What is the new name of the COVID-19 variant that was first discovered in UK?

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Alpha

Beta

Gamma

Delta

Correct Answer : Alpha

The World Health Organization has named the B.1.1.7 COVID-19 variant that was first discovered in the United Kingdom as "Alpha".

Published On : June 2, 2021

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Sunita Williams is ready to fly into space, how many times has she traveled to space before?

Once

Twice

Three times

Four times

Correct Answer : Twice

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams is set to fly into space for the third time as a pilot in the first crewed test flight of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft.

Boeing's Starliner will fly to the International Space Station from Cape Canaveral, Florida. Butch Wilmore will travel to the International Space Station with 58-year-old Williams.

Published On : May 6, 2024

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When is the birth anniversary of former President of India Giani Zail Singh celebrated every year?

6 May

5 May

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Correct Answer : 5 May

The President of India, Draupadi Murmu paid floral tribute to former President Giani Zail Singh on his birth anniversary (May 5, 2024).

He was born as Jarnail Singh but later changed his name to Zail Singh. Giani Zail Singh served as the seventh President of India from 25 July 1982 to 25 July 1987.

Published On : May 6, 2024