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| 1001. |
The first-ever India International Cooperatives Trade Fair (IICTF) will be held in __________. |
| Answer» The first-ever India International Cooperatives Trade Fair (IICTF) will be held in New Delhi between 11th to 13th October. The initiative is a part of the Agriculture Export Policy 2018 which aims at doubling the agriculture export and integrating Indian farmers and agriculture products with global value chains. The Trade Fair is aimed at promoting cooperative to cooperative trade within the country and abroad leading to enhanced rural and farm prosperity. The fair offers a huge opportunity for the industry and business houses from India and abroad to build alliances, product sourcing and interact with the primary producers of a wide range of products and service providers. | |
| 1002. |
This district of J&K has launched 'Operation Khumaar' to make 312 panchayats tobacco-free. |
| Answer» In Jammu and Kashmir, the district administration of Rajouri has been launched a campaign called "Operation Khumaar" to make 312 panchayats tobacco-free. The programme is run by the district administration to make panchayats free from tobacco and tobacco-based products. Under this programme, even the headmaster of the schools have been authorised to impose a fine on the sale of tobacco within 100 yards of school limits. Block Medical Officers (BMO) have been directed to set up counselling centres at all Community Health Centres (CHCs) to help tobacco consumers to quit this habit. The district officers have been urged upon to work in a mission mode so as to make the society free from the injurious tobacco and tobacco-based products. | |
| 1003. |
UIDAI operationalise its first Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK) in ___________. |
| Answer» The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has operationalised the first Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK) in Delhi and Vijayawada. UIDAI has planned to set up 114 such centres by the end of 2019. This has been implemented under ambitious plan of UIDAI to cover 53 cities across India at an estimated project cost of Rs.300-400 crore. | |
| 1004. |
Where was the National Sailing Championship inaugurated? |
| Answer» The 34th edition of the National level sailing championship, 'Hyderabad Sailing Week' was inaugurated by Telangana Governor ESL Narasimhan on july 2 .The championship held every year in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad is going to be held at the Hussain Sagar Lake. | |
| 1005. |
Which city topped the "most digitised cities" as per Razorpay Software Pvt Ltd's digital transactions quarterly(April-June 2019 ) report, 'The Era of Rising Fintech'? |
| Answer» According to the 2nd edition of payments solution company Razorpay Software Pvt Ltd's digital transactions quarterly report, 'The Era of Rising Fintech', Bengaluru got the top position in the list of "most digitised cities" in the April-June 2019 quarter accounting for highest card payments.Cities list: Bengaluru is followed by Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, and Delhi.States list: The top five digitised states are Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and New Delhi.Development: The report noticed Tamil Nadu is among one of the most developed states in India ranked 4th in contribution in digital transactions with its capital, Chennai's share was highest at 57%. | |
| 1006. |
Singapore based Global Indian International School (GIIS) planned to launch India's first smart school campus in __________. |
| Answer» The Singapore based Global Indian International School (GIIS) will launch the concept of SMART Campus at Hadapsar and Balewadi campuses in Pune, Maharashtra. It will be India's first Smart campus which is a part of Singapore's Rs 420 crore investments in education in India over the coming years.It is aimed to provide students with NextGen learning to sharpen 21st-century skills. | |
| 1007. |
Union Minister of Science and Technology Harsh Vardhan inaugurated Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) facility in __________. |
| Answer» The Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) facility has been inaugurated by Union Minister of Science and Technology Harsh Vardhan at the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), a CSIR lab in Hyderabad. This is the fourth such facility in the country, which can sequence 30 human genomes (or 384 diagnostic samples) in a day. It costs around Rs 1 lakh to sequence one genome using this facility. This opens up multiple avenues in investigating fundamental biology of individual cells in tissues as well as fighting disease like cancer through understanding the heterogeneity in cell populations. By using the facility, scientists hope to find genetic cause of rare diseases and develop kits which can be used to find population at the risk of genetic or other rare diseases. These services would be available to hospitals, industry, and academicians by paying charges. | |
| 1008. |
The first ever India International Cooperatives Trade Fair will be held in __________. |
