹3,000 support at diagnosis to help TB patients manage treatment costs.
Importance of Nutritional Support
Proper nutrition is crucial for TB patients, who often suffer from undernutrition, increasing the
risk of poor outcomes. Many patients begin treatment with low body weights (43 kg for men
and 38 kg for women), and undernutrition significantly contributes to new TB cases.
Social Determinants and Challenges
TB risk is heightened by poverty, overcrowding, and poor nutrition. Patients also face income
loss and food insecurity, complicating recovery and reinforcing the cycle of poverty.
Supportive Evidence for Nutrition
Studies, like the RATIONS trial, show that food baskets and nutritional supplements can lower
TB mortality and reduce new cases similarly to vaccination.
Nikshay Poshan Yojana Evaluation
An evaluation by the National Institute of Epidemiology highlighted that administrative
burdens and barriers like lack of identification and bank accounts limit access to NPY
benefits, with non-receipt linked to worse health outcomes.

Karnataka Launches AI Tool Shiksha India to Establish Centre of Excellence

Copilot for Teachers for Ayurvedic Research
Karnataka’s Education Minister, Madhu
Bangarappa, introduced "Shiksha A new Centre of Excellence in Ayurveda
Copilot," an AI-driven tool developed with Research will be established at CSIR-NIIST in
the Sikshana Foundation and Microsoft Pappanamcode, Kerala, to scientifically test
Research India. Designed to support Ayurvedic products to meet global standards.
government school education, Shiksha Launched by Union Minister Jitendra Singh as
Copilot aids teachers with lesson planning part of CSIR-NIIST’s 50th anniversary, the
and resources, enabling personalized center aims to ensure the safety, efficacy, and
teaching and better classroom quality of Ayurvedic medicines amid growing
management. The tool aims to boost international demand.
student performance, particularly in board
exams.

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Union Ministry Launches iGOT Lab for Ministry Employees
Union Minister Dr. L. Murugan has initiated the establishment of an iGOT Lab (Integrated
Government Online Training Lab) within the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to
enhance employees' skills through online training. This follows a review of the Ministry’s
Capacity Building Calendar and iGOT portal progress, which offers various courses for
government staff.
iGOT Lab Objectives
The lab aims to support continuous learning and professional development by providing online
training to boost employees' skills and job effectiveness.
Onboarding Timeline
Dr. Murugan set an October 19 deadline for all Ministry staff to be registered on the iGOT
portal, emphasizing the swift adoption of digital learning.

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 • India and Germany have deepened ties with new
agreements on green hydrogen, innovation, technology,
and skill development, reflecting a robust partnership.
• The 2024 Pravasi Parichay event in Riyadh, inaugurated by
Ambassador Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan, celebrated India’s
linguistic diversity with cultural showcases, including
performances in 11 classical languages.
• The WHO declared Egypt malaria-free in 2024, marking a
major public health achievement for the country.
• India and Pakistan have extended the Kartarpur Corridor
agreement, originally signed in 2019, until 2029.
• Israel has become the 69th member of the Asian
Development Bank (ADB) following approval by the ADB
Board of Governors through Resolution No. 414.
• Hurricane Oscar, now upgraded from a tropical storm, is
projected to make a second landfall on Cuba’s north
coast, impacting the provinces of Holguin, Guantanamo,
and Punta Maisi.

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India-Canada Diplomatic Rift Deepens Amid Safety Concerns and Allegations

India has recalled High Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma and other senior diplomats from
Canada, citing safety concerns. In response to Canadian actions, India expelled six Canadian
diplomats, including Acting High Commissioner Stewart Ross Wheeler, with orders to leave by
October 19, 2024. Tensions escalated following Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's assertion that
Indian agents were involved in the 2023 killing of pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar in
British Columbia, a claim India dismissed as politically motivated. In response, India froze visa
services for Canadians and ordered the removal of Canadian diplomats. India warned of further
actions if extremism in Canada remains unchecked.

India and U.S. Finalize $3.5 Billion Deal for Advanced MQ-9B Drones

India and the U.S. concluded a $3.5 billion agreement for 31 MQ-9B Sky/Sea Guardian drones
to enhance India’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. The
contract, facilitated via the U.S. Foreign Military Sales program, includes 15 Sea Guardians for
the Navy and 16 Sky Guardians split between the Army and Air Force. Additionally, the deal
includes Hellfire missiles and Small Diameter Bombs (SDB). The drones are expected to be a
“force multiplier,” particularly aiding the Navy in monitoring the Indian Ocean Region,
reducing strain on P-8I patrol aircraft, and bolstering national defense across services.

Jaishankar Meets Pakistan PM Israeli Forces Kill Top Hamas Leader Yahya
at SCO Summit, No Bilateral Sinwar in Gaza
Talks Planned Israeli forces reported the death of Yahya Sinwar,
Indian External Affairs Minister S. Hamas’s top leader in Gaza and mastermind behind
Jaishankar attended a dinner hosted the October 2023 attack on Israel. Sinwar, a major
by Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif in target for over a year, was discovered among the
Islamabad, ahead of the Shanghai bodies of militants killed in Gaza during Israeli
Cooperation Organisation (SCO) operations. DNA tests confirmed his identity,
summit. Though a handshake took delivering a significant blow to Hamas. Israeli
place, no bilateral meetings were officials, including Foreign Minister Israel Katz,
planned. Jaishankar will address hailed the killing as a strategic victory, expressing
regional issues, including terrorism hope for the prompt release of hostages. Defense
and connectivity, at Wednesday’s Minister Yoav Gallant urged Hamas fighters to
session. surrender, as the Israeli military continued its air and
ground assaults.

