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1. Recently who has been appointed as the new Chief Election Commissioner (ECI) of India?

- Rajiv Kumar

• On 15 May 2022, Rajiv Kumar has been appointed as the new Chief Election Commissioner of India in place of outgoing Chief Election Commissioner Sushil Chandra.
• Rajiv Kumar was earlier posted as the Election Commissioner of India.
• Election Commission of India
• The Election Commission of India consists of a Chief Election Commissioner and two Additional Election Commissioners.
• Chief Election Commissioner: Rajeev Kumar
• The other two election commissioners: 1.? 2. Anoop Chandra Pandey
• Establishment of Election Commission: 25 January 1950
• Headquarters: New Delhi

2. 'Asian Games 2022' has been postponed and decided to be held in 2023, in which country it is to be organized?

- China

• Due to the Kovid-19 epidemic, it was decided to postpone the 'Asian Games 2022' to be held in Hangzhou, China to 2023.
• Along with this, the postponement of 'World University Games 2021' has also been announced to be held in Chengdu, China in 2023.
• China Capital: Beijing
• Currency: Yuan or Renminbi
• President: Xi Jinping

3. Who has been honored with the 'World Food Prize' recently?

- Cynthia Rosenzweig

• Cynthia Rosenzweig, a NASA climate research scientist who has spent much of her career explaining how global food production must adapt to a changing climate, has been awarded the "World Food Prize".
• Cynthia Rosenzweig, agronomist, and climatologist has been awarded a $250,000 prize in recognition of her innovative modeling of the impact of climate change on food production.

4. Recently which state government has announced the launch of the "Shelly App" for diagnosis and control of lifestyle diseases?

- Kerala

• The Kerala government has announced the launch of an Android app - 'Shelly App' with an aim to diagnose and control lifestyle diseases among the people of the southern state.
• Kerala
• Capital: Thiruvananthapuram
• CM: Pinarayi Vijayan
• Governor: Arif Mohammad Khan

5. Recently in which country the world's biggest 'film revival project' has been launched?

- India

• The world's biggest 'film revival project' has been launched by the Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur.
• Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur said that an amount of Rs 363 crore has been allocated for the world's biggest film restoration project under the National Film Heritage Mission.
• The mission was launched in 2016 with an outlay of Rs 597 crore.
• It aims to preserve, restore and digitize the cinematic heritage.

6. Recently on which day the Border Roads Organization (BRO) has celebrated its 62nd Foundation Day?

- May 7

• Border Roads Organization (BRO) was established on 7 May 1960 as a premier road construction agency under the Ministry of Defense
• Border Roads Organization (BRO) Motto: Shraman Sarvam Sadhyam (Everything can be achieved through hard work)
• BRO works under the Ministry of Defense
• It develops and maintains road network with neighboring countries of India.
• BRO: Boarder Road Organization
• Established: 07 May 1960
• Director General: Lt. Gen. Rajeev Chaudhary

7. On which day 'World Athletics Day' has been celebrated recently?

- May 7

• World Athletics Day is celebrated every year on the 7th of May to raise awareness about athletics among the youth.

8. On which day "World Red Cross Day" has been celebrated recently?

- May 8

• "World Red Cross Day" is celebrated globally on 8 May every year. The day aims to broaden the public's understanding of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
• The first Red Cross Day was celebrated on 8 May 1948.
• The theme of "World Red Cross Day": "Be Human Kind"
• ICRC: International Committee of the Red Cross
• Established: 17 February 1863
• HQ: Geneva, Switzerland
• President: Peter Maurer

9. Recently which state government has launched an 'e-learning' scheme to distribute free tablets to students?

- Haryana

• Haryana government has launched an 'e-learning' scheme to provide free tablets and 2GB of internet data to the students of classes 10th and 12th.
• Haryana
• Capital: Chandigarh
• CM: Manohar Lal Khattar
• Governor: Bandaru Dattatreya

10. In which name investor awareness program has been launched recently?

- Market Ka Eklavya

• An investor awareness program named 'Market Ka Eklavya' of National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) has been launched by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
• What is 'National Securities Depositories Limited' (NSDL)?
• National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) is an Indian central securities depository under the jurisdiction of the Securities and Exchange Board of India based in Mumbai. It was incorporated in 1995 as the first electronic securities depository in India with national coverage. It was formally inaugurated on November 8, 1996.
• NSDL provides a Bucket of Services to Investors, Stock Brokers, Custodians, Issuing Companies, etc. through its nationwide network of Depository Participants or DPs and Digital Platforms.
• NSDL MD & CEO: Padmaja Chunduru

11. Recently which mountaineer has set the world record for the highest climb on Mount Everest?

- Kami Rita Sherpa

• Nepal's Kimi Rita Sherpa has created a new world record-breaking her own previous record by climbing Mount Everest for the 26th time.
• Mount Everest is located on the border of Nepal and China.
• Mount Everest is the highest mountain peak in the world.
• The total height of Mount Everest is 8848.86 meters in which an increase of 86 centimeters has been recorded recently.
• International Mount Everest Day is celebrated on 29 May.

