National Affairs India-Pakistan Tensions A ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan came into effect on May 10, 2025, following mediation by the United States. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed multiple ceasefire violations by Pakistan, declaring that the Indian Army would respond “adequately and appropriately.” Pakistani drones were spotted across Jammu and Kashmir, Gujarat’s Kutch region,…
National Affairs 1. India-Pakistan Tensions Escalate India conducted targeted strikes on terror hubs in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) under “Operation Sindoor” Pakistan fired multiple missiles targeting areas in Jammu and Kashmir; all were intercepted by India’s Air Defense Units Pakistan reportedly launched around 500 drones targeting over 24 Indian cities, successfully intercepted by Indian…
International Affairs Historic Election of First American Pope: Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected as the 267th leader of the Catholic Church, becoming the first American pope in history. He has chosen the name Leo XIV. The conclave reached its decision in just 24 hours and 21 minutes after the doors closed to the Sistine Chapel….
National Affairs UK-India Free Trade Agreement Signed: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the UK Prime Minister on 06.05.2025, celebrating the landmark UK-India Free Trade Agreement announced yesterday. This agreement is expected to add billions to both economies and is the biggest trade deal the UK has secured since leaving the EU. Moody’s Cuts India’s…
1. What was India’s cargo movement record (in million tonnes) reported by the Inland Waterways Authority for FY 2024-25? A) 120.5 B) 130.0 C) 145.5 D) 155.0 2. Which act’s constitutionality did the Indian government defend before the Supreme Court in April 2025? A) Citizenship Amendment Act B) Waqf (Amendment) Act C) GST Act D)…
National Affairs Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India’s steel industry is confident and aims to achieve 300 metric tons of production by 2030, emphasizing the sector’s crucial role in India’s economic growth. The Government of India implemented transformative policy measures to promote underground coal mining to boost domestic production and reduce dependency on imports….
National Affairs National Panchayati Raj Day: India celebrates National Panchayati Raj Day on April 24, 2025, commemorating the date when the 73rd Constitutional Amendment received presidential assent in 1993, granting constitutional status to Panchayats. For the first time, the national-level function is being organized at Lohna Uttar Gram Panchayat in Madhubani district, Bihar, where National…
NATIONAL NEWS Pahalgam Terror Attack: Prime Minister Narendra Modi cut short his Saudi Arabia visit to hold a high-level meeting after terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. Army later killed 2 militants in Uri, foiling another infiltration attempt. State Mourning for Pope Francis: Government of India has declared a three-day state mourning following…
Which country recently raised tariffs on U.S. imports from 84% to 125%? a) India b) China c) Russia d) Japan Answer: b) China Under which international organization did Mauritius sign its first solar energy agreement? a) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) b) International Solar Alliance (ISA) c) World Energy Council (WEC) d) Global Renewable Energy…
Who emphasized the importance of multilateralism during the WHO’s 77th anniversary? a) Kirill Dmitriev b) Fernando Haddad c) Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus d) Vijay Prashad Answer: c) Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Which country approved Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service for a trial run? a) India b) Bangladesh c) China d) Russia Answer: b) Bangladesh…