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| 201. |
India inks __________ million loan agreement with World Bank to fund improved water supply in Uttarakhand. |
| Answer» India signed $120 million loan agreement with multilateral lending agency World Bank to help increase access to improved water supply services in in peri-urban areas in Uttarakhand. The agreement was signed between Government of India, Government of Uttarakhand and World Bank Board. The loan amount will be used for Uttarakhand Water Supply Program for Peri-Urban Areas to help the state to increase water supply coverage as well as ensure sustainable water supply service delivery in peri-urban areas. The program will develop and implement service-oriented and efficient water supply for peri-urban areas, strengthen current monitoring and evaluation systems. It will also provide dedicated incentives for preparation and adoption of of water supply 'master-plans' in peri-urban areas. | |
| 202. |
India Ranks __________ on Global Talent Competitiveness Index. |
| Answer» India has moved up on a global index of talent competitiveness to the 81st position. Switzerland continues to top the list and it is followed by Singapore and the US. It is released every year on the first day of the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting. India has improved its position from 92nd last year.Among BRICS nations China was ranked 54th, Russian Federation was placed at 56th, followed by South Africa (67) and Brazil (81). | |
| 203. |
What is the India's rank in the 2018 Environmental Performance Index (EPI)? |
| Answer» India has been ranked 177th out of 180 countries in the 2018 Environmental Performance Index (EPI). The report was released on the sidelines of the ongoing World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. The Index stated that deaths attributed to ultra-fine PM2.5 pollutants have risen over the past decade and are estimated at 1,640,113 annually in India. Switzerland has topped the index, followed by France, Denmark, Malta and Sweden in the EPI, which found that air quality is the leading environmental threat to public health. The 10th EPI report ranks 180 countries on 24 performance indicators across 10 categories covering environmental health and ecosystem vitality. | |
| 204. |
This country will host the informal WTO Ministerial gathering in March 2018. |
| Answer» India has announced to host informal Ministerial meeting of World Trade Organisation (WTO) in March 2018 in New Delhi to muster support for issues and also help to multi-lateral process. It was announced by Deepak Jagdish Saksena, India's ambassador and permanent representative to WTO during informal WTO ministerial gathering at Davos on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual summit. About 40 WTO members from both rich and developing nations are being called by India for this informal meeting to "revitalise" the multi-lateral trade body. The objective of meeting is to discuss ways to revitalise WTO to ensure predictable and transparent system of rule-making in the area of international trade. | |
| 205. |
ASEAN nations agree to enhance maritime cooperation with this country. |
| Answer» India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) nations have agreed to set up a mechanism aimed at enhancing maritime cooperation. At the India-ASEAN summit, PM Narendra Modi the maritime sector was one of the key areas for growth and development of the Indo-Pacific region. He further described India-ASEAN ties as "free from contests and claims". | |
| 206. |
This country ranked World's second largest food producer under Severe Hunger Levels. |
| Answer» One of the highest food producers- India stands on the 100th rank for the title 'Hungry'. Out of 119, India stood on 100th rank which is disturbing for the nation with the highest population. 'Global Hunger Index' carried out by International Food Policy Research Institute chalked out nations that fall under 'Starving' category. The 100 out of 119 countries on the GHI, while last year it was at 97 out of 118. Even though India's 2017 GHI score-31.4-has improved over the years, its hunger problem remains categorized as "serious." The rankings are based on four indicators: undernourishment, child mortality, child wasting, and child stunting. A GHI score of between 20 and 34.9 points reflects serious hunger levels; between 35 and 49.9, it is alarming, and extremely alarming if over 50. | |
| 207. |
India has signed how much amount of loan agreement with ADB for construction of over 6,200-kilometre rural roads in five states? |
| Answer» The Government of India (GoI) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $250 million loan agreement for the construction of over 6,200 kilometres all-weather rural roads in Assam, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and West Bengal under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY). The program is aimed at improving rural connectivity, facilitating safer and more efficient access to livelihood and socio-economic opportunities for rural communities through improvements to about 12 thousand kilometres Rural Roads across the 5 States. | |
