Correct Answer :   Rhythm Sangwan

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India’s Rhythm Sangwan has won the bronze medal in the women’s 10-metre air pistol event at the ISSF World Cup 2023 for rifle and pistol shooters in Baku, Azerbaijan.

* She scored 219.1 in the final to finish third behind Anna 2016 Rio Olympic champion Anna Korakaki of Greece and 2004 Athens Olympics gold medallist Olena Kostevych of Ukraine.

* It was Sangwan’s first individual senior medal at the shooting World Cup..

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   YES Bank

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Goldi Solar, India’s most quality-conscious solar brand, has partnered with YES BANK to finance solar projects for its Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) customers, through YES BANK’s YES KIRAN programme.

* Under this programme, the Bank will offer financial assistance to MSME manufacturers, who wish to install solar panels at their premises.

* The platform will process all the loan applications for solar projects sourced from across the country for installation by business entities such as commercial institutions, industries, resorts, hotels, manufacturing units, and warehouses that can utilize this secured financing instrument to switch to solar power.

* Also, consumers can receive technical assistance at their doorstep and get loan approvals faster.

* Speaking on the partnership, Capt. Ishver Dholakiya, Founder & Managing Director of Goldi Solar, said, “Over the past few years, we’ve seen a significant behaviour shift in the Indian MSMEs towards green energy solutions. We anticipate that more small businesses will adopt solar power, increasing their competitiveness in domestic and international markets and contributing to India’s energy security and the decarbonization of power. With our partnership with Yes Bank, we’re excited to offer a financing solution to help MSMEs save on electricity costs and improve access to green energy.”..

Source : Solar Quarter

Correct Answer :   35th

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The Indian Navy and the Royal Thai Navy conducted the 35th edition of the India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) from May 3 to May 10, 2023, in the Andaman Sea, the Ministry of Defence said.

* The bi-annual coordinated patrol aims to reinforce maritime linkages between the two countries and ensure the safety and security of the international trade route in the Indian Ocean.

* The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Kesari, an indigenously built LST (L), and His Thai Majesty’s Ship (HTMS) Saiburi, a Chao Phraya Class Frigate, along with Maritime Patrol Aircraft from both navies participated in the exercise.

* According to the ministry, the patrol helps in understanding and interoperability between the two navies and facilitates the prevention and suppression of unlawful activities such as Illegal Unreported Unregulated (IUU) fishing, drug trafficking, piracy, and armed robbery.

* It also enables the exchange of information to prevent smuggling, illegal immigration, and conduct search and rescue (SAR) operations at sea.

* The Indian Navy has been proactively engaging with countries in the Indian Ocean Region towards enhancing regional maritime security as part of the Government of India’s vision of SAGAR (Security And Growth for All in the Region).

* The 35th Indo-Thai CORPAT is another step towards consolidating inter-operability and forging strong bonds of friendship between India and Thailand.

* The Indian Navy and Royal Thai Navy have enjoyed a close and friendly relationship that has strengthened over the years, covering a wide spectrum of activities and interactions..

Source : Mint

Correct Answer :   Lionel Messi

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Argentina footballer, Lionel Messi has been named the Sportsman of the Year at the 2023 Laureus World Sports Awards.

* He was awarded for his remarkable achievements on the pitch in the past year, which included leading Argentina to victory in the FIFA World Cup.

* Sportswoman of the Year : Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce (Jamaica) Athletics

* Team of the Year : Argentina Men’s Football Team

* Breakthrough : Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) Tennis

* Comeback : Christian Eriksen (Denmark) Football.

Source : Insidesport

Correct Answer :   HSBC Bank

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* The Reserve Bank of India on Monday (8th May 2023) said it has imposed a penalty of Rs 1.73 crore on HSBC for non-compliance with norms.
    
* This action is based on the deficiencies in regulatory compliance and is not intended to pronounce upon the validity of any transaction or agreement entered into by the bank with its customers, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said in a statement.
    
* The Statutory Inspection for Supervisory Evaluation (lSE) of the bank was conducted by the RBI with reference to its financial position as of March 31, 2021, and the examination of the risk assessment report and all related correspondences pertaining to the same revealed, it noted..

Source : Outlookindia

Correct Answer :   RuPay

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AU Small Finance Bank has partnered RuPay to roll out the Business Cashback Rupay credit card, an innovative solution tailored to meet the financial requirements of self-employed customers.

* This latest offering is aimed at providing a diverse range of benefits to small businesses.

* The credit card was launched in the presence of Dilip Asbe, CEO of National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and Sanjay Agarwal, MD & CEO of AU Small Finance Bank.

* AU Small Finance Bank’s Business Cashback RuPay Credit Card simplifies financial operations for businesses with benefits like upto 2 per cent cashback, 48 days interest-free credit, and instant loans. .

