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| 351. |
How many new project are inagurated between India and Bangladesh recently? |
| Answer» Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh Hasina, and Chief Ministers of West Bengal Mamata Banerjee and Tripura Biplab Kumar Deb jointly inaugurated three projects in Bangladesh via video conferencing. They are 500 MW additional power supply from India to Bangladesh, Akhaura - Agartala Rail Link, and Rehabilitation of the Kulaura-Shahbazpur section of Bangladesh Railways. | |
| 352. |
The Union Cabinet approved new Umbrella Scheme called __________ for ensuring remunerative prices to the farmers for their produce as announced in the Union Budget for 2018. |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet approved new Umbrella Scheme 'Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan, PM-AASHA. The Scheme is aimed at ensuring remunerative prices to the farmers for their produce as announced in the Union Budget for 2018 the announcement was made by the Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh in New Delhi. The Cabinet has decided to give additional government guarantee of Rs.16,550 crore making it Rs. 45,550 crore in total. This schem includes 1. Price Support Scheme (PSS), 2. Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS), and 3. Pilot of Private Procurement and Stockist Scheme (PPPS). | |
| 353. |
As per the survey of Kronos Incorporated, Which country is the world's most hardest working country? |
| Answer» As per culture study survey by US-based multi-national workforce management firm Kronos Incorporated, India leads the way as the world's hardest working country with 69% of full-time employees are happy with 5-day workweek. Indians stated that they would work five days a week even if they had the option to work fewer days for the same pay. Mexico was the 2nd-highest at 43% of workers, followed by the US at 27%. The study found workers in the United Kingdom, France and Australia were least content with the standard five-day workweek. According to a survey If pay remained constant, one-third of global workers felt their ideal workweek would last four days (34%), while 20% said they would work 3 days a week. For this study, the survey was carried out amongst 2, 700 full and part-time employees living in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Mexico, the UK and the US. It was conducted by Future Workplace on behalf of Kronos Incorporated between July 31 to August 9, 2018. | |
| 354. |
The Delhi government has signed a "Friendship and Cooperation Agreement" with which city to share expertise on 12 fields? |
| Answer» The Delhi government has signed a "Friendship and Cooperation Agreement" with the Seoul Metropolitan Government under which the two cities would exchange expertise for betterment in 12 fields including environment, transport, tourism, solid waste management and public health. As per the MoU, the Delhi government will solicit support of its Urban Development Department and other departments for implementing all the relevant aspects of the agreement. It also requires the Delhi government to set up and operationalise a 'Twinning Cell' at the Urban Development Department and a committee to support the cell. Besides, it will support activity related workshops, conduct community participation activities, and maintain documentation. The 'Twinning Agreement' will remain in force till three years from September 14, 2018, and it could be amended by written agreement between the two parties. | |
| 355. |
NABARD has approved Rs 65,634.93 crore loan amount for how many projects? |
| Answer» The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has approved Rs 65,634.93 crore loan so far to 93 prioritised irrigation projects under the government's flagship scheme Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY). The NABARD is funding the central and state share of 99 prioritised irrigation projects under the PMKSY through long term irrigation fund (LTIF). It is mandated to provide Rs 70,000 crore loan to these projects to be completed by 2019. | |
| 356. |
Which country is host to the World chef's congress 2018? |
| Answer» The first edition of the World Heritage Cuisine Summit and food festival will be held at the Qila Gobindgarh in Amritsar, Punjab from October 12-14. It will be organise by the World Cultural Culinary Heritage Committee, under the aegis of the World Association of Chefs' Societies (World Chefs). The summit, hosted by the Indian Federation of Culinary Associations, will celebrate traditional cuisine with live demonstrations, food tasting, presentations, panel discussions, master classes by chefs from around the world in the holy city. It will focus on inculcating appreciation for food culture and traditions, good food habits and sustainable practices. | |
| 357. |
India ranks __________ On Family-Owned Business List as per the report published by the Credit Suisse Research Institute (CSRI). |
| Answer» India ranks third globally in terms of number of family-owned businesses with 111 companies having a total market capitalisation of $839 billion. India closely follows China with 159 firms and the US with 121 firms,according to the 'Credit Suisse Family 1000 in 2018' study, published by the Credit Suisse Research Institute (CSRI). | |