12. Recently, the Pomai Naga tribe has declared Pomai populated areas as drug-free areas, this is the tribal area of ​​which state?

- Manipur

• The Pumai tribe is one of the major Naga tribes living in the hill district of Manipur.
• Recently the regional administration has declared their villages as drug-free zones to help the state government to curb the menace of drugs including illegal opium cultivation.
• Manipur
• Capital: Imphal
• Formation: 21 January 1972
• CM: N. Biren Singh
• Governor: La Ganesan

13. Where has recently been organized 'Utkarsh Mahotsav' to promote the Sanskrit language?

- New Delhi

• The three-day Utkarsh Mahotsav is being organized by the Central Sanskrit University in New Delhi.
• The objective of organizing Utkarsh Mahotsav is to promote the Sanskrit language across the country and beyond.

14. On which day "World Thalassemia Day" has been observed recently?

- May 8

• World Thalassemia Day is observed every year on 8 May.
• Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder in which the body fails to make enough hemoglobin, resulting in the weakening and destruction of red blood cells.
• The theme of "World Thalassemia Day" : "Be aware. share. Care: Working with the global community to improve Thalassemia knowledge" (Be Aware. Share. Care: Working with the global community as one to improve Thalassemia knowledge)

15. Recently 'Rajat Kumar Kar' has passed away, he was related to which field?

- Author

• Rajat Kumar Kar was a well-known Oriya writer who passed away recently due to health-related issues.
• 'Rajat Kumar Kar' has also been honored with Padma Shri in 2021.
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• 16. Who has recently won the title of 'Madrid Open 2022'?
• - Carlos Alcaraz
• Carlos Alcaraz defeated Alexander Zverev to win the Madrid Open 2022 title.
• Carlos Alcaraz, Spain, and Alexander Zverev are well-known tennis players from Germany.

17. Recently who has been appointed as the new Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)?

- Pushp Kumar Joshi

• Pushp Kumar Joshi, who recently took over as the interim chairman and managing director of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), has been appointed to the board of the country's third-largest oil refining and fuel marketing company.
• He has been selected by the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) in place of Mukesh Kumar Surana.
• HPCL: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited
• Founded: 1974
• HQ: Mumbai
• CMD: Pusp Kumar Joshi

18. What is the name of the huge cyclone that hit the Bay of Bengal recently?

- Asani

• Asani, a severe cyclonic storm in the Bay of Bengal, gusting to 120 kmph, gusting to 25 kmph, made general impact towards Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.
• The name "Asani" was given by Sri Lanka.

19. Recently, 7 years of Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) have been completed, in which year all these schemes were started?

- 2015

• Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMSBY), and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) were launched by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 9 May 2015 in Kolkata, West Bengal.

20. Recently who has been awarded the 'Pulitzer Prize 2022'?

- Danish Siddiqui

• Danish Siddiqui has been awarded the 'Pulitzer Prize 2022' posthumously.
• Apart from Danish Siddiqui, other Indian journalists, Adnan Abidi, Sanna Irshad Mattoo, and Amit Dave have also been honored with the 'Pulitzer Prize 2022'.
• Danish Siddiqui was also posthumously selected for "Journalist of the Year 2020" by the Mumbai Press Club.
• Danish Siddiqui was killed while doing journalism in Afghanistan.
• Pulitzer Prize is awarded for significant contribution to the field of journalism.

21. Where has the 15th session of COP15 of UNCCD been organized recently?

- Abidjan

• The 15th session of UNCCD's COP15 has been organized from 9 to 20 May 2022 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
• Abidjan is the financial capital of the Ivory Coast.
• The 15th session of COP15 of UNCCD is being represented by the Union Minister of Environment and Forests, Shri Bhupendra Yadav.
• COP15 Theme: ''Land. life. Legacy: From scarcity to prosperity''
• UNCCD: United Nations Convention on Combating Desertification
• COP: Conference of Parties

22. Where has India's first Bio-Gas-based EV (Electrical Vehicle) charging station been inaugurated recently?

- Mumbai

• India's first Bio-Gas-based EV (Electrical Vehicle) Charging Station has been inaugurated in Mumbai by Aaditya Thackeray, Minister of Maharashtra State Government.

23. Recently the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka resigned, what is his name?

- Mahinda Rajapaksa

• Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa resigned during the protests due to the economic crisis in Sri Lanka.
• Sri Lanka
• Capital: 1. Colombo (Executive Capital) 2. Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (Legislative Capital)
• Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee
• PM: Mahinda Rajapaksa
• President: Gotabaya Rajapaksa

24. Recently who has been sworn in as the new President of South Korea?

- Yoon Suk-yol

• Eun Suk-yol has been sworn in as South Korean President in a massive ceremony at the National Assembly of Seoul.
• South Korea
• Capital: Seoul
• Currency: South Korean Won
• PM: Kim Boo-kyum
• President: Yoon Suk Yeol

25. Recently under which scheme the Wi-Fi facility has been started by RailTel at railway stations?

- PM-WANI

• The government's Mini Ratna RailTel has expanded its public WiFi service through the 'PM-WANI' scheme to 100 other railway stations across the country.
• PM-Wani: Prime WiFi Access Network Interface

26. Which Indian has recently been awarded "Member of the Royal Order of the British Empire"?

- Gurusamy Krishnamurthy

• Gurusamy Krishnamurthy (Chief Executive Officer of Penlon) received a Membership of the Royal Order of the British Empire (MBE) from the Queen of Britain to address the challenges of ventilator need in Britain during the pandemic.
• Penlon is involved in the design and manufacturing of Anesthesia Ventilators, Anesthesia Machines, and Vaporizers.

