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| 2951. |
Amazon Web Services launched Frontier Technologies Cloud Innovation Centre with whom? |
| Answer» The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) said on Monday that it had established a Frontier Technologies Cloud Innovation Centre (CIC) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help address societal challenges through digital innovation. | |
| 2952. |
Who launched the "Development of Indigenous Software solution for VTS and VTMS? |
| Answer» Minister of State (Shipping) Shri Mansukh Mandaviya e-launched the development of Indigenous Software solution for Vessel traffic services (VTS) and Vessels Traffic Monitoring Systems (VTMS). | |
| 2953. |
Which company selected by NASA is to build 4G LTE Mobile network on the Moon? |
| Answer» Nokia has been selected by NASA to build the first cellular network on the moon. NASA aims to return humans to the moon by 2024 and dig in for a long-term presence there under its Artemis programme. The first wireless broadband communications system in space would be built on the lunar surface in late 2022. | |
| 2954. |
Which IIT developed 'COVIRAP' technology for COVID-19? |
| Answer» The researchers at IIT Kharagpur have developed 'COVIRAP,' the Covid-19 diagnostic test technology, which is fairly easy to conduct and affordable as well and can produce results within one hour. This COVIRAP technology has been successfully validated for its efficacy in COVID-19 detection by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and been granted certification, after rigorous testing with patient samples by an authorized ICMR laboratory. | |
| 2955. |
Who launched CuRED, CSIR partnered clinical trials website? |
| Answer» Union health and science and technology minister Harsh Vardhan launched CuRED, a website that gives comprehensive info about the numerous Covid-19 clinical trials that the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) is engaged in partnership with industry, other government departments and ministries. | |
| 2956. |
Who launched Life in Miniature project? |
| Answer» Union Minister of State for Culture and Tourism (I/C) Shri Prahlad Singh Patel virtually launched "Life in Miniature" project, a collaboration between the National Museum, New Delhi, Ministry of Culture, and Google Arts & culture today. Speaking at the launch of the project, Shri Prahlad Singh Patel emphasized the importance of the Prime Minister's 'Digital India' initiative and the role of technology in the preservation of India's heritage. He commended Google for its leadership in the technology sector and its focus on product innovation, stating that Google's commitment to driving social empowerment and inclusion is a true asset to India. | |
| 2957. |
Which organization has successfully conducted final trial of Nag anti-tank guided missile? |
| Answer» Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) successfully carried out the final trial of the third generation, anti-tank guided missile 'NAG', from the Pokhran field firing ranges in Rajasthan. The successful final user trial of the missile makes the Nag anti-tank missile ready for induction in the Indian Army. Following the final trial, the missile will now enter into the production phase. | |
| 2958. |
Who virtually addressed the World Bank- IMF annual meeting? |
| Answer» Union health minister, Dr Harsh Vardhan, virtually addressed the World Bank- IMF annual meeting. The theme of the meeting was "Unleashing the South Asian Century through Human Capital for All" and "Investing in COVID-19 Vaccines and Primary Healthcare Delivery System." | |
| 2959. |
Who constituted committee to examine issues concerning expenditure limits? |
| Answer» The Election Commission of India has set up a 2-member committee to examine the issue of revising the expenditure limit for candidates for Lok Sabha and assembly polls. The committee will comprise of Shri Harish Kumar, Ex. IRS and DG (Investigation), Shri Umesh Sinha, Secretary-General and DG (Expenditure). The need to set up this committee was felt in view of the increase in the number of electors and the rise in the Cost Inflation Index. It will submit its report within 120 days of its constitution. | |
| 2960. |
AAI plans to develop 100 airports, waterdromes, and heliports by which year? |
| Answer» Airports Authority of India (AAI) plans to develop at least 100 airports, waterdromes and heliports by 2024 under the regional air connectivity scheme, said an official release. | |
| 2961. |
How many States reported contraction in intestinal worm infection in Children? |
| Answer» Quoting the latest report on the National Deworming Day (NDD), the Union Health Ministry on Tuesday informed that 14 states have reported a reduction in the parasitic intestinal worm infection in children. During the last round of deworming in the country, 11 crore children and adolescents had been administered with the Albendazole tablet across the country. However, the drive had to be halted due to the COVID-19 outbreak. | |
| 2962. |
Who partnered with Atlantis to expand Digital First Program in India? |
| Answer» Mastercard has entered into a partnership with Atlantis to expand the Digital First Program in India. The partnership aims to provide the users of Mastercard, a technology solution that enables them to enjoy a best-in-class digital banking experience. After the launch in India, the partnership will expand to Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. The partnership allows the users of the Mastercard to have immediate account access and convenient payments. | |
| 2963. |
Which authority has constituted a 14-member advisory committee to look into introducing reforms in the urban planning education system? |