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Kenya Deputy President sacked in Pakistan's Senate Passes
impeachment Constitutional Amendment Bill
Kenya's parliament approved President Capping Chief Justice’s Tenure
William Ruto's nomination of Kithure Kindiki Pakistan's Senate approved the 26th
to replace impeached Deputy Rigathi Constitutional Amendment Bill, limiting the
Gachagua, ousted for "gross violation" of the Chief Justice’s term to three years, amid
constitution. However, a high court opposition from former Prime Minister Imran
immediately suspended the replacement Khan's party. The bill, presented by Law
process, adding a twist to the nation’s ongoing Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, passed with a
political drama. two-thirds majority, gaining support from 65
senators. It establishes a 12-member
India and China Reach Agreement to
Ease LAC Tensions commission to appoint the Chief Justice and
now moves to the National Assembly, where
India and China have agreed on patrolling it requires a two-thirds majority and
arrangements and resolved remaining presidential approval to become law.
military stand-offs at the Line of Actual
Control (LAC), specifically at Demchok India Advocates Peace in Ukraine-
and Depsang. This breakthrough, Russia Conflict at BRICS Summit
announced by Foreign Secretary Vikram
Misri, followed extensive negotiations and
Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed
multiple diplomatic meetings. External
India’s support for restoring peace between
Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar confirmed
Ukraine and Russia and pledged “all possible
that the agreement takes the situation back
assistance” to end the crisis. During the 16th
to the 2020 status quo. However, further
BRICS summit in Kazan, Modi discussed
details on implementing the new
early repatriation of Indian nationals misled
arrangements remain undisclosed. The
into fighting in Ukraine and announced
announcement comes ahead of Prime
India’s plan to open new consulates in Kazan
Minister Modi’s visit to Russia for the
and Yekaterinburg. Modi also met Iranian
BRICS summit, highlighting ongoing
President Masoud Pezeshkian to discuss the
efforts to reduce tensions and improve
Chabahar port and regional stability. This
bilateral relations between the two
BRICS summit, the first since BRICS’
countries.
expansion, underscores Russia’s prominent
role despite the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Modi and Xi Jinping are also scheduled for a
bilateral meeting, reflecting ongoing
diplomatic engagement.

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India, Singapore Extend Defence Pact and Eye Co-Development of Military
Equipment
India and Singapore agreed to extend their bilateral 'Joint Military Training-Army' agreement
for five more years during the sixth India-Singapore Defence Ministerial Dialogue. Defence
Ministers Rajnath Singh and Ng Eng Hen discussed advancing co-development and co-
production of defense equipment, including collaborations in automation, AI, and
cybersecurity. This meeting aligns with India's "Act East" policy, highlighting Singapore’s role
in fostering regional peace, stability, and economic connectivity. The countries recently
strengthened ties by elevating their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

PM Modi Advocates BRICS Financial U.S. Deploys THAAD Missile Defence

Integration and Local Currency Trade System to Israel Amid Rising Tensions

The United States has announced the

At the 16th BRICS summit in Kazan, PM deployment of a Terminal High Altitude Area
Modi advocated for enhanced financial Defence (THAAD) missile battery to Israel,
integration among BRICS nations, urging along with the necessary personnel to operate
trade in local currencies to strengthen it. This move, authorized by Defence
economic cooperation. Highlighting India’s Secretary Lloyd Austin and directed by
success with its Unified Payments Interface President Joe Biden, aims to strengthen
(UPI), he encouraged BRICS countries to Israel's air defences amid increased regional
embrace similar mechanisms. Modi also tensions. The decision follows recent Iranian
reiterated India’s firm stance against ballistic missile attacks on Israel and ongoing
international terrorism, while the summit clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah
issued the Kazan Declaration, addressing fighters in Lebanon. Pentagon spokesperson
global issues such as Gaza and Ukraine Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder emphasized the
conflicts and calling for a more responsive deployment as a testament to the U.S.'s
international financial system. commitment to Israel's defence, though details
on the system’s arrival remain undisclosed.

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 • India, China agreed for de-escalation on two friction
points Demchok and Despang.
• ITBP celebrated its raising Day on October 24 to honour
the dedication and commitment of the force.
• India’s fourth Nuclear Submarine, codenamed S4*, was
launched at Ship Building Centre (SBC) in
Visakhapatnam.
• US To Send High-Altitude Anti-Missile System THAAD To
Israel Amid West Asia Conflict.
• Paramesh Sivamani assumes charge as 26th DG of Indian
Coast Guard.
• Germany inaugurated a new NATO Naval Command
Centre to boost defence readiness in the Baltic Sea
region.

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MARITIME PARTNERSHIP EXERCISE (MPX) WITH GERMAN NAVY (21-23 OCT 24)

Indian Navy’s Destroyer INS Delhi, German Navy’s Frigate Baden-Württemberg and
Tanker Frankfurt Am Main undertook a Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) in Bay of
Bengal. The exercises conducted include cross deck flying
operations, underway replenishment, weapon firing and tactical
manoeuvres. The exercise aimed at further strengthening the
maritime connect between the two nations and interoperability
between the navies.

SINGAPORE INDIA MARITIME Navy Chief Dinesh Tripathi

BILATERAL EXERCISE (SIMBEX) 2024 launches ‘Swavlamban 2024’
exhibition to promote
indigenization
The 31st edition of the Singapore India
The third edition of the Indian
Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX)
Navy’s Naval Innovation and
concluded in the Eastern Naval Command at
Visakhapatnam. SIMBEX, which began as Indigenisation Seminar, Swavlamban
‘Exercise Lion King’ in 1994, has since – 2024, commenced a in New Delhi.
evolved into one of the most significant Swavlamban – 2024 is aimed at
bilateral maritime collaborations between the promoting the innovation and
Indian Navy and the Republic of Singapore indigenisation endeavours of the
Navy (RSN). The exercise conducted in two Indian Navy. Several companies and
phases – the Harbour Phase from 23 to 25 start-ups are participating in the
October at Visakhapatnam and the Sea Phase Swavalamban 2024 showcasing
from 28 to 29 October in the Bay of Bengal. products of niche technologies such
This year’s edition aims to further strengthen as air and surface surveillance,
the strategic partnership between India and autonomous systems in surface,
Singapore by enhancing interoperability, aerial, and underwater domains, AI,
improving maritime domain awareness, and and quantum technologies.This
fostering cooperation to address common initiative has enabled collaboration
maritime challenges.
with more than 200 MSMEs and
startups under the Innovations for
Defence Excellence (iDEX) Scheme.

