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| 351. |
Name the Bengaluru railway station which became the first all-woman railway station in South Western Railway zone. |
| Answer» Banaswadi railway station of Bengaluru became the first all-woman railway station in South Western Railway zone.On the International Women's Day, Banaswadi railway station was declared as a facility run by an all-woman crew. | |
| 352. |
World Ocean Summit 2018 held in __________. |
| Answer» The World Ocean Summit 2018 was held in Riviera Maya, Mexico. This was the fifth World Ocean Summit. It was hosted by the Economist Group. Over 360 leaders from government, industry, multilateral organisations, scientific community and civil society all over the world took part in the World Ocean Summit 2018. Problems related to the world is seas and solutions to protect ocean resources were discussed in the summit. | |
| 353. |
Which city hosted the 2018 International Buddhist Conference? |
| Answer» The 2018 International Buddhist Conference was held in Lumbini, the birth place of Gautama Buddha. It was organised as part of 2562nd Buddha Jayanti celebrations. The basic purpose of the conference was to disseminate teachings of Gautam Buddha and spread the messages of nonviolence, brotherhood, co-existence, love and peace to the international community. Representatives from more than 20 nations, including India, reputed archaeologists, historians, Buddhist gurus and scholars, participated in the conference. The 2-day conference, organised with the theme 'Lumbini Nepal: The birthplace of Lord Buddha and the fountain of Buddhism and world peace', concluded with a 10-point Lumbini Declaration 2018, which includes issues such as interfaith dialogue, infrastructure development, connecting Buddhist attractions in Nepal and India, and implementing the Greater Lumbini Area Master Plan. | |
| 354. |
The first regional conference on 'Mass Rapid Transport System (MRTS) for Urban Areas was held in __________. |
| Answer» The first regional conference on 'Mass Rapid Transport System (MRTS) for Urban Areas - Opportunities and Challenges' was held in Kolkata. This conference was organized by Ministry of Finance, AIIB, ASSOCHAM and Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS). Eight such regional conferences will be held prior to the third annual meeting of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) to be held in Mumbai from 22 June to 27 June 2018. Issues related to infrastructures development, sustainable infrastructure, mass rapid transportation system, port and coastal infrastructure, urban development etc. were discussed in the conference. | |
| 355. |
Which city hosted the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP-2018)? |
| Answer» The Asia-Pacific Regional Conference of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) was inaugurated by Home Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on March 14, 2018. The theme of the 2-day conference is "Challenges to Policing in 2020 - How is Cyber Space shaping our approach to Cybercrime and Terrorism, how do we perform within it and take advantage of it". The conference is mainly focused on holding discussions about the growing interest of various terrorist or organized groups and radical elements in exploiting the Cyberspace and its advanced technologies for their various heinous crimes and nefarious designs. The IACP is the world's largest organization of Police and law enforcement executives that is highly regarded for its role in identifying and responding to changing needs of the law enforcement community. | |
| 356. |
Which city to host the 105th session of the Indian Science Congress (ISC)? |
| Answer» The 105th session of the Indian Science Congress (ISC) will be hosted by Manipur Central University in Imphal from 16 to 20 March 2018. The focal theme of the ISC is "Reaching the Unreached Through Science & Technology". The Indian Science Congress is an annual event, usually held in the first week of January. Top scientists from across the country and the world attend the event. The 104th ISC was held at Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh. | |
| 357. |
The 'Secure India Conclave' was held in which city? |
| Answer» The two-day Secure India Conclave got underway in New Delhi on 24th April. The conclave is being organised by Global Counter Terrorism keeping in view Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of New India : Secure India 2018. The event presents a unique encapsulation of prevalent issues in India's internal security. | |
| 358. |
A photo exhibition "Indian Images: People and Places" will be held in __________. |
