Latest Current Affairs- February 2014 First Week

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Q1. Who was appointed as the Chairman of the 7th Central Pay Commission on 4 February 2014?

Ans. Ashok Kumar Mathur

Note: He is the former Supreme Court Justice.  Vivek Rae, the Petroleum and Natural Gas Secretary will be the full time member director. Officer on Special Duty in the Department of Expenditure, Meena Agarwal will be the Secretary of the Pay panel. Its recommendation would be implemented from 1 January 2016.

Q2. Who was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Internet Giant Microsoft by the Board of Directors of Microsoft on 4 January 2014?

Ans. Satya Nadella

Note: Satya Nadella will succeed Steve Ballmer as the third CEO of the Microsoft firm.

Q3. Kumar Sangakkara, the cricketer of Sri Lankan national team on 7 February 2014 became the second person in the history of Cricket to score a triple century and a century in the same test match. Who was the first?

Ans. Graham Gooch

Note: Graham Gooch is the former skipper of England team. He achieved this reach by scoring 319 runs in the first inning of the match and 105 runs in the second innings. He achieved this record, while playing in the second test match against Bangladesh. But he failed to break the record of most runs in a Test match of Gooch by 32 runs as in 1990, Gooch scored 333 and 123 runs in two innings, which on aggregated becomes 456 runs.

Q4. Who has been awarded the Amazing Indian Award on 6 February 2014 by Vice President of India, M Hamid Ansari?

Ans. Arunima Sinha

Note: Amazing Indian Award was instituted by Times Now channel in September 2012. Sinha is the first Indian amputee to conquer Mount Everest on 21 may 2013.

Q5. Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) on 7 February 2014 announced that it has stopped the production of which iconic car brand that had been carrier for millions of middle class Indian families?

Ans. Maruti 800

Q6. Who won his second gold medal at the Inter Shoot Tri Series shooting at The Hague, Netherlands on 7 February 2014?

Ans. Abhinav Bindra

Note: Abhinav Bindra is the first Indian to win an individual Gold medal in Olympic, since 1900 the year our country participated in the Olympic Games.

Q7. Who took charge as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd. (MCX) on 1 February 2014?

Ans. Manoj Vaish

Q8. Who was appointed as the 8th Chief Minister of Uttarakhand on 1 February 2014?

Ans. Harish Rawat

Q9. Which team defeated Maharashtra by seven wickets to win Ranji Trophy 2014 at Hyderabad?Visit>>www.currentaffairs4examz.com

Ans. Karnataka

Q10. Who was appointed as the Chairman of Microsoft on 5 February 2014 by the Board of Directors at a meeting held in Washington, US?

Ans. John Thompson

Q11. Which state scrapped its approval for the foreign direct investment in multi-brand retailing on 1 Feb 2014?

Ans. Rajasthan

Q12. Who was appointed as Asian Development Bank (ADB)’s new Country Director for India on 3 February 2014?

Ans. M Teresa kho

Q13. Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian honour was conferred on cricket maestro Sachin Tendulkar (40) and eminent scientist Prof CNR Rao (79) by the President of India, Pranab Mukherjee on?

Ans. 4 February 2014

Q14. Who was appointed Director-General of WWF International on 6 February 2014?

Ans. Marco Lambertini

Q15. World Wetland Day was celebrated across the globe on?

Ans. 2 February 2014

Q16. Which company on 6 Feb 2014 has become the first telecom operator in India to be fully owned by a foreign firm since government allowed 100 percent FDI in telecom sector in 2013?Visit>>www.currentaffairs4examz.com

Ans. Vodafone

Note: Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved Vodafone's FDI proposal of buying out minority shareholders in its Indian branch for 10141 crore rupees. The CCEA approved the proposal of Vodafone's FDI on 6 February 2014.

Q17. Union Cabinet on 7 February 2014 cleared which bill with minimum changes in it and decided that Hyderabad will not get the status of a Union Territory?

Ans. Telangana Bill

Q18. President of Israel Shimon Peres set a new Guinness World Record on 6 February 2014. What was it?

Ans. He delivered the largest online civics class in the world. He delivered the classes using Cisco’s advanced technology.

Note: The classes will be conducted from the company headquarters in Netanya. At 90, he is also the oldest serving head of state in the world.

Q19. Who has been nominated as the Director of National Security Agency by the US president Barack Obama on 30 Jan 2014?

Ans. Michael Rogers

Q20. Which Indian was named special advisor on cyber security by United Nations on 3 February 2014?

Ans. Vivek Lall

Q21. Name the Oscar-winning American actor who died on 2 February 2014 at his flat in New York at the age of 46?

Ans. Philip Seymour Hoffman

Q22. Who assumed the role of Founder & Technology Advisor to the CEO of Microsoft on 5 February 2014?

