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| 601. |
This country topped in the list of largest solar market in the world, according to a report by Mercom Communications India. |
| Answer» India installed 4.9 GW of solar power, consolidating its position as the second largest solar market in the world, during the first half of the calendar year 2018, according to a report by Mercom Communications India. According to the report, China topped the list. Adani remained the largest project developer in terms of total cumulative installations and top installer in terms of capacity installed through the end of the first half. | |
| 602. |
China and Japan are partnering to develop __________. |
| Answer» China and Japan to partner in building Asia infrastructure. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has arrived in China. His visit is expected to trigger significant collaboration between Tokyo and Beijing in developing infrastructure in Asia. He was received by his Chinese counterpart Li Keqiang, at the Great Hall of the People. The function was held to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the China-Japan treaty of friendship. The leaders, Dr.Abe with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Li, are expected to discuss areas of convergence between China's Belt and Road Initiative and Japan's concept of a free and open Indo-Pacific. They are also expected to discuss joint development of infrastructure in Asia and Africa. | |
| 603. |
These three countries hold their first trilateral meeting on Chabahar port project. |
| Answer» India, Afghanistan and Iran has recently hold their first trilateral meeting on Chabahar port project in Tehran during which they reviewed its implementation. The Indian delegation was led by TS Tirumurti, Secretary (Economic Relations). The Afghan and Iran delegations were led by respective deputy ministers of Transport. The meeting assumes significance as the strategically-located port on the energy-rich Iran's southern coast was coming under the ambit of US sanctions on Tehran. In it, it is decided to constitute a follow-up committee that would hold its first meeting within two months in Chabahar port. The committee would discuss and aim to finalise protocol to harmonise transit, roads, customs and consular matters for making the route attractive and decrease logistic costs. In May 2016, India, Iran and Afghanistan had signed a pact which entailed establishment of a transit and transport corridor among the three countries using Chabahar Port as one of the regional hubs. Chabahar is located less than 100 nautical miles from the Chinese built port of Gwadar in Pakistan. | |
| 604. |
India and this country decided to boost maritime cooperation by being part of the maritime patrol in the Malacca Straits. |
| Answer» India and Indonesia decided to boost maritime cooperation by being part of the maritime patrol in the Malacca Straits. This was decided on the wide-ranging talks held between Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and her Indonesian counterpart Gen (Retd) Ryamizard Rycudu on the Indian minister's 2-day visit to Indonesia. Apart from this, deepening of defence and security relations were also discussed. Earlier in May 2018, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Indonesia and signed a MOU on defence cooperation and elevated the ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. | |
| 605. |
India is collaborating with which country for research on different aspects of the Ganga delta region and the Bay of Bengal? |
| Answer» M Rajeevan, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences announced collaboration between India and UK for research on different aspects of the Ganga delta region and the Bay of Bengal. This was announced on the sidelines of a programme launched by the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The two countries are also collaborating in several areas of earth sciences and weather, like the monsoon. The studies includes; 1. The Ganga delta: Effects of the region on population, agriculture and environment. 2. The Bay of Bengal: Its effect on India in terms of resources and also has an impact on the Southwest Monsoon. | |
| 606. |
India invited this country to participate in the defence sector under the "Make in India" scheme. |
| Answer» India invited Italy to participate in the defence sector under the "Make in India" scheme. The invitation also included an agreement to counter terrorist financing and state sponsors of terrorism. This latest announcement was the first time when the two countries have agreed on joint defence production since the Augusta Westland case exploded in 2013. During the 9th Military Group Meeting that was held between India and Italy, both the countries agreed on cooperation in 2019. Mr.Conte's visit is the first since he took charge in June 2018. He also showed his support for India's quest for membership in the Nuclear Suppliers Group and underlined Rome's support to India's membership in the global technology export groups. | |
| 607. |