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Coastal security exercise – sagar kavach 2024
The Coast Guard conducted two days exercise in co-ordination with
the Indian Navy, Customs, Coastal Police, Central Industrial Security
Force, along the coast of Goa and Maharashtra .“The comprehensive
coastal security exercise aims at strengthening and enhancing
the coastal and maritime security of our nation. The multi-agency exercise takes place along the
entire coastline, engaging a range of maritime agencies and stakeholders”. The exercise will
simulate realistic scenarios to test and improve our collective response to maritime security
threats, such as infiltration, smuggling, piracy and natural disasters.

India- oman joint military exercise al najah v

The Indian Army contingent comprising 60 personnel is being represented by a Battalion of

the Mechanised Infantry Regiment along with personnel from other arms and services and The
Royal Army of Oman contingent also comprising of 60 personnel participated in the exercise
.The Aim of the Joint Exercise is to enhance joint military capability of both sides to undertake
counter terrorism operations under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter. The exercise
focus is on operations in the Desert environment. Through Tactical drills, Joint Planning,
Cordon and Search Operation, Fighting in Built Up Area, Counter Drone and Room
Intervention, Combined field training exercises etc. to foster interoperability, goodwill and
camaraderie between the two armies.

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ISRO’s AstroSat, NASA’s space observatories capture dramatic eruptions from
stellar wreckage
India’s AstroSat and NASA’s observatories have documented significant eruptions from debris
around a massive black hole, which has torn apart one star and is now colliding with another.
This discovery links tidal disruption events (TDEs) with quasi-periodic eruptions (QPEs). In
2019, astronomers observed a star being destroyed by the black hole, creating a debris disk that
later interacted with an orbiting star, leading to bursts of X-rays approximately every 48 hours.

NASA to send humans to Mars NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft will scour
by 2035: All we know about Jupiter moon for the ingredients for life
Artemis Mission
NASA plans to send humans to Mars
NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft is set to launch
by 2035 as part of the Artemis
this month to explore Jupiter's moon Europa, a
program to explore the planet and
leading candidate for finding extraterrestrial life.
search for signs of life. The journey
The mission aims to assess whether the subsurface
will take 6 to 7 months, covering
ocean beneath Europa's icy crust could support life,
about 402 million kilometres, with
without directly searching for it. Clipper will take
astronauts potentially spending up to
about 5.5 years to reach Jupiter, flying within 16
500 days on the surface. Mars, once
miles (25 kilometres) of Europa's surface and
Earth-like with liquid water and a
conducting 49 flybys. Equipped with nine scientific
denser atmosphere, is intriguing for
instruments, including radar and cameras, it will
its geological history. Although it
analyse the moon's ice and atmosphere. The
lacks liquid water today, frozen
mission costs $5.2 billion and will end in 2034 with
water exists in its polar caps. Clipper
a planned crash into Ganymede, another moon of
also carries messages from Earth,
Jupiter. Clipper also carries
including representations of "water"
in 104 languages and a poem by Ada
Limon

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Scientists discover fossil of pre- A brown dwarf discovered 30 years
dinosaur reptile in Brazil ago is actually twins circling each
Scientists have discovered a 237-million- other
year-old fossil in southern Brazil of a newly A new study confirms that Gliese 229B, a
identified reptile species, *Gondwanax brown dwarf discovered 30 years ago, is
paraisensis*. This small, four-legged reptile actually a pair of twin objects orbiting each
could shed light on the early evolution of other. Brown dwarfs, often called failed
dinosaurs, as it belongs to the extinct group stars, are more massive than gas giant
of silesaurids, which may be related to planets but not quite stars. The duo, which
dinosaur ancestors. The name *Gondwanax* orbits a small star about 18 light-years away,
refers to the ancient supercontinent was found to be too dim for its mass,
Gondwana, and *paraisensis* honours the prompting further investigation using the
town of its discovery. Very Large Telescope in Chile. They
complete an orbit every 12 days, much
quicker than the Moon's orbit around Earth.

Giant fish thought to be extinct is spotted Hong Kong discovers dinosaur

in the Mekong River fossils for the first time
The giant salmon carp,
once thought extinct in Hong Kong officials have announced
the Mekong River, has the discovery of dinosaur fossils for the
been spotted three times first time on Port Island, a remote part
from 2020 to 2023. This fish, which can reach up of a UNESCO Global Geopark. The
to 4 feet in length, was last confirmed seen in fossils, identified as belonging to a
2005. Known as the “ghost fish,” the rediscovery large dinosaur from the Cretaceous
is promising but highlights ongoing threats to period (145 to 66 million years ago).
migratory species, including pollution and Experts believe the dinosaur was buried
overfishing due to numerous dams disrupting by sand and gravel after its death.
habitats. Researchers plan to work with
communities in Thailand and Laos to investigate
the fish’s presence in other parts of the Mekong.

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 • Bala Devi Becomes First Indian Woman To Score Her 50
International Goal.
• India climbs one place to 125th in official FIFA rankings.
• Indian women’s hockey legend Rani Rampal retired from
international hockey.
• India’s off spinner R.Ashwin becomes highest wicket-taker
in World Test Championship history.
• Sukant Kadam Bags individual Gold And Silver alongside
his partner Dinesh Rajaiah. At Japan Para Badminton
International.

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Indian duo of Yashaswini- Krittwika Manika Batra becomes first Indian to
clinch women’s doubles title reach Quarterfinals of the World Table
Tennis Champions event
In Table Tennis, India’s Yashaswini Ghorpade
and Krittwika Roy clinched the women’s Indian paddler Manika defeated Bernadette
doubles title at the WTT Feeder Cagliari 2024 Szocs of Romania 3-1 in the round of 16 in
table tennis tournament in Italy, The star Montpellier, France. Manika will next face
Indian duo defeated the South Korean pair of China’s Qian Tianyi and became the first
Yoo Siwoo and Kim Haeun 3-1 in the final to Indian to qualify for quarter-finals at a WTT
capture the crown. Champions event.

2026 Commonwealth Games Organisers Drop Prominent Sports, Event to

Feature Only 10 sports
The organisers of 2026 Commonwealth Games, has decided to remove several prominent
sports like hockey, badminton, wrestling, cricket, squash and shooting from the event. In the
need to manage financial and operational risk.The 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games
will take place in Glasgow, Scotland from 23rd of July to 2nd of August in 2026, across four
venues.
U23 World Wrestling Championships 2024:
Indian wrestlers finished the U23 World Wrestling Championships 2024, which was held in
Tirana, Albania from October 21 to 27, with a total of nine medals - one gold, one silver and
seven bronze.Chirag Chikkara accounted for the solitary gold in the men’s 57kg, becoming
only the third Indian to ever claim top podium
at the U23 World Wrestling .