| 358. |
As per the recent report of Finance ministry, how many people joined the modified Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojna (PMJDY) scheme? |
| Answer» According to Finance ministry , 20 lakh people have joined the modified Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojna (PMJDY) as on September 5, 2018. The total number of account holders has now increased to 32.61 crore. | |
| 359. |
Recently, India signed an MoU for construction of a 5000-metric ton temperature controlled warehouse with this country. |
| Answer» India and Sri Lanka signed an MoU for construction of a 5000-metric ton temperature controlled warehouse in Dambulla, Sri Lanka. The warehouse will be constructed with an Indian grant assistance of 30 crore Sri Lankan rupees. The project envisages construction of a 5000-metric ton temperature controlled warehouse for fruits and vegetables to minimize its post-harvest losses. This initiative will benefit the farming community by reducing the wastage, particularly in the peak season when there is surplus production. | |
| 360. |
Romania and __________ agreed to intensify cooperation at the United Nations and other multilateral fora in order to address global challenges. |
| Answer» India and Romania have agreed to intensify cooperation at the United Nations and other multilateral fora in order to address global challenges. It was issued in a statement after one to one talks between Vice President Venkaiah Naidu and President of Romania, Mr. Klaus Werner Lohannis in Bucharest. Romania was appreciated for its support to India's bid for permanent membership of United Nations Security Council. | |
| 361. |
World Bank approves Country Partnership Framework for this country recently. |
| Answer» World Bank Board has endorsed an ambitious five-year Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for India, which aligns with New Delhi's objectives of high, sustainable and inclusive growth. The framework is expected to bring between 25 and 30 billion US Dollars in financial support to India. The move is aimed at supporting India's transition to a higher middle-income country by addressing some of its key development priorities such as resource efficient and inclusive growth, job creation and building its human capital. | |
| 362. |
The new scheme approved by Employee's State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) through which it will pay cash relief to insured persons during the period of unemployment is; |
| Answer» The Employee's State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) approved a new scheme- Atal Bimit Vyakti Kalyan Yojna for Insured Persons covered under the Employees' State Insurance Act. The decision was taken at the ESIC board meeting chaired by the Labour Minister Santosh Gangwar in New Delhi. A relief will be payable in cash directly to Bank Account of insured person in case of unemployment. It would benefit insured persons covered under the Employee's State Insurance Act, 1948. | |
| 363. |
As per the report of Oxfam World Inequality Index 2018, what is the position of India? |
| Answer» UK-based charity 'Oxfam International's report named 'Commitment to Reducing Inequality (CRI) Index was released in which India ranked 147th among 157 countries analysed and was labeled as "a very worrying situation" with respect to the rising inequality in the country. Out of 157 countries measured, Denmark topped the list based on its high and progressive taxation, high social spending and good protection of workers. Ranking at 11th, Japan became the topper among the Asian countries. Among the BRICS nations, China was ranked 81st on the list, Brazil 39th and Russia 50th. | |
| 364. |
United Nations signed an order of Sustainable Development Framework with this country. |
| Answer» India and UN signed a five-year sustainable development framework. CEO NITI Aayog, Amitabh Kant and United Nations Resident Coordinator in India, Yuri Afanasiev, signed the Government of India-United Nations Sustainable Development Framework (UNSDF) for 2018-2022, at a special signing ceremony. The NITI Aayog is the national counterpart for the UN in India for the operationalization of the UNSDF. The government of India-United Nations Sustainable Development Framework (SDF) 2018-2022 outlines the work of UN agencies in India, to support the achievement of key development outcomes that have been identified in consultation with the government and are aligned to the national priorities. | |
| 365. |
As per the report of world Bank's "A Glass Half Full: The Promise of Regional Trade in South Asia", India's trade in goods with South Asia is; |
| Answer» A report of World Bank named 'A Glass Half Full: The Promise of Regional Trade in South Asia', India's trade in goods with South Asia could be at $62 billion and that with Pakistan could be at $37 billion without trade barriers. The present trade amounts to $19 billion with South Asia and $2 billion with Pakistan. This could be improved with Deeper regional trade and connectivity and access to South Asian regions, Substituting fossil fuels by cleaner hydropower from Nepal and Bhutan, Addressing mutual trust deficits, Nontariff barriers and Liberalization. | |
| 366. |
