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Weekly Current Affairs: 16-22 May 2022
1. 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
2. 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
3. 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.
4. 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
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. 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)
12. 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.
13. 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')
14. 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
15. 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.
16. 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
17. 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.
18. 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
19. 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"
20. 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
21. 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
22. 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.
23. 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.
24. 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
25. 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
26. What is the rank of India in the medal tally of the
24th 'Deaflympics 2021' competition held recently?
- 9th
- India has secured the ninth position in the '2021
Deaflympics' with a total of 16 medals including eight gold, one silver,
and seven bronze medals.
- The 24th 'Deaflympics 2021' was held in Caxias do
Sul, Brazil.
- Ukraine is first with a total of 138 medals
including 62 gold medals in the 24th 'Daflympics 2021', and America is
second with a total of 55 medals including 20 gold medals.
27. Which indigenously built naval destroyer warship has
been launched recently?
- INS Surat and INS Udayagiri
- Union Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has launched
indigenous naval destroyers 'INS Surat and INS Udayagiri' at Mazagon Dock
Limited, Mumbai.
- CDS: Chief of Defense Staff?
- Chief of Army Staff: General Manoj Pandey
- Vice Chief of Army Staff: BS Raju (Baggavalli
Somashekar Raju)
- Chief of the Air Force: Air Marshal Vivek Ram
Chaudhari
- Chief of Naval Staff: Admiral R. Hari Kumar
28. Recently who has been appointed as the chairman of
Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE)?
- SS Mundra
- SS Mundra has been appointed as the Chairman of the
Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), having previously served as the Chairman and
Managing Director of Bank of Baroda and Deputy Governor of RBI.
- BSE Limited, also known as Bombay Stock Exchange
(BSE), is an Indian stock exchange located on Dalal Street in Mumbai.
- Established in 1875 by Rajasthani Jain businessman,
and cotton trader Premchand Roychand, it is the oldest stock exchange in
Asia, and also the tenth oldest stock exchange in the world.
- BSE: Bombay Stock Exchange
- Founded: 09 July 1875
- Located: Mumbai
- Chairman: SS Mundra
29. Recently the President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind
was on a four-day official visit to Jamaica, where is the capital of Jamaica?
- Kingston
- The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind was on
a four-day official visit to Jamaica.
- Ambedkar Marg in the name of Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar
has also been inaugurated by President Shri Ram Nath Kovind during his
official visit to Jamaica.
- Jamaica
- Capital: Kingston
- Currency: Jamaican Dollar (JMD)
- Prime Minister: Andrew Holness
30. Which country has hosted the meeting of the Regional
Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS), the counter-terrorism body of the Shanghai
Cooperation Organization (SCO)?
- India
- India has hosted the meeting of the Regional
Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS), the counter-terrorism body of the
Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in New Delhi.
- 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
31. Recently who has been appointed as the new Indian
Ambassador to Nepal?
- Naveen Srivastava
- Naveen Srivastava has been appointed as the new
Indian Ambassador to Nepal.
- Naveen Srivastava will replace Vinay Kwatra who has
been recently appointed as Foreign Secretary.
- Nepal
- Capital: Kathmandu
- Currency: Nepali Rupee
- PM: Sher Bahadur Deuba
- President: Vidyadevi Bhandari
32. On which day 'International Museum Day' has been
celebrated recently?
- May 18
- International Museum Day (IMD) is observed every
year on 18 May.
- This day is celebrated to highlight the importance
of museums in any culture.
- The theme of "International Museum Day
2022" is 'Power of Museums'.
- The idea of having International Museum Day first
surfaced in 1951 during a meeting called 'Crusade for Museums' organized
by ICOM.
33. Recently, which initiative has been started by the
Punjab government for redressal of public grievances?
- Lok Milni
- The "Lok Milni" initiative has been
started by the Chief Minister of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, for redressal of
public grievances.
- Punjab
- Capital: Chandigarh
- CM: Bhagwant Mann
- Governor: Banwarilal Purohit
34. Which insurance company has recently launched India's
first 'Dental Health Insurance Plan'?
