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| 2151. |
Which institute has developed "Ultra Swachh", a disinfection unit to disinfect Personal Protective Equipments, electronic items, fabrics and other materials? |
| Answer» Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Science a Delhi based laboratory of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in association with M/s Gel Craft Healthcare Private Ltd., Ghaziabad developed "Ultra Swachh", a disinfection unit to disinfect Personal Protective Equipments (PPEs), electronic items, fabrics and other materials. | |
| 2152. |
Rating agency Moody's expects India's real GDP to contract by how much percent in fiscal 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic? |
| Answer» Rating agency Moody's expects India's real Gross Domestic Product to contract by 4% in fiscal 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related lockdown measures. India's foreign-currency and local-currency long-term issuer ratings have been downgraded to Baa3 from Baa2. Meanwhile India's local-currency senior unsecured rating was also reduced to Baa3 from Baa2, and its short-term local currency rating to Prime-3 from P-2. The outlook remains negative. | |
| 2153. |
According to Estimates of National Income for the financial year 2019-20 by NSO, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation India's GDP growth has slowed to an 11-year low of how much percent in 2019-20? |
| Answer» According to the Provisional Estimates of National Income for the financial year 2019-20 by National Statistical Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation India's GDP growth has slowed to an 11-year low of 4.2% in 2019-20 & in the final quarter(Q4- January to March) the GDP's growth rate fell to 3.1%, against 6.2% in the 2018-19, which reflects the impact of the first week of the COVID-19 lockdown which began on March 25. | |
| 2154. |
Who has been appointed as chairman and Managing Director of State-run Power Finance Corporation? |
| Answer» State-run Power Finance Corporation announced the appointment of Ravinder Singh Dhillon as chairman and Managing Director from June 1, 2020. He will be the successor of Rajeev Sharma as he retires on May 31, 2020. | |
| 2155. |
India Observatory launched which GIS-enabled dashboard in collaboration with Forest Ecological Security as its main nodal point, to help administrators volunteers to plan urgent steps to get the stranded migrant population to safety? |
| Answer» India Observatory, an open-source database, launched a GIS-enabled dashboard, CoAST India (Collaboration/Covid Action Support Group) in collaboration with Forest Ecological Security as its main nodal point, to help administrators, civil society organisations & volunteers to plan urgent steps to get the stranded migrant population to safety & care. | |
| 2156. |
In accordance with the data released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, the total FDI increased by how much percent to FY 2019-20? |
| Answer» In accordance with the data released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, the total FDI increased by 18% to $73.46 billion in the FY2019-20. This hike was the highest in the four years. Out of the total FDI, equity inflows through the Foreign Investment Promotion Board, Reserve Bank of India's automatic route of acquisition rose 13% to around $49.98 billion. | |
| 2157. |
The Union Ministry of New and Renewable energy proposed which scheme to interconnect renewable energy by sharing solar resources with more than 140 countries of West Asia and SouthEast Asia? |
| Answer» The Union Ministry of New and Renewable energy proposed the 'One Sun One World One Grid' to interconnect renewable energy by sharing solar resources with more than 140 countries of West Asia and SouthEast Asia. The grid will be interconnected with African power pools. Its aim is to provide solar power to nations which lack sunlight, by building a common transmission system. The proposal was mooted on the lines of PM Modi's announcement on cross-border solar connectivity in October 2019. | |
| 2158. |
Piyush Goyal participated in the Digital Summit on Exports organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry through a Video Conference. Who is president of Confederation of Indian Industry on that time? |
| Answer» Union Minister for Commerce & Industry and Railways, Piyush Goyal participated in the Digital Summit on Exports organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry through a Video Conference. The institutional partner for the summit is Export-Import Bank. On that time President of CII is Vikram Shreekant Kirloskar. | |
| 2159. |
