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| 451. |
Asias biggest auto testing track inaugurated in __________. |
| Answer» Union Minister Babul Supriyo and Madhya Pradesh Industrial minister Rajendra Shukla inaugurated Asia's biggest auto testing track in Pithampur of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. The country's research and development activities in the sector of automobile engineering and technology will get a boost, due to the construction of the auto testing track in Pithampur. Pithampur will emerge as a hub of the automobile industry in future. Union Minister further mentioned that the state government has provided 4 thousand acre land to NATRiP and the National Auto Testing Track has been developed on 3 thousand acre land. Automobile units can be established by the industrialists on the remaining one thousand acre land. | |
| 452. |
Which state government forms panel to devise horticulture development model? |
| Answer» The Jammu and Kashmir government has formed a committee to study the scope and definition of horticulture in Government of India and other states. The committee is headed by the chief secretary of Jammu Kashmir Bharat Bhushan Vyas. Members of the committee are: administrative secretary finance, administrative secretary planning and monitoring, administrative secretary horticulture. The committee will study the scope and definition of horticulture in Government of India and other states. | |
| 453. |
Which state is hosting the 2018 National Handloom Expo (NHE)? |
| Answer» The National Handloom Expo (NHE) has been inaugurated by Assam Handloom and Textile Minister Ranjit Dutta at Guwahati, Assam on January 29, 2018. The event is sponsored by Development Commissioner of Handloom, Govt of India and organized by ARTFED. Total 130 stalls have been set up. 12 states are participating in the event, which will continue till 11 February. | |
| 454. |
Which state government has launched 'Shakti' app for women's safety in the state? |
| Answer» Jai Ram Thakur, the Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, has launched the 'Shakti' app to ensure safety and protection of women in the state. The app was developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) of the Himachal Pradesh government. It would be available in both Hindi and English languages and would not require internet connectivity. The app, once triggered, would automatically send a message to the nearest police control room and start recording audio and video after 20 seconds. The state government has also launched the 'GUDDIYA' helpline number 1515 and the 'Hoshiyar Singh' helpline number 1090. The app and the helpline were part of an initiative to fight crimes against women in the state. The 'Hoshiyar Singh' helpline would be monitored by the CM's office in a 24x7 basis, and the government would use information gathered on this helpline to come down heavily on the drug, forest and mining mafias. | |
| 455. |
India, ADB sign $250 million loan for rural road projects for how many states? |
| Answer» Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Indian Government have signed USD 250 million loan agreement for construction of all-weather roads in five Indian states under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana. Funds procured through this loan will be used for construction of 6254 kilometres all-weather rural roads in West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Assam, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha. First tranche of this loan is part of the USD 500 million Second Rural Connectivity Investment Programme for India, which was approved by ADB in December 2017. USD 800 million First Rural Connectivity Investment Programme (executed in 2012, financed by ADB) added about 9000 kilometres of all-weather rural roads in the above mentioned states. | |
| 456. |
Maharashtra government to give sanitary pads to 7 lakh girls for Rs __________ a pack. |
| Answer» The Maharashtra state cabinet approved the introduction of Asmita (dignity), a scheme to provide sanitary pads to 7 lakh girls in government schools for Rs 5 a pack. The scheme Asmita aims to provide sanitary pads at subsidized price to girls in the age of 11 to 19 years. It has been launched with a motive to increase the usage of sanitary pads in rural areas of Maharashtra from the current usage rate 17% to targeted 75%. Three small scale manufacturers would produce the sanitary pads. It would be supplied through women self- help groups (SHGs). | |
| 457. |
Which state launches a new scheme to construct houses in rural areas 'Mukhya Mantri Awas Yojna Grameen' recently? |
