1. Who collaborated with the Food Safety Department, Delhi, to launch an extensive awareness program on food safety in major markets of the national capital? – FSSAI
2. What is the latest initiative launched by NTPC aimed at fostering gender equality and empowerment among young girls? – Girl Empowerment Mission
International Affairs
3. C-Dome air defence system, recently seen in news, is developed by which country? – Israel
Israel deployed its ship-mounted defense system, C-Dome, for the first time.
C-Dome, a naval adaptation of the Iron Dome, protects against rocket and missile threats.
Utilizing radar detection and interceptors, it boasts high effectiveness. Mounted on Sa’ar 6-class corvettes, it integrates with ship radar for enhanced target detection.
Operational since November 2022, C-Dome ensures comprehensive maritime defense against modern threats, showcasing Israel’s advanced military technology.
Economic Affairs
4. According to the Hurun Global Unicorn Index-2024, what is India’s rank in terms of unicorns? – Third
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar inaugurated the Naval Pier and Residential Complex at Naval Base, Karwar, Karnataka as part of ‘Project Seabird Phase-IIA’.
Important Days & Weeks
9. When is National Safe Motherhood Day observed? – 11 April
10. In which month is Gangaur festival celebrated? – Chaitra
