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1. ______chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given its approval for sugar export policy for evacuation of surplus stocks during sugar season 2019-20. -Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) The policy provides a lump sum export subsidy of Rs. 10,448 per Metric Tonne (MT) to sugar mills for season 2019-20. [29 Aug, 2019] 2. Pakistan successfully conducted night training launch of hypersonic surface-to-surface ballistic missile ______from Sonmiani test range in Balochistan. - Hatf-III Ghaznavi It is a short-range surface-to-surface hypersonic ballistic missile. It is named after 11th century Muslim Turkic conqueror Mahmud of Ghazni. It has been designed and developed by National Development Complex, which is a Pakistani Missile Developing Authority. [30 Aug, 2019] 3. The International Day Against Nuclear Tests is observed across every year across the world on ______- 29 August It was officially proclaimed by United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) by unanimously adopting Resolution 64/35 in December 2009 initiated by Kazakhstan with support of large number of sponsors and cosponsors. It was observed for first time in 2010. [30 Aug, 2019] 4. The 26th Ladakhi-Kisan-Jawan-Vigyan Mela was recently inaugurated by Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in ______- Leh, Jammu and Kashmir It was organised by Leh-based Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR) of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). [30 Aug, 2019] 5. Book "Obama: The Call of History" is authored by - Peter Baker Baker was a reporter for 20 years at The Washington Post He joined The New York Times in 2008 [31 Aug, 2019] 6. Recently Nimu Bhowmik passed away. He was a renounced - Actor in Bengali Cinema He acted in about 60 films [31 Aug, 2019] 7. Meghalaya launches ‘Walk to Work’ campaign and it is a part of - Fit India Movement Chief Minister of Meghalaya: Conrad K Sangma; Governor: Tathagata Roy Walk to Work on every Wednesday (www) to archive goal of "Fit Meghalaya" as well it will help to reduce polution [31 Aug, 2019] 8. Which air line has banned one-time usable plastic? - Air India [31 Aug, 2019] 9. Home Ministry has been released National Citizens Register (NRC) in the eastern state of Assam which don't have ______excluded from the list. - 19,06,657 Originally, 40.37 lakh people were not against the names of 3.29 crore people in the NRC list in 2018.

More than 19 Lac of these people (foreign citizen) will have first visit go to the tribunal, then to appeal to the High Court and then to the Supreme Court. The state government will also provide legal help to the people. People will have 120 days to appeal the matter. [31 Aug, 2019] 10. On the National Sports Day 2019 celebrated on occasion of Major Dhyanchand's 114th birth anniversary, PM Narendra Modi will launch ______Movement in New Delhi urging the countrymen to promote sports and fitness. - Fit India Movement [29 Aug, 2019] 11. Five Girls from Amity International School in Noida, Uttar Pradesh developed a mobile application called ______won a bronze medal at global tech competition called ‘Technovation Challenge’ held in San Francisco, United States.Maitri - It is aimed at bringing together individuals suffering from loneliness and depression and those lacking nurturing love of elderly role models. [29 Aug, 2019]

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12. Who has been was honoured with Distinguished Fellowship of Institute of Directors (IOD), 2019 during 29th Institute of Directors (IOD) Annual Day Ceremony held in New Delhi. Shashi- Shanker He is the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC). This honor is conferred in appreciation of his distinguished contribution to business and society. [29 Aug, 2019] 13. Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP) has set up a waste plastic to diesel plant in ______- Dehradun Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand. Plant is inaugurated by Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister for Science and Technology and Trivendra Singh Rawat, Chief Minister of Uttarakhand. n the waste plastic to diesel plant set up in IIP, scientists will process waste plastics into fuel. [29 Aug, 2019] 14. Which Union Ministry launched the integrated NOC (No Objection Certificate) Online Application Processing System for National Monuments Authority (NMA) to seek approval for construction around protected monuments in 6 states. - Union Ministry of Tourism Six states: Madhya Pradesh (378), Andhra Pradesh (110), Haryana (15), Punjab (10), Jharkhand (3) and Telangana (1). In total, 517 local bodies have made it online. [29 Aug, 2019] 15. Which country intends to move its capital from the climate-threatened megacity of Jakarta to the sparsely populated island of Borneo, home to some of the world’s greatest tropical rainforests. - Indonesia Indonesia’s current capital, Jakarta, is home to more than 10 million people – and has some of the world’s worst air pollution and traffic congestion. The move is part of a broader strategy to decentralize Indonesia’s economic growth – Jakarta is home to 60% of the country’s population [29 Aug, 2019] 16. Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said India will have ______CNG stations in the next five years - 10,000 (Ten Thousand) Launching the commencement of work for 10th City Gas Distribution bidding round in New Delhi which will cover 50 Geographical Areas in 124 districts across the country, Pradhan suggested auto companies to retrofit vehicles with CNG to boost sales. He said by 2050, India's incremental energy needs will be primarily met by CNG. The Minister said, India will aim to lead Electronic Vehicle technology and won't shift to lithium import dependence. [27 Aug, 2019] 17. Who becomes first Indian to win World Badminton Championship's Gold - P V Sindhu She defeated Japan's Nozomi Okuhara in straight games 21-7, 21-7 for the singles title. She is also the second women shuttler to have five medals and the third to have medals in all three colors. [25 Aug, 2019] 18. The 45th G7 summit is being held from - August 24–26, 2019 It is held in in Biarritz, France. Core G7 members are: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom, United States, European Union Guest Invitees (Countries) are: Australia, Chile, Egypt, India, Spain, Rwanda [25 Aug, 2019] 19. Indian Prime Minister Mr. Naredra Modi is honoured with which award in UAE -Order of Zayed It is UAE’s highest civilian award. It is conferred upon Mr. Modi by Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on 24 August 2019. Mr. Modi attended NRI investors meet at UAE and invited investors to invest in Jammu and Kashmir [25 Aug, 2019]

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20. Former Finance Minister Shri Arun Jaitley passed away on - 24 August, 2019 He was an Indian politician and attorney, who was the Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs of the Government of India from 2014 to 2019. Also the member of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Jaitley previously held the cabinet portfolios of Finance, Defence, Corporate Affairs, Commerce and Industry and Law and Justice in the Vajpayee government and Narendra Modi government. From 2009 to 2014 he served as the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha. He was a Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of India. He oversaw the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax which brought the country under one GST regime, demonetization, the merger of Railway budget with general budget and introduction of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. Arun Jaitley decided not to join the Modi Cabinet in 2019 due to health issues. [24 Aug, 2019] 21. The first World Youth Conference for Kindness was recently held in New Delhi in commemoration of 150th birth anniversary celebrations of - Mahatma Gandhi It was inaugurated by President Ram Nath Kovind. It was organised by UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP). [24 Aug, 2019] 22. Which country has recently launched life-size humanoid robot called Fedor to International Space Station (ISS) - Russia It is the first-ever life-size humanoid robot sent into space by Russia. It was launched onboard of unmanned Soyuz MS-14 rocket from Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. [24 Aug, 2019] 23. Who became first Indian to claim a world title in motorsports by winning FIM World Cup ( Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) in women’s category after the final round of the championship at Varpalota in Hungary. - Aishwarya Pissay 23-year old from Bengaluru won the 1st round in Dubai and was placed 3rd (Portugal), 5th (Spain) and 4th (Hungary) in subsequent outings. [13 Aug, 2019] 24. Renowned biologist Chandrima Shaha became first woman to get elected as President of - Indian National Science Academy (INSA) She will head INSA from 2020 to 2022 after taking over as president from incumbent Ajay K. Sood. She was formerly Director of the National Institute of Immunology, Delhi. [13 Aug, 2019] 25. The 26-year-old Sourabh Verma claimed men’s singles title in final over Loh Kean Yew of Singapore in summit clash at which badminton tournament - Hyderabad Open BWF Tour Super 100 tournament [12 Aug, 2019] 26. "Lessons Life Taught Me, Unknowingly” is an autobiography of - Veteran actor Anupam Kher It was launched at a special event at Consulate General of India in New York. It was unveiled by Rishi Kapoor, along with wife Neetu Kapoor and cast of NBC’s show New Amsterdam. The autobiography of Padma Bhushan awardee gives a detailed account of his failures, rejections and lessons learnt in his life and in a career spanning 500 films. [12 Aug, 2019] 27. The book titled ‘Listening, Learning and Leading’, based on M. Venkaiah Naidu’s two years in office as Vice President of India was launched by - Union Minister for Home Affairs, Amit Shah in Chennai, Tamil Nadu bout ‘Listening, Learning, and Leading’ Book The book captures glimpses of Vice President’s 330 public engagements across all states and Union Territories of the country during last two year period. [12 Aug, 2019] 28. The 22nd National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG) 2019 successfully concluded at - Shillong, capital of Meghalaya Theme- Digital India: Success to Excellence Highlights- ‘Shillong Declaration’ on e-Government [12 Aug, 2019] 29. On which day, World Biofuel Day is observed? - 10th August Theme 2019: ‘Production of Biodiesel from Used Cooking Oil (UCO)’ [10 Aug, 2019]

