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| 1201. |
India - Bangladesh Information and Broadcasting Ministers' Meet 2020 was held in which city? |
| Answer» India - Bangladesh Information and Broadcasting Ministers' Meet 2020 is being held in New Delhi on 14 January 2020. Bangladesh Information Minister Muhammad H Mahmud is participating in the meeting. | |
| 1202. |
Which company launched the new fuel High Flash High-Speed Diesel (HFHSD) - IN 512? |
| Answer» Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) launched the new fuel High Flash High-Speed Diesel (HFHSD) - IN 512, with revised technical specification. | |
| 1203. |
Indian Railways has signed MoU with _______ for Phase 2 of e-Office execution? |
| Answer» Indian Railways has signed MoU with RailTel, a Mini Ratna PSU under Ministry of Railways, for the phase 2 of the National Informatics Centre (NIC) e-office project. This comes after the successful completion of the Phase 1 execution of the NIC e office for 50000 users in 58 units. | |
| 1204. |
Who is to be the first woman parade adjutant for the Republic Day parade? |
| Answer» Captain Tania Shergill has been selected to be the first woman parade adjutant for the Republic Day parade. The parade adjutant is responsible for the parade. In the 2019 Republic Day parade. Captain Bhavna Kasturi was the first woman officer to lead an all-men contingent. | |
| 1205. |
Who launched welfare scheme for women in Goa? |
| Answer» Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Textiles, Smriti Irani launched 3 welfare Schemes namely the Yashaswini Scheme for Women entrepreneurship, SwasthyaSahayak Project and breast cancer screening initiative for women in Goa in the presence of Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and State Health Minister Vishwajit Rane. | |
| 1206. |
ISRO to launch GSAT-30 on 17 January from which place? |
| Answer» Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is to launch a communication satellite (geosynchronous satellites) GSAT-30 onboard the Ariane-5 launch vehicle (VA 251) from French Guiana, northeastern coast of South America on 17 January 2020. | |
| 1207. |
Fuel conservation mega campaign 'Saksham' was recently inaugurated in which city? |
| Answer» Secretary, Petroleum and Natural Gas Dr. M MKutty inaugurated fuel conservation mega campaign 'Saksham' in New Delhi on 16 January 2020. The campaign was organized by the Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCRA). The campaign will be held for a month. | |
| 1208. |
Central Adoption Resource Authority celebrated its ________ Annual Day? |
| Answer» Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) celebrated its 5th Annual Day in New Delhi on 15 January 2020. Secretary WCD, Rabindra Panwar along with other senior officials of the Ministry, its associated Statutory/Autonomous Bodies and representatives from the States and Union Territories participated in the function. | |
| 1209. |
India Meteorological Department recently celebrated its ________ Foundation Day? |
| Answer» The India Meteorological Department (IMD) celebrated its 145th Foundation Day on 15 January 2020. The day was celebrated by the Ministry of Earth Science. | |
| 1210. |
Who inaugurated exhibition on Indian Heritage in Digital Space? |
| Answer» Union MoS Culture and Tourism (Independent Charge) Prahlad Singh Patel inaugurated the exhibition on Indian Heritage in Digital Space and First International Heritage Symposium at National Museum, New Delhi.The exhibition will be open till 15 February 2020. | |
| 1211. |
Which edition of Annual Meeting of FEMBoSA is to be hosted by Election Commission of India? |
| Answer» Election Commission of India (ECI) is to host the 10th Annual Meeting of the Forum of the Election Management Bodies of South Asia (FEMBoSA) and an International Conference on Strengthening Institutional Capacity.The theme of the 10th annual meeting of the forum is Strengthening Institutional Capacity. | |
| 1212. |
SCI-FFI 2020being held at which city? |
| Answer» The fifth edition of Science Film Festival of India (SCI-FFI) 2020 kick-off in Panaji, Goa on 15 January 2020. The four-day-long festival was inaugurated by Chief Minister, Dr. Paramod Sawant and will end on 18 January. | |
| 1213. |
Annual Global Risks Report is a report released by which organisation? |
| Answer» Annual Global Risks Report of Geneva-based WEF identifies 5 global risks: extreme weather events, human-made environmental disasters, major biodiversity loss, natural disasters, and failure of climate change mitigation and adaptation. | |
| 1214. |
'Vigyan Samagam' has been scheduled to be held in which city? |
| Answer» A multi-venue mega-science exhibition 'Vigyan Samagam' has been scheduled to be held in New Delhi from 21 January to 20 March 2020 at the National Science Centre (NSC), New Delhi. The first-of-its-kind exhibition is being hosted in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Delhi from May 2019 to March 2020. | |
