Correct Answer :   Kochi

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Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying "Parshottam Rupala" will inaugurate the 16th Agricultural Science Congress (ASC) at Hotel Le Meridien, Kochi on 10th October 2023.

Renowned agricultural economists, scientists, policymakers, academicians, farmers and entrepreneurs are set to converge in Kochi for four days from 10th October 2023 to attend the 16th Agricultural Science Congress.

The primary aim of the ASC is to generate a scientific discourse around transforming India’s agri-food systems into sustainable enterprises to facilitate its benefit for generations to come. Organised by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), the Agricultural Science Congress is being held for the first time in Kerala, hosted by the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI).

The Congress will discuss 10 thematic areas, including all issues related to agriculture and allied areas and sustainability issues on land and water, agricultural production systems, products, agricultural machinery, climate action, economics, renewable or alternative energy, precision farming, alternative farming systems, coastal agriculture, next-generation technologies, etc..

Source : DD News

Correct Answer :   9th October

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World Post Day is celebrated each year on 9th October. The event was declared by the 1969 Universal Postal Congress in Tokyo as a means to mark the anniversary of the Universal Postal Union's (UPU) creation in 1874.

Post offices play a crucial role in fostering cohesive, inclusive, connected communities. Presently, over five million postal employees are entrusted with a variety of essential and personal items, from messages, gifts and goods, to money and medicines.


World Post Day 2023 Theme :  Theme for World Post Day 2023 is "Together for Trust: Collaborating for a safe and connected future."

This year's theme urges governments and their postal services to support the development of a digital single postal territory that complements the extensive physical network developed over centuries.

It also extends an invitation to all of us to collaborate with the Universal Postal Union (UPU) to ensure that people everywhere need look no further than their local post office to find access to the digital economy.

World Post Day History :  

The history of post is older than its written history. It is said that the first postal service was organized in the time of Augustus Caesar (62 BCE - 14 CE) in Rome. According to British Postal Museum, the oldest functioning post office is in the High Street in Sanquhar, Scotland. This post office has functioned since 1712 AD.

World Post Day is celebrated to remember the establishment of the Universal Postal Union in 1874 in Switzerland’s capital, Bern. Celebrated across 151 countries, it was first declared World Post Day by the UPU Congress held in Tokyo, Japan in 1969. Since then, countries across the world participate annually in the celebrations. India too acknowledges the date with the beginning of National Postal week, celebrated from October 9 to October 15.


World Post Day Significance :

The purpose of World Post Day is to bring awareness to the Post's role in the everyday lives of people and businesses, as well as its invaluable contribution to global social and economic development.

Postal operators provide some 1.5 billion people worldwide with access to basic financial services (payments, money transfers, and savings).

With a network comprising more than 650,000 offices and 5.3 million staff globally, and a public service mandate from many governments, the Post is unparalleled in its ability to deliver services to anyone, anywhere..

Source : Mint

Correct Answer :   Uttar Pradesh

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has declared the Gangetic Dolphin as the state aquatic animal.

CM Yogi emphasised the need to maintain the purity of ponds and rivers. These dolphins are found in rivers like Ganga, Yamuna, Chambal, Ghaghra, Rapti, and Gerua. The estimated population of Gangetic dolphins in Uttar Pradesh is estimated at around 2000.

Teams of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and Forest Department have been recently counting dolphins with the help of GPS in Garh Ganga at Hapur district of Uttar Pradesh.

Regarding the ongoing dolphin census in Garh Ganga, DFO Sanjay Kumar Mall said, "This is a campaign named Meri Ganga Meri Dolphin 2023 campaign.

Under this, counting of dolphins is being done in river Ganga from near Muzaffarpur Barrage to the entire Narora Barrage. In this, counting is being done through joint action by both WWF and Forest Department teams.

There is a method of counting in it, such that there are two teams, each of which runs at a speed of 10 kilometres per hour, and there is a gap of 10 minutes between them. The entire team from Muzaffarpur to Narora Barrage will see how many dolphins dip in this interval."

"That team watches the dolphin diving and notes down its GPS location, and then another team comes and notes down its GPS location. It shows that if it comes after an interval of 10 minutes then it is the same dolphin, if it does not come then it is another dolphin then the counting is done in the same way," DFO Sanjay Kumar added.

The DFO also said that in the old data, there were 22 dolphins counted in 2015, 30 dolphins in 2016, 32 dolphins in 2017, 33 dolphins in 2018, 35 dolphins in 2019 and 41 dolphins in 2020..

Source : NDTV

Correct Answer :   Ramaswamy N

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General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re) on Wednesday (4th October 2023), announced the appointment of Ramaswamy N as its new Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), effective from October 1, 2023.

This appointment follows the decision by the Ministry of Finance, Government of India.

