Page-443 of GKToday Archives: 2020
Current Affairs Quiz: April 01, 2020
12345678910 1. What is the deadline for completion of insolvency resolution processes, as per the Insolvency and Bankruptcy code regulations? 270 days 300 days 330 days 360 days 2. Which Indian newspaper that was being published in the United States ..
GoI: Interest Rates on Small Savings Schemes lowered
On March 31, 2020, the Government of India lowered interest rates of several small savings scheme facing Economic challenges created by the threat of COVID-19 virus. Highlights The interest rates of the schemes like Sukanya Samriddhi, Kisan Vikas Patra and ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2020
Amazon Quiz Time Answers-1st April 2020
Which famous actress born on March 24th, was nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role for the movie Zero Dark Thirty? Answer: Jessica Chastain Whose North London home was bought by the Maharashtra government and refurbished ..
Himachal Pradesh to launch an Active Case Finding Campaign for COVID-19 patients
The government of Himachal Pradesh is to launch an Active Case Finding Campaign to look for people affected by COVID-19. About the Campaign Himachal Pradesh is to launch the ACF campaign to step up the efforts to contain the COVID-19 ..
NTA extended date for exam applications’ submission
The National Testing Agency has extended the date of submission of online application forms of various exams. The announcement comes in light of the COVID-19 situation. NTA The National Testing Agency is a government agency established in 2017. It is ..
Top GKToday’s News Headlines-1 April 2020
Here are Top GKToday’s News Headlines for 1 April, 2020 INDIA ICCR (Indian Council for Cultural Relations) launches global painting competition “United against CORONA- Express through Art” open to both Indians and foreigners; submission deadline: May 1, 2020 Tourism Ministry ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2020
UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 390
12345 1. Tangaliya shawl , a unique weaving style has been given GI (Geographical Indications) recognition by the Central government in the later half of 2009. This is an indigenous craft of which of the following states? Himachal Pradesh Madhya Pradesh ..
NASA announces SUNRISE Mission
On March 30, 2020, NASA announced Sun Radio Interferometer Space Experiment (SUNRISE) mission. The mission is to study about how sun creates Giant Solar Particle Storms. Highlights Studying the solar storms, the mission aims to understand the working of the ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
COVID-19: Maharashtra and Telangana Government announce major salary cuts
On March 31, 2020, the Maharashtra and Telangana State Governments announced major salary cuts. Highlights The Maharashtra Government had cut 60% of salary from the Chief Minister and other members of Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council and other representatives of ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
SEZs manufacturing essentials like pharmaceuticals, hospital equipment are operational
Around 280 SEZ (Special Economic Zones) that are involved in manufacturing essential goods such as pharmaceuticals, drugs and hospital equipment are operational amidst Lock Down. These economic zones contribute 18% of the exports of the country. Highlights While addressing the ..