Tourism Ministry Launches 'As Seen on Netflix' Hub on Incredible India Portal
Developed jointly with Netflix India, the portal enables international audiences to explore real shooting locations and cultural heritage depicted in Netflix films.
The initiative leverages visual storytelling to bolster tourism, showcase local traditions, and boost India's creative economy.
Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos joined the launch event for a fireside chat on storytelling's contribution to global cultural tourism.
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Minister of State for Tourism: Suresh Gopi
Netflix Founded: 1997 | Headquarters: California, USA
Q Practice Quiz — 7 August 2026
1. What was the total transaction value processed by UPI in July 2026?
Explanation: In July 2026, UPI set a monthly record by processing 23.66 billion transactions worth ₹29.88 lakh crore.
2. What is the mandatory Compressed Biogas (CBG) blending target for City Gas Distribution entities for FY 2026–27 under the GOBARdhan scheme?
Explanation: Under the CBG Blending Obligation (CBO), City Gas Distribution entities must achieve blending targets of 3% in FY 2026–27, 4% in FY 2027–28, and 5% from FY 2028–29 onwards.
3. Which division within NITI Aayog formulated the report titled 'Reimagining Care: Strategies for Empowering Caregivers in Viksit Bharat@2047'?
Explanation: The report was formulated by the Social Justice and Empowerment Division of NITI Aayog through extensive stakeholder consultations and field studies.
4. How much Central Assistance was released to Uttar Pradesh between FY 2019-20 and FY 2025-26 under the SC/ST atrocity prevention scheme?
Explanation: A total Central Assistance of ₹747.17 crore was released to Uttar Pradesh during the 2019-20 to 2025-26 period to strengthen enforcement mechanisms and provide victim relief.
5. Which of the following statements regarding the Global Biofuel Champion Fellowship (GBCF) is correct?
Explanation: The inaugural GBCF cohort selected 15 researchers globally including two Indian scholars: Ruchi Agrawal (TERI) and Abhisek Sahoo (IIT Delhi). Each fellow gets a $15,000 grant for a 2-year tenure.
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