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| 351. |
With which country's army, Chinese armies celebrate Chinese spring festival in Ladakh? |
| Answer» On the occasion of Chinese spring festival, Indian and Chinese armies held a Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) in Chushul sector of Ladakh region. The Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) was held at Chinese BPM hut in Moldo garrison of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) in Chushul sector of eastern Ladakh. Indian delegation was led by Colonel Deependra Jasrotia and Chinese delegation was led by Senior Lieutenant Colonel Bu Hong Dong. The national flag of China was saluted by both the delegations. The Indian and Chinese delegation leaders presented their ceremonial addresses. | |
| 352. |
This country introduced a new technology to fight extremist content online recently. |
| Answer» British government introduced a new technology to remove extremist material from social media. Home Secretary Amber Rudd made an announcement about this new technology to remove extremist material from social media. The software has been developed by ASI Data Science. It was funded by the UK government. This system is said to use advanced machine learning to study the sound and visual of videos for "subtle signals" to check if they are extremist content like Islamic State propaganda. This software will be provided to small companies that are not able to develop such technologies. | |
| 353. |
2018 Shanghai Cooperation Organization will be hosted by this country. |
| Answer» China will host 2018 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit at Qingdao, eastern Shandong Province in June 2018. China had taken over rotating chair of SCO after17th SCO summit concluded in Astana, capital of Kazakhstan in June 2017. SCO is a Eurasian economic, political and security organization headquartered in Beijing, China. It was founded in 2001. The full members of the organization are headquartered in Beijing, China. It was founded in 2001. | |
| 354. |
South African Government declared _______ as a "national disaster" recently? |
| Answer» South African Government declared the ongoing drought as a "national disaster". The drought has afflicted southern and western regions of South Africa including Cape Town. According to experts, this drought that began two years ago was triggered by El Nino (a complex phenomenon, developing in Pacific region, that causes global changes in temperature and rainfall). Declaring the ongoing drought as 'national disaster' implies that South African central government will now take responsibility for relief efforts. The drought is so severe that, April 12, 2018, was predicted as 'Day Zero' (date when its taps are expected to run dry) for Cape Town. However, due to water saving measures announced by the local authorities and duly adopted by the residents, "Day Zero" has now been pushed to June 4, 2018. | |
| 355. |
With which country India signed pact to avoid double taxation & to prevent fiscal evasion? |
| Answer» India and Iran has recently signed Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with respect to taxes on income in New Delhi. The Agreement will stimulate flow of investment, technology and personnel from India to Iran & vice versa, and will prevent double taxation. The Agreement will provide for exchange of information between the two Contracting Parties as per latest International Standards. It will improve transparency in tax matters and will help curb tax evasion and tax avoidance. The Agreement also meets treaty related minimum standards under G-20 OECD Base Erosion & Profit Shifting (BEPS) Project, in which India participated on an equal footing. | |
| 356. |
US Justice Department indicts ___________ Russian nationals over 2016 Presidential Election Interference. |
| Answer» Russia - US relation to face another major crisis as the federal grand jury indicted 13 Russian nationals and three Russian entities for alleged illegal interference in the 2016 presidential elections. The Special Counsel Robert Mueller's office has charged them with conspiracy to defraud the United States. The All the activities were a planned conspiracy as per US judicial department's statement. The Defendants traveled to the United States to conduct research, employed specialists to fine-tune social media posts so those appear authentic. Stealing identities of US citizens they used immigration, religion, and race to manipulate campaign. The indictment alleges that the Russian conspirators want to promote discord in the United States and undermine public confidence in democracy," Rod J. Rosenstein, the deputy attorney general said emphasizing that US citizens must not allow them to succeed. | |
| 357. |
These two countries have been suspended from voting in the United Nations (UN) General Assembly recently.? |
| Answer» On February 13, 2018, United Nations (UN) General Assembly spokesman Brenden Varma stated that Venezuela and Libya have been suspended from voting in the United Nations (UN) General Assembly because of millions of dollars in unpaid dues. This is for the third time in three years that Venezuela and Libya have been suspended from voting in the UN General Assembly. In order to restore their voting rights, Venezuela and Libya must pay at least $25200296 and $6594842 respectively. Central African Republic, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Surinam, Marshall Islands, Yemen and Equatorial Guinea are the other countries that have lost voting rights for the same reason. | |