India’s Vishvajit Ramchandra

More bagged the bronze medal,
more defeated Adam Ulbashev,
14-10, in the men’s 55 kg Greco-
Roman category.

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Kumari bags silver at Archery ISSF Shooting World Cup Final: Liu Yukun, Yang
World Cup Final in Mexico Ji-in named athletes of the year

India’s star archer Deepika Yang Ji-in of Korea, the women’s 25-metre sports pistol
Kumari won her sixth World Cup Olympic champion, was adjudged the female athlete of
Final medal as she clinched a the year. Olympic 50m rifle 3-position champion Yukun
silver medal in the Archery World Liu of China was declared the athlete of the year by the
Cup final in Mexico. Kumari lost International Shooting Sport Federation.
the final clash against China’s Li
Jiaman with a scoreline of 0-6 in
Tlaxcala, Mexico. The medal won
by Deepika was India’s only
medal at the prestigious Indian Grandmaster breaks 2800 rating mark
tournament.
The 21-year-old grandmaster becomes second Indian
after Vishwanathan Anand to hit the milestone, during
the 2024 European Chess Club Cup. Representing Team
Alkaloid, Erigaisi secured victory in a critical fifth-round
match against Russian player Dmitry Andreikin,
Erigaisi’s live rating past 2800 but also elevated him to
World No. 3, joining an elite group of only 16 players in
chess history to achieve this rating.

Vivaan Secures Silver in

trap shooting and Naruka
Takes Bronze in men’s
Former player Neetu David becomes second
skeet competition, at Indian women to be inducted in ICC Hall of
Shooting World Cup Fame
Previously Sonam secured The International Cricket Council named South African
silver in the women’s 10m legend AB de Villiers, former England captain Alastair
air rifle on Tuesday and a Cook and India legend Neetu David as the latest
bronze by Akhil Sheoran in inductees in the ICC Hall of Fame. Former captain Diana
the men’s 50m rifle. Edulji was the first Indian woman in the Hall of Fame
inducted last year.

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 • Kaziranga National Park, with over 446 Butterfly Species
becomes Second Highest in India After Namdapha
National Park in Arunachal Pradesh.
• Hurricane Milton hits Florida left hundreds dead.
• Tropical Storm Oscar Intensifies into Hurricane in
Caribbean Waters.
• The severe cyclonic storm ‘Dana’, made landfall mera
coasts of odisha.
• India-Spain sign MoUsin the field of Renewable Energy,
Spain has invited India to join the International Drought
Resilience Alliance (IDRA).
• Anguiculus dicaprioiNew snake species in Western
Himalayas named after Hollywood star and environment
activists Leonardo DiCaprio.

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India Gears Up to Set Carbon Emission Rare and elusive Asiatic Golden
Targets Ahead of COP 29 Cat makes a comeback in Manas
India is in the process of determining emissions National Park
intensity targets for specific industries ahead of The elusive Asiatic golden cat
the 29th Conference of Parties (COP) in Baku, (Catopuma temminckii) has returned to
Azerbaijan. The country is also planning Assam’s Manas National Park, which
marks a major conservation
to establish a carbon breakthrough. The cat was last seen in
market centred on 2007
compliance, requiring
firms to achieve
particular energy
efficiency targets. Establishing specific numerical
goals is necessary before creating a carbon market Global wildlife numbers declined
focused on compliance. This requires companies 73% since 1970, says WWF
to make sure their carbon emissions intensity is
below a certain limit or they will need to purchase There has been a 73% decline in the
credits from organisations with excess credits. average size of monitored wildlife
One credit is given for every tonne of carbon populations from 1970-2020, according
dioxide saved beyond the goal. The cost of a credit to the World Wide Fund (WWF) for
is influenced by market conditions and regulatory Nature’s Living Planet Report (LPR)
influences and is determined by supply and 2024, a biennial compilation of the
demand dynamics. threats faced to wildlife. In the 2022
edition of the report, the measured
decline was 69%.,The Living Planet
Union Minister Jitendra Singh unveils India’s Index (LPI), provided by Zoological
first self-powered indoor air quality monitor. Society of London (ZSL), includes
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, unveiled the almost 35,000 population trends of
country’s first self-powered indoor air quality 5,495 species from 1970-2020. The
monitor, Pavana Chitra, at Thiruvananthapuram sharpest decline is reported in
International Airport today. Pavana Chitra freshwater ecosystems at 85%, followed
embodies a powerful fusion of technology, by terrestrial ecosystems at 69% and
tradition, and art, presenting an off-grid, self- marine ecosystems at 56%.Habitat loss
powered indoor air quality monitor powered by and degradation, driven primarily by the
indigenous indoor solar cells developed by way the world organises farming and
CSIR-NIIST. It is crafted from locally available consumes food, is the most reported
materials. threat to wildlife populations around the
world.

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Assam government initiated Rs 800 crore project to rejuvenate 129 ‘beels’
(lake-like wetlands
Assam government will undertake an Rs 800 crore project to rejuvenate 129 ‘beels’ (lake-like
wetlands) in the state to boost fish production and aid in water storage.The project is aimed at
increasing the water storage capacity of the beels as well as conserving and managing the
indigenous fish species.Beels are the backbone of Assam’s hydrological resources which enable
flood mitigation, groundwater recharge, river flow regulation, erosion control and are a source
of fisheries. Rejuvenation and restoration of the beels will lead to additional fish production of
1,200 kg/hectare annually.

