1. Recently, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW) inaugurated a Krishi Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) at which place? – New Delhi
The Indian Foreign Ministry has recently announced the withdrawal of Indian military personnel from Maldives.
Indian military personnel were operating two helicopters and a Dornier aircraft to provide humanitarian and medical evacuation services in the Maldives.
The Maldives government led by Mohammed Muizzu had formally requested India to withdraw its troops.
3. Recently which country has extended the time limit for visa-free entry of Indians? – Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has recently extended the deadline for visa-free entry for Indians once again.
Under this initiative of Sri Lanka, citizens of India, China, Russia, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia can travel to Sri Lanka for 30 days without visa.
This scheme was launched in October with the aim of attracting more tourists.
4. Which is the first country in the world to receive $100 billion in remittances? – India
John Swaney, a member of the Scottish National Party, has been appointed First Minister of the European country Scotland.
John Swaney’s appointment follows the resignation of Scotland’s first Muslim First Minister and Scottish National Party (SNP) leader Hamza Yousaf.
John Swaney served as Scotland’s Deputy First Minister from 2014 to 2023.
6. According to the report of Henley & Partners and the firm New World Wealth, how many cities of India are included in the top 50 richest cities in the world? – 2
The Widal Test, crucial for diagnosing typhoid fever caused by Salmonella Typhi, suffers from inaccuracies, complicating India’s battle against the disease.
Symptoms of typhoid overlap with other illnesses, necessitating precise testing.
Developed in the late 1800s, the test lacks reliability, prompting caution from the World Health Organization.
Despite its convenience, reliance on it risks misdiagnoses, escalating expenses, and fostering antimicrobial resistance, urging a shift towards more dependable diagnostics.
9. In which ocean is Kinmen Island located? – Pacific Ocean
Recently, the global governing body of wrestling, United World Wrestling (UWW) has suspended Indian star wrestler Bajrang Punia till the end of this year.
Earlier, the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) had provisionally suspended him after he refused to undergo doping test.
However, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) has approved around Rs 9 lakh for Bajrang’s training.
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11. Who has been appointed as the Chairman of HDFC Life? – Keki Mistry
The African Union (AU), comprising 55 member states, condemned the Israeli military’s incursion into Rafah, southern Gaza, urging the international community to halt the “deadly escalation” of the conflict.
Established in 2002, replacing the Organization of African Unity (OAU), AU aims to foster unity, cooperation, and development among African nations.
Guided by its vision, AU seeks an integrated, prosperous, and peaceful Africa through Agenda 2063, emphasizing African-led initiatives.
13. Where was the Army Welfare Placement Organization (AWPO) Summit- 2024 organized? – New Delhi
The 5th Joint Group of Customs (JGC) meeting between India and Bhutan convened on May 6th-7th, 2024, in Leh, Ladakh.
Meeting was co-chaired by officials from both nations, discussions centered on bilateral matters like new Land Customs Stations, trade routes, infrastructure, digitalization, smuggling prevention, and coordinated cross-border management.
Bhutan lauded India’s support for capacity building and cross-border trade initiatives through workshops and bilateral agreements, expressing gratitude for ongoing collaboration.
17. Where will the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting be held? – Kochi
The 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM) and the 26th meeting of the Environmental Protection Committee will be held in Kochi on 20-30 May.
In this meeting, India will formally announce the establishment of a new research station in Antarctica.
India has two active research stations in Antarctica – Maitri and Bharati.
