08-05-2020
1.Vizag Gas leaks claims 11 lives
2.India needs to enact Covid 19
Law.
3.First Day,First Show.
4.Slow but steady.
5.Toxic Disaster
6.SBI cuts lending interest,FD rates.
7.water Eisdam during Pandemic.
8.Gasping villagers rush out at dawn.
1.Vizag Gas leaks claims 11 lives
2.India needs to enact Covid 19
Law.
3.First Day,First Show.
4.Slow but steady.
5.Toxic Disaster
6.SBI cuts lending interest,FD rates.
7.water Eisdam during Pandemic.
8.Gasping villagers rush out at dawn.
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is an annual celebration of the principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. World Red Cross Red Crescent Day is celebrated on 8 May each year. This date is the anniversary of the birth of Henry Dunant, who was born on 8 May 1828. He was the founder of International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the recipient of the first Nobel Peace Prize
Question of the Day (Current Affairs)
Who has been nominated as a director on the Central Board of Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?
Who has been nominated as a director on the Central Board of Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?
Anonymous Poll
43%
Tarun Bajaj
22%
Arun Kumar singh
25%
Harsh vardhan shringla
10%
Taranjit Singh sandhu
Vizag gas leak
A gas leak, reminiscent of the 1984 Bhopal tragedy, has affected thousands of residents in five villages in Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.
The source of the leak was a styrene plant owned by South Korean electronics giant LG, located at RRV Puram near Gopalapatnam, about 15 kms from the coast city.
What is styrene?
It is a flammable liquid that is used in the manufacturing of polystyrene plastics, fiberglass, rubber, and latex.
It is also found in vehicle exhaust, cigarette smoke, and in natural foods like fruits and vegetables.
What happens when exposed to styrene?
Short-term exposure to the substance can result in respiratory problems, irritation in the eyes, irritation in the mucous membrane, and gastrointestinal issues.
Long-term exposure could drastically affect the central nervous system and lead to other related problems like peripheral neuropathy. It could also lead to cancer and depression in some cases.
A gas leak, reminiscent of the 1984 Bhopal tragedy, has affected thousands of residents in five villages in Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.
The source of the leak was a styrene plant owned by South Korean electronics giant LG, located at RRV Puram near Gopalapatnam, about 15 kms from the coast city.
What is styrene?
It is a flammable liquid that is used in the manufacturing of polystyrene plastics, fiberglass, rubber, and latex.
It is also found in vehicle exhaust, cigarette smoke, and in natural foods like fruits and vegetables.
What happens when exposed to styrene?
Short-term exposure to the substance can result in respiratory problems, irritation in the eyes, irritation in the mucous membrane, and gastrointestinal issues.
Long-term exposure could drastically affect the central nervous system and lead to other related problems like peripheral neuropathy. It could also lead to cancer and depression in some cases.
What are the symptoms?
Symptoms include headache, hearing loss, fatigue, weakness, difficulty in concentrating etc.
Animal studies, according to the EPA, have reported effects on the CNS, liver, kidney, and eye and nasal irritation from inhalation exposure to styrene
Symptoms include headache, hearing loss, fatigue, weakness, difficulty in concentrating etc.
Animal studies, according to the EPA, have reported effects on the CNS, liver, kidney, and eye and nasal irritation from inhalation exposure to styrene
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Question of the Day (Current Legal GK)
The US President Donald Trump has nominated which Indian-American lawyer as a representative to the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development?
The US President Donald Trump has nominated which Indian-American lawyer as a representative to the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development?
Answer Ashok Michael pinto
Explanation
Pinto, who has worked as a Special Assistant and Associate Counsel to former president George W Bush, was nominated as US Alternate Executive Director of IBRD for a term of two years. If confirmed by the Senate, he would replace Erik Bethel, who has resigned from the post.
Explanation
Pinto, who has worked as a Special Assistant and Associate Counsel to former president George W Bush, was nominated as US Alternate Executive Director of IBRD for a term of two years. If confirmed by the Senate, he would replace Erik Bethel, who has resigned from the post.
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Question of the Day (static GK)
The Buddha delivered his first sermon, known as 'Turning of the wheel of law' at which of the following place?
The Buddha delivered his first sermon, known as 'Turning of the wheel of law' at which of the following place?