27. Who has been awarded the fifth "Romain Rowland Book Price 2022" recently?

- Trinjan Chakraborty

• The Bengali translation of the French novel "Meursault, contre-enquet" (The Meursault Investigation) has won the 5th Romain Rolland Book Prize 2022.
• The award was given to translator Trinanjan Chakraborty and publisher Patra Bharati.
• Meursault, contre-enquêteto, was originally written by the Algerian author and journalist Kamel Daud.

28. Recently, the sweetheart Santoor player has passed away, what is his name?

- Pandit Shivkumar Sharma

• Renowned composer and santoor player 'Pandit Shiv Kumar' has passed away at the age of 84 due to age-related reasons.

29. Who has recently assumed office as the new President of Costa Rica?

- Rodrigo Chaves

• Rodrigo Chaves has been elected as the new President of Costa Rica.
• Costa Rica
• Capital: San Jose
• Currency: Costa Rican Colon
• President: Rodrigo Chaves

30. Recently who has won the title of 'Miami Grand Prix 2022'?

- Max Verstappen

• Red Bull racing driver Max Verstappen of Belgium-Dutch has won the title of 'Miami Grand Prix 2022'.
• Max Verstappen has won the title of 'Miami Grand Prix 2022' by defeating 'Charles Leclerc' of Monaco.

31. Which mascot of 'Khelo India Youth Games 2021' has been launched recently?

- Dhakad

• The logo, mascot, and theme song of 'Khelo India Youth Games 2021' have been launched by the Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur.
• The fourth 'Khelo India Youth Games 2021' will be organized in Panchkula, Haryana from June 4 to 13, 2022.

32. Which country has been given the chairmanship of the Association of Asian Election Authority (AAEA) recently?

- India

• India has been given the chairmanship of the Association of Asian Election Authority (AAEA) for 2022-24.
• The mission of the AAEA is to provide a non-partisan platform in the Asian region for the sharing of experience and best practices among election officials.

33. On which day 'National Technology Day' has been celebrated recently?

- May 11

• National Technology Day is celebrated every year on 11th May.
• The day is celebrated as the achievement of India's technological progress, as the country successfully tested nuclear weapons in Pokhran, Rajasthan on May 11, 1998.
• The theme of 'National Technology Day' 2022: 'Integrated Approach in Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future'
• The day also marks the day when India's first indigenous aircraft, the Hansa-1, took off.

34. Recently who has been honored with the 'Vishesh Bangla Academy Award'?

- Mamata Banerjee

• The current Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mrs. Mamata Banerjee has been honored with the 'Special Bangla Academy Award'.
• West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee received the "Bangla Akademi Award" for her "tireless literary pursuit".
• The award, instituted by the Sahitya Akademi this year, was presented to Banerjee for her book "Kabita Bitan", which pays tribute to the best writers of West Bengal.

35. Recently who has been awarded the 'Param Vishisht Seva Medal'?

- General Manoj Pandey

• Army Chief General Manoj Pandey was awarded the 'Param Vishisht Seva Medal' for distinguished service of exceptional order at a defense decoration ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
• President Ram Nath Kovind conferred 13 Shaurya Chakras, including six posthumously, to personnel of the Indian Armed Forces for their conspicuous courage displayed during the operation.

36. Recently who has been elected as the first female President of Hungary?

- Caitlin Novak

• Caitlin Novak has been elected as the first female President of Hungary.
• Hungry
• Capital: Budapest
• Currency: Hungarian Forint
• PM: Viktor Orban
• President: Katalin Novak

37. Which state government has recently launched the second phase of 'Ladli Laxmi Yojana'?

- Madhya Pradesh

• The second phase of "Ladli Laxmi Yojana 2.0" has been started by the Madhya Pradesh government to make girls self-reliant.
• Madhya Pradesh
• MP Capital: Bhopal
• CM: Shivraj Singh Chauhan
• Governor: Mangubhai Chhaganbhai Patel

38. Which bank has recently launched Express Car Loan service in 30 minutes?

- HDFC bank

• The full digital car loan scheme "Express Car Loan" has been launched by HDFC Bank for the customers.
• Under "Express Car Loan", a car loan of up to Rs 20 lakh can be taken within 30 minutes.
• HDFC Bank
• HQ: Mumbai
• MD & CEO: Shashidhar Jagadeesan
• Tagline: We Understand Your World

39. Recently the world's oldest chess grandmaster has passed away. what is his name?

- Yuri Averbakh

• Russian chess player Yuri Averbakh has passed away at the age of 100, making him the world's oldest chess grandmaster.

