NATIONAL NEWS (INDIA) Bank Holidays – 15 January 2026 Banks Closed: Due to Makar Sankranti festival, many states in India observe bank holidays and physical bank branches remain closed. Digital banking services (UPI, ATMs, mobile apps) continue operating. State-wise holiday calendar: Banks in multiple states will not conduct branch operations or routine physical banking services….
10 MCQs Based on Current Affairs (16.11.2025) Each question includes four options with answers below them. 1. As per the latest RBI report (October 2025), bank credit growth stood at: A) 9.7%B) 10.1%C) 11.3%D) 12.8%Answer: C) 11.3% 2. Deposit growth in Indian banks (YoY) as of 31 October 2025 was: A) 7.5%B) 8.9%C) 9.7%D) 12.2%Answer:…
1. Which cyclone made landfall near Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, causing heavy rainfall and strong winds? A) Cyclone NisargaB) Cyclone MonthaC) Cyclone FaniD) Cyclone AmphanAnswer: B) Cyclone Montha Explanation: Cyclone Montha hit the eastern coast of India near Kakinada with wind speeds up to 110 km/h, leading to widespread damage and transportation disruptions. 2. How many…
1. National Affairs The Cyclone Montha made landfall near Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh) with winds reaching up to ~110 km/h, causing flooding, uprooted trees, transport disruption and at least two fatalities. Standing crops over 1.5 lakh hectares were reported damaged. Rail and bus services across the affected zones have been severely disrupted. Over 139 trains were…
1. National News The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) intervened assertively in the foreign-exchange market, selling dollars to support the rupee. This has boosted the rupee to its strongest weekly performance in nearly four months. Indian bond markets remained stable; the 10-year benchmark yield closed lower amid expectation of easier monetary policy ahead. The government…
Here’s a 10-question MCQ quiz based on the Daily Current Affairs and GK Update for 09.08.2025, tailored for SSC, Bank PO, and other competitive exams in India. Answers are provided immediately after each question. RBI Monetary Policy: What is the current repo rate maintained by RBI as per the August 2025 review? A) 5.25% B)…
