National News
1. Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate the Banjara Virasat Museum?
Pohardevi, Washim, Maharashtra.
2. How many galleries does the Banjara Virasat Museum have?
13 galleries.
3. What initiatives worth ₹23,300 crore is PM Modi set to launch?
Agricultural and animal husbandry initiatives.
International News
4. Who was appointed as the new Chief Justice of Nepal?
Prakash Man Singh Raut.
5. Who administered the oath of office to the new Chief Justice of Nepal?
President Ramchandra Paudel.
6. After how many years did Singapore host its final horse race?
181 years.
State News
7. Who inaugurated the Jal-Jagar Mahotsav in Chhattisgarh? Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai.
8. Where was the Jal-Jagar Mahotsav held? Ravishankar Reservoir in Gangrel Dam, Dhamtari.
9. Which Chief Minister unveiled the new logo for Mahakumbh 2025?
Yogi Adityanath.
Defence News
10. Where is the MALABAR 2024 naval exercise being hosted? Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
11. Which countries are participating in the MALABAR 2024 exercise? Australia, Japan, and the United States.
12. When will the MALABAR 2024 exercise be conducted? From 8th October to 18th October.
Business News
13. What is the new stake of LIC in Bank of Maharashtra after the QIP? 7.10%.
14. How many equity shares were allotted to LIC through the QIP? 25.96 crore equity shares.
Awards News
15. Who were the recipients of the MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity 2024? Vera Voronova from Kazakhstan and Ysabel Agustina Calderón Carlos from Peru.
Defence News
16. Who will inaugurate DefConnect 4.0 on October 7, 2024? Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
17. Where were the VSHORADS 4th Gen Missile tests conducted? Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan.
Sports News
18. Who unveiled the logo and mascot for the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024? Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
19. What is the name of the mascot for the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024? Gudiya.
Schemes News
20. Who launched the GREEN Meghalaya Plus Scheme? Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma.
Important Days
21. When is World Cotton Day observed? October 7.
22. When is World Habitat Day celebrated? On the first Monday of October.
23. When is World Cerebral Palsy Day observed? October 6.
24. What is the theme for World Cerebral Palsy Day 2024? “#UniquelyCP.”
Daily current affairs 7 October 2024 Description
National News
PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates Banjara Virasat Museum in Maharashtra
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Banjara Virasat Museum in Pohardevi, Washim, Maharashtra. The museum, a four-story structure, celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Banjara community through 13 galleries showcasing its legacy and leaders. Modi also paid floral tributes to Sant Sevalal Maharaj and Sant Ramrao Maharaj and performed rituals at the Jagdamba Temple. He is also launching agricultural and animal husbandry initiatives worth ₹23,300 crore.
International News
Nepal Appoints Prakash Man Singh Raut as Chief Justice
Nepal’s President, Ramchandra Paudel, appointed Prakash Man Singh Raut as the new Chief Justice of the country. The oath of office and secrecy was administered at a special ceremony at Sheetal Niwas, the President’s Office.
End of an Era: Singapore Bids Farewell to Horse Racing After 181 Years
Singapore held its final horse racing event at the Singapore Turf Club, closing a 181-year history. The site will be repurposed for housing developments to accommodate the growing population, which has surpassed six million.
State News
Vishnu Deo Sai: ‘Jal-Jagar’ Initiative Redefines Water Conservation
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated the Jal-Jagar Mahotsav at the Ravishankar Reservoir in Gangrel Dam, Dhamtari. This initiative aims to address groundwater depletion and has gained recognition for its innovative strategies.
Yogi Adityanath Marks Mahakumbh-2025 with Logo Reveal
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath unveiled the new logo for Mahakumbh 2025 at an event. The Kumbh Mela, recognized by UNESCO as an ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity,’ is regarded as the world’s largest peaceful gathering of pilgrims.
Defence News
Visakhapatnam Hosts Malabar 2024 Naval Drill
The MALABAR exercise will commence on October 8 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, and will include participation from Australia, Japan, and the United States. The exercise will feature both Harbour and sea phases and will continue until October 18.
Business News
LIC Increases Stake in Bank of Maharashtra to 7.10% via QIP
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has increased its stake in Bank of Maharashtra from 4.05% to 7.10%. This was achieved through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) involving the allotment of 25.96 crore equity shares at ₹57.36 each.
Awards News
MIDORI Prize 2024 Recognizes Conservation Leaders from Kazakhstan and Peru
Vera Voronova from Kazakhstan and Ysabel Agustina Calderón Carlos from Peru were awarded the MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity 2024 for their contributions to biodiversity conservation and sustainability. Voronova has led efforts to restore ecosystems and protect endangered species in Central Asia, while Calderón Carlos has been recognized for her work in preventing the decline of pollinators through community development and ecosystem restoration.
Defence News
DefConnect 4.0: A Step Towards Indigenous Defence Innovation
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate DefConnect 4.0 on October 7, 2024, to advance indigenous defence innovation. Organized by Innovations for Defence Excellence – Defence Innovation Organisation (iDEX-DIO), the event aims to promote collaboration and innovation in the defence sector.
VSHORADS 4th Gen Missile Tested by DRDO
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three flight tests of the advanced fourth-generation Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan on October 3-4.
Sports News
Nitish Kumar Unveils Logo, and Mascot for Upcoming Women’s Asian Champions Trophy
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar unveiled the logo and mascot for the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024. The tournament will be held in Rajgir from November 11 to 20, featuring the mascot named ‘Gudiya,’ inspired by Bihar’s state bird, the sparrow.
Schemes News
GREEN Meghalaya Plus Scheme Unveiled by CM in Tura
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma launched the GREEN Meghalaya Plus Scheme to promote forest conservation and enhancement.
Important Days
World Cotton Day 2024
World Cotton Day was celebrated on October 7, 2024, highlighting the global importance of cotton in various industries.
World Habitat Day 2024
World Habitat Day was observed on the first Monday of October, emphasizing the right to housing for everyone.
World Cerebral Palsy Day 2024
World Cerebral Palsy Day was marked on October 6, 2024, to raise awareness and advocate for individuals with cerebral palsy, promoting early intervention and accessible environments. The theme for 2024 was “#UniquelyCP,” celebrating the diversity and individuality of the cerebral palsy community.
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