| Answer» NITI Aayog has constituted a 14-member advisory committee to look into introducing reforms in the urban planning education system. The panel will be headed by NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Rajiv Kumar. The members of the committee include Amitabh Kant, CEO of NITI Aayog and secretaries of Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs(MoHUA), Ministry of Education(MoE) and Ministry of Panchayati Raj. | |
| 2964. |
Who addressed 1st ever Ministerial Meeting of G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group? |
| Answer» India today reiterated its commitment for eradication of corruption under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Speaking at the 1st ever Ministerial Meeting of G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space. | |
| 2965. |
Which district bagged top position for implementation of PMGSY? |
| Answer» Himachal Pradesh has also secured second position at the national level for construction of roads under PMGSY. Union Ministry of Rural Development has declared the list of top performing 30 districts in the country for implementing the PMGSY programme. | |
| 2966. |
Who introduced 'Facial Recognition System' to access digital documents? |
| Answer» Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced the 'Facial Recognition System' to access the digital documents. This system has been launched for classes 10th and 12th.The system has been launched amid the Covid-19 situation in order to make things easier for students. | |
| 2967. |
Who released new series of CPI for industrial workers? |
| Answer» Labour Minister Santosh Gangwar released the new series of Consumer Price Index for industrial workers (CPI-IW) on October 22, 2020. It was launched with 2016 as Base Year. Earlier the base year for the CPI-IW was 2001. | |
| 2968. |
Who inaugurated first ever 'India International Cooperatives Trade Fair'? |
| Answer» The first ever 'India International Cooperatives Trade Fair'(IICTF) was inaugurated today by the Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Narendra Singh Tomar at Pragati Maidan. The 3 day event is being held from today till 13th October, 2019. As 94% of total farmers in India are members of at least one cooperative institution, IICTF is aimed at furthering Prime Minister Narendra Modi led government's vision and goal of doubling farmers' income by promoting cooperative-to-cooperative trade within India abroad and promoting exports of key agriculture commodities and products leading to enhanced rural and farm prosperity. | |
| 2969. |
Which company partnered with Singapore-based Atlantis to expand Digital First Program in India? |
| Answer» The payments technology company MasterCard has partnered with Atlantis, a Singapore-based financial technology company, for the expansion of its Digital First Program in India. Under the Digital First Program, users will be able to use their cards/accounts for digital transactions within minutes of application, without the need to wait to receive a physical card. | |
| 2970. |
Which company has inked MoU with ICCI to support SMEs & start-ups? |
| Answer» Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has signed an agreement with Inventivepreneur Chamber of Commerce and Industries (ICCI) to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups, and promote their listing on the exchange. | |
| 2971. |
TCS jointly developed novel Industry 4.0 technology with which IIT? |
| Answer» IIT Kharagpur jointly with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has developed novel Industry 4.0 technology for remotely controlled factory operations and real-time quality correction during industrial production, setting a new trend in India's advanced manufacturing sector. | |
| 2972. |
Who virtually launched "Life in Miniature" project? |
| Answer» Union Minister of State for Culture and Tourism (I/C), Prahlad Singh Patel has virtually launched the "Life in Miniature" project, a collaboration between the National Museum, New Delhi, Ministry of Culture, and Google Arts & culture. | |
| 2973. |
Who launched Mobile application for Geo tagging of the components of projects under Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana? |
| Answer» Union Minister of State for Jal Shakti and Social Justice & Empowerment Rattan Lal Kataria, launched a Mobile application for Geo tagging of the components of projects under Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana- Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme(PMKSY-AIBP) of the Department of WR, RD& GR under Ministry of Jal Shakti.On the occasion of launch of the App through Video Conferencing from Panchkula, the Minister said that in 2016-17, the Union Govt, in consultation with States, prioritized Ninety-nine (99) ongoing Major/ Medium Irrigation (MMI) Projects in the country, for completion in phases under PMKSY-AIBP. | |
| 2974. |
India Posts released which anniversary of UN Commemorative Stamp? |
| Answer» Department of Posts (DOP), Ministry of Communications released a commemorative postage stamp on the 75th anniversary of the United Nations Organizations. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson, Anurag Srivastava stated India attaches the highest priority to the expansion of the UN Security Council so that it reflects contemporary realities of the world. He stated reformed multilateralism will be a key pillar of the overall approach in the upcoming innings of India as a non-permanent member. | |
| 2975. |
Govt Set Up High-level Committee headed by whom to commemorate 400th birth anniversary of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur? |