Source : The Hindu Businessline

Correct Answer :   Fakhar Zaman

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* Pakistan star "Fakhar Zaman" has been named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for April 2023, beating out tough competition from Sri Lanka spin wizard Prabath Jayasuriya and emerging New Zealand batter Mark Chapman.

* Fakhar led Pakistan's charge to their second-highest ODI run chase in Rawalpindi late in the month. The opener hit an unbeaten 180 to help Pakistan chase down a 337-run target against visiting New Zealand to take a 2-0 lead in the series. In a high-scoring contest, Pakistan won with 10 balls to spare thanks to Fakhar's knock of 17 boundaries and six massive sixes.

* Meanwhile, Thailand batter "Naruemol Chaiwai" has been adjudged the ICC Women's Player of the Month for April 2023, beating out competition from Zimbabwe's Kelis Ndhlovu and UAE's Kavisha Egodage for the coveted monthly award.

* Thirty-two-year-old Chaiwai turned into the rock of Thailand's middle order, underlined by reliable innings across her team's ODI series win against Zimbabwe. The right-hander struck two unbeaten half-centuries in the 3-0 series win, the first saving Thailand from a precarious position of 21/4, finishing 57* as the hosts fell to 154 all out..

Source : India Today

Correct Answer :   3

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Indian weightlifters finished the Asian Weightlifting Championships 2023 in Jinju, South Korea, with three silver medals.

* On Monday (8th May 2023), Ajith Narayana and Achinta Sheuli were the only two Indian weightlifters competing in the men’s 73kg category. However, the duo failed to add to India’s medals tally.

* Ajith Narayana, who was competing in his first international weightlifting event, topped Group B with a combined lift of 307kg (snatch 139kg + clean & jerk 168kg). Commonwealth Games 2022 gold medallist Achinta Sheuli, meanwhile, finished second in Group B with a total lift of 305kg (snatch 140kg and clean & jerk 165kg).

* However, after the final standings were announced following the completion of Group A, Ajith Narayana and Achinta Sheuli could only rank ninth and tenth, respectively.

* On Sunday (7th May 2023), weightlifter Jeremy Lalrinnunga managed to bag a silver medal in the snatch section of the men’s 67kg category despite failing to log a valid clean & jerk attempt for an overall ranking.

* Bindyarani Devi had opened India’s medals account at the Jinju meet with a silver medal in the women’s 55kg category on Saturday (6th May 2023). She also won a silver in the clean & jerk section with a lift of 111kg..

Source : Olympics

Correct Answer :   Delhi Metro

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Delhi Metro has launched QR code paper tickets for passengers of Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). The new facility has started and now allows travellers to use QR code-based paper tickets during the travel from metro.

* DMRC has said that the new system is an alternative to the existing tokens and smart cards and that the organisation has even modified its gates and counters to scan the QR codes and collect the fares. The QR ticketing system has been under trial for some time.

* According to DMRC, each station has two gates for entry and exit that can accept QR paper tickets. The corporation plans to make all the gates and ticket machines compatible with QR codes by June.

* Delhi metro is also aiming to launch mobile QR tickets by the end of this month. This will further make travel in Metro faster, easier and more convenient, as riders would not have to buy physical tickets at the stations or counters.

How to use QR paper ticket in Delhi Metro :

* Buy a QR based Paper Ticket (non-refundable) from the Ticket Vending Machine or the Customer Care Counter at the station where you want to start your journey.

* Scan the QR code on the ticket at the entry gate within 60 minutes of buying the ticket. You cannot enter from any other station than the one where you bought the ticket.

* If you do not scan the ticket within 60 minutes, it will become invalid and you will have to buy a new one.

* Scan the ticket again at the exit gate when you reach your destination station..

Source : India Today

Correct Answer :   Pushkar Singh Dhami

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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami released a book titled "Cyber Encounters" at St Joseph's Academy, Rajpur Road here on Sunday (7th May 2023). This book has been written by DGP Uttarakhand Ashok Kumar and former DRDO scientist OP Manocha.

* CM Dhami said that this book has been written on a very important subject. For this, he appreciated the efforts of both the writers and Prabhat Prakashan.

* He said that Ashok Kumar and O.P. Manocha have written this book analyzing cyber crimes and based on true incidents, it will help readers a lot to avoid cyber crimes.

* He said that in this book where on the one hand an attempt has been made to make people aware by mentioning true incidents, on the other hand, the book is also entertaining. Each page of the book will serve to inspire people to protect themselves from cybercrime.

* The CM said that Anil Raturi and Prof. Surekha Dangwal reviewed this book. They understand police, administration and society well. On this occasion, the CM also mentioned some important parts of the book..

Source : Devdiscourse