Ramaswamy, a veteran in the insurance industry, has diverse experience of over three decades at GIC Re.

He began his journey with GIC Re in 1988 as a direct recruit officer. Over the years, he managed a wide spectrum of non-life insurance classes, including Fire, Engineering, Miscellaneous, Motor, Liability, Aviation, Marine, and Agriculture.

Ramaswamy said, "GIC Re has a rich legacy of serving the insurance and reinsurance needs of our nation and beyond. I look forward to working closely with all stakeholders to achieve our vision and contribute to the growth and resilience of the insurance sector."..

Source : CNBC

Correct Answer :   Bengaluru

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Nokia launches first-of-its-kind 6G Lab in India; research areas will include foundational 6G technologies like Network as a Sensor, Network Exposure and Automation.

The 6G Lab is milestone for Nokia in contributing to the ‘Bharat 6G Vision,’ which aims to position India as a key global contributor to the design, development and implementation of 6G technology; the project also highlights Nokia’s commitment to the Indian market.

Nokia’s lab will be a platform for future collaboration for industry and academic stakeholders on 6G and facilitate the testing of new solutions while establishing their potential for commercialization.

Bengaluru, India – Nokia (5 October 2023) announced that it has established a 6G Lab at its Global R&D center in Bangalore, India. The first-of-its-kind project aims to accelerate the development of fundamental technologies and innovative use cases underpinned by 6G technology that will address the future needs of both industry and society. The Lab was inaugurated virtually by the Hon’ble Minister of Railways, Communications, Electronics & IT, Government of India, Mr Ashwini Vaishnaw.

Nokia’s 6G lab supports the Government of India’s ‘Bharat 6G Vision,’ introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, that envisions a key global role for India in the standardization, development, and implementation of 6G technology. The Lab will function as a platform for collaboration for industry stakeholders and facilitate the testing of innovative solutions while establishing their potential for commercialization.

The Lab includes a setup to research ‘Network as a Sensor’ technology that enables the network to sense objects, people and movement without the need for on-board sensors.

In the 6G era, ’Network as a Sensor’ has been identified as a key enabling technology that supports the vision of bringing the digital and physical worlds together. Sensing will be fully integrated into the wireless network and operate simultaneously with communication services.

This has the potential to enable people to see around corners, gather information about their surroundings and even interact with objects at a distance. The Lab will also provide an experimental platform for researching algorithms, privacy, and sustainable system design.

Nokia is a pioneer in 6G work and is engaged in several global projects and regional initiatives with industry peers, customers, academia, and research institutions.

This work aims to form a common view and direction for 6G, including 6G Hexa-X and Hexa-X-II, the first and second phase of the European 6G Flagship. Nokia is also a founding member of the Next G Alliance which is helping to drive the 6G ecosystem in North America and coordinating the German Lighthouse project 6G ANNA..

Source : Nokia

Correct Answer :   October 8th

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World Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day, celebrated annually on October 8th, the Government of India held a half-day event to explore and leverage the boundless possibilities of hydrogen as a source of green and sustainable energy.

The event, organized in New Delhi on October 7, 2023, by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, in association with Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited, brought together hydrogen experts from the industry, academia and government.

On the occasion, the R&D Roadmap for the National Green Hydrogen Mission was unveiled by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy. The roadmap, which provides for a budget of Rs. 400 crores, seeks to provide guidance for developing a vibrant research and development ecosystem which can help commercialize Green Hydrogen and contribute to India’s ambitious climate and energy goals.

It focuses on developing new materials, technologies, and infrastructure to improve the efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of green hydrogen production, storage, and transportation. The R&D program will also prioritize safety and address technical barriers and challenges in developing a hydrogen economy.


“Let us reiterate our commitment to research, development and deployment of hydrogen solutions” :

In a video message, the Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Shri R. K. Singh, said, that World Hydrogen and Cell Day is a day when we celebrate a transformative element in the universe which holds the promise for a brighter and more sustainable future. “Hydrogen is the most abundant element and it has the potential to revolutionize our energy landscape, mitigate climate change, and power our economies with clean energy. On this World Hydrogen Day, let us reiterate our commitment to research, development and deployment of hydrogen solutions. Let us inspire our industries and communities to embrace hydrogen as a key player in the energy transition. Together, we can ensure that hydrogen becomes a cornerstone of a sustainable and prosperous future for our Planet Earth.”

“First priority is mission-mode projects which will yield results in 2–3 years” :

Delivering the keynote speech, renowned scientist and Principal Scientific Advisor to Government of India, Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood opined that green hydrogen is the Swiss knife for decarbonization. Speaking about the R&D Roadmap, the PSA said that the goal in the first phase is to focus on mission mode projects which can yield results in 2 – 3 years. “The R&D budget announced in this Mission is Rs. 400 crores in just 2 – 3 years. If we are able to demonstrate that this R&D can make a difference at the ground level, then I am confident that more will come. Our first priority should be mission-mode projects which will yield results in 2 – 3 years; then, we can address grand challenges which will be rather long-term and also blue sky projects which will take disruptive pathways.”