| Answer» The first ever India International Cooperatives Trade Fair (IICTF) will be held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from October 11-13, 2019. It is a unique initiative for taking farmers, artisans and other members of cooperatives directly to the international trade arena. The event is organized by National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) with the support of Network for the Development of Agricultural Cooperatives in Asia and the Pacific (NEDAC), three Ministries, four State Governments and several apex levels Indian cooperative organizations. The event is aimed to promote cooperatives to trade within India and abroad to enhance rural and farm prosperity. | |
| 1009. |
India's first Design Development Center 'Fashionova' was launched in __________. |
| Answer» India's first Design Development Center 'Fashionova' was launched in the Textile city Surat. The centre will promote the city in the field of the fashion design sector. It will also fulfill the business needs from co-working space, technicians, expert advises to cognitive workshops and exposure to the industry. | |
| 1010. |
NASSCOM & NSDC launches "World Skills India"-International Cloud Computing Challenge 2019 in ___________. |
| Answer» Information technology (IT) and IT-enabled services (ITeS) NASSCOM (National Association of Software and Services Companies) and Not-for-profit public limited company, NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation) has organized "World Skills India"- International Cloud Computing Challenge 2019 from July (1st - 6th ) 2019 at NASSCOM Campus,New Delhi. The initiative is aimed at recognizing the best practices from the world in the areas of cloud computing. The challenge was initiated in the presence of the minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Dr. Mahendra Nath Pandey. Under the aegis of NASSCOM & NSDC, India along with nine other countries include New Zealand, Belgium, Japan, China, South Korea, Russia, Oman and Ireland are participated in the competition. The finalists will be further taking part in the 45th World Skills Competition in Kazan, Russia which scheduled in August 2019. As per NASSCOM, in the Asia-Pacific region, India stands second only to China, as the largest and fastest-growing cloud services market. | |
| 1011. |
Bi-cycle sharing scheme to be introduced in __________. |
| Answer» Puducherry smart city development plan launched a bicycle sharing scheme. It is to be introduced in Puducherry in a couple of months. The registered customers can use bicycles to hop from one place to another. The bicycles can be left at any of the docking stations. Around 100 spots have been identified for cycle docking stations. The 20 docking stations with 10 to 15 cycles are to be set up in places like the beach promenade, Bharathi Park, Gandhi Thidal, Aurobindo ashram and railway station. It is a welcome step taken by the government under the smart city plan. It is a novel scheme suitable to Puducherry. It is a boon to tourists who throng to Puducherry in thousands whose number swells to several thousand on weekends. | |
| 1012. |
DRDO successfully tested Nag missiles in __________. |
| Answer» DRDO successfully tested Nag missiles in Pokhran ranges. The system includes a third generation Anti-Tank Guided Missile, the NAG, along with the Missile Carrier Vehicle (NAMICA). The Nag Missile has top attack capabilities that can effectively engage and destroy all known enemy tanks. | |
| 1013. |
Where did Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi unveiled the statue of former Prime Minister Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri? |
| Answer» Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi visited Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh (UP). The following programs were undertaken by him: Unveil of Statue: PM unveiled the statue of former Prime Minister Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri at the Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in Varanasi, UP. He was greeted by Shastri's sons Anil and Sunil Shastri, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Working President JP Nadda and state unit chief Mahendra Nath Pandey at the International Airport.Tree Plantation Drive: PM launched a tree plantation drive at Harahua primary school in Anand Kanan forest on the Panch Kosi Marg by planting a sapling. UP government has planned to reconstruct this route at a cost of Rs 97 crore and Rs 4 crore was spent on developing basic infrastructure. | |
| 1014. |
Name the Indian City, which is introduced for its iconic architectural legacy, into UNESCO's list of the World Heritage Sites. |
| Answer» United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) added the 'Pink City' Jaipur/Walled City of Jaipur of Rajasthan, known for its iconic architectural legacy, into the list of the World Heritage Sites. The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) had inspected the city in 2018 after the nomination. The World Heritage Committee (WHC) acknowledged the "city's outstanding value as a cultural property". | |
| 1015. |