| Answer» Uttar Pradesh State Cabinet launched 'Mukhya Mantri Awas Yojna Grameen', a new scheme to construct houses in rural areas. Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana Gramin is for those who have not been covered under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna and those who are not beneficiaries of any other government housing schemes. Under this scheme, Rs 1.30 lakh financial aid (for constructing houses) will be given to people residing in Naxal-affected areas of Uttar Pradesh and Rs 1.20 lakh to selected beneficiaries. Beneficiaries under this scheme also includes those families, who have been affected with Kala Azar or Japanese Encephalitis and those who belong to Vantangia or Musahar tribes and do not have houses or are living in "Kuchcha" houses. | |
| 458. |
The 32nd Surajkund International Crafts Mela begun in __________. |
| Answer» The 32nd Surajkund International Crafts Mela begun in Faridabad, Haryana. The Mela is organized by the Surajkund Mela Authority and Haryana Tourism in collaboration with Union Ministries of Tourism, Textiles, Culture and External Affairs. The 17-day cultural extravaganza will see a spectacular showcase of regional and international crafts, handlooms, traditions along with some mouth-watering multi-cuisine food for the visitors. This year Uttar Pradesh is the theme state and Kyrgyzstan is the Partner Nation. | |
| 459. |
The Centre has sanctioned Rs 1,500 crore for three years to promote organic farming in __________. |
| Answer» The Centre has sanctioned Rs 1,500 crore for three years to promote organic farming in Uttarakhand. The amount was sanctioned by Union Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh. The Union minister also cleared a proposal worth Rs 2,600 crore for the co-operative sector in the state. Of which, Rs 200 crore is meant for the reorganisation of sugar mills. | |
| 460. |
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates Global Investment summit in __________. |
| Answer» The first two-day Global Investment Summit has been organized in Assam. The summit emphasizes on promoting investments in the state and the North East. The conference was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Businessmen like Ratan Tata and Mukesh Ambani are taking part in the Summit. Investor's from Bhutan, Bangladesh, Germany, and Japan as well as ASEAN countries will attend the summit. | |
| 461. |
How many rivers of Jammu & Kashmir is declared as 'Nat Waterways'? |
| Answer» Four major rivers, including Jhelum and Chenab, in Jammu and Kashmir have been declared "national waterways". It paved the way for inland navigation on them to boost water transport and tourism. The Union government has declared four rivers namely Chenab, Indus, Jhelum and Ravi as national waterways, which would be developed in a phased manner. | |
| 462. |
Which state nods to much awaited Advertisement Policy 2018? |
| Answer» Arunachal Pradesh gave a nod to much awaited "Arunachal Pradesh Advertisement Policy 2018." State Cabinet headed by Chief Minister Pema Khandu approved Arunachal Pradesh Advertisement Policy 2018 which will enable the government to make payment of government advertisement bills to media houses on a timely basis. In another decision, the Cabinet approved the release of gratuitous relief of Rs 2,000 for all contingency and casual workers serving under Arunachal Government. Apart from approving the creation of 25 posts of Assistant Professors for government colleges of the state under Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA), the Cabinet also approved enhancement of salary of teachers working under SSA and RMSA on contractual basis up to 22% with effect from April 1, 2018. The Cabinet directed the education department to ensure that salaries are disbursed by the first week of the subsequent month through the Aadhaar-based DBT through PFMS method. | |
| 463. |
Which state launched four new schemes for funding businesses, agriculture and skill development? |
| Answer» Maharashtra launched four new schemes for funding businesses, agriculture and skill development. The schemes were launched are expected to benefit 'Maratha' community. Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis launched the schemes at the Sahyadri guest house, saying that the schemes will train youngsters in developing skills in agriculture and industries, besides funding enterprising endeavors. The state will back financially to help farmers and youngsters. The state will bear the interest of the loans taken from various banks. Those active in the field of agriculture, small-scale industries, self-help groups and farm product companies will also be eligible for the funding. | |
| 464. |
In which State the first ever Butterfly Park was inaugurated? |
| Answer» Uttar Pradesh State Government inaugurated state's first ever butterfly park in Kanpur. Estimated cost for constructing this butterfly park is Rs. 1 crore. In order to attract butterflies, 100 species of flowers have been planted in the park. So far, more than 50 species of butterflies have already been spotted in this park. The Butterfly Park in Kanpur will open for public by March 2018. Butterfly parks are pollution-free spaces which do not have chemicals/pesticides and play an important role in conserving endangered butterfly species. | |