How many Mou's have been signed between India and Uzbekistan recently? |
| Answer» A meeting between Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, Mr Ravi Shankar Prasad and the Minister for Development of Information Technologies and Communications, Uzbekistan Mr Shuhrat Sadikov was held in New Delhi for strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries in ICT sector. Two Memorandum of Understandings (MoU's) were signed: - a) Agreement between National Informatics Centre (NIC), India and e-Government System development centre of the Ministry for Development of Information Technologies and Communications of Uzbekistan for strengthening e-Governance cooperation. b) Declaration of Intent between CDAC, India and Tashkent University of Information Technologies, Uzbekistan for cooperation in the area of capacity building in ICT sector. | |
| 367. |
The Union Cabinet cleared a proposal to convert this into govt entity. |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet cleared a proposal to convert GST Network (GSTN) into a 100% government-owned company. GSTN provides IT infrastructure for the new indirect tax regime. After restructuring of GSTN, ownership will be equally divided between the Centre and states. Currently, the Centre and states together hold 49% stake in the GST Network. | |
| 368. |
How many agreements have been signed between India & Uzbekistan recently? |
| Answer» Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The two sides took stock of the bilateral relationship across several sectors during the delegation-level talks. 17 agreements and MoUs were signed in the field of law, tourism, military education, agriculture, science and technology, commerce and industry, pharmaceutical, national security and illicit trafficking besides others. Uzbek President supported India's bid for permanent membership of UN Security Council. | |
| 369. |
What is the position of India in the Economist Intelligence Unit's "Government E-Payments Adoption Ranking"? |
| Answer» The Government E-Payments Adoption Ranking (GEAR), compiled by The Economist Intelligence Unit commissioned by payments company Visa ranked India as 28th country to progress in the digital transformation journey. India moved up to 28th in 2018, from 36th in 2011. It holds the top ranking on B2G and G2B and comes third on C2G jointly with Argentina. India leads the B2G category, along with other countries like Australia, Singapore and South Korea. | |
| 370. |
India has launched which humanitarian assistance operation to provide assistance to the earthquake and tsunami victims in Indonesia? |
| Answer» India launched 'Operation Samudra Maitri' in Central Sulawesi Province of the Republic of Indonesia to provide massive humanitarian assistance to the earthquake and tsunami victims in Indonesia. Two Indian Air Force aircrafts - C-130J and C-17 - departed recently with medical personnel and relief material. The C-130J aircraft is carrying a medical team along with tents and equipment to set up a field hospital. The C-17 aircraft is carrying medicines, generators, tents and water to provide immediate assistance. Three Indian Naval Ships - INS Tir, INS Sujatha and INS Shardul - have also been mobilised to carry out Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR). | |
| 371. |
With which city, Delhi government signed a twin-city agreement recently? |
| Answer» Delhi government signed a twin-city agreement with the government of Moscow for cooperation in various fields like environment, culture and education, for the next 3 years. The agreement was signed by Minister of the Moscow City government and head of its international relations Sergey Cheremin and Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia. | |
| 372. |
Which country elected to the United Nations' Human Rights Council with the highest vote? |
| Answer» India has been elected to the United Nations' Human Rights Council with the highest vote among all candidates. It secured 188 votes in the Asia-Pacific category for a period of three years beginning January 1, 2019. India's win with the highest number of votes reflects the country's standing in the international comity. The 18 new members were elected by the absolute majority through a secret ballot. India got the highest number of votes among all 18 countries in the five regional categories. In the Asia Pacific category, India got 188 votes followed by Fiji with 187 and Bangladesh 178 votes. | |
| 373. |
What is the rank of India in the 2018 Global Hunger Index? |
| Answer» The 2018 Global Hunger Index (GHI) indicates that the level of hunger and undernutrition worldwide falls into the serious category, at a value of 20.9, down from 29.2 in 2000. As per the index, India was ranked 103rd out of 119 qualifying countries. The Global Hunger Index 2018 report was prepared jointly by global NGOs namely, Concern Worldwide (Ireland) and Welthungerhilfe (Germany). In the countries included in the GHI, the share of the undernourished population stood at 12.3 percent in 2015-2017, down from 17.6 percent in 1999-2001. | |
| 374. |
The government reduced excise duty on jet fuel to _____ % from current 14%. |
