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Banking, Finance & Economy Current Affairs Quiz – 27 October 2022
41. Who is the most generous person in the country, according to the EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2022, with a yearly donation of Rs 1,161 crore? [A] Shiv Nadar[B] Mukesh Ambani[C] Kumar Mangalam Birla[D] Azim Premji Show Answer Correct ..
What are “viral spillover risks”?
A new research found that climate change could increase the risk of “viral spillover” in several parts of the world. This could cause pandemics in the future. Key facts A new research article titled “Viral spillover risk increases with climate ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
NASA to study Unidentified Aerial Phenomena
NASA recently launched an independent study of unidentified aerial phenomena. Key facts A new team of scientists and experts are set to study unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), formerly known as UFOs. Its aim is to lay groundwork for the future ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
UNSC Counter-Terrorism Committee – Update (October, 2022)
A special meeting of the UNSC Counter-Terrorism Committee is set to be held in India. Key facts The UNSC’s two-day meeting in India on counter-terrorism will be held in Mumbai and Delhi on October 28 and 29 respectively. This marks ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022
Category: International / World Current Affairs
India to expand NaVIC
India is planning to expand the regional satellite navigation system NavIC. Key facts The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is currently planning to expand the Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC). It had sought the government’s permission to launch 12 additional ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022
Category: International / World Current Affairs • Science & Technology Current Affairs
UN Disarmament Week
The UN Disarmament Week is observed from October 24 to 30. Key facts The UN Disarmament Week is observed to raise awareness and improve understanding of the significance and challenges of disarmament. The week starts on October 24, which marks ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
Two Indian beaches receive Blue Flag tag
Two beaches in Lakshadweep received international eco-label “Blue Flag”. Key facts Minicoy Thundi Beach and Kadmat Beach in Lakshadweep recently entered into the coveted list of Blue Beaches. These two beaches have a dedicated staff to maintain cleanliness and provide ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
Allmenia multiflora
A new species of plant named Allmenia multiflora was discovered on the granite hillocks of Palakkad. Key facts Allmenia multiflora is a new species belonging to the genus Allmania. It is only the second species of the Allmania genus found in the world. The new species ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Daily Current Affairs Quiz : October 26, 2022
41. Which state/UT launched ‘Kunjapp’ mobile application to prevent cyber-crimes against children? [A] Tamil Nadu[B] Kerala[C] Karnataka[D] Telangana Show Answer Correct Answer: B [Kerala] Notes:Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan launched the ‘Kunjapp’ mobile application to prevent cyber-crimes against children in ..
Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: October 26, 2022
Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for October 26, 2022 INDIA – Partial solar eclipse seen in India and a few other places in the world – United States appoints Elizabeth Jones to serve as Chargé d’Affaires at ..