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| 1951. |
Which institute has developed HCARD (Hospital Care Assistive Robotic Device)? |
| Answer» CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CMERI) has developed HCARD (Hospital Care Assistive Robotic Device). The device can help frontline healthcare workers in maintaining physical distance from those infected by a coronavirus. | |
| 1952. |
The Task Force on National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) submitted its Final Report on the NIP for 2019-25 to the Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman. What is target year for India of becoming a $5 trillion economy? |
| Answer» The Task Force on National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) submitted its Final Report on the NIP for 2019-25 to the Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman. The report holds several recommendations on general and sectoral reforms relating to Infrastructure for implementation by Centre and States in India. The main objective is to improve the project preparation, attract investments both domestic and foreign into infrastructure which will be crucial for the target of becoming a $5 trillion economy by FY 2025. | |
| 1953. |
UGC releases guidelines for examinations and academic calendar for universities in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. When was UGC formed? |
| Answer» UGC releases guidelines for examinations and academic calendar for universities in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. New academic session for freshers may begin in universities from September and for already enrolled students in August. The University Grants Commission of India (UGC India) is a statutory body set up by the Government of India in accordance to the UGC Act 1956. | |
| 1954. |
Which company will set up two Centres for Invention, Innovation, Incubation and Training (CIIITs) at Baramulla and Jammu? |
| Answer» Tata Technologies to set up two Centres for Invention, Innovation, Incubation and Training (CIIITs) at Baramulla and Jammu. | |
| 1955. |
Which institute has designed and developed Electrostatic Disinfection Machine, an innovative technology for effective disinfection and sanitization to fight against COVID-19 pandemic? |
| Answer» CSIR-Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIR-CSIO), Chandigarh, has designed and developed Electrostatic Disinfection Machine, an innovative technology for effective disinfection and sanitization to fight against COVID-19 pandemic. | |
| 1956. |
Which institute has modified the structure of Berberine into Ber-D to use as an Alzheimer's inhibitor? |
| Answer» Scientists from Jawaharlal Nehru Centre For Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) have modified the structure of Berberine into Ber-D to use as an Alzheimer's inhibitor. Berberine is a natural and cheap product similar to curcumin, available commercially. | |
| 1957. |
Output of eight core infrastructure industries grew how much percent in 2019-20? |
| Answer» Output of eight core infrastructure industries grew 0.6% in 2019-20. The figure was 4.4% in 2018-19. | |
| 1958. |
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has identified the how many drugs/drug candidates for repurposing as they can be quickly deployed for treatment? |
| Answer» Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has identified the top 25 drugs/drug candidates for repurposing as they can be quickly deployed for treatment. On of the top 25 drugs is Favipiravir. Favipiravir is a broad-spectrum inhibitor of viral RNA polymerase and has emerged as one of the most promising drugs. Favipiravir was developed by Fujifilm Toyama Chemical Ltd. It is an approved treatment for common influenza and is marketed in Russia, China, and Japan. | |
| 1959. |
National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) paid tribute to celebrate painter and artist Raja Ravi Varma on which birth anniversary on 29 April 2020? |
| Answer» National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) paid tribute to celebrated painter and artist Raja Ravi Varma on his 172nd birth anniversary on 29 April 2020 through a virtual tour. This virtual tour showcased the entire collection of his artworks at reserve collection, NGMA in New Delhi. | |
| 1960. |
What is India's rank among 117 nations in terms of budget transparency and accountability by Open Budget Survey? |
| Answer» India was ranked 53rd among 117 nations in terms of budget transparency and accountability by Open Budget Survey. | |
| 1961. |
The scientist from which institute has studied rivers in Ladakh Himalaya and found out the 35,000-year history of river erosion and identified hotspots of erosion and wide valleys that act as buffer zones? |
| Answer» Scientists from the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG) studied rivers in Ladakh Himalaya. Their study found out the 35,000-year history of river erosion and identified hotspots of erosion and wide valleys that act as buffer zones. | |
| 1962. |
Which city has created a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) dashboard which will show various hotspots, heat maps, positive cases, recovered cases, etc of COVID-19? |
| Answer» Agra Smart City, Uttar Pradesh has created a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) dashboard which will show various hotspots, heat maps, positive cases, recovered cases, etc of COVID-19. | |
| 1963. |
Which institute developed a generalized one-dimensional fluid simulation code capable of studying a wide spectrum of coherent electric field structures in near-earth plasma environment or earth's magnetosphere? |
| Answer» Scientists at the Indian Institute of Geomagnetism (IIG) an autonomous institution of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) developed a generalized one-dimensional fluid simulation code capable of studying a wide spectrum of coherent electric field structures in near-earth plasma environment or earth's magnetosphere. | |
