Exercise PowerEX-2022

CERT-In and Power-CSIRTs recently organized the cybersecurity exercise called PowerEX. Key facts Cyber Security Exercise “PowerEX” was designed and organized jointly by Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) and Power-CSIRTs (Computer Security Incident Response Teams in Power sector). The CERT-In ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs • Science & Technology Current Affairs

Exercise Prasthan – Update (October, 2022)

Exercise Prasthan was organized from October 11 to 12 of this year in the Krishna Godavari Basin Offshore Development Area. Key facts Prasthan is an offshore security exercise that is held every six months. Its main purpose is to integrate ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: Defence Current Affairs

October 13: International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction – Update (October, 2022)

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction is observed each year on October 13. Key facts The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction aims to promote the international awareness about disaster risks and preparedness. It also recognizes the efforts of individuals ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – October 12, 2022 [Mock Test]

41. With respect to the National Asset Reconstruction Company Ltd. (NARCL), consider the following statements: Public Sector Banks (PSBs) will maintain 49% ownership in NARCL. It is an asset reconstruction company. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [A] ..

Banking, Finance & Economy Current Affairs Quiz – October 13, 2022

41. In India, the first-ever EV scooter, the Vida V1, was introduced. Which of the following companies manufactures the Vida V1 scooter? [A] TVS Motor Company[B] Honda Motor Company[C] Hero MotoCorp Company[D] Bajaj Automobile Company Show Answer Correct Answer: C ..

NASSCOM Responsible AI Hub and Resource Kit

The NASSCOM has launched the Responsible AI Hub and resource kit to support the responsible adoption of the artificial intelligence. Key facts National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM) has collaborated with industry partners like Microsoft, Tata Consultancy Services ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Living Planet Report 2022

Living Planet Report 2022 found drastic decline in the global wildlife population. Key findings Living Planet Report 2022 is a joint endeavor of the World Wildlife Fund and Zoological Society of London. According to the flagship publication, there has been ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: Environment Current Affairs • Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

2022 Commitment to Reducing Inequality (CRI) Index

The 2022 Commitment to Reducing Inequality Index or CRI Index, that was recently released, is the fourth edition. According to this report, India has shown improvement in reducing inequality. Key Facts The CRI Index tracks 161 countries’ performance in reducing ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : October 13, 2022

41. ‘Skilling of girls in non-traditional livelihood (NTL)’ has been included in which flagship scheme? [A] Beti Bachao Beti Padao[B] Rashtriya Mahila Kosh[C] POSHAN Abhiyaan[D] Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Beti Bachao Beti Padao] Notes:The ..

Discovery of ‘The Trapping Zone’ in Maldives

Recently, scientists reported the discovery of ‘The Trapping Zone’ in the island nation Maldives, India’s southern neighbour. Key Facts This Trapping Zone is a new ecosystem, discovered some 500 meters beneath the surface, is being referred to as ‘as oasis ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: Environment Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs