Current Affairs, Banking Awareness & Competitive Exam Preparation
The history of banking in India is a fascinating journey that reflects the country’s economic evolution. From ancient practices like usury to the modern digital banking era, the Indian banking system has undergone significant transformations. This article provides an in-depth overview of the key milestones in the history of banking in India, organized for easy…
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, has been a focal point of debate in Indian parliamentary proceedings. Introduced to address longstanding challenges in the management of Waqf properties, the bill proposes significant amendments to the Waqf Act, 1995. Below is an in-depth analysis of the bill’s objectives, provisions, controversies, and its potential implications. What is the…
Multiple Choice Questions What is the name of the operation launched by India to provide humanitarian assistance to earthquake-hit Myanmar? a) Operation Maitri b) Operation Brahma c) Operation Samudra Setu d) Operation Vijay Answer: b) Operation Brahma Which Indian state recently received ₹33,700 crore worth of projects inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Bihar…
National News India Launches Operation Brahma to Aid Myanmar India initiated “Operation Brahma” to provide humanitarian assistance to earthquake-hit Myanmar after a 7.7 magnitude quake caused widespread devastation. Relief materials, including medical supplies, tents, and food, were sent via Indian Air Force aircraft. Rescue teams are actively working in affected areas. Prime Minister Modi Unveils…
MCQs Which country proposed a 50-day ceasefire deal to Hamas? a) United States b) Israel c) Egypt d) Saudi Arabia Answer: b) Israel Who is the President of Ukraine as of March 31, 2025? a) Volodymyr Zelenskyy b) Vladimir Putin c) Joe Biden d) Emmanuel Macron Answer: a) Volodymyr Zelenskyy What was the magnitude of…
International News Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Proposal Israel has proposed a 50-day ceasefire deal to Hamas, offering the release of half the live and deceased hostages held in Gaza. This follows Israel’s rejection of a previous mediator-backed offer involving only five hostages. Reports suggest harsh conditions for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli custody. US-Ukrainian Rare Earth Deal Conflict…
MCQs What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 29, 2025? a) 6.5 b) 7.7 c) 8.0 d) 7.2 Answer: b) 7.7 Which operation did India launch to provide medical aid to Myanmar after the earthquake? a) Operation Maitri b) Operation Brahma c) Operation Suraksha d) Operation Samudra Setu Answer: b)…
International News Myanmar Earthquake Devastation A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 29, leaving over 1,600 dead, 3,400 missing, and more than a million displaced. Neighboring countries, including India (New Delhi), China (Beijing), and Thailand (Bangkok), have sent humanitarian aid. India launched “Operation Brahma” to establish a 60-bed emergency treatment center in Mandalay. Partial…
MCQs Which country experienced a factory explosion in Izmir, resulting in one fatality and four injuries? a) Turkey b) Yemen c) South Sudan d) India Answer: a) Turkey Who inaugurated Techkriti 2025 at IIT Kanpur under the theme “Panta Rhei”? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan c) Union…
International News Explosion in Turkey: A factory explosion in Izmir, Turkey, resulted in one fatality and four injuries. The cause of the explosion is under investigation. (Capital: Ankara; President: Recep Tayyip Erdoğan) U.S. Airstrikes in Yemen: U.S. military airstrikes in Saada Governorate, Yemen, killed one person and injured four others as part of ongoing operations…