| 1964. |
Which TV show creates world record for Highest Viewed Entertainment Programme Globally? |
| Answer» Ramayan creates world record for Highest Viewed Entertainment Programme Globally. 77 million people watched it on April 16. | |
| 1965. |
Which organisation launched 'Year of Awareness on Science & Health (YASH)' a programme on health and risk communication with a focus on COVID-19? |
| Answer» National Council for Science & Technology Communication (NCSTC), Department of Science & Technology (DST) launched 'Year of Awareness on Science & Health (YASH)' a programme on health and risk communication with a focus on COVID-19. | |
| 1966. |
How many new mandis were added to the e-NAM platform from 7 States on 1 may 2020? |
| Answer» On 1 May 2020, 200 new mandis were added to the e-NAM platform from 7 States. The function was headed by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Narendra Singh Tomar. Centre aims to add 1,000 Mandis to the e-NAM platform for marketing of Agricultural produce. It is expected that the Prime minister's vision of using technology for the benefit of farmers will soon be realized. | |
| 1967. |
The Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Ram Vilas Paswan approved the integration of how many more States and Union Territories (UTs) with the National Cluster under the "One Nation One Ration Card" plan? |
| Answer» The Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Ram Vilas Paswan approved the integration of 5 States and Union Territories (UTs) with the National Cluster under the "One Nation One Ration Card" plan. The 5 states/UTs include Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. Already 12 states are under the One Nation One Ration Card plan. The 12 are Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Kerala, Karnataka Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Tripura. | |
| 1968. |
Govt. raises MSP (Minimum Support Price) for MFP (Minor Forest Produce) of how many items to benefit livelihoods of tribal gatherers in view of circumstance arising out of Covid 19? |
| Answer» Govt. raises MSP (Minimum Support Price) for MFP (Minor Forest Produce) of 49 items to benefit livelihoods of tribal gatherers in view of circumstance arising out of Covid 19. | |
| 1969. |
Home Ministry announces extension of lockdown for a further period of how many weeks with effect from May 4? |
| Answer» Home Ministry announces extension of lockdown for a further period of 2 weeks with effect from May 4.Guidelines issued to regulate different activities in this period, based on the risk profiling of the districts of the country into Red (hotspot), Green and Orange Zones. | |
| 1970. |
What was the title of 12th session of Dekho Apna Desh of Tourism Ministry held on 30 April 2020? |
| Answer» The 12th session of Dekho Apna Desh of Tourism Ministry was held on 30 April 2020. It was titled as 'Celebrating the Incredible Indian Women in Responsible Tourism'. It presented some powerful and personal stories of a few incredible women in India, who offer an alternative imagination of travel. | |
| 1971. |
Government of India has released the second installment of how much rs. under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojna (PMJDY) for fighting lockdown due to COVID-19? |
| Answer» Government of India has released the second installment of Rs.500 under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojna (PMJDY) for fighting lockdown due to COVID-19. | |
| 1972. |
Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has announced to launch a national e-commerce marketplace. What is its name? |
| Answer» Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has announced to launch 'Bharatmarket', a national e-commerce marketplace. It will be used for all retail traders in collaboration with several technology partners. | |
| 1973. |
What is name of special trains started by Indian Govt. for stranded migrant labourers? |
| Answer» First "Shramik Special" train arrives in Patna from Jaipur carrying 1,187 stranded migrant labourers .The train ran point-to-point non-stop . A medical screening of the passengers was carried out on arrival at the station by 20 medical teams. | |
| 1974. |
The United States Food and Drug Authority (USFDA) has allowed emergency use of which antiviral drug, for treatment of severely ill COVID-19 patients? |
| Answer» The United States Food and Drug Authority (USFDA) has allowed emergency use of the antiviral drug, Remdesivir for treatment of severely ill COVID-19 patients. | |
| 1975. |
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER),addressed the Bamboo Conclave through Video Conference. Who is current Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Development of North Eastern Region? |
| Answer» Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr. Jitendra Singh, addressed the Bamboo Conclave through Video Conference. The Union Ministry of Agriculture and stakeholders from different sectors participated in the conference. | |
| 1976. |
According to IHS Markit India what is the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) of the manufacturing sector activity of the country in April? |
| Answer» IHS Markit India stated that the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) of the manufacturing sector activity of the country has slipped into contraction mode, after remaining in the growth territory for 32 consecutive months. Manufacturing sector activity in India hits record low in April amid lockdown. The PMI fell to 27.4 in April, from 51.8 in March. It reflected the sharpest deterioration in business conditions across the sector since data collection began over 15 years ago. | |
| 1977. |
