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| 1901. |
What is the name of mobile application which aims to effectively track home-quarantines citizens and ensure they are actually staying in the home developed by Pune Municipal Corporation under Smart Cities Mission (SCM)? |
| Answer» Pune Municipal Corporation under Smart Cities Mission (SCM) has launched a mobile application named "Saiyam". The app aims to effectively track home-quarantines citizens and ensure they are actually staying in the home. | |
| 1902. |
RBI announces extension of Ways & Means Advances limit from Rs 1.2 lakh crore to how much for the remaining part of first half of the financial year 2020-21? |
| Answer» RBI announces extension of Ways & Means Advances limit from Rs 1.2 lakh crore to Rs 2 lakh crore for the remaining part of first half of the financial year 2020-21 (April 2020 to September 2020). | |
| 1903. |
An ordinance proposing new amendments to the Epidemic Disease Act, 1987 has been approved by the Union Cabinet on April 22, 2020.It includes the imprisonment of guilty for how much time? |
| Answer» An ordinance proposing new amendments to the Epidemic Disease Act, 1987 has been approved by the Union Cabinet on April 22, 2020. The amendment ensures the safety of healthcare workers and to end violence against them. It includes the imprisonment of guilty from 6 months to 7 years. The Union Minister Prakash Javadekar shared the news while briefing the media after a cabinet meeting. | |
| 1904. |
Indian herpetologists have discovered a new species of viper family- Trimeresurus Salazar in Pakke Tiger Reserve. Pakke Tiger Reserve is in which state? |
| Answer» Indian herpetologists have discovered a new species of viper family in Pakke Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh, and the green pit viper species was discovered by a team led by Zeeshan Mirza. | |
| 1905. |
What is the Dun & Bradstreet Composite Business Optimism Index for Q2 2020 (April-June)? |
| Answer» Dun & Bradstreet Composite Business Optimism Index at 49.40% for Q2 2020 (April-June); down 37% as compared to the year-ago period. | |
| 1906. |
National Highways Authority of India's centralized call number 1033 enabled to answer calls and help drivers/cleaners. What is the motto of NHAI? |
| Answer» National Highways Authority of India's centralized call number 1033 enabled to answer calls and help drivers/cleaners. The road transport ministry launched a dashboard containing a list of dhabas and truck repair shops. Motto of NHAI is Not just Roads, building a Nation. | |
| 1907. |
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued an advisory to print and electronic media by calling on journalists covering Corona virus-related incidents to take precautions. Who is current Minister of Information and Broadcasting? |
| Answer» Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued an advisory to print and electronic media by calling on journalists covering Corona virus-related incidents to take precautions. Around a large number of media, persons have recently contracted COVID-19 while covering the happenings in certain parts of the country. Prakash Javadekar is current Minister of Information and Broadcasting. | |
| 1908. |
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) planned to implement which drug against COVID-19? |
| Answer» Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) planned to implement the drug, Sepsivac. Cytokines are produced in response to an infection. Cytokines are essential for host defense against pathogens. There are six types of cytokines called cytokine profiles, acts on various pathogens. One of the significant contributors to death by COVID-19 is heightened immune response, called a cytokine storm. The immune system starts attacking both infected and uninfected cells. The drug modulates the immune system of the body, and the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI)approved the trial, and it will start soon at multiple hospitals. | |
| 1909. |
The government is now working towards procuring thousands of wristbands that will be integrated with which app to help medical personnel and authorities keep track of the movement of patients in hospitals? |
| Answer» Arogya Setu app helps people self-assess and track COVID-19 infections more accurately and effectively. The government is now working towards procuring thousands of wristbands that will be integrated with the app. These bands will help medical personnel and authorities keep track of the movement of patients in hospitals and those under self-quarantine along with supporting frontline workers to take proper safety measures. The price of these bands will be ranging at around Rs 2200 per piece. | |
| 1910. |
Which organisation started providing 10,000 water bottles per day to Delhi Police personnel out on the streets in the fight against COVID-19? |
| Answer» Indian Railways among the organizations started providing 10,000 water bottles per day to Delhi Police personnel out on the streets in the fight against COVID-19. Indian Railways along with IRCTC, RPF and Zonal Railways distributed 50,000 water bottles in New Delhi. | |
| 1911. |
Which organisation developed ten varieties of Anthurium, a flower with high market value, by cross-pollination which removes harmful airborne chemicals like formaldehyde, ammonia, toluene, xylene, and allergens? |
| Answer» National Innovation Foundation-India (NIF) developed ten varieties of Anthurium, a flower with high market value, by cross-pollination. It was developed by D Vasini Bai, a women innovator from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. | |
| 1912. |
Which institute has developed a microreactor that can produce large quantities of uniform size of nanoparticles? |
