20th May 2024 : Current Affairs One Liner Question & Answer
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| 20th May 2024 : Current Affairs One Liner Question & Answer |
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20th May 2024 : Current Affairs One Liner Question & Answer
1. What record-breaking feat did Bhutan achieve in aquatic sports?
Answer: Bhutan unveiled the world's highest swimming pool at 8,200 feet (2,400 meters).
2. What ancient virus did scientists discover in Yellowstone National Park?
Answer: Scientists found a 1.5 billion-year-old "giant" virus in Yellowstone, with some of its genes larger than those of most viruses.
3. What initiative did the United Arab Emirates announce for environmental leaders?
Answer: The UAE introduced a 10-year Blue Residency Visa for environmental leaders, promoting conservation efforts.
4. What funding did the Asian Development Bank approve for Sikkim's electricity supply?
Answer: The Asian Development Bank approved a $148.5 million loan to enhance Sikkim's electricity supply infrastructure.
5. Who was sworn in as Singapore's fourth Prime Minister?
Answer: Lawrence Wong took oath as Singapore's fourth Prime Minister, known for his role in the successful COVID-19 response.
6. How did the Indian government assist Kenya in combating natural disasters?
Answer: India pledged $1 million in humanitarian aid to Kenya for combating devastation caused by floods.
7. When will the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup take place, and where?
Answer: The 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup will be held in Qatar from August 27 to September 12, marking the first time in the Arab world.
8. Who became the first Indian to make it to the 2024 Global Disruptor List?
Answer: Deepika Padukone became the first Indian on the 2024 Global Disruptor List, joining several international celebrities.
9. Which British couple climbed ranks in the 2024 Rich List due to their company's success?
Answer: Rishi Sunak and his wife, Akshata Murthy, climbed to 245th place on the 2024 Rich List with an estimated wealth of GBP 651 million.
10. Who was appointed as NASA's first Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer?
Answer: David Salvagnini was appointed as NASA's inaugural Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, tasked with spearheading AI initiatives.
11. Which bank launched India's first virtual credit card named "PIXEL"?
Answer: HDFC Bank.
12. What was the projected economic growth rate for India in 2024 according to the IMF?
Answer: 6.9%.
13. Where did DP World launch its largest Free Trade Warehousing Zone in India?
Answer: Chennai.
14. Which companies signed a contract to support energy transition projects in India?
Answer: ReNew Energy Global PLC and Societe Generale.
15. Which insurance company launched the "Bima Central" platform to innovate customer experience?
Answer: SBI General Insurance.
16. How much loan approval did the Asian Development Bank provide to enhance power distribution in Sikkim?
Answer: $148.5 million.
17. Who assumed office as the new Prime Minister of Singapore?
Answer: Lawrence Wong.
18. Which Padma Shri awardee and renowned author passed away at the age of 90?
Answer: Malti Joshi.
19. What is the title of the new book written by The Indian Express's Senior Assistant Editor Anuradha Mascarenhas?
Answer: "At The Wheel of Research: An Exclusive Biography of Dr. Soumya Swaminathan".
20. What joint anti-terror mock drill was conducted in Kolkata involving US Special Operations Forces and National Security Guard?
Answer: "TARKASH".
