Correct Answer :   February 7

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Every year, February 7 is observed as Safer Internet Day. The Internet has made our lives easier as it helps us to interact with the rest of the world virtually.

In this 21st century, life without an internet connection is a nightmare. When a user signs in to an unsafe internet connection, it can result in data leakage or a virus entering the device. Therefore, having a safe internet connection is the need of the hour, and the day is dedicated to the proper use of the internet.

Safer Internet Day 2023 History : The World Wide Web was first introduced in the year 1990 by computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee.

* Global communication through the internet linked thousands of individuals together. Safer Internet Day was an initiative led by the EU SafeBorders project in 2004.

* Later in the year 2009, Safer Internet Day was introduced to strengthen bonds with countries. At a global level, 150 SID committees are working together with the safer Internet Coordination Team located at the European Union in Brussels.

Safer Internet Day 2023 Significance : The day plays a significant role as it saves users from online harm and risks. There are a lot of websites used by millions of users daily. A safe internet connection will avoid website vandalism. It is required to stay updated with the latest version of the internet.

Safer Internet Day 2023 Theme : This year's theme for Safer Internet Day is "Together for a better internet". It focuses on all stakeholders joining together to make the internet a safer and better place for all, mainly for children and young people.

Correct Answer :   Natasha Perianayagam

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Natasha Perianayagam, a 13-year-old Indian-American prodigy named in the "world’s brightest” students list.

* Perianayagam, a student at Florence M Gaudineer Middle School, in New Jersey was named in the "world's brightest” students list for the second consecutive year by Johns Hopkins Center For Talented Youth.

* Based on the results of above-grade-level tests of over 15,000 students across 76 countries.

* This was the second time that the young girl made it to the list of brightest students in the world by The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY).

* In 2021, Perianayagam was one of nearly 19,000 students from 84 countries who joined CTY in the 2020-21 Talent Search.

* Less than 20 per cent of CTY Talent Search participants qualified for CTY High Honours Awards.

* Perianayagam was among the 15,300 students from 76 countries who joined CTY in the 2021-22 Talent Search year...

Source : Republic World

Correct Answer :   Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI)

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The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) and the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) 7th February 2023 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for setting up of digital forensic laboratories along with exchange of information and knowledge, technological advancement and skill development in the field of digital forensics.

The MoU was signed by Shri Surjit Bhujabal, Pr. Director General, DGGI and Dr. J. M. Vyas, Vice Chancellor, NFSU, Gandhinagar.

DGGI is the apex intelligence organisation under Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) for collection and dissemination of information and for taking necessary measures to check evasion of GST.

NFSU is an institution of national importance established by Parliament of India to promote studies and research in forensic sciences and related fields.

NFSU is the first and only institute in the field of forensic sciences and has the state-of-the-art technology in the field of digital forensics and capabilities to study and analyse digital evidence.

It has established cooperation in the field of digital forensics with various national agencies like Enforcement Directorate, DRDO and Central Bureau of Investigation etc. as well several countries and their institutions..

Source : PIB

Correct Answer :   K Satyanarayana Raju

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The government 7th February 2023 announced the appointment of K Satyanarayana Raju as the managing director and CEO of Canara bank, with effect from 7th February, 2023.

* He has replaced L V Prabhakar who demitted office on 31 December 2022.

* He has 33 years of experience in all banking segments, like branch banking, corporate credit, etc.

* He has also served Canara bank as executive director since 10th March 2021.

* He joined erstwhile Vijaya Bank in 1988 and has risen to the level of chief general manager in Bank of Baroda.

* During his 12 years long stint with the band, he has headed various branches including specialised corporate banking branch. He was regional head of Shimoga, Vijayawada, Hyderabad and Mumbai..

Source : Financial Express

Correct Answer :   Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas

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The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry 7th February 2023 signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) with International Energy Agency (IEA) to strengthen cooperation in the field of data and research in the energy sector to enhance global energy security.

* The Statement of Intent (SoI) was signed in the presence of Union Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas "Hardeep S. Puri", and Dr. Fatih Birol, Executive Director IEA, on the sidelines of India Energy Week being held in Bengaluru.

* According to the statement the Ministry said The SoI will initiate cooperation in the energy sector between Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell (PPAC) and IEA.

* Training and internships by IEA experts are also planned to be organized to develop the skill set required for challenges posed by the energy transition. Under the agreement, SoI will provide access to international thought and view in the energy sector.