| Answer» "Indian Images: People and Places", a photo exhibition about India was inaugurated by India's Ambassador to Egypt Sanjay Bhattacharyya in Cairo, Egypt. This photo exhibition was held as a part of the annual cultural festival 'India by the Nile'. It featured photos captured by Khaled Gawdat, an Egyptian photographer. 60 photographs taken in different parts of India were displayed in the exhibition. They depicted everyday life in India, landscapes, tourist places, cultural performances, people's faces and colourful costumes. | |
| 359. |
First Interaction of 15th Finance Commission with the Members of Parliament was held in __________. |
| Answer» First Interaction of 15th Finance Commission with the Members of Parliament was held on March 14, 2018 in New Delhi. The meeting was held to convey the proposed schedule of the Commission's work and its Terms of Reference (TOR) as well as to seek suggestions of Parliamentarians. In context of this news, it is important to note that unlike previous Finance Commissions, the 15th Finance Commission will function in a different scenario wherein there is no Planning Commission and Government has removed the distinction between Plan and Non Plan grants. In coming days, 15th Finance Commission will conduct meetings with state level stakeholders. | |
| 360. |
In which city, National School of Drama (NSD) will be hosting the 8th edition of Theatre Olympics? |
| Answer» National School of Drama (NSD) will be hosting the 8th edition of Theatre Olympics in Mumbai from 24th March, 2018 to 7th April, 2018. Theatre Olympics is the largest international theatre festival and is being held in India for the first time. NSD is hosting the 8th edition of Theatre Olympics in Mumbai in collaboration with Directorate of Cultural Affairs, Maharashtra. Theme for the 8th edition of Theatre Olympics is 'Flag of Friendship'. The Jaipur chapter of the Theatre Olympics, 2018, will be organised by NSD under the aegis of Union ministry of Culture in collaboration with the Ravindra Manch Society and Rajasthan State Art and Culture department from 18th March, 2018 to 1st April, 2018. Concept of Theatre Olympics was established in 1993 in Greece, and thereafter it was held in Japan (1999), followed by Russia (2001), Turkey (2006), South Korea (2010), China (2014) and Poland (2016). | |
| 361. |
The 1st meeting of the Working Group on making India, USD 5 Trillion Economy was held in __________. |
| Answer» The 1st meeting of the Working Group on making India, USD 5 Trillion Economy was held on March 15, 2018 in New Delhi. The meeting was chaired by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Suresh Prabhu and was attended by representatives from NITI Aayog and other industry bodies including Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). The objective of Working Group is to chart out a timeline for achieving the goal of making Indian economy a USD 5 trillion economy from the current USD 2.6 trillion economy. Key points discussed at the meeting included need for creating appropriate physical and social infrastructure to accommodate the aspirations of India's millennial population. | |
| 362. |
Which country hosted the 2018 Global Malaria Summit? |
| Answer» The 2018 Global Malaria Summit was held alongside the 25th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in London, United Kingdom on April 18 to make game-changing commitments towards beating malaria at a time when efforts to end the preventable disease had stalled. The summit expected the world leaders to renew their financial and political commitments to continue the fight against malaria, which is showing signs of fighting back. Malaria cases rose to 216 million globally in 2016, five million more than a year ago. The summit featured collective commitments worth over $4.1 billion dollars from governments, private sector, philanthropists and international organisations. There was no India representative to participate in the summit because there is no India commitment. | |
| 363. |
IIIDEM organized a Consultative Workshop for the Delegation from the Central Election Commission (CEC) of Kazakhstan in ____________. |
| Answer» India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) organized a Consultative Workshop in New Delhi for the Delegation from the Central Election Commission (CEC) of Kazakhstan. The delegation comprised six members including Vice-Chairman of CEC, Kazakhstan and other Senior Officials. Interactive discussions on the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) & Role of Information Technology (IT) and a Training Programme were conducted during the course of this workshop. | |
| 364. |
Which city Emerges As Top City For Office Expansion: CBRE ? |
| Answer» In India, Bangalore emerged as the most preferred city for office expansion, according to a survey by the real estate consulting firm, CBRE South Asia. MNCs are focusing on expanding in Bangalore and smaller cities across the country but have limited growth plans in the Delhi NCR and Mumbai according to the CBRE Asia Pacific Occupier Survey 2018. | |
| 365. |
The Three-day annual Krishi Unnati Mela, focusing on 'doubling farmers' income' began at __________. |