| 208. |
As per a survey by GoBankingRates, What is the position of India to live or retire among 112 countries? |
| Answer» As per a survey by GoBankingRates, a personal finance platform, India is the second cheapest country to live or retire among 112 countries. The survey assessed countries on four key affordability metrics viz. local purchasing power index, rent index, Groceries index, and Consumer price index. These metrics evaluates relative affordability as compared to New York city. In terms of local purchasing power, India is 20.9 per cent lower. Rent in India is 95.2 per cent cheaper, groceries are 74.4 per cent cheaper and local goods and services are 74.9 per cent cheaper as compared to New York. South Africa topped the survey as the cheapest country to live/retire. Its high local purchasing power as compared to New York, helped it to grab the first spot. | |
| 209. |
India ranks __________ as largest producer of crude steel. |
| Answer» According to recent report published by World Steel Association (WSA), India has overtaken US to become the world's third largest steel producer in 2017. India's crude steel production has grown by 6.2% to 101.4 million tonnes (MT) in 2017 compared to 95.5 MT in the previous year. China has remained world leader by producing 831.7 MT in 2017, up 5.7% from 786.9 MT in the year-ago period. Japan is second largest global steel producer and had witnessed negative growth in steel output declined by 0.1% to 104.7 MT in 2017 from 104.8 MT in 2016. The Global steel production had reached 1,691.2 MT in 2017, up by 5.3% compared to 2016 when output was 1,606.3 MT. Crude steel production increased in all regions in 2017 except in CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States), which has remained stable. | |
| 210. |
India ranked __________ in the list of wealthiest countries. |
| Answer» India ranked sixth in the list of wealthiest countries with the total wealth of 8,230 billion US dollars. The list was topped by the United States of America, according to a report by New World Wealth. He was the best-performing wealth market globally in 2017 as its total wealth swelled from 6,584 billion dollars in 2016 to 8,230 billion dollars in 2017, registering a 25% growth. | |
| 211. |
This country contributes $1 mn to UN Development Partnership Fund. |
| Answer» India contributed an additional $1 million to the India-UN Development Partnership Fund earmarked for South-South cooperation. This latest contribution of India is aimed at intensifying its partnerships with other developing countries. India-UN Development Partnership Fund was launched in June 2017 for supporting sustainable development projects in Least Developed Countries and Small Island Developing States. | |
| 212. |
India ranks __________ n international Intellectual Property (IP) index released by the US Chambers of Commerce. |
| Answer» India has ranked 44 out of 50 countries in the international Intellectual Property (IP) index released by the US Chambers of Commerce. As per the annual report of Global Innovation Policy Center (GIPC) of the US Chambers of Commerce, India's overall score has increased from (8.75 out of 35) last year to 30 per cent (12.03 out of 40) in the latest edition. The Index is topped by the US with 37.98 points. Second position is occupied by United Kingdom with 37.97 points and third spot by Sweden with 37.03 points. This report studies the intellectual property (IP) climate in 50 countries based on 40 indicators like patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secrets protection. | |
| 213. |
Which country signs first concessional agreement with UAE in oil sector? |
| Answer» A consortium of the Indian oil companies and UAE-based Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) signed a concessional agreement for the acquisition of 10% participating interest in the offshore Lower Zakum Concession. This is the first time ever that an Indian Consortium has received concession in the Gulf. The concessional agreement between Indian oil companies and ADNOC is for 40 years from 2018 to 2057 and the participation fees are valued at $600 million. For this agreement, the Indian consortium is led by Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC), while Indian Oil Corporation and Bharat Petro Resources Ltd. are the other members. A negotiated contract between a business entity/ business consortium and a government that gives the business entity/ business consortium the right to operate a specific business within the government's jurisdiction is referred to as concessional agreement. | |
| 214. |
How many agreement have signed between India and Palestine? |
| Answer» India and Palestine have signed six agreements on the infrastructural development in the Palestine. A MOU was signed by the two countries for the construction of an India Palestine Centre for empowering women, "Turathi" at a cost of USD 5 million. A MOU for setting up of a new National Printing Press at Ramallah at a cost of USD 5 million was also signed between the two nations. | |
| 215. |
Which country to pick 5,000 movie theaters for propaganda screenings? |