Ans. Microsoft Founder Bill gates

Q23. Which mobile company launched an online campaign IndiaForShiva on Twitter to mobilise support for Indian luge athlete Shiva Keshavan on 5 February 2014?

Ans. MTS

Q24. India on 5 February 2014 extended the facility of visa-on-arrival for the tourists of ............ nations after barring tourists of eight nations?

Ans. 180

Q25. Name the eminent Hindi writer who has been selected for the prestigious Vyas Samman for the year 2013?

Ans. Vishwanath Tripathi

Q26. Which Tribunal on 7 February 2014 issued a ban on the process of burning of tyres at public places like roads and areas surrounded by residential buildings?

Ans. National Green Tribunal (NGT)

Q27. Name the Legendary bhajan singer who died in Kolkata on 6 February 2014 at the age of 93?

Ans. Juthika Roy

Note: She was awarded with Padma Shri in 1972.

Q28. Name the President of Zanzibar who was on a visit to India from 1 to 9 February 2014?Visit>>www.currentaffairs4examz.com

Ans. Dr. Ali Mohamed Shein

Q29. Which state Police launched a helpline number +91-8750871111 on 6 February 2014 for foreign nationals in distress?

Ans. Delhi

Q30. India’s first monorail service was inaugurated by the Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj chavan on 1 Feb 2014 at?

Ans. Mumbai

Q31. Name the Indian-American Professor who was appointed as the Dean of Princeton University Graduate School on 5 February 2014?

Ans. Sanjeev Kulkarni

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First in India Female Personalities | Women's Day Special

Today (08 March 2014) is Intrenational Women's Day. Know about First in India(Women)

>> The first woman president of India:            Smt. Pratibha Patil

>> The first lady to become "Miss World": Rita Faria

>> The first woman judge in Supreme Court: Mrs. Meera Sahib Fatima Bibi

>> The first woman Ambassador: Miss C.B. Muthamma

>> The first woman Governor of a State in free India: Mrs. Sarojini Naidu(1925)

>> The first woman Prime Minister: Mrs. Indira Gandhi

>> The first woman to climb Mount Everest: Bachhendri Pal

>> The first woman to climb Mount Everest twice: Santosh Yadav

>> The first woman President of the Indian National Congress: Mrs. Annie Besant

>> The first woman chief justice of a High Court: Mrs. Leela Seth

>> The first woman pilot in Indian Air Force : Harita Kaur Dayal

>> The first woman President of the United Nations General Assembly: Mrs. Vijaya Laxmi Pandit

>> The first woman Chief Minister of an Indian State: Mrs. Sucheta Kripalani

>> The first woman chairman of Union Public Service Commission: Roze Millian Bethew

>> The first woman Director General of Police (DGP): Kanchan Chaudhary Bhattacharya

>> The first woman Lieutenent General: Puneeta Arora

>> The first woman Air Vice Marshal: P. Bandopadhyaya

>> The first woman chairperson of Indian Airlines: Sushma Chawla

>> The first woman I.P.S. Officer: Mrs. Kiran Bedi

>> The first and the last Muslim woman ruler of Delhi: Razia Sultan

>> The first woman to receive Ashoka Chakra: Nirja Bhanot

>> The first woman to cross English Channel: Aarti Saha

>> The first woman to receive Nobel Prize:    Mother Teresa

>> The first woman to receive Bharat Ratna: Mrs. Indira Gandhi

>> The First woman to get Ashok Chakra: Nirja Mishra

>> The first woman to receive Jnanpith Award: Ashapurna Devi

>> First Indian woman to swim across the English Channel: Miss Arati Saha

>> First Indian woman to win WTA Title: Sania Mirza

>> First Indian woman Airline Pilot: Durga Banerjee

>> First Indian woman to win a Gold Medal in Asian Games: Kamaljeet Sandhu

>> First Indian woman to win the Booker Prize: Arundhati Roy

>> First Indian woman to go into space: Kalpana Chawla

>> First Indian Woman Minister of Indian Railways: Mamata Banerjee

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Postal Assistant Exam 2014 Model Questions from Mathematics Section for Preparation

Friends..here is some model questions from mathematics section for preparation.
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1. If 37% of a number is 990.86, what will be approximately the 19% of that number

(A) 600

(B) 400

(C) 500

(D) 700

2. A number, on subtracting 15 from it, reduces to its 80%.What is 40% of that number?

(A) 60

(B) 45

(C) 30

(D) 90

3. If ¾ of the number is 40 more than 40% of the same number.What is the number:

(A) 100

(B) 150

(C) 200

(D) 400

4. In library, 20% books are in hindi, 50% of the remaining in English and the remaining 9000 are in various other languages. What is the total number of books in english ?

(A) 4000

(B) 3000

(C) 2250

(D) None of these

5. Avinash spends 30% of his income on scooter petrol, ¼ of the remaining on house rent and balance on food. If he spends Rs 300 on petrol, Then what is the expenditure on house rent?

