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1 .

Noted theatre actor and director, 'Amir Raza Husain' has When did Passed Away?

A)

1st June 2023

B)

2nd June 2023

C)

3rd June 2023

D)

4th June 2023

Correct Answer : 3rd June 2023

Veteran theatre director-actor Aamir Raza Husain, known for his larger-than-life outdoor stage productions, died here at the age of 66. Husain was suffering from a heart-related ailment and passed away on Saturday (3rd June 2023).

* Hussain was known for his large outdoor stage productions such as "The Fifty Day War" based on the Kargil War and "The Legend of Ram".

* He was also the Creative Director of the Stagedoor Theatre company, established in 1974, which has presented over 91 productions and more than 1,100 performances.

* The actor was known for his unforgettable stage plays like ‘The Fifty Day War’ (2000) and ‘The Legend of Ram’. He is survived by his wife, muse, and creative partner, Virat Talwar.

* Aamir Raza Hussain was honoured with the Padma Shri by the government for his contribution to theatre.

* Aamir Raj has acted in super hit movies ‘Baahubali’ and ‘RRR’. He will also be seen in the movie ‘Adipurush’ which will be released on 16th June 2023.

* In 1984, his movie ‘Kim’ came to the audience. Also, in 2014, he came to the audience through the movie ‘Khubsurat’. He appeared in this romantic movie with Sonam Kapoor and Fawad.

* The theatre director, actor and writer, who operated the Stagedoor theatre in 1974, was the veteran of thousands of shows and hundreds of plays.

Born : 6 January 1957, Lucknow

Died : 3 June 2023.

Published On : June 4, 2023

2 .

Which Group has signed an MoU with the Gujarat government to set up a first-ever lithium-ion cell manufacturing gigafactory in Gujarat?

A)

Adani Group

B)

Mahindra Group

C)

Aditya Birla Group

D)

Tata Group

Correct Answer : Tata Group

Tata Group signed an agreement with the Gujarat state government to set up a giga-factory for manufacturing lithium-ion cells, with an estimated initial investment of around 130 billion rupees ($1.6 billion).

* A giga-factory of this kind will be operational in Gujarat for the production of the first-ever lithium-ion cells in India. This plant will have an estimated initial investment of around Rs.13,000 crore and will have a production capacity of 20 GWh.

* It will generate direct and indirect employment for more than 13,000 people.

* The state government is committed to increasing carbon-free, energy-efficient, and clean energy production by boosting the production of electric vehicles and reducing carbon emissions.

* An MoU has been concluded between the Government of Gujarat and the Tata Group in Gandhinagar. This MOU is an outcome of the newly formulated Electronics Policy.

* The CEO of Tata Group’s subsidiary company, Tata Agaratas Energy Storage Solutions Private Limited, and the Secretary of Science and Technology of the Government of Gujarat, Mr. Vijay Nehra signed and exchanged the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the presence of the Chief Minister.

* “Gujarat’s remarkable progress in achieving Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of net zero carbon emissions includes a commitment to 100 percent electric vehicle adoption and a significant reduction of 50 percent in carbon emissions by 2030," according to a state government document posted on its website.

* In this context, the usage of EVs will increase the dependence on lithium-ion batteries. With the establishment of Tata Group’s plant, Gujarat will become a leading state in lithium-ion cell manufacturing and will also receive assistance in setting up a battery manufacturing eco-system in the state.

* Chief Principal Secretary to the CM Shri K. Kailashnathan, Chief Secretary Shri Raj Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary Shri Pankaj Joshi, and senior officials from the Tata Group were present during the MoU signing..

Source : Mint

Published On : June 4, 2023

3 .

Which govt has signed (3 June 2023) an MoU with Bajaj Finserv to invest 5,000 crore rupees?

A)

Maharashtra

B)

Gujarat

C)

Uttar Pradesh

D)

Karnataka

Correct Answer : Maharashtra

Bajaj Finserv Ltd on Saturday (3rd June 2023) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Maharashtra government, to develop â‚¹5000 crore projects in Pune.