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30. Which actor won the best actor award at National Film Awards 2019 - Ayushmann Khurrana (‘Andhadhun’) & Vicky Kaushal (‘Uri’) Best Actress: Keerthy Suresh for ‘Mahanati’ (Telugu) est Feature Film: ‘Hellaro’ (Gujarati) Best Non Feature Film: Son Rise by Vibha Bakshi and The Secret Life of Frogs by Ajay and Vijay Bedi [10 Aug, 2019] 31. Researcher from Mexico has discovered way to turn cactus leaves into non toxic and biodegradable material with similar properties to - Plastic The pulp of the prickly pear cactus is strained to obtain a juice. Then it is mixed with non-toxic additives and stretched to produce sheets that are coloured with pigments and folded to form different types of packaging materials. This material obtained is non-toxic, environment friendly and biodegradable. [24 Aug, 2019] 32. Pacific island nation of Papua New Guinea, Country in Oceania has ______highest number of ‘living’ indigenous languages in world - 840 Living languages stands for languages that are still being used and spoken by people. India stands fourth in list with 453 languages. [24 Aug, 2019] 33. India has contributed USD ______to United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) - 5 million t was established December 1949 following 1948 Arab-Israeli conflict by UN General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 302 (IV). [07 Aug, 2019] 34. Bangladesh signed deal with which country for lifetime supply of uranium for its 2,400 MW Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (RNPP) in Bangladesh. - Russia Deal was signed in Dhaka (Bangladesh capital) between Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission (BAEC) and Russian Nuclear Fuel Supply Company (TVEL) Joint Stock Company, a Russian state- owned nuclear fuel firm. BAEC is tasked with implementing project. With power generation capacity of 1200 MW, each unit of power plant will have to reload one-third (33%) of total required nuclear fuel in every 18 months (1.5 years), and 1st, 2nd and 3rd reload will be provided by Russian firm free of cost. [07 Aug, 2019] 35. Lok Sabha passed Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill, 2019 which seeks to prohibit - discrimination against transgender persons, including in matters of employment. This bill that lays emphasis on educating, skilling and making transgenders employable was moved by Union Minister for State for Social Justice and Empowerment Kishan Pal Gurjar. [07 Aug, 2019] 36. Every year National Handloom Day is celebrated across India on - 7 August The year 2019 marks 5th National Handloom Day. To mark the occasion, Union Minister of Textiles and Women and Child Development, Smriti Zubin Irani, will preside over a function at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi [07 Aug, 2019] 37. Union Government has approved ______amount for Kosi-Mechi Interlinking project for interlinking of Kosi and Mechi rivers of Bihar. - Rs 4,900 crore This is the second major river interlinking project in the country to be approved by Central Government after the Ken-Betwa project in Madhya Pradesh. This approval comes after this project secured the last remaining mandatory technical-cum-administrative nod from Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). [05 Aug, 2019] 38. France’s ______successfully crossed English Channel on a jet-powered hoverboard for 1st time. - Franky Zapata The French inventor reached speeds of 110 mph to complete 22-mile journey on his flyboard. He took off from Sangatte, northern France and landed in St. Margarets Bay, near Dover in southeast England. This was his 2nd attempt after a failed attempt in July 2019. [05 Aug, 2019]

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39. Defense Research Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted two back-to-back flight tests of which missiles from Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur in Odisha. Quick- Reaction Surface-to-Air Missiles (QRSAM) Two missiles were tested for different altitude and conditions and test flights successfully demonstrated their high maneuvering capabilities, aerodynamics, propulsion and structural performance. QRSAM is a sophisticated all-weather and all-terrain missile. [03 Aug, 2019] 40. Indian Army in partnership with ______has launched ecological initiative of employing E Cars for use of its officials in New Delhi. - Energy Efficiency Services Ltd EESL Under this ecological initiative, first lot of 10 e-Cars was flagged off by Indian Army. EESL is a Super Energy Service Company (ESCO) that facilitates implementation of energy efficiency project. It functions under Union Ministry of Power. It was established in December 2009 and is headquartered in New Delhi. [03 Aug, 2019] 41. Which house of Parliament passed Jallianwala Bagh National Memorial (Amendment) Bill, 2019 by a voice vote and amendments moved by members of opposition parties were also defeated. - Lok Sabha This bill ends automatic nomination of Congress President as trustee of Jallianwala Bagh Memorial trust. It was introduced in Lok Sabha by Prahlad Singh Patel, Minister of State for Culture on 8 July 2019 [03 Aug, 2019] 42. Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced setting up Pashmina testing center in which region of Jammu and Kashmir - Leh It will be set up in partnership with lab of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Leh. The centre will have standards testing lab, machines and scientists to check the quality of pashmina collected. It also released BI Standards of Pashmina. [03 Aug, 2019] 43. World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) is being observed throughout world from - 1-7 August 2019 WBW was first inaugurated in 1991 and was 1st celebrated in 1992 by World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA). As of 2019 it is now observed in over 120 countries by United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), World Health Organization (WHO) and their partners including individuals, organizations, and governments. WABA was established on 1991 with goal to re-establish a global breastfeeding culture and provide support for breastfeeding everywhere. [03 Aug, 2019] 44. Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) launched India’s first large-scale trial for two new vaccines named IMMUVAC and VPM1002 for which disease - Tuberculosis (TB) Immuvac: It is also known as mycobacterium indicus pranii (MIP). It has been manufactured by Ahmedabad based Cadila Pharmaceuticals VPM1002: It is manufactured by Pune based Serum Institute of India. [02 Aug, 2019] 45. Which state became first state in the country to adopt an Automated Multi-modal Biometric Identification System (AMBIS) - Maharashtra AMBIS is updated version of Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), which has been used by Indian law enforcement agencies to search finger and palm prints. It will replace AFIS which has limited utility, providing only one-to-one fingerprint matches as compared multimodal matches possible with AMBIS [02 Aug, 2019] 46. Indian journalist Ravish Kumar (44) of NDTV news channel was chosen for which award? - Ramon Magsaysay Award 2019 He has been given this prestigious award in recognition for harnessing journalism to give voice to voiceless. He is among 5 individuals who were chosen for this years’ award. The award will be presented to all recipients at a ceremony in Manila (Capital of Philippine) on 9 September 2019. [02 Aug, 2019]

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47. Who took over as Controller General of Accounts (CGA), Department of Expenditure, Union Ministry of Finance with effect from 1 August 2019. - Girraj Prasad Gupta He is 1983-batch Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS) Officer. He is highly credited for his work in development and implementation of Public Financial Management System (PFMS), a backbone IT infrastructure for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and other financial management modules in Central Government. [02 Aug, 2019] 48. ‘Nagar Kirtan’ carrying Guru Granth Sahib which was taken out from ______, arrived at Attari in Amritsar, India. - Nankana Sahib, Pakistan [02 Aug, 2019] 49. Researchers of which Institute develop new technology- Hydro Thermal Carbonization (HTC) for solid waste management. - IIT-KGP (Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur) This Hydro Thermal Carbonization Technology can convert municipal solid waste to biofuel, soil amendment and absorbents. [02 Aug, 2019] 50. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has relaxed which norms for corporate, non-banking lenders by relaxing end-use restrictions with regard to working capital, general corporate purpose and repayment of rupee loans. - External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) End-use stipulations for ECBs for both corporates as well as liquidity starved non-banking lenders has been liberalized [02 Aug, 2019] 51. Which e-commerce giant launched Samarth, an initiative to bring Indian artisans, weavers, and makers of handicrafts to its platform. - Flipkart Walmart-owned Flipkart has partnered with 5 non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to help artisans use online marketplace to sell their products. In 1st phase of programme, Flipkart will have access to 35,000 artisans through partnerships with NGOs. [01 Aug, 2019] 52. India along with which country launched two-year joint initiative- Innovating for Clean Air (IfCA) n Bengaluru, capital of Karnataka. - United Kingdom It is aimed at providing unique air quality measurement system by integrating satellite and sensor data and support India’s transition to Electric Vehicles (EVs) [01 Aug, 2019] 53. PM Narendra Modi will launch which Movement on 29 August, 2019 - Fit India Movement For this initiative, a 28 member committee headed by Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju was formed to advise the government [23 Aug, 2019] 54. World Anti-Doping Agency -WADA suspends the accreditation of India's National Dope Testing Laboratory - NDTL for how much time? - 6 Months NDTL’s suspension came due to its non-conformities with the International Standard for Laboratories (ISL). [23 Aug, 2019] 55. Which country has announced their domestically-built Bavar-373 missile defense system on their National Defense Industry Day - Iran Iran's National Defense Industry Day is on 22 Aug. The move has come at a time when there is rising tension with the United States. [23 Aug, 2019] 56. Who will replace Sanjay Bangar as India's new batting coach - Vikram Rathour Vikram Rathour had played six Tests and seven ODIs in 1996 without much success but played a lot of domestic cricket for Punjab. He was a senior national selector under Sandeep Patil's chairmanship till 2016. [23 Aug, 2019] 57. Which Country along with UN called for protection against Amazon Rainforest Fire - France Since the beginning of 2019, around 73,000 forest fires have been recorded in Brazil. Though the extent of the destruction is not exactly known yet, the smoke has choked the whole of Sao Paulo and other Brazilian cities. [23 Aug, 2019]