40. Pandit Sukh Ram has passed away recently, he was related to which field?

- Politics

• Noted Himachal Pradesh Congress leader and former Union Minister Pandit Sukh Ram' has passed away at 94.
• 'Pandit Sukh Ram' served the country as the Union Minister of State for Communications (Independent Charge) from 1993 to 1996.

41. Recently who has been appointed as the Vice President of Maritime Anti Corruption Network (MACN)?

- Captain Rajesh Unni

• The founder and CEO of Synergy Group, 'Captain Rajesh Unni' has been appointed as the Vice-Chairman of 'Maritime Anti Corruption Network' (MACN).
• MACN: Maritime Anti Corruption Network
• Established: 2011
• HQ: Denmark
• Chairman: Ann Shezel

42. Where has the world's longest glass bottom bridge been inaugurated recently?

- Vietnam

• The world's longest glass-bottomed bridge opened in Vietnam. Called Vietnam's 'Bach Long Pedestrian Bridge', it is 632 m (2,073 ft) long and stands 150 m (492 ft) over a vast forest.
• According to reports, the Asian country has opened a glass-bottom bridge suspended above a lush green forest. It breaks the record of 526 meters glass bottom bridge in Guangdong, China.
• Vietnam
• Capital: Hanoi
• Currency: Vietnamese Dong
• President: Nguyen Xuan Phuc
• PM: Pham Minch Chinh CPV

43. Where has the world's longest suspension footbridge opened for tourists recently?

- Czech Republic

• The world's longest suspension footbridge named "Sky Bridge 721" has been opened for tourists in Dolny Morva, Czech Republic.
• "Sky Bridge 721" was built at a cost of $8.4 million to connect the two mountains with a height of 95 meters, 721 meters (2365 ft) long and 1.2 meters wide.

44. The recently released book "The Struggle for Police Reforms in India" has been authored by?

- Prakash Singh

• The book "The Struggle for Police Reforms in India: Rulers Police to People's Police" has been written by Prakash Singh, a retired IPS officer.
• The book "The Struggle for Police Reforms in India: Rulers Police to People's Police" has been released by the Vice President, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu.
• The book focuses on Prakash Singh's efforts to bring about a transformative change in the Indian Police.

45. On which day "World Portuguese Language Day" has been celebrated recently?

- May 5

• To promote the importance of Portuguese language and its use, "World Portuguese Language Day" is celebrated every year on 5th May.

46. ​​Recently who has become the first Indian mountaineer to climb five peaks above 8000 meters?

- Priyanka Mohite

• Priyanka Mohite, who hails from the state of Maharashtra, has become the first Indian mountaineer to scale five peaks above 8000 meters.
• Recently Priyanka Mohite has successfully climbed Mount Kanchenjunga.
• Priyanka Mohite has also been honored with 'Tenzing Norgay Adventure Award 2020'.

47. In the year 1980, the disease 'Monkeypox', which was eradicated from the root, has been found in a patient in which country?

- United Kingdom (UK)

• Monkeypox, similar to smallpox and a virus-like virus that was eradicated in 1980, has been re-confirmed in a patient by United Kingdom Health.
• The illness usually lasts two or four weeks and symptoms can appear anywhere from 5 to 21 days after infection.

48. On which day "International Nurses Day" has been celebrated recently?

- May 12

• International Nurses Day is celebrated every year on 12 May in honor of the British nurse and social worker 'Florence Nightingale', who devoted her whole life to the health sector.
• Theme of "International Nurses Day" 2022: "Nurses: A Voice to Lead - Invest in Nursing and respect rights to secure global health"

49. Recently which state government has launched 'Chara Bijaee scheme'?

- Haryana

• Those farmers of the state who produce fodder will be provided financial assistance at the rate of ₹ 10000 per acre.
• Haryana
• Capital: Chandigarh
• CM: Manohar Lal Khattar
• Governor: Bandaru Dattatreya

50. Recently who has been given additional charge as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of RailTel Corporation?

- Aruna Singh

• Aruna Singh has been given additional charge as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of RailTel Corporation.
• RailTel Corporation of India Limited is an Indian Public Sector Enterprise.

51. Which website has been launched recently by the Speaker of Lok Sabha to promote the literature of the language?

- Kalam Website

• Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has formally launched "Kalam Website", a literary initiative of Prabha Khaitan Foundation to support and promote local language literature.
• "Kalam Website" aims to popularize Hindi literature and provide a platform to experienced and young writers and poets to talk about their love for writing and local literature.

52. On which day "International Plant Health Day" has been celebrated recently?

- May 12

• Plants are the life of the earth and we all depend on them. How we breathe and what we eat is all influenced by plants.
• They develop up to 80% of food and up to 98% of oxygen for us.
• To raise awareness for the protection of plants, the United Nations recently announced that May 12 will be observed as "International Day of Plant Health".

53. Which book on Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been printed by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)?