| Answer» The Centre on Saturday set up a high-level committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to commemorate the 400th birth anniversary of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur. The mandate of the 70-member committee includes approval of policies, plans, programmes and supervision and guiding the commemoration, besides deciding broad dates for detailed programmes of celebration. | |
| 2976. |
Who launched 'e-Dharti Geo portal'? |
| Answer» Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister, Hardeep Singh Puri has launched the 'e-Dharti Geo Portal' to integrate legacy drawings such as maps and lease plans in the management information system and make its geographic information system (GIS)-enabled. | |
| 2977. |
NHAI signed pact to share expertise for betterment of highways with which IIT? |
| Answer» Indian Institute of Technology, Jodhpur and National Highway Authority of India have signed a pact to share their expertise for betterment of highway infrastructure. The signing ceremony was held at the IIT campus in the presence of Institute's Director Santanu Chaudhury and Ajay Bishnoi, GM (Tech) and Project Director, NHAI, Project Implementation Unit (PIU) Jodhpur. | |
| 2978. |
Who launched two Centres of Excellence for tribal welfare? |
| Answer» The Union Minister of Tribal Affairs, Arjun Munda has launched two Centres of Excellence (CoE) for Tribal Welfare in a collaboration between Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) and Art of Living (AoL) through video conference. | |
| 2979. |
GoI has set up committee to commemorate which anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur? |
| Answer» The Centre has set up a high-level committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to commemorate the 400th birth anniversary of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur. Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla will be the member secretary of the 70-member high-level committee. | |
| 2980. |
Who inaugurated 'Direct Port Entry Facility'? |
| Answer» The Union Minister of State for Shipping (I/C), Mansukh Mandaviya has inaugurated the 'Direct Port Entry (DPE) facility' of V.O. Chidambaranar Port Trust in Tamil Nadu. This will help in increasing Ease of Doing Business for the exporters, as the facility will bring efficiency and reduce dwell time, lower tariff cost and improve the competitiveness of shipper in the international trade. | |
| 2981. |
Which IIT and ASI signed MoU with two institutes of Italy? |
| Answer» The Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (IIT-K) and the Archaeological Survey of India have signed an agreement with two institutions from Italy, seeking restoration and protection of historical monuments. The activities under this MoU will be coordinated by professor Mukesh Sharma, department of Civil Engineering, IIT-Kanpur. | |
| 2982. |
Who launched India-Australia Circular Economy Hackathon(I-ACE), with Australia's Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)? |
| Answer» NITI Aayog Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) virtually launches India Australia Circular Economy Hackathon (I-ACE) in association with Australia's national science agency, CSIRO. The hackathon will focus on the identification and development of innovative technology solutions by bright students, start-ups, and MSMEs of both nations for fostering a sustainable circular economy with the aim of increasing the long-term health and resilience of our planet. | |
| 2983. |
Which ministry inaugurated 'Direct Port Entry Facility' at V.O. Chidambaranar port? |
| Answer» A direct port entry facility was launched at the V O Chidambarnar port in Tuticorin by Union minister of state for shipping and minister of state for Chemicals and Fertilizers Mansukh Mandaviya. | |
| 2984. |
3rd India-US 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue has begun in which city? |
| Answer» India is hosting the third India-US two plus two Ministerial Dialogue at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar are leading the Indian delegation. The United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of Defence Mark Esper are leading the US delegation. The First two plus two dialogue was held in New Delhi in September 2018 and the Second in Washington DC in 2019. | |
| 2985. |
Who inaugurated 4th edition of India Energy Forum? |
| Answer» PM Narendra Modi has inaugurated the 4th India Energy Forum by CERAWeek organised by HIS Markit. The theme of this edition is "India's Energy Future in a World of Change". India is the third-largest and the fastest-growing aviation market in terms of domestic aviation and Indian carriers are projected to increase their fleet size from 600 to 1200 by 2024. | |
| 2986. |
NBCC signed MoU with which organisation for development of land parcels in national capital? |
| Answer» State-owned construction firm NBCC Ltd has signed an MoU with Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) for development of various land parcels in the national capital. In a regulatory filing, NBCC informed that the company and DTC "signed the MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) for development of... land parcel(s) in Delhi on October 27, 2020". NBCC will work as Project Management Consultant (PMCl) for developing land parcels on a self-revenue generation model, it added. | |
| 2987. |
Who launched virtual festival of 'Parampara Series 2020'? |
| Answer» Vice President, M Venkaiah Naidu has launched the virtual festival of "Parampara Series 2020-National Festival of Music and Dance" organised by Natya Tarangini in partnership with the United Nations. Natya Tarangini has been organising this for the past 23 years. | |
| 2988. |
SBI card launched multi-purpose smart card with which organisation? |