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 IMMORTAL
STORY OF
COURAGE AND
SACRIFICE
Company Ouarter Master Havildar Abdul Hamid
(No.2639885), son of Shri Usman, was born on July 1,
1933, in village Dhamupur, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh.
He was enrolled in 4 Grenadiers on December 27,
1954. Earlier to his supreme sacrifice he had been
honoured with Sainya Seva Medal with Clasp J&K,
Samar Seva Medal and Raksha Medal. During the
Indo-Pak War 1965, 4 Indian Division was entrusted
with a two-fold responsibility-capture Pak territory
east of Ichhogil Canal and contain possible enemy
attack on Kasur-Khem Karan axis. The Division
succeeded in reaching Ichhogil but the powerful Pak
offensive forced it to fall back on Asal Uttar. It settled
here to meet the enemy assault. In the revised
defence plan of the Division, 4 Grenadiers occupied
a vital area ahead of village Chima on road Khem
Karan-Bhikhiwind. A firm hold on this area was
considered necessary to sustain the divisional plan
ofdefence. On the night of September 8, the enemy
CQMH Abdul made repeated probing attacks on Grenadiers

Hamid PVC positions but was frustrated in all attempts. The

most serious threat. however, developed when the
Pak Army attacked with a regiment of Patton tanks
at 0800 hours on September. The attack was
preceded by

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 intense artillery shelling so much so that every yard of ground
occupied by the Battalion was littered by a shell. By 0900 hours the
enemy tanks had penetrated the forward company positions. At this
critical juncture COMH Abdul Hamid was commanding a recoilless
gun detachment. Assessing the graVity of the situation, he moved out
to a flank with his gun mounted on a jeep.
Braving intense enemy shelling and tank fire he knocked out the
leading enemy tank with accurate fire and then changing his position
knocked out another enemy tank. By this time the enemy, who had
spotted his position, brought down concentrated machine gun and
high explosive fire on him but he kept on firing. As he fired to hit yet
another enemy tank, he was mortallywounded by a high explosive
shell. Throughout this action COMH Abdul Hamid inspired his
comrades to put up a gallant fight to beat off the enemy tank assault.
His sustained act of bravery and disregard for personal safety, in the
face of enemy, was in tune with the highest traditions of the Indian
Army. He was awarded Param Vir Chakra, posthumously.

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 India’s Green Revolution:
“Leading the World in Sustainable Growth
and Clean Energy Innovatio”.
Major General (Dr.] Dilawar Singh Nation Building Series -23 New Delhi
24 Oct 2024

ndia is strategically positioned also lead the world in significant portion of this
to emerge as a global leader in sustainability. This will also capacity is driven by solar
the green sustainable help create millions of green energy, where India, with over
economy, aligning its economic jobs, underpinning long-term 67 GW of installed solar power,
aspirations with climate socio-economic development. stands as the third-largest
action. With one of the fastest- solar market worldwide. This
growing economies, a vast push is bolstered by the
population, and a robust Renewable energy is at the International Solar Alliance
industrial base, India faces heart of India’s strategy to (ISA), initiated by India, which
substantial environmental drive the green economy now includes 121 countries
challenges. Yet, these also forward. The country has set aiming to accelerate solar
offer immense opportunities. an ambitious target of energy deployment globally.
By tapping into renewable achieving 500 GW of renewable Solar energy has become more
energy, advancing green energy capacity by 2030. By affordable due to a significant
manufacturing, promoting 2023, India had already crossed 80% reduction in tariffs over
sustainable urban mobility, 170 GW in renewable energy the last decade. The country
leveraging circular economy installations, making it the plans to add 25-30 GW of solar
models, and fostering green third-largest producer of and wind energy annually to
finance, India can not only renewable energy globally, meet its 2030 goal, providing
meet its economic needs but after China and the U.S. A an unparalleled opportunity
 modernization will be crucial The transition to a circular
for both domestic and to manage fluctuating power economy is another promising
international investors. from renewables. Achieving area, with the potential to
India’s 2070 net-zero target will unlock $624 billion by 2050.
require scaling up such This shift, focusing on reusing,
investments. recycling, and
remanufacturing, will reduce
resource consumption and
India is also setting its sights
waste generation across
on becoming a leader in the
industries. India, one of the
green hydrogen economy. By
largest producers of electronic
2030, the country aims to
waste (e-waste) at 3.5 million
produce 5 million tonnes of
metric tons annually, currently
green hydrogen annually,
recycles only 10% of this waste
potentially generating a $150
Wind energy, which formally. By strengthening
billion industry by 2050. Green
contributes 43 GW to the Extended Producer
hydrogen is vital for
energy mix, is another major Responsibility (EPR) laws,
decarbonizing heavy industries
pillar. The potential for hybrid particularly in plastics and
such as steel, cement, and
solar-wind projects in India can electronics, and promoting
chemicals, which are hard to
further stabilize energy supply recycling in construction
electrify. The global market for
and reduce grid dependency. (which generates 25% of urban
low-carbon steel, valued at $20
Additionally, investments in waste), India can significantly
billion by 2035, offers further
energy storage and grid reduce environmental impact.
export opportunities for India,
modernization will be crucial
with green hydrogen playing a
to manage fluctuating power
central role in transforming
from renewables. Achieving Urbanization presents a
steel production.
India’s 2070 net-zero target will unique challenge, with India’s
require scaling up such urban population projected to
investments. reach 600 million by 2030.
Decarbonizing industries,
Sustainable city planning,
which account for 25% of
supported by the Smart Cities
India’s total greenhouse gas
Mission, which has a $30
emissions, is critical to
billion budget, will be crucial.
achieving climate goals. India’s
Electrification of urban
steel sector alone, responsible
transport, driven by a 44%
for 7% of global CO2 emissions,
compound annual growth rate
could reduce emissions by 40-
(CAGR) in the EV market, will
50% by 2050 through the
cut transportation-related
adoption of green hydrogen
emissions, currently 13% of
technologies. In agriculture, a
the nation’s total. The FAME II
sector contributing 17% of
scheme, with a budget of
emissions, practices like zero-
₹10,000 crore ($1.3 billion), is
Wind energy, which budget natural farming (ZBNF)
expanding EV adoption,
contributes 43 GW to the and precision agriculture could
particularly for buses and two-
energy mix, is another major boost productivity by 20-30%,
wheelers.
pillar. The potential for hybrid while reducing water
solar-wind projects in India can consumption by 50%,
further stabilize energy supply according to the International
and reduce grid dependency. Food Policy Research Institute
Additionally, investments in (IFPRI).
energy storage and grid
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Finally, the financial backbone
of India’s green transition is
green finance. With an
estimated requirement of
$10.1 trillion by 2050 to fund its
green economy shift, India is
tapping into green bonds,
carbon credits, and public-
private partnerships. The
issuance of India’s first
sovereign green bond in 2022,
which raised ₹16,000 crore ($2
billion), highlights the growing
appetite for green
investments. International
cooperation will also be vital,
with India advocating for
developed countries to fulfill
their $100 billion annual
commitment under the Paris
Agreement.

