Current Affairs: 16th JANUARY 2023
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1)In January 2023, which state entered the Guinness Book of World Records by taking 4,500 penalty kicks in 12 hours?
A. Kerala
B. Gujarat
C. Punjab
D. Karnataka
Solution:
The correct answer is Kerala.
In News
- Kerala entered in January 2023 the Guinness Book of World Records by taking 4,500 penalty kicks in 12 hours.
Key Points
- The Department of Sports & Youth Affairs organized the event to set the Guinness record for a Dream Goal penalty shootout organized in Manjeri, Kerala.
- Former Indian player U. Sharafali took the inaugural kick.
- Minister for Sports V. Abdurahiman took the last penalty kick of the record.
Additional Information
Kerala:
- Chief Minister – Pinarayi Vijayan
- Governor – Arif Mohammad Khan
- State Animal – Indian elephant.
- State Bird – Great hornbill.
- National Park: Anamudi Shola National Park, Eravikulam National Park,
Mathikettan Shola National Park, Pambadum Shola National Park, Periyar National Park 1982, Silent Valley National Park. - Dams: Idukki Dam (Periyar river), Mullaperiyar masonry gravity dam (Periyar rive), Pazhassi Dam or Kulur Barrage (Valapattanam river).
- Registered GI: Aranmula Kannadi, Palakkadan Matta Rice, Balaramapuram Saris and Fine Cotton Fabrics
2)Which of the following has notified comprehensive regulatory standards for Basmati Rice for the first time in January 2023?
A. FCI
B. BIS
C. NABARD
D. FSSAI
Solution:
The correct answer is FSSAI.
In News
- Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has notified comprehensive regulatory standards for Basmati Rice for the first time in January 2023.
Key Points
- As per these standards, Basmati rice shall possess the natural fragrance characteristics of basmati rice and be free from artificial colouring.
- Basmati rice is a premium variety of rice cultivated in the Himalayan foothills of the Indian sub-continent.
- These standards will be enforced from the 1st of August 2023.
- The standards are aimed at establishing fair practices in the trade of Basmati rice and protect consumer interest, both domestically and globally.
- These standards also specify various identity and quality parameters for basmati rice such as the average size of grains, maximum limits of moisture, uric acid, and damaged grains.
- Basmati is a widely consumed variety of rice both domestically and globally and India accounts for two-thirds of its global supply.
Additional Information
FSSAI:
- Headquarters – New Delhi.
- Founded – September 2008.
- Established under – Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India.
3)Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited (CMPDIL) invented a “System and Method for Controlling Generation and Movement of Fugitive Dust ” in January 2023. Where is CMPDIL located?
A. Ranchi
B. Kolkata
C. Jaipur
D. Agra
Solution:
The correct answer is Ranchi.
In News
- Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited (CMPDIL), Ranchi invented a “System and Method for Controlling Generation and Movement of Fugitive Dust ” in January 2023.
Key Points
- This system can be used in mines, power plants, railway sidings, or other
mineral materials stored under the open sky. - Apart from reducing dust generation from open sources, it will also provide noise attenuation.
- Coal/Lignite PSUs under the Ministry of Coal consistently strive to produce quality coal in an environmentally responsible manner to meet the country’s energy needs.
- To prevent or mitigate air pollution caused by coal mining and allied activities, coal/lignite PSUs are adopting various measure.
- Fugitive dust is a form of particulate matter that contributes to air pollution that is generated from various sources which are exposed to air and not discharged into the atmosphere through a confined flow stream.
4)Sharad Yadav passed away at the age of 75 on 12 January 2023. He was related to which of the following fields?
A. Acting
B. Politics
C. Law
D. Cricket
Solution:
The correct answer is Politics.
In News
- Former Union Minister and Janata Dal (RJD) leader Sharad Yadav passed away at the age of 75 on 12 January 2023.
Key Points
- He was then elected from Uttar Pradesh’s Badaun parliamentary seat in 1989.
- He also served as the Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Consumer Affairs, and food from 1999-2004.
- He was also elected from Bihar’s Madhepura Lok Sabha constituency in 1991, 1996, 1999, and 2009.
Additional Information
Recent Obituaries:
- England’s 1966 World Cup-winning right back George Cohen died aged 83 on 23 December 2022.
- H. R. Keshava Murthy, a senior Gamaka exponent who was honoured with Padma Shri earlier in 2022, passed away.
- Legendary Telugu actor Kaikala Satyanarayana passed away in December 2022.
- Priya Mohan Sinha, former chief executive of PepsiCo India who first ‘Indianised’ colas in India, passed away in December 2022.
- Lance Naik Bhairon Singh Rathore, a BSF veteran and hero of the 1971 India Pakistan War, passed away in Jodhpur at the age of 81 on 20 December 2022.
- Abigail Kinoiki Kekaulike Kawananakoa, a Hawaiian princess passed away at the age of 96 in Honolulu, Hawaii.
- Renowned Lavani singer Sulochana Chavan passed away on 10 December 2022.
5) Constantine passed away in January 2023. He was the former King of which country?
A. France
B. Greece
C. Austria
D. Cyprus
Solution:
The correct answer is Greece.