Which place in Italy added to UNESCO Heritage list recently? |
| Answer» Italy Prosecco added to UNESCO Heritage list recently.The grapes produce the famous prosecco sparkling wine are grown. The landscape is characterized by hogback hills, ciglioni and small plots of vines on narrow grassy terraces, forests, small villages and farmland. | |
| 1016. |
Two new heavy-lift Chinook helicopters for IAF arrived at __________. |
| Answer» Boeing, American aerospace company, informed the arrival of 2 new heavy-lift CH-47F (I) Chinooks helicopters for the Indian Air Force (IAF) at the Mundra port in Gujarat. It will provide IAF an unmatched strategic airlift capability. In 2015, IAF had ordered 15 Chinooks along with 22 Apache attack helicopters. The first 4 Chinooks were received in February, 2019. The CH-47 Chinook, advanced multi-mission helicopter, has unsurpassed ability to deliver heavy payloads to high altitudes. It is suitable for operations in the high Himalayas. It was battle-tested in diverse, extreme conditions throughout the world and has proven capability to operate in the wide range of conditions. | |
| 1017. |
The 577th meeting of the Central Board of Directors of Reserve Bank of India(RBI) was held at ___________. |
| Answer» The 577th meeting of the Central Board of Directors of Reserve Bank of India(RBI) was held at New Delhi. Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman, addressed the Directors of Central Board. | |
| 1018. |
As per Global Prime Office Occupancy Costs survey, what is the position of New Delhi's Connaught Place? |
| Answer» According to the report titled, "Global Prime Office Occupancy Costs survey" (annual report) by CBRE, an American real estate consulting firm, New Delhi's Connaught Place (CP) was the 9th most expensive office location in the world with an annual rent of nearly $144 per sq ft. 6 of the world's 10 most expensive office markets were from Asia. For the second year, Hong Kong's Central district retained the top spot as the world's most expensive market for prime office rents. The prime occupancy costs was valued at $322 per sq.ft. per annum. London's West End was ranked 2nd, followed by Hong Kong's Kowloon, New York's Midtown Manhattan and Beijing's Finance Street. | |
| 1019. |
Where did India - Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Troika Trade Minister's Meeting held? |
| Answer» India - Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Troika Trade Minister's Meeting was held in New Delhi for informal consultation on the ongoing Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Railways, Piyush Goyal, Acting Minister of Commerce of Thailand, Ms. Chutima Bunyapraphasara, Minister of Trade of Indonesia, Enggartiasto Lukita, Secretary-General, ASEAN, Lim Jock Hoi and Trade Negotiating Committee (TNC) Chair of RCEP, Iman Pambagyo attended the meeting. India emphasized on adherence to the RCEP guiding principles in order to balance high ambition on goods tariff reduction with addressing of sensitives in bilateral pairings between India and China through temporary and permanent deviations/ exclusions. | |
| 1020. |
The 19th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting was held in ___________. |
| Answer» The 19th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting was held in London. External Affairs Minister conveyed India's stand at the meet. | |
| 1021. |
Which Indian city will host women Startup Summit on August 1, 2019? |
| Answer» Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) is hosting a women startup summit on August 1 in Kochi. KSUM is the nodal agency of the state government for entrepreneurship development and incubation activities in the state. | |
| 1022. |
Where will be the India's first elephant rehabilitation centre is set to be inaugurated? |
| Answer» India's first elephant rehabilitation centre will be set up by the Kerala State Government in its ecotourism village of Kottoor. Rs.105 crore has been allotted to this project which was launched by Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan. At present, the center has only 15 elephants and it will be increased once work has been completed.The centre will have an elephant museum, mahout training centre, super-specialty hospital, a retirement home and crematorium for the animals, will house orphaned, injured and older elephants.Now the state has 507 captive elephants & forest department plans to admit more captive elephants.The centre has set up with 65 hectares of natural forests area will have elephant safari and other activities to attract tourists. | |
| 1023. |
The 2nd edition of India-Russia Strategic Economic Dialogue 2019 held in __________. |
| Answer» The 2nd India-Russia Strategic Economic Dialogue (IRSED) 2019 was held in New Delhi. It aims at bilateral cooperation between two countries in various fields. It was chaired by Rajiv Kumar, Vice-Chairman of India's think tank, National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog, and Russia's Deputy Minister of Economic Development, Timur Maksimov. The 2nd dialogue saw participation of government officials, business leaders and experts & it included parallel roundtables which discussed areas of cooperation and concrete roadmaps for future negotiations across outlined six-core areas. | |