| 465. |
This state become first state to have Transgender Welfare Board. |
| Answer» Maharashtra Minister of state for Social Justice Dilip Kamble has stated that Maharashtra State Government will set up a Transgender Welfare Board in a month's time. Board's primary task will be to look after education, employment, housing, and health schemes for transgenders and also to protect their Constitutional and human rights. Maharashtra will thus become the first Indian state to have such a board. It is to be noted that Maharashtra State Government has made a provision of Rs 5 crore for welfare of the Transgender community. Responsibility of setting up of the board and implementing welfare schemes for transgender community has been entrusted on Maharashtra State Social Justice department. | |
| 466. |
With which state Ola Sign MoU for River Taxi Service? |
| Answer» Cab-hailing startup Ola and the Government of Assam have signed a MoU to pilot an app-based river taxi service in Guwahati. The river taxis will be machine-operated boats and users will be able to book the rides through Ola's app. It'll bring commute time down to 2-5 minutes from 45 minutes by road. This MoU was signed during the Global Investors Summit: Advantage Assam. | |
| 467. |
Which state Chief Minister Lays Foundation Stone For Rhododendron Park? |
| Answer» Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu laid the foundation stone for Rhododendron Park in Tawang. He also carried out plantation drive of different varieties of Rhodos. Tawang is home to 50+ different varieties of Rhodos. | |
| 468. |
Which state government has launched the 'Gobardhan Yojana' to support farmers? |
| Answer» The Haryana government has launched the 'Gobardhan Yojana' to provide for the sale of organic manure and cow urine with an aim to benefit farmers. Under this scheme, a provision of Rs 11 crore has been made to provide benefits of various projects. According to official release, the Gobardhan Yojana would help in doubling the income of farmers and next time, the MSP would be given with additional benefit of 50% over the cost of production. | |
| 469. |
Which state has launched DASTAK campaign to eradicate deadly Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) and Japanise Encephalitis (JE) disease? |
| Answer» The Uttar Pradesh has launched massive door to door campaign DASTAK in association with UNICEF to eradicate deadly Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) and Japanise Encephalitis (JE) disease in the state. The war cry of DASTAK is Darwaja khatkhatao, AES aur JE ko bhagao. In DASTAK campaign, the whole state machinery with the help of UNICEF will now literally go door to door in 38 JES and AE affected districts which mostly fall in the Tarai region of the state which contributes to about 60% of the total AES cases all over the country. In this massive campaign, many departments of the state especially health, rural development, primary education will work together to spread awareness about the diseases through mass media communication, provide clean drinking water, initiate sanitation drive, ensure vaccination and early treatment so that disease should be nipped in the bud. Children of 600 schools in the affected areas will also be part of this campaign. | |
| 470. |
This state panel proposes 3-colour official state flag recently. |
| Answer» Karnataka committee to analyse possibility of a separate flag for the state has submitted a report, suggesting an official three-coloured flag to replace an unofficial two-coloured flag currently in use. In June 2017, Karnataka's Kannada and Culture department appointed a committee to study the possibility of having a separate flag for Karnataka. The committee was headed by G S Siddaramaya, chairman of Kannada Development Authority. This committee has recommended a flag in yellow and red colour, with white colour in the middle containing the state symbol. | |
| 471. |
Which state has topped the Health Index progressive report? |
| Answer» Kerala has topped the list of larger states on overall health performance in the Health Index report released by Niti Aayog while Uttar Pradesh appeared at the bottom among larger states in terms of overall performance. As per the index "Healthy States, Progressive India' report for large states, Kerala was followed by Punjab, Tamil Nadu and Gujarat. Besides Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar and Odisha are among the states that performed poorly in the health index. Among small states, Mizoram ranked first, followed by Manipur and Goa in terms of annual incremental performance. The Health Index will act as a tool to leverage cooperative and competitive federalism, accelerating the pace of achieving health outcomes. It has been evolved through comprehensive study and inputs from World Bank India and Ministry of Health. | |
| 472. |
Which state launches DASTAK campaign to eradicate Japanese Encephalitis? |
