11. Which country has recently permitted flights bound to UAE to fly through its air space, after Saudi Arabia?
[A] Qatar
[B] Oman
[C] Bahrain
[D] Egypt
Show Answer
Correct Answer: C [Bahrain]
Notes:
In a diplomatic move, Bahrain has permitted all flights coming to and departing from the United Arab Emirates to fly through its air space.
The decision was taken by the Civil Aviation Affairs department of the country after it has received a request from UAE. A similar announcement was made by the neighbouring country Saudi Arabia recently.
12. The Covid-19 RT-PCR test kits of which Indian company has received validation from Drug Controller of India?
[A] My Lab
[B] Swagene
[C] Aquitylabs
[D] Pfizer
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [My Lab]
Notes:
“Mylab”, a molecular diagnostic company based at Pune, became the first company in India to get Covid 19 test kits validated by Drug Controller of India.
The validation of the Reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) tests kits developed by the company has been validated by the National Institute of Virology.
13. Which rating agency estimated that that the annual GDP growth of India would contract by 10.5 per cent?
[A] Fitch Ratings
[B] S & P
[C] CRISIL
[D] ICRA
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [Fitch Ratings]
Notes:
As per the recent statement of the Fitch Ratings, the annual GDP growth of India is projected to contract more than 10.5 per cent.
Earlier, it had estimated that the GDP Growth would contract by 5 per cent in its June Global Economic Outlook (GEO). In its recent GEO, it has also highlighted that the Global Economy is projected to fall less than projected level.
14. Which Indian state has launched the first integrated Air ambulance service of South India?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Andhra Pradesh
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]
Notes:
The Chief Minister of Karnataka B.S. Yediyurappa has recently launched an Integrated Air ambulance service.
Being the first air ambulance from South India, it has German Isolation Pod to transport critical COVID-19 patients. It is developed by ICATT in coordination with an aviation technology firm. The service is expected to serve medical emergencies in spite of heavy road traffic.
15. Silver Lake is to invest around Rs 7500 crore in which India retail Giant?
[A] D-Mart
[B] Reliance Retail
[C] Future Retail
[D] Shoppers Stop
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Reliance Retail]
Notes:
American private equity firm Silver Lake is to invest around Rs 7500 crore in Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (RRVL).
Through this, Silver Lake will acquire 1.75% equity stake in Reliance Retail. Earlier, the US-based firm announced a USD 1.35 billion investment in Jio Platforms and this is the second billion-dollar investment by Silver Lake in the subsidiary of Reliance Industries.
16. The first ever Trilateral dialogue between India and which two nations in Indo-Pacific regions were held?
[A] Japan-China
[B] Sri Lanka-Bangladesh
[C] USA-UAE
[D] France-Australia
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [France-Australia]
Notes:
The first India-France-Australia Trilateral Dialogue was held in a virtual mode recently. The virtual meet was co-chaired by Harsh Vardhan Shringla, the Foreign Secretary of India.
The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation among the three countries in Indo-Pacific Region. Moreover, the participants discussed on economic and strategic challenges in the context of the COVID-19.
17. Which Indian bank has launched a programme for start-ups named ‘iStartup 2.0’?
[A] State Bank of India
[B] ICICI Bank
[C] HDFC Bank
[D] Axis Bank
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [ICICI Bank]
Notes:
Leading Private sector bank of India, ICICI Bank has launched an exclusive programme for start-ups named ‘iStartup2.0’.
Under this programme, a Current Account can be created for new businesses that are up to ten years old seamlessly. The Bank has integrated its APIs with the website of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and the account number is obtained at the time of incorporation.
18. Which Union Ministry launched ‘Climate Smart Cities Assessment Framework (CSCAF 2.0)’?
[A] Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change
[B] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[C] Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
[D] Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs]
Notes:
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the Climate Smart Cities Assessment Framework (CSCAF) 2.0.
The Climate Centre for Cities under National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) will implement the program. It aims to provide a plan for cities to combat Climate Change while implementing their actions. He also launched a pedestrian-friendly program ‘Streets for People Challenge’.
19. Which state / UT has commenced grievance redressal system named i-grams?
[A] Delhi
[B] Uttrakhand
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Jammu and Kashmir
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [Jammu and Kashmir]
Notes:
Jammu & Kashmir has announced the commencement of a public grievance redressal system named JK i-grams.
It stands for Jammu and Kashmir integrated grievance redress and monitoring system. The system is started on a pilot basis in Srinagar, Jammu and in Reasi. By 2nd October, the state is expected to include all villages in the system.
20. Which Indian Movie has won the “Best Screen Play” award at the Venice Film Festival 2020?
[A] Hellaro
[B] Son Rise
[C] Uri
[D] The Disciple
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [The Disciple]
Notes:
Marathi language movie ‘The Disciple’ has won the Best Screenplay award at Venice Film Festival. The film is directed by Chaitanya Tamhane.
The movie describes the personal and professional experiences of a Hindustani classical singer. It also bagged the prestigious FIPRESCI award. “Nomadland”, directed by Chloe Zhao won the “Golden Lion” award in the file festival.