| 1024. |
Film Divisions to launch documentary film club in __________. |
| Answer» Film Divisions launch KSHITIJ, a documentary film club in Mumbai. An acclaimed documentary film "Secret Life of Frogs" by Ajay and Vijay Bedi screened as the inaugural film. The Public screenings will begin at 5:30 PM on the second and fourth Friday of every month. The screenings will be held at Films Division Complex. The initiative being launched in association with Indian Documentary Producers Association. They will give movie lovers, an opportunity to watch acclaimed documentary films and also to interact with the film's director. | |
| 1025. |
USISPF 2nd annual leadership summit held in __________. |
| Answer» The United States India Strategic and Partnership Forum (USISPF) 2nd annual leadership summit was held in Washington DC, US on July 11, 2019. It focussed on defence and energy security. Republican Senator Dan Sullivan, Deputy US Trade Representative Jeffrey Gerrish, and India's Ambassador to the US, Harsh V Shringla were among the top speakers of the summit. On this occasion, US India Bilateral Trade Report was launched. And it consists of some points; If India grows 7.5% every year, trade between India and the US could reach $238 billion by 2025 from $143 billion at present. By 2025, bilateral trade could range between $283 billion and $327 billion, at an annual average growth rate of 10 to 12.5%, as witnessed in 2017 and 2018. The areas of potential growth in US investments and commerce into India are defence trade, commercial aircraft, oil and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), coal, machinery and electronics. | |
| 1026. |
Union Agriculture Ministry sets Agri Business Incubation Centre in __________. |
| Answer» An Agri Business Incubation Centre has been set up by the Union Agriculture Ministry in Indira Gandhi Agriculture University of Raipur, Chhattisgarh under the National Agriculture Development Scheme Remunerative Approaches for Agriculture and Allied sector Rejuvenation (RAFTAAR.It focuses on innovations, skill building and entrepreneurs development in agriculture and allied sectors.It will help to grow agri-preneurship in the state and foster a start-up culture. | |
| 1027. |
The 9th edition of the SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) festival 2019 held in __________. |
| Answer» The 9th edition of the SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) festival 2019 in Colombo, Srilanka. | |
| 1028. |
The foundation stone of Baba Guru Nanak International University (BGNIU) was laid in __________. |
| Answer» The foundation stone of Baba Guru Nanak International University (BGNIU) has been laid in Nankana Sahib, the birthplace of Baba Guru Nanak Dev, founder of Sikhism, in the Punjab province of Pakistan. The University's foundation stone was laid by Pakistan's Punjab Chief Minister Usman Bujdar.Overview: The university will be built in 10 acres of land and it will cost more than Rs. 258 crores to complete. An estimated deadline for completion of the construction has not set by Government. | |
| 1029. |
Union Government to build India-based Neutrino Observatory (INO) at __________. |
| Answer» Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge) Development of North-Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh informed that the India-based Neutrino Observatory (INO) to set up at Pottipuram in Theni District, Tamil Nadu. The main aim of the project is to set up a 51000 ton Iron Calorimeter (ICAL) detector. The detector is placed to observe naturally occurring atmospheric neutrinos at the end of an approximately 2 km long tunnel in a mountain. It is the first neutrino detector in India. This will decrease the noise from cosmic rays that is ever-present over-ground and will outnumber the rare neutrino interactions even in a detector as large as ICAL. | |
| 1030. |
Union Minister of Human Resource Development released UGC Guide to Student Induction Programme "Deeksharambh" in __________. |
| Answer» Union Minister of Human Resource Development released UGC Guide to Student Induction Programme "Deeksharambh" in New Delhi. The guide to Student Induction Programme is to help new students adjust and feel comfortable in the new environment, inculcate in them the ethos and culture of the institution, help them build bonds with other students and faculty members, and expose them to a sense of larger purpose and self-exploration. | |
| 1031. |
The 8th meeting of India-Uzbekistan Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism held in __________. |
| Answer» The 8th meeting of India-Uzbekistan Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism was held in New Delhi. It was co-chaired by Mr. Mahaveer Singhvi, Joint Secretary (Counter Terrorism), Ministry of External Affairs and Ambassador Farhod Azriev of Uzbekistan. The Joint Working Group assessed the threats posed by terrorist groups in their respective regions including cross border terrorism and worldwide. They exchanged views on current counter-terrorism challenges prevailing in the countries. They pondered upon the measures to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the sphere of counter terrorism through information sharing, mutual capacity building and sharing of best practices and also discussed on the cooperation in multilateral fora including United Nations (UN), Shanghai Cooperation Organisation- Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (SCO-RATS) and Eurasian Group (EAG). | |