NABARD has extended how much Rs special liquidity facility to West Bengal so far in the current fiscal year for the welfare of farmers and poor people in the state? |
| Answer» NABARD, a development bank focusing primarily on the rural sector of the country, has extended Rs 1,050 crore special liquidity facility to West Bengal so far in the current fiscal year for the welfare of farmers and poor people in the state. | |
| 2160. |
Who has been appointed as the new CMD of Delhi-based Oriental Insurance Company? |
| Answer» The Banks Board Bureau appointed SN Rajeshwari as the new CMD of Delhi-based Oriental Insurance Company. She will be the successor of AV Girija Kumar, 60 years old, who retires on May 2020. | |
| 2161. |
What is the name of India's 1st -ever national-level open online coaching and education programme launched by Sports Authority of India? |
| Answer» Sports Authority of India, the apex national sports body of India, in association with National Sports Federations has launched India's 1st -ever national-level open online coaching and education programme called "Khelo India e-Pathshala" to grassroots players. Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju and Union Minister of Tribal Affairs and Archery Association of India president Arjun Munda have inaugurated the programme via a webinar. | |
| 2162. |
Which institute has helped triple the number of Irrawaddy dolphins in Odisha's Chilika lake, asia's largest natural water reservoir? |
| Answer» A research project undertaken by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, a public technical and research university located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has helped triple the number of Irrawaddy dolphins in Odisha's Chilika lake, asia's largest natural water reservoir. | |
| 2163. |
The Centre has approved how much fund for 2020-21 under the Jal Jeevan Mission to Assam to provide tap connections to 13 lakh households out of a total of 63 lakhs in 2020-21? |
| Answer» Assam State government presented the Annual Action Plan for consideration and approval of the Ministry of Jal Shakti. The Centre has already approved Rs 1,407 crore for 2020-21 under the Jal Jeevan Mission to Assam. Assam plans to provide tap connections to 13 lakh households out of a total of 63 lakhs in 2020-21. | |
| 2164. |
Ministry of Jal Shakti, a ministry under Government of India has approved how much amount for the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission in Chhattisgarh during 2020-21? |
| Answer» Ministry of Jal Shakti, a ministry under Government of India has approved an amount of Rs 445 crore for the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission in Chhattisgarh during 2020-21. Under this mission that will bring change in life, Chhattisgarh state has planned 100 % Functional Household Tap Connection by 2023-24. | |
| 2165. |
Ministry of Tribal Affairs has notified an Inclusion of how many Minor Forest Produce items under the Mechanism for Marketing of MFP through MSP and development of value chain of MFP Scheme? |
| Answer» Ministry of Tribal Affairs has notified an Inclusion of 23 additional Minor Forest Produce items and stipulation of their Minimum Support Price under the Central government-sponsored Scheme titled "Mechanism for Marketing of MFP through MSP and development of value chain of MFP" . | |
| 2166. |
The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment in partnership with which company offers free online career skills training through the National Career Service project? |
| Answer» The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment in partnership with TCS iON offers free online career skills training through the National Career Service project to enhance the corporate etiquette, interpersonal skills, presentation skills and other softs skills of the job-seekers. | |
| 2167. |
Which company became the first private company to fly astronauts into orbit? |
| Answer» NASA astronauts Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley docked the SpaceX "Dragon" spacecraft with the International Space Station(ISS) on 31st May 2020 at 10.16 am EDT (7.59 p.m India), over the border of China and Mongolia before the ISS started travelling above the Earth's night side. SpaceX became the first private company to fly astronauts into orbit. | |
| 2168. |
The Government has announced that it is to provide Kisan Credit Card to how many dairy farmers belonging to Milk Unions and Milk producing Companies within the next two months from 1 June-31 July 2020? |
| Answer» The Government has announced that it is to provide Kisan Credit Card to 1.5 crore dairy farmers belonging to Milk Unions and Milk producing Companies within the next two months from 1 June-31 July 2020, under a special drive. The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying in association with the Department of Financial Services has issued KCC application format to all State Milk Federation and Milk Unions for implementing the same on a mission mode. | |
