Nayab Singh Saini sworn in as the Chief Minister of Haryana

Nayab Singh Saini was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Haryana for a second term on October 17, 2024, marking the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) third consecutive government in the state. The oath was administered by Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya at a ceremony in Panchkula.

The BJP won 48 out of 90 seats in the recent elections, while Congress secured 37. The event was attended by key BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, as well as NDA allies like Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu.

Current Affairs MCQs : 17 OCTOBER 2024

Q.: What will be the new rate of Dearness Allowance (DA) effective from 1 July 2024, after the 3% hike from the existing rate of 50%?

A) 51%
B) 53%
C) 55%
D) 60%

Answer
Answer: B) 53%
On 16 October 2024, Govt, approved a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, effective from 1 July 2024. This raises the DA and DR from 50% to 53% of the basic pay/pension, aiming to offset the effects of inflation.

Q.: Which Rabi crop received the highest increase in MSP for the 2025-26 marketing season?

A) Wheat
B) Lentil (Masur)
C) Rapeseed and Mustard
D) Gram

Answer
Answer: C) Rapeseed and Mustard
The highest MSP increase is for rapeseed and mustard at Rs 300 per quintal. New MSP for 2025-26 marketing season is 5950.

Q.: What is the MSP for wheat for the 2025-26 marketing season after the increase of Rs 150 per quintal?

A) Rs 2500 per quintal
B) Rs 2400 per quintal
C) Rs 2425 per quintal
D) Rs 2600 per quintal

Answer
Answer: C) Rs 2425 per quintal
The new MSP of wheat for 2025-26 marketing season is 2425.

Q.: Who was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir on 16 October 2024?

A) Farooq Abdullah
B) Omar Abdullah
C) Manoj Sinha
D) Akhilesh Yadav

Answer
Answer: B) Omar Abdullah
Omar Abdullah was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir on 16 October 2024. This is the first elected government in the Union Territory since it was reorganized in 2019 after the removal of Article 370.

Omar Abdullah sworn in as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir

Omar Abdullah was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir on 16 October 2024. This is the first elected government in the Union Territory since it was reorganized in 2019 after the removal of Article 370. The oath ceremony took place in Srinagar, and Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha gave him the oath of office.

Several ministers were also sworn in, including National Conference MLAs Javed Ahmed Rana, Javid Ahmad Dar, Sakina Itoo, Surinder Kumar Chowdhary, and independent MLA Satish Sharma.

The National Conference won 42 out of 90 seats, and their ally Congress won 6.

Omar Abdullah, who was the Chief Minister from 2009 to 2014, comes from a famous political family. His grandfather, Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, and his father, Farooq Abdullah, both served as Chief Ministers of Jammu and Kashmir.

Cabinet approves the increase of MSP for Rabi crops for marketing season 2025-26

On 16 October 2024, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by PM Modi, approved an increase in the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for all mandated Rabi crops for the 2025-26 marketing season.

The highest MSP increase is for rapeseed and mustard at Rs 300 per quintal, followed by lentils (masur) at Rs 275 per quintal. MSP for gram, wheat, safflower, and barley is increase of Rs.210 per quintal, Rs.150 per quintal, Rs.140 per quintal and Rs.130 per quintal respectively. The new MSP of wheat for 2025-26 marketing season is 2425.

This decision ensures farmers get at least 1.5 times the all-India weighted average cost of production, with expected margins ranging from 50% to 105%. It aims to provide fair prices to farmers and encourage crop diversification.

Cabinet approves 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for govt employees

On 16 October 2024, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, effective from 1 July 2024. This raises the DA and DR from 50% to 53% of the basic pay/pension, aiming to offset the effects of inflation.

The increase benefits around 49.18 lakh employees and 64.89 lakh pensioners, with a total financial burden of ₹9,448.35 crore annually. Employees will also receive arrears for July, August, and September with their revised payments. DA/DR adjustments are made biannually based on inflation data.

Current Affairs MCQs : 16 OCTOBER 2024

Q.: The assembly elections of which two states are going to be conducted in November 2024?

a) Gujarat and Rajasthan
b) Maharashtra and Jharkhand
c) Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
d) Karnataka and Tamil Nadu

Answer
Answer: b) Maharashtra and Jharkhand
Maharashtra will hold assembly elections in a single phase on November 20, while Jharkhand will conduct its elections in two phases on November 13 and 20.