- 'Modi@20'

• A book on the life of Prime Minister Narendra Modi 'Modi@20: Dreams Meet Delivery' has been released by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
• It is a compilation of pieces written by intellectuals and experts and edited and compiled by the Bluecraft Digital Foundation.
• The book chronicles the political life of PM Modi over the past 20 years, from his tenure as the Chief Minister of Gujarat to the Prime Minister of India.

54. Former President of Ukraine 'Leonid Kravchuk', popularly known as Willy Fox, has passed away, who is the current President of Ukraine?

- Volodymyr Zelensky

• Former President of Ukraine 'Leonid Kravchuk', popularly known as Willy Fox, has passed away.
• Ukraine
• Capital: Kyiv
• Currency: Ukrainian Hryvnia
• President: Volodymyr Zelenskyy

55. Which insurance company has recently launched a financial literacy campaign 'Inspihers - Enabling an Empowered Future'?

- Bharti AXA Life Insurance

• Bharti AXA Life Insurance has launched its financial literacy campaign 'Inspire - Enabling an Empowered Future'.
• It is a special initiative to spread financial awareness among women about financial decisions for a secure future.
• Bharti AXA
• HQ: Mumbai
• CEO: Parag Raja
• Tagline: A new approach to security

56. Three gold and one bronze medal has been won by the Indian team in Asia Cup Archery, where is the Asia Cup Archery held?

- Iraq

• The Indian team has won three gold and one bronze medal in the Asia Cup Archery held in Iraq.

56. Where has recently been inaugurated 'Khadi Center of Excellence'?

- New Delhi

• Khadi Center of Excellence has been launched in Delhi by National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in collaboration with Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC).
• This Khadi Center of Excellence has been inaugurated by Shri Narayan Rane, Minister of MSME.
• The objective of this Khadi Center of Excellence is to popularize Khadi by diversifying into Khadi fabrics and fabrics and improving quality standards.
• KVIC: Khadi and Village Industries Commission
• Established: 1956
• HQ: Mumbai
• Chairman: Vinai Kumar Saxena

57. Recently who has become the world's most valuable company, leaving behind Apple?

- Saudi Aramco

• Oil giant Saudi Aramco Apple Inc. It has become the world's most valuable company.
• Aramco's current price is about $2.43 trillion, while that of Apple is $2.37 trillion.
• Saudi Aramco reported a 124% increase in net profit in the past year, from $49.0 billion in 2020 to $110.0 billion in 2021.

58. Recently who has been elected as the new President of Philippines?

- Marcos Jr.

• Marcos Jr. has won the election as the new President of the Philippines.
• Philippines
• Capital: Manila
• Currency: Philippine Peso

59. Recently the President of UAE has passed away, what is his name?

- Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed

• Born in 1948, 'Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed' was the second-ranking President of the UAE who has passed away recently.
• United Arab Emirates (UAE)
• Capital: Abu Dhabi
• Currency: UAE Dirham
• Crown Prince:

60. Recently who has been elected as the new President of UAE?

- Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

• Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been elected as the new President of the UAE.
• United Arab Emirates (UAE)
• Capital: Abu Dhabi
• Currency: UAE Dirham
• Crown Prince:

61. Recently who has been appointed as the new MD & CEO of Air India?

- Campbell Wilson

• Campbell Wilson has been appointed as the CEO and MD of Air India.
• Air India
• Founded: 15 October 1932
• Operation Started: 29 July 1946
• HQ: New Delhi
• MD & CEO: Campbell Wilson
• Chairman: N Chandrasekaran

62. Recently who has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka?

- Ranil Wickremesinghe

• Ranil Wickremesinghe has been appointed as the new Prime Minister after Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa resigned during the protests due to the economic crisis in Sri Lanka.
• Even before this, Ranil Wickremesinghe has served as the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka five times.
• Sri Lanka
• Capital: 1. Colombo (Executive Capital) 2. Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (Legislative Capital)
• Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee
• PM: Mahinda Rajapaksa
• President: Gotabaya Rajapaksa

63. Recently who has been appointed as the part-time chairman of IDBI Bank?

- TN Manoharan

• TN Manoharan has been appointed as the part-time chairman of IDBI Bank for the next 3 years.
• IDBI Bank
• HQ: Mumbai
• Part-time Chairman: TN Manoharan
• Chairman: M.R. Kumar
• MD & CEO: Rakesh Sharma
• Tagline: Banking for All, Aao Soche Bada

64. Recently who has been awarded the first prize of 'Rajbhasha Shield'?

- NHPC

• Power Minister RK Singh has presented the first prize of 'Rajbhasha Shield' to NHPC.
• During the meeting of Hindi Salahkar Samiti chaired by Hon'ble Union Power Minister, Union Energy Minister RK Singh has presented the first prize for the year 2020-21 and second prize for the year 2018-19 to NHPC Limited for the excellent implementation of Rajbhasha. .
• NHPC:-National Hydroelectric Power Corporation

65. Recently who has been appointed as the President of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)?

- Sanjeev Bajaj

• Sanjeev Bajaj, Chairman, Bajaj Finserv Limited has assumed the office of the President of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for the year 2022-23, succeeding TV Narendran (CEO of Tata Steel).
• TVS Supply Chain Solutions Executive Vice President, R. Dinesh has been appointed as the Vice-Chairman of CII.
• CII: Confederation of Indian Industry
• CII HQ: New Delhi

66. Who has recently topped the list of "Forbes Highest Pad Athletes 2022"?

- Lionel Messi

• Renowned footballer from Argentina, Lionel Messi has topped the Forbes Highest-Paid Athlete 2022 list with a reported income of $130 million.
• While basketball player, LeBron James with $121.2 million, and Cristiano Ronaldo with $115m are at the third position.
• Forbes calculates the prize money based on salary and bonus and sponsorship deals.