| Answer» Three-day annual Krishi Unnati Mela, focusing on 'doubling farmers' income' began in New Delhi on March 16, 2018. The objective of Krishi Unnati Mela is to create awareness among farmers about latest agriculture related developments. Farmers and agri-scientists from various parts of India will be attending this Mela. 800 stalls displaying latest agriculture and allied sector technologies have been set up at the venue of Krishi Unnati Mela. A theme pavilion on doubling of farmers income, organic farming, cooperatives, farm inputs, has also been set up to familiarise farmers with the latest developments in the farming techniques. | |
| 366. |
The first-ever India-Japan Workshop on Disaster Risk Reduction has started in ___________. |
| Answer» Dr. Rajiv Kumar, the Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog, has inaugurated the first-ever India-Japan Workshop on Disaster Risk Reduction in New Delhi on March 19, 2018. The 2-day workshop is being jointly organised by the Ministry of Home Affairs, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Government of Japan. The workshop marks the beginning of the formal implementation of the initiatives agreed under the Memorandum of Cooperation signed between the two countries on Disaster Risk Reduction in September 2017. It will identify possible areas of cooperation of India with Japan in the field of Disaster Risk Reduction. | |
| 367. |
The first phase of Indo-French joint naval exercise 'Varuna 2018' has started in which state? |
| Answer» The first phase of Indo-French joint naval exercise 'Varuna 2018' has kickstarted at the Mormugao Port Trust (MPT) in Vasco, Goa on March 19, 2018. The exercise is being held in the Arabian Sea off the Goa coast. French submarine and frigate Jean de Vienne and Indian destroyer INS Mumbai and frigate Trikand with their integral helicopters, Indian submarine Kalvari, P8-1 and Dornier Maritime Patrol Aircraft and a Mig 29K fighter aircraft are participating in the exercise which will conclude on March 24, 2018. The next two phases would be held off the Chennai coast next month and in La Reunion Island in May 2018. Indian and French navies have been conducting bilateral maritime exercises since May 1993. | |
| 368. |
Recently, Axis Bank opened a representative office in __________. |
| Answer» Axis Bank announced the opening of its new representative office in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The representative office in Sharjah is Axis Banks third office in UAE. As UAE is home to 3 million Non-resident Indians (NRIs) and this representative office will focus on remittances business. It is to be noted that Axis Bank commands a 20 per cent market share in the USD 12 billion dollar-a-year inward remittances market from the UAE. | |
| 369. |
The Rising India Summit 2018 organized by Network 18 will be held in __________. |
| Answer» On 16th and 17th March 2018, the Rising India Summit organized by Network 18 is held in New Delhi. This is the first edition of News18 Rising India Summit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered keynote address at the summit. Paul Krugman, a Nobel Prize-winning economist, is the guest of honour. The summit focuses on strategic affairs, sports, entertainment and defence. This summit is a conclusion of Rising Series hosted by Network 18 in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Karnataka, Kerala, etc. | |
| 370. |
This is the host city of 3rd edition of National Conclave on Mines and Minerals. |
| Answer» The 3rd edition of National Conclave on Mines and Minerals has started in New Delhi on March 20, 2018. The representatives of various state governments, mining industry, industry associations, financial and academic institutions will participate in the event. The conclave will provide an effective platform to showcase the recent policy initiatives of the government. It was also enable intensive discussions on issues, challenges and opportunities in the mining sector to realize its optimum potential for the sustainable development of the country. The first edition of the conclave was held in July, 2016 at Raipur, while the second took place in February 2017 in New Delhi. | |
| 371. |
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated second longest river bridge in which district? |
| Answer» Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated a 2.5-km-long bridge built over the Ib river in Sambalpur district. This is Odisha's second longest bridge and has been built at a cost of Rs. 117.50 crore. The bridge has enabled direct road connectivity between Sambalpur and Brajarajnagar in Jharsuguda district. By Commuting through this bridge, distance between these two places is reduced by 50 km. | |
| 372. |
The theme of 2018 World Water Day is; |