| 358. |
Which country allows women to start business without male permission? |
| Answer» Women in Saudi Arabia can now open their own businesses without the consent of a husband or male relative. The policy change, announced by the Saudi government also marks a major step away from the strict guardianship system that has ruled the country for decades. The Country's Ministry of Commerce and investment said on its website that women can now launch their own businesses and benefit from governmental e-services without having to prove consent from a guardian. | |
| 359. |
This country granted a 3 month reprieve by the Financial Action Task Force to be placed on a terror-financing watch-list. |
| Answer» Pakistan has been granted a 3 month reprieve by the Financial Action Task Force to be placed on a terror-financing watch-list. The reprieve comes a week after Pak amended its anti-terror laws to ban groups listed as terrorists by the United Nations. Pakistan had been on the FATF watchlist for years but was removed in 2015 following "significant progress" in meeting the demands of the group. | |
| 360. |
India and this country planned to strengthen practical cooperation to prevent misuse of info & communication technologies to fight against its use in criminal & terrorist activities. |
| Answer» India & Russia have decided to strengthen practical cooperation to prevent misuse of info & communication technologies to fight against its use in criminal & terrorist activities. To prevent possibilities of conflict appropriate mechanism for ensuring security in use of ICT should be put in place. Both sides reiterated the intention to strengthen cooperation in info sharing & capacity building. | |
| 361. |
This is the host country of 23rd edition of the World Congress on Information Technology (WCIT-2019). |
| Answer» The 23rd edition of the World Congress on Information Technology (WCIT-2019) will be held in Yerevan, Armenia. The WCIT is the largest and the most reputable international event among worldwide IT leaders. It brings together high-level officials from different countries, heads of multinational organizations, universities and scientific research centers, non-governmental organizations' representatives and many more. The event includes discussions of legal, political and economic trends affecting IT business processes, presentations of innovative solutions, B2B meetings and so on. The WCIT 2019 will be the first Congress being held in Europe since 2010. | |
| 362. |
Which country was elected as vice chair of Financial Action Task Force (FATF)? |
| Answer» China was elected as vice chair of Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global body mandated to combat terror financing and money laundering. In its plenary meeting in Paris, FATF had placed Pakistan under "grey list" subject to direct monitoring and intense scrutiny by International Cooperation Review Group till June 2018 for compliance of Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Finance of Terrorism regulations. Pakistan was on the same list from 2012 to 2015. FATF is an inter-governmental policy making body that aims to establish international standards for combating money laundering and terrorist financing. It was established in 1989 during the G7 Summit in Paris (France) to combat the growing problem of money laundering. It comprises over 39 member countries including India. FATF Secretariat is housed at the headquarters of the OECD in Paris. Initially, FATF was only dealing with developing policies to combat money laundering. But in 2001 its purpose was expanded to act against terrorism financing. | |
| 363. |
India, Bangladesh and __________ sign Pact For Rooppur Atomic Plant recently. |
| Answer» Indian companies can now participate in construction and installation works in the "non-critical" category for the Rooppur nuclear power plant in Bangladesh, according to the Russian atomic energy agency Rosatom. The Rooppur project is the first initiative under an Indo-Russian deal to undertake atomic energy projects in third countries. This will also be the first time Indian companies will be able to participate in a nuclear power project abroad. India, Bangladesh, and Russia signed an agreement in this regard in Moscow, Russia. | |
| 364. |
Which country remains as 12th largest foreign holder of US govt securities? |
| Answer» According to data compiled by US Treasury Department, India's exposure to US government securities stood at USD 144.7 billion at the end of 2017. During 2017, India increased its holding of American government securities for most of the months and remained the 12th largest overseas holder of such securities. India's 2017-end holding of US Government Securities at USD 144.7 billion marks an increment of nearly USD 26 billion as compared to USD 118.2 holding in December 2016. During 2017, the exposure was highest in September 2017 - at USD 145.1 billion. | |
