India’s young chess player Arjun Erigaisi has become India’s top ranked chess player.
With a benchmark rating of 2756, Erigassey is ranked ninth in the world.
In this matter, he has left behind five-time world champion Vishwanathan Anand. After 21-year-old Arjun, the second Indian ranked in the FIDE rankings is Vishwanathan Anand.
6. Who won the National Kho Kho Championship 2023-24 Men’s Title? – Maharashtra
The quota for the Paris 2024 Olympics has been secured after finishing third in Group B at the IWF World Cup 2024 held in Phuket, Thailand
As per rules, weightlifters must compete in the 2023 World Weightlifting Championships and the 2024 World Cup to earn their quota places at the Paris Summer Olympic Games.
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8. Which has become India’s largest port in terms of cargo volume? – Paradip Port
The state-owned Paradip Port in Odisha is set to become India’s largest major port in terms of cargo volume with a cargo throughput of 145.38 million tonnes in FY24.
In this matter, the port has left behind Deendayal Port Authority in Gujarat.
Awards & Honours
9. Which Maharatna company of India won the SKOCH Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Award 2024 in the renewable energy financing category? – Rural Electrification Corporation (REC)
Maharatna Company Rural Electrification Corporation won the SKOCH Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Award 2024 in the renewable energy financing category.
This award has been given for sustainable financing, bringing change in the use of renewable energy.
Important Days & Weeks
10. What is the theme of World Autism Awareness Day 2024? – Empowering Autistic Voices
World Autism Awareness Day, observed annually on April 2nd, advocates for improving the lives of individuals with autism and promoting their human rights.
Established by a UN resolution in 2007, the day raises public awareness and encourages inclusive actions.
The 2024 theme, “Empowering Autistic Voices,” emphasizes amplifying the voices of those with autism.
Its goal is to ensure they enjoy dignity, participation, and rights on par with others in society.
State Current Affairs
11. The famous Bhojshala and Kamal Maula Masjid complex are located in which state? – Madhya Pradesh
The Supreme Court today refused to stay the scientific survey of the disputed Bhojshala and Kamal Moula mosque complex in Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh.
Bhojshala is an 11th-century monument protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
Hindus consider it a temple dedicated to Vagdevi (Goddess Saraswati), while Muslims consider it as Kamal Moula mosque.