| Answer» The World Water Day is observed on 22 March every year, to raise awareness about the importance of water. The theme this year is, 'Nature for Water' - exploring nature-based solutions to the water challenges the world faces in the 21st century. An international day to celebrate freshwater was recommended at the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) in Rio de Janeiro. The United Nations General Assembly responded by designating 22 March 1993 as the first World Water Day. | |
| 373. |
Who was appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea? |
| Answer» Atul M. Gotsurve was appointed the next Ambassador of India to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. Atul M. Gotsurve is an Indian Foreign Service (IFS) Officer of 2004 batch. At present, he is Director in the Ministry of External Affairs. He has been named the next Ambassador of India to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. He will take up this assignment soon. | |
| 374. |
The First G20 meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors was held in __________. |
| Answer» First G20 meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors under Presidency of Argentina was held on 19th and 20th March 2018 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The meeting was attended by 22 finance ministers, 17 Central Bank Governors and 10 heads of international organizations, including International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director, Christine Lagarde and Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme, Achim Steiner. . Discussions at the this two-day meeting revolved around infrastructure development and the future of work in the digital arena. Interestingly, concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to slap import tariffs on steel and aluminium, which may trigger a global trade war were not discussed at this meeting. | |
| 375. |
Which is the world's most liveable city as per 20th annual Quality of Living survey by Mercer? |
| Answer» As per 20th annual Quality of Living survey by Mercer, Austria's capital city Vienna rated the world's most liveable city. It was followed by Switzerland's Zurich, while New Zealand's Auckland and Germany's Munich tied for third place. Hyderabad and Pune have been rated India's most livable cities as they have tied for the 142nd place in Mercer's global Quality of Living survey. Iraq's capital city Baghdad has been rated the least liveable city for the tenth consecutive year. | |
| 376. |
Which Indian city hosted the 3rd National Conclave on Mines & Minerals 2018? |
| Answer» On 20th March 2018, the 3rd National Conclave on Mines & Minerals will be held at Convention Hall in Hotel Ashoka, New Delhi. The 3rd National Conclave on Mines and Minerals is organized by the Ministry of Mines. Federation of Indian Mineral Industries (FIMI) partners the event. Public and private mining companies will participate in the conclave. Minister of Mines, Narendra Singh Tomar will present the awards for '5 Star' rating to the 20 best performing mines. Technical sessions will be conducted on the following topics: Auction of Mineral Blocks & Implementation of Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojna (PMKKKY), Impetus on Exploration, Sustainable Development Framework - Sharing of Best Practices. | |
| 377. |
Which city will host the India Mobile Congress 2018? |
| Answer» The 2018 India Mobile Congress will be held at Aerocity in New Delhi from October 25th to 27th. It is one of the biggest marquee Mobile, Internet and Technology events in Asia, organized by Department of Telecommunications and Cellular Operators Association of India. The event will be an excellent platform for policymakers, industry and regulators to engage in meaningful deliberations to drive the future direction of this important sector. More than one thousand 300 exhibitor's companies will participate in the exhibition at the event. | |
| 378. |
For which Gujarat district BSNL launched Free Wi-Fi Facility? |
| Answer» Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) launched Free Wi-Fi Facility at Udwada Village, in Valsad District, Gujarat. The facility was launched by Manoj Sinha, Minister of State for Communications and Minister of State for Railways. I&B (Information and Broadcasting) minister Smriti Irani selected Udwada village under Saansad Adarsh Gram scheme. Anupam Shrivastava, CMD of BSNL, said that two Hotspots with 17 Access points have been installed at Udwada village. Smriti Irani said that, under Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana Rs.16.48 Lakh has been allotted for implementing Wi-Fi by BSNL in Udwada Village. | |
| 379. |
The first-ever National Conference on Drug Law Enforcement has started in ____________. |