Q.: Which types of MQ-9B Predator drones are included in India’s tri-service procurement deal with the US in October 2024?

a) Reaper and Avenger
b) Sky Guardian and Sea Guardian
c) Global Hawk and Triton
d) Heron and Shadow

Answer
Answer: b) Sky Guardian and Sea Guardian
India and the US have signed a contract for the procurement of 31 MQ-9B Predator drones, marking a major step in strengthening India’s defense capabilities. The deal includes tri-service acquisition of the MQ-9B Sky Guardian and Sea Guardian drones.

Q.: Who assumed charge as the 26th Director General of the Indian Coast Guard on 15 October 2024?

a) K. Natarajan
b) Rajendra Singh
c) Paramesh Sivamani
d) Krishnaswamy Nair

Answer
Answer: c) Paramesh Sivamani
On 15 October 2024, Paramesh Sivamani assumed charge as the 26th Director General of the Indian Coast Guard.

Maharashtra, Jharkhand assembly elections in November; counting of votes on 23rd Nov

Maharashtra will hold assembly elections in a single phase on November 20, while Jharkhand will conduct its elections in two phases on November 13 and 20. The Election Commission, led by Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, announced the schedule for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections.

  • Maharashtra, with 9.63 crore voters, will have 288 assembly seats, and the notification for nominations will be issued on October 22.
  • Jharkhand, with 2.6 crore voters, will have polling in over 26,000 stations, with notifications for its phases on October 18 and 22.
  • Vote counting for both states will occur on November 23.

Additionally, bye-elections for 48 assembly seats and two Lok Sabha seats will be held on November 13, including the Wayanad Parliamentary seat, and the bye-polls for one assembly seat in Uttarakhand and Nanded Lok Sabha seat in Maharashtra will be on November 20.

India Purchases 31 MQ-9B Predator Drones from the US to Boost Defense Capabilities

India and the US have signed a contract for the procurement of 31 MQ-9B Predator drones, marking a major step in strengthening India’s defense capabilities. The deal includes tri-service acquisition of the MQ-9B Sky Guardian and Sea Guardian drones.

The Ministry of Defence, along with Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane, formalized the agreement in New Delhi. A separate contract with General Atomics Global India ensures maintenance and repair within India.

These next-generation drones, with an operational altitude above 40,000 feet and a speed of 400 km/h, will enhance India’s intelligence, surveillance, and strike capabilities, proving to be a significant asset for the defense forces.

Paramesh Sivamani assumes charge as 26th Director General of Indian Coast Guard

On 15 October 2024, Paramesh Sivamani assumed charge as the 26th Director General of the Indian Coast Guard. A specialist in navigation and direction, he has commanded all major vessels of the Coast Guard.

He is an alumnus of the National Defence College, New Delhi, and the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington. Mr. Sivamani has received several prestigious honors, including the Tatrakshak Medal in 2014, the President’s Tatrakshak Medal in 2019, and the Director General Coast Guard Commendation in 2012, recognizing his distinguished service.

Current Affairs MCQs : 15 OCTOBER 2024

Q.: What is the main objective of NASA’s Europa Clipper mission launched on October 2024?

A) To explore Mars’ surface for signs of life
B) To study Saturn’s rings
C) To examine Jupiter’s moon Europa for conditions that might support life
D) To land on Europa and collect surface samples

Answer
Answer: C) To examine Jupiter’s moon Europa for conditions that might support life

Q.: Which company built the Indian Navy’s first indigenous multi-purpose vessel ‘Samarthak’ ?

A) Cochin Shipyard
B) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders
C) Hindustan Shipyard
D) L&T Shipyard

Answer
Answer: D) L&T Shipyard
On October 14, 2024, the Indian Navy achieved a major milestone with the launch of Samarthak, the first vessel under its Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) project. Built by L&T Shipyard at Kattupalli, the launch reflects India’s progress in indigenous shipbuilding.

Q.: Which company achieved the milestone of catching the Starship booster with robotic arms in October 2024?