Which institute developed a portable device 'eCovSens' that can be used as a diagnostic tool for the detection of COVID-19 antigens? |
| Answer» Researchers from Hyderabad-based National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) developed a portable device 'eCovSens'. It can be used as a diagnostic tool for the detection of COVID-19 antigens. eCoVSens will detect novel coronavirus antigens in human saliva within 30 seconds. | |
| 1978. |
The Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to valiant soldiers and security personnel martyred in Handwara in Jammu & Kashmir. Who is current lieutenant governor of Jammu and Kashmir? |
| Answer» The Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to valiant soldiers and security personnel martyred in Handwara in Jammu & Kashmir. Five security personnel, including a Colonel, a Major and a sub-inspector, and two unidentified militants were killed in the anti-militancy operation in north Kashmir's Handwara area. | |
| 1979. |
The National Mission for Clean Ganga operating (NMCG) under Ministry of Jal Shakti launched "IDEAthon" titled "The future of River Management". Who is current Jal Shakti Minister? |
| Answer» On 2 May 2020, the National Mission for Clean Ganga operating (NMCG) under Ministry of Jal Shakti and National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) launched "IDEAthon" titled "The future of River Management" to explore how the COVID-19 crisis can shape River Management strategies for the future. The move focuses on creating awareness about the ecological importance and economic potential of the rivers to help the cities.Gajendra Singh Shekhawat is an Indian politician from Rajasthan who is currently serving as Union Cabinet Minister in Ministry of Jal Shakti. | |
| 1980. |
Which organisation developed 'UV blaster,' an Ultra Violet (UV) Disinfection Tower for rapid and chemical-free disinfection of high infection-prone areas? |
| Answer» Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) developed 'UV blaster,' an Ultra Violet (UV) Disinfection Tower for rapid and chemical-free disinfection of high infection-prone areas. UV blaster is a UV based area sanitizer designed and developed by Laser Science & Technology Centre (LASTEC), the Delhi based premier laboratory of DRDO with the help of M/s New Age Instruments and Materials Private Limited, Gurugram. | |
| 1981. |
The Union Minister Narendra Singh Tomar launched which collection that will showcase daily utility products made by rural self-help groups? |
| Answer» The Union Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj and Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Narendra Singh Tomar launched "The Saras Collection" on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal at Krishi Bhavan in New Delhi on 4 May 2020. It is a unique initiative of GeM and the DeenDayalAntyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), Ministry of Rural Development. The Saras Collection will showcase daily utility products made by rural self-help groups (SHGs). | |
| 1982. |
What is India's ranks among countries in scientific publication according to survey conducted by the National Science and Technology Management Information? |
| Answer» The National Science and Technology Management Information (NSTMIS), Department of Science and Technology (DST), has conducted a survey on Research and Development (R&D) Statistics and Indicators 2019-20. As per the survey, India ranks 3rd among countries in a scientific publication. | |
| 1983. |
Which initiative is launched for free tele-consultation to those who have COVID-19 like symptoms? |
| Answer» Under the public-private partnership, the initiative called Arogya Setu Mitr was launched. The feature is to be available in the Arogya Setu application. In partnership with the Tech Mahindra, Tata Group and Swasth the Arogya Setu Mitr was launched. It will offer free online consultation to COVID-19 with the data provided by the three private sector firms and government entities.The initiative includes free tele-consultation to those who have COVID-19 like symptoms. It will also provide ancillary services at market rates. This includes home collection of samples, medicine delivery, etc. | |
| 1984. |
The government of India has constituted how many Central Public Health Teams to support the States in the implementation of containment measures for COVID-19 in the affected areas within these districts? |
| Answer» The government of India has constituted 20 Central Public Health Teams from the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. The move comes as per the guidance of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The teams have been constituted to support the States in the implementation of containment measures for COVID-19 in the affected areas within these districts/cities. | |
| 1985. |
Who is head of high-powered committee by NITI Aayog to develop a job platform that will help migrant labours & blue-collar workers, who have lost their jobs during the lockdown? |
| Answer» NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog, a policy think tank of the Government of India (GoI)has formed a high-powered committee of top executives of technology companies like Google, Microsoft and Tech Mahindra under the leadership of its CEO (Chief Executive Officer) Amitabh Kant to develop a job platform that will help migrant labours & blue-collar workers, who have lost their jobs during the lockdown, to find better employment opportunities in their language and around their place. | |
| 1986. |
The US President Donald Trump has nominated which Indian-American lawyer as a representative to the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development? |