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58. Who has been selected as new Cabinet Secretary for a tenure of two years in Appointments Committee of Cabinet (ACC) headed by Prime Minister Narrendra Modi - Rajiv Gauba He is 1982 batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Jharkhand cadre. He is currently serving as secretary in ministry of home affairs. He replaced Rajiv Mehrishi as the union home secretary. He was born in Punjab in 1958, and is a physics graduate from Patna University. [23 Aug, 2019] 59. Which State tops the State Rooftop Solar Attractiveness Index - Karnataka The State Rooftop Solar Attractiveness Index-SARAL was launched during the Review Planning and Monitoring (RPM) Meeting with States and State Power Utilities. Karnataka has topped the index which evaluates Indian states based on their attractiveness for rooftop development. [23 Aug, 2019] 60. Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has recently blacklisted which country from Indian Sub- continent - Pakistan The decision to blacklist Pakistan was taken by the APG during its meeting in Canberra, Australia. This was based on a five-year mutual evaluation of Pakistan's progress on upgrading its systems in areas of financial and insurance services and sectors. [23 Aug, 2019] 61. Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) sports personnel won 10 medals, at recently-concluded World Police and Fire Games 2019 (WPFG-2019) held at -Chengdu, China’s southwestern Sichuan province CISF sports personnel represented India in different sporting events held at WPEG-2019.[23 Aug, 2019] 62. The 22nd National Conference on e-Governance 2019 will be held in - Shillong, Meghalaya 22nd National Conference on e-Governance 2019 Organized by: Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) in association with Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and Meghalaya State Government. It is being held in Shillong is part of the DARPG’s 100 days initiatives. [01 Aug, 2019] 63. Indian Air Force (IAF) has launched 3D air-borne combat based mobile video game called - Indian Air Force: A cut above It was launched by Air Chief Marshal B. S. Dhanoa at National Bal Bhawan, New Delhi. It is second such video game launched by IAF, earlier it had Guardians of the Skies’ in 2014 and has got over a million downloads. It is similar to older Guardians of Skies game including controls and graphics, but has new storyline along with some gameplay changes. [01 Aug, 2019] 64. Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved setting up of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Technical Liaison Unit (ITLU) - Moscow, Russia Existing ITLUs are at Washington, US and Paris, France. It is mandated to collaborate with Space agencies and industries in Russia and neighbouring countries for mutually synergetic outcomes. It will enable effective technical coordination for timely interventions on diversified matters with Russia and neighboring countries for the realization of the programmatic targets of ISRO. [01 Aug, 2019] 65. Film Actor Aamir Khan launched - Mission Shakti This mission aims to groom the tribal student for an Olympic medal by 2024. Also, it is directed towards 6 sporting disciplines namely- archery, shooting, volleyball, swimming, weightlifting and gymnastics. [07 Aug, 2019] 66. Lok Sabha has passed Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2019 to increase the number of Supreme Court judges from - 30 to 33 It helps to meet the long-standing demand of increasing strength of Supreme Court judges to resolve the number of pending cases can be brought down substantially. [07 Aug, 2019] 67. Lalit Kala Akademi celebrated its 65th Foundation Day on - 5 August, 2019 Also known as National Academy of Art, it was established on 5 August 1954. It was inaugurated by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) of Culture & Tourism [07 Aug, 2019] 68. Former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj passes away on - 6 August, 2019 Former External Affairs Minister #SushmaSwaraj suffered a cardiac arrest. She was administered CPR but did not respond, according to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences. [07 Aug, 2019] 1-09-2021 8/23 Prepared by: N. Singla, A. Goyal, P.S. Mann Monthly Magazine - August, 2021 Khilare.com

69. Name the Bill Passed in Lok Sabha on 6 August 2019 to declare Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh as Union Territories. - Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2019 The special status of Jammu & Kashmir has been ended with this bill. Parts of Article 370 and 35A has been revoked. [07 Aug, 2019] 70. Who has become first Kashmiri Muslim Woman Pilot? - Iram Habib [31 Aug, 2018] 71. Google launched which project that allows Indian Vernacular news publishers to get their content online? - Navlekha (A new way to write) [31 Aug, 2018] 72. Who won gold medal in Triple Jump at 18th Asian games 2018? - Arpinder Singh Arpinder Singh became 2nd sportsperson to win a gold medal in Triple Jump. Before him, Mohinder Singh Gill won a gold medal in Triple Jump in 1970 Asian Games. [31 Aug, 2018] 73. India and Asian Development Bank signed $375 Million loan agreement to improve irrigation efficiency in which state? - Madhya Pradesh Asian Development Bank President- Takehiko Nakao Established in 1966 Headquarters at Manila,Philippines [31 Aug, 2018] 74. Nilgiri Tahr is state animal of ______? - Tamilnadu Nilgiri endemic to Nilgiri Hills in the state of Tamilnadu and Kerala is listed in IUCN endangered species list. [31 Aug, 2018] 75. What is the purpose of Earth Sciences Ministry Umbrella Scheme O-SMART? -To Step-Up Ocean Research Activities O-SMART - Ocean Services, Technology, Observations, Resource Modelling and Science[31 Aug, 2018] 76. For what purpose Union government signed USD 300 Million agreement with the World Bank? - For India Energy efficiency scale up programme [30 Aug, 2018] 77. To improve the performance of electricity Government of Rajasthan and Government of India signed USD 250 Million agreement with ___? - World Bank [30 Aug, 2018] 78. Who sworn-in as New President of Zimbabwe? - Emmerson Mnangagwa [30 Aug, 2018] 79. Odisha government launched which campaign to identify and recoganize hidden talent? -Mu Hero, Mu Odisha [30 Aug, 2018] 80. Ministry of Tourism has sanctioned two new projects under Heritage and North East Circuits of Swadesh Darshan Scheme in which states? - Punjab and Tripura Swadesh Darshan Scheme was launched in 2014-15. [30 Aug, 2018] 81. European Union joins hand with which country to develop "Next Generation Influenza Vaccine" to protect citizen worldwide? - India Research programme for "Next Generation Influenza" Vaccine is named as Horizon 2020.[30 Aug, 2018] 82. Who won gold medal in Men's Javelin Throw at Asian Games 2018? - Neeraj Chopra [30 Aug, 2018] 83. "Lakhwar Project" a multipurpose project in Uttarakhand is largely based on which river? - Yamuna River [30 Aug, 2018] 84. First SAARC Agri Cooperative Business forum held at______? - Kathmandu (Nepal) [29 Aug, 2018] 85. National Sports Day is observed on which day______? - 29 August To mark the birthday of legendary hockey player Dhyan Chand, National Sports Day is observed on 29 Aug every year [29 Aug, 2018] 86. Which bank named as the World's best bank for its digital Innovation? - DBS Bank [28 Aug, 2018] 87. Which bank tops in the digital transaction as per the report of the Department of Financial Services? - Punjab National Bank [28 Aug, 2018] 88. Who will be honored with Asian Game Changer Award 2018? - Indra Nooyi [28 Aug, 2018]