| Answer» Scientists from Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) have developed a microreactor that can produce large quantities of uniform size of nanoparticles. Producing a uniform size of nanoparticles has been a problem faced by the biomedical field. This discovery will serve as a major requirement in biomedical technology. The microreactor could synthesize metal, semiconductor, and polymer nanoparticles by continuous flow active microreactor. | |
| 1913. |
Which institute has taken initiative to manufacture nutrient-rich foods for COVID-19 patients at a time when the need for healthy and immunity-boosting foods is indispensable? |
| Answer» Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology (IIFPT), under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has taken initiative to manufacture nutrient-rich foods for COVID-19 patients at a time when the need for healthy and immunity-boosting foods is indispensable. | |
| 1914. |
Which company launched its generic version of cancer drug Dasatinib in India? |
| Answer» Shilpa Medicare launched its generic version of cancer drug Dasatinib. The monthly therapy cost of Rs.6,440. The company launched the Indian branded generic of Dasatinib, an anti-cancer drug with a brand name "Dasashil". Dasashil, the branded generic anti-cancer drug, will be available in all dosage strengths of 20 mg, 50 mg, 70 mg, and 100 mg tablets. | |
| 1915. |
Which organisation has initiated a study to engineer virucidal coatings to prevent the COVID-19 Transmission? |
| Answer» Researchers from Faridabad-based Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) has initiated a study to engineer virucidal coatings to prevent the COVID-19 Transmission. The study is carried out in collaboration with the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) and Department of Textile Technology, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. | |
| 1916. |
Government to set up how much fund to repay outstanding payments to MSMEs owed by govt. and private industries? |
| Answer» Government to set up Rs 1 trillion fund to repay outstanding payments to MSMEs owed by govt. and private industries. | |
| 1917. |
Which institutes along with a few other institutions is currently developing digital and molecular surveillance of the spread of novel coronavirus to understand the biology, epidemiology and disease impact? |
| Answer» The Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) and the Institute of Genetics and Integrated Biology (IGIB), along with a few other institutions is currently developing digital and molecular surveillance of the spread of novel coronavirus to understand the biology, epidemiology and disease impact. | |
| 1918. |
Which institute has developed Chitra Magna, an innovative RNA extraction kit, innovative technology for isolating RNA from swabs for COVID-19 tests? |
| Answer» Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) has developed Chitra Magna, an innovative RNA extraction kit, innovative technology for isolating RNA from swabs for COVID-19 tests. | |
| 1919. |
which yojna will use drones in mapping of properties in villages and will make it easier for villagers to avail loans from banks? |
| Answer» Swamitva Yojana will use drones in mapping of properties in villages and will make it easier for villagers to avail loans from banks. | |
| 1920. |
The home ministry has set up how many more inter-ministerial central teams (IMCTs) for making an on-spot assessment of Covid-19? |
| Answer» The home ministry has set up four more inter-ministerial central teams (IMCTs) for making an on-spot assessment of Covid-19 in Surat, Ahmedabad, Chennai and Hyderabad, while the team deputed for Mumbai and Pune has been asked to visit Thane. The IMCTs will focus on a range of issues including compliance and implementation of lockdown measures as per guidelines issued under the Disaster Management Act 2005. | |
| 1921. |
Which institute has developed carbon nitride quantum dots (g-CNQDs), a low-cost metal-free nanomaterial for visible light microbial disinfection? |
| Answer» Researchers at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) have developed carbon nitride quantum dots (g-CNQDs), a low-cost metal-free nanomaterial for visible light microbial disinfection. It can be an alternative to silver and other metal-based materials. | |
| 1922. |
Which institute has developed a herbal decongestant spray? |
| Answer» Scientists at CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow, have developed a herbal decongestant spray. This comes when the need for face masks rises to prevent corona infection. The spray will address breathing and congestion in the respiratory system which is caused by wearing a mask for a long time. | |
| 1923. |
Which institute has explored the neuroinvasive nature of the COVID-19 virus SARS-CoV-2? |
| Answer» Scientists of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Jodhpur have explored the neuroinvasive nature of the COVID-19 virus SARS-CoV-2. The study found that the loss of smell and taste of infected patients makes their entire Central Nervous System (CNS) and the underlying structures in the brain more prone to viral infection with devastating effects. | |
| 1924. |
Which hospital became the first government hospital in the country to successfully launch the plasma therapy treatment for COVID-19 patients? |
| Answer» The King George Medical University in Uttar Pradesh became the first government hospital in the country to successfully launch the plasma therapy treatment for COVID-19 patients. | |
| 1925. |
A team from the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT)-Bombay, NIT Srinagar and Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), Awantipora, Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir has developed a low-cost ventilator using locally available materials. What is its name? |