| Answer» The SBI Card in association with the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation launched a contactless multi-purpose card that can function as a credit card and as a metro smart card. The credit card Delhi Metro SBI Card is designed for regular commuters on Delhi Metro. | |
| 2989. |
Who addressed 6th Parliamentary Speakers' Summit of G 20 Countries? |
| Answer» Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has said that terrorism not only damages the society but also significantly impacts the economy. Mr Birla, who is in Tokyo to attend the 6th Parliamentary Speakers' Summit of G 20 Countries, shared his views with Presiding Officers of Parliaments of G20 countries. | |
| 2990. |
Plastic Premier League tournament is to be played in which city? |
| Answer» A unique Plastic Premier League (PPL) tournament is being played in Indore, Madhya Pradesh to free the city from single-use plastic. Indore is known for its innovative efforts regarding cleanliness. Indore has been awarded as the cleanest city in the country four times so far. | |
| 2991. |
Japan to achieve zero carbon emissions by which year? |
| Answer» Japanese Prime Minister, Yoshihide Suga has stated that the country will achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050. The Prime Minister stated he intends to make a sustainable economy a pillar of his growth strategy and put maximum effort into achieving a green society. | |
| 2992. |
With whom QCI launched National Program and Project Management Policy Framework initiative to transform Infrastructure sector in India? |
| Answer» NITI Aayog and Quality Council of India today launched the 'National Program and Project Management Policy Framework' (NPMPF), envisaged to bring radical reforms in the way infrastructure projects are executed in India. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Nitin Gadkari unveiled the Indian Infrastructure Body of Knowledge (InBoK), a book on the practice of program and project management in India, and launched the framework, along with Union Minister Piyush Goyal, NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant, and QCI Chairman Adil Zainulbhai. Dignitaries from across the government, infrastructure sector, global project management companies, large contracting firms such as L&T India, PSUs, global and Indian development banks, etc., also participated in the event. | |
| 2993. |
Who launched digital gold on its platform? |
| Answer» A leading merchant payment network, BharatPe has announced the launch of digital gold on its platform. The launch of this new category of fintech product is in line with the company's commitment to offering the entire gamut of financial products to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). | |
| 2994. |
European Commission signed new Implementing Arrangement to enhance scientific cooperation with Which company? |
| Answer» The European Commission and the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) on Wednesday signed a new implementing arrangement to enhance scientific cooperation. According to an official statement issued by the European Union, Ambassador of the European Union to India, Ugo Astuto, and the Member Secretary of the ICSSR, Professor Virendra Kumar Malhotra, signed the Implementing Arrangement in a virtual mode. | |
| 2995. |
IBM collaborated for digital services with which company? |
| Answer» Tech giant IBM on Thursday said it has collaborated with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) to transform the latter's customer experience using digital tools. Around 12,400 IOCL distributors covering about 130 million consumers can now use the Indian Oil One mobile app and portal, developed by IBM Services, a statement said. | |
| 2996. |
ASI signed MoU with Italian institutes for restoration of monuments with which IIT? |
| Answer» The Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (IIT-K) and the Archaeological Survey of India have signed an agreement with two institutions from Italy, seeking restoration and protection of historical monuments. | |
| 2997. |
NSDC tied-up to empower 1 lakh women with digital skills with which company? |
| Answer» Microsoft has collaborated with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to impart digital skills to more than one lakh underserved women in India over the next ten months. This initiative is an extension of Microsoft's partnership with NSDC to provide digital skills to over 1 lakh youth in the country. | |
| 2998. |
Who participated in 10th India-UK Economic & Financial Dialogue on Global Responses to coronavirus? |
| Answer» Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today participated in the 10th India-UK Economic and Financial Dialogue on Global Responses to coronavirus through Video Conferencing in New Delhi. Speaking on the occasion, Mrs Sitharaman said, India-UK economic ties are important, as together they are two of the world's top seven economies with a combined GDP of over five trillion dollar. | |
| 2999. |
Who launched Infrastructure Management Software? |
| Answer» Indian Army has launched Infrastructure Management Software. As the Indian expands to accommodate its growing ranks and capacities, infrastructure development has gained significant importance in many of the Army stations where major works are planned to replace vintage accommodation of the pre-independence era. | |
| 3000. |
Which organisation reported that India remittances will decline by 9% to $76 billion in 2020? |
| Answer» The World Bank said remittances to India would fall this year by nine per cent to $76 billion due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and global economic recession. India followed by China, Mexico, the Philippines, and Egypt continue to be the top five countries in 2020 to receive foreign remittances, the World Bank said in its latest report. | |