The MoU was signed by Harshdeep Kamble, Industry Secretary, Government of Maharashtra and S Sreenivasan, Chief Financial Officer, Bajaj Finserv. Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and Sanjiv Bajaj, Chairman and Managing Director, Bajaj Finserv.

The Bajaj Finserv Campus is planned in Pune and the project is expected to create 40,000 jobs and continue to develop Pune as a financial centre, the statement mentioned.

Work on the project will commence in 2023 and envisions state-of-the-art connectivity and facilities for business. The development will have a positive impact, both socially and economically, as it will create new jobs and business opportunities for partners, vendors, suppliers and contractors in and around Pune, as well as globally.

Source : Mint

Published On : June 4, 2023

4 .

Which Card launched country's first mobile-based expense management card?

A)

IndusInd Card

B)

Karbon Card

C)

LIC Card

D)

Citibank Card

Correct Answer : Karbon Card

Karbon Card has launched a mobile-based expense management card for businesses and individuals wherein it offers its users uncapped cashback of upto 1%.

* In comparison to other prepaid instruments like UPI and debit cards, which do not offer any cashback, Card ++ differentiates itself by providing interesting cashback offers, incentivizing people for their spending. The unique feature adds value to the card, making it an option for users.

* “We listened to our customers, understood the gaps in the market, and brainstormed an alternative that is easy to use. Card++ is the result of a solution to empower businesses and overcome challenges,” Kartik Jain, co-founder, Karbon Card, said.

* Karbon’s Card++ offers an expense management solution, empowering businesses to operate and is gaining popularity among startups and small and medium-sized enterprises as a payment platform that offers uncapped cashback rewards without any charges. Its features include the ability to make payments on various platforms such as Google, Amazon, Swiggy, and Ola.

* Since its founding in 2019 by Kartik Jain, Amit Jangir, and Sunil Kumar, Karbon Card has been committed to innovation, releasing products such as corporate cards, payout, and invoice management..

Source : Financial Express

Published On : June 4, 2023

5 .

World Bicycle Day is celebrated on which day every year?

A)

1st June

B)

2nd June

C)

3rd June

D)

4th June

Correct Answer : 3rd June

World Bicycle Day 2023 is observed every year on 3rd June to promote the importance of bicycles as a means of transportation, fostering sustainability, health, and well-being.

World Bicycle Day History :

* The history of World Bicycle Day dates back to April 2018 when the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution declaring June 3rd as the official day to celebrate the bicycle.

* The initiative to establish World Bicycle Day was led by Turkmenistan, with the support of numerous other countries where Turkmenistan proposed the idea to acknowledge and promote the bicycle's role in achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.

* The declaration of World Bicycle Day was a testament to the recognition of the bicycle's versatility and positive impact on various aspects of society. It emphasized the need to promote cycling as a mode of transportation that can address pressing global issues such as climate change, air pollution, traffic congestion, and sedentary lifestyles.

World Bicycle Day Significance : World Bicycle Day aims to raise awareness about the benefits of cycling and advocate for better infrastructure and policies that support cycling as a safe and accessible mode of transportation. It encourages individuals, communities, and governments to promote and embrace cycling as a solution to various societal challenges, including traffic congestion, pollution and sedentary lifestyles..

Source : Hindustan Times

Published On : June 3, 2023

6 .

Which Country to host world's largest Conservation Conference in 2025?

A)

UAE

B)

India

C)

Bangladesh

D)

United States

Correct Answer : UAE

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has won the bid to host the 2025 World Conservation Congress (WCC) of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

* The WCC is the world's largest and most important gathering of conservationists, and it is expected to draw more than 10,000 delegates from over 160 countries.

* The UAE has a long history of environmental protection, and it is home to a number of important conservation initiatives, including the Sheikh Zayed Desert Learning Center and the Al Ain Oasis.

