1. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman & Managing Director of NHPC Ltd.?
Correct answer: Raj Kumar Chaudhary. He has been appointed as the new Chairman & Managing Director of NHPC Ltd.
2. What action has the RBI taken regarding Housing Finance Companies (HFCs)?
Correct answer: Tightened regulations to align with NBFCs. The RBI has updated the regulatory framework for HFCs to bring it in line with Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs).
3. How much stake is Bharti Global acquiring in BT Group?
Correct answer: 24.5%. Bharti Global is acquiring a 24.5% stake in BT Group.
4. What was India’s retail inflation rate in July 2024?
Correct answer: 3.5%. India’s retail inflation rate in July 2024 was 3.5%, reflecting a decline in consumer price index growth.
5. Where is the Mitra Shakti 2024 military exercise being held?
Correct answer: Sri Lanka. The joint military exercise between India and Sri Lanka, Mitra Shakti 2024, is taking place in Sri Lanka.
6. Which institution topped the NIRF 2024 rankings in the ‘overall’ category?
Correct answer: IIT Madras. It retained its position as the top-ranking institution in the NIRF 2024 overall category.
7. On what date is World Elephant Day observed?
Correct answer: August 12th. This day is observed annually to create awareness about elephant conservation and protection.
8. What is the primary purpose of World Organ Donation Day?
Correct answer: To raise awareness about organ donation and encourage people to register as donors.
9. Who released the India Rankings 2024 under the NIRF framework?
Correct answer: Union Minister for Education Shri Dharmendra Pradhan. He announced the NIRF 2024 India Rankings.
10. What percentage of India’s inflation target has been set by the RBI?
Correct answer: 4%. This is the RBI’s target for maintaining inflation under control.