The PSA underscored the need for augmenting domestic capacity for production of electrolyzers in a very short time scale. He said that this is one goal the SIGHT programme addresses. Prof. Sood emphasized the immediate need for coming out with standards for Type IV cylinders for storing hydrogen. “Our standards are for Type III cylinders. Around the world, it is Type IV cylinders. So India has to come out with standards for Type IV cylinders; with these cylinders, we can triple mileage and filling time is also one tenth or so.”

“Research awarded under R&D Roadmap will allow India to be absolutely at the cutting edge in the field” :

Addressing the stakeholders, New and Renewable Energy Secretary, Shri Bhupinder Singh Bhalla, said that India has entered the green hydrogen space at the right time and that the country is poised to become one of the leaders in the green hydrogen sector. The Secretary said that the R&D Roadmap aims to leverage research to ensure that India is at the cutting edge of the sector in the world. “If you really want to succeed, we need to produce green hydrogen at the least cost, in the best possible way. For this, we want to be the leader in technology as well, at par or ahead of the rest of the world. The R&D Roadmap for National Green Hydrogen Mission aims for all of this. It covers all aspects of production, transportation, storage and safety. We will issue call for proposals based on this roadmap and we will start awarding specific projects under the Mission. The research awarded will allow India to be absolutely on par with the cutting edge in the field.”


Launch of National Single Window System page for Approvals under National Green Hydrogen Mission :

Besides the R&D roadmap, the Green Hydrogen page on The National Single Window System (NSWS) of Government of India was unveiled, which will provide a single window to industry for obtaining all approvals related to projects under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The page can be accessed here: https://www.nsws.gov.in/portal/scheme/greenhydrogenpolicy..

Source : PIB

Correct Answer :   8th October

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Indian Airforce Day Will be celebrated every year on 8 October. Officially the Indian Air Force was established on 8 October, 1932. On the location of this day every year the Air Force Day is celebrated.

This year (2023) the 91st anniversary of Indian Air Force Day will be celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour at various air stations all over the country. Let us know more about Air Force day 2023.

The Indian Air Force which is also the fourth largest airforce in all over the world after the United States, China and Russia. Indian Air Force Day is celebrated every year on eight October and this year marks its 91st anniversary of this day. Last year the parade and the AirPower was shown in the air base in Ghaziabad.

The theme of 2023 is  'IAF - Airpower Beyond Boundaries'.

91st Air Force Day : 

The 91st Air Force Day will be celebrated in the holiest place of the Hindu religion in Prayagraj. On the location of Air Force day the Indian Air Force would be flying its aircraft in the Sugreev, luv- Kush and Bharat formation along with others. On the 91st Air Force day There will be a total number of 120 aircraft taking part.


Air Force Day 2023 Significance : 

The Indian Air Force was officially established on 8 October 1932 and this is why the day is celebrated every year as an anniversary of the Indian Air Force. Air force bases in India hold parades and air shows to mark the holiday. The Indian Air Force is also known as Bharathiya Vayu Sena and is the air arm of the Indian defence. The day is celebrated for the inception of Indian airports in India to aid The army that is fighting on the land.

Indian Airforce Day 2023 History :

As we have already told you, the establishment of the Indian Air Force was officially established on 8 October 1932 and the first AC flight came into being on 1 April 1933. The day is officially started as the anniversary in order to increase the awareness of the Indian Air Force in any organisation. The Indian defence system is respected by all the citizens and the day is celebrated in the air force bases all across the nation with air shows and parades conducted by the Indian Air Force cadets.


Indian Air Force Day 2023 Motto :

The Air Force day 2023 Motto is Nabham Sparsham Deeptham which means touch the sky with glory. According to some data, the Indian Air Force employs over 1400 aircraft and 1,70,000 personnel. The Indian Air Force has been engaged in four wars with Pakistan and one with the People’s Republic of China after the independence of India. So this is all about Airforce Day 2023..

Source : Northmcd

Correct Answer :   Arjun Munda

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Shri Arjun Munda inaugurated the Aadi Mahotsav - the National Tribal Festival - at Jamshedpur, Jharkhand on 7th Oct 2023. The mega event is being organized by the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India Limited (TRIFED), Ministry of Tribal Affairs, from 7th – 16th October 2023.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Munda said that the Aadi Mahotsav is a major platform to take the tribal culture, traditions and art of our country to the national and international markets. He appreciated the live demonstrations by women tribal artisans making their artefacts. The Minister expressed gratitude towards the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for his vision of popularising tribal products by presenting them to visiting dignitaries during the G20 Summit.