| 1215. |
First session of India-Norway DIT was held in which city? |
| Answer» The first Session of India-Norway Dialogue on Trade & Investment (DTI) was held in New Delhi on 15-16 January 2020. The session was co-chaired by Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce, Nidhi Mani Tripathi, and Director General, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries, Mr. ErlingRimestad. | |
| 1216. |
The national conclave on Emerging Opportunities in the natural gas sector was held in which city? |
| Answer» The national conclave on Emerging Opportunities in the natural gas sector was held on 23 January in New Delhi. It was graced by Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Shri Dharmendra Pradhan. The present share of gas in the energy basket of the country is 6.2% and the target is to take it to 15% by 2030. In India, Gujarat has a 26% share of gas-based energy. | |
| 1217. |
Private all-women cab service has recently been launched from which airport? |
| Answer» Private all-women cab service has recently been launched from the Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi. The move is to make women feel safe in the national capital. | |
| 1218. |
According to TRAI, which is the largest mobile service company with 36.9 crore mobile subscribers? |
| Answer» Reliance Jio has become the largest telecom player with 36.9 crore mobile subscribers in November 2019, according to the data published by telecom regulator Trai on January 16. Vodafone Idea reported a total mobile subscriber base of 33.62 crore and Bharti Airtel at 32.73 crore customers for November 2019. | |
| 1219. |
Sanrakshan Kshamta Mahotsav was organised in which city? |
| Answer» Sanrakshan Kshamta Mahotsav - 2020 was organised by Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCRA) in New Delhi to promote conservation and efficient. | |
| 1220. |
International Heritage Symposium was organized in which city? |
| Answer» Delhi hosted the first-ever International Heritage Symposium and Exhibition (IHSE) at the National Museum in Janpath on January 15 and 16, 2020. The event, was headlined by a symposium featuring distinguished speakers, aims for interdisciplinary discussions that will help preserve India's cultural heritage for posterity. | |
| 1221. |
Researchers of which institute developed a device to generate hydrogen fuel from seawater? |
| Answer» Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras have developed a novel device that can be used to generate hydrogen fuel from seawater, an advance that may contribute to a cleaner energy future. | |
| 1222. |
Ministry of Rural Developmentwith whichfoundation has signed MoU to strengthen grassroots institutions? |
| Answer» The Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana, National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).The MoU aims to strengthen grassroots institutions of the rural poor. | |
| 1223. |
What is the theme of Ministry of Commerce and Industry's tableau on Start Up India at the Republic Day Parade? |
| Answer» The Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) operating under Ministry of Commerce and Industry is to showcase tableau on Start Up India at the Republic Day Parade to be held at Rajpath, New Delhi. The tableau is to be held under the theme "Reach for the sky". | |
| 1224. |
Who recently launched APNA UREA SonaUgle brand of HURL? |
| Answer» Chemicals and Fertilizers Minister D.V. Sadananda Gowda launched the APNA UREA - Sona Ugle brand of Hindustan Urvarak and Rasayan Limited (HURL) at a function in New Delhi. HURL is a Joint Venture Company promoted by the three MahaRatna Companies - Coal India Limited, NTPC Limited, and Indian Oil Corporation Limited. | |
| 1225. |
Conference of Commonwealth Parliamentary Association India Region is being held in which city? |
| Answer» The 7th Conference of Commonwealth Parliamentary Association India Region is being organized in the legislative assembly building in Lucknow from 16-19 January 2020. | |
| 1226. |
According to UN WESP 2020 report, how much global economy grew in 2019? |
| Answer» The global economy recorded its lowest growth of the decade in 2019, falling to 2.3% as a result of protracted trade disputes and a slowdown in domestic investment.The U.N.'s annual report, the World Economic Situation and Prospects 2020, forecast a modest acceleration in global growth, reaching 2.5% in 2020 and 2.7% in 2021. | |
| 1227. |
Who is to acquire manufacturing facility of General Motors in Talegaon, Maharashtra? |
| Answer» Chinese automobile major Great Wall Motors (GWM) will acquire the Talegaon manufacturing facility of General Motors (GM). The factory will be used by GWM for an Indian debut. GWM VP (global strategy) Liu Xiangshang said the transaction would underpin the company's plan to enter and invest in India. | |