A) Blue Origin
B) SpaceX
C) NASA
D) Boeing

Answer
Answer: B) SpaceX
On 14 October 2024, SpaceX achieved a major milestone by catching the massive booster stage of its Starship rocket using robotic arms as it returned to the launchpad in southern Texas.

SpaceX Starship Rocket Catches Reusable Booster

On 14 October 2024, SpaceX achieved a major milestone by catching the massive booster stage of its Starship rocket using robotic arms as it returned to the launchpad in southern Texas. After liftoff, the Super Heavy booster successfully returned, while the upper stage was scheduled to splash down in the Indian Ocean.

The Starship rocket, at 71 meters tall, is the largest and most powerful spacecraft ever built and is designed to be fully and rapidly reusable. This breakthrough is part of SpaceX’s goal to develop a reusable rocket system similar to airplanes, capable of landing, refueling, and launching again within hours. The success of this reusable system is crucial for reducing space travel costs and facilitating more frequent missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

India launches Samarthak, the first vessel under its Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) project

On October 14, 2024, the Indian Navy achieved a major milestone with the launch of Samarthak, the first vessel under its Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) project. Built by L&T Shipyard at Kattupalli, the launch reflects India’s progress in indigenous shipbuilding. The ceremony was presided over by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi.

Samarthak, meaning “Supporter,” is a versatile vessel designed for towing, launching and recovering targets, operating unmanned vehicles, and testing indigenous weapons. The 106-meter-long vessel can reach speeds of up to 15 knots. This project, contracted on March 25, 2022, marks the Navy’s ongoing efforts to enhance self-reliance in maritime defense and strengthen indigenous shipbuilding capabilities through collaboration with private Indian shipyards.

NASA launches Europa Clipper to Jupiter’s moon Europa

On October 14, 2024, NASA launched the Europa Clipper, its largest spacecraft for a planetary mission. The mission’s goal is to explore Jupiter’s moon Europa, specifically to determine if its subsurface ocean, hidden beneath a thick layer of ice, could support life.

The solar-powered robotic probe will travel 2.9 billion kilometers over 5 years and 6 months, reaching Jupiter in 2030. Once there, it will operate in the intense radiation environment of Jupiter, the solar system’s largest planet, focusing on studying Europa’s potential habitability.

Current Affairs MCQs : 14 OCTOBER 2024

Q.: In the Ramayana, which event is commemorated during Vijayadashmi?
a) The birth of Lord Rama
b) The coronation of Lord Rama
c) The defeat of Ravana by Lord Rama
d) The exile of Lord Rama

Answer
Answer: c) The defeat of Ravana by Lord Rama
Vijayadashmi, or Dussehra, was celebrated on October 12, 2024, marking the triumph of good over evil. The festival commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over the demon king Ravana in the Ramayana.

Q. Vijayadashmi is celebrated as the conclusion of which major festival in West Bengal?
a) Diwali
b) Holi
c) Durga Puja
d) Ganesh Chaturthi

Answer
Answer: c) Durga Puja
Goddess Durga’s defeat of Mahishasura, symbolizing the victory of righteousness (Dharma).

Q.: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) was recently upgraded to which status in October 2024?

a) Navratna
b) Maharatna
c) Miniratna
d) Public Sector Undertaking (PSU)

Answer
Answer: b) Maharatna
The government has approved the upgradation of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to the status of the 14th Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE).

Vijayadashmi, or Dussehra, was celebrated on October 12, 2024, across the country

Vijayadashmi, or Dussehra, was celebrated on October 12, 2024, marking the triumph of good over evil. The festival commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over the demon king Ravana in the Ramayana and Goddess Durga’s defeat of Mahishasura, symbolizing the victory of righteousness (Dharma). Across India, it was celebrated with grand processions, Ramlila performances, and the burning of Ravana’s effigies.

In northern India, large crowds gathered for Ramlila enactments and the symbolic destruction of Ravana. In West Bengal, the festival marked the conclusion of Durga Puja with idol immersions and joyous Sindoor Khela. Mysuru hosted its famous royal Dasara procession, and in Maharashtra, people exchanged “Apta” leaves and performed Ayudha Puja. The festival also encouraged new beginnings, with many choosing to start ventures and educational journeys.

