India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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The Pension Department has launched an online portal called Bhavishya for tracking pension payments and sanctions for government retirees. The portal is integrated with the pension processing and payment services of five banks, including State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank, and Canara Bank.

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The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), with support from Microsoft, blocked over 1,000 Skype IDs involved in cybercrimes like blackmail and extortion. I4C operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs to address cybercrime nationwide, enhancing coordination among law enforcement agencies. Located in New Delhi, it aims to combat cyber threats and protect citizens, emphasizing collaboration between stakeholders and LEAs for a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity.

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The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad was ranked as India’s best-performing higher education institution in the 2024 Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) Global 2000 list, securing the 410th position globally. The rankings process examined data from more than 20,966 universities

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A tigress translocated from Corbett Tiger Reserve to Rajaji Tiger Reserve has given birth to four cubs, according to the Chief Wildlife Warden. Rajaji National Park, established in 1983 and located in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, is a vital link to other tiger habitats in Himachal Pradesh and Haryana. The reserve, named after freedom fighter C. Rajgopalachari, became India’s 48th tiger reserve in 2015.

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The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (I&B) and the Ministry of AYUSH are gearing up for International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2024, slated for June 21. Reviewing preparations, Secretary Sanjay Jaju (I&B) and Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha (AYUSH) focused on media and outreach plans. Various media units under I&B, including Prasar Bharati and New Media Wing, will promote Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) benefits. Prasar Bharati will broadcast special programs via Doordarshan and All India Radio. AYUSH will share the ‘Yoga Geet’ across platforms. The initiative also includes the Antarashtriya Yoga Diwas Media Samman to honor media contributions in spreading yoga awareness.

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The Indian Army inaugurated a state-of-the-art skin bank at Army Hospital (Research & Referral) on June 18. This facility, a first within Armed Forces Medical Services, focuses on treating severe burn injuries for armed forces personnel and families. It addresses injuries from fire accidents, electrical incidents, and high-altitude kerosene warmers. The skin bank centralizes collection, processing, storage, and distribution of skin grafts, enhancing medical capabilities nationwide for military hospitals.

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For the first time, 11 candidates from the 2024 Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections requested verification of the “burnt memory” of EVMs and VVPATs. This option, provided by the Supreme Court in April, requires candidates to cover verification costs, refundable if tampering is found. “Burnt memory” refers to the permanent storage in these devices, containing votes, machine configuration, and printed vote records for integrity verification.

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Kerala has developed an inclusive sports manual to nurture the talents of differently abled children in sports. The programme encourages participation from individuals with various disabilities alongside those without. It marks a pioneering effort in India, aiming to support parents in facilitating sports activities for their children, fostering inclusivity and equal opportunities in sports participation.

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Hemant Soren of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) was sworn in as Jharkhand’s Chief Minister for the third time by Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan. Previously CM from 2013-2014 and 2019-2024, Soren resigned in January 2024 before his arrest in a money laundering case. Granted bail in June 2024, he leads the Mahagathbandhan alliance, which includes JMM, Congress, Rashtriya Janata Dal, and left parties.

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Uttar Pradesh passed the Uttar Pradesh Nodal Investment Region for Manufacturing (Construction) Area Bill (NIRMAN)-2024, establishing Special Investment Regions (SIRs) to boost industrial growth and economic development. This includes an MoU between ITPO and MSME to enhance the business environment and the construction of new convention centres in Lucknow and Varanasi. These initiatives aim to promote MSMEs and position UP as a prime destination for industrial investments.