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1. Which business is slated to purchase the Danske Bank's Indian IT facility?
Infosys and Danske Bank have made official their long-term partnership. The proposed arrangement, valued at USD 454 million for a term of five years, has the option of being extend ReadMore ed for an additional year up to three times. As part of the arrangement, Infosys will also purchase the more than 1,400-person Indian IT facility owned by Danske Bank. With its headquarters in Denmark, Danske Bank offers financial services to small and large businesses as well as organizations and corporations. Less

2. Which nation revised its election laws to limit politicians' disqualification to a five-year period with retroactive effect?
A bill in Pakistan's National Assembly that would modify the Elections Act of 2017 to limit the disqualification of parliamentarians to five years with retrospective effect has bee ReadMore n passed. The Election Commission of Pakistan will have more authority under the Elections (Amendment) Bill 2023 to announce election dates without first consulting the President. Less

3. 'Trans-Asia Railway (TAR) network' is headed by which organization?
To encourage trade, business, and tourism, Bangladesh will receive 400 million US dollars in financing from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the construction of 102 kilometers ReadMore of dual gauge railways between Chattogram and Cox's Bazar. The Trans-Asia Railway (TAR) network, a program spearheaded by the United Nations, aims to build seamless train connectivity between Asia and Europe to better connect people and commerce. The Chattogram-Cox's Bazar Railway is a part of this network. Less

4. The 'International Conference on Green Hydrogen' will be held in which city?
The International Conference on Green Hydrogen is slated for July 5–7, 2023, in New Delhi. By utilizing the potential of green hydrogen, the conference's main purpose is to crea ReadMore te a comprehensive green hydrogen ecosystem and hasten the achievement of global decarbonization targets. Less

5. Which Ministry of the Union delivered the first report on "Critical Minerals for India"?
The first report on "Critical Minerals for India" has been formally given by Minister of Coal and Mines Pralhad Joshi. A group of experts selected by the Ministry of Mines created ReadMore the report. For the first time in India, a comprehensive list of important minerals has been identified while taking into account the needs of industries including defense, agriculture, energy, pharmaceuticals, and telecom. Less

6. The 'Report Fish Disease(RFD)' App was released by which Union Ministry?
The 'Report Fish Disease(RFD)' App was introduced by Parshottam Rupala, Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairy. The app was created by ICAR-NBFGR as part of the ReadMore Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana-funded National Surveillance Programme for Aquatic Animal Diseases (NSPAAD). It is a centralized platform where fish farmers, field officers, and specialists in fish health are all incorporated. Less

7. Which state/UT was the host of the 'Vitasta' program to promote its literary and artistic culture?
The Vitasta initiative was run with the intention of bringing Kashmir's unique literature, craft, and cuisine to every region of the nation. The youth showed a remarkable level of ReadMore enthusiasm in comprehending and embracing the lively Kashmiri culture during this series of activities, which began in Chennai and ended in Srinagar. Less

8. What organization gave its approval to the "6G Vision Framework"?
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has formally accepted the 6G Vision Framework. This framework was largely developed by the Department of Telecommunications, Minist ReadMore ry of Communications, representing India. On March 23, 2023, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the "Bharat 6G Vision" document. Less

9. What state or UT is connected to the "EKAMRA project"?
As part of his government's dedication to the development of historic temples, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the Rs 280 crore EKAMRA project to improve the surround ReadMore ings of the 11th-century Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar. The EKAMRA plan, which was introduced in 2019, aims to revitalize the 80 acres of land that surround the revered Lord Shiva shrine in the Ekamra Kshetra (formerly known as Bhubaneswar). Less

10. What organization will publish a consultation document on "Finfluencers"?
Finfluencers are those who give advice and anecdotes about money, finances, and stock investments on their open social media channels. Chief of the Securities and Exchange Board o ReadMore f India (SEBI), Madhabi Puri Buch, discussed the rise in market inducements and finfluencers. SEBI intends to release a consultation document with guidelines for financial influencers to abide by. Less

11. What is the name of the power tariff type that charges less during the day and more during peak hours?
The government has stated its desire to implement various time-based electricity tariffs that would have higher rates during times of peak power usage and cheaper rates for an eigh ReadMore t-hour window during the day. Time-of-day (ToD) tariff rules have been incorporated into the Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020, according to a recent announcement from the Ministry of Power. Less

12. Which nation is Gustav Klimt, best known for his painting "The Kiss," from?
The final picture by Austrian artist Gustav Klimt was sold at a Sotheby's auction in London for USD 108.4 million, or 885 crores, making it the most expensive piece of art ever sol ReadMore d at a European sale. Gustav Klimt, who is regarded as one of the most significant decorative painters of the 20th century, is best known for his oil on canvas work "The Kiss," which he completed between 1907 and 1908 and which features two lovers cuddling. Less

13. Which Indian Armed Force is hosting the international air exercise "Tarang Shakti"?
The Indian Air Force is getting ready for Tarang Shakti, a massive global exercise that will include the air forces of 12 different countries, with six of them participating with a ReadMore ircraft and the other six serving as observers. The size of this exercise is expected to break all previous records in India. It aims to improve interoperability and synergy in joint operations as well as military collaboration among member air forces. Less

14. Which state/UT is home to the Kakrapar Atomic Power Project (KAPP) construction site?
At the Kakrapar Atomic Power Project (KAPP) in Gujarat, India's first 700 MW nuclear power reactor has started operating for commercial purposes. At Kakrapar, which already has tw ReadMore o 220 MW power stations, the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is constructing two 700 MW pressurized heavy water reactors (PHWRs). Less

15. Which business was given a contract by the Ministry of Defense for the Medium Refit with Life Certification (MRLC) of the INS-Shankush?
The Sub-Surface Killer (SSK) Class submarine "INS Shankush" is now undergoing a Medium Refit with Life Certification (MRLC) as per a contract recently signed by the Ministry of Def ReadMore ense with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai. The project would cost a total of Rs. 2725 Cr. With the first HDW-class submarine's upgrade already underway and scheduled to be finished by August, this is the second HDW-class submarine to undergo MRLC. Less

16. Which nation has a "National Space Mission for Earth Observation" connection?
Australia was had to end its National Space Mission for Earth Observation due to financial restrictions. The primary objective of the program was to design, construct, and manage ReadMore a group of four satellites that were to be launched between 2028 and 2033 with the aim of gathering vital Earth observation data. Less

17. Which states have the "Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project" been constructed in?
The Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project's dam building by NHPC Limited has been completed successfully. The 2,000 Mega Watt Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project is located in b ReadMore oth Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Less

18. 'Ozone-UV bulletin' was published by what organization?
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) revived the ozone-UV report after a seven-year hiatus, highlighting the ozone layer's ongoing recovery. The annual bulletin will provid ReadMore e the most recent information on UV radiation and stratospheric ozone levels around the world. Less

19. Which Union Ministry launched the "District Disability Rehabilitation Center (DDRC)" initiative?
Nine model District Disability Rehabilitation Centers (DDRCs), which had been upgraded to model DDRCs, were essentially inaugurated by Union Social Justice and Empowerment Minister ReadMore Dr. Virendra Kumar. For the past 20 years, DDRCs have been formed to offer efficient rehabilitation services to people with disabilities (PwDs). Less

20. The 'Global Clean Energy Action Forum' will be held in which city?
Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister for Science and Technology, will lead an Indian delegation to the Global Clean Energy Action Forum in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, in the United Stat ReadMore es. At the meeting, ministers from more than 30 nations will talk about how to speed up the development and use of clean energy. Less

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