| Answer» China plans to select 5,000 movie theaters to screen propaganda films and will boost their box offices with group sales, discounted tickets and another financial backing. China, the world's second-biggest film market, saw movie ticket sales rise 13.5 percent last year to over $8.6 billion. Chinese-made movies accounted for 54 percent of ticket sales, with baldly nationalistic action thriller "Wolf Warrior 2" topping the box office. | |
| 216. |
This country will host the first International Solar Alliance (ISA) Summit on 11th March 2018. |
| Answer» India is to host the first International Solar Alliance (ISA) Summit on 11th March 2018, in Delhi. French President Emanuel Macron will participate in the First International Solar Alliance Summit. Leaders of African countries, Presidents of Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, leaders of South American co untries and Pacific Islands are expected to attend the summit. The International Solar Alliance is a treaty based inter-governmental alliance. It comprises of 121 solar energy abundant nations located between the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn. | |
| 217. |
India ranks ___________ in global phosphorus pollution by human activity. |
| Answer» As per a report published in Water Resources Research, Phosphorus levels in freshwater bodies across the world are escalating and this could pose a serious threat to the ecosystem. The report outlined that globally, on account of human activities, about 1.5 teragrams of phosphorus (one teragram is equal to one billion kilograms) was dumped into the freshwater systems every year. Breaking it down by country, China contributed the most with 30%, followed by India (8%), the USA (7%) and Spain and Brazil (6% each). The researchers also assessed the phosphorus-related water pollution levels in 20 river basins across the world. In the assessment, Huang He river basin of China was found to be having highest phosphorus-related water pollution. Ganges basin (in India) ranked fourth in this list. | |
| 218. |
Which country to host the 8th edition of Theatre Olympics 2018? |
| Answer» India will host the 8th edition of Theatre Olympics in New Delhi from February 17 with theme "Flag of friendship", which will continue till 8th of April. The event will inaugurated by Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu at Red Fort. It is being organised by National School of Drama, under the aegis of Ministry of Culture. Over 25,000 artistes from 30 countries will participate in the Theatre Olympics. The 51 day long nationwide theatre extravaganza will be held in 17 cities including Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Patna, Kolkata, Mumbai, Guwahati and Jammu. It will see 450 shows including 65 shows by international artistes, 600 ambient performances and 250 youth forum shows. It's first time that the Theatre Olympics will be held in India that will serve to create a dialogue between Indian and global artistes. | |
| 219. |
India ranks __________ in Terms of Forest Area. |
| Answer» As per ISFR 2017, Forest and tree cover in India is 802088 sq km i.e. 24.39 per cent of the total geographical area. In terms of land area under forest and tree cover, India is a stand out case as none of the other 9 countries in the Top 10 has a population density of more than 150 persons per sq km, compared to India. Mr. Harsh Vardhan added that as per the latest Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) report, India is placed 8th in the list of Top Ten nations reporting the greatest annual net gain in forest area. As per ISFR 2017, Andhra Pradesh, followed by Karnataka and Kerala have shown the maximum increase in forest cover since 2015. | |
| 220. |
The host country of World Sustainable Development Summit - 2018 is ___________. |
| Answer» The World Sustainable Development Summit - 2018 will be held in New Delhi on February 16. The summit will address a wide variety of issues, including combating land degradation and air pollution, effective waste management and create financial mechanisms to enable effective climate change mitigation. The theme of the 2018 Summit is - Partnerships for a Resilient Planet, which seeks to create action frameworks to resolve some of the most urgent challenges facing developing economies in the backdrop of climate change. The summit is the flagship forum of the Energy and Resources Institute (TERI). It seeks to bring together on a common platform, global leaders and thinkers in the fields of sustainable development, energy and environment sectors. Over 2,000 delegates are expected to participate in the summit, including policy makers, researchers, diplomats and corporates from around the world. | |
| 221. |
India and this country's IDRC signed an MoU to usher the 'Programme Based Research Support' in addressing current and future global and local developmental challenges> |
| Answer» Memorandum of understanding (MoU) between India and Canada's IDRC to usher the 'Programme Based Research Support' in addressing current and future global and local developmental challenges was signed. During the last five years (2012-17), 96 research projects worth CAD 51 million were funded by the IDRC in India. A MoU signed between Shri S. Selvakumar, Joint Secretary (Bilateral Cooperation), Department of Economic Affairs and Dr.Jean Lebel, the President of IDRC, Canada. | |