Answer Sarnath
Explanation
Sarnath is a place located in north-east of Varanasi city near the confluence of the Ganges and the Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, India. The deer park in Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma, and where the Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna
Explanation
Sarnath is a place located in north-east of Varanasi city near the confluence of the Ganges and the Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, India. The deer park in Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma, and where the Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna
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Question of the Day (Current Affairs)
Who has been nominated as a director on the Central Board of Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?
Who has been nominated as a director on the Central Board of Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?
Answer Tarun Bajaj
Explanation
The government has appointed Economic Affairs Secretary Tarun Bajaj as a director on the central board of Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Bajaj replaces Atanu Chakraborty, who retired on April 30.
Explanation
The government has appointed Economic Affairs Secretary Tarun Bajaj as a director on the central board of Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Bajaj replaces Atanu Chakraborty, who retired on April 30.
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48 min past 12
26%
46 min past 12
16%
45 min past 12
6%
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09-05-2020
1.Shaping India Response in s global hinge moment.
2.US special envoy urges India to talk to Pakistan.
3.Green Tribunals directs LG polymers to deposit Rs 50 Cr.
4.Contempt of Labour.
5.Slower Growth and tighter Fiscal.
6.Vardhan for a mix of curbs & Relaxations.
7.Deliver Babri case verdict by Aug 31:SC
8.Novel Coronavirus;What secrets do X rays hold.
1.Shaping India Response in s global hinge moment.
2.US special envoy urges India to talk to Pakistan.
3.Green Tribunals directs LG polymers to deposit Rs 50 Cr.
4.Contempt of Labour.
5.Slower Growth and tighter Fiscal.
6.Vardhan for a mix of curbs & Relaxations.
7.Deliver Babri case verdict by Aug 31:SC
8.Novel Coronavirus;What secrets do X rays hold.
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09-05-2020
1.coronavirus Pandemic:How the worst Hit Countries are preparing for next phase of lockdown.
2.Why a recent verdict of Germany top court has sent shockwaves in EU.
3.Cautionery Tale.
4.Tragedy on tracks.
5.A decent Exchange.
6.Easing of Labour laws
7.Rajnath Singh inaugurates High Altitude Roads.
1.coronavirus Pandemic:How the worst Hit Countries are preparing for next phase of lockdown.
2.Why a recent verdict of Germany top court has sent shockwaves in EU.
3.Cautionery Tale.
4.Tragedy on tracks.
5.A decent Exchange.
6.Easing of Labour laws
7.Rajnath Singh inaugurates High Altitude Roads.
Operation ‘Samudra Setu’
Indian Navy launches Operation “Samudra Setu”.
About Operation “Samudra Setu”:
The Indian Navy has launched Operation Samudra Setu (Meaning: Sea Bridge) as a part of the national effort to repatriate Indian citizens from overseas.
Indian Naval Ships Jalashwa and Magar are presently en route to the port of Malè, Republic of Maldives to commence phase I of the evacuation operations.
The Indian Mission in the Republic of Maldives is preparing a list of Indian nationals to be evacuated by naval ships and will facilitate their embarkation after requisite medical screening,
A total of 1000 persons are planned to be evacuated during the first trip, catering for COVID-related social distancing norms vis-a-vis the carrying capacity and medical facilities available onboard.
The ships have been suitably provisioned for the evacuation operation. The evacuated personnel would be provided the basic amenities and medical facilities during the sea-passage & will be disembarked at Koch,Kerala.
Indian Navy launches Operation “Samudra Setu”.
About Operation “Samudra Setu”:
The Indian Navy has launched Operation Samudra Setu (Meaning: Sea Bridge) as a part of the national effort to repatriate Indian citizens from overseas.
Indian Naval Ships Jalashwa and Magar are presently en route to the port of Malè, Republic of Maldives to commence phase I of the evacuation operations.
The Indian Mission in the Republic of Maldives is preparing a list of Indian nationals to be evacuated by naval ships and will facilitate their embarkation after requisite medical screening,
A total of 1000 persons are planned to be evacuated during the first trip, catering for COVID-related social distancing norms vis-a-vis the carrying capacity and medical facilities available onboard.