* The 2025 WCC will be held in Abu Dhabi from October 10-21, 2025. The event will be an opportunity for conservationists from around the world to come together and discuss the most pressing environmental challenges facing our planet. The WCC is also expected to produce a number of important resolutions and recommendations that will help to guide future conservation efforts.

* The IUCN WCC in 2025 in Abu Dhabi is expected to bring an estimated 10,000-15,000 delegates from over 160 countries across the globe and will be an event which could galvanise conservation actions to protect our planet, amid local and global challenges.

* Established in 1948, IUCN has evolved into the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network.

* Today the organisation is well known for its knowledge products, such as the Red List of Species, Red List of Ecosystems, Key Biodiversity Areas and the Green Lists which are widely used in setting conservation priorities for threatened species, ecosystems and in identification of important areas for protection.ommendations that will help to guide future conservation efforts..

Source : AIR

Published On : June 3, 2023

7 .

Who has released the UGC (Institutions Deemed to be Universities) Regulations, 2023 in New Delhi on 2nd June 2023?

A)

Piyush Goyal

B)

Rajeev Chandrasekhar

C)

Rajnath Singh

D)

Dharmendra Pradhan

Correct Answer : Dharmendra Pradhan

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday (2nd June 2023) released the UGC (Institutions Deemed to be Universities) Regulations, 2023 in New Delhi.

* Speaking on the occasion, Mr Pradhan said that these regulations will facilitate creation of many more quality-focused deemed to be universities in an objective and transparent manner. He said, the new simplified guidelines will encourage universities to focus on quality and excellence.

* This will also strengthen the research ecosystem and have a long-term impact in transforming the higher education landscape. The Minister complimented UGC for this timely reform aligned with the National Education Policy 2020.

* The institutions deemed to be Universities shall follow the rules and regulations regarding fee structure and number of seats, issued by the relevant statutory bodies.

* The institution deemed to be University will provide fee concession or scholarships or allocate seats to meritorious students belonging to socially and economically deprived groups of society.

* Transparency in the functioning of the deemed to be university helps build a stronger relationship between students and institutions. The regulatory provisions enable institutions to be more transparent...

Source : AIR

Published On : June 3, 2023

8 .

India set to remain _______ largest export destination by 2030.

A)

USA

B)

UAE

C)

Japan

D)

Germany

Correct Answer : UAE

India is set to remain the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) largest export destination by 2030, according to a new report by Standard Chartered.

* "Future of Trade : New opportunities in high-growth corridors", forecasts that the UAE's exports will reach around USD 543 billion by 2030, showcasing a robust annual growth rate of 5.5%.

* The report also highlights that trade corridors anchored in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East are expected to outpace the global trade growth rate by almost four percentage points, propelling the combined trade volume in these regions to an astounding USD14.4 trillion, accounting for 44 percent of global trade by 2030.

* "India is set to remain the UAE's largest export destination by 2030, while exports to Turkiye, Vietnam and Singapore are among the fastest growing," the report said.The report attributed the UAE's strong export growth to a number of factors, including its strategic location, its well-developed infrastructure, and its business-friendly environment.

* "The UAE is a major trade hub in the region and has a strong track record of attracting foreign investment," the report said. "The country's government is also committed to promoting trade and investment, which will further support its export growth."

* The report also noted that the UAE is taking steps to diversify its economy away from oil, which will help to further boost its exports.

* "The UAE is investing in new sectors such as manufacturing, tourism, and logistics," the report said. "These investments will help to create new jobs and opportunities for the country's citizens, and will also help to boost its exports."

* The report's findings are positive for India, as it suggests that the country will continue to be the export market for the UAE. The report also highlights the importance of trade between India and the UAE, and the potential for both countries to benefit from closer economic ties..

Source : AIR

Published On : June 3, 2023

9 .