| Answer» The government reduced excise duty on jet fuel to 11 % from current 14 % inorder to help the aviation industry that has been affected badly by high fuel prices. The Revenue Department of the Finance Ministry has notified that the excise duty on aviation turbine fuel (ATF) change will come to effect from 12th October 2018. | |
| 375. |
How many MoUs were signed between India and Tajikistan? |
| Answer» President Ram Nath Kovind commenced his 3-day visit to Tajikistan till October 9, 2018. 9 Mou's are signed between India and Tajikistan. It includes MOU between Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan and the Ministry of External Affairs of the Republic of India for the period 2018-2021. MOU between The Centre for Strategic Researches under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan and Vivekananda International Foundation, New Delhi. MOU between Academy of Agricultural Sciences of the Republic of Tajikistan and Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi, India. | |
| 376. |
Which government launched the Chief Minister's Urban Leaders Fellowship Programme, recently? |
| Answer» The Delhi government announced Chief Minister's Urban Leaders Fellowship Programme to attract young leaders to address serious urban challenges. | |
| 377. |
According to a survey by Finnish AI-based solutions specialists Zyfra, What is the rank of India in terms of development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT)? |
| Answer» India is among the most advanced countries in terms of development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT), according to a survey by Finnish AI-based solutions specialists Zyfra. The survey ranks the US first, followed by China, while India ranks 13th, just after Canada. The ranking is based on a study that examined the number and quality of scientific publications on the subject. | |
| 378. |
Which is the world's most depressed country according to a World Health Organization (WHO) report? |
| Answer» According to a World Health Organization report, India is the world's most depressed country, closely followed by China and the US. Also according to the 2015-16 National Mental Health Survey (NMHS) implemented by National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, every sixth person in India needs mental health help. At least 6.5 per cent of the Indian population suffer from some form of the serious mental disorder. | |
| 379. |
What is the rank of India out of 50 valuable national brands released by Brand Finance? |
| Answer» India has secured 9th rank out of top 50 valuable national brands, according to a report titled 'Nation Brands 2018' released by Brand Finance, a leading brand valuation and strategy consultancy. India was ranked 8th in last year's report but slipped by a spot to the 9th rank, despite its brand value rose by 5%. India's brand value was $2,046 billion in 2017 and has increased to $2,159 billion in 2018. The US topped the list with a brand value of $25,899 billion which rose by 23% from last year. China is at the second spot with a brand value of $12,779 billion. China's brand value saw an increase of 25% from last year. | |
| 380. |
How many agreements are signed between India and Croatia to strengthen cultural and diplomatic cooperations? |
| Answer» India and Croatia signed two agreements to strengthen cultural and diplomatic cooperation between the two countries. The agreements were signed following External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj's meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Croatia Marija Pejcinovic Buric in New Delhi. Both leaders discussed ways to step up cooperation in trade and investment, health, science and technology, education, tourism and culture. | |
| 381. |
As per the report of Asian Development Bank, Which country has the Most Outward Migrants In 2017? |
| Answer» Most of the international migrants in 2017 were from India, followed by China and Bangladesh, according to an Asian Development Bank (ADB) report titled 'Asian Economic Integration Report 2018'. As per the report, as many as one-third of international migrants were from Asia in 2017. India had the most outward migrants in 2017 (17 million), followed by China (10 million) and Bangladesh (7.5 million). | |
| 382. |
Which is the host country of 2018 International Arya Maha Sammelan? |
| Answer» The President of India, Ram Nath Kovind has inaugurated the International Arya Mahasammelan - 2018 in New Delhi on October 25. The Arya Mahasammelan is touted as being a platform for the Arya Samaj to project its views on major caste-related issues and problems concerning backward sections of society. The convention also aims to spread a message of human welfare originating from the Vedas, promote universal brotherhood and ensure safeguarding of social morals. | |
| 383. |
How many agreement are signed between India and Bangladesh recently? |
| Answer» India and Bangladesh signed three agreements on 25 October 2018. The agreement were signed for enhancing inland and coastal waterways connectivity between the two countries for trade and cruise movements. It includes the use Chattogram and Mongla Ports in Bangladesh for goods movement. They also signed a standard operating procedure (SOP) for movement of passenger and cruise services. | |
| 384. |
What is the rank of India among the world countries in terms of large insurance gap, as per a Lloyd's of London's report? |