| 222. |
With which country India join hands for research projects on Water Quality Research and Energy Demand Reduction in Built Environment? |
| Answer» The UK- India Joint research projects on Water Quality Research and Energy Demand Reduction in Built Environment were launched in New Delhi. The Water Quality Research programme has eight projects and Energy Demand Reduction in Built Environment programme has four projects, with a total joint investment of up to 15 million British Pound. | |
| 223. |
India and this country army begun Garuda Shakti exercise in the West Java province. |
| Answer» A special task force of Indian Army & Indonesian Army have begun the 6th Garuda Shakti exercise in the West Java province of the archipelago country. Drill aims to build experience sharing in counter-terrorism operations, close quarter combat & other areas of special operations. he exercise between Indian & Indonesian Special Forces highlights the increasing trust & cooperation between the 2 armies. | |
| 224. |
What is the position of India in terms of neonatal mortality rate according to a report by United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)? |
| Answer» According to a report by United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), India has ranked 12th among 52 lower middle-income countries in terms of neonatal mortality rate. Neonatal Mortality Rate in India is 25.4/1000 live births. With nearly 640000 newborn deaths each year, India accounts for a quarter of the global burden of neonatal deaths of 2.6 million babies. Neonatal Mortality Rate in India is 25.4/1000 live births. With nearly 640000 newborn deaths each year, India accounts for a quarter of the global burden of neonatal deaths of 2.6 million babies. 57% of neonatal deaths in India occur in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. As these states account for 46% of all births, it can be inferred that States with the highest birth rates have higher newborn deaths. | |
| 225. |
India ranked __________ place in the Corruption Perception Index for 2017. |
| Answer» In the Corruption Perception Index for 2017, India was ranked at the 81st place with a score of 40. Among the neighbouring countries, Pakistan was ranked at the 117th place with a score of 32, Bangladesh at 143th (score of 28), Myanmar at 130th (score 30) and Sri Lanka 91st (score 38). India has been ranked worse than China and Bhutan in terms of 'corruption perception', but fares better than its other neighbours including Pakistan and Bangladesh, as per a global list released by graft watchdog Transperency International. New Zealand and Denmark have topped the list, while Syria, South Sudan and Somalia have been ranked the lowest with scores of 14, 12 and 9 respectively. | |
| 226. |
Which country offers $1 million aid to Tonga? |
| Answer» India has contributed USD 1 million for the rehabilitation works in Tonga, after the devastation caused by Tropical Cyclone Gita. United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation has stated that, the Tonga Government will identify the rehabilitation projects to be supported by the India-UN Development Partnership Fund. India has allocated USD 500,000 in the India-UN Development Partnership Fund for rehabilitation purpose and USD 500,000 will be given for immediate relief assistance. The India-UN Development Partnership Fund is led and supported by Indian Government. It is managed by the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation. | |
| 227. |
With which country India signed an MOU on Sustainable Urban Development programme & Smart Cities? |
| Answer» An Indo-German MoU was signed for "Implementation Agreement in Sustainable Urban Development and Smart Cities in India". The MoU was signed between Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA), India and Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, India on behalf of Germany Government. The agreement was signed by Rajiv Ranjan Mishra, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs and Ms. Annette Rockel, Deputy Country Director and Ms. Tanja Feldmann, Cluster Coordinator, Sustainable Urban and Industrial Development GIZ GmbH India. The 'Sustainable Urban Development Programme - Smart Cities in India' project is supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). | |
| 228. |
With which bank India Signed $84 Million Loan For Water Supply In Bihar? |
| Answer» The Government of India and Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed an $84 million loan for improvement and expansion of water supply in Bhagalpur and Gaya towns in Bihar. The tranche 2 loan is part of the $200 million multi-tranche financing facility (MFF) for the Bihar Urban Development Investment Program that was approved by ADB in 2012. The loan will have a 25-year term, including a grace period of 5 years, an annual interest rate determined in accordance with ADB's lending facility based on the London interbank offered rate (LIBOR), and a commitment charge of 0.15% per year. | |