With which country the Union Cabinet of India constitute a Joint Working Group (JWG) on fintech? |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between India and Singapore in June 2018 on the constitution of a Joint Working Group (JWG) on FinTech. As per the pact, both countries will improve their regulatory connect to exchange best practices by sharing experience on policies and regulations related to fintech. The JWG will encourage collaboration of entrepreneurs and startups of both countries and develop fintech solutions for business/financial sectors. The MoU will benefit both countries to excel in the fields of development of Application Programming Interfaces (APls), Regulatory Sandbox, security in payment and digital cash flow. | |
| 608. |
Which will be the partner Country of 25th DST - CII Technology Summit? |
| Answer» The Kingdom of Netherlands will be the Partner Country 25th DST - CII Technology Summit to be organized in 2019, announced Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Forest and Climate Change. Dr. Vardhan had made this announcement at the Curtain Raiser event of the Silver Jubilee edition of Technology Summit - 2019. | |
| 609. |
This country will build its first permanent airport in the South Pole. |
| Answer» China will build the country's first permanent airport in the South Pole which will provide logistical support to scientists and enhance airspace management in the resource-rich Antarctic. Specifically, the airport will decrease the exposure time of researchers in the polar environment, as well as medical aid time. | |
| 610. |
With which country India signed a $950 million deal for inducting two new warships equipped with Brahmos missiles in the India Navy? |
| Answer» The two frigates of the Project 11356 class will be bought directly from Russia and 2 more will be built in an Indian Shipyard. The two ships to be brought from Russia are expected to be delivered by 2022 and have been designed to work with Ukraine-made gas turbines. These are under a '2+2' scheme which was under the works since 2015. | |
| 611. |
UP government join hands with this country to develop food value chain. |
| Answer» The 'Food Value Chain' will be developed by: UP government and Japan's agriculture, forestry and fisheries department. | |
| 612. |
The First WHO Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health will be held in __________. |
| Answer» The First WHO Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health took place at WHO headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The conference was organized in collaboration with UN Environment, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the Climate and Clean Air Coalition to Reduce Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (CCAC), the UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), the World Bank and the Secretariat of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). | |
| 613. |
India and this country signed a MoU for strengthening cooperation in the field of Tourism, recently. |
| Answer» Cabinet approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and South Korea for strengthening cooperation in the field of Tourism. The objectives of the MoU is to expand bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector, encourage cooperation between tourism stakeholders including hotels and tour operators, increase the exchange of information and data related to tourism, encourage participation in travel fairs/exhibitions in each other's country and promote safe, honourable and sustainable tourism. | |
| 614. |
Which country launched a high-orbit satellite to boost its BeiDou global satellite navigation system? |
| Answer» China launches new high-orbit satellite to boost its BeiDou global satellite navigation system. This is the first BeiDou-3 satellite in high orbit, nearly 36,000 km above the Earth. It will follow the Earth's rotation, in a geostationary orbit, and will view the same point on Earth continuously. The satellite will serve countries in the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). BeiDou global satellite navigation system will be the fourth global satellite navigation system after the US GPS system, Russia's GLONASS and the European Union's Galileo. | |
| 615. |
How many countries are given exemption to receive a waiver from U.S. sanctions on oil trade with Iran? |
| Answer» Eight countries are given exemption once U.S. sanctions against Iran. India is one among the 8 countries that will receive a waiver from U.S. sanctions on oil trade with Iran. On May 8, the U.S. President Donald Trump announced that it is pulling out of the Iran nuclear deal. Sanctions imposed prior to nuclear deal are re-triggered. These targets Iran's ability to purchase U.S. dollar notes and trade in metals, besides other currency transactions. From November 4, other sanctions will kick in targeting Iran's oil exports and energy sector. On November 2, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced that 8 countries including India, which is the second largest importer of crude oil from Iran, will receive sanction waivers to keep buying oil. | |