NGEL and Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (UPRVUNL) signed (31st May 2023) an MoU in Which City?

A)

Varanasi

B)

Kanpur

C)

Lucknow

D)

Noida

Correct Answer : Lucknow

NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) and Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (UPRVUNL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Lucknow 31st May 2023.

Aim : To collaborate in the development of Renewable Energy Parks and Projects and to facilitate in Government of India’s efforts towards energy transition.

* The MoU was signed by Shri Mohit Bhargava, CEO (NGEL) and Shri Nidhi Kumar Narang, Director (Finance), UPRVUNL in the presence of Shri P. Guruprasad, MD (UPRVUNL), Shri Praveen Saxena, Regional Executive Director (NR) of NTPC.

* Shri V V Sivakumar, GM (NGEL) and other senior officials of NTPC, NGEL and UPRVUNL were present during the occasion.

* The MoU envisages the two organizations to collaborate through setting up of floating and ground mounted Solar Projects in the Rihand reservoir, other water bodies and any available vacant land, development of solar PV Project dedicated for solarization of Ayodhya city and setting up of Renewable energy Parks and Projects wherever land is made available.

* NGEL and UPRVUNL shall jointly work for formation of Joint Venture Company (JVC) to meet the Renewable Generation Obligation, Flexibility in Generation and Scheduling of Thermal/Hydro Power Stations through bundling with Renewable Energy and Energy Storage.

* NTPC is India’s largest Power Utility, with a total installed capacity of about 72 GW (including JVs and subsidiaries). As part of increasing its renewable energy portfolio, a fully owned subsidiary “NTPC Green Energy Limited” (NGEL) has been carved out which shall take up Renewable Energy Parks and Projects including development in the areas of Green Hydrogen, Energy Storage Technologies and Round the Clock RE Power.

* UPRVUNL was constituted to set up and operate Power-generating stations in the state of Uttar Pradesh. At present UPRVUNL is having four Thermal Power Stations within Uttar Pradesh with an installed capacity of 5820 MW and one Thermal Power Station with installed capacity of 1320 MW under JV with NTPC.

* UPRVUNL is in the process of adding further 3300 MW capacity with super critical technology on its own and another 1980 MW in Joint Venture with CPSEs. At present, UPRVUNL is looking to diversify into Renewable Energy and Energy Storage sectors..

Source : PIB

Published On : June 3, 2023

10 .

Who signed an MoU for collaboration in the field of petroleum engineering and earth sciences?

A)

IT Bombay and HCLTech

B)

IIT Delhi and HCLTech

C)

IIT Kharagpur and HCLTech

D)

IIT Guwahati and HCLTech

Correct Answer : IIT Kharagpur and HCLTech

IIT-Kharagpur inked an agreement with HCLTech for collaboration in the field of petroleum engineering and earth sciences.

* HCLTech and IIT-Kharagpur will jointly develop innovative and sustainable solutions to address critical challenges of the petroleum industry, including reduction of carbon footprint, and provide significant sustainable solutions towards net zero, a statement said on Thursday (1st June 2023).

* We are pleased to work with HCLTech on this path-breaking initiative. Academia and industry need to forge such symbiotic partnerships that will be instrumental in advancing research and innovation in technology, besides creating a skilled workforce," IIT-Kharagpur's Dean (R&D) Chandan Chakraborty said.

* "Joint activities in research and knowledge development have tremendous potential for creating economic and social impact on society," he added.

* Under the agreement, HCLTech will provide opportunities to students and research scholars from IIT-Kharagpur to undertake projects and internships at the company, and use state-of-the-art technologies to develop digital solutions in the exploration, drilling and production of hydrocarbons, the statement said.

* Both IIT-Kharagpur and HCLTech will initiate collaboration on programmes of sustainability that includes discussions, podcasts and joint presentations at international fora on transformative initiatives in the oil and gas sector, it said..

Source : Business Standard

Published On : June 3, 2023