In News
- Constantine II, the former and last King of Greece who ruled Greece until 1974 passed away in Athens, Greece in January 2023.
Key Points
- He was born on 2nd June 1940 in Psikhikó near Athens, Greece.
At the 1960 Rome Olympics, he participated in sailing and won a gold medal in the Dragon class. - He was elected as a member of the International Olympic Committee and became an IOC Member in 1963.
Additional Information
Recent Obituaries:
- Dr Tehemton E. Udwadia, an Indian Surgeon and Gastroenterologist, who was known as the ‘father of laparoscopic surgery in India’ passed away on 8 Jan’23.
- Renowned poet and Kashmir’s first Jnanpith awardee Professor Rehman Rahi passed away on 9 January 2023 Gianluca Vialli, the former Italy and Chelsea striker, has died aged 58.
- Former governor of Bengal and Bihar Keshari Nath Tripathi passed away on 8 January 2023.
- Walter Cunningham, the last surviving astronaut from the first successful crewed space mission in NASA’s Apollo program, died at the age of 90 on 3 January 2023.
- Noted Rabindra Sangeet exponent Sumitra Sen passed away in January 2023.
6)Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, released his memoir titled “Spare” in January 2023. The book was written with the assistance of whom?
A. Daniel Ranieri
B. William Monahan
C. Rod Lurie
D. J. R. Moehringer.
Solution:
The correct answer is J. R. Moehringer.
In News
- Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, a member of the British royal family, released his memoir titled “Spare” in January 2023.
Key Points
- The book was written with the assistance of American novelist J. R. Moehringer.
- The book is published by Transworld Publishers Ltd, a division of Penguin Random House.
- He announced that his memoir will be used to support British charities.
Additional Information
7)Which country announced adopting Punjabi as the newest language for its school students in January 2022?
A. Malaysia
B. Australia
C. New Zealand
D. Indonesia
Solution:
The correct answer is Australia.
In News
- The Australian government announced adopting Punjabi as the newest language for its school students in January 2022.
Key Points
- It was announced after a 2021 census showed that it was the fastest-growing language in Australia with more than 239,000 people using it at home, an increase of over 80 per cent from 2016.
- Tamil, Hindi, and Korean languages were already added to the curriculum in 2021.
Additional Information
Australia:
- Capital – Canberra
- Currency – Australian dollar
- Prime minister – Anthony Albanese
- National Sport – Australian Rules football
8) The 28th edition of Saarang, India’s largest student-run festival began at which of the following IITs on 11th January 2023?
A. IIT Madras
B. IIT Bombay
C. IIT Delhi
D. IIT Kanpur
Solution:
The correct answer is IIT Madras.
In News
- The 28th edition of Saarang, India’s largest student-run festival began at IIT Madras on 11th January 2023.
Key Points
- Saarang 2023 will feature more than 100 events with participation from 500 colleges across the country.
- The Saarang 2023 is one of the largest student-run festivals held completely in physical mode.
- The fest will be held till 15th January 2023.
- Saarang 2023 is expected to attract a footfall of over 80,000.
- The theme for Saarang 2023 is ‘Mystic Hues’ which celebrates how intertwined colours are with culture and traditions.
- Three new verticals are being introduced this year- Nova presents, Media Confluence, Comicals and The Korean Fest, celebrating the fields of Journalism, Comic books and characters and Korean culture, respectively.
9)Hockey India has launched a new metaverse product ‘Hockeyverse’ for live broadcasting of the Men’s World Cup in ________ from January 13-29, 2023.
A. Sambalpur and Cuttack
B. Sambalpur and Rourkela
C. Bhubaneswar and Cuttack
D. Bhubaneswar and Rourkela
Solution:
The correct answer is Bhubaneswar and Rourkela.
In News
- Hockey India has launched a new metaverse product ‘Hockeyverse‘ for live broadcasting of the Men’s World Cup in Bhubaneswar and Rourkela from January 13-29, 2023.
Key Points
- ‘Hockeyverse’ is designed to enhance the tournament experience for fans around the world.
- It features a replica of the newly built Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium and The Time Machine, based on time travel elements.
- ‘Hockeyverse’ will provide a new virtual experience where global hockey fans can visit and experience their favourite sport from the comfort of their home, on their personal computer.
- Fans can then enter their name, email address and then select their virtual Avatar’s gender between male avatar and female avatar.
- Fans can also use the Photo Booth feature where they can take selfies with players.
- There is also The Trophy Room and The Team Room where fans are welcomed by Hockey India’s key players and they can have a glimpse of how their team room would look like.
10)When will Lohri festival be celebrated in 2023?
A. 11 January
B. 12 January
C. 13 January
D. 14 January
Solution:
The correct answer is 14 January.
In News
- Lohri festival will be celebrated on 14 January 2023, a day before Makar Sankranti.
Key Points
- It is observed by the people of Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, and Jammu.
- It marks the end of the winter solstice and the northwards movement of the Sun.
- It commemorates the harvest of the rabi crop.
- On this day, Sikhs hold a fair to remember the martyrdom of Chaali Muktae and perform Sikh Sardas.
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