| 616. |
Which country has initiated talks with the Taliban against bypassing Afghan's President Ashraf Ghani's government? |
| Answer» Russia has quietly invited a group of senior Afghan politicians to talk with the Taliban in Moscow. This talk has bypassed President Ashraf Ghani's government and has angered officials in Kabul who say it could muddle the U.S.-backed peace process. The Afghan officials also said that the government was unhappy that Moscow was pressing ahead with plans for talks. In August, Russia proposed to hold multilateral peace talks in Moscow and invited 12 countries and the Taliban to attend a summit the following month. But President Ashraf Ghani rejected the invitation on the grounds that talks with the Taliban should be led by the Afghan government and hence the meeting was postponed. The U.S. had also declined to attend. | |
| 617. |
With which country India signs MoU in Extradition Treaty, Atomic Energy and VISA Waiver? |
| Answer» India and Malawi have signed three MoUs on Extradition Treaty, cooperation in the field of Atomic Energy for peaceful purposes and VISA Waiver for Diplomatic and Official Passports. The MoU was signed during Vice President Venkaiah Naidu visit in Malawi. India will also extend a new Line of credit of 215 million US dollars to Malawi for 18 water projects. | |
| 618. |
Which country unveiled sculpture to honour Indian soldiers? |
| Answer» A sculpture in honour of Indian soldiers who fought during World War I was unveiled in the town of Smethwick in the West Midlands region of England. Guru Nanak Gurdwara Smethwick had commissioned the Lions of the Great War monument, which depicts a turbaned Sikh soldier, to honour the sacrifices made by millions of South Asian service personnel of all faiths who fought for Britain in the world wars and other conflicts as part of the British Indian Army. The 10-foot bronze statue was unveiled in Smethwick High Street to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of the World War I in November 1918, also referred to as the Great War. The monument was part of a collaboration between the gurdwara and the local Sandwell Council. | |
| 619. |
India and this country have signed a loan pact of Rs 18.17 crore for the construction of the Turga Pumped Storage in West Bengal? |
| Answer» India and Japan has recently a Loan Agreement worth Rs. 1817 crore for the 'Project for the Construction of Turga Pumped Storage (I)' in the State of West Bengal. The purpose of the Project is to strengthen the capability to respond to fluctuation in supply and demand of power and to improve stability of the power supply by constructing the pumped storage facilities, thereby contributing to the Industrial Development and Living Standard Improvement in the State of West Bengal. | |
| 620. |
India and this country signed a Loan Agreement worth Rs. 1,817 crore for the construction of hydel power project recently. |
| Answer» Turga pumped storage hydel power project is to be constructed at Purulia in West Bengal. This project will contribute to the industrial development and living standards in the state. The deal was signed by the Additional Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), C.S. Mohapatra, and Katsuo Matsumoto, chief representative of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). | |
| 621. |
U.S. grants temporary Iran oil waivers to how many countries? |
| Answer» Eight countries namely, India, China, Italy, Greece, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Turkey have been granted exemptions by United States, allowing them to temporarily continue buying Iranian oil. These countries have been exempted as they significantly reduced their imports of Iranian oil. | |
| 622. |
With which government India Sign MoUs in Extradition Treaty, Atomic Energy and VISA Waiver? |
| Answer» India and Malawi signed three MoUs on Extradition Treaty, cooperation in the field of Atomic Energy for peaceful purposes and VISA Waiver for Diplomatic and Official Passports. The MoU was signed during Vice President Venkaiah Naidu visit in Malawi. | |
| 623. |
Which country has recently announced a waiver on the visa-on-arrival fee for visitors from 20 countries including India, China? |
| Answer» To boost the slump in tourism, the Thai cabinet has announced a waiver on the visa-on-arrival fee for visitors from 20 countries - Andora, Bulgaria, Bhutan, China, Cyprus, Ethiopia, Fiji, India, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Papua New Guinea, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine and Uzbekistan. The fee of 2,000 Baht (nearly ₹4,400) will be waived between December 1 and January 31. The waiver is expected to increase tourism in Thailand by 30%. | |
| 624. |
Which country unveiled new 'Heavenly Palace' space station, which is set to become the replacement of the International Space Station (ISS)? |
