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Q.: When did the Budget session of Parliament begin in 2025? -

January 31, 2025
Q.: Who addressed the joint sitting of both Houses at the beginning of the Budget session in 2025? -
President Droupadi Murmu
Q.: What is the theme of the New Delhi World Book Fair 2025?
We the People of India The New Delhi World Book Fair 2025 will begin on February 1 at Bharat
Mandapam in New Delhi. The theme of this year’s fair is “We the People of India”.
Q.: Where is the new 30,000-bed migrant detention facility planned to be built by the US?
Guantanamo Bay, Cuba US President Donald Trump has announced plans to build a 30,000-bed
migrant detention
Q.: On which occasion did over seven crore devotees take a holy dip in the Sangam at Prayagraj on
January 29, 2025?
Mauni Amavasya
Q.: What is the purpose of the Beating Retreat ceremony held at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi on
January 29, 2025?
To mark the end of the Republic Day celebrations The Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk in New
Delhi on January 29, 2025, marked the conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations.
Q.: What was the theme of Uttar Pradesh’s tableau that won the best tableau award at the Republic
Day Parade 2025?
Mahakumbh 2025 – Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas Uttar Pradesh’s tableau titled ‘Mahakumbh
2025 – Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas’ won the best tableau award at the Republic Day Parade on
January 26 at Kartavya Path, New Delhi.
Q.: What is the theme of the 38th National Games inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in
in Dehradun on January 28, 2025?
Green Games Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 38th National Games in Dehradun on
January 28, 2025. The event, held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. The theme for this
year’s games is “Green Games”.
Q. Who has been conferred with the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year
2024?
Jasprit Bumrah
Q.: What milestone does launch of NVS-02 satellite on January 29, 2025, mark for ISRO from
Sriharikota?
100th launch On January 29, 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully
launched the NVS-02 satellite from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. This mission,
conducted using the GSLV-F15 rocket, marks ISRO’s 100th launch from Sriharikota.
Q.: Who has been crowned the ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year for performance in 2024?
Smriti Mandhana India’s opener and vice-captain, Smriti Mandhana, has been named the ICC Women’s
ODI Cricketer of the Year 2024 for her exceptional performance.
Q.: Who was honoured with the Padma Shri in 2025 for transforming apple cultivation in India?
Hariman Sharma Hariman Sharma, a farmer from Himachal Pradesh, received the Padma Shri for his
revolutionary contribution to Indian agriculture. He developed HRMN-99, a self-pollinating, low-chilling
apple variety.
Q.: Who was named the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year 2024?
Jasprit Bumrah Jasprit Bumrah has been awarded the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year 2024 for his
outstanding performance. He took an astonishing 71 wickets while bowling 357 overs in 13 matches, at
an average of 14.92 in 2024.
Q.: What is the total amount the RBI plans to inject into the banking system in 2025?
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Rs 1.1 lakh crore On January 27, 2025, the RBI announced a plan to inject Rs 1.1 lakh crore into the
banking system via open market purchases of securities, a variable rate repo auction, and a $5 billion
dollar-rupee swap auction.
Q.: Which former Chief Justice of India received the Padma Vibhushan Award in 2025?
Jagdish Singh Khehar
Q.: Who is the former head of Suzuki Motors honored with a Padma Vibhushan Award in 2025?
Osamu Suzuki
Q.: What is the primary objective of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for Central Government
employees ?
To provide an optional pension plan under NPS
Q.: Which state’s tableau won the Best Tableau Award on the 76th Republic Day celebration?
Uttar Pradesh Best Tableau Award: Uttar Pradesh’s tableau depicting the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj
won the Best Tableau Award on Republic day celebration 2025.
Q.: Who won the 9th Johor International Open chess tournament in Malaysia in January 2025?
Iniyan Panneerselvam Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Panneerselvam, 22, secured the title at the 9th Johor
International Open chess tournament in Malaysia on 24 Jan 2025.
Q.: Who was elected as Ireland’s Prime Minister in January 2025?