| 2169. |
Markets regulator SEBI has extended the date for implementing norms pertaining to power of attorney given by clients to trading members till which date from June 1, 2020? |
| Answer» Markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India has extended the date for implementing norms pertaining to power of attorney given by clients to trading members or clearing members till August 1, 2020 from June 1, 2020. The decision regarding extension has been taken due to the difficulty faced by the stock brokers and broker associations in implementing the provisions amid the situation arising due to COVID-19. | |
| 2170. |
The NITI Aayog vice-chairman Rajiv Kumar stated that India's access to how much worth of carbon credits can be achieved during a virtual high-level round-table on 'Agroecology and Regenerative Agriculture'? |
| Answer» The National Institution for Transforming India Aayog vice-chairman Rajiv Kumar stated that India's access to USD 50-60 billion worth of carbon credits can be achieved if it propagates natural farming and agroecology while suggesting adoption of innovative farming methods based on ecological principles during a virtual high-level round-table on 'Agroecology and Regenerative Agriculture'. | |
| 2171. |
What is the name of a National Program (Artificial Intelligence)for the youth launched by Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ravi Shankar Prasad? |
| Answer» Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Law and Justice and Communications Ravi Shankar Prasad launched India's National Artificial Intelligence Portal called www.ai.gov.in & launched a National Program for the youth, "Responsible AI for Youth" during the occasion of the first anniversary of the second tenure of the government. The portal was developed jointly by the National e-Governance Division of Ministry of Electronics and IT and NASSCOM from the IT industry. | |
| 2172. |
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched which platform on 1 June to empower Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises? |
| Answer» Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched CHAMPIONS, the technology platform on 1 June. The platform aims to empower Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises. It is an Information and Communications Technology based system. The entire ICT architecture is created in house with the help of the National Informatics Centre at no cost. CHAMPIONS portal will enhance the smaller units by solving their grievances. It also aims to encourage, support, help the MSMEs. It is expected to act as a real one-stop-shop solution of MSME Ministry. | |
| 2173. |
The Board of BEML in its 362nd meeting has given its approval for signing a MoU with which company to study and plan for initiating a joint venture company? |
| Answer» The Board of BEML in its 362nd meeting has given its approval for signing a Memorandum of Understanding with MELCO (Mitsubishi Electric Corporation) to study and plan for initiating a joint venture company between BEML and MELCO. This approval is on the lines of invitation of BEML regarding Expression of Interest for Manufacturing, Partnerships under "Make in India" policy. | |
| 2174. |
What is the name of first of its kind of digital contact tracing app utilizing the Exposure Notification API of Apple and Google and based on a decentralized approach to track the spread of coronavirus? |
| Answer» The developer team of Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne and ETH Zurich developed the "SwissCovid", first of its kind for digital contact tracing app utilizing the Exposure Notification API (Application Programming Interface) of Apple and Google and based on a decentralized approach to track the spread of coronavirus. | |
| 2175. |
Tata Power Limited, an Indian electric utility company, has acquired how much stake in TP Central Odisha Distribution Ltd for a consideration of Rs 178.5 crore? |
| Answer» Tata Power Limited, an Indian electric utility company, has acquired 51% stake in TP Central Odisha Distribution Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Grid Corporation of Odisha , for a consideration of Rs 178.5 crore. The remaining 49 % stake in TPCODL will be held by GRIDCO. | |
| 2176. |
