Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a series of commemorative postage stamps dedicated to the Ram temple in Ayodhya and a book containing stamps from around the world.
With six different designs, these stamps depict the essence of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.
It is noteworthy that the program of consecration of Ram temple in Ayodhya will be completed by PM Modi on January 22.
2.India’s first solar powered boat will be operated in which river – Saryu River (Ayodhya)
Himachal Pradesh State Government has started ‘Apna Vidyalaya: The Himachal School Adoption’ programme.
Under this program, people will be provided an opportunity to adopt government schools, so that they will be able to contribute in improving the field of education.
Under this program, retired teachers, employees, professionals, housewives and other people of the society will also be motivated to join it.
4. Where is Asia’s largest aviation expo, Wings India 2024, being organized – Hyderabad
The state’s strategic efforts included the revamping of its nodal startup agency, StartupTN, in 2021, and budget allocations for the launch of new funds like Tamil Nadu Startup Seed Fund (TANSEED).
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6. In which state of India will the ‘World Economic Forum’ establish a center based on ‘Health Care and Life Sciences’ – Telangana
The World Economic Forum (WEF) is going to set up its Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) focused on healthcare and life sciences in Hyderabad, Telangana.
C4IR Telangana will be an autonomous, non-profit organization and will be the only organization of the World Economic Forum in India.
A cooperation agreement was signed between the Telangana government and WEF at the Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland.
7. Which organization recently issued Japanese Yen Denominated Green Bonds? – REC Limited
Scientists discovered a new phytopathogenic fungus species in Kerala, named ‘Paramyrothecium indicum.’ Most Paramyrothecium are phytopathogens, causing serious plant diseases that impact crop productivity.
Paramyrothecium leaf spots are a type of fungal disease affecting various plants.
Some produce bio-herbicidal metabolites, potentially used for weed control.
Fungi, one of the six biological kingdoms, are eukaryotic organisms with diverse roles, including decomposition, plant diseases, and human skin ailments.
They are crucial in industrial processes like bread and beer making.
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10. Who was appointed as the Chief Staff Officer (Operations) of Eastern Naval Command- Rear Admiral Shantanu Jha
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has selected Sue Redfern as the first female neutral umpire for a bilateral series. She has been named for the upcoming ICC Women’s Championship and T20I matches between Australia and South Africa.
Redfearn has played for England and has experience of officiating in several World Cups.
