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Daily Current Affairs 19 May 2024

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1.Recently, which two countries have signed an agreement to jointly develop interceptors for hypersonic missiles?

[A] United States and Japan
[B] China and Russia
[C] India and Japan
[D] Russia and India

Correct Answer: A [United States and Japan]

Notes:
Japan and the U.S. signed a contract to develop interceptors for hypersonic missiles by the 2030s, costing over $3 billion. Announced in August, the plan addresses the rapid advancements in missile technology around Japan. Japan allocated ¥75 billion ($480 million) for 2024 development. Hypersonic missiles’ speed and irregular trajectories make them difficult to intercept. Japan’s defense budget increased amid rising tensions with China and North Korea.

2.Recently, world’s highest competition pool has been opened in which country?

[A] Nepal
[B] Myanmar
[C] Bhutan
[D] Bangladesh

Correct Answer: C [Bhutan]

Notes:
The World Aquatics and the Bhutan Aquatics Federation collaborated to open Bhutan’s inaugural competition swimming pool in Thimphu. This swimming pool, situated at an altitude of 8200 feet, holds the distinction of being the highest swimming pool in the world. The Pools for All Programme was introduced in 2019 with the objective of offering exceptional aquatic facilities worldwide and encouraging participation in aquatic sports. The introduction of this new swimming pool is a significant achievement for the advancement of aquatic sports in Bhutan.

3.What is the theme of ‘World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2024’?

[A] Digital technologies for Older Persons and Healthy Ageing
[B] Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development
[C] Accelerating digital transformation in challenging times
[D] Connect 2030: ICTs for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Correct Answer: B [Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development]

Notes:
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day is a yearly event held on May 17th to promote the utilization of information and communication technology (ICT) and the Internet in societies. The main objective of this day is to bridge the digital divide, which refers to the gap between those who have access to ICT and the Internet and those who do not. Additionally, this day serves as an opportunity to address the challenges and opportunities that arise from the advancements in ICT and the Internet.

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), an agency of the United Nations, is responsible for organizing this event. Each year, the ITU selects a theme that reflects the current trends and priorities in the field of ICT and the Internet. The theme for the year 2024 is “Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development.”

Sustainable development, according to the 1987 Brundtland Commission report, refers to meeting the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. In the context of World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, digital innovation is seen as a key driver for achieving sustainable development goals.

4.Recently, where was the third session of the India-Zimbabwe Joint Trade Committee (JTC) held?

[A] New Delhi
[B] Chennai
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Bengaluru

Correct Answer: A [New Delhi]

Notes:
The Third Session of the India-Zimbabwe Joint Trade Committee was held in New Delhi from May 13-14, 2024. Co-chaired by India’s Priya P. Nair and Zimbabwe’s Rudo M. Faranisi, the session focused on enhancing bilateral trade, investment, and cooperation in various sectors such as healthcare, renewable energy, and digital economy. Both sides agreed to explore MoUs for regulatory cooperation and to strengthen ties between investment promotion agencies and chambers of commerce.

5.Recently, where was the 12th India-Mongolia Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting on defence held?

[A] Darkhan
[B] Bengaluru
[C] Ulaanbaatar
[D] New Delhi

Correct Answer: C [Ulaanbaatar]

Notes:
As part of their yearly gatherings, the defense ministers of Mongolia and India convened for their 12th Joint Working Group (JWG) on May 16–17, 2024, in Ulaanbaatar. Brigadier General Gankhuyag Davagdorj headed the delegation from Mongolia, while Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary of Defence, led the mission from India. The capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces, bilateral cooperation, and possible partnerships in the defense industrial sector were all discussed. Both parties expressed gratitude for the continued cooperation and promised to improve it even more.

6. Which country is the launch site for the NASA PREFIRE polar mission?
A) Australia  
B) New Zealand 
C) Canada  
D) United States  

Correct Answer: B [New Zealand ]

Notes:
🚀 A NASA PREFIRE polar mission is set to launch from New Zealand on May 22.
🌍 The mission aims to reveal the full spectrum of heat loss from Earth's polar regions.
🌡️ By making climate models more accurate, the data from PREFIRE will improve predictions of climate change and sea level rise.
❄️ The mission will provide new insights into how Earth's atmosphere and ice influence heat radiation from the Arctic and Antarctic.
🛰️ The twin satellites will measure the poles about six hours apart.
📊 The mission will address knowledge gaps and provide valuable data for climate research.
📡 The satellites, about the size of a shoebox, will be launched aboard an Electron launch vehicle.

7.Who collaborated with the central government to block more than 1,000 Skype IDs used for online intimidation, blackmail, and extortion.
A) Apple  
B) Microsoft 
C) Facebook  
D) Google  

Correct Answer: B [Microsoft]

Notes:
Following increasing reports of “digital arrests” by cybercriminals the central government has collaborated with Microsoft to block more than 1,000 Skype IDs used for online intimidation, blackmail, and extortion.