The Union Cabinet has given its approval to extend repayment date upto which date for Standard Short-Term loans upto Rs.3 lakh advanced for agriculture and allied activities by banks? |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet has given its approval to extend repayment date upto 31.08.2020 for Standard Short-Term loans upto Rs.3 lakh advanced for agriculture and allied activities by banks, which have become due or shall become due between 1st March, 2020 and 31st August, 2020 with continued benefit of scheme. This will help the farmers to repay/renew such loans upto the extended repayment date of 31.08.2020 at 4% p.a., interest without attracting any penalty and thus help them in avoiding travelling to banks for such renewal during this COVID pandemic period. | |
| 2177. |
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the MoU signed between India and Bhutan. What is the Official language of bhutan? |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the MoU signed between India and Bhutan. The agreement was signed to improve cooperation in the areas of the Environment.Both the countries agreed mutually to set priorities in the following areas of the environment including Air, Waste, Chemical Management, Climate Change, any other areas jointly decided upon. The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between India and Bhutan. The agreement was signed to improve cooperation in the areas of the Environment. Official language of bhutan is Dzongkha. | |
| 2178. |
Which institute has developed a first of its kind multipurpose algae-based respirator called 'Oxigeno', which helps to boost the amount of oxygen passing through? |
| Answer» A team of researchers from Lovely Professional University , Punjab, have developed a first of its kind multipurpose algae-based respirator called 'Oxigeno', which helps to boost the amount of oxygen passing through it and filters out 99.3 percent of the harmful gasses. | |
| 2179. |
Which company has signed a MoU with NIIFL and Ayana Renewable Power Private Limited, NIIF platform company to explore and collaborate on opportunities in the solar energy sector? |
| Answer» Ircon International Ltd(IRCON, a Miniratna (Category-I) Schedule, public sector enterprise has signed a MoU with National Investment and Infrastructure Fund Limited(NIIFL) and Ayana Renewable Power Private Limited(AYANA), NIIF platform company to explore and collaborate on opportunities in the solar energy sector. | |
| 2180. |
Which space agency has partnered with NASA to host a deep-space ground station to support human spaceflight missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond? |
| Answer» The South African National Space Agency(SANSA) has partnered with National Aeronautics and Space Administration(NASA) to host a deep-space ground station to support human spaceflight missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond. South Africa became the 4th country after the United States of America, Spain and Australia to host a deep space ground station. | |
| 2181. |
The WHO has accorded the World No Tobacco Day Award 2020 to which Indian NGO, for its efforts to ban pan masala, gutkha, e-cigarettes and hookah in Bihar and Jharkhand? |
| Answer» The World Health Organization has accorded the World No Tobacco Day Award 2020 to Socio-Economic and Educational Development Society(SEEDS), an Indian non-governmental organization, one among the 3 SouthEast Asian Region awardees, for its efforts to ban pan masala, gutkha, e-cigarettes and hookah in Bihar and Jharkhand. | |
| 2182. |
Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed with President of Mozambique to discuss the challenges posed in both countries by the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Who is President of Mozambique? |
| Answer» Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed with His Excellency Filipe Jacinto Nyusi, President of Mozambique. The leaders discussed the challenges posed in both countries by the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. | |
| 2183. |
In a big boost to the Centre's 'Make in India' initiative, the Ministry of Defence has ordered Ordnance Factory Board, to supply Infantry Combat Vehicles of how much worth for the Indian army? |
| Answer» In a big boost to the Centre's 'Make in India' initiative, the Acquisition Wing of Ministry of Defence (MoD), with the approval of Minister of Defence Rajnath Singh, has ordered Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) in Telangana's Medak, to supply 156 BMP 2/2k Infantry Combat Vehicles (ICVs) worth Rs 1,094 crore for the Indian army. There are plans to induct these advanced feature vehicles into the army by 2023. | |
| 2184. |
Minister of Electronics and Information Technology Ravi Shankar Prasad launched a trilogy of schemes namely "Electronics Manufacturing Scheme 2.0" with how much outlay to boost electronic manufacturing in India? |
