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1. Namdapha flying squirrel, that was recently in news, is endemic to which Indian State/UT? – Arunachal Pradesh
- After an absence of 42 years, the Namdapha flying squirrel (Biswamoyopterus biswasi) has been rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh. It is endemic to Arunachal Pradesh.
- Last described in 1981, the species was thought to be extinct or confused with a similar species.
- It is classified as Critically Endangered (CR) by the IUCN and is listed under Schedule II of the Wildlife Protection Act.
- It was one of the 25 “most wanted lost” species targeted by the Global Wildlife Conservation’s “Search for Lost Species” initiative.
2. Recently, which Indian airport received recognition at UNESCO’s 2023 Prix Versailles? – Kempegowda International Airport
- The Terminal 2 (T2) at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru received recognition at UNESCO’s 2023 Prix Versailles.
- T2 earned a special prize for its interiors and was acknowledged as one of the world’s most aesthetically pleasing airports.
- Prix Versailles underscores values such as intelligent sustainability, innovation, reflection of local heritage, ecological efficiency, and social interaction. T2 is aptly named “Terminal in a Garden.”
3. Church of Epiphany, that has recently secured prestigious UNESCO Asia-Pacific Award for Cultural Heritage Conservation, is located in which state? – Haryana
- Three heritage projects from Punjab and Haryana, namely the Rambagh Gate & Ramparts in Amritsar, Pipal Haveli in Gurdaspur, and Church of Epiphany in Gurugram, have secured prestigious spots among the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation.
- While the Rambagh Gate in Amritsar received the Award of Excellence, the Church of Epiphany in Gurugram, Haryana, earned the Award of Merit.
- Additionally, three projects received the Award of Distinction, including the Fanling Golf Course in Hong Kong SAR, China; Dongguan Garden Residences in Yangzhou, China; and Karnikara Mandapam at Kunnamangalam Bhagawati Temple in Kerala, India.
4. As per the India Skills Report 2024, which state is the most preferred state to work? – Kerala
- Wheebox, in collaboration with several entities including the All India Council for Technical Education, Confederation of Indian Industry, and Association of Indian Universities, has unveiled the India Skills Report.
- As indicated by the India Skills Report 2024, employability in India has shown improvement, with 51.25% of evaluated young individuals deemed employable possessing the necessary skills.
- Kerala has emerged as the top choice among states for employment, securing the second position in overall employability within the 18-21 age group, reaffirming its position as a robust talent pool in India.
5. Who won the women’s singles title at the National Badminton Championships 2023? – Anmol Kharb
- Anmol Kharb won the women’s singles title in the National Badminton Championship 2023 held in Guwahati.
- Unseeded Chirag Sen won the men’s singles title by defeating fourth seed Tharun M. Priya Devi Konzengbam and Shruti Mishra won the women’s doubles title.
6. In which state was the intra-district helicopter service inaugurated recently? – Uttar Pradesh
- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the state’s first intra-district helicopter service from Bateshwar in Agra to Govardhan in Mathura.
- The Chief Minister was in Bateshwar to celebrate the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
- Chief Minister Yogi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated various projects costing Rs 10451.43 lakh.
7. Who has Techno Smartphone recently appointed as its brand ambassador? – Deepika Padukone
- Premium global smartphone brand TECNO has appointed Indian superstar Deepika Padukone as its brand ambassador.
- This step has been taken keeping in mind the needs of consumers and to provide innovation.
- Techno Mobile is a Chinese mobile phone manufacturer based in Shenzhen, China.
- It was established in 2006. Techno Mobile operates in more than 70 countries.
8. Which country has decided to withdraw from the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)? – Angola
- The south-western African country Angola has decided to withdraw from the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) with effect from January 1, 2024.
- Angola became a member of OPEC in 2007.
- Earlier, Ecuador in 2020 and Qatar in 2019 had left this organization.
- OPEC, an organization of permanent petroleum exporting countries, was established in Baghdad in 1960. Its headquarters is in Vienna, Austria.