| Answer» A team from the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT)-Bombay, NIT Srinagar and Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), Awantipora, Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir has developed "Ruhdaar," a low-cost ventilator using locally available materials. This invention will solve the problem of the ventilator, which is the primary requirement to treat COVID-19 patients, as the high-end ventilators used in hospitals cost in lakhs of rupees. | |
| 1926. |
Which institute under the DST Nano Mission has developed organic-inorganic hybrid nanocoatings for disposable masks? |
| Answer» Dr.Viswanatha R from Jyothy Institute of Technology, Bengaluru under the DST Nano Mission has developed organic-inorganic hybrid nanocoatings for disposable masks. The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has approved the large-scale production of the mask. | |
| 1927. |
India's largest power producer, NTPC Ltd, has invited Global Expression of Interest (EoI) to provide how many Hydrogen Fuel Cell (FC) based electric buses? |
| Answer» India's largest power producer, NTPC Ltd, has invited Global Expression of Interest (EoI) to provide 10 Hydrogen Fuel Cell (FC) based electric buses and an equal number of Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based electric cars in Leh and Delhi. | |
| 1928. |
Which institute developed scientifically proven two herbal products namely 'CIM-Paushak' and 'Herbal Cough Syrup' that can boost the immunity of the persons? |
| Answer» The Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (CIMAP), Lucknow, researchers have developed scientifically proven two herbal products namely 'CIM-Paushak' and 'Herbal Cough Syrup' that can boost the immunity of the persons. The products will help to alleviate the dry cough symptom generally associated with the coronavirus infection. | |
| 1929. |
According to Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) report titled "Trends in World Military Expenditure, 2019", what is India's rank in military spender in the world? |
| Answer» Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) report titled "Trends in World Military Expenditure, 2019" stated that India has become the third-largest military spender in the world, after the US and China. | |
| 1930. |
Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change represented India in the first virtual Petersberg Climate Dialogue on 28 April. WHo is current Union Minister of Environment, Forest? |
| Answer» Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Prakash Javadekar represented India in the first virtual Petersberg Climate Dialogue on 28 April. The first virtual Climate Dialogue was the eleventh session of Petersberg Climate Dialogue. It has been hosted by Germany since 2010. | |
| 1931. |
A report by the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Secretariat stated that the APEC region is expected to post how much percent economic decline in 2020 due to the impact of COVID-19? |
| Answer» A report by the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Secretariat stated that the APEC region is expected to post a 2.7% economic decline in 2020 due to the impact of COVID-19. It also stated that this decline will be the most significant fall since the near-zero growth rate logged in 2009. | |
| 1932. |
Which organisation offers free online self-certification course - Corona Warriors - for frontline health workers to deal with COVID-19 patient? |
| Answer» TCS iON offers free online self-certification course - Corona Warriors - for frontline health workers to deal with COVID-19 patient. | |
| 1933. |
Which institute has started the trial of Mycobacterium w (Mw), an anti-leprosy drug on COVID-19 patients? |
| Answer» The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has started the trial of Mycobacterium w (Mw), an anti-leprosy drug. The information was passed by the Director of CSIR Shekhar Mande. Under this one particular formulation, called "Mycobacterium w (Mw)", a heat-killed bacteria will be tried on different COVID-19 patients. CSIR has been granted approval to conduct the trial from the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI). | |
| 1934. |
Which institute has designed a safe and multi-surface sanitizer using UV light for the disinfection of devices in the combat against COVID-19? |
| Answer» IIT-Bhubaneswar has designed a safe and multi-surface sanitizer using UV light for the disinfection of devices in the combat against COVID-19. | |
| 1935. |
Which City used the spraying of sanitizer in the selected areas of City under Smart Cities Mission to contain COVID-19 spread? |
| Answer» Varanasi Smart City used the spraying of sanitizer in the selected areas of Varanasi City under Smart Cities Mission to contain COVID-19 spread. For this purpose, the city has engaged with Garuda Aerospace Private Limited, a Chennai based company. The move comes due to the limited options for transportation during the lockdown period. | |
| 1936. |
CRISIL revises its 2020-21 economic growth forecast to how much from 3.5% made in late March? |
| Answer» CRISIL revises its 2020-21 economic growth forecast to 1.8% from 3.5% made in late March. | |
| 1937. |
Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has allowed the Common Service Centre (CSCs), an SPV under the Ministry of IT and Electronics, to begin the Aadhaar updation facility at its CSCs facility which operates as Banking Correspondents (BCs). Who is current Minister for Communications? |
| Answer» Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has allowed the Common Service Centre (CSCs), an SPV under the Ministry of IT and Electronics, to begin the Aadhaar updation facility at its CSCs facility which operates as Banking Correspondents (BCs). The announcement was made by the Union Minister for Communications, MEITY, and Law and Justice Ravi Shankar Prasad. | |
| 1938. |