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd becomes 14th Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE)

The government has approved the upgradation of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to the status of the 14th Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE). The announcement was made by the Department of Public Enterprises, stating that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman gave the final approval.

The decision followed recommendations from the Inter-Ministerial Committee, chaired by the Finance Secretary, and the Apex Committee, led by the Cabinet Secretary.

Current Affairs MCQs : 12 OCTOBER 2024

Q.: Who has been appointed as the new chairman of Tata Trusts in 2024?

a) Cyrus Mistry
b) Natarajan Chandrasekaran
c) Noel Tata
d) Rajesh Gopinathan

Answer
Answer: c) Noel Tata
Noel Tata has been appointed as the chairman of Tata Trusts, following the passing of his half-brother, Ratan Tata, on October 9, 2024.

Q.: When is the International Day of the Girl Child celebrated?

a) October 5
b) October 11
c) October 20
d) October 30

Answer
Ans : b) October 11
The International Day of the Girl Child is celebrated annually on October 11. This day was established by the United Nations in 2011 to recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges they face worldwide. 

Q.: What is the full name of the organization that won the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize?

a) Nihon Hidankyo
b) International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
c) United Nations
d) Greenpeace

Answer
Answer: a) Nihon Hidankyo
On October 11, 2024, Nihon Hidankyo, a grassroots organization representing atomic bomb survivors (Hibakusha) from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

Noel Tata appointed chairman of Tata Trusts

Noel Tata has been appointed as the chairman of Tata Trusts, following the passing of his half-brother, Ratan Tata, on October 9, 2024. Ratan Tata, who led the Tata Group for decades and shaped its future, left behind a significant legacy in Indian industry.

Noel Tata, the son of Naval and Simone Tata, takes on this role at a critical time for the Tata Group and its trusts. With extensive experience in leadership roles within the Tata Group, he is expected to uphold the values and principles established by Ratan Tata.

International Day of the Girl Child : October 11

The International Day of the Girl Child is celebrated annually on October 11. This day was established by the United Nations in 2011 to recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges they face worldwide. 

The theme for 2024 is “Girls’ vision for the future”, highlighting the need for urgent action and the hope driven by girls’ voices and aspirations.

Japanese atomic bomb survivors’ group Nihon Hidankyo wins Nobel Peace Prize 2024

On October 11, 2024, Nihon Hidankyo, a grassroots organization representing atomic bomb survivors (Hibakusha) from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. The Nobel Committee recognized their efforts to advocate for a nuclear-free world and their powerful witness testimonies, highlighting the catastrophic effects of nuclear weapons.

The Hibakusha, as survivors of the only nuclear bombs ever used in conflict, have devoted their lives to the anti-nuclear cause. The award follows the Nobel Committee’s past focus on nuclear disarmament, including its 2017 award to the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN). The prize, valued at around $1 million, will be presented in Oslo on December 10, 2024, in honor of Alfred Nobel.

Q.: What is the full name of the organization that won the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize?

a) Nihon Hidankyo
b) International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
c) United Nations
d) Greenpeace

Answer: a) Nihon Hidankyo
On October 11, 2024, Nihon Hidankyo, a grassroots organization representing atomic bomb survivors (Hibakusha) from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

Current Affairs MCQs : 11 OCTOBER 2024

Q.: What new cancer therapy target did scientists from Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS) identify?

a) Topoisomerase 1 (Top1)
b) Tyrosyl-DNA phosphodiesterase 1 (TDP1)
c) CDK1 inhibitors
d) Camptothecin

Answer
Answer: b) Tyrosyl-DNA phosphodiesterase 1 (TDP1)
Scientists from the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS) in Kolkata have identified a potential new cancer therapy target by activating the DNA repair enzyme Tyrosyl-DNA phosphodiesterase 1 (TDP1).

Q.: Ratan Tata was known for his role as:

A. A famous Indian actor
B. A renowned Indian industrialist
C. A prominent Indian politician
D. A celebrated Indian sportsperson

Answer
Answer: B. A renowned Indian industrialist
Ratan Tata passed away in Mumbai on 9 October 2024 at the age of 86. He served as the chairman of the Tata Group from 1991 to 2012.