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89. Which mobile app has been launched recently that allows voters to rate, review their political representatives? - Neta App [28 Aug, 2018] 90. Which country will host Asian Youth weightlifting championship 2019? - North Korea [28 Aug, 2018] 91. Who winds the golds medal in Men's Shotput at 18th Asian games in Jakarta, Indonesia? - Tejinder Pal Singh [28 Aug, 2018] 92. Neil Simon, who passed away recently associated with which field? - Playwright [28 Aug, 2018] 93. Who is appointed as the next ambassador of India to Ireland? - Sandeep Kumar [28 Aug, 2018] 94. 8th India-Kenya Joint Trade Committee meeting held at______? -Nairobi (Kenya) [28 Aug, 2018] 95. Bombay Natural History Society opens its first regional centre in ______? - Chilka The function of this society is to identify the air route of foreign birds flocking Chilka Lake. [28 Aug, 2018] 96. Which airline successfully conducted India's first bio-fuel flight test between Dehradun and Delhi? - Spicejet Bio-fuel is a blend of oil from Jatropha seeds and Aviation Turbine Fuel. Jatropha is a drought resistant plant and also has medicinal properties. [28 Aug, 2018] 97. India's first Inter-state transmission system (ISTS) connected wind power commissioned in which state? - Gujarat (at Bhuj) [27 Aug, 2018] 98. The India Banking conclave 2018/ held at______? - New Delhi [27 Aug, 2018] 99. Which state government has increased free power units for SC/ST families? - Government of Telangana [27 Aug, 2018] 100. Who becomes the new Prime Minister of Australia? - Scott Morrison [27 Aug, 2018] 101. European space agency recently launched which satellite to track global winds? - Aeolus This satellite is part of the Copernicus project to track environment damage and assist disaster relief operations. This is a joint effort of European space agency and the European Union. [27 Aug, 2018] 102. India signed second protocol amending comprehensive economic cooperation agreement with which country to boost trade ties between two countries ? - Singapore [27 Aug, 2018] 103. "International Color Festival 2018" is hosted by which Indian state? - Jharkhand [26 Aug, 2018] 104. "5 Thematic Reports" on sustainable development in Indian Himalayan Region is launched by ______? - NITI AYOG [26 Aug, 2018] 105. Which Small Finance Bank launched overdraft facility for MSME's? - Ujjivan Small Finance Bank [26 Aug, 2018] 106. Which Indian-American scientist has found a simple way to predict the Inflammatory Bowel Disease? - Chandar Mohan [26 Aug, 2018] 107. Who heads the 5G steering committee which submitted its report to Department of Telecommunication " Making India 5G Ready"? - A.J. Paulraj Who heads the 5G steering committee which submitted its report to Department of Telecommunication " Making India 5G Ready"? [26 Aug, 2018] 108. 9th edition of Mountain Echoes Litrary festival 2018 held at______? - Bhutan [26 Aug, 2018] 109. Who has been appointed as chairman of the Department of Defence Research and Development (DRDO) for 2 years? - Dr.G.Satheesh Reddy [26 Aug, 2018] 110. Who has been selected for J.C.Bose fellowship of Department of Science and Technology? - Appa Rao. Podile [26 Aug, 2018] 111. Who has been appointed as chairman of the panel to decide Vedanta's plea by National Green Tribunal? - S.J.Vazifdar [26 Aug, 2018]

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112. Which state Government approved the proposal for the Legislative Council? - Government of Odisha Under Art 169 of Constitution, if the Legislative Assembly of that state passes a resolution by special majority, Parliament may by law create or abolish the Second chamber. Total strength of Legislative Council shall not exceed 1/.3 of the total number of members in Legislative Assembly of that state and shall not be less than 40 in no case. 1/3 members of Legislative Council elected by members of Legislative Assembly, 1/3 by electorates consisting of municipalities, district boards, and other local authorities, 1/2 by electorates consisting of teachers, 1/12th by registered graduates, remaining members are nominated by Governor. 1/3rd members of Legislative Council retire after every two years. [26 Aug, 2018] 113. Who wins the gold medal in Men's Double Tennis event at 18th Asian games 2018 in Jakarta? - Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan [24 Aug, 2018] 114. In which state country's biggest Techno-Hub " Bhamashah Techno-Hub" is launched? - Rajasthan Bhamashaha is country's largest business incubator equipped with ultra-modern technology. [24 Aug, 2018] 115. Which country won the gold medal in women's kabaddi final at Asian Games 2018? - Iran [24 Aug, 2018] 116. Who has been appointed as brand ambassador of Sanjay Gandhi National Park based in Mumbai - Ravina Tondon [24 Aug, 2018] 117. Which is India's nodal agency which deals with cybersecurity threats like hacking and phishing? - CERT-In CERT-In: Indian Computer Emergency Response Team According to the recent report of CERT-In 35% of Cyber attacks on official Indian websites from China. The U.S. and Russia. [24 Aug, 2018] 118. Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) is the strategic dialogue between which countries to counter China's aggressive behavior in the Indo-Pacific region? - India, Japan, Australia and U.S. [24 Aug, 2018] 119. "Paytm" has partnered with which company to launch Artificial Intelligence-based cloud computing platform " Paytm Al cloud"? - Alibaba [24 Aug, 2018] 120. Which Indian company crossed Rs 8 Triilion market cap? - Reliance Industries [24 Aug, 2018] 121. Which airport of India has been ranked as the 2nd fastest growing among the top 20 airports in the world? - Kempegowda International Airport (Bengaluru) [24 Aug, 2018] 122. "Beyond the lines" is the autobiography of which renowned person? - Kuldip Nayar [24 Aug, 2018] 123. Government of Odisha has tiedup with which country for make in Odisha 2018? -Japan [24 Aug, 2018] 124. Which Indian women cricketer announced her retirement from T20 international format? - Jhulan Goswami [24 Aug, 2018] 125. Which organization has launched the world first Blockchain Bond? - World Bank The blockchain is a technology that helps in record keeping using Cryptography technique, a secure method of writing digital codes. [24 Aug, 2018] 126. NASA space agency recently confirmed the presence of Ice on Moon by using the data of which spacecraft? - Chandrayaan-I Chandrayaan-I was launched by iSRO in 2008. [23 Aug, 2018] 127. Which Indian state for the first time will organize the 2018 Men's Hockey world cup? - Odisha at kalinga In 2014 Men's Hockey world cup was hosted by Netherland. Winner of 2014 Men's Hockey world cup- Australia(3rd time) by defeating Netherland. [23 Aug, 2018] 128. Who becomes the first Indian woman to win a gold medal in 25m pistol shooting at Asian games? - Rahi Sarnobat [23 Aug, 2018]

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129. Where world largest 3D printed reef installed to help Coral Reefs survive a warming climate? - Maldives [23 Aug, 2018] 130. Union Government has unveiled the draft International Air connectivity (IAF) Scheme which envisages______? - To increase international ticketing to 20 crore by 2027 [23 Aug, 2018] 131. Kuldip Nayar associated with which field, who passed away recently? -Journalism [23 Aug, 2018] 132. Name Iran's indigenously built domestic fighter jet? -Kowsar(River in Paradise) [23 Aug, 2018] 133. Who becomes the first Indian woman to win a gold medal in women's 50kg freestyle wrestling at Asian Games? - Vinesh Phogat [22 Aug, 2018] 134. Union Ministry of Earth Sciences has proposed to setup a Cyclone warning centre in ____? - Thiruvananthapuram [22 Aug, 2018] 135. which city will host the "International Buddhist Conclave 2018 " organised by Ministry of Tourism? - New Delhi [22 Aug, 2018] 136. National Sadbhavana Diwas is observed on which day? - 20th Aug [22 Aug, 2018] 137. International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the victims of Terrorism is observed on which day? - 21 Aug [22 Aug, 2018] 138. " 281 and Beyond" is the autobiography of ______? - VVS Laxman [22 Aug, 2018] 139. "No-Spin" is autonbiography of ______? - Shane Warne [22 Aug, 2018] 140. First Ever IAF-RMAF a joint Air exercise between which two countries? - India and Malaysia [22 Aug, 2018] 141. Which educational institute has decided to setup Aditya Choubey Centre for Re-Water Research to treat and Convert sewage water into potable water? - IIT Kharagpur [22 Aug, 2018] 142. Which five northern states and 2 U.T. setup a Central Secretariat at Panchkula to tackle drug menace? - States- Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan U.T. Delhi and Chandigarh [22 Aug, 2018] 143. Chhattisgarh government in memory of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, approved the proposal to rename state's new capital Naya Raipur as ______? - Atal Nagar [22 Aug, 2018] 144. Indian Government put ban on import of which item______? - Pet Coke India is the largest consumer of Petcoke and imports Petcoke from the U.S. Petcoke emits more greenhouse gases than coal [22 Aug, 2018] 145. Who bagged the gold medal in Men's 10 m Air Pistol event at 18th Asian Games in Indonesia? - Saurabh Chaudhary Abhishek Verma won a bronze medal in Men's 10 m Air Pistol event at 18th Asian Games in Indonesia [22 Aug, 2018] 146. Which Australian Cricketer announces his retirement from all form of Cricket? -Mitchell Johnson [21 Aug, 2018] 147. Name the former United Nations Secretary General and Nobel Prize winner in 2001, who passed away recently? - Kofi Atta Annan He is a diplomat from Ghana and served as 7th Secretary General of United Nations from 1997 to 2006. [21 Aug, 2018] 148. Wrestler Bajrang Punia wins India's first gold Medal at Asian games 2018 in which category? - In Men's freestyle 65 Kg category [21 Aug, 2018] 149. MD Ranganath resigned as Chief Financial Officer of which software company? - Infosys [21 Aug, 2018] 150. Who will be the next chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board? - Ehsan Mani [21 Aug, 2018] 151. The ten-day Historic Esala Maha Perehera festival begins in which country? - Sri Lanka Historic Esala Maha Perehera festival is a Buddhist festival to commemorate first teaching given by Buddha after attaining enlightenment. [21 Aug, 2018]