- PNB MetLife
- India's first 'Dental Health Insurance Plan' has
been launched by PNB MetLife, a subsidiary of Punjab National Bank (PNB).
- This dental health insurance plan is the first
insurance plan in India to cover fixed-benefit outpatient expenses and
provide financial assistance with costs related to overall dental health.
35. Recently, the World Bank has approved how much
financial assistance for Gujarat's "Shrestha-G" scheme?
- $350 million
- The World Bank has approved $350 million in
financial assistance for Gujarat's "Shreshtha-G" scheme.
- Focus Areas: Improving the quality, equity, and
coverage of primary health care, services for adolescent girls, and the
capacity of disease surveillance systems.
- World Bank
- Established: July 1944
- HQ: Washington, D.C., United States
- President: David Malpass (USA)
- Vice-President: Junaid Kamal Ahmed (Bangladesh)
36. According to a recently released report, which
country has become the fourth largest vehicle market in the world?
- India
- According to the France-based Organization
Internationale des Constructors d'Automobiles (OICA), India has sold
3,759,398 vehicles in 2021, making India the fourth largest vehicle market
in the world.
- In this list, China is first, America is second, and
Japan is at third place.
37. Recently who has become the first Indian common man
to be declared a saint by Pope Francis?
- Devashyam Pillai
- Devashyam Pillai has become the first Indian common
man to be declared a saint by Pope Francis.
- He was born as Neelakandan Pillai in present-day
Kanyakumari to a Hindu upper-caste family and converted to Christianity in
1745.
38. 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)
39. 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
40. Recently who was honored with the "Wangari
Maathai Forest Champions Award 2022"?
- Cecile Ndjebet
- Cameroonian activist, 'Cecile Ndjebet' has won the
2022 Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award for his outstanding
contribution to the conservation of forests and improving the lives of the
people who depend on them.
41. Which team has made the highest partnership for
the first wicket in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL)?
- Lucknow Super Giants
- Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul of Lucknow Super Giants
have made the biggest partnership for the first wicket in the history of
the Indian Premier League (IPL).
- This is the first time in IPL that a team has made
an opening partnership for 20 overs while batting first.
- Quinton de Kock hit an unbeaten 140 off 70 balls
against Kolkata Knight Riders while KL Rahul smashed an unbeaten 68 to set
a new IPL record with a partnership of 210 runs in 20 overs.
- Ravichandran Ashwin has become the first cricketer
to retire in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, playing for the
Rajasthan Royals team.
- 'Dwayne Bravo', playing in the Chennai Super Kings
(CSK) team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, has overtaken 'Lasith
Malinga' (170) to become the highest wicket-taker in IPL history with 171
wickets.
- The 15th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL)
2022 is being organized entirely in India.
- A total of 74 matches will be played from 26 March
to 29 May 2022 in the 15th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL)
2022.
- Two new teams 'Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat
Titans' have joined the 15th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL)
2022.
- A total of 10 teams (Chennai Super Kings, Delhi
Capitals, Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan
Royals, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Gujarat Titans,
and Lucknow Super Giants) are involved in the 15th edition of the Indian
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42. Who has been appointed by Telecom company
Airtel as its new Managing Director and Executive Officer (MD & CEO)?
- Gopal Vitthal
- Telecom service provider company Airtel has
appointed 'Gopal Vithal' as its new Managing Director and Executive
Officer (MD & CEO) for a period of 5 years.
- airtel
- Founded: 07 July 1995
- Founder: Sunil Bharti Mittal
- HQ: New Delhi
- MD & CEO: Gopal Vittal
- Chairman: Sunil Bharti Mittal
43. Which state has recently won the title of
'Hockey India Senior Women's National Championship 2022'?
- Orissa
- Orissa women's hockey team defeated the Karnataka
team to win the title of 'Hockey India Senior Women's National Championship
2022'.
- 'Hockey India Senior Women's National Championship
2022' was organized in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
44. Recently who has been appointed by the public
sector bank UCO Bank as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO)?
