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Daily Current Affairs 19 January 2024


1. What is the theme of Wings India 2024, Asia's largest aviation expo?

"Connecting India to the World in Amrit Kaal: Setting the Stage for India Civil Aviation @2047"

"Advancements in Aviation Technology"

"Global Aviation Collaboration for Sustainable Future"

"Transforming Air Travel in the 21st Century"


2. What is the name of the scheme launched by Chhattisgarh, providing economic assistance of one thousand rupees to women every month?

Aarthik Sarkari Ladli Bahna Yojana

Mahtari Vandana Yojana

Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Yojana

Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana


3. What is the objective of the ICAI Awards for Excellence in Financial Reporting, as mentioned in the article?

Recognizing excellence in film production

Promoting excellence in the preparation and presentation of financial and non-financial information

Honoring outstanding achievements in sports

Highlighting achievements in the field of science and technology


4. How much investment will Foxconn's subsidiary make for a 40% stake in the chip packaging and testing facility in India in collaboration with HCL Group?

$20 million

$30 million

$37.2 million

$50 million


5. What is the key feature of China's Betavolt groundbreaking nuclear battery?

25 years of maintenance-free power generation

50 years of maintenance-free power generation

75 years of maintenance-free power generation

100 years of maintenance-free power generation


6. Who is set to become the first ICC-appointed female neutral umpire to officiate in a bilateral series?

Anjali Bhagwat

Mithali Raj

Jhulan Goswami

Sue Redfern


7. Which city recently witnessed the inauguration of the Lata Mangeshkar Chowk, illuminated ahead of the Ram Temple inauguration?

Varanasi

Ayodhya

Delhi

Jaipur


8. What is the significance of the New Dry Dock (NDD) inaugurated at Cochin Shipyard Limited, as mentioned in the article?

It is a space for cultural events and exhibitions.

It is a hub for financial services and investment.

It is a national pride and an engineering marvel for accommodating large vessels.

It is a new airport terminal for international flights.


9. What is the primary focus of the 'Build for Billions' startup accelerator program initiated by DLabs at ISB in partnership with RBI Innovation Hub and UBI?

Agricultural Innovation

Financial Inclusion for the Informal Economy

Space Exploration Technology

Healthcare Technology


10. What is the primary theme of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission's (KVIC) 'Sanatan Khadi Vastra' clothing range?

Modern Fashion Trends

Traditional Indian Methods and Sustainable Fashion

Western Apparel

Sports Clothing