By leveraging advanced
technologies such as AI, IoT,
and blockchain, India can
further optimize its green
energy systems, making them
more efficient and
transparent. Coupled with
strategic policy frameworks,
skilled workforce
development, and global best
practices, India is on track to
become a global leader in the
green sustainable economy,
securing both economic
growth and environmental
resilience.

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 What’s the News?

• In a sharp escalation of tensions, India expelled six Canadian diplomats and

announced the withdrawal of its High Commissioner and other targeted
diplomats from Canada, citing security concerns.

• This follows Ottawa's identification of these officials as "persons of interest"

in the investigation into the killing of Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

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Key issues impacting India-Canada relations :

• India’s expulsion of six Canadian diplomats has escalated tensions between

the two nations, raising concerns about a potential spillover effect on bilateral
business engagements. This could affect $75 billion in Canadian pension fund
investments in India, stalled trade agreement negotiations, and remittance
inflows.

• Diplomatic tensions have hindered negotiations for a modern FTA with

Canada, affecting export opportunities for Indian garments, leather, and
machinery, as well as collaboration in the services sector.

Canadian investment in India :

• Canada is the 18th-largest foreign investor in India, with cumulative

investments of $3.31 billion from 2020-21 to 2022-23, according to Invest
India.

• Canadian investors can't ignore India's market; funds may reroute through
Singapore, Hong Kong, or the UAE, while US investments help offset any loss
from Canada.

• Space collaboration includes agreements between ISRO and the Canadian

Space Agency, with successful launches of Canadian satellites by ISRO.

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Remittances :

• India, the largest recipient of remittances, received an estimated $125

billion in 2023, with Canada being among the top 10 sources, according to the
World Bank.

Indian diaspora in Canada :

• The Indian diaspora in Canada, which includes a large number of students,

professionals and skilled workers.
• Indian students make up nearly 40% of all international students in Canada,
totaling about 427,000 out of 1.335 million studying abroad, according to the
NFAP.

Trade ties with Canada :

• India exports gems, pharmaceuticals, and garments to Canada, while

importing pulses, newsprint, and potash.

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What impact can it have on India :

• The diplomatic spat has primarily affected Indian visa applicants, leading to
longer wait times due to reduced mission staff. Business to Business relations
have also suffered amid the tense political climate.

• Canada sought support from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance amid rising
diplomatic tensions with India over serious allegations.
(Five eyes county - Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and
the US. )
• This escalation comes at a time when India and several Western countries
have been seeking closer economic integration in a bid to decouple from
China. Capitalising on the geopolitical opportunity, India has been negotiating
free trade agreements (FTAs) with nearly half a dozen economic blocs and
coun- tries, including the European Union and the UK.

What should India do?

• For India, the real challenge lies at home There must be serious reflection
on the broader political and reputational costs from the Pannun episode.
Active dialogue is needed between both governments to resolve concerns
related to the Indian diaspora and Khalistan separatism. Respect for each
other’s sovereignty and legal frameworks is crucial in resolving these sensitive
issues.
• Both nations need to carefully balance their relationships with major
powers like the United States, China, and Russia.
• A cautious approach is required to navigate these dynamics and enhance
strategic partnerships without conflicts.

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50 QUESTION
1. WHICH THEME WAS THE CENTRAL FOCUS OF THE INDIA MOBILE [A] TRIPURA
CONGRESS 2024? [B] SIKKIM
[A] BLOCKCHAIN [C] ASSAM
[B] ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE [D] KERALA
[C] QUANTUM COMPUTING 10. WHO RECENTLY TOOK OFFICE AS THE CHIEF JUSTICE OF INDIA,
[D] RENEWABLE ENERGY SUCCEEDING JUSTICE D.Y. CHANDRACHUD?
2. WHERE WAS INDIA’S FIRST WRITERS’ VILLAGE INAUGURATED? [A] JUSTICE S.A. BOBDE
[A] DEHRADUN, UTTARAKHAND [B] JUSTICE SURYA KANT
[B] JAIPUR, RAJASTHAN [C] JUSTICE SANJIV KHANNA
[C] BHOPAL, MADHYA PRADESH [D] JUSTICE P. VENKATARAMA REDDI
[D] SHIMLA, HIMACHAL PRADESH 11. WHICH COUNTRY BECAME THE 69TH MEMBER OF THE ASIAN
3. WHO INAUGURATED THE IGOT LAB WITHIN THE MINISTRY OF DEVELOPMENT BANK (ADB)?
INFORMATION AND BROADCASTING? [A] UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
[A] NARENDRA MODI [B] TURKEY
[B] AMIT SHAH [C] ISRAEL
[C] DR. L. MURUGAN [D] IRAN
[D] N. CHANDRABABU NAIDU 12. IN WHICH COUNTRY IS THE UNITED NATIONS BIODIVERSITY
4. WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE NEWLY LAUNCHED SHIKSHA CONFERENCE (COP16) BEING HELD, BRINGING TOGETHER NEARLY
COPILOT AI TOOL IN KARNATAKA? 200 COUNTRIES TO ADDRESS BIODIVERSITY LOSS?
[A] TO ASSIST STUDENTS WITH HOMEWORK [A] BRAZIL
[B] TO HELP TEACHERS WITH LESSON PLANNING AND [B] COLOMBIA
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT [C] ARGENTINA
[C] TO AUTOMATE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION [D] PERU
[D] TO TRACK STUDENT ATTENDANCE 13. WHICH COUNTRY HAS BEEN DESIGNATED AS THE "COUNTRY OF
5. WHEN IS UNITED NATIONS DAY CELEBRATED? FOCUS" AT THE 55TH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL OF INDIA
[A] OCTOBER 10 (IFFI)?
[B] OCTOBER 20 [A] UNITED STATES
[C] OCTOBER 24 [B] UNITED KINGDOM
[D] OCTOBER 31 [C] CANADA
6. THE CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOR AYURVEDIC RESEARCH IN [D] AUSTRALIA
KERALA AIMS TO: 14. WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE HURRICANE APPROACHING CUBA
[A] PRODUCE AYURVEDIC MEDICINES FOR EXPORT AFTER MAKING LANDFALL IN THE BAHAMAS?
[B] TRAIN AYURVEDIC PRACTITIONERS [A] IRMA
[C] VALIDATE AYURVEDIC PRODUCTS TO MEET [B] OSCAR
INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS [C] KATRINA
[D] CONDUCT YOGA CLASSES [D] MARIA
7. THE SUPREME COURT’S RECENT DECISION REGARDING ASSAM’S 15. WITH WHICH COUNTRY DID INDIA CONDUCT THE NAVAL
CITIZENSHIP ACT, SECTION 6A, ADDRESSED WHICH CUTOFF DATE EXERCISE NASEEM-AL-BAHR IN OCTOBER?
FOR GRANTING CITIZENSHIP? [A] UAE
[A] JANUARY 1, 1966 [B] OMAN
[B] MARCH 24, 1971 [C] SAUDI ARABIA
[C] JANUARY 1, 1985 [D] QATAR
[D] AUGUST 15, 1947 16. WHICH TERRITORY HAS BANNED POPULAR APPS LIKE
8. WHICH DAY IS OBSERVED GLOBALLY AS WORLD OSTEOPOROSIS WHATSAPP, WECHAT, AND GOOGLE DRIVE FROM GOVERNMENT
DAY? COMPUTERS DUE TO CYBERSECURITY CONCERNS?
[A] OCTOBER 12 [A] SINGAPORE
[B] OCTOBER 20 [B] HONG KONG
[C] OCTOBER 22 [C] TAIWAN
[D] OCTOBER 24 [D] MACAU
9.THE NEWLY DISCOVERED ORCHID SPECIES WAS FOUND IN WHICH 17. ACCORDING TO SKYSCANNER'S "TRAVEL TRENDS REPORT",
INDIAN STATE? WHICH CITY IS THE MOST POPULAR DESTINATION

50 Question
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FOR INDIAN TRAVELLERS IN 2025? MARK?
[A] BAKU [A] ERIGAISI ARJUN
[B] TROMSO [B] VISWANATHAN ANAND
[C] SHILLONG [C] PENTALA HARIKRISHNA
[D] TASHKENT [D] VIDIT GUJRATHI
18. WHERE WAS THE 2024 PRAVASI PARICHAY EVENT HELD TO 27. WHO WAS INDUCTED INTO THE ICC HALL OF FAME?
SHOWCASE INDIA'S LINGUISTIC DIVERSITY THROUGH PERFORMANCES [A] NEETU DAVID
IN ALL 11 CLASSICAL LANGUAGES? [B] DIANA EDULJI
[A] DUBAI [C] SACHIN TENDULKAR
[B] NEW DELHI [D] SUNIL GAVASKAR
[C] DOHA 28. WHICH TEAM WON THE MEN'S DOUBLES TITLE AT THE WTT
[D] RIYADH FEEDER CAGLIARI 2024 TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT?
19. WHICH COUNTRY WAS OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED AS MALARIA-FREE [A] SATHIYAN GNANASEKARAN AND SHARATH KAMAL
BY THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION (WHO) IN 2024? [B] YASHASWINI GHORPADE AND KRITTWIKA ROY
[A] EGYPT [C] MANIKA BATRA AND SATHIYAN GNANASEKARAN
[B] SOUTH AFRICA [D] NOT OF THEAA ABOVE
[C] MOROCCO 29. WHO BECAME THE HIGHEST WICKET-TAKER IN WORLD TEST
[D] ALGERIA CHAMPIONSHIP HISTORY?
20. UNTIL WHICH YEAR HAS THE KARTARPUR CORRIDOR AGREEMENT [A] R. ASHWIN
BETWEEN INDIA AND PAKISTAN BEEN EXTENDED? [B] HARBHAJAN SINGH
[A] 2029 [C] ANIL KUMBLE
[B] 2030 [D] KAPIL DEV
[C] 2027 30. WHICH INDIAN SHOOTER WON THE BRONZE MEDAL AT THE
[D] 2025 SHOOTING WORLD CUP?
21. WHO BECAME THE FIRST INDIAN WOMAN TO SCORE 50 [A] VIVAAN
INTERNATIONAL GOALS? [B] NARUKA
[A] BALA DEVI [C] AKHIL SHEORAN
[B] RANI RAMPAL [D] BOTH B AND C
[C] DEEPIKA KUMARI 31. WHICH INDIAN NAVY DESTROYER PARTICIPATED IN THE MARITIME
[D] YASHASWINI GHORPADE PARTNERSHIP EXERCISE (MPX) WITH THE GERMAN NAVY?
22. WHICH INDIAN PADDLER REACHED THE QUARTERFINALS OF THE [A] INS DELHI
WORLD TABLE TENNIS CHAMPIONS EVENT? [B] INS VIKRAMADITYA
[A] MANIKA BATRA [C] INS KOLKATA
[B] YASHASWINI GHORPADE [D] INS CHENNAI
[C] KRITTWIKA ROY 32. WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE EXERCISE CONDUCTED BY THE INDIAN
[D] SATHIYAN GNANASEKARAN COAST GUARD ALONG THE COAST OF GOA AND MAHARASHTRA?
23. WHO WON THE WOMEN’S DOUBLES TITLE AT THE WTT FEEDER [A] SAGAR KAVACH
CAGLIARI 2024 TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT? [B] SEA DRAGON
[A] YASHASWINI GHORPADE AND KRITTWIKA ROY [C] COASTAL VIGIL
[B] MANIKA BATRA AND SATHIYAN GNANASEKARAN [D] MARITIME SHIELD
[C] DEEPIKA KUMARI AND KOMALIKA BARI 33. WHICH COUNTRY WILL RECEIVE THE THAAD ANTI-MISSILE SYSTEM
[D] RANI RAMPAL AND SAVITA PUNIA FROM THE US?
24. WHICH INDIAN WRESTLER WON THE GOLD MEDAL AT THE U23 [A] ISRAEL
WORLD WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024? [B] INDIA
[A] CHIRAG CHIKKARA [C] SOUTH AFRICA
[B] VISHVAJIT RAMCHANDRA MORE [D] RUSSIA
[C] RAVI KUMAR DAHIYA 34. WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE INDIAN NAVY’S INITIATIVE TO
[D] BAJRANG PUNIA PROMOTE INDIGENIZATION AND INNOVATION?
25. WHO CLINCHED A SILVER MEDAL IN THE ARCHERY WORLD CUP [A] SWAVLAMBAN
FINAL IN MEXICO? [B] MAKE IN INDIA
[A] DEEPIKA KUMARI [C] ATMANIRBHAR BHARAT
[B] ATANU DAS [D] NAVAL INNOVATION AND INDIGENISATION SEMINAR
[C] ABHISHEK VERMA 35. WHICH EDITION OF THE SINGAPORE INDIA MARITIME BILATERAL
[D] KOMALIKA BARI EXERCISE (SIMBEX) WAS RECENTLY CONCLUDED?
26. WHICH INDIAN GRANDMASTER BROKE THE 2800 RATING [A] 25TH