- Sujoy Dutta
- UCO Bank has named Sujoy Dutta as the new Chief
Financial Officer with immediate effect.
- UCO Bank
- Established: 06 January 1943
- HQ: Kolkata
- MD & CEO: Atul Kumar Goyal
- CFO: Sujoy Dutta
45. Recently who has been appointed as the Chairman
and Managing Director (CMD) of Goa Shipyard Limited?
- Sudhakar TN
- Sudhakar TN has been appointed as the Chairman and
Managing Director (CMD) of Goa Shipyard Limited.
46. Recently which country has hosted the virtual
meeting of BRICS' Foreign Ministers?
- China
- China hosted the meeting of BRICS foreign ministers
via video conference on 19 May 2022.
- In this, the External Affairs Minister of India S.
Jaishankar will represent India.
- BRICS: A group of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and
South Africa
- Established: June 2006
- HQ: Shanghai, China
47. Recently which state has announced to launch of
India's first state-owned OTT platform?
- Kerala
- The Kerala government has announced the launch of a
state-owned over-the-top (OTT) platform named 'CSpace' on 1 November.
- It will screen a range of films, short films and
documentaries of their choice.
- It is an initiative of the State Government of
Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC) through video
conferencing at a function at Kalabhavan Theatre.
- Kerala
- Capital: Thiruvananthapuram
- CM: Pinarayi Vijayan
- Governor: Arif Mohammad Khan
48. Which state government has recently notified
"Nanjarayan Tank" as the state's 17th bird sanctuary?
- Tamil Nadu
- Tamil Nadu government has notified "Nanjarayan
Tank" as the 17th bird sanctuary of the state.
- Tamil Nadu
- Capital: Chennai
- CM: MK Stalin
- Governor: RN Ravi
49. Which Indian has recently been awarded the
prestigious 'Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) Award'?
- Ajay Piramal
- The Chairman of the Piramal Group, Ajay Piramal has
received the prestigious Commander of the Order of the British Empire
(CBE) award from Queen Elizabeth II.
- He has been honored with this award in recognition
of his services to UK-India business relations as India Co-Chair of the
UK-India CEO Forum.
50. On which day "World AIDS Vaccination
Day" has been observed recently?
- May 18
- "World AIDS Vaccination Day", also known
as "HIV Vaccination Awareness Day", is observed every year on 18
May.
- The day is observed to provide information and
create awareness about Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), a
potentially life-threatening condition caused by Human Immunodeficiency
Virus (HIV) and its vaccination.
51. The soon-to-be-released novel "A Place
Called Home" is written by?
- Preeti Shenoy
- The soon-to-be-released novel "A Place Called
Home" is written by Preeti Shenoy.
- The book is a story set in a coffee estate in
Sakleshpur, Karnataka, with a strong female protagonist at its core. The
new novel is about mystery, family, and finding oneself.
52. Recently the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi has
resigned due to personal reasons, what is his name?
- Mr. Anil Baijal
- The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of
Delhi, Shri Anil Baijal, has tendered his resignation to the President,
Shri Ram Nath Kovind, for personal reasons.
- Delhi
- Chief Minister: Arvind Kejriwal
- Lieutenant Governor:?
- Delhi Police Commissioner: Rakesh Asthana
- Lokayukta: Harish Chanra Mishra
53. Recently the rating agency S&P Global has
estimated India's economic growth rate to be what percent for the country in FY
2022?
- 7.3%
- Rating agency S&P Global has lowered India's
economic growth rate to 7.3% from its earlier estimate of 7.8% for the
fiscal year 2022-23.
- S&P Global Market Intelligence is an American
company providing multi-asset and real-time data, research, news, and
analysis to institutional investors, investment and commercial banks,
insurance companies, investment advisors and wealth managers,
corporations, and universities.
54. On which day "World Bee Day" has been
celebrated recently?
- May 20
- Every year on 20 May, World Bee Day is celebrated
across the world.
- The day aims to recognize the importance of bees and
other pollinators in the ecosystem.
- The United Nations has marked 20 May as World Bee
Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of beekeeping pioneer Anton
Jansa.