* The Ministry said both Parties intend to cooperate under the SoI in the areas of Energy market data and statistics, biofuels Compressed Bio-Gas and other emerging fuels.

* The SoI will also provide information on global oil and gas markets and technologies relevant to the oil and gas sector...

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   Victoria Gowri

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Lawyer Lekshmana Chandra Victoria Gowri was appointed to the higher judiciary and took an oath of office as the additional judge of Madras High Court on 7th February 2023.

* Lakshmana Chandra Victoria Gowri faced opposition from a section of the legal fraternity to her following their usual practice.

* It included reading out the Warrant of Appointment issued by the President, Gowri was administered the oath of office by Acting Chief Justice of Madras High Court Justice T Raja. Besides Gowri, four others also took oath as additional judges of the High Court.

* The Supreme Court refused to entertain a plea seeking to restrain lawyer Lekshmana Chandra Victoria Gowri from taking oath as a judge of the Madras High Court.

* A special bench comprising Justices Sanjiv Khanna and B R Gavai informed that the court is not entertaining the writ petition.

* A bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud had in the forenoon put the plea of three Madras HC lawyers opposing the appointment of Gowri for hearing on February 10 but later advanced it to 7 February 2023 after senior advocate Raju Ramachandran again mentioned it.

* The petitioner lawyers, Anna Mathew, Sudha Ramalingam, and D Nagasaila, in their plea, referred to the alleged hate speeches made by Gowri against Muslims and Christians..

Source : Mint

Correct Answer :   Telangana

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The Telangana government on Monday (6th Feb 2023) launched the country's first new mobility-focused cluster, Telangana Mobility Valley' (TMV).

TMV aim : To attract investments of around Rs 50,000 crore and generate more than 4 lakh jobs in the next five years in the state.

* In his inaugural address at the first edition of Mobility Next Hyderabad Summit part of the Hyderabad E-Mobility Week, state Minister for IT, Industries and Commerce K T Rama Rao.

* To further accelerate growth of sustainability mobility in India, I hereby announce India's first New Mobility focused cluster, the Telangana Mobility Valley.

* Rama Rao noted that the government is developing four mega clusters in and around Hyderabad--EV Manufacturing clusters,

* Energy storage system (ESS) cluster and Innovation cluster.

* TMV aims to facilitate companies across all segments of sustainable mobility including Electric 2Wheelers/ 3 wheelers/ 4 wheelers, Advanced Cell Chemistry and Hydrogen fuel cells, Tier 1 and Tier 2 Component manufacturers and Auto Engineering R&D companies among others.

* Rama Rao further said investments aggregating to Rs 3,000 crore plus are in advanced stages and will be announced in the next two weeks. These investments will further strengthen Electric 3-wheeler, Electric 2-wheeler and charging equipment manufacturing ecosystem in Telangana.

Source : Business Standard

Correct Answer :   EESL

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Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle Joint Business Council (IMT-GT JBC), Malaysia.

Reason : To promote the adoption of energy efficiency and sustainable practices in the region.

Under this partnership, EESL will implement Rooftop Solar, Electric Mobility, UJALA, and Building Energy Efficiency Programme in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand..

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   India and the European Union

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India and the European Union (EU) on Monday (6th Feb 2023) announced the formation of three working groups under the ‘Trade and Technology Council (TTC)’ that was set up to deepen strategic ties with the trade bloc.

* The working group will cover critical issues, such as :

* The TTC was jointly launched by PM Modi and EC Chief, Ursula von der Leyen in April 2022 in New Delhi..

Source : Business Standard

Correct Answer :   Usha Sharma

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Rajasthan Chief Secretary Usha Sharma inaugurated a Sculpture Park at Bikaner House in New Delhi on Sunday (5th Feb 2023).
     
The sculpture park has a glimpse of modern and contemporary art and culture and the sculptures will be on display till the end of March 2023.

From 9 February 2023, the venue will also be hosting 'Bikaner House Dialogues' on issues related to art, literature, culture, and heritage.

The Sculpture Park at Bikaner House is the first of its kind in the capital and will serve as a milestone in promoting modern and contemporary art.

It showcases works from renowned and emerging artists from India and the world, connecting Rajasthani art, culture, and heritage with national and international recognition.

Chief Secretary Sharma highlighted that the launch of the sculpture park and the “Bikaner House Dialogues on Art, Literature, and Culture” is a unique initiative that provides a platform for young artists to showcase their contemporary works.

It will also allow senior artists to connect with their roots through the recognition of architecture in sculpture parks...

Source : The Print