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152. External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj inaugurates Panini Language laboratory in which Country? - Mauritius [21 Aug, 2018] 153. World Humanitarian Day is observed on which date______? - 19th Aug "NotATarget" campaign is launched on World Humanitarian Day 2018. [21 Aug, 2018] 154. Name the indigenously developed Anti-Tank Guided Missile, successfully tested at Pokhran range? - HELINA indigenously developed guided bombs -Smart Anti-Airfield Weapon(SAAW) also successfully tested. [21 Aug, 2018] 155. S.S Mundra has been appointed as Independent Director of which housing financing company? - India Bulls Housing Finance Company [21 Aug, 2018] 156. Who has been awarded with U.S. "Legion of Merit 2018" award? -General Dalbir Singh Suhag [21 Aug, 2018] 157. Which state government has launched its own Disaster Response Force? -Government of Telangana [21 Aug, 2018] 158. Who has been awarded the prestigious WHO World No Tobacco Day 2018 award? - Mr. S. K. Arora [21 Aug, 2018] 159. According to Receivable Exchange of India which public Sector Enterprise becomes the first to make a transaction on TReDS Platform? - Hindustan Aeronautics Limited TReDS Platform act like a catalyst in the growth of MSME's. TReDS Platform an online mechanism for the financing of trade receivable of MSME's through multiple financiers [21 Aug, 2018] 160. Who becomes the first tennis player to complete a golden Masters? - Novak Djokovic Novak Djokovic wins over Roger Federer in Cincinnati Masters [21 Aug, 2018] 161. Which state launched Biju Swasthya kalyan Yojana, Scheme? - Odisha Under this scheme, secondary and Tertiary cashless healthcare assistance up to Rs 5 lakh per family per annum and women beneficiaries can get up to Rs 7 lakh health cover. [19 Aug, 2018] 162. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced to launch which health care programme on Sep 25, birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay? Pradhan- Mantri Jan Arohya Abhiyan(Ayshman Bharat) This scheme will provide health cover of Rs 5 lakh per family annually, benefiting more than 10 crore poor families. [19 Aug, 2018] 163. Panel set up by FSSAI to review red labeling Draft will be headed by ______? - B. Sesikeren He is former Director of National Institute of Nutrition [19 Aug, 2018] 164. Special film festival themed " Freedom Struggle and Freedom Fighters" organized by______? - Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Film festival themed " Freedom Struggle and Freedom Fighters" Held at Mumbai [19 Aug, 2018] 165. Who becomes World's highest paid female actress? - Scarlett Johansson [19 Aug, 2018] 166. Name India's first mission to study the Sun to be launched in 2019? - Adity- L1 Mission Lagrangian Point- Where the attraction by the Sun and Earth becomes equal that point is called Lagrangian Point. Aditya-L1 will be inserted around the Lagrangian Point. [19 Aug, 2018] 167. Where India's first Humboldt Penguin born on Independence day?At - Byculla Zoo,Maharashtra Humboldt Current(Peru Current) is cold water current that flows the western coast of South America and Penguin is named after Cold current it swims in [19 Aug, 2018] 168. What is Indian football team ranking as per latest FIFA World ranking 2018? - 96th France ranked first in FIFA world ranking [19 Aug, 2018] 169. Name the Space-flight programme that Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced to send an astronaut to space in the year 2022? - Gaganyaan India will become the fourth nation to do so after US, Russia and China [19 Aug, 2018] 170. Who has been awarded with Directors Guild of America 2018 ? - Ang lee [18 Aug, 2018]

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171. Who creates history by winning India first medal at UCI Junior Track cycling world championship in Aigle, Switzerland? - Escow Alben He wins Silver Medal in UCI Junior Track cycling world championship [18 Aug, 2018] 172. Which Pakistan Cricketer banned for 10 years for spot-fixing? - Nasir Jamshed [18 Aug, 2018] 173. Which state will observe September as "Month of Nutrition"? - Rajasthan [18 Aug, 2018] 174. Who has been re-elected as President of Mali? - Ibrahim Boubacar keita The capital of Mali- Bamako [18 Aug, 2018] 175. K.S.Srinivas has been appointed as Chairman of ______? -Marine Products Export Development Authority [18 Aug, 2018] 176. Who has been elected as Chair of International Nitrogen Initiative? - Nandula Raghuram [18 Aug, 2018] 177. Who has taken oath as 22nd Prime Minister of Pakistan? - Imran Khan Imran Khan belongs to Tehreek-e-Insaf Party President of Pakistan- Mamnoon Hussain [18 Aug, 2018] 178. International Conference on Recent Advances in Food Processing Technology(iCRAFPT) 2018 held at______? - Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology, Thanjavur (Tamilnadu) [18 Aug, 2018] 179. Which country hosted 11th World Hindi Conference? - Mauritius World Hindi Conference held once in three years. First World Hindi Conference was held in Nagpur in 1975. 10th World Hindi Conference 2015 held at Bhopal The theme of this year World Hindi Conference: Vaishvik Hindi Aur Bhartiya Sanskriti [18 Aug, 2018] 180. Bharti Axa life insurance company entered into alliance with which company to offer Pardhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana(PMJJBY)? - Airtel Payment Bank [18 Aug, 2018] 181. Which telecom company has launched VOIP based WINGS service? - Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited(BSNL) This service offers unlimited free audio and video calling for one year with one-time fee of Rs 1099 [18 Aug, 2018] 182. Who has been appointed head Coach of Indian women Cricket team? - Ramesh powar [17 Aug, 2018] 183. Who has becomes 53rd Chess Grandmaster from India - Nihal Sarin [17 Aug, 2018] 184. Which Famous Indian Cricketer has passed away recently, who has been awarded with Padma Shri in 1972? - Ajit Wadekar [17 Aug, 2018] 185. Who has been given additional charge of Chhathisgarh, following the death of Balramji dass tandon (Governor of Chhathisgarh)? - Anandiben Patel (Madhya pardesh Governor) [17 Aug, 2018] 186. Initiative that will enable collection and conversion of used oil to bio-diesel is launched by ? - Food Safety and standard authority of India [17 Aug, 2018] 187. SIMBEX Maritime bilateral exercise Between which two Countries? - India and Singapore SIMBEX- Singapore India Maritime Bilateral Exercise This year SIMBEX 25th anniversary held annualy since 1994. [17 Aug, 2018] 188. Which state launched Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana scheme ? - Odisha Under this scheme all secondary and tertiary cashless health care Assistance is 5 lakh per family per annum and women beneficiaries can get upto Rs. 7 lakh health cover [17 Aug, 2018] 189. Who has been appointed as Brand Ambesder of Road safety Campaigns in India by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari - Akshay kumar [17 Aug, 2018] 190. Which city hosted the 24th world congress of Phiosophy? - Beijing (China) Theme- Learning To be Human World Congress of Philosophy is a global meeting philosophers held every year [17 Aug, 2018] 191. According to Global liveability index 2018 which city names as world most livable city? - Vienna (Austria) [17 Aug, 2018]

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192. Who tops BBC's Women list who changed the World's? - Marie Curie She was the first women to win Nobel Prize in Physics [16 Aug, 2018] 193. Mahadayi Water Disputes Tribunal has delivered its final verdict on Mahadayi river which is a tussle over the sharing of water between states? - Karnataka, Goa and Maharashtra Mahadayi River is the lifeline of Goa which originates from Bhimgad In the Western Ghats in the state of Karnataka. Tributary of Mahadayi River- Mapusa [16 Aug, 2018] 194. V.S. Naipaul,who passed away recently won the Nobel Prize in ______? - 2001 He received Nobel Prize for book "Half a life" [16 Aug, 2018] 195. Union Government has unlocked funds worth Over Rs 66000 for what purpose? - To increase Forest Cover of Country [16 Aug, 2018] 196. Nepal-India literature festival 2018 hosted by which city? - Birgunj (Nepal) Prime Minister of Nepal - Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli President of Nepal- Bidhya Devi Bhandari [16 Aug, 2018] 197. Who takes the charge as Chief Justice of Delhi High Court? - Rajendra Menon Who takes the charge as Chief Justice of Delhi High Court? [16 Aug, 2018] 198. Who wins "The Hindu Playwright award 2018"? - Annie Zaidai Annie Zaidai awarded "The Hindu Playwright award 2018" for her play Untitled-I [16 Aug, 2018] 199. Which state's High Court declares itself legal guardian of Cows in the state? -Uttarakhand High Court [16 Aug, 2018] 200. NITI AYOG's Initiative "Ptich to Move" aims at______?To - provide budding entrepreneurs of India a unique opportunity NITI AYOG launches "PITCH TO MOVE" programme in collaboration with invest India and Society of Indian Automatic Manufactures. [16 Aug, 2018] 201. Government of which country has decided to recommence the adoption programmee with India? - Government of Australia This programme will now enable a large number of prospective adoptive parents in fulfilling their desire of adopting a child from India. [16 Aug, 2018] 202. Who takes charge as Chief Justice of Odisha High Court? -Justice Kalpesh Satyendra Jhaveri [15 Aug, 2018] 203. What was the tenure of Somnath Chatterjee, former Lok Sabha speaker, who passed away recently? - 2004-2009 [15 Aug, 2018] 204. India will launch its 2nd Lunar Mission " Chandrayaan-2" on______? - 3rd Jan 2019 " Chandrayaan-2" will be launched onboard GSLV MK-3. The lender on " Chandrayaan-2" Mission will be named as Vikram after Vikram Sarabhai, father of Indian Space Programme Chairman of ISRO- K. Sivan Headquarter- Bengaluru, Karnataka [15 Aug, 2018] 205. Where in India full fledged Space Technology Research Centers will be established? In- North India it will be established at Jammu and function under the aegis of Central University of Jammu. In North East India it will be established at Tripura,function under aegis of NIT Agartala [15 Aug, 2018] 206. Which city tops the "Ease of Living Index" 2018 released by Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs? - Pune Rampur in UP ranked the worst [15 Aug, 2018] 207. Who lifts the Roger Cup held in Toronto? - Rafael Nadal He beats Stefanos Tsitsipas [15 Aug, 2018] 208. Balramji Das Tandon, who passed away recently was governor of which state? - Chhattisgarh [15 Aug, 2018] 209. Who has been appointed as Chairperson of Appellate Tribunal for Electricity? Manjula- Chellur [15 Aug, 2018]