| 1228. |
Mohun Bagan has recently merged with which football club? |
| Answer» Mohun Bagan will be rechristened ATK-Mohun Bagan from next season after the iconic club merged with ATK FC by selling the majority stake to the owner of the two-time Indian Super League winners. The merged club will come into existence in June and will compete in the ISL 2020-21. | |
| 1229. |
Who flagged off the inaugural run of the Ahmedabad-Mumbai Tejas Express? |
| Answer» Amid fanfare the Ahmedabad-Mumbai Tejas Express, the second premium train to be run by Railway subsidiary IRCTC, was flagged off by Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. Equipped with modern facilities, the train departed from Ahmedabad at 10.43am and will reach Mumbai after 6.30 hours, covering a distance of nearly 500km. This is the second premium train to be operated by IRCTC, the Railway firm that handles catering, tourism and online ticketing. | |
| 1230. |
Who is the author of 'The Winning Sixer'? |
| Answer» It should come as no surprise that W.V. Raman has authored a book. The former India opener has always been one of the shrewdest voices on cricket, forthright and informed in his opinion and never shy of expressing it. In 'The Winning Sixer', released formally by Anil Kumble, Raman has drawn on his own experiences, and those of other athletes, to derive leadership lessons from sport. | |
| 1231. |
National Information Centre has set up Centre of Block Chain Technology in which city? |
| Answer» National Informatics Centre (NIC) set up the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Blockchain Technology in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The main aim is to provide Blockchain as a service and to allow all stakeholders to benefit from shared learning, experiences, and resources. | |
| 1232. |
Amazon India is to induct_______electric vehicles into its delivery fleet by 2025? |
| Answer» Amazon India has announced that it is to induct 10,000 electric vehicles (EV) into its delivery fleet by 2025. It is a part of the company's measures to reduce the carbon footprint and environmental impact of its operations in the country. | |
| 1233. |
How many total Agri products testing laboratories have been set up by APEDA? |
| Answer» Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has added 135 laboratories to existing 51 recognized laboratories. With this addition of laboratories, APEDA recognition of laboratories has reached 186 laboratories in India. | |
| 1234. |
The 2nd edition of NIC TechConclave 2020 is to be held in which city? |
| Answer» The 2nd edition of NIC TechConclave 2020 is to be held on 21-22 January 2020 at Pravasi Bhartiya Kendra, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi. The conclave will be inaugurated by the Union Minister for Law & Justice, Communications and Electronics & Information Technology, Shri Ravi Shankar Prasad. | |
| 1235. |
According to the World Gold Council's report, RBI ranks______ in buying gold abroad? |
| Answer» The World Gold Council (WGC) recently released its report, "World Gold Outlook 2020". The report says that gold has performed the best since 2010 in 2019. In 2019, the gold trade in USD has increased by 18.4% as compared to 2010. According to the WGC, RBI (Reserve Bank of India) currently holds 625.2 tonnes of gold. This is 6.6% of the country's foreign exchange. With this, India ranks sixth in the world among other central banks. | |
| 1236. |
Annual meeting of the World Economic Forum will be organized at which place? |
| Answer» The 50th World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting will be held on 21-24 January 2020, in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland. WEF annual meetings aim to engage world leaders in collaborative activities to shape the global, regional, and industry agendas at the beginning of each year. | |
| 1237. |
How many new deals have been signed by China and Myanmar under BRI to implement China-Myanmar Economic Corridor? |
| Answer» On January 18, 2020, China and Myanmar signed 33 new deals under BRI (Belt and Road Initiative) to implement China-Myanmar Economic Corridor. Also, a concession agreement was signed by the countries to implement the deep seaport project called Kyaukphyu Special Economic Zone. | |
| 1238. |
'Fit India Cyclothon' was recently organized in which city? |
| Answer» Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju on January 19 inaugurated the 'Fit India Cyclothon' along with Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant at Campal Parade Ground in Panaji, Goa. The event is part of the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' 'Fit India Mission' and has been jointly organized with Goa's Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs. | |
| 1239. |
The Sea Cadet Corps unit of Visakhapatnam recently celebrated its ______anniversary? |