| Answer» With a lifespan of roughly 10 years, China's Tiangong space station, otherwise known as Heavenly Palace is set to become the replacement of the International Space Station, which is due to retire in 2024. Three astronauts will be permanently stationed in the 60-tonne orbiting lab, which will enable the crew to conduct biological and microgravity research. The International Space Station (ISS) - a collaboration between the United States, Russia, Canada, Europe and Japan - has been in operation since 1998, but is due to be retired in 2024. China will then have the only space station in orbit, though it will be much smaller than the ISS which weighs 400 tonnes and is as large as a football pitch. | |
| 625. |
Which country unveils 'most advanced' stealth drone - UAV - CH7 recently? |
| Answer» UAV CH7: China unveils most advanced stealth drone. It was unveiled at the Air Show China 2018 in Zhuhai, China. UAV - CH7, China become the second country following the US, to produce high-altitude long-endurance combat UAVs with advanced penetration capabilities. It can launch weapons, like anti-radiation missiles, air-to-ground or anti-ship missiles and long-distance precision-guided bombs. It can be customized. It is 10 meters long. It has a wingspan of 22-meters. | |
| 626. |
Which country signed agreement with India on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters? |
| Answer» India and Morocco signed an agreement on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters. This MOU will strengthen bilateral cooperation, provide a broad legal framework for prevention, investigation and prosecution of crimes. It will also help in tracing, restraint and confiscation of funds meant to finance terrorist acts. This was a part of the minister's resolve to jointly counter the threats posed by organized crime and terrorism. | |
| 627. |
The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is an informal strategic dialogue between the United States, India, Australia and __________. |
| Answer» Officials from 4 countries (Quad) - Australia, India, Japan and the United States will hold the third "Quadrilateral" or Quad meeting in Singapore on November 14th. The meeting will be held on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend this meeting, and is expected to focus on infrastructure projects, maritime security cooperation and discuss regional challenges including development. | |
| 628. |
The 7th RCEP Inter-Sessional Ministerial Meeting Concludes in __________. |
| Answer» Seventh RCEP Inter-Sessional Ministerial Meeting Concludes in Singapore. The Minister for Trade and Industry of Singapore Mr. Chan Chun Sing was the Chair of the meeting as Singapore is currently the Chair of ASEAN this year.he Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is a mega regional free trade agreement being negotiated amongst 16 countries, comprising 10 ASEAN countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam) plus six ASEAN FTA partners, namely Australia, China, India, Japan, Korea and New Zealand. | |
| 629. |
Which country has been named the safest country to visit, according to a report by 'Which? Travel', a travel magazine? |
| Answer» According to a report by Which? Travel, Iceland is the safest country to visit. Iceland topped the charts with the lowest risk of a natural disaster as well as crime rates. It was followed by UAE, Singapore, Spain and Australia in the top 5. South Africa came last owing to a high risk of crime, health and terrorism. Turkey was ranked the second most dangerous preceded by Thailand, India, and Mexico. | |
| 630. |
India signs a MoU with which country on affordable approaches to cancer? |
| Answer» A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the partnership between Department of Biotechnology and Cancer Research UK (CRUK) for the India-UK Cancer Research Initiative has been signed in New Delhi. The India-UK Cancer Research Initiative is a collaborative 5-year bilateral research initiative that will focus on affordable approaches to cancer. Both countries will invest £5m each in this 5-year pilot and seek further investment from other potential funding partners. | |
| 631. |
Which country become the world's second-biggest emitter of carbon dioxide from the power sector after China? |
| Answer» The International Energy Agency in its latest report 'World Energy Outlook' stated that India will overtake the U.S. to become the world's second-biggest emitter of carbon dioxide from the power sector before 2030. Carbon dioxide emissions from India's power sector are expected to rise nearly 80% by 2040 as power use almost triples, driven in part by air conditioning. China will remain the biggest emitter. | |
| 632. |
This country has voted against a United Nations General Assembly draft resolution on the use of death penalty. |
| Answer» India has voted against a United Nations General Assembly draft resolution on the use of death penalty. India said that it goes against the statutory law of the country where an execution is carried out in the 'rarest of rare' cases. The draft resolution, taken up in the 3rd Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural) of the General Assembly, was approved on 13 November 2018. | |