| Answer» Minister of Electronics and Information Technology Ravi Shankar Prasad launched a trilogy (group of three) of schemes namely "Electronics Manufacturing Scheme 2.0" with an outlay of Rs 50,000 crore (approximately $7 billion) to boost electronic manufacturing in India. These will contribute in achieving a USD 1 Trillion digital economy and a USD 5 Trillion GDP by 2025. | |
| 2185. |
What is the name of Initiative launched by Union Govt. to create a database of qualified citizens based on their skillsets and experience to fulfil the demand of Indian and foreign companies? |
| Answer» Under the joint initiative by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Ministry of Civil Aviation and Ministry of External Affairs, the Union govt. has launched a new initiative Skilled Workers Arrival Database for Employment Support(SWADES). SWADES is launched in order to conduct a skill mapping exercise of the returning citizens under the Vande Bharat Mission. | |
| 2186. |
Which Company and Energy Efficiency Services Ltd signed Memorandum of Understanding for development of "trigeneration" projects in India through video conference? |
| Answer» State-owned Natural gas company GAIL Ltd and Energy Efficiency Services Ltd(EESL) signed Memorandum of Understanding for development of "trigeneration" projects in India through video conference. | |
| 2187. |
Government announced the implementation of the Nagar van scheme to develop how many Urban Forests across the country in the next 5 years? |
| Answer» Government announced the implementation of the Nagar van scheme to develop 200 Urban Forests across the country in the next 5 years. The announcement was made on the occasion of World Environment Day. The move is in line with WED 2020's focus on 'Biodiversity'. | |
| 2188. |
Which company will acquire 9.9 per cent stake in Jio Platforms via a new entity Jaadhu Holdings LLC, which was announced in April 2020 with an investment of $ 5.7 billion (Rs 43,574 crore)? |
| Answer» As per regulatory documents, Facebook will acquire 9.9 per cent stake in Jio Platforms via a new entity Jaadhu Holdings LLC, which was announced in April 2020 with an investment of $ 5.7 billion (Rs 43,574 crore). Jaadhu is a newly incorporated company formed in March 2020 under the laws of the State of Delaware, US(United States) and is not engaged in any business in India or anywhere. | |
| 2189. |
What is the name of 1st of its kind online portal for providing internship opportunities to fresh graduates in all Urban Local Bodies and Smart Cities across the country? |
| Answer» Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal `Nishank', Minister, Human Resource Development, Shri Hardeep S. Puri, MoS (I/C), Housing & Urban Affairs, and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) have jointly launched a 1st of its kind online portal for `The Urban Learning Internship Program (TULIP)' - A program for providing internship opportunities to fresh graduates in all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and Smart Cities across the country. This launch is also an important stepping stone for fulfillment of MHRD and AICTE's goal of 1 crore successful internships by the year 2025. | |
| 2190. |
In accordance with the annual Periodic Labour Force Survey for [July 2018 - June 2019] of NSO, MoSPI, India's unemployment rate fell between July 2018 and June 2019 to what percent from 6.1% during the same period of 2017-18? |
| Answer» In accordance with the annual Periodic Labour Force Survey for [July 2018 - June 2019] of National Statistical Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, India's unemployment rate fell between July 2018 and June 2019 to 5.8% from 6.1% during the same period of 2017-18 while the Indian economy grew 6.1% in 2018-19, slower than the 7% expansion recorded the year before. This is the second Annual Report being brought out by NSO on the basis of PLFS. | |
| 2191. |
Union Minister of Power R. K. Singh launched which initiative for building an energy resilient future on 5 June 2020? |
| Answer» Union Minister of Power R. K. Singh launched the #iCommit initiative for building an energy resilient future on 5 June 2020. A campaign was also launched to encourage all stakeholders and individuals to continue moving towards energy efficiency. | |
| 2192. |
According to the Forbes 100 world's highest-paid celebrities 2020, what is the rank of Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar? |
| Answer» According to the Forbes 100 world's highest-paid celebrities 2020, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar ranked 52nd with estimated earnings of USD 48.5 million & is the only Indian featured on the list. The list is topped by 22 years old Kylie Jenner, model who earned USD 590M & also topped in the women category, followed by 42 years old American rapper Kanye West(2nd, USD 170M), 38 years old Tennis player Roger Federer(3rd rank, USD 106 M) & 35 years old Football Cristiano Ronaldo( 4th rank , USD 105 M). | |