| Answer» The first-ever National Conference on Drug Law Enforcement has inaugurated by Hansraj Gangaram Ahir, the Minister of State for Home Affairs, in New Delhi on March 23, 2018. The 2-day conference is being organized by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Ministry of Home Affairs. The Union Home Minister Shri Rajnath Singh will be the Chief Guest at the closing session. More than 50 State and Central law enforcement agencies involved in combating drug trafficking have confirmed their participation in this Conference. The conference working sessions are focused on various topics such as 'Wider context of drug trafficking in India', 'Financial Investigations' and 'Foreign & Cyber Investigations'. During these sessions various agencies would give presentations while UN and other foreign law enforcement agencies would share their experiences. | |
| 380. |
The Seventh India-Egypt Joint Commission Meeting was held in? |
| Answer» The 7th India-Egypt Joint Commission Meeting led by External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry was held in New Delhi. Both the sides reviewed the progress in the areas of political, trade & investment, S&T, cybersecurity, capacity building, security, space, and culture. India and Egypt are two of the world's oldest civilizations that have enjoyed cordial relations based on commonality of views on regional and international issues. | |
| 381. |
The First International Exhibition Of Graphic Prints Print Biennale India 2018 was inagurated in __________. |
| Answer» The country's National Academy of Art, the Lalit Kala Akademi hosted the first-ever International Print Biennale in the country with a record number of 17 countries taking part in it. The first-ever International Exhibition of Graphic Prints 'Print Biennale India 2018' opened, at the Rabindra Bhavan Galleries of the Lalit Kala Akademi in New Delhi. The eminent Artist-Printmaker, Shakti Barman was the Chief Guest. The event comprising a total of 200 original prints are created by Indian and international artists of impeccable competence and is a window view into the giant strides in printmaking that is taking place in India and the world. | |
| 382. |
Which Indian city has become the first district in India to have 100 percent solar powered Primary Health Centers (PHC)? |
| Answer» Surat district in Gujarat has become the first district in India to have 100 percent solar powered Primary Health Centers (PHC). All 52 PHCs in Surat are now powered by solar system. This initiative will not only contribute in reducing the electricity bill by 40 percent but will also help in fighting global warming. 150 out of 572 gram panchayats in Surat are now powered by solar system. Surat is also making significant leap in making gram panchayats within districts, solar powered. | |
| 383. |
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has launched 'Videsh Aaya Pradesh ke Dwaar' in __________. |
| Answer» The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has recently launched the first of its kind initiative titled 'Videsh Aaya Pradesh ke Dwaar' in Hyderabad, which is a key centre for Telugu and Urdu media. The purpose of the initiative is to create a pool of media professionals interested in foreign policy and guide them on connecting with the MEA. The initiative involves MEA's engagement with the regional media based in different cities across India who have carved their own space and have a unique and wide readership profile. The event was attended by around 40 Editors and representatives from the main media organisations based in Hyderabad. | |
| 384. |
India's first Insect Museum was opened in ___________. |
| Answer» A Rs 5 crore insect museum with the state-of-the-art amenities was unveiled by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K Palaniswamy at the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University. The museum, established at a 6,691 sqft area, is fully dedicated to insects and is first of its kind in the country. It would display insects preserved as specimens as also live ones depicting their different developmental stages, images, videos and models of their unique behavior, habits, and habitats. | |
| 385. |
The 3rd Annual Meeting of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank on 'Enhancing Port and Coastal Infrastructure' was held in ____________. |
| Answer» 2nd lead-up Conference to 3rd Annual Meeting of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank on 'Enhancing Port and Coastal Infrastructure' was held in Visakhapatnam. The Conference was organized by the Ministry of Finance, AIIB, CII and Research and Infrastructure System for Developing Countries. The need for international funding for developing and maintaining inland waterways was discussed. | |
| 386. |
15th Meeting of India-US Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism held in __________. |
