1. Which two Indian cities have been included in the top 50 wealthiest cities of the world by the Wealthiest Cities Report 2024?
(A) Mumbai and Delhi
(B) Kolkata and Chennai
(C) Bangalore and Pune
(D) Chennai and Ahmedabad
(E) Hyderabad and Jaipur
Ans (A)
Two Indian cities, Mumbai and Delhi, have been included for the first time in the top 50 world’s wealthiest cities of the world.
Mumbai was ranked 24th, and Delhi was 37th in the world in the Wealthiest Cities Report 2024 which was released recently.
The Wealthiest Cities Report 2024 has been compiled by Henley & Partners in collaboration with New World Wealth, a global data intelligence firm.
The wealthiest person has been defined as HNWIs (High worth individuals) who have a liquid investable wealth of USD 1 million or more.
According to the Henly report, the Indian financial capital city Mumbai has 58,800 millionaires, 236 centi-millionaires and 29 billionaires. Mumbai was ranked as the 24th wealthiest city in the world.
The other city in the top 50 was Delhi, with 30,700 millionaires, 123 centi-millionaires, and 16 billionaires. Delhi was ranked 37th in the wealthiest cities list.
2. How much will a person be paid for one kg of pirul (Pine tree leaves) under the Pirul Lao-Paise Pao campaign in Uttarakhand?
(A) Rs 40 per kg
(B) Rs 50 per kg
(C) Rs 70 per kg
(D) Rs 30 per kg
(E) Rs 80 per kg
Ans (B)
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the Pirul Lao-Paisa Pao in the Rudraprayag district on 8 May 2024.
He urged the people to actively participate in the campaign to prevent forest fires.
The forest fires have already destroyed trees, medicinal plants, and wildlife in the area, besides creating air pollution due to thick smoke and soot.
The Pirul will be weighed and stored at the collection center, and the villagers or youth will be paid Rs 50 per kg, which will be directly transferred to the bank accounts.
In Uttrakhand, Pirul refers to the Pine tree leaves. The Pirul has been traditionally used in Uttrakhand to make beds for domestic animals, as a fertilizer when mixed with cow dung, and to package fruits.
3. According to the Global Electricity Review report, what was the rank of India in the world in Solar power production in 2023?
(A) First
(B) Second
(C) Third
(D) Fourth
(E) Fifth
Ans (C)
According to the 5th “Global Electricity Review” report published by the United Kingdom-based global think tank Ember, India will become the third-largest solar power generator in 2023.
India, which was ranked ninth in 2015, jumped to third position in 2023, overtaking Japan.
Solar is the fastest-growing electricity source in the world for the 19th year in a row.
Solar added twice as much new electricity in 2023 as coal
The contribution of solar power to the world’s electricity was 5.5 percent in 2023.
At the 2015 Paris Climate Change Conference, a target of limiting the average global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius was set.
4. Varugeese Koshy, who has passed away recently, was famous for which game?
(A) Table tennis
(B) Badminton
(C) Tennis
(D) Chess
(E) Basketball
Ans (D)
Varugeese Koshy, a chess International Master and renowned trainer, passed away.
Known for his self-taught, hyper-modern chess strategies, Koshy became India’s number two in the 1990s.
Starting out as a rebel, Koshy was one of the few self-taught gentlemen of the chess world.
Koshy represented the country on various occasions but his biggest contribution to the game came as a trainer.
5. Who has been honored with the Global Pride of Sindhi Award 2024 for his societal contributions?
(A) Jetho Lalwani
(B) Arjun Chawla
(C) Vinod Asudani
(D) Pawan Sindhi
(E) Kanhaiyalal Lekhwani
Ans (D)
Mr. Pawan Sindhi has been honored with the Global Pride of Sindhi Award 2024 for his societal contributions.
The award ceremony in Mumbai celebrated his dedication to humanity, peace, and prosperity.
Mr. Sindhi thanked mentors, the press, and society for their support, emphasizing the role of service and respect in nation-building.
“Global Pride of Sindhi Awards 2024” beckons luminaries from diverse spheres – be it the corridors of business, the realms of arts, the bastions of academia, or the heartstrings of philanthropy – to converge in a jubilant symphony honoring those who have tirelessly championed Sindhi culture on the global stage.
6. NTPC Green Energy Limited has signed a pact with which state for renewable energy boost?
(A) Gujarat
(B) Maharashtra
(C) Karnataka
(D) Telangana
(E) Tamil Nadu
Ans (B)
NTPC Green Energy Limited and MAHAPREIT signed an MoU for developing renewable energy projects up to 10 GW in Maharashtra, aiming to advance NTPC’s renewable portfolio.
MAHAPREIT is a wholly owned subsidiary company of Mahatma Phule Backward Class Development Corporation (MPBCDC), a State Public Sector undertaking under Govt. of Maharashtra.
NTPC Green Energy Limited CEO: Rajiv Gupta.
7. HDFC Life has appointed whom as its chairman?
(A) Deepak Parekh
(B) Keki Mistry
(C) Renu Sud Karnad
(D) Aditya Puri
(E) Sashidhar Jagdishan
Ans (B)
Following Deepak Parekh’s resignation, HDFC Life Insurance has appointed Keki Mistry as its chairman.
Subsequently, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) granted approval for Mistry’s appointment.
Mistry’s industry involvement extends to his membership in the Primary Market Advisory Committee (PMAC) established by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
He also serves on an Expert Committee formed by SEBI to streamline regulatory provisions, chairing Working Group 1 of this committee.
8. Maharana Pratap Jayanti has recently observed on which day of May 2024?
(A) 07 May
(B) 08 May
(C) 09 May
(D) 10 May
(E) 11 May
Ans (C)
Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2024 was observed on May 9th 2024.
He was the revered king of Mewar, Rajasthan.
Born on June 9, 1540 (as per the Hindu calendar), Maharana Pratap’s valor and leadership during the Battle of Haldighati against Mughal Emperor Akbar are celebrated.
Notably, he spearheaded the first war of independence against Mughal Emperor Akbar.
The Battle of Haldighati stands as a testament to his courage and resilience, where he confronted the might of the Mughal army.
9. According to the World Migration Report 2024, which country has become the highest recipient of remittances, at $111 billion?
(A) India
(B) China
(C) USA
(D) Russia
(E) Japan
Ans (A)
According to the World Migration Report, 2024, India, Mexico, and China were the top three remittance recipient countries in 2022, followed by the Philippines, France, and Pakistan.
The report was released in Dhaka by the UN’s International Organisation for Migration.
India received $111 billion in all, the first country to reach and even surpass the $ 100 billion mark.
In 2020, it had received $83 billion.
China’s inward remittances in 2022 were $51 billion.
10. Which military unit of the Indian Army has successfully conducted a three-day joint exercise with the Indian Air Force in Punjab?
(A) Kharga Corps
(B) Rising Star Corps
(C) Gajraj Corps
(D) Chetak Corps
(E) Army Aviation Corps
Ans (A)
The Indian Army’s Kharga Corps, under the aegis of the Army’s Western Command, successfully conducted a three-day joint exercise with the Indian Air Force (IAF) at multiple locations in Punjab.
The exercise aimed to refine processes and validate the employment of attack helicopters in support of mechanized operations in developed terrain.
The exercise, titled “Gagan Strike-II,” incorporated various force multipliers.
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