| 1032. |
Chandrayaan-2 is scheduled to take off from __________. |
| Answer» Chandrayaan-2 launch is scheduled for 22 July 2019 at 2.43 pm IST from Satish Dhawan Space Center, Sriharikota. Chandrayaan-2 consists of an orbiter that will observe the surface of the Moon and become a source of communication between Earth and the Moon mission. | |
| 1033. |
The 5th International Police Expo 2019 was held in __________. |
| Answer» The expo, which focuses on everything related to police forces, their welfare and fitness, also showcases the latest equipment required for safety and protection of society. Over 25 countries are showcasing advanced firearms, combat or armoured vehicles a plethora of disruptive technologies in cyber security, drones, homeland security, and safety and rescue at International Police Expo at Pragati Maidan, in New Delhi. | |
| 1034. |
The 11th DefExpo India-2020 will be held in; |
| Answer» The 11th edition of DefExpo India- 2020 is scheduled to be held for 1st time in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The biennial Expo will be a 4-day event, beginning from 5 to 8 February 2020. It offers an excellent opportunity for Indian defence industry to showcase its capabilities and promote its export potential. | |
| 1035. |
India's first garbage cafe was launched in which city of Chhattisgarh? |
| Answer» India's first garbage cafe was launched Ambikapur Municipal Corporation in Ambikapur in Chhattisgarh. Under this program, any person fetching a kilo of plastic waste to the garbage cafe will be assured of a full meal while those collecting at least 500 grams will get breakfast. The city of Ambikapur has been ranked second cleanest city in India after Indore. | |
| 1036. |
Wipro launched a Project compliance lab in __________. |
| Answer» The 10,000 square feet project compliance lab was launched by Wipro in Hyderabad, Telangana. This lab will serve customers in defence, consumer electronics, Aerospace, Telecom, medical energy, and the manufacturing industries. The project compliance lab will be part of the Tarang labs, which is an independent product qualification lab of Wipro. The key focus of this lab is on security. | |
| 1037. |
India's first space war drill "IndSpaceEx" has started in __________. |
| Answer» India's first space war drill 'IndSpaceEx' has kick started by Indian armed forces in New Delhi on July 25 and 26. The aim of the exercise is to assess imminent threats to the nation beyond earth. It also plans on drafting a joint space doctrine for future battles. The development comes on the background of China's growing influence in space defence and counter-space capabilities. | |
| 1038. |
The 5th Dharma-Dhamma conference was held in __________. |
| Answer» The 5th international Dharma-Dhamma conference was inaugurated in Rajgir, Bihar by Union Minister of State Kiren Rijiju. The aim of the conference is to address people about the terror, violence and global warming prevalent in the world. The conference will also address the subjects of Sat-Chit-Ananda and Nirvana which are the pivotal topics of Buddhism. | |
| 1039. |
Where was the first Bamboo Industrial Park will be set up in India? |
| Answer» Minister of State (I/C), Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) Dr Jitendra Singh chaired and briefed about the progress report of 100 Days Action Plan for Ministry of DoNER. It sanctioned 200 projects worth about Rs 3,000 crore.First Bamboo Industrial Park will be set up at Manderdisa in Dima Hasao district of Assam in an area of 75 hectares at a cost of Rs. 50 crores.49 projects worth Rs 1231.94 crore were achieved by the Ministry.8 new projects worth Rs. 586.3 crore were sanctioned under NERSDS and NESIDS schemes. | |
| 1040. |
Where did South Asia Air Quality Tech Camp organised? |
| Answer» The U.S. Embassy in Nepal has organized a South Asia Air Quality Tech Camp in Kathmandu. The aim of camp is to address political, social, and scientific facets of the problem and improve the ability of civil society, media, and other influencers to engage governments, empower the public and take action to improve air quality in South Asia. | |
| 1041. |
The 22nd National Conference on e-Governance will be held in __________. |
| Answer» The 22nd National Conference on e-Governance will be held in Shillong, Meghalaya. The theme of the conference is 'Digital India: Success to Excellence'. The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), in association with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and the Meghalaya government will organise the 22nd National Conference. | |
| 1042. |
Where did World's 1st museum dedicated to the life of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu opened? |