(A) 525

(B) 1000

(C) 675

(D) 175

6. 35% of 30 = 25% of ? +1

(A) 28

(B) 38

(C) 42

(D) 32

7. ? of 6144 = 2 ½ x 245.76

(A) 16

(B) 20

(C) 5

(D) 10

8. 12.5 of 192 = 50% of ?

(A) 48

(B) 96

(C) 24

(D) None

9 45% of ? + 30% of 90 = 30% of 210

(A) 120

(B) 80

(C) 60

(D) 90

10. one fourth of one third of two fifth of a number is 15. What will be 40% of that number?

(A) 120

(B) 350

(C) 270

(D) 180

11. If the cost price of 12 tables is equal to 16 tables, the loss % is

(A) 15

(B) 20

(C) 25

(D) 30

12. A man buys oranges at Rs 5 a dozen and an equal number at Rs 4 a dozen. He sells them at Rs 5.50 a dozen and makes a profit of Rs 50. How many dozens of oranges he buy?

(A) 30

(B) 40

(C) 50

(D) 60

13. Ajay bought 15 Kg dal at Rs 14.50 per Kg and 10 Kg at rate of Rs 13 per Kg. he mixed the two & sold the mixture at rate of Rs 15 per Kg. What is total gain in Rs

(A) 1.10

(B) 16.50

(C) 11

(D) 27.50

14. A producer of tea blends two varieties of two tea gardens one costing Rs18 per Kg and other Rs20 per Kg in ratio of 5:3. If he sell the blended at Rs21 per Kg, The gain % is?

(A) 10

(B) 12

(C) 19

(D) 22

15. Gopal purchased 35 Kg rice at Rs 9.5o per Kg & 30 Kg at rate of Rs 10.50. He mixed the two. Approximately at what price per Kg should he sell the mixture to make 35% profit

(A) 12

(B) 12.50

(C) 13

(D) 13.50

16. A profit of Rs 30000 is to be distributed among A,B & C in the proportion of 3:5:7. What will be the difference in B & C share?

(A) 2000

(B) 4000

(C) 10000

(D) 14000

17.A certain amount was devided between salim & Rahimin ratio of 4:3. If Rahim share was Rs 2400, The total amount was

(A) 5600

(B) 3200

(C) 9600

(D) 16800

18 A box contain Rs56 in form of coinsof one rupee, 50 paisa, 25 paisa. The 50 paisa coins are double of 25 paisa coins and 4 times the number of one rupee coins. How many 50 paisa coins are there in the box ?

(A) 64

(B) 32

(C) 16

(D) data inadequate

19. In a school 105 of the boys are same in number as ¼th of the girls and 10% of the girls are same in number as 1/25th of boys. What is the ratio o0f boys & girls in the school ?

(A) 3:2

(B) 5:2

(C) 2:1

(D) 4:3

20. The marks obtain by Praveen & Vijay are in 4:5& obtain by Vijay & Suresh are in ratio of 3:2. The marks obtain by Praveen & Suresh are in ratio of ?

(A) 2:1

(B) 5:3

(C) 6:5

(D) 5:6

Answers : 1. (C) 2. (C) 3. (C) 4. (D) 5. (D) 6. (B) 7. (D) 8. (A) 9. (B) 10. (D)

11. (B) 12. (V) 13. (D) 14. (B) 15. (D) 16. (B) 17. (A) 18. (A) 19. (B) 20. (C)

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March 8: International Women's Day

Know about International Women's Day

International Women's Day (IWD), originally called International Working Women's Day, is marked on March 8 every year.  In the year 1914, International Women's Day was celebrated on March 8 for the first time. The dates continued to fluctuate till the mid-40's. The UN theme this year is "Equality for Women is Progress for All".

>> International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities.

>> This year’s theme, “Equality for women is progress for all”  emphasizes how gender equality, empowerment of women, women’s full enjoyment of human rights and the eradication of poverty are essential to economic and social development. It also stresses the vital role of women as agents of development.

Message of UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on the eve of International Women's Day

"Countries with more gender equality have better economic growth. Companies with more women leaders perform better. Peace agreements that include women are more durable. Parliaments with more women enact more legislation on key social issues such as health, education, anti-discrimination and child support. The evidence is clear: equality for women means progress for all."

President of India’s message on the occasion of International Women’s Day

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee in his message on the occasion of International Women’s Day, which is observed every year on March 8, has said: -

“On the occasion of the International Women’s Day, I extend warm greetings and good wishes to women in all parts of our country. I thank them for their invaluable contribution in the making of our great nation.

