Daily Current Affairs MCQs : 19 January 2024 - CUET Commerce MCQ

The theme for CAPSTER-9 is 'Artificial Intelligence: Transforming Warfare,' focusing on the integration and impact of artificial intelligence in modern military operations.

The Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyaan (MMUA) scheme was introduced by the Assam government, aiming to provide financial support and empower rural women entrepreneurs, particularly those associated with self-help groups. The scheme focuses on transforming these women into "rural micro-entrepreneurs" with a target annual income of Rs 1 lakh per member.

Karnataka Bank and Clix Capital have collaborated digitally on the Yubi Co.lend Platform to adhere to RBI guidelines, with a specific focus on supporting India's vital MSME sector, contributing to the country's GDP and employment growth.

Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti, celebrated as Prakash Utsav, honours the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth and last Sikh Guru. Sikh communities worldwide celebrate this significant day with joy, remembering Guru Gobind Singh's exceptional leadership and teachings, particularly his ascension to Guruship at the age of nine.

Tamil Nadu, known for its cultural richness, initiated the Jallikattu competition in the village of Avaniyapuram, marking a significant highlight of the Pongal harvest festival celebrated in the second week of January. The three-day event, with Avaniyapuram hosting the first day, Palamedu on the second day, and Alanganallur on the third, showcases the traditional bull-taming sport's excitement.

The windfall tax on petroleum crude in India was reduced to 1,700 rupees per tonne from the previous 2,300 rupees per tonne, as indicated by a recent government notification. Windfall taxes are designed to address profits resulting from external events, such as energy price rises due to factors like the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Gujarat and Karnataka were ranked as the 'best performers' in fostering a robust startup ecosystem, according to the DPIIT ranking. Additionally, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Himachal Pradesh were also distinguished as top performers in creating a conducive environment for budding entrepreneurs.

The Telangana government, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum (WEF), is establishing the 19th Centre of the WEF’s Fourth Industrial Revolution Network (4IR) in Hyderabad. This thematic centre, focusing on health tech and life sciences, reflects a strategic partnership aimed at advancing healthcare technology and enhancing lifestyles.

IndoSpace reaffirmed its commitment to Tamil Nadu's economic growth by signing a significant Rs 2000 crore Memorandum of Understanding during the Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet 2024, attended by key dignitaries, including the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, and Union Minister of Commerce and Industry.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched the distribution of ration cards for over 40 lakh people in Guwahati, Assam, under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). Each beneficiary is entitled to receive 5 kgs of rice every month free of cost during "Anna Sewa Saptah."