| 229. |
How many agreements are signed between India and Canada which includes nuclear science, energy cooperation, sports, education? |
| Answer» India and Canada have signed six agreements in different fields including nuclear science, energy cooperation, sports, education, science and technology cooperation and information communication technology. These agreements were signed after delegation-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his visiting Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau in New Delhi. It includes MoU on Cooperation in Sport, for Cooperation in Higher Education, for Cooperation on Intellectual Property Rights. Terms of Reference for the India-Canada Ministerial Energy Dialogue. MoU for cooperation in the Fields of Science, Technology and Innovation. Joint Declaration of Intent on Cooperation in the Field of Information Communications Technology and Electronics. | |
| 230. |
Indian government notified the revised Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) between India and this country. |
| Answer» Indian government notified the revised Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) between India and Kenya. It has been stated that, the revised DTAA will enhance transparency in tax matters, control tax evasion, and eliminate double taxation. It will also improve the flow of investment, technology and services between India and Kenya. The revised DTAA offers reduction in withholding tax rate on dividend and interest to 10 % from 15 %. The withholding tax rate on royalties, and fees for management, professional, technical services has been decreased to 10 % from 20 % and 17.5 % respectively. The revised DTAA issues a new Article on Limitation of Benefits to provide treaty benefits to bona-fide residents of India and Kenya. It will also prevent treaty abuse by third country residents. It will enable domestic law to prevent tax evasion. The revised DTAA has been upgraded to the latest international standard to make available exchange of information to the maximum extent. | |
| 231. |
India and signed how much amount of loan with Asian Development Bank (ADB) for improvement and expansion of water supply in Bihar? |
| Answer» The Government of India (GoI) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $84 million loan for improvement and expansion of water supply in Bhagalpur and Gaya towns in Bihar. This is the second tranche of ADB's $200 million Multi-tranche Financing Facility (MFF) for Bihar Urban Development Investment Programme, which was approved in 2012. The Project 2 will improve access to better quality and sustainable water supply, for the people of Bhagalpur and Gaya towns. It will also promote better water management practices that will result in a citywide coverage with 24-hour uninterrupted supply of treated water of 135 litres per capita per day in both cities. The loan will have a 25-year term, including a grace period of 5 years, an annual interest rate determined in accordance with ADB's lending facility based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR), and a commitment charge of 0.15% per year. | |
| 232. |
With which country, the Union Cabinet approves MoU in the field of Health & Medical Science? |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet approved the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Jordan on cooperation in the field of Health & Medical Science. Working Group will be set up to oversee the implementation of this MoU and further elaborate the details of cooperation. MoU covers, Health Research, Tobacco Control, Chronic Disease Control, National Health Statistics & Health System Government. | |
| 233. |
What is the position of India in the Inclusive Internet Index by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)? |
| Answer» India ranked 47th out of 86 countries on the Inclusive Internet Index by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), which was commissioned by Facebook. Sweden took the first place, followed by Singapore and the US. The scores on the index, which covered 91% of the world's population, is based on the scores of Availability, Affordability, Relevance and Readiness categories. | |
| 234. |
How many agreements were signed between India and Vietnam recenlty? |
| Answer» Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vietnamese President Tran Dai Quang also vowed to expand bilateral cooperation in several key sectors, including defence, oil and gas, and agriculture. The three pacts signed after the talks between the two leaders would provide for cooperation in areas of nuclear energy, trade and agriculture. | |
| 235. |
The World Bank has approved __________ amount for Atal Bhujal Yojana (ABHY) of Government of India (GoI). |