| Answer» The 15th meeting of the India-US Counterterrorism Joint Working Group was held in New Delhi. The India delegation was led by Ministry of External Affairs Joint Secretary Mahaveer Singhvi. US delegation was led by U.S. State Department's Principal Deputy Coordinator for Counterterrorism, Alina L. Romanowski. Threats posed by terrorist groups throughout the world and in their respective regions including cross border terrorism in the South Asian region were reviewed by the working group. Both countries ensured to strengthen information exchange on world's most dangerous terrorist groups and individuals. They discussed efforts to curb the funding and operations of regional and global terrorist organizations. Also international and bilateral cooperation on justice, law enforcement and capacity building efforts to counter terrorism and UN Security. The next meeting of the Joint Working Group will be hosted by the United States in 2019. | |
| 387. |
Asia's largest tulip garden was opened in which country? |
| Answer» Kashmir's Tulip Garden in Srinagar was opend on March 25. The garden is situated on the foothills of Zabarwan range in Srinagar. The garden was conceived, conceptualized and created by then Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Ghulam Nabi Azad, in 2006-07. In 2014, it was declared as the 2nd best tulip garden in the world by World Tulip Summit Society. | |
| 388. |
India-Japan-US 9th Trilateral Meeting held at __________. |
| Answer» India - Japan - United States 9th Trilateral Meeting at Joint Secretary/Director General/Assistant Secretary level was held in New Delhi on April 4, 2018. During the course of this meeting, the officials discussed practical steps to enhance cooperation in the areas of counter-proliferation; connectivity and infrastructure development, counter-terrorism; humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, maritime security and maritime domain awareness. Outcomes of the Trilateral Infrastructure Working Group that met in Washington, US in February 2018 were also reviewed. It is to be noted that the India-Japan-US trilateral was launched in December 2011 during Hillary Clinton's tenure as US Secretary of State. | |
| 389. |
The first mega food park of Rajasthan has come up in _____________. |
| Answer» The first mega food park of Rajasthan has inaugurated by Union Minister for Food Processing Industries Harsimrat Kaur Badal at Roopangarh village near Ajmer. The Food Park is set up at an investment of Rs 113.57 crore and will benefit around 25 thousand farmers in Ajmer and neighbouring districts. Center has given the Rs 50 crore subsidy for this project. The mega food park would attract an additional investment of about Rs. 250 crore in about 30 food processing units in the park and to a turnover of about Rs 500 crore per annum. The Park is expected to provide employment to around 5 thousand persons. Rajasthan is the fourth largest producer of food grains in India and leader in mustard, guar seed, coriander, groundnut, fennel, soybean, gram, and oilseeds. | |
| 390. |
the 15th meeting of the India-US Counterterrorism Joint Working Group was held at? |
| Answer» The 15th meeting of the India-US Counterterrorism Joint Working Group was held in New Delhi. The India delegation was led by Ministry of External Affairs Joint Secretary Mahaveer Singhvi. US delegation was led by U.S. State Department's Principal Deputy Coordinator for Counterterrorism, Alina L. Romanowski. Threats posed by terrorist groups throughout the world and in their respective regions including cross border terrorism in the South Asian region were reviewed by the working group. Both countries ensured to strengthen information exchange on world's most dangerous terrorist groups and individuals. They discussed efforts to curb the funding and operations of regional and global terrorist organizations. | |
| 391. |
Under the Integrated Power Development Scheme (IPDS) of Indian government, Powergrid has laid 16 square kilometers of underground lines in which Indian city? |
| Answer» In Varanasi, overhead power cables are being taken off after underground lines have been laid for more than 16 sq km. Under the Integrated Power Development Scheme (IPDS) of Indian government, Powergrid has laid 16 square kilometers of underground lines in Varanasi. This will be utilized by nearly 50,000 consumers. In June 2015, Former Union minister of state for power and coal Piyush Goyal announced the Rs 432-crore project for underground cabling work under IPDS for Varanasi. Work on this project was started in December 2015. Atul Nigam, managing director of Purvanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited, said that, line loss in the area covered by IPDS has reduced to 9.9% from 42.7%. | |
| 392. |
The First National Conclave on Psychological Trauma, Child Protection, and Mental Illnesses was inagurated in __________. |
| Answer» With an aim to provide a comprehensive synthesis of research, service provision, and clinical practice in addressing psychological trauma and subsequent mental illnesses in Indian children and adolescents, First, ever National conclave was held in New Delhi by the Ministry of Women & Child Development, in collaboration with the Dept. of Psychiatry. The Conclave was inaugurated by Hon'ble Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Dr. Virendra Kumar. | |