| Answer» According to a Lloyd's of London's report - A world at risk- Closing the insurance gap, India has the second largest insurance gap in the world of USD 27 billion (in absolute terms) after China. It was prepared by Lloyd's and Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR). This report also includes all the latest non-life underinsurance and insurance penetration data for natural catastrophes for 43 countries across the globe. It was first published in 2012. | |
| 385. |
India has donated __________ lakh Dollars for a peacekeeping initiative at the UN. |
| Answer» India has donated three lakh Dollars for a peacekeeping initiative at the UN. The UN Department of Field Support announced that the Indian government donated the amount for the 'Pipeline to Peacekeeping Command Programme' with a specific focus on issues of conduct and discipline over a period of three years. | |
| 386. |
What is the position of India in the QS Asia University Rankings 2019? |
| Answer» According to a report named QS Asia University Rankings 2019 by Quacquarelli Symonds, India doubled their presence in the ranking. India has the third largest number of universities and institutes, after mainland China (112) and Japan (89). There are 40 new Indian institutions taking the total number to 75 at the top 500 list. But none made it to the top 20. IIT-Bombay remains the highest ranked institution. It moved one place to the 33rd position. National University of Singapore has been assessed as Asia's best university. | |
| 387. |
European Union (EU) decided to cooperate on Digital communications, Digital economy and society along with this country. |
| Answer» India and European Union (EU) decided to cooperate on Digital communications, Digital economy and society. The Minister of State for Communications (Independent Charge) Government of India, Mr Manoj Sinha and the H.E. Mr Andrus Ansip, European Commissioner for Digital Single Market and Vice President of the European Commission in their meeting in New Delhi. The Indian and European Telecom Standardization Development Organizations - TSDSI (India) and ETSI (European Union). | |
| 388. |
How many MoU's signed on India-Japan Annual Summit 2018? |
| Answer» Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Japan on October 28-29, 2018 to attend the India-Japan Annual Summit with the Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. After the summit, the two sides exchanged 32 MoUs or agreements including USD 75 billion currency swap agreement and agreed to '2+2' dialogue. Japan and India entered into a USD 75 billion currency swap agreement that will boost Indian economy as it encounters a steep drop in the rupee's value. This swap arrangement would be 50 percent higher than the previous swap agreement. Japan had offered a USD 50 billion currency swap in 2013. | |
| 389. |
Qatar and this country established a joint commission to strengthen bilateral relations. |
| Answer» India and Qatar on October 29, 2018 established a joint commission to review all bilateral matters, as well as regional and global issues of mutual interest. A joint declaration was issued to this effect. The decision was taken following a meeting between Indian External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Qatari Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, during former's visit to Qatar. The commission will be co-chaired by the Ministers of External Affairs and Foreign Affairs of the two countries or their representatives and may include representatives of the sectors concerned with bilateral cooperation in both the countries. | |
| 390. |
According to Standard Chartered's The Emerging Affluent Study 2018, which is the most investment savvy economy? |
| Answer» According to a new Standard Chartered study-'The Emerging Affluent Study 2018- Climbing the Prosperity Ladder', India is Asia's most investment savvy economy. The survey markets were: China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Singapore, South Korea, the UAE. | |
| 391. |
What is the rank of India in the Ease Of Doing Business Index 2019? |
| Answer» India improved its ranking on the World Bank's 'ease of doing business' report for the second straight year, jumping 23 places to the 77th position on the back of reforms related to insolvency, taxation and other areas. New Zealand tops the list of 190 countries in ease of doing business, followed by Singapore, Denmark, and Hong Kong. The United States is placed eight and China has been ranked 46th. Neighbouring Pakistan is placed at 136. | |
| 392. |
Which country has been elected as a member of the International Telecommunications Union-ITU Council from 2019 to 2022? |
| Answer» India has been elected as a member of the International Telecommunications Union-ITU Council for another four-year term from 2019 to 2022. The elections to the Council were held during the ongoing ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2018 at Dubai. | |
| 393. |
The government of India has released over 113 crore rupees for how many states for the special development? |