67. Which country has been approved as a member in the United Nations Human Rights body?

- Czech Republic

• The Czech Republic has now been approved as a member of the 47-member United Nations human rights body, in place of which Ukraine was suspended after human rights violations by Russia.
• World Human Rights Day is celebrated on 10th December.
• UNHRC: United Nations Human Rights Council
• Established: 15 March 2006
• HQ: Geneva Switzerland
• President: Nazhat Shameem Khan

68. On which day "International Mother's Day" has been celebrated recently?

- May 8

• International Mother's Day is celebrated every year on the second Sunday of May to remember mothers' efforts and honor their value in our lives.
• This year 'International Mother's Day' has been celebrated on 8th May 2022.

69. On which day "World Migratory Bird Day" has been celebrated recently?

- May 14

• World Migratory Bird Day is celebrated every year on the second Saturday of May and on the second Saturday of October.
• This day raises awareness about the problems faced by migratory birds.
• For the first time, "World Migratory Bird Day" was celebrated in 2006 at the initiative of the United Nations.

70. Recently who has become the first woman climber to climb Mount Everest 10 times?

- Lakhpa Sherpa

• 48-year-old Nepali woman 'Lakhpa Sherpa' has become the first woman climber to climb Mount Everest 10 times.
• Mount Everest is located on the border of Nepal and China.
• Mount Everest is the highest mountain peak in the world.
• The total height of Mount Everest is 8848.86 meters, in which an increase of 86 centimeters has been recorded recently.
• International Mount Everest Day is celebrated on 29 May.

71. Which country has been given the host of 'Sea Games 2027'?

- Malaysia

• 'Sea Games 2021' will be organized in Hanoi (Vietnam) from 19 May 2022.
• Malaysia has been given the host of 'Sea Games 2027'.
• The 'Sea Games 2029' has been hosted by Singapore.
• Colombia has been given the host of 'Sea Games 2023'.
• Bangkok (Thailand) has been given the host of 'Sea Games 2025'.

72. Recently who has been appointed as the new chairperson of CBSE?

- Nidhi Chhibber

• 'Nidhi Chhibber' has been appointed in place of Vineet Joshi as the new chairperson of CBSE.
• CBSE: Central Board of Secondary Education
• Formation: 03 November 1962
• HQ: New Delhi
• Chairperson: Nidhi Chibber

73. What percentage of India's GDP growth rate has been estimated by rating agency 'Morgan Stanley' for the financial year 2022-23 recently?

- 7.6%

• 'Morgan Stanley' has reduced India's GDP growth rate to 7.6% percent from its earlier estimate of 7.9% for the fiscal year 2022-23.

74. How much amount has been contributed by India to promote Hindi language in the United Nations?

- $8 million

• India's Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, R. Ravindra, is a member of the United Nations Project (Hindi@United Nations Project) launched by India in 2018 to disseminate information about the United Nations to the Hindi-speaking population across the world. Check handed over.
• World Hindi Day: 10 January
• National Hindi Day: 14 September

75. Recently which state has become the first to reinstate the old pension scheme?

- Chhattisgarh

• Chhattisgarh government has issued notification to restore old pension scheme with effect from 1st April 2022.
• Chhattisgarh
• Capital: Raipur
• Formation: 01 November 2000
• CM: Bhupesh Baghel
• Governor: Anusuiya Uikey

76. Which bank has recently launched a digital solution named 'Trade Next'?

- Union Bank of India

• Union Bank of India (UBI) has launched a digital solution named 'Trade Next' to enable Corporates as well as MSMEs to conduct all cross-border export-import transactions.
• Union Bank of India
• Established: 11 November 1919
• HQ: Mumbai
• Chairman: Rajkiran Rai G

77. Which country has topped the list of 'Foreign Remittance Recipients' released by the World Bank recently?

- India

• India tops the foreign remittances list receiving $89 billion, followed by Mexico with $54 billion and China receiving $53 billion in 2021.
• World Bank
• Established: July 1944
• HQ: Washington, D.C., United States
• President: David Malpass
• Vice-President: Junaid Kamal Ahmed (Bangladesh)

78. Which country has hosted the 12th meeting of health ministers of BRICS nations recently?

- China

• The 12th meeting of the health ministers of BRICS nations has been hosted virtually by China.
• BRICS: A group of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa
• Established: June 2006
• HQ: Shanghai, China

79. On which day 'International Family Day' has been celebrated recently?

- May 15

• It is celebrated on 15 May every year to highlight the importance of family as well as its value.
• Theme of 'International Families Day' 2022: "Families and Urbanization"

80. Recently who has been appointed as the new Director (Technical) of Central Coalfields Limited (CCL)?

- Ram Babu Prasad

• Ram Babu Prasad has been appointed as the new Director (Technical) of Central Coalfields Limited (CCL).