| Answer» The World Bank has approved Rs.6000 crore for Atal Bhujal Yojana (ABHY), a Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation. The scheme is to be implemented over a period of five years from 2018-19 to 2022-23, with World Bank assistance. The ABHY has been formulated by the Ministry to address the criticality of ground water resources in a major part of the country. The scheme proposal has already been recommended by the Expenditure Finance Committee and the Ministry will be seeking Cabinet approval for the project shortly. The purpose of the scheme is to improve ground water management in priority areas in the country through community participation. The priority areas identified under the scheme fall in Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. | |
| 236. |
India records __________ Reduction in Maternal Mortality Ratio since 2013. |
| Answer» India has registered a significant decline in Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) recording a 22-percent reduction in such deaths since 2013. According to the Sample Registration System bulletin, the MMR has declined from 167 in 2011-2013 to 130 in 2014-2016. According to Health Ministry, every day 30 more pregnant women are now being saved in India as compared to 2013. | |
| 237. |
Which counry seals agreement with UN to build homes for Nepal quake victims? |
| Answer» India seals agreement with UN to build homes for Nepal quake victims. The massive earthquake in Nepal in April, 2015 created destruction in the Himalayan nation, killing over 10,000 people and injuring nearly 22,000 people. Gorkha and Nuwakot were the worst-hit districts. In a reconstruction bid for earthquake-ravaged Nepal, India signed an agreement with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) to build 50, 000 homes for earthquake victims. Under the project, 26,912 home owners will be benefited in Gorkha and 23,088 homeowners in Nuwakot, according to Indian Embassy sources. India will give USD 8.41 million to the UNOPS and USD 7.41 Million to the UNDP to build 50, 000 homes by this agreement. | |
| 238. |
What is the position of India in Mastercard women entrepreneurs index? |
| Answer» India ranks 52 on the Mastercard Index for Women Entrepreneurs (MIWE) , a list of 57 nations released by Mastercard. The report focuses on female entrepreneurs' ability to "capitalize the opportunities granted through various supporting conditions within their local environment". New Zealand is at the top of the list, with Sweden, Canada, US, Singapore, making the top five in the index. The index was based on 12 indicators and 25 sub-indicators representing 78.6. | |
| 239. |
What is the position of India in the fastest growing country in the world for air passenger traffic? |
| Answer» India projected to be the second fastest growing country in the world for air passenger traffic. As per the Airports Council International (ACI), by 2022 passenger traffic in emerging economies like India will surpass advanced economies. The ACI, a global trade body representing airports across the globe, has put Vietnam at the top position with an 8.5% growth rate, followed by India at 7.5% and Iran at 7.3%. China placed at the 8th position with 5.9 percent growth rate. It placed the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi among the top twenty busiest airports in the world. | |
| 240. |
India has offered how much amount of Line of Credit (LoC) to Mauritius for defence procurement? |
| Answer» During the visit of President Ram Nath Kovind, India has offered a $100 million dollar Line of Credit (LoC) to Mauritius for defence procurement to help its security capacity. India also agreed to sell a Multi-Purpose Offshore Petrol Vessel to the island nation, which will be financed through the LoC. It will also have a $5-million-dollar grant component in addition to the LoC. Earlier, both the countries signed four MoUs to further strengthen bilateral cooperation. These agreements are in the fields of education, health, culture and civil services. The MoUs were exchanged in the presence of President Ram Nath Kovind and Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth in Port Louis. | |
| 241. |
Which country announces USD 100 Ml LoC For Mauritius? |
| Answer» India announced a new Line of Credit of USD 100 million for defense procurement by Mauritius as the two sides signed many agreements on the second day of President Ram Nath Kovind's visit. The agreements were signed after President Kovind held delegation-level talks with Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth and members of his Cabinet. | |
| 242. |
India ranks __________ in the World Happiness Report 2018. |
| Answer» India has ranked 133rd out of 156 countries in the World Happiness Report 2018. World Happiness report is an annual report published by the U.N. Sustainable Development Solutions Network. The World Happiness Report 2018 ranks 156 countries by their happiness levels and 117 countries by the happiness of their immigrants. | |
| 243. |
India ranks __________ in WEF Energy Transition Index 2018. |
| Answer» India ranked at 78th, lower than its emerging market peers like Brazil and China, among 114 countries on the World Economic Forum's (WEF) energy transition index. The list was topped by Sweden. The report titled 'Fostering Effective Energy Transition' ranks countries on how well they are able to balance energy security and access to environmental sustainability and affordability. The Top 5 Countries in the List are- 1. Sweden, 2. Norway 3. Switzerland 4. Finland, 5. Denmark. | |
