4th August 2024 Daily Current Affairs
1. What is rank of India in ‘Travel & Tourism Development Index 2024’?
[B] 37th
[C] 38th
[D] 39th
Correct Answer: D [39th]
Notes:
India ranks 39th in the 2024 Travel and Tourism Development Index by the World Economic Forum, up from an adjusted 38th in 2021. The country’s scores improved in travel prioritization, safety, and health. In 2022, India had 14.3 million international tourists, 1.47% of the global market, and 15.66% in Asia-Pacific. The Ministry of Tourism promotes India domestically and internationally through integrated marketing and participation in travel fairs.
2. Recently, who has become the first woman to be appointed the Director General of Medical Services?
[A] Lt Gen Punita Arora[B] Lt Gen Sadhna Saxena Nair
[C] Lt Gen Madhuri Kanitkar
[D] Lt Gen Kavita Sahai
Correct Answer: B [Lt Gen Sadhna Saxena Nair]
Notes:
Lieutenant General Sadhna Saxena Nair became the first woman to lead the Indian Army’s Medical Services on August 1, 2024. A third-generation armed forces member, she graduated from the Armed Forces Medical College and joined the Army Medical Corps in 1985. She previously served as Director General of Hospital Services and has received numerous honors, including the Vishisht Seva Medal and commendations from top Air Force officials.
3. Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS), recently seen in the news, was launched by which ministry?
[B] Ministry of Home Affairs
[C] Ministry of Science and Technology [D] Ministry of Urban Development
Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Defence]
Notes:
Ministry of Defence signed an MoU with Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC) to establish three advanced testing facilities in Uttar Pradesh under the Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS). These include one facility in Lucknow for Mechanical & Material (M&M) and two in Kanpur for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Communications. DTIS was launched in May 2020 by Ministry of Defence with a Rs 400 crore budget. DTIS aims to boost indigenous defence production.