Q.: Who was awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature?

a) Haruki Murakami
b) Han Kang
c) Orhan Pamuk
d) Margaret Atwood

Answer
Answer: b) Han Kang
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to South Korean author Han Kang for her powerful poetic prose that addresses historical traumas and highlights the fragility of human life.

New Cancer Therapy Target Identified by IACS Scientists

Scientists from the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS) in Kolkata have identified a potential new cancer therapy target by activating the DNA repair enzyme Tyrosyl-DNA phosphodiesterase 1 (TDP1).

Their study shows that cancer cells survive chemotherapy by using TDP1 to repair DNA damage caused by Topoisomerase 1 (Top1) inhibitors, such as Camptothecin. The enzyme Cyclin-dependent kinase 1 (CDK1) enhances this repair process by phosphorylating TDP1, which is crucial for cancer cell survival during treatment. The researchers propose that combining CDK1 inhibitors with Top1 inhibitors could overcome drug resistance, offering a more effective cancer treatment. Further studies are being conducted to validate this approach.

Source : https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2063775

Renowned industrialist Ratan Tata passes away in Mumbai

Renowned industrialist Ratan Tata passed away peacefully in Mumbai on 9 October 2024 at the age of 86. His demise marks the end of an era that witnessed the Tata Group’s meteoric rise to prominence.

Tata, who served as the chairman of the Tata Group from 1991 to 2012, is credited with transforming the conglomerate into a global industrial powerhouse. Under his leadership, the Tata Group expanded its operations into diverse sectors such as automobiles, steel, hospitality, and information technology.

Nobel Prize 2024 in Literature awarded to South Korean author Han Kang

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to South Korean author Han Kang for her powerful poetic prose that addresses historical traumas and highlights the fragility of human life. The announcement was made by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences.

Han Kang is renowned for her novel The Vegetarian, which consists of three parts, and she is the first South Korean writer to receive this prestigious award. She began her literary career in 1993 with poems published in Literature and Society and made her prose debut in 1995 with the short story collection Love of Yeosu, followed by several other novels and short stories.

Current Affairs MCQs : 10 OCTOBER 2024

Q.: Which disease has India officially eliminated as a public health problem according to the WHO certification in October 2024?

A) Malaria
B) Trachoma
C) Tuberculosis
D) Polio

Answer
Answer: B) Trachoma
India has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, becoming the third country in the South-East Asia region to achieve this milestone, as announced by the World Health Organization (WHO).

Q.: Trachoma, once a leading cause of blindness in India, was caused by:

A) Streptococcus pneumoniae
B) Chlamydia Trachomatis
C) Escherichia coli
D) Mycobacterium tuberculosis

Answer
Answer: B) Chlamydia Trachomatis
Trachoma, a contagious bacterial eye infection caused by Chlamydia Trachomatis. It affects the eyes and spreads through the eyes, eyelids, nose, or throat secretions of infected people

Q.: What change did the RBI make to its monetary policy stance in October 2024?

A) Moved from ‘neutral’ to ‘accommodative’
B) Shifted from ‘withdrawal of accommodation’ to ‘neutral’
C) Shifted to ‘tightening’
D) Adopted an ‘expansionary’ stance

Answer
Answer: B) Shifted from ‘withdrawal of accommodation’ to ‘neutral’
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das announced a shift in the central bank’s monetary policy stance from “withdrawal of accommodation” to “neutral.” This change allows the RBI to balance inflation control with economic growth support.

Q.: Who won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for breakthroughs in protein structure research?

A) Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier
B) David Baker, John Jumper, and Demis Hassabis
C) Roger Penrose, Reinhard Genzel, and Andrea Ghez
D) Frances Arnold, George Smith, and Gregory Winter

Answer
Answer: B) David Baker, John Jumper, and Demis Hassabis
David Baker, John Jumper, and Demis Hassabis were awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their groundbreaking contributions to protein structure research.

WHO declares that India has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem

India has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, becoming the third country in the South-East Asia region to achieve this milestone, as announced by the World Health Organization (WHO). The certification was presented to Aradhana Patnaik, Additional Secretary and Mission Director of the National Health Mission, during the WHO South-East Asia Regional Committee meeting in New Delhi on October, 2024.