| 393. |
Which district of Manipur has been declared as the first Open Defecation Free (ODF) district of the state? |
| Answer» Senapati district of Manipur has been declared as the first Open Defecation Free (ODF) district of the state. Manipur has become the third state in the North East, after Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh, to get the ODF tag. Till 27th March, Manipur was among the only three states not to have a single ODF district, the other two being Bihar and Goa. | |
| 394. |
The Multi Modal Logistics Park was inaugurated at ___________ in Goa. |
| Answer» A Multi Modal Logistics Park was inaugurated at Balli Station on Konkan Railway route, near Madgaon in Goa. The Multi Modal Logistic Park was inaugurated by CMD Konkan Railway Sanjay Gupta and P K Agarwal, Director, Container Corporation. This park has been constructed at a cost of Rs 43 crore. It has been constructed as per the MoU between Konkan Railway & Container Corporation of India Ltd.(CONCOR). It has been set up on an area of 81,300 square meters. It has the capacity to handle both Domestic and Exim Container Traffic. It can also handle commodities transported by both open and covered wagons. Custom Bonded Warehousing space is also being set up on an area of 5000 square meters. It will also provide value added services like stuffing, repackaging etc. After Container Depot set up is completed at Balli, containers from Goa can reach JNPT (Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust) within 16 to 18 hours against the 30-40 hours through road currently. | |
| 395. |
Which Indian city tops in the Global City Momentum Index? |
| Answer» Hyderabad has been ranked the top city in the short-term Momentum Ranking of JLL's annual 'Global City Momentum Index'. The report identifies urban economies and real estate markets which are currently undergoing the most rapid growth. The report ranked Bengaluru, Pune, Kolkata and Delhi in top 10 cities. | |
| 396. |
World-Class Tourist amenities unveiled at ___________. |
| Answer» A world-class interpretation center and other tourist facilities for visitors were inaugurated at the Konark Sun Temple, Odisha. It coincided with Utkal Diwas, Odisha's foundation day. The facilities were inaugurated by the Union Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. | |
| 397. |
The 5th Indo-Kyrgyzstan joint training exercise 'Khanjar V' culminated on March 29 with a 'Joint Tactical Validation Exercise' was held in ________. |
| Answer» The 5th Indo-Kyrgyzstan joint training exercise 'Khanjar V' culminated on March 29 with a 'Joint Tactical Validation Exercise' in Mizoram. Kyrgyzstan in the exercise is represented by the military contingent of the military unit of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic. The exercise which started on March 16, included understanding tactics of platoon level, developing interoperability. | |
| 398. |
Which city hosted the Global Logistics Summit (GLS-2018)? |
| Answer» The Global Logistics Summit (GLS-2018) was held in New Delhi on April 5-6 to improve logistics and connectivity which are vital for increasing intra-state and international trade flows. It was organised by the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, along with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) and the World Bank Group. The Summit acts as a platform to hold discussions for global experts, academics, government officials and private sector and industry representatives. According to the Union Minister for Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Suresh Prabhu, 56 new airports will be ready for operation in the next few years. | |
| 399. |
The first international cross-country petroleum product pipeline project in India has been launched between ______________. |
| Answer» Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nepal Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli launched the Rs 3.24 billion India-Nepal petroleum products pipeline from Motihari, Bihar to Amlekhgunj, Nepal on 7th April. This is the first international cross-country pipeline project in India. The Motihari-Amlekhgunj Pipeline project was approved by IndianOil in September 2015. | |
| 400. |
World's first long-distance electric bus line begins in ___________. |
| Answer» World's first long-distance electric bus line began service on April 12, 2018 in Paris, France. This bus line has been presented by Flixbus, a brand which offers intercity bus service in Europe. It will link Paris to France's northern city of Amiens, undertaking a 160 kilometres journey within two hours. This 49-seater bus has a maximum travel range of 250 kilometres. Its batteries can be fully charged in 5 hours. | |