81. Recently who has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Tripura?

- Manik Saha

• Manik Saha (BJP) has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Tripura in place of Biplab Kumar Dev of Bharatiya Janata Party.
• Tripura
• Capital: Agartala
• CM: Manik Saha
• Governor: Satyadev Narayan Arya

82. Well-known cricketer Andrew Symonds has passed away recently, he is a cricketer from which country?

- Australia

• Former Australia all-rounder Andrew Symonds has died in a tragic accident at the age of 46.
• ICC: International Cricket Council
• HQ: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Established: 15June1909
• Chairman: Greg Barclay
• CEO: Geoff Allardyce

83. Recently who has become the first foreign climber to scale the world's highest mountain Mount Everest 16 times?

- Canton Cool

• 'Canton Cool' from Gloucestershire in southwest England has scaled the world's highest mountain for the 16th time and became the first foreigner to summit Mount Everest the most times.
• Mount Everest is located on the border of Nepal and China.
• Mount Everest is the highest mountain peak in the world.
• The total height of Mount Everest is 8848.86 meters in which an increase of 86 centimeters has been recorded recently.
• International Mount Everest Day is celebrated on 29 May.

84. Which country has hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)-Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure meeting recently?

- India

• The meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)-Regional Anti-Terrorism Structure has been hosted by India.
• SCO: Shanghai Cooperation Organization
• Headquarters: Beijing, China
• Secretary General: Zhang Ming
• Established: 15 June 2001
• SCO Permanent Members: China, Russia, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, India, Pakistan, and Iran

85. Which company has topped the list of 'Forbes Global 2000' released recently?

- Berkshire Hathaway

• "Berkshire Hathaway" (USA) has taken the No. 1 spot for the first time since Forbes began publishing the Global 2000 in 2003.
• The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China moved to No. 2 at the top of the list.
• Saudi Arabia's oil company (Saudi Aramco) secured the third position.
• Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries has secured 53rd position in the 'Forbes Global 2000' list, which is ranked first from India's side, while State Bank of India is 105th, HDFC Bank is at 153rd and ICICI Bank is at 204th place.

86. Recently who has been crowned the world's best nurse?

- Anna Kabale Duba

• “Anna Kabale Duba”, a Kenyan nurse stationed at Marsabit County Referral Hospital, has won the inaugural Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award for supporting education and campaigning against age-old cultural practices such as female genital mutilation (FGM) in her community.
• "International Nurses Day 2022" is celebrated on 12th May.

87. Which country has won the recently held "Thomas Cup"?

- India

• The Indian badminton team has won the "Thomas Cup" for the first time by defeating Indonesia 3-0 by giving the best performance.
• "Thomas Cup 2022" was organized in the banks of Thailand.

88. On which day 'International Day of Living Together in Peace 2022' has been celebrated recently?

- May 16

• The 'International Day of Living Together in Peace' is observed every year on 16 May with the aim of urging people to live together in a united and peaceful manner.
• International Day of Living Together in Peace is celebrated every year on 16 May at the initiative of the United Nations.

89. On which day 'International Lighting Day' has been celebrated recently?

- May 16

• The 'International Day of Light' is observed every year on 16 May which is the anniversary of the first successful operation of the laser in 1960 by physicist and engineer, Theodor Maiman.
• The day is a call to strengthen scientific cooperation and harness its potential to promote peace and sustainable development.

90. On which day 'Vesak Day or Buddha Purnima' has been celebrated recently?

- May 16

• This year Vesak Day or Buddha Purnima is celebrated on 16 May 2022. "Vesak", the full moon day in the month of May
• This day is the holiest day for millions of Buddhists around the world.

91. Recently, according to the order of the government, PAN and Aadhaar number have been made mandatory while depositing or withdrawing how much amount in banks?

- ₹20 lakh

• According to the notification issued by the Central Board of Direct Taxes, PAN and Aadhaar numbers have been made mandatory while depositing or withdrawing an amount of ₹ 20 lakh in banks.
• This rule will be implemented on 26 May 2022.
• CBDT: Central Board of Direct Taxes
• Formation: 1944
• HQ: New Delhi
• Chairman: Sangeeta Singh (Add Charge)

92. Recently which state has become the largest state to register GST?

- Maharashtra

• According to the recently released report, Maharashtra is first with 1.48 million registrations, Uttar Pradesh second and Tamil Nadu third with 1.33 million registrations in terms of Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration.