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) revises its 2020-21 economic growth forecast to how much from 3.6% made on March 30? |
| Answer» India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) revises its 2020-21 economic growth forecast to 1.9% from 3.6% made on March 30. | |
| 1939. |
Central Public Works Department (CPWD) has issued guidelines on using the central air-conditioners in public buildings during the COVID-19 pandemic. CPWD was established in which year? |
| Answer» Central Public Works Department (CPWD) has issued guidelines on using the central air-conditioners in public buildings during the COVID-19 pandemic. The move comes as per the guidance of Delhi High Court. The guidelines were the Indian Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air Conditioner Engineers (ISHRAE).CPWD was established in 1854. It functions under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). | |
| 1940. |
Moody's Investors Service cuts India growth forecast for calendar year 2020 to how much percent from 2.5% projected in March? |
| Answer» Moody's Investors Service cuts India growth forecast for calendar year 2020 to 0.2% from 2.5% projected in March. | |
| 1941. |
Scientists from which institute reported that the largest hole in the Ozone layer spreading over 1 million square kilometers above the Arctic has closed due to unusual atmospheric conditions? |
| Answer» Scientists from Copernicus European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) reported that the largest hole in the Ozone layer spreading over 1 million square kilometers above the Arctic has closed due to unusual atmospheric conditions.The hole in Ozone was first identified by scientists in March 2020. The development of the hole was confirmed by Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) and Copernicus Atmospheric Monitoring Services (CAMS) by the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF). | |
| 1942. |
India is set to produce indigenous rapid testing and RT-PCR diagnostic kits by the end of which month? |
| Answer» India is set to produce indigenous rapid testing and RT-PCR diagnostic kits by the end of May. The information was passed by the Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan. Several initiatives are taken by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and public sector undertakings (PSUs) namely Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) and Bharat Immunologicals and Biologicals Corporation Limited (BIBCOL). | |
| 1943. |
National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC) under NTRO assessment states that India's critical sectors may fall prey to inimical forces that could use relaxations in geofencing restrictions granted to employees working from home to make cyber attacks. When was National Technical Research Organisation set up? |
| Answer» National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC) under National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) assessment states that India's critical sectors may fall prey to inimical forces that could use relaxations in geofencing restrictions granted to employees working from home to make cyber attacks.National Technical Research Organisation was set up in 2004. | |
| 1944. |
Which City used a Mobile COVID-19 sample collection kiosk under the smart city mission? |
| Answer» Agartala Smart City used a Mobile COVID-19 sample collection kiosk under the smart city mission. Agartala Smart City has designed and submitted it to the city's Chief Medical Officer (CMO). This initiative is a major step by Agartala in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.The kiosk ensures protection to the sample collecting doctor and prevents wastage of personal protection equipment (PPE). | |
| 1945. |
Axis Bank to increase its stake in Max Life Insurance to how much perccent? |
| Answer» Axis Bank to increase its stake in Max Life Insurance to 30% remaining 70% to be held by Max Financial Services in the joint venture. | |
| 1946. |
A multi-disciplinary expert group COVIDActionCollab (CAC) is developing a protocol to test sewage for COVID-19 traces in selected densely populated urban residential areas of which cities? |
| Answer» A multi-disciplinary expert group COVIDActionCollab (CAC) is developing a protocol to test sewage for COVID-19 traces in selected densely populated urban residential areas of Bengaluru and Kolkata. The idea was initiated by the social enterprise platform Catalyst Group. | |
| 1947. |
The Ministry of Finance has established the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) through a notification on 27 April. The headquarters of IFSCA will be located in which city? |
| Answer» The Ministry of Finance has established the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) through a notification on 27 April. The headquarters of IFSCA will be located in Gandhinagar in Gujarat. IFSCA will regulate all financial services in International Financial Services Centres (IFSCs) in the country. | |
| 1948. |
Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day is celebrated on which date? |
| Answer» Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day is celebrated in the Indian states of Maharashtra and Gujarat on 1 May every year. The day commemorates the formation of the state on this day in 1960. | |
| 1949. |
Which institute has developed a microwave sterilizer named "ATULYA". The sterilizer will disintegrate coronavirus? |
| Answer» Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune, supported by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed a microwave sterilizer named "ATULYA". The sterilizer will disintegrate coronavirus. | |
| 1950. |
ADB approves how much loan for enabling reliable power connection in rural areas of Maharashtra? |
| Answer» ADB approves USD 346 million loan for enabling reliable power connection in rural areas of Maharashtra. | |