| 633. |
Which is the Partner Country at the 38th India International Trade Fair (IITF-2018)? |
| Answer» The 38th India International Trade Fair (IITF) has started at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi with theme - Rural Enterprises in India. The 14-day annual event will continue till 27th of this month. Afghanistan is the Partner Country, while Nepal will be the Focus Country. Jharkhand is participating as a Partner State in the event. Around 800 participants from States and Government Departments, domestic and International companies are taking part to showcase their product. For the general public, the trade fair will open from 18th to 27th of November. During a public holiday, the price of the ticket will be Rs.120 for adult and Rs. 60 for the child. While during working days, the ticket charges will be Rs. 60 for adult and 40 rupees for the child. | |
| 634. |
Which country recently unveiled Africa's first ever high speed train line? |
| Answer» French President Emmanuel Macron and Morocco's King Mohammed VI have inaugurated Morocco's first high-speed rail line, the first ever such line in Africa. Known as the LGV, it will connect the economic hubs of Tangier and Casablanca in 2 hours 10 minutes at a speed of up to 320 kph (199 mph) instead of almost 5 hours on a regular train. The $2 billion project was launched in September 2011 by the king and Nicolas Sarkozy, then president of France. France financed 51 percent of the project, Morocco 28 percent and the remaining 21 percent was provided by Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. Morocco bought 12 high speed trains from French train manufacturer Alstom. | |
| 635. |
Name of the country which launched the Rogun hydro-electric project with a worth US$ 3.9 billion. |
| Answer» Tajikistan inaugurated a US$ 3.9 billion 'Rogun hydro-electric project' on 16 November 2018. It has been built on the Vakhsh River in southern Tajikistan. The project will enable Tajikistan to eliminate domestic energy shortages and export electricity to Afghanistan and Pakistan. The first of six turbines in the Rogun hydroelectric dam went online on 16 November 2018. | |
| 636. |
Which country launched its first high-speed rail line, the first ever such line in Africa? |
| Answer» Morocco's first high-speed rail line, the first ever such line in Africa was unveiled. It was inaugurated by French President Emmanuel Macron and Morocco's King Mohammed VI. It is known and LGV and will connect the economic hubs of Tangier and Casablanca in 2 hours 10 minutes. The cost of the project was $2 billion project and was launched in September 2011. | |
| 637. |
How many countries participated in the 2018 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC)Summit? |
| Answer» 2-day Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC)Summit 2018 concluded in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. It was hosted by Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, Peter O'Neill. All 21 member countries of APEC participated in the Summit. It is the 1st such summit which in its 25-year history failed to agree on a formal joint statement. | |
| 638. |
World's first underground luxury hotel opened in __________. |
| Answer» World's first ever underground luxury hotel named- The InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland- opened in Songjiang district, southwest of Shanghai, China. It houses 18 storeys with 16 of them below the ground. | |
| 639. |
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates announces USD ___________ million in Aid to Yemen. |
| Answer» Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, which lead a military coalition against the Huthi rebels in Yemen, announced USD 500 million in aid to | |
| 640. |
Which country has decided to venture into Internet of things (IoT) with new satellite system 'Marathon'? (Marks: 0) |
| Answer» Russia's state space corporation 'Roscosmos' has decided to venture into the Internet of things (IoT) with the launch of a new satellite system named 'Marathon'. As per reports, the new satellite system will be a part of Russia's Sphere satellite constellation, alongside GLONASS navigation system, an Earth remote sensing system, a satellite communication system, and a data relay satellite system. The Sphere is expected to be fully established by 2026. | |
| 641. |
Which country is rejoining Commonwealth after 2 years of withdrawal? |
| Answer» Maldives new President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih made the announcement that Maldives Cabinet approves re-joining of Commonwealth after 2 year of withdrawal. Maldives had left commonwealth in 2016 under the leadership of former President Abdulla Yameen amid speculations of corruption and fraud. The Proposal has been sent to the Maldives parliament for ratification. | |
| 642. |
Which country launched the second earth observation satellite "Mohammed VI-B" recently? |
| Answer» Arianespace launches Morocco's second earth observation satellite named Mohammed VI-B, developed by Thales Alenia Space and Airbus from French Guiana. Morocco's first satellite named Mohammed VI-A was launched on 8th November 2017 by Vega rocket from Kourou space center. Mohammed VI-B is the second satellite of Morocco's ambitious space program- the first in Africa. The satellite is named after Mohammed VI, King of Morocco who launched this ambitious space program in 2013. The satellite will be used for mapping, Agricultural monitoring, land surveying, monitoring changes in the environment and desertification as well as border and coastal surveillance. | |
| 643. |
Recently, the U.S. suspended $1.66 billion in security assistance to __________. |
| Answer» The U.S. suspended $1.66 billion in security assistance to Pakistan. This happened days after President Donald Trump said the country does not do "a damn thing" for America alleging that its government had helped al-Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden hide near its garrison city of Abbottabad. Ties between the US and Pakistan strained after Trump, while announcing his Afghanistan and South Asia policy in August last year, hit out at Pakistan for providing safe havens to "agents of chaos" that kill Americans in Afghanistan and warned Islamabad that it has "much to lose" by harboring terrorists. In September, the Trump administration cancelled USD 300 million in military aid to Islamabad for not doing enough against terror groups like the Haqqani Network and the Taliban active on its soil. | |
| 644. |
Indian and this country agreed to set up hotline for effective coordination in checking smuggling. |
| Answer» India and Nepal decided to set up a hotline to ensure effective coordination to combat smuggling, improve border management and facilitate trade. It was decided at the 2-day-19th annual Indo-Nepal Director General-level talks in Kathmandu which held on November 19-20, 2018. | |
| 645. |
Which country will host the 2019 Laureus Awards? |
| Answer» Monaco to host 2019 Laureus Awards on February 18 2019. The 'Oscars of sports', the Laureus World Sports Awards 2019 will be held in Monaco on February 18 next year. Sport's premier global awards ceremony will celebrate the best of 2018 across eight individual and team categories, with the winners collecting a prized Laureus Statuette. Sports fans around the world will also get to play their part by voting for the Laureus Sporting Moment of the Year Award. Former India cricket captains Kapil Dev, Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar are members of the Laureus Academy. | |
| 646. |
Which country launches its second earth observation satellite Mohammed VI-B? |
| Answer» Morocco launches its second earth observation satellite Mohammed VI-B. | |
| 647. |
Which of these cities is the venue of 12th World Congress on Mountain Medicine? |
| Answer» The 12th World Congress on Mountain Medicine 2018 has started in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal on November 21. The theme of 4 day congress is "Mountain Medicine in the Heart of the Himalayas". The biennial event mainly focuses on science and research aspects of high altitude medicine. It will also include practical workshops related to trekking, expedition medicine and clinical education. More than 400 participants from 40 countries, including India, China, Japan, USA, England and Italy are attending the congress. The flagship event of the International Society for Mountain Medicine (ISMM) is being held first time in Nepal and hosted by Mountain Medicine Society of Nepal. | |
| 648. |
Which country to host 50th Union World Conference on Lung Health in 2019? |
| Answer» India will host the 50th edition of Union World Conference on Lung Health 2019 in Hyderabad from October 30 to November 2. The conference theme 'Ending the Emergency: Science, Leadership, Action' resonates with TB, but it will also raises awareness on all threats to lung health, including air pollution and tobacco abuse. | |
| 649. |
Which Indian organisation has developed a new technology 'Impact Based Forecasting Approach' to monitor impact of rain & deal with natural disasters? |
| Answer» The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has developed a new technology to assess the rise of water level in rivers and reservoirs by rain. The technology, called 'Impact Based Forecasting Approach', which shows pre-event scenario, can help state governments to minutely monitor the impact of rain and take real-time decisions. | |
| 650. |
This country has launched a Social Security Scheme for formal sector workers. |
| Answer» Nepal government has launched a Social Security Scheme for formal sector workers of the country. PM of Nepal KP Sharma Oli stated that it was very necessary to strengthen the system in which the government is accountable to its people. People of all ages and categories would be included in the scheme. The new social security scheme is contribution based and it will cover health and medical facilities, safe motherhood, accident, and physical incapacity security, security to dependent family members and security at old age. | |