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210. In pursuit of achieving greater heights in field of Mountaineering, Indian Army plan to climb______? - Mt. Makalu and Mt.Kamet Mt. Makalu, fifth highest peak in the world at the border of Nepal and China. Mt. Kamet is India's 3rd highest peak after Kanchanjenga and Nanda Devi. Mt.Kamet is piece of Zaskar Range that lies between Suru River and Upper Karnali River. [15 Aug, 2018] 211. Delhi Metro has put in service a six coach special train for what purpose? -To spread the message of patriotism [15 Aug, 2018] 212. Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu approves a proposal for setting up______? -Water Aerodromes Sight Chosen under first phase Chilika Lake in Odisha and Sardar Sarovar Dam and Sabarmati River Front Gujarat [15 Aug, 2018] 213. Which scheme has been launched by Ministry of Tourism to develop theme based Tourist Circuit in the country? - Swadesh Darshan North East Circuit: Imphal and Khongjom is the first project under Swadesh Darshan Scheme Sites covered under this scheme: Kangla Fort and Khongjom Kangla fort most important historic and archaeological site is located in Imphal. Kangla Fort severed as the seat of Manipur's power till 1891 [14 Aug, 2018] 214. According to Survey of Quality Council of India which Indian Railway Station emerged as cleanliest among major stations? - Jodhpur Railway station (Northan Western Railway) [14 Aug, 2018] 215. India's first all Women Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team for anti Terrorists operations inducted in which state/UT Police? - Delhi Police [14 Aug, 2018] 216. Which state introduced "Tatkal Sewa" an initiative for property registration? - Punjab [14 Aug, 2018] 217. Where India's first Genetic Bank for Wildlife Conservation is located? Hyderabad- At laboratory for Conservation of Endangered Species(LaCONES) [13 Aug, 2018] 218. Which bank become India's first bank by introducing Iris technology for Aadhaar based transactions? - Axis bank Iris technology is completely contactless providing up to 98% authentication. [13 Aug, 2018] 219. EXIM bank signs MoU with which bank to undertake collaborate research in Blockchain Technology/Distributed Ledger? - BRICS Development Bank [13 Aug, 2018] 220. Who become the youngest Indian win maiden Asian Tour Title? Indian- Golfer Viraj Madappa Earlier this record was held by Indian Golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar [13 Aug, 2018] 221. Which Indian tribal language has become the first to get own Wikipedia edition in its own Ol Chiki script? - Santhali [13 Aug, 2018] 222. Which country opens its visa application centre in Kolkata for tourists from west Bengal? - Israel [13 Aug, 2018] 223. Who takes charge as chief Justice of patna High Court? - Justice Mukesh R Shah Bihar Governor Satya Pal Malik administered the oath of office to Justice Mukesh R Shah [13 Aug, 2018] 224. Which space craft has been launched by NASA, US space agency "to touch the Sun"? - Solar Parker Probe This spacecraft is named after Astrophysicist Eugene Parker, who described Solars Wind. [13 Aug, 2018] 225. World Elephant day is observed on which day______? - 12 Aug [13 Aug, 2018] 226. International Youth day is observed on which day______? - 12 Aug Theme: Safe Space for Youth International youth day was instituted on 17 Dec 1999 by United Nation General Assembly [13 Aug, 2018]

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227. Who dedicates to nation a Bridge at Hussainiwal Border in Punjab? -Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman This bridge is only lifeline connecting Hussainiwala enclave with rest of country was demolished in 1971 Indo-Pak war. [13 Aug, 2018] 228. Which project has been launched by Ministry of Human Resource Development to ensure that every student in the country has access to best quality of education at affordable cost? - SWAYAM SWAYAM- Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds [12 Aug, 2018] 229. Which Country is hosting Pacific Endeavor 2018 (PE-18) Communication exercise? - Nepal PE-18 is under the multinational communication Interoperability Programme (MCIP) that enable military forces in Asia pacific region to collectively work in wake of Disaster [12 Aug, 2018] 230. Cabinet recently approves joint issue of postage stamps between India and______? -South Africa Theme- 20 Years of strategic partnership between India and South-Africa Joint issue depicts image of Deen Dyal Upadhaya and Oliver Reginald Tambo of South-Africa [12 Aug, 2018] 231. Name the professional Golfer from Australia, who passes away recently? - Jafford Layle [12 Aug, 2018] 232. Who is the author of the book " Bebak Baat"? - Shri Vijay Goel Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs [12 Aug, 2018] 233. How many additional battalions of National Disaster Response Force will be raised? - Four National Disaster Response Force created in 2006 to deal with natural and man-made disaster or threatening situation. [12 Aug, 2018] 234. Digital North East Mission 2022 that emphasizes leveraging digital technologies to transform lives of people of northeast is launched by? - Ravi Shankar, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology [12 Aug, 2018] 235. Exercise SCO Peace Mission 2018 will be conducted by______? Central- Military Commission of Russia from 22 Aug to 29 Aug Shanghai Cooperation Organisation was founded on 15th June 2001 in Shanghai, China by leaders of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgystan,Russia,Tajikistan and Uzbekistan India and Pakistan became full members of SCO on 9 June 2017 at Astana Summit, Kazakhstan SCO Summit 2018- China,Qingdao [12 Aug, 2018] 236. What is India's rank in Global Innovation Index 2018? - 57th India moved three places from 60th rank in 2017 to 57th Top ranked Country- Swtizerland(Since 2011) 2nd rank Country- Netherland 3rd Rank country- Sweden [12 Aug, 2018] 237. Who will be flag bearer for Indian Contingent at opening ceremony of Asian Games 2018? - Neeraj Chopra(Javelin Thrower) 18th Asian games 2018 (Jakarta Palembang 2018) will be held in Indonesia [12 Aug, 2018] 238. Who has been appointed as part time non-official Director of Central Board of RBI for period of Four Years? - Swaminathan Gurumurthy and Satish Kashinath Marathe They have been appointed under section 8(1) (C) of RBI Act 1934 [12 Aug, 2018] 239. India's leading digital payments company "PayU" has announced a strategic partnership for instant loan with company? - Reliance Money To reach out to underserved consumers in India "PayU" and Reliance Money enter into strategic partnership that will provide loan amount as low as Rs 100 and upto Rs 100000 with duration varying from 15 days to 24 months [12 Aug, 2018] 240. " Mydeal" online platform to raise funds via capital market's is launched by_____? - Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation [12 Aug, 2018] 241. Who will be the next UN Human Right Chief? - Michelle Bachelet She will succeed Jordian diplomat Zeid Ra'ad al Hussein. [12 Aug, 2018] 242. Which player announced his retirement from international Football?Mario - Gomez(Germany) [12 Aug, 2018]