| Answer» Uttar Pradesh government in collaboration with UNICEF launched "Dastak Campaign against Japanese Encephalitis (JE) and Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES)". Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inauguratred the "Dastak Campaign against Japanese Encephalitis (JE) and Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES)". Also, he released a CD, sanitary kit and publicity material during the inauguration. He said that, in order to control encephalitis, health department has been made the nodal agency. Departments such as urban development, Panchayati Raj, Women and Child Welfare, Rural Development, Medical Education, Animal Husbandry and basic education departments will work under the health department. Vaccination against encephalitis will be finished by March-April 2018. A sanitation drive will also be conducted as a part of this campaign. | |
| 473. |
This state become the first state to opt out of the National Health Protection Scheme 'Modicare'. |
| Answer» West Bengal became the first state to opt out of the National Health Protection Scheme unveiled in the Union Budget. Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant has pegged the expenses for the Centre's health plan at Rs 5,500-6,000 crore a year. The Centre has made a provisional allocation of Rs 2,000 crore and wants states to bear the rest. Mamata Banerjee announced that her government has made hospitalisation and treatment free in Bengal. | |
| 474. |
Which state plans to set Dada-Dadi Park for senior citizens in each city of the state? |
| Answer» Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das announced that "Dada-Dadi Park" for senior citizens will soon be set up in all cities of Jharkhand. | |
| 475. |
Recently, this state becomes fourth state in the country to issue the Right of Way (RoW) guidelines for telecom service providers. |
| Answer» Assam has become the fourth state in the country to issue the Right of Way (RoW) guidelines for telecom service providers. A legal right, established by usage or grant is referred to as Right of Way (RoW). Assam State Cabinet had approved these RoW guidelines on January 28, 2018, and State Chief Secretary V K Pipersenia held a meeting with telecom service providers and other stakeholders on February 12, 2018 to review the current mobile and internet connectivity status. These guidelines will regulate the establishment of underground and overground telecom infrastructure in Assam. The entire process of seeking Government approval and required rights will be made online within a period of one year and all operators will have to compulsorily register in the ease of doing business portal of the Assam government. | |
| 476. |
This state government formed a six-member revenue commission to revisit the existing land Acts to make them relevant with the changed land use situation. |
| Answer» Punjab State Government has formed a six-member revenue commission to revisit the existing land Acts to make them relevant with the changed land use situation. The commission will be headed by Justice (Retd) SS Saron of Punjab and Haryana high court. The commission will examine the need for new Acts or the amendment of the existing ones to legalize the land lease practices in the state. Besides, it will also review the existing policies with regard to disposal and utilization of government lands. Primary objective of this commission is to streamline the existing laws, procedures and processes relating to land administration by taking in to consideration the requirements of modern agricultural and non-agricultural uses. | |
| 477. |
Which state will host the 12th edition of International Conference on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR-2018)? |
| Answer» The 12th edition of International Conference on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR-2018) was held in Bengaluru, Karnataka on February 9, 2018. The 2018 theme was " Responsible CSR: a New Agenda Beyond Governance". The 2-day conference was attended by over 400 experts and delegates from all over India and abroad. In the conference, the prestigious Golden Peacock Award 2017 was presented. The leadership award for philanthropy and social change was presented to Vineet Nayar, the chairman of Sampark Foundation. | |
| 478. |
India has signed $100 million amount of 2nd loan agreement with New Development Bank (NDB) for this state Water Project. |
| Answer» India has signed the second loan agreement of $100 million with New Development Bank (NDB) for Rajasthan Water Sector Restructuring Project for Desert Areas on 13th February 2018 at New Delhi. This is the first tranche loan approved by the NDB under the Multi Tranche Financing Facility of $345 Million for this project. The project implementation period is six years. Rajasthan government will implement the project primarily through its Water Resources Department. The purpose of this project is to rehabilitate the 678 kilometre long Indira Gandhi Canal system built during 1958 to 1963 to prevent seepage, conserve water, and enhance water use efficiency as mandated by both national and state level policies on water use. | |
| 479. |
With which state DP World signs to explore opportunities to develop trade infrastructure in the state? |
| Answer» Government of Dubai, global ports operator DP World and the State Government of Jammu and Kashmir have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to develop trade infrastructure in the state. Under this agreement, scope for setting up a multi-modal logistics park and hub in Jammu will be explored. This park would have warehouses and specialised storage solutions that will encourage inter-modal transfer of containers and bulk cargo. In 2016, 15 per cent of India's total non-oil imports and exports took place through DP Worlds operations in India. | |
| 480. |
In terms of maternal mortality rate (MMR), which state ranks in the last position? |
| Answer» In terms of maternal mortality rate (MMR), Assam is at the bottom of the list among all Indian States. Annual number of female deaths per 100000 live births from any cause related to pregnancy is referred to as Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR). MMR figure in Assam is 300 against the national average of 167. However, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Ashwini Kumar Choubey has stated that MMR in Assam has been declining. It was 383 fours ago and was 447 in 2002. In Assam, infant mortality rate (number of deaths per 1000 live births of children under one year of age) is also on higher side at 44 against the national figure of 37. | |
| 481. |
Which state hosted the 6th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Regional Conference? |
| Answer» The 6th Conference of Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) of India Region was inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan in Patna, Bihar on February 16, 2018. The 2-day conference discussed subjects of 'Parliament's role in the development agenda' and 'Legislature and Judiciary'. Over 100 delegates from India and abroad, including Australia, Britain and Uganda, are participating in the conference. Speakers of State Assemblies, Chairpersons of Legislative Councils and delegates from across the country also took part. The theme of the conference is 'Role of Parliament and Parliamentarians in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)'. In the conference, Parliamentarians discuss a number of topics including Parliament's role in the development agenda and the relationship between the legislature and the judiciary. | |
| 482. |
This state government plans to introduce the geotag livestock farmer houses in the state. |
| Answer» Kerala govt is gearing up to geotag the houses & farms of over 10 lakh livestock & poultry farmers in the state as part of its massive digitisation drive. The objective is to compile a comprehensive digital repository of information of animal husbandry & dairying in the state. The data would be useful during the time of the outbreak of any diseases among domestic animals and birds. | |
| 483. |
NABARD has announced that is has prepared area development plans worth Rs 1918 crore for farmers of which state? |
| Answer» National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has announced that is has prepared area development plans worth Rs 1918 crore for farmers of Punjab. Announcement in this regard was made by NABARD Chief General Manager (Punjab), Deepak Kumar at the State Level Bankers' Committee (SLBC) meeting in Chandigarh. The plan envisages to promote activities like dairy, vegetable cultivation, mushroom growing and bee keeping to provide income to farmers on sustainable basis. Mr. Kumar has raised concerns over the shortage of investment credit in Punjab, and has urged banks to focus on the area. | |
| 484. |
The Virgin Group and this state government signed an intent agreement to build world's first hyperloop transportation system. |
| Answer» The Virgin Group led by Richard Branson has signed an intent agreement with Maharashtra Government to build world's first hyperloop transportation system between Mumbai and Pune. The foundation stone for the project was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on first day of Magnetic Maharashtra investor summit held in Mumbai. | |
| 485. |
This state approves long-term linkage policy for bauxite. |
| Answer» Odisha State Cabinet approved long-term bauxite linkage policy that would help Vedanta's Lanjigarh alumina refinery to source bauxite from government-owned Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC). Vedanta, which has invested more than Rs 50000 crore in two smelters, refinery and power plants in Odisha has been facing constraints in ore supply as it has no captive blocks in Odisha. Due to raw material crunch, Vedanta had set a target to produce only 1.25 million tonnes in 2017-18. As per Odisha State Cabinet's decision, 70 per cent of the total production by OMC will now be available for long-term linkage. | |