Micheál Martin On January 24, 2025, Micheál Martin, leader of Fianna Fáil, was elected as Ireland’s
Prime Minister for the second time by the Dáil (Irish Parliament).
Q.: What is the name of the Battlefield Surveillance System flagged off by the defence minister in
January 2025?
SANJAY Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on January 24, 2025, flagged off the Battlefield Surveillance
System SANJAY in New Delhi.
Q.: When is National Voters’ Day celebrated in India?
January 25 India celebrated the 15th National Voters’ Day on January 25, 2025. This day marks the
foundation of the Election Commission of India (ECI) in 1950.
Q.: When is National Girl Child Day celebrated in India?
January 24 National Girl Child Day is celebrated annually on January 24 in India.
Q.: What is the main objective of India’s Deep Ocean Mission?
Underwater resource exploration and enhancing knowledge of deep-sea ecosystems India is set to
launch its first human-operated underwater submersible in 2025 as part of the Deep Ocean Mission.
Q.: In which category has the Indian short film Anuja been nominated for the Oscars 2025?
Best Short Film (Live Action) The Indian short film Anuja has been nominated in the Best Short Film
(Live Action) category for the 2025 Oscars.
Q.: Parakram Diwas is celebrated every year on January 23 to honor the birth anniversary of which
Indian leader?
Subhas Chandra Bose Netaji was born on January 23, 1897, in Cuttack, Odisha.
Q.: What is the new Minimum Support Price (MSP) for raw jute for the 2025-26 marketing season?
₹5,650 per quintal
Q.: What is the theme for the 76th Republic Day Parade?
Swarnim Bharat: Virasat Aur Vikas The 76th Republic Day Parade, a total of 26 tableaux from various
states, union territories, and Union Ministries will showcase India’s cultural diversity and inclusiveness.
The overarching theme is “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat Aur Vikas”.
Q.: What is the name of the garden at Rashtrapati Bhavan that will be open to the public from
February 2 to March 30, 2025?
Amrit Udyan Amrit Udyan at Rashtrapati Bhavan will be open to the public from February 2 to March
30
Q.: The 10th anniversary of which government scheme was celebrated on January 22, 2025?
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Beti Bachao Beti Padhao The Ministry of Women and Child Development celebrated the 10th
anniversary of the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme, a flagship initiative to protect, educate,
and empower girls in India.
Q.: What was the Sex Ratio at Birth (SRB) in India as per the data from 2023-24 under the Beti
Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme?
930 Sex Ratio at Birth (SRB): Improved from 918 (2014-15) to 930 (2023-24).
Q.: Who appointed the Neutral Expert to resolve the dispute between India and Pakistan over the
Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects?
World Bank On January 21, 2025, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced that the World
Bank-appointed Neutral Expert declared competence to resolve differences between India
and Pakistan regarding the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir, under
the Indus Water Treaty.
Q.: Which treaty governs the dispute between India and Pakistan over the Kishenganga and Ratle
hydroelectric projects?
Indus Water Treaty
Q.: Who became the 47th President of the United States?
Donald Trump Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on January 20,
2025.
Q.: Who was sworn in as Vice President alongside Donald Trump in January 2025?
J.D. Vance
Q.: Which state approved the manual for implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in January
2025?
Uttarakhand The Uttarakhand State Cabinet approved the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) manual on 20
January 2025, marking a step toward its implementation.
Q.: Who is the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand who announced the approval of the UCC manual in
January 2025?
Pushkar Singh Dhami
Q.: What is the primary purpose of Entity Locker?
Managing business and organizational documents government has launched a new digital platform
called ‘Entity Locker’ for managing and verifying business and organizational documents.
Q.: Which organization developed the Entity Locker platform?
National eGovernance Division (NeGD) ‘Entity Locker’ developed by the National eGovernance Division
(NeGD)
Q.: Which country won both the Women’s and Men’s finals of the Kho Kho World Cup 2025?