- The theme of "World Bee Day" 2022 is:
"Be Engaged: Celebrating the Diversity of Bees and Beekeeping
Systems." (Bee Engaged: Celebrating the diversity of bees and
beekeeping systems)
55. According to the report released by the Reserve
Bank of India recently, by what percentage there has been a reduction in fraud
values in public sector banks?
- 51%
- According to the report released by the Reserve Bank
of India, there has been a reduction of 51% i.e. ₹ 40,295.25 crores in
fraudulent values in public sector banks.
- RBI: Reserve Bank of India
- HQ: Mumbai
- Established: 1 April 1935
- Nationalization: 01 January 1949
- Governor: Shaktikanta Das
- Deputy Governor: 1. Mahesh Kumar Jain 2. Michael
Debabrata Patra 3. M Rajeshwar Rao 4. T Rabi Sankar
56. Recently the Government of India has signed an
agreement with which country for cooperation in the field of fertilizers?
- Jordan
- The Government of India has signed an agreement with
the Government of Jordan for cooperation in the field of fertilizers.
- Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of Chemicals and
Fertilizers of India was on an official visit to Jordan from 13 to 15 May
2022 during which the agreement was reached.
- Jordan
- Capital: Amman
- Currency: Jordanian Dinar
57. Recently the President of India, Shri Ram Nath
Kovind was on a four-day official visit to Jamaica, where is the capital of
Jamaica?
- Kingston
- The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind was on
a four-day official visit to Jamaica during which various agreements were
signed.
- Ambedkar Marg in the name of Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar
has also been inaugurated by President Shri Ram Nath Kovind during his
official visit to Jamaica.
- Jamaica
- Capital: Kingston
- Currency: Jamaican Dollar (JMD)
- Prime Minister: Andrew Holness
58. On which day "National Endangered Species
Day" has been observed recently?
- May 20
- The "National Endangered Species Day" is
held every third Friday in the month of May which is this time on 20 May
2022.
- This year it is the 16th National Endangered Species
Day.
- During the 1960s and 1970s, people were concerned
about the welfare of animals. The Endangered Species Act of 1973 was
enacted in response to public concern.
- The theme of "National Endangered Species
Day" 2022 is "Recovering key species for ecosystem
restoration".
59. According to the India Post Office Bank
customers can avail of NEFT and RTGS facilities, who is currently the Chairman
of India Post?
- Vineet Pandey
- According to the Indian Postal Department, now
customers of Post Office Bank can transfer money through NEFT and RTGS.
- Indian Post
- Established: 01 October 1854
- Jurisdiction: Government of India, Department of
Post, Ministry of Communication
- HQ: New Delhi
- Secretary: Vineet Pandey
60. Recently RBI has ordered all banks to provide
cardless cash withdrawal facilities through ATMs, who is the governor of RBI at
present?
- Shaktikanta Das
- The Reserve Bank of India has ordered all banks to
provide cardless cash withdrawal facilities through ATMs with the aim to
avoid fraud and physical crime.
- RBI: Reserve Bank of India
- HQ: Mumbai
- Established: 1 April 1935
- Nationalization: 01 January 1949
- Governor: Shaktikanta Das
- Deputy Governor: 1. Mahesh Kumar Jain 2. Michael
Debabrata Patra 3. M Rajeshwar Rao 4. T Rabi Sankar
61. Who has chaired the 7th Annual Meeting of the
Board of Governors of New Development Bank (NDB) recently?
- Nirmala Sitharaman
- The 7th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of
the New Development Bank (NDB) has been chaired by Nirmala Sitharaman
through video conferencing in Delhi.
- The theme of this meeting: “NDB: Optimizing
Development Impact”
- Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has mentioned
that India's economic growth in the current financial year has been strong
and is estimated to be 8.9%.
- The following countries have participated in this
meeting: Brazil, China, Russia, South Africa and newly joined members
Bangladesh and the United Arab Emirates.