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[B] 30TH [D] 200
[C] 31ST 45. WHICH ORGANIZATION REPORTED A 73% DECLINE IN GLOBAL
[D] 35TH WILDLIFE NUMBERS SINCE 1970?
36. WHAT IS THE PRIMARY AIM OF THE SIMBEX EXERCISE? [A] WWF
[A] TO ENHANCE MARITIME DOMAIN AWARENESS [B] IUCN
[B] TO PROMOTE BILATERAL TRADE [C] UNESCO
[C] TO STRENGTHEN STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP [D] UNEP
[D] TO CONDUCT JOINT MILITARY OPERATIONS 46. WHAT IS THE PRIMARY CAUSE OF HABITAT LOSS AND
37. WHICH INDIAN NAVY SHIP PARTICIPATED IN THE MARITIME DEGRADATION?
PARTNERSHIP EXERCISE (MPX) WITH THE GERMAN NAVY? [A] CLIMATE CHANGE
[A] INS DELHI [B] DEFORESTATION
[B] INS VIKRAMADITYA [C] AGRICULTURE AND FOOD CONSUMPTION
[C] INS KOLKATA [D] POLLUTION
[D] INS CHENNAI 47. WHICH COUNTRY INVITED INDIA TO JOIN THE INTERNATIONAL
38. WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE HIGH-ALTITUDE ANTI-MISSILE DROUGHT RESILIENCE ALLIANCE (IDRA)?
SYSTEM TO BE SENT BY THE US TO ISRAEL? [A] SPAIN
[A] THAAD [B] GERMANY
[B] PATRIOT [C] FRANCE
[C] IRON DOME [D] ITALY
[D] S-400 48. WHAT IS THE EXPECTED ADDITIONAL FISH PRODUCTION PER
39. WHAT IS THE VALUE OF THE DEAL SIGNED BETWEEN INDIA AND HECTARE ANNUALLY FROM THE REJUVENATED ‘BEELS’ IN ASSAM?
THE US FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF MQ-9B ARMED UAVS? [A] 1,200 KG
[A] $1.5 BILLION [B] 1,000 KG
[B] $2.5 BILLION [C] 500 KG
[C] $3.5 BILLION [D] 200 KG
[D] $5 BILLION 49.WHAT DID INDIA’S ASTROSAT AND NASA’S OBSERVATORIES
40. WHICH INDIAN DEFENSE ORGANIZATION CELEBRATED ITS DOCUMENT?
RAISING DAY ON OCTOBER 24? [A] DISCOVERY OF A NEW PLANET
[A] INDIAN NAVY [B] ERUPTIONS FROM STELLAR WRECKAGE AROUND A
[B] INDIAN ARMY BLACK HOLE
[C] INDIAN AIR FORCE [C] EVIDENCE OF LIFE ON MARS
[D] ITBP [D] A NEW TYPE OF STAR FORMATION
41. WHICH NATIONAL PARK REPORTED THE RETURN OF THE ASIATIC 50.WHEN DOES NASA PLAN TO SEND HUMANS TO MARS AS PART OF
GOLDEN CAT? THE ARTEMIS PROGRAM?
[A] MANAS NATIONAL PARK [A] 2025
[B] KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK [B] 2030
[C] NAMDAPHA NATIONAL PARK [C] 2035
[D] GIR NATIONAL PARK [D] 2040
42. WHAT IS INDIA’S RANKING IN THE GLOBAL NATURE
CONSERVATION INDEX (NCI) 2024?
[A] 1ST
[B] 176TH
[C] 100TH
[D] 50TH
43. WHICH CITY’S AIR QUALITY DETERIORATED TO ‘VERY POOR’ WITH
AN AQI OF 307?
[A] DELHI
[B] MUMBAI
[C] KOLKATA
[D] CHENNAI
44. HOW MANY BUTTERFLY SPECIES ARE FOUND IN KAZIRANGA
NATIONAL PARK?
[A] 446
[B] 500
[C] 300

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Maj Gen Yash Mor is a third generation Army officer. Born and brought
up in village Bass in Hisar district of rural Haryana. He is an alumnus of
Rashtriya Military School, Indian Military Academy, Defence Services
Staff College, Commandand General Staff College, Bangladesh and
NESA Centre, Washington DC. He represented the country in the
United Nations as a Peace Keeper in Mozambique in 1993 to 1994. He
has experience of fighting Terrorism in Punjab and J&K. He was
awarded the SENA MEDAL and Army Chief COMMENDATION CARD for
gallantry during Counter Terrorist operations in South Kashmir. He
commanded 1 GUARDS and an Independent Armoured Brigade. He was
specially chosen to be the first General Officer Commanding (GOC] of
an important Administrative Headquarters in Ladakh. Before
superannuating, he was Chief of Staff of a Corps in the Desert Sector.
Post superannuating he has dedicated his, “Second Innings for the
First Innings’ of the youth of the country. His YouTube channel is one
of the fastest growing in the country. He is a motivator, TEDx speaker,
author,editor, Unacademy educator and Life coach. His articles have
been published in leading journals, newspapers and web-based news
portals.