The ships have been suitably provisioned for the evacuation operation. The evacuated personnel would be provided the basic amenities and medical facilities during the sea-passage & will be disembarked at Koch,Kerala.
Lily Thomas vs Union Of India
& Ors., (2013)
• In this case the Supreme Court in a PIL declared sub-
section (4) of Section 8 of the Representation of the
People Act, 1951, which allowed convicted members of legislative bodies a 3 month time period for appeal against
the conviction and sentencing, as ultra vires the Constitution.
• The Court ruled that Members of Parliament, Legislative
Councils and Legislative Assemblies convicted of crimes where they had been awarded a minimum sentence of 2 years imprisonment would cease to be members of the house to which they were elected from the date of
sentencing.
& Ors., (2013)
• In this case the Supreme Court in a PIL declared sub-
section (4) of Section 8 of the Representation of the
People Act, 1951, which allowed convicted members of legislative bodies a 3 month time period for appeal against
the conviction and sentencing, as ultra vires the Constitution.
• The Court ruled that Members of Parliament, Legislative
Councils and Legislative Assemblies convicted of crimes where they had been awarded a minimum sentence of 2 years imprisonment would cease to be members of the house to which they were elected from the date of
sentencing.
Passage
India has been at the receiving end of terror attacks carried out by Pak ISI instigated militant outfits like Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish -e -Mohammad and Al -Qaeda in Indian Subcontinent(AQIS).Indian diplomacyshould work on the democratic world to get it to denounce the medievalism that used religion as a tool of war and should likewise, persuade OIC chaired by Saudi Arabia to take a clear stand against countries invoking Jehad for sorting out political disputes in today’s times. Days after his visit to Washington, External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met with Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif for a meeting of the 19th India-Iran joint commission, including talks on the Chabahar port during a visit that could see him dealing with concerns of Indian expatriates over the Citizenship (Amendment) Act as well.
1.which of the following countries hadn't participated in Hormuz peace initiative?
A)India B)Afghanistan C)China D)Qatar.
2.Where is the headquarter of OIC is located?
A)Egypt (b) Guinea(c) Saudi Arabia (d) Chad
3.Where is the Chabahar Port situated?
(a) Gulf of Oman(b) Gulf of Aden (c) Persian Gulf (d) Gulf of Khambat
4.India – Iran signed “The New Delhi Declaration”. This declaration was about:
(a) Areas of possible cooperation
(b) Vision of Strategic partnership
(c) Document of completing Chabahar Port
(d) Increment of oil imports
5.what is the name of new currency of Iran?
A)Rial B)Dinar C)Toman D)Ngultrum
India has been at the receiving end of terror attacks carried out by Pak ISI instigated militant outfits like Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish -e -Mohammad and Al -Qaeda in Indian Subcontinent(AQIS).Indian diplomacyshould work on the democratic world to get it to denounce the medievalism that used religion as a tool of war and should likewise, persuade OIC chaired by Saudi Arabia to take a clear stand against countries invoking Jehad for sorting out political disputes in today’s times. Days after his visit to Washington, External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met with Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif for a meeting of the 19th India-Iran joint commission, including talks on the Chabahar port during a visit that could see him dealing with concerns of Indian expatriates over the Citizenship (Amendment) Act as well.
1.which of the following countries hadn't participated in Hormuz peace initiative?
A)India B)Afghanistan C)China D)Qatar.
2.Where is the headquarter of OIC is located?
A)Egypt (b) Guinea(c) Saudi Arabia (d) Chad
3.Where is the Chabahar Port situated?
(a) Gulf of Oman(b) Gulf of Aden (c) Persian Gulf (d) Gulf of Khambat
4.India – Iran signed “The New Delhi Declaration”. This declaration was about:
(a) Areas of possible cooperation
(b) Vision of Strategic partnership
(c) Document of completing Chabahar Port
(d) Increment of oil imports
5.what is the name of new currency of Iran?
A)Rial B)Dinar C)Toman D)Ngultrum
Question of the Day (Current Affairs)
Name the person who has been sworn-in as the Prime Minister of Iraq recently ?
Name the person who has been sworn-in as the Prime Minister of Iraq recently ?
Anonymous Poll
15%
Barham Salih
27%
Hassan Rouhani
55%
Mustafa al-Kadhimi
4%
5) Reuven Rivlin