| 365. |
Which country allows the women to participate in All-female marathon? |
| Answer» For the first time in the nation's history, Saudi Arabia's women participated in an all-female marathon. The three-km-long marathon, held in the eastern province of al-Ahsa on Saturday, reportedly saw participation from 1,500 women across several categories. Earlier in January, Saudi Arabia allowed its women, for the first time, to spectate at a football match. | |
| 366. |
With which country China have agreed to set up a joint data centre for lunar and deep space projects? |
| Answer» Russia and China have agreed to set up a joint data centre for lunar and deep space projects, Russian space agency Roscosmos said. The Russian agency and China National Space Administration will look into possibilities of providing assistance to each other's lunar programmes. Last year, the two agencies had agreed on a bilateral cooperation programme, including research on the moon. | |
| 367. |
Which country cuts off border agreement with India recently? |
| Answer» Myanmar has indefinitely deferred signing agreement with India to streamline the free movement of people within 16 km along the open border between two countries. It has cited domestic compulsions and has asked for more time for the agreement to be sealed. Background India and Myanmar share 1,643 km unfenced border along four states viz. Arunachal Pradesh (520 km), Nagaland (215 km), Manipur (398 km) and Mizoram (510 km) and permit free movement regime. To give it shape, Central Government had asked four border states with Myanmar to distribute"border pass" to all the residents living within 16 km. The agreement will facilitate movement of people on basis of valid passports and visas which will enhance economic and social interaction between two places. | |
| 368. |
Chaina sets 2018 GDP target at around __________. |
| Answer» China has set its GDP growth target at around 6.5% for 2018, unchanged from that for 2017. The projected growth rate reflects China's position of not over-emphasizing speed but stressing improvements in the quality and effect of development. Chinese economy outperformed its annual growth target by expanding 6.9 percent last year, picking up for the first time in seven years. | |
| 369. |
The 2018 IBSA Foreign Ministers Meeting will be hosted by which country? |
| Answer» The IBSA Foreign Ministers' Meeting was held in Pretoria, South Africa on June 4, 2018. The External Affairs Minister of the Republic of India, Sushma Swaraj chaired the IBSA (India, Brazil, South Africa) ministerial meet and hold talks on how to deepen coordination among the three countries on major global issues. On this occasion, Ministers adopted and jointly released the IBSA Declaration on South-South Cooperation, to contribute to greater understanding of development cooperation as a common endeavor of the Global South. | |
| 370. |
Which became the 1st state in US to pass its own net-neutrality rules? |
| Answer» Washington became the 1st state in US to pass its own net-neutrality law after US regulator, Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) repealed rules set during Obama administration that banned internet providers from blocking content or interfering with online traffic. Washington's bill for its own net-neutrality laws was signed by Goernor Jay Inslee. The bill forbids internet service providers from blocking or slowing the flow of web content, or from charging websites for higher delivery speeds. Provisions of this bill may technically be in contravention to FCC's order of repealing net neutrality rules which forbid states from filling the void with their own rules. | |
| 371. |
Which country is hosting the 2018 Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Early Childhood Development (ECD)? |
| Answer» The Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Early Childhood Development (ECD) and Third Asia- Pacific Regional Policy Forum on Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) have started in Kathmandu, Nepal on June 5, 2018. The 3 day event is hosted by the Government of Nepal (Ministry of Education, Science and Technology). Policy markers, government officials, development professional, researchers and representatives from various organisations working in early childhood development, care and education from 40 countries including India are participating in the conference. | |
| 372. |
These countries have co-chaired the first founding conference of the International Solar Alliance (ISA-2018). |
| Answer» Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron co-chaired the first Founding Conference of International Solar Alliance (ISA) at the Rashtrapati Bhawan Cultural Center in New Delhi on March 11, 2018. The purpose of the summit is to focus on various aspects of promoting solar energy in 121 countries that are part of the International Solar Alliance. The summit was attended by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Bangladesh President Abdul Hamid among other dignitaries from over 50 countries. The ISA is the first treaty-based intergovernmental organisation to be based in India that aims to help sunshine-rich developing countries to tap solar energy at more affordable prices. | |
| 373. |
How many agreements has been inked between India and France which includes the field of education, environment, urban development and railways? |
| Answer» India and France inked 14 key pacts in the strategic areas of security, nuclear energy after extensive talks between PM Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron. Agreements in the field of education, environment, urban development and railways were also signed. The two countries also decided to step up cooperation in space technology and use it in the maritime domain. | |
| 374. |
Which country unveils the worldis biggest flag recently? |
| Answer» Bolivia unveiled its 200 km long flag, which it claims to be the worldis biggest flag. The flag extends between the cities La Paz and Oruro. It is made of blue cloth and features Bolivian national symbols. Its width is three meters. Bolivian people held the flag as a sign of support for Boliviais claim for access to the Pacific coast. Bolivia demands access to the Pacific Ocean, which it lost to Chile in a war in the 19th century. Bolivia will present its case demanding access to Chileis Pacific coast at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on 19th March 2018. | |
| 375. |
This country will observe a one-minute 'blackout' on March 25 to mark 'Genocide Day', in memory of the three million people killed by Pakistani forces during the country's Liberation War in 1971. |
| Answer» Bangladesh will observe a one-minute 'blackout' on March 25 to mark 'Genocide Day', in memory of the three million people killed by Pakistani forces during the country's Liberation War in 1971. The government will not suspend power supply, he said, but people will be asked to switch their lights off. Bangladesh started observing March 25 as 'Genocide Day' in 2017. | |
| 376. |
The first-ever crime-free zone along the international border between India and which country has launched? |
| Answer» For the first time, the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) have declared an 8.3 km stretch along the Indo-Bangladesh border a 'crime free zone' on March 10, 2018 to curb criminal activities including smuggling. It is the first-ever crime-free zone declared by both the countries. The stretch falls between the border outpost of Gunarmath and Kalyani of the BSF and Putkhali and Daulatpur of the BGB. This stretch is one of the most vulnerable with cattle smuggling and other criminal activities prevalent. With the help of civil administrations of the two countries, NGOs and the local populace, both border-guarding forces will help ensure no crime takes place along the stretch. This is a pilot project that will be reviewed after 5-6 months. | |
| 377. |
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and this counry president jointly inaugurated 101-megawatt solar power plant in Uttar Pradesh. |
| Answer» Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visiting French President Emmanuel Macron jointly inaugurated 101-megawatt solar power plant at Dadar Kala village in Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh. The largest solar projects in the country have been set up by French company ENGINE. The company was awarded the project in 2016 with the cost of Rs. 680 crore. Solar Energy Corporation of India has signed Power purchase agreement for 25 years with the company. | |
| 378. |
This country will host the multi-nation counter-terrorism exercise "Peace Mission 2018". |
| Answer» The multi-nation counter-terrorism exercise "Peace Mission" will be held at the Ural mountains of Russia in September 2018, which will take place under the framework of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The purpose of the exercise will be to enhance counter-terror cooperation among the 8 SCO member countries. It will be for the first time since Independence that India and Pakistan will both be part of a military exercise, though the armies of the two nations have worked together in UN peace keeping missions. The drill will also see the resumption of bilateral military exercise between India and China, which was suspended in 2017 following the 73-day Doklam standoff. The SCO was founded at a summit in Shanghai in 2001 by the Presidents of Russia, China, Kyrgyz Republic, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. India and Pakistan became full members of the bloc last year. With expansion of the grouping, SCO now represents over 40% of humanity and nearly 20% of the global GDP. | |
| 379. |
This country's cabinet approved the national policy of the atomic energy program recently. |
| Answer» Saudi Arabia's cabinet approved the national policy of the atomic energy program. The national policy limits all nuclear activities to peaceful purposes, within the limits drawn by international treaties. It also highlights the need for optimal utilization of natural resources from nuclear materials and usage of best practices for radioactive waste management. Riyadh had invited US companies to participate in developing Saudi Arabia's first atomic energy programme. | |
| 380. |
Along with which country India has won the Newton-Bhabha Fund for a project on Groundwater Arsenic Research in Ganga River Basin? |
| Answer» An India-UK Joint Team has won the Newton-Bhabha Fund for a project on Groundwater Arsenic Research in Ganga River Basin. The Department of Science and Technology, India and Natural Environment Research Council, UK, have undertaken this project jointly. Purpose of the project: to develop solutions to the water issues faced in Arsenic-affected Ganga River Basin. Indian Team: consists of representatives of IIT Kharagpur, National Institute of Hydrology, IIT Roorkee and Mahavir Cancer Sansthan and Research Centre of Patna. UK team: consists of representatives of University of Manchester, British Geological Survey, University of Salford and University of Birmingham. | |
| 381. |
Which two countries have launched a trial bus service between their capitals through India under the purview of BBIN Motor Vehicles Agreement? |
| Answer» Bangladesh and Nepal have launched a trial bus service between their capitals through India. The proposed commercial bus service comes under the purview of BBIN (Bangladesh-Bhutan-India-Nepal) Motor Vehicles Agreement. Currently, passengers use the Lalmonirhat-Burimari-Changrabandha-Siliguri route to go to Kathmandu. | |
| 382. |
Which neighboring country will be recommended for graduation from UN's Least Developed Country (LDC) category? |
| Answer» The United Nations Committee for Development Policy (CDP) has recently announced that the four countries will be recommended for graduation from the Least Developed Country (LDC) category. These are Bhutan, Kiribati, Sao Tome and Principe and Solomon Islands. These countries are set to move up from the ranks of poorest nations due to their increasing national earning power as well as access to better health care and education. LDCs are assessed using three criteria: health and education targets; economic vulnerability and gross national income per capita. The Committee will send its recommendations to the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for endorsement, which will then refer its decision to the UN General Assembly (UNGA). Apart from this, Chair of the Committee for Development Policy Professor Jose Antonio Ocampo stated that two more countries, Vanuatu and Angola, are scheduled for graduation in 2020 and 2021 respectively. | |
| 383. |
Whih country has become the first country in the world to deploy blockchain technology in election process? |
| Answer» Sierra Leone, a West African country has become the first country in the world to deploy blockchain technology in election process. Sierra Leone attained this distinction by deploying blockchain-based solution to count the votes and provide proof in the recently held Presidential elections. The blockchain based solution used in Sierra Leone's election was developed by a Switzerland based voting technology company, Agora. Total 16 candidates contested this election, and Agora used a proprietary blockchain distributed ledger to keep track of the votes. Based on this news, it can be inferred that blockchain-based solution that uses a publicly visible ledger for keeping track of elections has potential to complement and eventually replace electronic voting machines. | |
| 384. |
Which country Pays Tribute To J Dalmiya With Book 'A Tribute To Jagu'? |
| Answer» Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has released the book named 'A Tribute to Jagu' as a tribute to former BCCI President Jagmohan Dalmiya. This book has been compiled by SLC as a commemoration of Jagmohan Dalmiya's contributions to cricket. They honoured him posthumously as the greatest non-Sri Lankan contributor to Sri Lankan cricket. Avishek, son of Jagmohan Dalmiya, who is the joint secretary of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) received the book. | |
| 385. |
Which country informed the UN Secretary-General its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC)? |
| Answer» Philippines informed the UN Secretary-General its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC). Teodoro Locsin, permanent representative of Philippines to the UN, submitted a letter stating Philippines' withdrawal from ICC to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. The letter stated that, Philippines was withdrawing from the Rome Statute. The Rome Statute set up the ICC in 1998. Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte stated that, Philippines withdraws from ICC due to baseless and outrageous attacks by ICC against him and his administration. ICC had attempted to investigate Rodrigo Duterte on his anti-drugs campaign earlier. | |
| 386. |
Which country hosted the 14th Asian Cross Country Championship 2018? |
| Answer» The 14th Asian Cross Country Championship at Guiyang in China. Athletes from the host nation took the individual senior honours while Japan swept the four team titles on offer at the 14th Asian Cross Country Championships in Guiyang, China. Indian women's team comprising Sanjivani, Swati Gadhave, Jhuma Khatun and Lalita Babar also bagged a bronze medal. Performance of three best finishers of a country in the individual race is taken into account for team medal. | |
| 387. |
Which country signs a double taxation avoidance agreement (DTAA) with Hong Kong? |
| Answer» India and Hong Kong signed a double taxation avoidance agreement (DTAA) that seeks to improve transparency in tax matters and help curb tax evasion and avoidance. The agreement between India and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People's Republic of China was signed by Indian Ambassador to China Gautam Bambawale and Hong Kong Finance Secretary Paul Chan Mo-Po in Hong Kong. | |
| 388. |
Which country is hosting the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM 2018)? |
| Answer» The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM 2018) has started in London, United Kingdom with theme 'Towards a Common Future' from April 16. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take part in the event on 19th and 20th of April. The biennial event has brought together delegates from 53 Commonwealth nations. The focus will be on ensuring that the Commonwealth is responsive to global challenges and delivers a more prosperous, secure, sustainable and fair future for all its citizens, particularly its young people. | |
| 389. |
The 29th Arab League Summit 2018 will be hosted by; |
| Answer» The 29th Arab League Summit 2018 has started in Dahran, Saudi Arabia on April 15 to promote Arab joint action to address challenges facing the nation. In the annual gathering of Arab leaders, Saudi Arabia hopes to push for a unified stand against Iran. The fate of Jerusalem, as US plans to move its Embassy after declaring it the capital of Israel is also expected to dominate the Summit. Although in a long diplomatic stand off for the past nearly 10 months, both Saudi Arabia and Qatar have voiced support for the US led air strike on Syria. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the Vice President and Ruler of Dubai is leading the UAE's delegation to the 29th Arab League Summit. | |
| 390. |
How many billion dollars tariffs on China for its alleged unfair trade practices? |
| Answer» US President Donald Trump announced 60 billion US dollar tariffs on China for its alleged unfair trade practices. The White House the actions were necessary to counter unfair competition from China's state-led economy. The move is seen as a direct shot in a brewing trade war between the world's two biggest economies. The US Trade Representative Robert E. Lighthizer to announce within 15 days a proposed list of products to be hit with tariff increases. USTR already identified potential targets 1,300 product lines worth about 48 billion dollars. The President has also asked Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to come up with a list of restrictions on Chinese investment. The US currently has about 500 billion dollars of trade deficit with China. China has forcefully denounced President Trump's decision to impose tariffs on Chinese goods and accused him of putting the two economies on course for a trade war. China's embassy in Washington said in a statement said if a trade war was initiated by the United States, China would fight to the end to defend its own legitimate interests with all necessary measures. The embassy said it urges the US to cease and desist and warned that by endangering China-US trade relations, Washington will eventually end up hurting itself. | |
| 391. |
Which cabinet approved a bill guaranteeing equal pay for men and women? |
| Answer» With a vision to bring more females into its workforce, United Arab Emirates' cabinet approved a bill guaranteeing equal pay for men and women. This decision is a part of UAE Government efforts to narrow the gender gap. In context of this news, it is important to note that UAE ranked 120 out of 144 countries overall in the 2017 World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report. In context of this news, it is important to note that UAE ranked 120 out of 144 countries overall in the 2017 World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report. | |
| 392. |
Which country Ends Reservation In Government Jobs recently? |
| Answer» Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has decided to scrap the quota system in government services after thousands of students marched across the country in protest against a controversial policy of setting aside jobs for special groups. The students began the protests against discriminatory quotas for government jobs, leaving scores of people injured at the Dhaka University. | |
| 393. |
India, Uk, and this country have recently signed a MoU regarding the return of Illegal Migrants. |
| Answer» The Cabinet approved the MoU between India and the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland on the return of Illegal Migrants. The MoU will facilitate the visa-free agreement for holders of diplomatic passports as well as liberalisation of UK visa regime for those who are travelling to the UK legally It will ensure the return of persons who have no lawful basis to be in the territory. | |
| 394. |
Which country launched a challenge at the World Trade Organization (WTO) against China over intellectual property breaches? |
| Answer» USA launched a challenge at the World Trade Organization (WTO) against China over intellectual property breaches. A statement from the US Trade Representative's office, the United States is taking action at WTO to address China's unfair technology practices that run counter to WTO rules. US President Donald Trump hit China with tariffs up to 60 billion Dollars of imports to retaliate against the theft of American intellectual property, ratcheting up trade tensions between the world's two largest economies. Mr. Trump also announced he was directing the US Trade Representative's office to pursue dispute settlement in the WTO to confront China over its policies that result in unfair treatment for US companies and innovators trying to do business in China. US Trade Representative's office in a statement Chinese policies hurt innovators in the United States and worldwide by interfering with the ability of foreign technology holders to set market-based terms in licensing and other technology-related contracts. China warned the US that it was not afraid of a trade war as it threatened tariffs on 3 billion dollars worth of US goods in retaliation over the US measures. The World Trade Organization is not only a forum for nations to negotiate trade deals, but it also acts as a court to resolve trade disputes. | |
| 395. |
With which country DRC have signed Brazzaville Declaration to protect the world's largest tropical peatland? |
| Answer» Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Republic of Congo and Indonesia have signed Brazzaville Declaration that promotes better management and conservation of Cuvette Centrale region in the Congo Basin, the world's largest tropical peatlands. Peatlands are wetlands that contain a mixture of partially decomposed organic material. The declaration was signed on the sidelines of the Third Partners Meeting of the Global Peatlands Initiative, that was held in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, from 21st - 23rd March 2018. Indonesia has been made a party to this agreement as it is considered as most experienced country in the world on peat management issues. Equivalent of three years of global greenhouse gas emissions are stored in peatland of Cuvette Centrale region in the Congo Basin, which are about the size of England. | |
| 396. |
Which country's government proposes 10 years in jail for fake news? |
| Answer» Malaysia's government proposed new legislation to counter fake news, under which, offender will be penalised with 10-year jail term. The bill defines fake news as any news, information, data and reports presented in the form of print, visuals or audio, which contains wholly or partly false content. Individuals who create, offer, circulate, print or publish fake news or publications containing fake news will be penalised with a 10-year jail term, a fine of up to 500000 ringgit or both. Although incumbent Government has stated that this law is needed to protect public harmony and national security, opposition members consider it as an attack on the press and an attempt to instil fear among people before the general election in August 2018. | |
| 397. |
India and this country signed an agreement on Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation & Livestock (MAIL). |
| Answer» Cabinet approved the agreement between Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation & Livestock (MAIL), Afghanistan for cooperation in the field of food safety. FSSAI and MAIL would establish a mechanism of information exchange and communication. Areas of cooperation also include facilitating technical exchange on identified topics of interest. | |
| 398. |
Which country allows women to join national service amidst intensified diplomatic blockade by Arab quartet? |
| Answer» Qatar allows women to join national service amidst intensified diplomatic blockade by Arab quartet. Amidst intensified diplomatic blockade by Arab quartet, Qatar has taken a huge step of introducing women to join national service and also extended the time served in the military by conscripted men. The development comes after the economic and financial impact on Qatar put by Arab quartet including United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Egypt led blockade is fading slowly. However, it is the first time in Qatar that women had been allowed to undertake national service, although some women already serve in the military in administrative roles. | |
| 399. |
This country will host 2018 Boao Forum for Asia (BFA)? |
| Answer» The Boao Forum for Asia (BFA), often called Summer Davos, will be held at Boao, a coastal town in the southern island province of Hainan from April 8 to 11 with theme 'Open and Innovative Asia for a World of Greater Prosperity'. It is modeled after the World Economic Forum (WEF) held annually in Davos, Switzerland. It has its fixed address in Bo'ao, Hainan province, China, although the Secretariat is based in Beijing. The BFA is a non-profit organisation that hosts high-level forums for leaders from government, business, and academia in Asia and other continents to share their vision on the most pressing issues in this dynamic region and the world at large. | |
| 400. |
This country shifts International Workers' Day events from May 1 to May 7 recently. |
| Answer» The Sri Lankan government has decided to postpone International Workers Day events from May 1 to May 7 this year. This has been done to avoid an overlap with the Buddhist festival of Vesak. May 1 is significant internationally and commemorates the crucial gains made by working-class struggles. | |