NATIONAL NEWS UPDATES Bharat Bandh on July 9, 2025 Nationwide strike called by 10 central trade unions and farmer organizations to protest against government policies described as anti-worker and pro-corporate Over 25 crore workers from banking, insurance, postal, coal mining, construction, and state transport sectors expected to participate Major disruptions anticipated in banking services, postal…
Question 1 What is the current repo rate set by the Reserve Bank of India as of June 2025? a) 5.00% b) 5.25% c) 5.50% d) 6.00% Answer: c) 5.50% Explanation: RBI reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.50% in June 2025, changing the policy stance from accommodative to neutral to support…
NATIONAL NEWS Major Headlines PM Modi Concludes Historic Brazil Visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his five-nation tour after attending the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. India has taken over the BRICS presidency for 2026, with PM Modi announcing the theme “Building Resilience and Innovation for Cooperation and Sustainability” India Achieves SDG…
CURRENT AFFAIRS QUIZ – JULY 7, 2025 Question 1: What is the new policy repo rate set by RBI in June 2025? A) 5.00% B) 5.25% C) 5.50% D) 5.75% Answer: C) 5.50% The RBI cut the policy repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.50% in a 5:1 MPC vote decision. Question 2: Which…
NATIONAL AFFAIRS Banking and Financial Sector Major Financial Changes Effective July 2025 Aadhaar verification becomes mandatory for new PAN card applications starting July 1, 2025 Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) reduced by 100 basis points to support banking liquidity HDFC Bank implements 1% fee on monthly online gaming spends exceeding Rs 10,000 SBI revises Minimum Amount…
NATIONAL CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06.07.2025 Political and Administrative Updates Parliament Monsoon Session Extended: The Monsoon Session of Parliament has been extended from July 21 to August 21, 2025, instead of the earlier scheduled conclusion on August 12. The session will have a two-day break on August 13-14 for Independence Day preparations. National Sports Policy 2025…
Current Affairs Quiz Questions – July 05, 2025 Question 1 Which regulatory body imposed a complete ban on US-based Jane Street Group from the Indian securities market? A) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) B) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) C) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) D) National Stock Exchange (NSE)…
National News Updates – July 05, 2025 Banking and Financial Sector Developments SEBI Major Action Against Jane Street Trading Company Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) imposed complete ban on US-based Jane Street Group from Indian securities market Authority seized Rs 4,843 crore (approximately $567 million) as alleged illicit profits from market manipulation activities…
Main Takeaway: SSC CGL 2025 notification is out on 09.06.2025 for 14,582 vacancies. Apply online by 04.07.2025 and prepare for Tier-1 from 13.08.2025 to 30.08.2025. 1. Exam Overview Particular Details Exam Name Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Conducting Body Staff Selection Commission Notification Release Date 09.06.2025 Application Start Date 09.06.2025 Application End Date 04.07.2025 Total Vacancies…
1. Recruitment Overview Point Details Organisation Indian Overseas Bank Post Local Bank Officer (Assistant Manager – Scale I) Vacancies 400 Qualifications Any graduate from a recognized university Age Limit 20–30 years Pay Scale ₹48,480 – 85,920 (with increments) Application Fee ₹850 (General/OBC/EWS); ₹175 (SC/ST/PwBD) Selection Stages Online Exam → Language Proficiency Test → Interview 2….
