General Knowledge - Current Affairs 2009

Reliance Industries (RIL) in Nov 2009 announced the first discovery of oil in _______ which will add significantly to its hydrocarbon reserves.

Which of the following options is RIL's second major oil find after the offshore MA field in the Krishna Godavari (KG) basin off India's east coast ?

The two vessels, CGS Varaha and Vigraha, equipped with helicopters and rapid fire machine guns were given to Sri Lanka in _____ on lease when Colombo was preparing for the offensive against the LTTE.

In Nov 2009, Indian Navy planned to set up a forward operating base at _____ as part of its plan to fortify coastal security after the Mumbai terror attack.

The Indian Govt, in Nov 2009, decided to commission an Indian Coast Guard station at ______ in Maharashtra as a measure to strengthen coastal security.

In Nov 2009, Moser Baer India planned to invest as much as _____ over the next 10 years to expand its solar photovoltaic manufacturing facilities in Chennai and Hyderabad as the Delhi - based company eyes exciting opportunities in solar energy.

Which of the following options is the country's 4th Naval Command Headquarters and India's first state - of - the art integrated naval base which has been developed into one of the biggest coast guard bases on the Indian Ocean?

In recognition of distinguished service to the nation, President presented the Presidential Standards to _____ at AF station Gwalior on Nov 10, 2009.

It is situated in Garhwal Himalayas at an altitude of 2001 metre. It offers stunning views of the Doon valley and Shivalik mountain ranges located on a horseshoe shaped ridge. It is known as the 'Queen of Hill Stations'. Name the place.

The place is the abode of Lord Venkateshwara, the Lord of Seven Hills. An important pilgrimage centre, it draws lakhs of pilgrims every day. Name the place.