| 486. |
How many canteens are opened in Haryana under Antyodaya Aahaar Yojana? |
| Answer» Haryana State Government launched four canteens which will serve subsidised and healthy food to the poor. Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar launched these canteens at Faridabad, Gurugram, Hisar, and Yamunanagar. These canteens have been set up under the 'Antyodaya Aahaar Yojana' aimed at providing healthy, nutritious and hygienic food to poor and needy people of the state. All poor and needy people in the state can buy a food packet from these canteens at just Rs. 10/-. The food packet weighs 730 gm and offers 1150 calories. | |
| 487. |
Which state will get international educational institution for minorities recently? |
| Answer» Union Minister of Minority Affairs, Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi has stated that an international educational institution for minorities will be built in Rajasthan's Alwar city. The institute in Alwar, will be one of the five such institutes, which the Central Government is planning to set up across India. The plan for building international educational institution for minorities was initially prepared in 2016 and an 11-member committee was formed under former bureaucrat Afzal Amanullah to oversee it. | |
| 488. |
This state government has made vaccination compulsory for school admissions from next academic year onwards. |
| Answer» Kerala government has made vaccination compulsory for school admissions from next academic year onwards. Parents will have to show details of shots given to children at the time of enrolment in schools. The move comes in the wake of stiff opposition from certain communities against the vaccination drive. | |
| 489. |
Which state plans to launch "Mission Buniyaad" for improving learning skills of children studying in state and municipal-run schools? |
| Answer» The Delhi government announced the launch of "Mission Buniyaad" for improving learning skills of children studying in state and municipal-run schools. The announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia. Under the programme which will run from April to June for Class 3 to 5 in Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) schools and for Class 6 to 8 in government's schools, children will undergo a reading level assessment based on which they will be enrolled in specialized "Mission Buniyaad" classes. | |
| 490. |
With which state Taoyuan City of Taiwan signed an MOU for better technology partnership in the state? |
| Answer» The Telangana Government signed an MOU with Taoyuan City of Taiwan for better technology partnership in the state. The agreement was signed after the World Congress on Information Technology (WCIT) 2018 in Hyderabad. IT Minister K T Rama Rao and principal secretary Jayesh Ranjan signed the agreement with Robert Huang, Director of the Board of Taiwan company at World IT Congress 2018. | |
| 491. |
Which state government has officially launched Parivartan scheme - Cleanliness & Pollution Free Drive ? |
| Answer» The Haryana government has officially launched the Parivartan scheme, which is designed to address 10 issues including cleanliness and pollution, in 46 developmental blocks of the state. The 10 issues include facilitation of financing, making agriculture profitable and sustainable, improving health services, implementing Swachh Bharat, decongesting market areas, engaging the youth, checking air pollution, ensuring availability of identity-related services, effective policing, and ensuring road order and conduct. Under this scheme, the state government will provide training (practical) to the employees and thus will create strong training workforce in the state. This is a unique scheme in order to ensure that the benefit of all government scheme must reach the people. | |
| 492. |
With which company Andhra Pradesh government collaborate for IT projects? |
| Answer» The government of Andhra Pradesh will collaborate with Facebook (India) in a bid to take up innovative pilot projects in the state. Andhra Pradesh Information and Technology Minister Nara Lokesh met Facebook (India) Connectivity Policy Head Aswani Rana. They decided to work on providing internet facility to every household through fiber grid project, internet, WiFi, and TV services at nominal cost of Rs 149. They further decided to provide training to women, small scale and cottage industries so that they can sell their products online. | |
| 493. |
This state government aims to double the valuation of its life sciences ecosystem to $100 billion in 10 years. |
