Tnpsc Current Affairs in English – 18th May 2024

1. Recently, who won the gold medal in men’s javelin throw at the 27^th Federation Cup senior national competition in Bhubaneshwar?

A. Neeraj Chopra

B. Kishore Jena

C. Vikas Yadav

D. Manjinder Singh

• Neeraj Chopra, Olympic champion, clinched gold in his first home competition in three years at the 27^th Federation Cup in Bhubaneswar on May 15. Despite a hero’s welcome in Odisha, he expressed dissatisfaction with his performance in the men’s javelin final, despite claiming the top spot on the podium.

2. Which country recently unveiled the world’s first 6G device?

A. Japan

B. China

C. Russia

D. India

• A Japanese consortium unveiled the world’s first high-speed 6G prototype gadget, surpassing 5G by 20 times. Developed by DOCOMO, NTT, NEC, and Fujitsu, it can transmit data over 300 feet at 100 Gbps, tested successfully indoors and outdoors. However, 6G is still in developmental stages and not ready for commercial use. Despite its impressive speeds, there are inherent drawbacks in network technology.

3. What is ‘Ligdus garvale’?

A. Aircraft carrier

B. New species of jumping spider

C. New species of frog

D. Invasive weed

• A team of naturalists discovered a new jumping spider species, Ligdus Garvale, in Garvale village, Karnataka’s Kodagu district. Surrounded by agroforestry, the village hosts coffee, pepper, and paddy fields. Ligdus Garvale is only the second recorded Ligdus genus instance in 129 years, with the first being Ligdus Chelifer from Myanmar in 1895.

4. Kadar tribes mainly belongs to which region of India?

A. North Eastern India

B. Southern India

C. Western Ghats

D. Northern India

• The recent death of a Kadar tribesman in Tamil Nadu’s Anamalai Tiger Reserve due to an elephant attack has shocked indigenous communities and conservationists. Kadars, a small tribal group in South India, have historically coexisted with wild elephants. They are traditional forest dwellers, residing along the border of Cochin in Kerala and Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu. They rely on forest resources for sustenance, practicing specialized trades like honey collection for trade.

5. ‘TAK-003’, a live attenuated dengue vaccine, is developed by which country?

A. Japan

B. Greece

C. Mexico

D. Indonesia

• TAK-003, developed by Japan’s Takeda, is a live-attenuated dengue vaccine containing weakened strains of all four virus serotypes. It’s WHO prequalified, the second dengue vaccine after CYD-TDV. Recommended for children aged 6-16 in high-burden, high-transmission areas, it aims to combat dengue.

6. Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile is developed by which country?

A. China

B. Japan

C. Russia

D. India

• Russian President has fortified the nation’s military by introducing the Bulava, a new nuclear-capable missile, into the arsenal. The RSM-56 Bulava, designed by the Moscow Institute of Thermal Technology, is a three-stage solid-propellant submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). It measures 12.1 meters in length, 2 meters in diameter, with a launch mass of 36.8 tonnes. Capable of carrying up to 10 MIRVs, it boasts a range of 8,300 km and in-flight maneuverability for enhanced accuracy.

7. Global Report on Internal Displacement (GRID) 2024, recently published by which organization?

A. International Organization for Migration

B. Geneva based Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre

C. World Meteorological Organization

D. World Bank

• In 2023, global internal displacement rose to 75.9 million from 71.1 million the year before, as per the Global Report on Internal Displacement 2024 (GRID-2024) by the Geneva-based IDMC. The report cites 7.7 million displaced by disasters, a quarter due to earthquakes, and 68.3 million by conflict. Sudan, Syria, DRC, Colombia, and Yemen house nearly half of IDPs.

8. Recently, which organization has been honored with the prestigious Geospatial World Forum (GWF) Leadership Award for “Public Policy: Enabling Industry Development”?

A. BHEL

B. BARC

C. DRDO

D. IN-SPACe

• IN-SPACe, India’s National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre, received the Geospatial World Forum Leadership Award for “Public Policy: Enabling Industry Development” at the 2024 event in Rotterdam. Rajeev Jyoti and Kriti Khatri accepted the honor on behalf of IN-SPACe. The award recognizes their groundbreaking efforts in advancing India’s space sector and supporting non-government entities.

9. Igla- S defence system is developed by which country?

A. Russia

B. China

C. Israel

D. Japan

• The Indian Army is set to receive new Russian Igla-S VSHORAD systems by May’s end. Developed by Russia, it’s a handheld MANPADS for individual or crew use, targeting low-flying aircraft, cruise missiles, and drones. Components include the 9M342 missile, 9P522 launching mechanism, and others. With a range of 500m to 6km and altitude capability of 3.5km.

10. Tele-MANAS is an initiative of which ministry?

A. Ministry of AYUSH

B. Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers

C. Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

D. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

• Tele MANAS, an initiative of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, offers free tele-mental health services nationwide, with 23 centers of excellence. Calls from ages 15–30 have surged, citing sleep issues, stress, low mood, fear of failure, and parental concerns. Nodal center: National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), supported by International Institute of Information Technology-Bangalore (IIITB.

11. What is the name of operation recently launched by Uttarakhand police for smooth conduct of Kedarnath yatra?

A. Operation Samriddhi

B. Operation Vikas

C. Operation Maryada

D. Operation Shakti

• Uttarakhand Police initiates “Operation Maryada” amidst the influx of devotees for the Char Dham Yatra in Kedarnath. The operation aims to uphold decency and purity during the journey, targeting misconduct and substance consumption. This crackdown aims to ensure sanctity and orderliness in the pilgrimage.

12. What is the theme of ‘National Dengue Day 2024’?

A. Dengue Prevention: Our Responsibility for a Safer Tomorrow

B. Fight Dengue, Save Lives

C. Effective Community Engagement: Key to Dengue Control

D. Fight Against Dengue

• National Dengue Day, observed annually on May 16, highlights the severity of dengue fever, a potentially fatal mosquito-borne disease affecting millions globally. In 2024, the theme, “Dengue Prevention: Our Responsibility for a Safer Tomorrow,” underscores the importance of community engagement in combating the disease.
• The initiative aims to raise awareness and promote proactive measures to control dengue outbreaks, emphasizing collective responsibility for public health and safety.