| 244. |
India has signed how much amount of loan agreement with Asian Development Bank (ADB) to improve rail infrastructure? |
| Answer» The Government of India (GoI) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $120 million loan agreement for completion of works for double-tracking and electrification of railways tracks along high-density corridors to improve operational efficiency of Indian railways. The tranche 3 loan is part of the $500 million multi-tranche financing facility for Railway Sector Investment Program approved by the ADB Board in 2011. The loan amount will be used to complete the ongoing works commenced under earlier tranches. The purpose of the project is to increase the efficiency of the rail infrastructure through electrification, introduction of modern signaling system, and doubling rail tracks on key routes in the country. ADB loan has a 20-year term, including a grace period of 5 years, an annual interest rate determined in accordance with ADB's London interbank offered rate (LIBOR)-based lending facility, and a commitment charge of 0.15% per year. | |
| 245. |
India ranks World's __________ largest unbanked population as per the report of World Bank. |
| Answer» According to World Bank, India has 19 crore adults without a bank account, making it the world's 2nd largest unbanked population. India's adult population with a bank account has more than doubled to 80% since 2011. Jan-Dhan Yojana has brought an additional 310 million Indians into formal banking system by March 2018. China has world's largest unbanked population, followed by India & Pak. | |
| 246. |
This country wins six elections to UN Economic and Social Council bodies, recently. |
| Answer» India won six elections to UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) bodies. By winning these elections, India won places on the executive boards of four UN bodies, three commissions and a committee. In election for the Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO) Committee, within the Asia-Pacific group, India got the highest number of votes (46). The NGO committee scrutinises the NGOs applying for consultative status with ECOSOC. It is an important body as it has the power to recommend or block them. India will serve a four-year term on this committee starting January 2019. | |
| 247. |
How many MoUs were signed in New Delhi under the aegis of the Ministry of Development of North East Region (DoNER) for promotion of tourism in the North-East India? |
| Answer» Four memorandum of understanding (MoUs) were signed in New Delhi under the aegis of the Ministry of Development of North East Region (DoNER) for promotion of tourism in the North-East India. The MoUs were signed between various entities in North East India and Airbnb, one of the world's leading community-driven hospitality companies. These MoU are aimed at creating hospitality micro-entrepreneurs across key destinations in the North East of India. Activities carried out under these MoUs are a step towards achieving the aim of creating more sustainable accommodation options to enhance the hospitality service standards in North East Region and thereby doubling tourist growth rate in the next three years. The MoUs were signed on behalf of North East Tourism Development Council (NETDC) and North Eastern Council (NEC)and two key livelihood initiatives, North Eastern Region Community Resource Management Project (NERCORMP) and North East Rural Livelihood Project (NERLP). | |
| 248. |
India signed a loan agreement of __________ millions with World Bank for Meghalaya? |
| Answer» A Loan Agreement for IBRD loan of USD 48 million for the "Meghalaya Community - Led Landscapes Management Project (MCLLMP)" was signed with the World Bank. The main Objective of the Project is to strengthen community-led landscapes management in selected landscapes in the State of Meghalaya. The Project consists of three components: (i) Strengthening Knowledge and Capacity for Natural Resource Management; (ii) Community-led landscape planning and implementation and (iii) Project Management and Governance. | |
| 249. |
This country handed over the 18th diesel-electric locomotive to Myanmar recently. |
| Answer» India handed over the 18th diesel-electric locomotive to Myanmar and thereby completed the first project under the current Indian line of credit (LoC) to Myanmar. All 18, AC-DC 1350 HP diesel-electric locomotives are fitted with the microprocessor control based system and can attain a maximum speed of 100 KM PH. These locomotives have been customised for the Myanmar Railways and have been built by Diesel Locomotive Works, Varanasi. The handing over ceremony was attended by Minister of State for Railways Rajen Gohain. | |
| 250. |
With with country US, UK launch air strikes in Syria. |
| Answer» The US has launched air strikes in Syria along with the UK and France, in response to the chemical attack that killed dozens of people last week. Explosions were reported in Syria's capital Damascus, moments after US President Donald Trump announced the military action. The US intends to "sustain [the strikes] until Syrian regime stops its use of chemical weapons". | |