| Answer» Telangana Industry Minister K. T. Rama Rao said that, the Telangana government aims to double the valuation of its life sciences ecosystem to $100 billion in 10 years. K. T. Rama Rao made this announcement after he inaugurated the 15th BioAsia Summit. He said that 4 lakh jobs will be created in the life sciences industry in the next 10 years. Current value of life sciences ecosystem in Telangana is $50 billion. It has more than 800 companies. K. T. Rama Rao also said that, Telangana contributes more than 35% to the national pharmaceutical production of India. Telangana is also considered the vaccine hub of India and the world. It produces nearly 33 % of global vaccines dosages. | |
| 494. |
In which Indian state, "Centre for Agriculture", with collaboration of Israeli expertise, is going to be inaugurated on March 7, 2018? |
| Answer» Israeli Ambassador to India, Mr Daniel Carmon has stated that a Centre for Agriculture, with collaboration of Israeli expertise, is going to be inaugurated in Mizoram on March 7, 2018. This will be the first such centre in the North East region (NER) of India that is being established with Israeli collaboration. It has been set up at a cost of Rs 8-10 crore. This Centre has been set up with the tripartite collaboration of India's Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of Israel and State Government of Mizoram and is exclusively for processing of citrus fruits. | |
| 495. |
Which state gears up for Partnership Summit 2018 to attract investments for innovation? |
| Answer» Andhra Pradesh woke up welcoming over more than 2000 delegates in its Partnership Summit 2018. The 3rd edition of Partnership Summit 2018 aims to facilitate investments, foster innovations in creating business models. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed his keenness towards Partnership Summit 2018 eager to establish partnerships aimed at collective development and hoping for great engagements with global investors at the Partnership Summit 2018, Vizag. I invite you all to be a part of Andhra Pradesh's incredible growth story. | |
| 496. |
This state plans to observe September 22 as 'Rhino Day' to generate public awareness on the protection of the one-horned pachyderm. |
| Answer» The Assam government announced to observe September 22 as 'Rhino Day' to generate public awareness on the protection of the one-horned pachyderm. A State Rhino Project in line with National Rhino Project will be launched in Assam soon for protecting the pachyderms from threats of poaching. | |
| 497. |
In which state the First Mega Food Park Inaugurated recently? |
| Answer» The first Mega Food Park in the state of Maharashtra Satara Mega Food Park Private Limited at Village Degaon, District Satara was inaugurated by Harsimrat Kaur Badal, Union Minister of Food Processing Industries. This is the 10th Mega Food Park being operationalized in the country and the 8th operationalized during the tenure of the present government. Satara Mega Food Park has been set up in 64 acres of land at a cost of Rs. 139.30 crore. | |
| 498. |
This state inked MoU with US-based AutoGrid to help transform electricity sector of the state. |
| Answer» Andhra Pradesh inked MoU with US-based AutoGrid to help transform electricity sector of the state. With this Andhra Pradesh will adopt smart grid and Internet of Things (IoT) based solutions of AutoGrid to improve energy utilities' financial health and customer experiences. The state government on Sunday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AutoGrid, a US-based leading provider of flexible management software for the energy sector, at the CII Partnership Summit. The initiative involves demand-side management (DSM) programmes covering key segments, including agricultural pump-sets, residential/commercial ACs, and industrial units. The Andhra Pradesh Southern Power Distribution Company (APSPDCL) will use the programmes to evaluate its benefits to the utility as well as to the consumers in the state. | |
| 499. |
With which state Microsoft tie-up to accelerate cloud technology adoption? |
| Answer» Tamil Nadu State Government announced an agreement with Microsoft to improve the integration of technology in teaching and learning across the state. The agreement aims at reforming education, build tech capacity and enhance digital literacy across all levels. As per the terms of the agreement, Microsoft will adopt seven schools identified by Tamil Nadu State Government and will train their teachers and students in inculcating skills such as critical thinking, app development, creative coding & gaming, robotics and entrepreneurship. All educators in primary, secondary, vocational and tertiary education across Tamil Nadu will be offered Microsoft Innovative Educator Program. | |
| 500. |
The CRPF has launched a bike ambulance initiative in areas of anti-Naxal operations in ___________. |
| Answer» The CRPF has launched a bike ambulance initiative in areas of anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh, for providing basic healthcare facilities to those living in remote jungle areas of Bastar region. Medical teams, accompanied by well-armed security personnel ride their motorcycles to help the sick and injured in about 70 villages. The battalion is based in Bijapur. | |