🇮🇳 NATIONAL AFFAIRS - INDIA
November 5, 2024
India's First Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS)
PM Modi inaugurated India's first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) connecting Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut. The 82.15 km corridor features trains running at speeds up to 180 km/h, reducing travel time significantly. This marks a major milestone in India's urban transportation infrastructure.
November 8, 2024
One Nation One Election Bill
The government introduced the Constitution Amendment Bill for simultaneous elections to Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. The High-Level Committee headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind submitted its report recommending simultaneous polls in two phases.
November 12, 2024
India's GDP Growth Projection
The Reserve Bank of India maintained the GDP growth forecast at 7.2% for FY 2024-25. India continues to be the fastest-growing major economy despite global headwinds. The repo rate was kept unchanged at 6.5%.
November 15, 2024
Pradhan Mantri Suryoday Yojana Launch
Government launched the ambitious Pradhan Mantri Suryoday Yojana targeting 1 crore households with rooftop solar installations. The scheme aims to provide free electricity up to 300 units per month to eligible households.
November 20, 2024
Digital India Mission Milestone
India's UPI transactions crossed 12 billion in a single month, recording transactions worth over ₹18 lakh crore. India leads the world in real-time digital payments, accounting for 46% of global digital transactions.
🌍 INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
November 3, 2024
COP29 Climate Summit
COP29 (Conference of Parties) held in Baku, Azerbaijan. Major focus on climate finance with developing nations demanding $1.3 trillion annually. India emphasized "climate justice" and equitable burden sharing.
November 10, 2024
G20 Summit Preparations
Brazil assumes G20 Presidency from India. The theme focuses on "Building a Just World and a Sustainable Planet." India's successful presidency was widely lauded for achieving consensus on multiple issues.
November 14, 2024
BRICS Expansion
BRICS welcomed new members with formal integration beginning in 2024. The expanded bloc now represents over 45% of the global population and aims to challenge Western economic dominance.
November 18, 2024
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Three new Indian sites added to UNESCO's tentative list for World Heritage status, including Mahabodhi Temple Complex extensions and historic trading ports along the western coast.
⚽ SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS
November 2, 2024
Cricket World Cup Qualification
India secured spot in ICC T20 World Cup 2024 finals after defeating New Zealand. The tournament featured record-breaking performances with several players achieving career-best figures.
November 7, 2024
Asian Games Medals
India concluded participation in 19th Asian Games with 107 medals (28 Gold, 38 Silver, 41 Bronze), finishing 4th in the overall medal tally behind China, Japan, and South Korea.
November 16, 2024
FIFA Rankings Update
Indian football team climbed to 102nd position in FIFA rankings, the highest in recent years. This follows impressive performances in international friendlies and qualification matches.
November 25, 2024
Badminton Championship
Indian shuttlers won 3 medals at the BWF World Championships including a gold in mixed doubles. This marks India's best performance at the championships.
💻 TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE
November 1, 2024
ISRO's Aditya-L1 Mission
ISRO's Aditya-L1 successfully reached the Lagrange point L1 for solar studies. This makes India the first Asian nation to place a satellite in a halo orbit around L1 for continuous solar observation.
November 9, 2024
5G Network Expansion
India's 5G coverage reached 80% of urban areas with over 400 cities connected. Bharat 6G Vision document released targeting 6G rollout by 2030.
November 13, 2024
AI for India Initiative
Government launched IndiaAI Mission with ₹10,000 crore budget to democratize AI access. Focus on developing indigenous large language models and computing infrastructure.
November 22, 2024
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Three major semiconductor fabrication plants announced investments totaling $15 billion in Gujarat and Karnataka. India aims to become a global semiconductor hub by 2030.
🏆 AWARDS & HONORS
November 4, 2024
Bharat Ratna Announcement
Government announced Bharat Ratna to be conferred upon former PM PV Narasimha Rao (posthumous) and agricultural scientist MS Swaminathan (posthumous) for their exceptional contributions.
November 11, 2024
Nobel Prize Connection
Indian-origin scientist Dr. Venkatraman Ramakrishnan appointed as Chancellor of Cambridge University. He previously won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2009.
November 17, 2024
Padma Awards List
Padma Awards 2024 announced with 132 awardees including 5 Padma Vibhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan, and 110 Padma Shri. Focus on unsung heroes and grassroot workers.
November 24, 2024
Booker Prize
Indian author shortlisted for Booker Prize 2024. Indian literature continues to make significant impact on global literary scene.
👤 PERSONALITIES IN NEWS
November 5, 2024
New Chief Justice of India
Justice Sanjiv Khanna appointed as the 51st Chief Justice of India, succeeding Justice DY Chandrachud. He will have a tenure of approximately 6 months.
November 12, 2024
Economic Advisory Council
Dr. Bibek Debroy, Chairman of the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council, passed away. He was a renowned economist and Sanskrit scholar.
November 19, 2024
International Recognition
Indian CEO Sundar Pichai featured in TIME's 100 Most Influential People list for his leadership in AI development and technology innovation at Google.
November 26, 2024
Sports Icon
Neeraj Chopra appointed as brand ambassador for Olympic Values Education Program by International Olympic Committee (IOC), becoming the first Indian to receive this honor.
❓ PRACTICE QUESTIONS - 100 MCQs
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Q1
What is India's first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor?
✓ Correct Answer: B) Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut
Q2
What is the maximum speed of trains in the RRTS corridor?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 180 km/h
Q3
Who headed the High-Level Committee on 'One Nation One Election'?
✓ Correct Answer: A) Ram Nath Kovind (Former President)
Q4
What is RBI's GDP growth forecast for FY 2024-25?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 7.2%
Q5
What is the current repo rate maintained by RBI?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 6.5%
Q6
How many households are targeted under Pradhan Mantri Suryoday Yojana?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 1 crore households
Q7
India's UPI transactions crossed how many billion in a single month?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 12 billion
Q8
What percentage of global digital transactions does India account for?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 46%
Q9
Where was COP29 Climate Summit held?
✓ Correct Answer: B) Baku, Azerbaijan
Q10
Which country took over G20 Presidency from India?
✓ Correct Answer: B) Brazil
Q11
What percentage of the global population does the expanded BRICS represent?
✓ Correct Answer: C) Over 45%
Q12
Which ISRO mission reached Lagrange point L1?
✓ Correct Answer: C) Aditya-L1
Q13
What is India's target year for 6G rollout?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 2030
Q14
What is the budget allocated for IndiaAI Mission?
✓ Correct Answer: C) ₹10,000 crore
Q15
Who was appointed as the 51st Chief Justice of India?
✓ Correct Answer: B) Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Q16
How many Padma Awards were announced in 2024?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 132 awardees
Q17
India finished at which position in Asian Games medal tally?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 4th position
Q18
How many gold medals did India win at Asian Games?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 28 Gold medals
Q19
What is India's current FIFA ranking?
✓ Correct Answer: B) 102nd position
Q20
Who was appointed brand ambassador for Olympic Values Education Program?
✓ Correct Answer: B) Neeraj Chopra
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Q21
Which state in India has the highest 5G coverage?
✓ Correct Answer: D) Delhi (as part of NCR)
Q22
Total investment announced for semiconductor plants in India?
✓ Correct Answer: B) $15 billion
Q23
Who was posthumously awarded Bharat Ratna in 2024?
✓ Correct Answer: B) PV Narasimha Rao (and MS Swaminathan)
Q24
Free electricity target under PM Suryoday Yojana?
✓ Correct Answer: C) 300 units per month
Q25
Length of Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor?
✓ Correct Answer: B) 82.15 km
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