| 2193. |
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari accepted the Punjab state government's demand for including which city in an expressway project that will connect Delhi and Katra, Jammu & Kashmir? |
| Answer» Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari accepted the Punjab state government's demand for including Amritsar in an expressway project that will connect Delhi and Katra, Jammu & Kashmir. In this regard, a Greenfield connectivity will be developed in Punjab stretch of Delhi-Amritsar-Katra expressway to Amritsar City from Nakodar in Jalandhar (Punjab) via five historic towns of Sultanpur Lodhi, Goindwal Sahib, Khadoor Sahib and Tarn Taran. | |
| 2194. |
In Asia-Pacific Annual Green Airport Recognition ACI awarded the highest Platinum Recognition to which indian airport for their effective water management under the 15-35 Million Passengers per annum category? |
| Answer» In Asia-Pacific Annual Green Airport Recognition 2020 Airports Council International(ACI) awarded the highest Platinum Recognition to GMR led Rajiv Gandhi Hyderabad International Airport for their effective water management under the 15-35 Million Passengers per annum(MPPA) category. | |
| 2195. |
The Army Commanders' Conference, an apex level biannual event's First phase of the Conference was conducted in which city? |
| Answer» The Army Commanders' Conference, an apex level biannual event's First phase of the Conference was conducted at South Block, New Delhi from 27 to 29 May 2020, which facilitates conceptual level deliberations culminating in important policy decisions. The second phase of the conference scheduled from 24 to 27 June 2020. | |
| 2196. |
In accordance with the official data provided by National Tiger Conservation Authority, how many tigers have died in the country in the last eight years due to poaching and other causes? |
| Answer» In accordance with the official data provided by National Tiger Conservation Authority as a reply to RTI (right to information) query, 750 tigers have died in the country in the last eight years i.e. between 2012 and 2019 due to poaching and other causes. The state of Madhya Pradesh has topped these figures with highest casualities at 173. 38 were due to poaching, 94 natural deaths, 19 under scrutiny, six due to the unnatural causes and 16 seizures. | |
| 2197. |
Which Metro has decided to convert a station into a "She-Man" station that will have special facilities and employment for the transgender community? |
| Answer» In a first-of-its-kind initiative by a metro rail system in northern India, the Noida-Greater Noida Metro has decided to convert the Sector 50 station into a "She-Man" station that will have special facilities and employment for the transgender community. This step is being taken by the Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC) for the "inclusion and meaningful participation" of the members of the transgender community. | |
| 2198. |
According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index released on 20 June 2020 what is Mukesh Ambani rank in world's top richest people? |
| Answer» Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani has joined the elite club of the world's top 10 richest people, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index released on 20 June 2020. He is ranked as the 9th richest person in the world, in the latest update. | |
| 2199. |
For the cooperation in the Field of Space Situational Awareness and Astrophysic, ISRO signed a Memorandum of Understanding with which institute? |
| Answer» On 4th June 2020, for the cooperation in the Field of Space Situational Awareness and Astrophysic, The Indian Space Research Organization, Bengaluru signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Aryabhatta Research institute of Observational Science ,Nainital. R.Umamaheswaran, Scientific Secretary of ISRO from ISRO headquarters and Prof. Dipankar Banerjee, Director of ARIES from ARIES headquarters signed the MoU on the virtual platform. | |
| 2200. |
Who has designed developed and inducted an Airborne Rescue Pod for Isolated Transportation for the evacuation of critical patients with infectious diseases including the COVID-19 from high altitude areas, isolated and remote places? |
| Answer» The Indian Air Force has designed developed and inducted an Airborne Rescue Pod for Isolated Transportation (ARPIT). This pod will be utilized for the evacuation of critical patients with infectious diseases including the COVID-19 from high altitude areas, isolated and remote places. | |