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Daily Current Affairs 26 October 2023


1. Which cyclone hit the southeastern coast of Bangladesh on October 25, 2023?

Cyclone ‘Helen’

Cyclone ‘Amphan’

Cyclone ‘Hamoon’

Cyclone ‘Vayu’


2. What is the theme for Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2023?

"Information and Media Literacy in the Digital Age"

"Digital Literacy: A Global Priority"

"Media and Information Literacy in Digital Spaces: A Collective Global Agenda"

"Enhancing Digital Literacy Worldwide"


3. What change has the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) approved in textbooks?

Replacing "Bharat" with "India"

Shifting from "ancient history" to "classical history"

Replacing "India" with "Bharat"

Introducing a new chapter on ancient civilizations


4. What is the primary purpose of the Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative (IFFCO) Nano DAP (Liquid) Plant in Kalol ?

To produce traditional bags of DAP fertilizer

To promote chemical-intensive farming

To increase the cost of DAP fertilizer for farmers

To provide a more sustainable and cost-effective liquid fertilizer alternative


5. What is the significance of Richard Roundtree in the world of cinema?

He was a renowned film director.

He was an influential film critic.

He was the "first black action hero" and an iconic actor known for his role in "Shaft."

He was a leading figure in the silent film era.


6. What is the goal of QatarEnergy's recent agreements with Italy's Eni, Shell, and TotalEnergies?

To limit its presence in the European gas market

To import natural gas from these companies

To strengthen its European gas supply portfolio

To shift its LNG export strategy to Asian markets


7. In which country was the Vikram-1 orbital rocket unveiled by Skyroot Aerospace?

United States

Russia

India

United Arab Emirates


8. Which author and speaker was appointed as the Brand Ambassador for Edtech startup Henry Harvin Education?

Ashok Gadgil

Subra Suresh

Chetan Bhagat

Unnati Hooda


9. What is the major concern related to Euro Zone's Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in October?

Strong economic growth and high demand

A sharp decline in demand, raising concerns about a possible recession

Stable economic conditions with no significant changes

An increase in manufacturing growth


10. Which country is hosting the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in November 2023?

India

China

Bhutan

Sri Lanka