1. India has been re-elected to which major UN body for another term? A) UN Security CouncilB) UN Human Rights CouncilC) UN Economic and Social CouncilD) UN General AssemblyAnswer: B) UN Human Rights Council 2. The Ministry of Defence signed a contract worth ₹659.47 crore for which equipment? A) Bulletproof vestsB) Night sight systems for…
1. National & Economic Affairs RBI Appoints New Executive Directors Reserve Bank of India has appointed Sanjay Kumar Hansda and Sonali Sen Gupta as new Executive Directors. Sanjay Kumar Hansda assumed office from 6 October 2025, and Sonali Sen Gupta from 9 October 2025. This move will influence RBI’s decision-making machinery and could interplay with…
📰 National Affairs (India) India–EU FTA Talks Begin (14th Round) On 6 October, India and the European Union commenced the 14th round of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations in Brussels. Emphasis is on breaking deadlocks in tariffs, non-tariff barriers, regulatory harmonization, sustainability, and market access. Both sides aim to finalise the deal before year-end. Piyush…
1. National Affairs & Government / Policy RBI’s push to internationalise the Indian Rupee The Reserve Bank of India announced around 22 reforms aimed at boosting the use of the rupee in cross-border trade. Key steps include establishing direct conversion arrangements with UAE dirham and Indonesian rupiah, expanding rupee vostro account usage (for holding rupee…
1. National / India News RBI Monetary Policy: Rate Maintained at 5.50 %In the RBI’s policy review, the repo rate is likely to be held at 5.50 % as per consensus among economists. The central bank continues with a calibrated stance given inflation is within target and growth signals are mixed. Appointment: Shirish Chandra Murmu…
📝 Q1. What is India’s fiscal deficit target for FY26? a) 4.2% of GDPb) 4.4% of GDPc) 4.6% of GDPd) 5% of GDPAnswer: b) 4.4% of GDP Q2. How much has the Government of India planned to borrow in FY26? a) ₹12.5 lakh croreb) ₹13.8 lakh crorec) ₹14.82 lakh crored) ₹15.5 lakh croreAnswer: c) ₹14.82…
A. National News (India) PM Modi to attend Quad Leaders’ Summit and address UNGA Prime Minister of India to visit USA from 21-23 September 2025. He will participate in the 4th Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware. Also to address the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) during this visit. RBI directives on banking charges reduction…
Important National News Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) Deadline Approaching The Union Finance Ministry has set 30th September 2025 as the final date for eligible central government employees and past retirees under the National Pension System (NPS) to opt for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). Employees who remain in NPS after this deadline will no longer…
Quiz Instructions This quiz contains 10 multiple choice questions based on current affairs from 18.08.2025 Each question carries equal marks Choose the best answer from the given options Answers are provided immediately after each question Current Affairs Quiz – 18.08.2025 Question 1: Which two major highway projects worth approximately ₹11,000 crore were inaugurated by PM…
Quiz Instructions This quiz is based on the latest current affairs from August 16, 2025. Each question has four options with the correct answer provided immediately after. Perfect for SSC, Bank PO, IBPS, SBI, RRB and other competitive examinations. Question 1: What is the budget allocation for the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana announced…