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243. Indian human rights commission chairman ? - H L Dattu Sh. H L Dattu is Former Chief Justice of India [11 Aug, 2018] 244. Kerala human rights commission chairman ? - Justice Antony Dominic former Chief Justice, High Court of Kerala, is the present Chairman [11 Aug, 2018] 245. Who has been appointed as chairperson of National Commission for Women? Rekha- Sharma [11 Aug, 2018] 246. who is the Chairman of Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, whose term has been Extended for two years. - Ram Sewak Sharma [11 Aug, 2018] 247. Who takes charge as Chief Justice of Delhi Highcourt? - Justice Rajendra Menon Earlier Justice Rajendra Menon was chief Justice of Patna high court . Acting Chief Justice of Delhi high court Gita mittal has been appointed as Chief Justice of Jammu and Kashmir High court [11 Aug, 2018] 248. World Bio-fuel Day is observed on which day______? - 10th Aug To create awareness about non-fossil fuels(green fuels) 10th aug marks World Bio-fuel day. Also National Bio-fuel policy approved by union government has objective of reaching 20% ethanol blending and 5% bio-diesel blending by 2030. [11 Aug, 2018] 249. "One District One Product" inaugurated by President Ram Nath Kovind in which state? - Uttar Pradesh To boost trade of Micro,Small, and Medium Enterprises and provide employment to 25 lakh people in five years with financial assistance of 25000 Cr. [11 Aug, 2018] 250. World Handloom day is observed on which date______? - 7th Aug [10 Aug, 2018] 251. "Niryat Mitra" mobile app for exports and imports of country launched by Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry is developed by which organisation? -Federation of Indian Export Organisation Federation of Indian Export Organisation is largest export organisation of India. [10 Aug, 2018] 252. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced what amount as special assistance to OBC community to help them develop employment opportunity for youth? - 500 Cr [10 Aug, 2018] 253. Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve is in which state, recently added in UNESCO list of World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR)? - Sikkim With the addition of Khangchendzonga Bioshpere Reserve in list of international designated Biosphere Reserves total number becomes 11. NIlgiri Biosphere Reserve in Indian state of Tamilnadu is India's first Biosphere added in WNBR list in 2000.Total Biosphere Reserves in India is 18. To improve the relation between people and their environment Man and Biosphere programme is launched by UNESCO in 1971. [10 Aug, 2018] 254. Who is the winner of international Geography Bee Award? - Indian American High School Student Avi Goel [10 Aug, 2018] 255. Which state Celebrate Aug 9 as Adivasi Diwas? - Madhya Pradesh [10 Aug, 2018] 256. Nation Celebrates 76th anniversary of which Indian movement ______? Quit- India Movement It was launched on 8 Aug 1942 at Bombay Session of All India Congress Committee by Mahatma Gandhi during World War II. [10 Aug, 2018] 257. International day of World's Indigenous People is observed on which date______? - Aug 9th Theme: Indigenous People migration and movement [10 Aug, 2018] 258. S.Gopakumar appointed as Director and General Manager of _____?United - India Insurance Company [10 Aug, 2018] 259. Under which Article of India Constitution Deputy chairman of Rajya Sabha is elected ? -Art 89 of Indian Constitution [10 Aug, 2018] 260. Who has been elected as Deputy chairperson of Rajya Sabha ______? - Harivansh Narayan Prof. P.J. Kurein was last Deputy Chairperson. [10 Aug, 2018]

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261. "RCEP" term recently in news stands for ______? -Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership A 16 member RCEP Group(10 member states of ASEAN + 6 states with which ASEAN's has Free Trade Agreement) launched formally at ASEAN Summit 2012 at Cambodia aims to boost goods trade by eliminating most tariff and Non-tariff barriers. [10 Aug, 2018] 262. World's 1st Thermal battery plant unveiled in which state? - Andhra Pradesh [10 Aug, 2018] 263. Chief Minister Manohar Parikar flagged off Goa Tourism which app based Cab service? - GoaMiles [09 Aug, 2018] 264. GoI ,NABARD and NWDA revised MoA for funding of Central share of how many prioritized irrigation projects under Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojnaa(PMKSY) through Long Term Irrigation Fund(LTIF)? - 99 To ensure completion of projects in budget 2016-17 Union Ministry of Finance created Long Term Irrigation Fund(LTIF) in NABARD with initial corpus of Rs20000Cr. NWDA- National Water Development Agency [09 Aug, 2018] 265. "RISECREEK" First indigenous microprocessor is developed by which Indian Institute? - IIT- Madras It is family of Six industry standard microprocessor under Project Shakti. [09 Aug, 2018] 266. Rajinder Kumar Dhawan associated with which political party,who passed away recently? - Indian National Congress [09 Aug, 2018] 267. National Highway Authority of India signed pact for a long term unsecured loan to tune Rs 25000 Cr with which bank? - State Bank of India [09 Aug, 2018] 268. Name the first Indian who has been appointed as council member in ICANN panel Country Code Name Supporting Organisation? - Ajay Data Founder and CEO of Data XGen Plus [09 Aug, 2018] 269. Mt.Manirang is highest mountains of which Indian state, recently in news? Himachal- Pradesh To commemorate Silver jubilee of 1993 Women Everest Expedition, an all women expedition team has began its journey to Mt.Manirang. [09 Aug, 2018] 270. Which state's heritage buildings transformation into "economical assets" for their upkeep on regular basis? - Rajasthan [09 Aug, 2018] 271. Mobile Apps Namely DND 2.0 and My Call with UMANG Platform launched by______? - Telecom Regulatory Authority of India(TRAI) App DND 2.0 allow smart phone user to report spam messages or calls. App Mycall helps users to rate voice call quality in real time. UMANG- Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance developed by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and National E-Governance division to promote digital India Programme. [09 Aug, 2018] 272. M.Karunanidhi, Leader of DMK and former Chief Minister of Tamilnadu, who passed away recently also called as______? - Kalaignar(Scholar of Arts) [09 Aug, 2018] 273. Portal Bidder Information Management System and Bhoomi Rashi launched by ______? - Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways [09 Aug, 2018] 274. Aug 8 marks 30th anniversary of which uprising ______? - 8888 Uprising 8888 Uprising is a Civil unrest in Burma(Maynmar) that peaked in Aug1988. [08 Aug, 2018] 275. Government has launched which programme to reduce gap between Scientific Research and its Industrial application to increase efficacy? - Start-up India's Academia Alliance Programme [08 Aug, 2018] 276. NITI AYOG has identified how many districts as "Aspirational Districts under Rashtriya Uchchtar Shikha Abhyan (RUSA)? - 117 [08 Aug, 2018] 277. 51st ASEAN Foreign Minister meeting held at______? - Singapore [08 Aug, 2018] 278. Which country lifts the title of Women's Hockey World Cup 2018? - Netherland Netherland wins 8th Women's Hockey World Cup by defeating Ireland. [08 Aug, 2018]

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279. President Ram Nath Kovind inaugurates "Festival of Democracy to mark conclusion of diamond jubilee of which state legislative assembly? - Kerala legislative assembly [08 Aug, 2018] 280. Union Minister Hardeep S.Puri launched the official trailer of which bollywood movie under the Aegis of Swachh Bharat Mission? - Halka [08 Aug, 2018] 281. Saudi Arabia recently freezes trade with which country? - Canada [08 Aug, 2018] 282. Who inaugurated the NITI AYOG's International Conference on "Sustainable Growth through Material recycling in New Delhi? - Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways [08 Aug, 2018] 283. Which country successfully tests first hypersonic air craft Xingkong2(Starry sky 2)? -China [08 Aug, 2018] 284. Virat Kohli replaces whom to become world’s top ranked test batsman?Steve - Smith(Australia) [08 Aug, 2018] 285. Who became the first Indian to win International Contribution Award? - K. Anvar Sadath [07 Aug, 2018] 286. Delhi has toppled which state to become "Most Investor Friendly" according to state investment potential index (N-SIPI)? - Gujarat [07 Aug, 2018] 287. Which state bans commercial use of elephants recently? - Uttarakhand [07 Aug, 2018] 288. Who wins the title of Masterchef Australia 2018? - Sashi Cheliah [07 Aug, 2018] 289. "Swachh Mev jayate" campaign launched by which state? - Karnataka [07 Aug, 2018] 290. "Shaur Nahin" Mobile app launched by which state to curb noise pollution? Himachal- Pradesh [07 Aug, 2018] 291. Japan overtakes which country to become world's 2nd largest stock market? - China U.S. stands first in the list of world's biggest market for stocks. [07 Aug, 2018] 292. Under which scheme government approves 122 new research projects worth over Rs.112 cr? - IMPRINT-2 IMPRINT- Impacting research innovation and Technology [07 Aug, 2018] 293. Indian railway station Mughal Sarai is renamed as______? -Deen Dayal Upadhaya railway station [07 Aug, 2018] 294. Which Indian player won his first Maiden European Tour Title? -Indian Golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar [06 Aug, 2018] 295. Which country has been re-elected at President of Asia pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development for 2 years? - India Headquarter of Asia pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development is at- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia [06 Aug, 2018] 296. World's first Inter-Tidal Art Gallery called Coralarium opened in which country? -Maldives [06 Aug, 2018] 297. Under which scheme target of distributing 5 crore cooking gas connections achieved______? - Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana This scheme is launched on 1st May 2016 and implemented through Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. [06 Aug, 2018] 298. Which state become 1st in the country to have Umbrella organisation to revive Urban Co- operative banking? - Gujarat [06 Aug, 2018] 299. 'Maitree 2018' joint military exercise will be conducted between which two countries? - India and Thailand [06 Aug, 2018] 300. Name the Indian-Origin Mathematician who received Field Medal 2018 award? -Akshay Venkatesh [06 Aug, 2018] 301. Where country's first National Sports University will be opened at _____? -Manipur [06 Aug, 2018]