Women in India have attained greatness through the ages – in political, academic and spiritual spheres. They enjoyed freedom and equal participation in public life in ancient India. In the Rig Veda, women are placed at the highest pedestal – ‘Yatr nariyastu poojayante ramante tatr devah’ or where women are worshipped, Gods preside there. The Taittriya Upanishad teaches us ‘Matridevo bhava’ or ‘Let your mother be God to you’.

Swami Vivekananda rightly said, “All nations have attained greatness by paying proper respect to women. That country and that nation which does not respect women has never become great”.

The principle of gender equality is also enshrined in the Indian Constitution. Not only does the Constitution grant equality to women, but also empowers the State to adopt measures of positive discrimination in favour of women. Empowerment of women must be regarded as not only an element of our efforts towards gender equality but also a critical step for stimulating their full participation in nation building.

We as a society must work towards changing negative perceptions about women. Women should be provided a safe, secure and congenial environment in which their talents can flower and they can contribute their full share in the building of our nation.

On this International Women’s Day, let us resolve to redouble our efforts for the protection and welfare of women. May the celebrations inculcate in every member of our society the highest respect for women.”

Women's Day 2014 doodle featured by Google for second-straight day

>> Women's Day 2014 doodle can be seen on Google's home page across the world. Interestingly, the video-based doodle first made an appearance on the eve of International Women's Day on Friday, and not too surprisingly, it continues to be showcased on the day that celebrates women's achievements in various spheres of life.

>> In the doodle, the Google logo features a play button in the second 'O' of the logo, which also depicts the Venus symbol for women - a small circle, with a cross below it. The Google logo in turn is surrounded by more Venus symbols. Hitting the play button causes a YouTube video to open up. The video has women from all walks of life wishing people Happy International Women's Day. Amongst other famous female personalities, the video features Malala Yousafzai and Asha Bhonsle.

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SSC FCI Final Result Published

 Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the final results of Assistant Grade III (General, Depot, Technical and Account Cadres) recruitment in FCI for the year 2013. The exam was held on 10th and 11th of November 2012 across India. The results were declared on 20.12.13 and next round written exam was held on 07.04.13 and the results were declared during September 2013. After completing the computer proficiency test here is the final result.

View the Final Results: Click Here

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Current Affairs Quiz Questions: 25 and 26 February 2014

1) A committee headed by which former Reserve Bank of India governor has submitted a compilation of positive and negative aspects of granting licences to all 25 applicants  to RBI on new bank licences on 25  February 2014?

(A) D Subbarao

(B) Dr. Y V Reddy

(C) Dr. C Rangarajan

(D) Dr. Bimal Jalan

2) Which automobile giant has appointed a woman to its board for the first time recently (Feb 2014)?

(A) Honda

(B) BMW

(C) Mercedes

(D) General Motors

3) Manmohan Singh, the Prime Minister of India on 25 February 2014 inaugurated Indira Paryavaran Bhawan in New Delhi. It will house the office of which union Ministry?

(A) Ministry of Petroluem and Natural Gas

(B) Ministry of Environment and Forest

(C) Ministry of External Affairs

(D) Ministry of Communication and IT

4) Asia Cup cricket tournament 2014 started on 25 Feb 2014. Which country is hosting the event?

(A) SriLanka

(B) India

(C) Bangladesh

(D) UAE

5) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) during February 2014 gave its approval for foreign equity participation up to 74% of the paid-up capital of which private bank based in Kerala?

(A) South Indian Bank

(B) Kerala Gramin Bank

(C) State Bank of Travancore

(D) Federal Bank

6) Name the Navy chief of India who resigned on 26 February 2014 owning "moral responsibility" for warship and submarine accidents over the last six months?

(A) Bikaram Singh

(B) DK Joshi

(C) Nirmal Kumar Verma

(D) Sureesh Mehta

7) Who has been awarded with Israel’s highest civilian honour, the “Medal of Distinction” on 26 February 2014?

(A) Pranab Mukherjee

(B) Barack Obama

(C) Angela Merkel

(D) Vladimar Putin

8) Which telecom company on 26 Feb 2014 said that its mobile commerce initiative called M-Pesa will be launched in south India in March-April?

(A) BSNL

(B) Airtel

(C) Vodafone

(D) Reliance

9) Admiral DK Joshi on 26 feb 2014 became the ................ chief of Indian armed forces to resign since independence?

(A) first

(B) second

(C) third

(D) fouth

10)  Ibrahim Mehlib has become the new prime minister of which country recently (Feb 2014)?

(A) Uganda

(B) Argentina

(C) Egypt

(D) Spain

Answers

1) Ans. (D) Dr. Bimal Jalan

2) Ans. (A) Honda

3) Ans. (B) Ministry of Environment and Forest

4) Ans. (C) Bangladesh

5) Ans. (D) Federal Bank

6) Ans. (B) DK Joshi

7) Ans. (C) Angela Merkel

8) Ans. (C) Vodafone

9) Ans.  (A) first

10) Ans. (C) Egypt

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