Trachoma, a contagious bacterial eye infection caused by Chlamydia Trachomatis, was once a leading cause of blindness in India, especially in underprivileged areas. Left untreated, it can cause irreversible blindness. Globally, around 150 million people are affected by trachoma, with 6 million at risk of serious complications.

India’s efforts to eliminate trachoma began in 1963 with the National Trachoma Control Program, later integrated into the National Program for Control of Blindness (NPCB). By 1971, blindness due to trachoma stood at 5%, but through sustained efforts, it dropped to less than 1%. The WHO’s SAFE strategy (Surgery, Antibiotics, Facial cleanliness, and Environmental improvement) played a key role in combating the disease, and India was declared trachoma-free by 2017.

India continued its surveillance through the National Trachomatous Trichiasis (TT only) Survey between 2021 and 2024. WHO reviewed these reports, leading to India’s official certification for trachoma elimination.

RBI Kept Repo rate remains unchanged at 6.50% for tenth time in a row

On October 9, 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept the policy repo rate steady at 6.5% for the tenth consecutive time. Five out of six members of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) supported the decision. Other key rates, such as the Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) rate at 6.25% and both the Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate and the bank rate at 6.75%, also remained unchanged.

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das announced a shift in the central bank’s monetary policy stance from “withdrawal of accommodation” to “neutral.” This change allows the RBI to balance inflation control with economic growth support. Despite risks from rising global crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions, India’s inflation rate eased to 3.65% in August, within the RBI’s target range of 2-6%, though food inflation remained high at 5.65%.

The neutral stance provides the RBI with flexibility to respond to inflationary pressures and growth objectives without rushing policy decisions.

David Baker, John Jumper, and Demis Hassabis awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

David Baker, John Jumper, and Demis Hassabis were awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their groundbreaking contributions to protein structure research.

Baker received half of the prize for his work in computational protein design, where he developed new types of proteins. The other half was jointly awarded to Jumper and Hassabis for their role in creating an AI model that solved a long-standing challenge in predicting complex protein structures. Baker is based at the University of Washington, while Jumper and Hassabis are part of Google DeepMind in London.

Current Affairs MCQs : 9 OCTOBER 2024

Q.: Where was the 92nd Raising Day of the Indian Air Force celebrated on 8 October 2024?

a) Ambala Air Force Station
b) Tambaram Air Force Station
c) Hindon Air Force Station
d) Jodhpur Air Force Station

Answer
Answer: b) Tambaram Air Force Station
The 92nd Raising Day of the Indian Air Force was celebrated on 8 October 2024 at Tambaram Air Force Station near Chennai.

Q.: Which party won the majority in the 2024 Haryana Legislative Assembly elections?

a) Congress
b) Indian National Lok Dal (INLD)
c) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
d) Jannayak Janta Party (JJP)

Answer
Answer: c) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
BJP secured a majority in the 90-member Haryana Legislative Assembly and retained power for the third consecutive term, winning 48 seats.

Q.: Which alliance won the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections in 2024?

a) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
b) Jammu & Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
c) National Conference and Congress
d) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

Answer
Answer: c) National Conference and Congress
The National Conference and Congress alliance secured a majority with 48 seats in the 90-member Jammu and Kashmir Assembly.

Q.: Who won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics?

a) Elon Musk and Bill Gates
b) John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton
c) Stephen Hawking and Albert Einstein
d) Alan Turing and Charles Babbage

Answer
Answer: b) John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton
U.S. scientist John Hopfield and British-Canadian Geoffrey Hinton won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics for their pioneering work that laid the foundation for machine learning.

Indian Air Force celebrates 92nd Raising Day on 8 October 2024

The 92nd Raising Day of the Indian Air Force was celebrated on 8 October 2024 at Tambaram Air Force Station near Chennai, marking the first time the event was held there. Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan hoisted the flag, while Chief of Air Staff A.P. Singh inspected the parade and presented awards for distinguished performance.

The event celebrated achievements like the successful hosting of the largest multi-lateral exercise Tarang Shakthi after 61 years, with participation from over 30 nations. The Air Force’s role in humanitarian efforts and disaster relief was also praised. The celebration included a special parade and performances by the Suriya Kiran and Tarang teams, attended by former defense chiefs, military officials, and veterans.

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