Q.: What natural factor has contributed to the intensity of the wildfires in Los Angeles in January 2025?
a) Heavy rainfall
b) Santa Ana winds
c) Snowstorms
d) Earthquakes
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Ans: b) Santa Ana winds
Wildfires have been wreaking havoc in Los Angeles. The fires have been fueled by strong Santa Ana winds, reaching speeds of up to 100 mph, and extremely dry conditions.
Q.: Which organization led the Indian delegation, comprising 125 companies, at ArabPlast 2025 in Dubai, emphasizing sustainable manufacturing solutions and circular economy initiatives?
a) Ministry of Commerce
b) PLEXCONCIL
c) Confederation of Indian Industry
d) Federation of Indian Export Organisations
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Ans: b) PLEXCONCIL
The 17th edition of ArabPlast, West Asia’s premier trade exhibition for plastics and petrochemicals, opened on January 7, 2025, in Dubai. India’s delegation, led by the Plastic Export Promotion Council of India (PLEXCONCIL), includes 125 companies
Q.: How many special guests have been invited to witness the 76th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on January 26, 2025?
a) 5,000
b) 7,500
c) 10,000
d) 12,500
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Ans: c) 10,000
The Ministry of Defence announced that around 10,000 special guests will witness the 76th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on January 26. These guests, known as the “architects of Swarnim Bharat,” are recognized for their contributions to various government schemes.