| Answer» West Bengal Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee has opened the World's 1st museum dedicated to the life of a 16th-century saint and social reformer, Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, designed by the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) in Kolkata, West Bengal. The museum is a 3-storeyed structure with an approximately 1,350 sq m of covered area, of which 1,000 sq m has been used to for the galleries, public utility and as a library. The floors of the museum dedicated to different phases of the saint's life from his birth, marriage with Vishupria, journey in every part of the country to the period after he attained "Sanyasa" (sainthood). It was also equipped with Life-size models, 3D(3-Dimensional) films, audio tracks, and animatronics. | |
| 1043. |
Which city has named the world's best city for students according to QS Best Student Cities Ranking? |
| Answer» London has named the world's best city for students for the 2nd consecutive year, beating Tokyo and Melbourne that came 2nd and 3rd, respectively, on a new worldwide ranking. According to the rankings, India's best student city is Bengaluru (81st), followed by Mumbai (85th), Delhi at 113th and Chennai at 115th, out of a total of 120th cities in the list. | |
| 1044. |
The Union Cabinet recently approved to set up the ISRO Technical Liaison Unit (ITLU) in which city? |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet recently approved to set up the ISRO Technical Liaison Unit (ITLU) at Moscow, Russia with an aim to collaborate with Space agencies and industries in Russia. | |
| 1045. |
Which city is hosting the 52nd ASEAN Foreign Ministers' meeting? |
| Answer» The 52th ASEAN Foreign Minister's meeting is being organized in Bangkok between July 29 and August 3. The ASEAN Group is trying to establish itself as a global entity. This is an inter-governmental organization of 10 Southeast Asian countries. It was established on August 6, 1967. Its headquarters is in Jakarta, Indonesia. | |
| 1046. |
Where did India and UK launched a clean air initiative? |
| Answer» A two-year UK-India joint initiative, the "Innovation for Clean Air" (IfCA) was launched by the British Deputy High Commissioner DominicMcAllister in Bengaluru to test interventions related to equality and supportIndia's transition to EV (electric vehicles) integration. The air quality is measured by integrating satellite and sensor data. The program is led by Innovate UK, which is a part of UK research and innovation (UKRI). The UKRI is funded by Newton Fund and by various other partners. | |
| 1047. |
11 Who will head a 4-member panel of ministers to combat mob violence and lynchings? |
| Answer» Union home minister & BJP( Bharatiya Janata Party ) President, Amit Shah will now head a 4-member panel of ministers, which was created in 2018 to propose action against mob lynching. The panel was headed by then Home minister Rajnath Singh when it was formed. The Group of Ministers (GoM) will have the members including S. Jaishankar(External Affairs Minister), Nitin Gadkari(union minister of road transport and highways), Ravi Shankar Prasad(Union Minister of Law and Justice) and Thawar Chand Gehlot(Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment). The Supreme Court(SC) had directed the Central Government, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and the State governments to respond to the plea seeking implementation of its directions issued in July 2018 to tackle mob violence and lynching. | |
| 1048. |
RBI's Money Museum will be set up in __________. |
| Answer» India's central bank, RBI's (Reserve Bank of India) Money Museum, which was opened on March 11, 2019, aims at improving people's knowledge of the banking system with the help of interactive displays at Council House Street in Central Kolkata, West Bengal has been drawing a lot of attention for its special initiative. The museum has a big tree made using unusable coins and demonetized notes attached with a computer model outlining how money gets transferred to the account digitally. It also has three divided sections. 1st section(History of Money): This section depicts the evolution of the barrier system and the grains used as currency in medieval ages. 2nd section(History of Gold): It talks about gold and focuses on gold reserves in India. 3rd section(History of RBI): This is all about the history of RBI. | |
| 1049. |
Shri Prahlad Singh Patel launches Mobile Library Buses procured by __________. |
| Answer» Shri Prahlad Singh Patel launches Mobile Library Buses procured by New Delhi. | |
| 1050. |
Where did 2nd All India Annual Conference of IIS Officers held? |
| Answer» The 2nd All India Annual Conference of Indian Information Service Officers was held in New Delhi. The Conference was organized with a view to attain greater integration of all Media Units under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting in order to further amplify government communication. A Performance Review of Media Units under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting was also conducted during the Conference. | |