93. On which day 'National Dengue Day' has been celebrated recently?

- May 16

• Dengue fever, often referred to as break-bone fever is an infection spread by mosquitoes that can cause serious illnesses such as the flu.
• In India, May 16 marks the 'National Dengue Day' which is an initiative by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to spread awareness about the vector-borne disease and its preventive methods.
• The theme of 'National Dengue Day 2022':- 'Dengue can be prevented; Let us join hands' ('Dengue is preventable; let us join hands')

94. Recently 'Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve' has been notified as to the 52nd tiger reserve of India, it is in which state?

- Rajasthan

• The 'Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve' of Rajasthan has been notified as to the 52nd tiger reserve of India.
• Rajasthan
• Capital: Jaipur
• Formation: 30 March 1949
• CM: Ashoke Gehlot
• Governor: Kalraj Mishra

95. Who has recently won the singles title of the Italian Open in the men's category?

- Novak Djokovic

• World number one tennis player Novak Djokovic (Serbia) defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas to win the singles title of the Italian Open in the men's section.
• World No. 1 Novak Djokovic (Serbia) achieved this 38th ATP Masters, 1000th title (Italian Open).
• In women's singles, Inga Switek (Poland) defeated Ons Jabjor to win the Italian Open title.

96. Which state has celebrated its 47th foundation day on 16 May 2022?

- Sikkim

• Sikkim has celebrated its 47th Statehood Day on 16 May 2022.
• Sikkim became a part of the country in 1975 as the 22nd state of India.
• On 15 May 1975, the then President of India Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed signed the 36th Constitutional Amendment, and a day later, Sikkim became a full-fledged Indian state.
• Sikkim
• Capital: Gangtok
• CM: Prem Singh Tamang
• Governor: Ganga Prasad

97. The well-known Sanskrit and Hindi scholar has passed away recently, what is his name?

- Dr. Ramakant Shukla

• Eminent Sanskrit and Hindi scholar Dr. Ramakant Shukla has passed away recently.
• Recently he was honored with the titles of Padma Shri, Sanskrit Rashtrakavi, Kaviratna, and Kavi Shiromani by literary and Sanskrit organizations.

98. Recently who has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of France?

- Elizabeth Bourne

• Elisabeth Bourne has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of France, becoming the second woman in the country to hold the position.
• France
• Capital: Paris
• Currency: Euro, CPF Franc
• PM: Elisabeth Borne
• President: Emmanuel Macron

99. On which day "World Telecommunication and Information Society Day" has been celebrated recently?

- May 17

• 'World Telecommunication and Information Society Day' is observed every year on 17 May to raise awareness about the benefits of the Internet and other information and communication technologies to societies and economies.
• The theme of "World Telecommunication and Information Society Day" 2022: "Digital Technologies For Older Persons And Healthy Aging"

100. Recently who has been elected as the new President of Somalia?

- Hassan Sheikh Mohammed

• The former leader of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamed, has been elected as the country's new president for a four-year term, defeating current president Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo.
• Somalia
• Capital: Mogadishu
• Currency: Somali Shilling
• President: Hassan Sheikh Mohamud

101. Recently Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has celebrated its silver jubilee, who is the present chairman of TRAI?

- PD Vaghela

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Silver Jubilee Celebrations program of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) via video conferencing.
• During the program, PM Modi also launched a 5G testbed, which was developed as a multi-institutional collaborative project by a total of eight institutions led by IIT Madras.
• TRAI: Telecom Regulatory Authority of India
• Established: 20 February 1997
• HQ: New Delhi
• Chairman: PD Vaghela

102. On which day "World Hypertension Day" has been observed recently?

- May 17

• World Hypertension Day is observed every year on 17 May to raise awareness about the symptoms of hypertension.
• The theme of "World Hypertension Day": Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer (Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer)
• Hypertension or hypertension occurs when blood pressure rises to an unhealthy level of 140/90.
• High blood pressure is a leading cause of heart disease and premature death worldwide.

103. Where has the National Cyber ​​Forensic Laboratory (NCFL) been inaugurated recently?

- Hyderabad

• National Cyber ​​Forensic Laboratory (NCFL) has been inaugurated by the Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah in Hyderabad.
• NCFL is planning to expedite the resolution of cybercrime cases in the country for which the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) approved the setting up of NCFL for evidence purposes in Hyderabad in December 2021.

104. Recently who has won the best award in the "Billboard Music Awards 2022"?

- Drake

• Drake has won the Billboard Music Awards 2022 in the categories Top Artist, Male Artist, Rap Artist, Rap Male Artist, and Rap Album (For Certified Lover Boy).
• Top New Artist: Olivia Rodrigo
• Top Female Artist: Olivia Rodrigo
• Top Billboard 200 Artist: Taylor Swift
• Top Radio Song Artist: Olivia Rodrigo
• Top Billboard Global 2022 Artist (New): Olivia Rodrigo

105. Which country has recently won the final match of the "Uber Cup" of the Badminton World Federation?

- South Korea

• South Korea defeated China to win the 29th edition of the Badminton World Federation's (BWF) Uber Cup.
• Recently Indian badminton team won the "Thomas Cup" for the first time by defeating Indonesia.
• BWF: Badminton World Federation
• Established: 05 July 1934
• HQ: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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