- NDB: New Development Bank
- Established: 15 July 2014
- HQ: Shanghai, China
- President: Marcos Prado Troyjo (Brazil)
- NDB was earlier known as BRICS Bank
62. Recently which of India's first indigenous
trainer aircraft has launched CSIR-NAL. Has the Engine Relight test been
successfully completed by?
- HANSA-NG
- India's first indigenous trainer aircraft "HANSA-NG"
has launched CSIR-NAL. Successfully completed Engine Relight Testing by |
63. Recently which state government has approved a
₹1500 per acre incentive for farmers?
- Punjab
- The Punjab cabinet has decided to provide an
incentive of Rs 1,500 per acre to farmers growing paddy using direct
sowing of rice technology.
- Punjab
- Capital: Chandigarh
- CM: Bhagwant Mann
- Governor: Banwarilal Purohit
64. Which state government has recently notified
"Nanjarayan Tank" as the state's 17th bird sanctuary?
- Tamil Nadu
- Tamil Nadu government has notified "Nanjarayan
Tank" as the 17th bird sanctuary of the state.
- Tamil Nadu
- Capital: Chennai
- CM: MK Stalin
- Governor: RN Ravi
65. Which team has made the highest partnership for
the first wicket in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL)?
- Lucknow Super Giants
- Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul of Lucknow Super Giants
have made the biggest partnership for the first wicket in the history of
the Indian Premier League (IPL).
- This is the first time in IPL that a team has made
an opening partnership for 20 overs while batting first.
- Quinton de Kock hit an unbeaten 140 off 70 balls
against Kolkata Knight Riders while KL Rahul smashed an unbeaten 68 to set
a new IPL record with a partnership of 210 runs in 20 overs.
- Ravichandran Ashwin has become the first cricketer
to retire in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, playing for the
Rajasthan Royals team.
- Dwayne Bravo, playing in the Chennai Super Kings
(CSK) team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, has overtaken Lasith
Malinga (170) to become the highest wicket-taker in IPL history with 171
wickets.
- The 15th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL)
2022 is being organized entirely in India.
- A total of 74 matches will be played from 26 March
to 29 May 2022 in the 15th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL)
2022.
- Two new teams 'Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat
Titans' have joined the 15th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL)
2022.
- A total of 10 teams (Chennai Super Kings, Delhi
Capitals, Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan
Royals, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Gujarat Titans,
and Lucknow Super Giants) are involved in the 15th edition of the Indian
Premier League (IPL) 2022. are happening |
66. Where
has the world's highest weather station been set up recently?
- Mount
Everest
- The
National Geographic Society has installed the "highest weather
station in the world" on Mount Everest at an altitude of 8,830 meters
to automatically measure various meteorological phenomena.
- Solar-powered
weather monitoring system to measure various meteorological phenomena such
as air temperature, wind speed and direction, air pressure, changes in ice
surface height, and incoming and outgoing short and longwave radiation is
believed.
- 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.
67. Recently
who has become the first Bangladeshi cricketer to complete 5000 runs in
Bangladesh Test cricket?
- Mushfiqur
Rahim
- In the
22-year history of Bangladesh cricket, 'Mushfiqur Rahim' has become the
first Bangladeshi cricketer to complete 5000 runs in Test cricket.
- With
this, 'Mushfiqur Rahim' has become the 99th cricketer in the world to
complete 5000 runs in Test cricket.
- Bangladesh
- Capital:
Dhaka
- PM:
Sheikh Hasina
- President:
Abdul Hamid
68. Where
has the 41st Hunar Haat been launched recently?
- Agra
- The
45th Hunar Haat has been inaugurated by the Union Minister of Minority
Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on 19 May 2022 in Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
- Hunar
Haat provides job opportunities in the market for artisans, craftsmen, and
traditional culinary exports.
- Over
800 artisans and craftsmen from 32 states and union territories are
expected to participate in the 12-day 41st Hunar Haat.
69. Recently
famous lyricist, veteran journalist and activist Abdul Ghaffar Choudhary passed
away, he is related to which country?
- Bangladesh
- Noted
lyricist, veteran journalist, and Bangladesh language movement activist
Abdul Ghaffar Chowdhury has passed away.