| Answer» The government of India has released over 113 crore rupees to six border states to meet special development needs of people living in isolated locations. The amount was released to Assam, Nagaland, Sikkim, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Uttarakhand under the Border Area Development Programme (BADP). BADP schemes include construction of primary health centres, schools, community centres etc. | |
| 394. |
The Supreme Court gave nod for a separate High Court for Andhra Pradesh. It will be the __________ High Court in the country. |
| Answer» The new court, which will be the 25th High Court in the country, will start functioning from 1 January 2019 in Amravati. Presently, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have a common High Court situated at Hyderabad. The existing court will from next year be known as the Telangana High Court. The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, which resulted in the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, also has a provision for separate High Courts. | |
| 395. |
India has been elected as a member of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) Council for __________. |
| Answer» India has been elected as a member of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) Council for another four-year term from 2019 to 2022. The elections to the Council were held during the ongoing ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2018 at Dubai. India secured 165 votes and ranked third among the 13 countries elected to the council from the Asia-Australasia region, and 8th among the 48 countries elected to the council globally. The ITU has 193 member states who elect representatives to the Council. India has been a regular member of the ITU Council since 1952, and has played an important role in harmonising the contributions of member states from the region, always respecting the principles of equality and consensus-building. | |
| 396. |
What is the position of India in the largest smartphone market as per the report of Canalys? |
| Answer» According to a report by research firm Canalys, India overtook US as the 2nd largest smartphone market after China. China saw a shipment of 100.6 million smartphones in the 3rd quarter followed by India which saw 40.4 million units during the same period. US was at 40 million units in the July-September 2018 period. Worldwide smartphone shipments fell by 7.2 per cent year-on-year to 348.9 million units during July-September 2018, a fourth consecutive quarter of decline. This was also the worst third quarter performance since 2015. | |
| 397. |
The 2018 Global Digital Content Market was held in __________. |
| Answer» The conference on Global Digital Content Market (GDCM) 2018 has started in New Delhi with focus on 'Asia Pacific region'. The 2-day conference will feature sessions on music, film, broadcasting and publishing, as well as collective management, emerging models and the implications for the market and policy makers. It is being organized by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP), Ministry of Commerce and Industry. India has been chosen as a host nation for the conference byWorld Intellectual Property Organization(WIPO) due to the strong creative industry in the country in films, music and media. GDCM 2018 is the second edition of the conference. The aim of GDCM 2018 is to give industry stakeholders a platform to come together and discuss new avenues in the films, music, gaming and creative industry. | |
| 398. |
The Global Cooling Innovation Summit held in which country? |
| Answer» The first-of-its-kind solutions-focused event "Global Cooling Innovation Summit" inaugurated by Union Science & Technology Minister, Dr. Harsh Vardhan in New Delhi on 12th November 2018. The Summit bring together leaders from around the world to explore concrete means and pathways to address the climate threat that comes from the growing demand from room air conditioners. The 2-day event is jointly organized by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) along with Rocky Mountain Institute, Alliance for An Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE), Conservation X Labs and CEPT University. | |
| 399. |
Which union ministry prepared a draft of new Scheme called Indian Wind Turbine Certification Scheme (IWTCS) in consultation with National Institute of Wind Energy, Chennai? |
| Answer» Ministry of New and Renewable Energy prepared a draft of new Scheme called Indian Wind Turbine Certification Scheme (IWTCS). This was done in consultation with National Institute of Wind Energy Chennai. The draft Scheme comprises of guidelines for the benefit of all the stakeholders from concept to lifetime of wind turbine. | |
| 400. |
How many agreement has been signed between India and Asian Development Bank? |
| Answer» India and ADB have signed 3 important loan agreements in various fields/projects in New Delhi. The 3 Loan Agreements Signed between India and ADB are: A $300 million Loan Agreement to support lending by India Infrastructure Finance Company Limited (IIFCL). A $169 million loan as the First Tranche of a $500 million multi-tranche financing to develop climate-resilient water supply, sewerage, and drainage infrastructure in at least 10 cities in the State of Tamil Nadu. A $105 million loan to continue financing the transmission system upgrades in Himachal Pradesh for increased supply of hydropower to the state and the national grid. | |