Shri Munda called the Aadi Mahotsav as a celebration of the contribution of our tribal ancestors, the culture of various unique tribal communities, their lifestyle and the tribals themselves. The festival provides an opportunity to meet the artisans, learn about their way of life and get acquainted with the tribal culture and traditions. This Aadi Mahotsav completes the feeling of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’, the Minister added.

Aadi Mahotsav, an annual celebration of tribal entrepreneurship, craft, culture, cuisine, and commerce, serves as a vital platform to display the rich and diverse heritage of tribes from across the nation. This year the festival will highlight the talents of 336 tribal artisans and artists, including Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) and Van Dhan Vikas Kendra (VDVK) beneficiaries.

This event will feature 30 artisans’ stalls, around 11 VDVKs’ stalls and 5 cuisine stalls from Jharkhand. The event will successfully demonstrate 68 artisans’ stalls from other states including 15 cuisine stalls. It shall be live demonstrations showcasing exquisite talent across various categories namely textiles, painting, jewellery, metal, cane & bamboo & cuisine.

Dignitaries present during the event included Shri Bidyut Baran Mahato, Member of Parliament, Shri Chanakya Chaudhury, Vice President (Corp. Affairs), Tata Steel, Ms. Geetanjali Gupta, MD, TRIFED, among others..

Source : PIB

Correct Answer :   Delhi

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Air India, one of India’s leading airlines, announced on Friday (6th Oct 2023) the inauguration of its state-of-the-art mega warehouse facility in Delhi.

This facility, spanning an impressive 54,000 square feet and strategically located near Terminal 3 at Delhi Airport’s cargo complex, marks a significant milestone in the airline’s commitment to enhancing aircraft maintenance operations.


Enhancing Aircraft Maintenance Efficiency :

The primary goal of this mega warehouse facility is to streamline and optimize the maintenance and service operations of Air India’s extensive fleet, including Air India Express and AIX Connect aircraft. By consolidating the storage of over 1,000,000 engineering spares, tools, and ground support equipment, this facility aims to significantly improve the turnaround time of flights operating out of Delhi.

Comprehensive Storage Solution :

Air India’s mega warehouse will serve as a one-stop solution for storing a wide range of aircraft spares, tools, and ground support equipment. This extensive inventory will cover everything from basic hardware to highly sophisticated and complex components such as avionics, hydraulics, structural elements, pneumatic systems, and mechanical parts. This comprehensive approach ensures that Air India has quick access to the essential resources required for aircraft maintenance, which is essential for maintaining punctuality and operational efficiency.


Strengthening India’s Aviation Ecosystem :

Campbell Wilson, the CEO and Managing Director of Air India, expressed his enthusiasm for this new facility, stating that it not only benefits Air India but also contributes to strengthening India’s aviation ecosystem. With better control over aircraft spares and a more proximate location, the airline can promptly address engineering requirements, ultimately leading to improved punctuality of flights.


Integration and Centralization :

This mega warehouse represents a significant step in consolidating Air India’s engineering resources. It effectively integrates 16 subscale and scattered locations across Delhi and Mumbai into a centralized, state-of-the-art facility. Functioning as a hub and feeder network for operations throughout India, this centralized approach ensures better control over inventory and enables the airline to streamline its functions efficiently.

Swift Material Movement :

Located in close proximity to Air India’s aircraft hangars at Terminal 3 of the Indira Gandhi International Airport, this warehouse facilitates swift material movement. This quick access to spares and equipment is critical for addressing technical issues promptly, ensuring that aircraft can be maintained and ready for their scheduled flights.


Revolutionizing Aircraft Maintenance :

Air India’s newly commissioned mega warehouse facility in Delhi is a significant step forward for the airline and the Indian aviation industry as a whole. With its centralization, comprehensive inventory, and strategic location, this facility promises to enhance the efficiency and reliability of aircraft maintenance operations..

Source : CNBC

Correct Answer :   Saudi Arabia

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Airports serve as bustling gateways to the skies, facilitating global travel for countless individuals. Many of these airports are massive, capable of accomodating a significant number of travelers and aircraft.

These expansive terminals often boasts impressive faciliates, ranging from bookshops and dining establishments to luxurious lounges and play areas for children. Visiting these airports can be an exhilarating experience, albeit occassionally bewildering, as navagating through various levels, sections adn check-in locations can be a bit challenging. In this article, we will explore the largest airports in the world and delve into some fascinating tidbits about them.

Largest Airport in the World :  The largest airport in the world is the king Fahd International Airport, located in Dammam, Saudi Arabia which covers an area of about 300 sq. miles.

Here is the list of Top 10 largest airports of the world :