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1. Which state had the most heat-related fatalities up until the end of June, according to data from the Health Ministry?
According to a Health Ministry statement in the Lok Sabha, Kerala had the greatest number of heat-related deaths nationwide—120—up until the end of June. Due to heatwaves, 35 ReadMore people died in Gujarat. Telangana comes next with 20. Less

2. Which Union Ministry has established a working committee to decriminalize legislation to further advance business ease?
A working group to decriminalize legislation has been established by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to increase the facilitation of conducting business. The panel included ReadMore members from business chambers, trade associations, lawyers, and representatives from seven ministries. Representatives from the National Housing Bank, NABARD, and CPCB would also be present. Less

3. Which state or UT recorded the highest number of rabies-related fatalities nationwide in 2022?
According to data provided this week in the Lok Sabha by the Health Ministry, Delhi experienced the greatest number of rabies-related fatalities nationwide in 2022. West Bengal ha ReadMore d 38 fatalities, followed by Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra with 29 apiece, while Delhi recorded 48 fatalities. Less

4. Which nation extended Pakistan's loan of USD 2.4 billion for further two years?
A two-year rollover on a USD 2.4 billion loan from China has been given to Pakistan. Pakistan, which is experiencing a serious Balance of Payments problem, should benefit from thi ReadMore s action. Its present reserves hardly pay for import expenses for two months. Less

5. The 'ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) initiative' was started by which Union Ministry?
The ULLAS: Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram logo, tagline "Jan Jan Sakshar," and mobile application were unveiled by the Union Ministry of Education. By developing a learning ecosys ReadMore tem that offers fundamental education, digital and financial literacy, and essential life skills to those aged 15 and older who were unable to attend school, the ULLAS program seeks to change education and literacy across the country. Less

6. Memories Never Die, a book, was published as an homage to?
'Memories Never Die,' a book honoring former president Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, was released by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. During his two-day tour to Tamil Nadu's Ramanathapuram d ReadMore istrict, the Minister unveiled the book. Dr. Y. S. Rajan and scientist Dr. APJM Nasima Maraikayar wrote the book together. Less

7. Who won the men's singles championship at the 2023 Japan Open in badminton?
After defeating Indonesian Jonatan Christie in the Japan Open championship match, World No. 1 Viktor Axelsen of Denmark claimed victory. An Se-Young of South Korea, the second-ran ReadMore ked player in the world, defeated He Bing Jiao of China to win the women's singles competition. Akane Yamaguchi, the current world champion from Japan, was also displaced by her in order to claim the top spot. Less

8. Which crop just saw the launch of BARI Chinabadam-12, a new variety?
BARI Chinabadam-12 (ICGV 07219), an enhanced groundnut variety, was released in Bangladesh by the Hyderabad-based International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics ( ReadMore ICRISAT) and Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI). Following the rains, the cultivar is ready for cultivation in the future season. It matures four days earlier than its cousin and is resistant to foliar fungal infections. Less

9. Which state is the location of the town of Benisagar, which has recently made the news?
Excavations have been announced by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in the village of Benisagar, which is located in the West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. Numerous item ReadMore s discovered during the excavation show continuous human settlement from the fifth century A.D. through the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries A.D. The ASI has named Benisagar as one of the top 100 important archaeological monuments in the nation. Less

10. What organization is related to the "MPOWER Measures" that have been reported on?
According to a recent World Health Organization (WHO) report, over the previous 15 years, 71% of the world's population, or around 5.6 billion people, have gained protection from a ReadMore t least one of the measures, which is a fivefold increase from 2007. The MPOWER initiatives of the WHO are designed to monitor tobacco use and prevention policies, safeguard individuals from cigarette smoke, support smokers in quitting, boost taxes on tobacco products, and improve public awareness of the risks associated with tobacco use. Less

11. 'Water Tourism and Adventure Sports Policy, 2023' has been adopted by which state/UT?
The Uttar Pradesh Water Tourism and Adventure Sports Policy, 2023, has been adopted by the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet. The initiative, which will take effect ten years from the date th ReadMore e state government announces it, aspires to turn the state into a water tourism and adventure sports centre. Less

12. What is the Union Agricultural Ministry's newly launched DCS?
The government has launched a trial program called Digital Crop Survey (DCS) in 12 states beginning with the Kharif season of 2023 to improve the gathering of sowing data. The DCS ReadMore reference application employs GPS and GIS technology in order to guarantee accurate crop area assessment and provide farmers with assistance. It was developed as a freely accessible, open-source, and interoperable tool that complies with open standards. Less

13. Which city has been proposed for inclusion on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites in Danger?
The Italian government has been urged to step up efforts to protect the historic city and its lagoon by UNESCO, which has proposed adding Venice to its list of world treasures in r ReadMore isk. The suggestion emphasizes the worries about potentially "irreversible" harm brought on by elements like climate change and excessive tourism. Less

14. Which nations are taking part in the military exercise "FALCON Shield-2023"?
The first combined air force exercise between China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), dubbed FALCON Shield-2023, will take place in Xinjiang, China, in August. The training aims ReadMore to promote mutual understanding and trust while enhancing practical exchanges and collaboration between the two air forces. Less

15. Which month is National Moth Week observed?
National Moth Week is observed from July 22 through July 28 around the nation. It invites both scientists and non-scientists to take part in moth surveys. Students from Udhagamand ReadMore alam observed a total of 26 species of moths throughout National Moth Week in the Nilgiris. Over the years, 146 different moths have been discovered in the Nilgiris. Less

16. Which state reported the highest number of missing females between 2019 and 2021, according to data from the Home Ministry?
Between 2019 and 2021, more than 13.13 lakh girls and women went missing nationwide, with Madhya Pradesh reporting the largest number of cases—nearly two lakh—followed by West ReadMore Bengal. The statistics, which was provided by the Union Ministry of Home Ministry (MHA), showed that between 2019 and 2021, 10,61,648 women over the age of 18 and 2,51,430 girls under that age went missing nationwide. The National Crime Records Bureau gathered the information. Less

17. How many income tax returns were submitted in India for the tax years 2023–2024?
The Income-tax Department said that there has been an increase in the number of Income-tax Returns (ITRs) filed, setting a new record. ITRs for AY 2023–24 totaled more than 6.77 ReadMore crore as of July 31st, 2023, which is 16.1% more than ITRs for AY 2022–23 (5.83 crore) as of the same date. On July 31, 2023, more than 64.33 lakh ITRs were submitted in a single day. Less

18. What organization forbade intermediaries from conducting annuity business?
When NPS subscribers retire or leave the NPS, the pension regulator PFRDA forbids Annuity Service Providers (ASPs) from using any agency or intermediary to source their annuities b ReadMore usiness. According to the official sources, ASPs may only grant annuities under the National Pension System (NPS) through direct channels. Less

19. Which state signed a 1,600 crore deal with a Foxconn affiliate to establish a manufacturing facility for electronic components?
A letter of intent was signed between the Tamil Nadu government and the Taiwanese company Foxconn Technology Group to invest Rs. 1,600 crore to build a manufacturing facility in th ReadMore e Kancheepuram district. Foxconn is a significant supplier to Apple Inc. In the presence of Foxconn Chairman Young Liu and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, the letter of intent was signed. The complex might have 6,000 workers on staff. Less

20. What is the GST collection for July 2023 in India?
In July 2023, India's gross GST (Goods and Services Tax) revenues surpassed 1.65 lakh crore, reaching a three-month high. The GST collection for July was 2.2% greater than it was f ReadMore or the prior month. The increase in collections, however, was the smallest since July 2021 when compared to the same month's revenues (10.8%). Less

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