Daily Current Affairs MCQs : 10 June 2024 - Humanities/Arts MCQ

The culinary tradition of 'Kai Chutney' using red weaver ants in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha has been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.

Savita Kanswal, a courageous resident of Lothru village in Uttarkashi, was honoured with the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award for her outstanding accomplishments as a mountaineer. She made history by conquering both Mount Everest and Mount Makalu in just 16 days, showcasing exceptional physical prowess and unwavering determination at the age of 25.

Ayodhya achieved a world record with the longest solar light line installation, connecting Ghats from Guptar Ghat to Jhunki Ghat and extending to Nayaghat. This initiative by the Ayodhya administration precedes the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony and aims to seamlessly link previously segmented ghats.

The International Camel Festival commenced with fervour in the culturally rich district of Bikaner, Rajasthan. The festival featured a Heritage Walk, vibrant traditional attire, and captivating performances by local folk artists, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry of the region.

Tata Consumer Products Ltd (TCPL) successfully acquired a 100% stake in Capital Foods, the company famous for brands like 'Ching’s Secret' and 'Smith & Jones,' for ₹5,100 crore. The strategic acquisition is phased, with an initial 75% equity shareholding and the remaining 25% to be acquired over the next three years.

The groundbreaking UPI-PayNow linkage, announced by the NPCI, has opened avenues for real-time remittances from Singapore to India. Major UPI and bank apps, such as SBI, Axis, ICICI, BHIM, PhonePe, and Paytm, have been enabled for this service. This collaboration marks a significant advancement in facilitating instant, secure, and cost-effective cross-border transactions between India and Singapore.

The State Bank of India (SBI), the largest bank in the country, introduced the SBI Green Rupee Term Deposit (SGRTD) to accumulate funds dedicated to environmentally-friendly projects. This initiative aligns with the government's goal of achieving net carbon neutrality by 2070, contributing to the development of a green finance ecosystem in India.

The Indian and Japanese Coast Guards successfully conducted the joint exercise 'Sahyog Kaijin' off the coast of Chennai. This collaborative effort, initiated on January 8, aimed at enhancing interoperability and sharing best practices in maritime law enforcement, search and rescue operations, and pollution response at sea.

Scientists at Stanford University have developed an eco-friendly method using sisal leaves to create a highly absorbent material. This sustainable alternative has a higher absorption capacity than traditional materials like cotton and wood pulp, and cultivating sisal requires less water compared to cotton.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak signed an unprecedented security agreement in Kyiv, highlighting its importance for Ukraine's safety and symbolizing a robust alliance with the United Kingdom. The accord, effective until Ukraine joins NATO, represents a strategic commitment between the two nations.