- Bangladesh
- Capital:
Dhaka
- PM:
Sheikh Hasina
- President:
Abdul Hamid
70. By which
name India's first privately designed and developed commercial rocket has been
successfully test-fired recently?
- Vikram-1
- India's
first privately designed and developed commercial rocket 'Vikram-1' has
been successfully test-fired.
- 'Vikram-1'
has been successfully test-fired by Hyderabad-based startup Skyroot
Aerospace.
71. On which
day "World Metrology Day" has been celebrated recently?
- May
20
- CSIR-National
Physical Laboratory, New Delhi in collaboration with the Metrology Society
of India (MSI) has organized "World Metrology Day" on 20 May
2022 to commemorate the anniversary of the signing of the Meter Convention
on 20 May 1875.
- The
theme of “World Metrology Day 2022”: is “Metrology in the Digital Era”
(“Metrology in the Digital Era”)
72. On which
day "International Tea Day" has been celebrated recently?
- May
21
- International
Tea Day is celebrated every year on 21st May by the United Nations.
- The day
aims to raise awareness of the long history and deep cultural and economic
importance of tea around the world.
- The
theme of this 'International Tea Day 2022' is - "Tea and Fair
Trade".
73. Recently
how much surplus amount has been transferred by RBI to the central government?
- ₹30,307
crore
- The
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) board approved a ₹30,307 crore surplus
transfer to the government for 2021-22, the lowest in 10 years.
- RBI:
Reserve Bank of India
- HQ:
Mumbai
- Established:
1 April 1935
- Nationalization:
01 January 1949
- Governor:
Shaktikanta Das
- Deputy
Governor: 1. Mahesh Kumar Jain 2. Michael Debabrata Patra 3. M Rajeshwar
Rao 4. T Rabi Sankar
74. Which
Indian Chess Grandmaster has recently defeated World Champion Magnus Carlsen?
- R
Pragnananda
- Renowned
16-year-old Indian Chess Grandmaster Rameshbabu Pragyananda defeated World
Champion Magnus Carlsen for the second time in 2022.
- 16-year-old
Pragyanand had defeated Magnus Carlsen for the first time in the online
rapid chess tournament AirThings Masters in February.
75. On which
day "Anti-Terrorism Day" has been celebrated recently?
- May
21
- Anti-Terrorism
Day is observed every year on the 21st of May.
- The day
came into existence when Rajiv Gandhi, the former PM of India, was
assassinated during a campaign in Tamil Nadu on May 21, 1991.
- He was
the victim of a suicide bombing, which resulted in the death of about 14
others.
- Rajiv
Gandhi was the youngest PM when he took oath at 40.
76. Recently
who has been reappointed as the Managing Director and Executive Officer (MD
& CEO) of Paytm?
- Vijay
Shekhar Sharma
- Vijay
Shekhar Sharma has been reappointed as the Managing Director and Executive
Officer (MD & CEO) of Paytm for the next 5 years.
- Paytm's
parent company is 'One97 Communications'.
- Paytm
- Founder:
Vijay Shekhar Sharma
- Established:
2009
- HQ:
Noida
77. With
which Indian travel agency has recently been signed by Saudi Arabia?
- EaseMyTrip
- Saudi
Arabia has signed an agreement with the Indian travel agency 'EaseMyTrip'
for the development of the tourism sector between India and Saudi Arabia.
- Saudi
Arabia
- Capital:
Riyadh
- Currency:
Saudi Riyal
- :
- EaseMyTrip
- Founded:
2008
- HQ: New
Delhi
- CEO:
Nishant Pitti
78. How much
amount of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has India received in the financial
year 2021-22?
- $83.57
billion
- According
to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India has recorded the
"highest" annual FDI inflow of USD 83.57 billion in 2021-22.
- FDI
equity inflow into manufacturing sectors has increased by 76% in 2021-22
(USD 21.34 billion) as compared to 2020-21.
- Top
investors: Singapore (27%); USA (18%) and Mauritius (16%).
- Computer software and hardware attracted maximum inflow, followed by the service sector and the automobile industry.
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