| Answer» The US President Donald Trump has nominated Indian-American lawyer Ashok Michael Pinto as a representative to the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), the World Bank's lending arm. He was nominated for the post of the US Alternate Executive Director of IBRD for a term of two years. If confirmed, he would replace Erik Bethel, who has resigned from the post. | |
| 1987. |
Government suspends all visas, bars travel by OCI card holders. What is full form of O in OCI? |
| Answer» Government suspends all visas, bars travel by OCI card holders. The government has suspended all the existing visas, except for a few exceptions, granted to foreign nationals till international air travel remains suspended to and from India due to coronavirus pandemic. The Home Ministry has also barred travel by Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cardholders till international travel remains suspended. | |
| 1988. |
According to Google, it had blocked and removed how many 'bad advertisements' globally in 2019? |
| Answer» Google said it had blocked and removed 2.7 billion 'bad advertisements' globally in 2019, and suspended nearly one million advertiser accounts for policy violations as part of its efforts to protect users from misleading ads. | |
| 1989. |
The Union Minister of Food Processing Industries held a video conference with the promoters of the completed Integrated Cold Chain Projects. Who is current Union Minister of Food Processing Industries? |
| Answer» The Union Minister of Food Processing Industries Harsimrat Kaur Badal held a video conference with the promoters of the completed Integrated Cold Chain Projects on 4 May. The promoters of 38 cold chain projects participated in the Video Conference.The projects are supported by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) in Maharashtra. | |
| 1990. |
Who assumed command of the Army Training Command (ARTRAC)on 1 May 2020? |
| Answer» Lieutenant General Raj Shukla assumed command of the Army Training Command (ARTRAC) on 1 May 2020. | |
| 1991. |
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Department of Agriculture Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, released Advisories to the Fisheries sector in how many languages? |
| Answer» The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Department of Agriculture Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India, released Advisories to the Fisheries sector in 12 languages.The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)is situated in New Delhi. | |
| 1992. |
AYUSH Minister and Health Minister Harsh Vardhan jointly launched three AYUSH based studies related to COVID-19 situation at New Delhi on 7 May. Who is current Ayush Minister? |
| Answer» AYUSH Minister Shripad Yesso Naik and Health Minister Harsh Vardhan will jointly launch three AYUSH based studies related to COVID-19 situation at New Delhi on 7 May. The initiatives are taken to address the COVID-19 pandemic problem in the country through clinical studies including prophylactic and add-on interventions, of AYUSH systems. | |
| 1993. |
Trade unions have asked the centre to provide cash support of how much Rs. for each poor and vulnerable households to get through the economic crisis led by the COVID-19 pandemic? |
| Answer» Trade unions have asked the centre to provide cash support of Rs 7500 for each poor and vulnerable households to get through the economic crisis led by the COVID-19 pandemic. A total of 10 trade unions have written a letter in this regard to PM Narendra Modi to provide such cash support for three months. | |
| 1994. |
According to 'Lost at Home' report by UNICEF how many people were internally displaced in India due to natural disasters, conflict and violence in 2019? |
| Answer» More than five million people were internally displaced in India due to natural disasters, conflict and violence in 2019 according to 'Lost at Home' report by UNICEF. | |
| 1995. |
Ministry of Finance stated that around 39 crore poor people received financial assistance of Rs.34,800 crore under PMGKP as of 5 May 2020. What is the full form of G in PMGKP? |
| Answer» Ministry of Finance stated that around 39 crore poor people received financial assistance of Rs.34,800 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package (PMGKP) as of 5 May 2020. The amount was transferred to the beneficiaries using the digital payment infrastructure. | |
| 1996. |
Govt announces to operate how many flights to repatriate stranded Indians abroad from May 7 to May 13? |
| Answer» Govt announces to operate 64 flights to repatriate stranded Indians abroad from May 7 to 13. | |
| 1997. |
DGCA launches which portal to fast-track approval to COVID-19 related drone operations? |
| Answer» DGCA launches GARUD (Government Authorisation for Relief Using Drones) portal to fast-track approval to COVID-19 related drone operations. | |
| 1998. |
Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad has partnered with which Bengaluru-based company to take up research activities on COVID-19? |
| Answer» Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad has partnered with a Bengaluru-based company, Eyestem Research Private Limited, to take up research activities on COVID-19. | |
| 1999. |
According to Centre for Monitoring of Indian Economy (CMIE) data what is the current unemployment rate in India? |
| Answer» Centre for Monitoring of Indian Economy (CMIE) data stated that the unemployment rate in India has climbed to a staggering 27.1% as of 3 May 2020. It also stated that over 121.5 million Indian's were out of jobs in April due to the continuous nationwide lockdown to contain COVID-19. | |
| 2000. |
The detention of former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti under the stringent Public Safety Act was extended by how many months? |
| Answer» The detention of former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti under the stringent Public Safety Act was extended by three months, hours before it was due to expire. | |