The Indian Navy’s INS Sumitra, a Saryu-class patrol vessel, rescued hijacked fishermen off Somalia’s east coast.
Commissioned in 2014, it’s the last vessel of its class, constructed by Goa Shipyard.
Based in Chennai under the Eastern Naval Command, its primary roles include EEZ surveillance, anti-piracypatrols, fleet support, maritime security, and escort operations.
4. Ratle Hydro Electric Project, recently seen in the news, is built on which river? – Chenab River
The government has announced the diversion of Chenab river water through tunnels to accelerate the 850-MW Ratle Hydro Electric Project in Jammu & Kashmir.
The project, located in the Kishtwar District, is a run-of-river hydroelectric power initiative on the Chenab River.
State Current Affairs
5. Which city is set to host the second edition of the prestigious India Energy Week (IEW) in 2024? – Goa
The state of Goa is preparing to host the second edition of the prestigious India Energy Week (IEW) from 6 to 9 February 2024.
The event is being organized by the Federation of Indian Petroleum Industry (FIPI) under the aegis of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India.
6. Which airport was recently declared as an International Airport by the Government of India? – Surat airport, Gujarat
Karnataka faces human-sloth bear conflicts, posing concerns for communities and wildlife enthusiasts.
Scientifically known as Melursus ursinus, sloth bears, one of eight global bear species, are myrmecophagous, favoring bugs and termites.
Inhabiting dry and moist forests, as well as grasslands in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and potentially Bhutan, they sport long, shaggy dark fur and curved claws. It is classified as “Vulnerable” by IUCN.
Science & Technology
9. Which one of the following is a primary source of Mitochondrial coxiella effector F (MceF) protein? – Bacteria
Researchers have unveiled mitochondrial coxiella effector F (MceF), an antioxidant protein produced by the Gram-negative intracellular bacterium Coxiella burnetii.
MceF supports human cell health despite a heavy bacterial load.
International Affairs
Reports & Indices
10. What is the IMF’s estimated forecast for India’s GDP growth in the current financial year? – 6.7 percent
On January 30, 2024, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, and the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brig. (Dr.) B.D. Mishra (Retd), launched the logo and mascot for the Khelo India Winter Games 2024.
13. Which pair won India’s first gold medal at the ISSF Shooting World Cup 2024 in Cairo? – Rhythm Sangwan and Ujjwal Malik
They emerged victorious in the 10m air pistol mixed team event, defeating the Armenian pair of Elmira Karapetyan and Benik Khlghatyan with a score of 17-7.
14. Which state secured the top position in the medal tally at the Khelo India Youth Games 2023 in Chennai? – Maharashtra