| Answer» The Sea Cadet Corps (SCC) unit of Visakhapatnam, celebrated its 50th anniversary with a ceremonial parade held at INS Circars Parade Ground. Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, reviewed the parade and inspected the guard of honour.The parade was conducted by 12 platoons of SSC, including four girl cadet platoons. | |
| 1240. |
How many questions to the citizens will be asked in the Census 2021? |
| Answer» For the first time, the Census will collect data of transgenders headed houses. Also, the census will enquire about "Main cereal", which is also included for the first time in the history of census of India. The Census 2021 is to ask 31 questions to the citizens. | |
| 1241. |
Elecrama conference was recently held at which place? |
| Answer» Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar explained that the electric vehicles are the future of the country as they are eco-friendly and helpful in the reduction of carbon footprint. The fourteenth edition of Elecrama - a conference for discussion on new trends and innovation for energy transition at Greater Noida. | |
| 1242. |
Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India recently celebrated its ______ foundation day? |
| Answer» The 14th Foundation day of Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCIL) was celebrated in New Delhi. Union Minister of Railways and Commerce & Industry Shri Piyush Goyal participated in the event. | |
| 1243. |
Which Election Commission's App has won 2019 eGovernance 'Award of Excellence'? |
| Answer» The two innovative ICT applications of Election Commission of India i.e. 'cVIGIL' and 'Voter Helpline App' developed in-house have won the eGovernance 'Award of Excellence' for the year 2019. These awards were given by Computer Society of India (CSI), Special Interest Group on e-Governance (CSI SIG e-Gov) at KiiT, Bhubaneswar. | |
| 1244. |
According to the latest World Economic Outlook Report of IMF, what is India's economic growth estimate in 2019-20? |
| Answer» The International Monetary Fund has slashed its estimate on India's 2019 economic growth to 4.8% from the 6.1% expansion it projected in October, citing a sharper-than-expected slowdown in local demand and stress in the non-bank financial sector. | |
| 1245. |
On signboards at Uttarakhand platforms,Indian Railways is to replace Urdu with which language? |
| Answer» The Indian Railway authorities have decided to replace the Urdu language on signboards at the Uttarakhand state platforms with Sanskrit. The decision by the railways was taken as per provisions of the Railway Manual. It stated that the names of the railway stations should be written in Hindi, English and in the second language of the state. | |
| 1246. |
Which ministry has recently launched paperless licensing process for petroleum service stations? |
| Answer» Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade has launched paperless licensing process for petroleum service stations. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is a central government department under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. | |
| 1247. |
Who will be appointed the chairman of Supreme court's committee on road safety? |
| Answer» The Supreme Court said it would appoint one of its retired judges, Justice A M Sapre, as the chairman of its committee on road safety after the panel's current head -- former apex court judge Justice K S P Radhakrishnan -- expressed difficulty in continuing in that position. | |
| 1248. |
The Bloomsbury Anthology of Great Indian Poems has been edited by which person? |
| Answer» The Bloomsbury Anthology of Great Indian Poems edited by Abhay Kumar is to be launched on 23 January 2020. It will be launched on the opening day of the Jaipur Literature Festival 2020. The anthology covers over 3000 years of Indian poetry which were written in 28 Indian languages. | |
| 1249. |
The National Disaster Response Force recently celebrated its______ Raising Day at New Delhi? |
| Answer» The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) celebrated its 15th Raising Day at New Delhi on 18 January 2020. NDRF plays a vital role in saving human lives and national property in disaster response operations. It has always been in the forefront to tackle any kind of disaster occurring in the country. | |
| 1250. |
What is India's rank in theCarbon Disclosure Project report? |
| Answer» On January 21, 2020, the Carbon Disclosure Project, an annual report on carbon reduction activities of different countries and their firms was released by a non-profit organization Global Reporting Initiative.United States topped the list with 135 companies being transparent in their disclosure. Followed by US, Japan ranked second with 83 companies. On the third, fourth and fifth ranks were UK (78), France (51) and India (38) respectively. | |