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302. Who won Women's Single title in World Badminton champion 2018?Carolina - Marin(Spain) P.V. Sindhu won silver medal. [06 Aug, 2018] 303. Who won Men's Single title in World Badminton champion 2018? - Kento Momota (Japan) [06 Aug, 2018] 304. Telecom regulatory authority of india recommended the setting up of Rs 1000 cr fund with aim to achieve net zero imports of telecommunications equipment by______? -2022 [06 Aug, 2018] 305. Japan marked 73rd anniversary on 6th Aug for______? - Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima in WWII Attack on Hiroshima on 6th Aug and Nagasaki on 9th Aug [06 Aug, 2018] 306. Government of Telangana signed MoU with which company to launch India's First Blockchain district? - Tech Mahindra [04 Aug, 2018] 307. Which company became the world's Publicly traded company to be valued at USD 1 Trillion? - Apple [04 Aug, 2018] 308. Name the new deposit scheme launched by Karnataka Vikas Grammena Bank? Vikas- Bonaza 456 [04 Aug, 2018] 309. "WOW" (Wellness for Women) app launched by ______? - FICCI ladies organisation [04 Aug, 2018] 310. SAATHI Initiative launched by which Union Ministry______? - Ministry of Textiles SAATHI- Sustainable and Accelerated Adoption of Efficient Textile Technologies to help Small Industries. [04 Aug, 2018] 311. Javed Aktar bestowed with which award______? - Shalaka Samman , Highest Honour of Hindi Sahitya Academy. [04 Aug, 2018] 312. Who became the 6th Indian woman Tennis player to crack the top 200 ranking in singles in WTA chart? - karman Kaur Thandi She ranked 195th in WTA [04 Aug, 2018] 313. Emmerson Mnangagwa has been re-elected as the President of Which country? - Zimbabwe [04 Aug, 2018] 314. 141st Birth Anniversary of which Indian freedom fighter is observed on Aug2______? - Pingali Venkayya He was designer of Indian National Flag. [04 Aug, 2018] 315. 123rd constitutional amendment bill recently passsed will provide constitutional status to which body? - National commission for Backward Classses National commission for backward classes was setup in 1993 on verdict of Indira Sawhney(Mandal Commission). [04 Aug, 2018] 316. Every year Aug1 to Aug 7 is observed as ______? - World Breastfeeding week Nation wide programme called MAA- mother's Absolute Affection launched by Health MInistry to bring undiluted focus on promotion of breast feeding. [04 Aug, 2018] 317. "Mukhya Mantri Yuva Nestham" scheme to provide financial help to unemployed youth is launched by which state? - Andhra Pradesh Under this scheme Rs 1000 per month to unemployed youth. [04 Aug, 2018] 318. "Mukhya Mantri Yuva Nestham" scheme to provide financial help to unemployed youth is launched by which state? - Andhra Pradesh [04 Aug, 2018] 319. Ballistic Missile interceptor Advanced Area defence (AAD) indigenously developed by______? - DRDO [04 Aug, 2018] 320. Veteran jalees Sherwani associated with which field, who passed away recently? -Screen Writer [04 Aug, 2018]

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321. According to Morgan Stanley report India's GDP growth rate for financial year 2018-19______? - 7.5% [04 Aug, 2018] 322. "Move Hack" initiative to help find solutions to challenges in Transport and Road safety launched by______? - Niti Ayog [04 Aug, 2018] 323. Tagline Invaluable Treasures of Incredible India for Geographical Indication to increase awareness about ntellectual property rights (IPRs) launched by which ministry? Ministry- of Commerece and Industry Currently 320 products conferred with GI status in India with Karnataka 38GI, 32 Maharashtra, Tamilnadu-25 GI [03 Aug, 2018] 324. Who Will host Investors Conference for Holistic Development of islands? - Niti Ayog at New Delhi CEO Amitabh kant [03 Aug, 2018] 325. Focal, a Dedicated Portal Launched by Inland waterways authority of India will Connect? - Cargo owners and shippers [03 Aug, 2018] 326. Who Launched Seva Bhoj Yojana, a new Scheme to Provide Financial on Purchase of Specific Food itemsby Charitable Religious Inititutions for Distrubution among people? - Union Ministry Of Culture [03 Aug, 2018] 327. India Imposeal 25% safegaured Duty on Solar cells imports on which Countries for two years? - China and Malaysia [03 Aug, 2018] 328. which State Launched Mobile Distribution Scheme Mobile Tihar? - Chhattisgarh This Scheme is under Sanchar Kranti Yojana [03 Aug, 2018] 329. Who become the 1st Asian teen to swim UK-France Channel? - Prabhat Kohli [02 Aug, 2018] 330. World Day against Trafficking in person is observed on______? - 30 July Theme- Responding to the trafficking of children and young people [02 Aug, 2018] 331. Reliance beats which company to become India's most valued company? - TCS [02 Aug, 2018] 332. Which Public Sector Undertakings has signed MoU to manufacture Mining equipment Under "Make in India" intiative ? - Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) and Heavy Engineering Cooperation (HEC) [02 Aug, 2018] 333. Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman approved the acquisition of which missile system from U.S.? - National Advanced Surface to Air Missile System-II [02 Aug, 2018] 334. Which South Asian country status has been elevated by U.S. in the Export control regime and designated as strategic Trade Authorization (STA-1) country? - India Now India can buy more advanced and sensitive technologies from America. Total 36 Countries are in STA-1 list. [02 Aug, 2018] 335. "Gaofin-11" high resolution Earth observation satellite launched by which country? - China To provide data for Urban planning and road network design. [02 Aug, 2018] 336. Who has been awarded with Rajiv Gandhi Sadbhavana award 2018? Gopal- Krishna Gandhi, Former West Bengal Governor Gopal Krishna Gandhi awarded with Rajiv Gandhi Sadbhavana award 2018 for promotion of communal harmony. [02 Aug, 2018] 337. Which satellite is launched by NASA to search for planets outside our solar system? - Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) [02 Aug, 2018] 338. 3rd BRICS film festival held at______? - Durban,South Africa Indian winners in 3rd BRICS film festival Best Actress- Bhanita Das for Village Rockstar Best film- Newton by Amit Masurkar Special Jury award- Village Rockstar by Rima Dass [01 Aug, 2018] 339. 'Transforming Urban Landscape' convention held at______? - Uttar Pradesh [01 Aug, 2018] 340. Who will be the head of the committee setup by government to revive stressed thermal plant? - P.K. Sinha [01 Aug, 2018]

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341. Budget 2018 amended Central Road Fund Act 2000 to rename Central Road Fund as______? - Central Road and Infrastructural Fund Earlier it was under the domain of Ministry of Road Transport and Highway but after amendment it is brought under the domain of Finance Ministry. Purpose of this amendment is to use this fund to finance other infrastructural projects. This fund is basically a cess imposed on Petrol and diesel along with excise duty. [01 Aug, 2018] 342. Focus of Deep Ocean Mission launched by Ministry of Earth Sciences ______? -To boost India's sea exploration capabilities Exploration and exploitation of maritime non living resources of Ocean in international waters is regulated by United Nation body International Seabed Authority Headquarter of International Seabed Authority- Kingston,Jamaica. India re-elected as member of ISA in 2016. [01 Aug, 2018] 343. European Union decided to move the Headquarter of which bloc's from London to Spain? - Anti-Piracy Atlanta Patrol It was established by European Union in 2008 to fight brazen act of piracy off the coast of Somalia. [01 Aug, 2018] 344. First Nepal- India Think tank summit held at______? - Kathmandu,Nepal The aim of this summit is to strengthen bilateral relations between two countries. [01 Aug, 2018] 345. John Sankaramangalam, who recently passed away was associated with which field? - Veteran Filmmaker He was former Director of Film and Television Institute of India. [01 Aug, 2018] 346. Which state government has signed MoU for its first Cow Sanctuary ? - Rajasthan It will provide shelter to 10000 Cows. [01 Aug, 2018] 347. Name the software launched by government for editing text on scanned images? E-- Aksharayan Software will support seven Indian languages [01 Aug, 2018] 348. Where in India first ever international blockchain congress held? - Hyderabad [01 Aug, 2018] 349. Who has been appointed as CEO for HSBC India? - Surendra Rosha [01 Aug, 2018] 350. Which bank has been awarded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for best performing primary lending institute in credit linked subsidy scheme? - HDFC Bank [01 Aug, 2018] 351. Who won Hungarian Grand Prix 2018? - Lewis Hamilton [01 Aug, 2018] 352. Where in India first Mobile Open Exchange Zone (MOX) will be opened at? Noida,- UttarPradesh MOX will provide integrated platform to mobile manufacturers, research and development and allied activities. [01 Aug, 2018] 353. What is the aim of Meghalaya Milk Mission in Shillong launched by Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister? - To achieve centre's goal of doubling farmers income by 2022 through promotion milk business. Rs 215 Cr Meghalaya Milk Mission will be implemented through National Co-operatives Development Cooperation. [01 Aug, 2018] 354. What is India's rank in UN e-government Development Survey? - 96th India scored 0.56 just above the world average of 0.55 Denmark topped the Survey This survey aims to support transformations towards sustainable and resilient societies. [01 Aug, 2018]

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