India
Q.: Who was the captain of the Indian Women’s Kho Kho team during the Kho Kho World Cup 2025?
Priyanka Ingle
Q.: When did the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas take effect?
January 19, 2025 The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which took effect on January 19, 2025,
marks a significant step towards ending the 15-month-long conflict.
Q.: When did the 55th World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting take place in Davos,
Switzerland?
January 20-24, 2025 The 55th World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting took place from January
20-24, 2025, in Davos, Switzerland.
Q.: Who has been named the captain of India’s squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?
Rohit Sharma India Squad for Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill (vice-
captain)
Q.: What is the name of the mission under which India achieved its first space docking?
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SpaDeX On 16 January 2025, ISRO announced that India successfully achieved space docking under the
SpaDeX mission, becoming the fourth country in the world to do so, after Russia, the USA, and China.
Q.: Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, held from January 17 to January 22, 2025, is related to which
sector/industry?
Automotive and Mobility PM Modi inaugurated the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 on January 17,
2025. This significant automotive industry expo showcases over 100 new launches in vehicles,
components, and technologies, attracting more than 5,000 global buyers.
Q.: What is the highest sporting honor awarded at the National Sports Awards?
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award
Q.: Who among the following received the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award in 2024?
Manu Bhaker Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award: D. Gukesh (World Chess Champion), Manu
Bhaker (Olympic double medalist), Harmanpreet Singh (Men’s Hockey Team Captain), Praveen Kumar
(Paralympic gold medalist)
Q.: Which Indian startup, supported by Google, launched the Firefly constellation in January 2025,
consisting of six satellites and making it the world’s highest-resolution commercial hyperspectral
imaging constellation?
Pixxel Space Pixxel Space, a Bengaluru-based startup backed by Google, launched its first private
satellite constellation, Firefly, on January 14, 2025, using a SpaceX rocket from California.
Q.: What is the main goal of the SVAMITVA Scheme?
To provide a Record of Rights to property owners in rural areas On January 18, 2025, Prime Minister
Narendra Modi distributed over 65 lakh property cards under the SVAMITVA Scheme to beneficiaries
across 50,000 villages.
Q.: When is the term of the 7th Pay Commission expected to end?
2026 The government announced the setting up of the 8th Pay Commission for central government
employees and pensioners on 16 January 2025. 7th Pay Commission term ends in 2026.
Q.: Who will be the Chief Guest at India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations in 2025?
Prabowo Subianto, President of Indonesia President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, will be the Chief
Guest at India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations in 2025.
Q.: Where is the Satish Dhawan Space Centre located?
Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh On 16 January 2025, Cabinet approved a Third Launch Pad at Satish
Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, at a cost of ₹3985 crore.
Q.: In the QS World Future Skills Index released in January 2025, which position did India secure?
2nd India has secured the 2nd spot in the QS World Future Skills Index released in January 2025,
highlighting its excellence in digital skills and readiness for future job markets, particularly in AI, digital
technology, and green industries.
Q.: The US has removed sanctions on which three Indian entities in January 2025?
BARC, IREL, and IGCAR The US has removed sanctions on three Indian entities—Bhabha Atomic
Research Centre (BARC), Indian Rare Earths Ltd (IREL), and Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research
(IGCAR).
Q.: In which event is “Sanskriti ka Mahakumbh” held from January 16 to February 24, 2025?
Maha Kumbh Mela Sanskriti ka Mahakumbh is a grand cultural festival held during the Maha Kumbh
Mela, from January 16 to February 24, 2025.
Q.: India registered its largest-ever win in Women’s cricket by how many runs against Ireland in
January 2025?
304 runs In Women’s Cricket, India achieved its largest-ever win by 304 runs against Ireland in the 3rd
ODI in Rajkot, Gujarat, on 15 January 2025.
Q.: What is the name of the programme launched to provide seamless immigration facilities at
airports?
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Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) Union Home Minister Amit Shah
inaugurated the ‘Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP)’ on 16 January 2025
at airports in Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Cochin, and Ahmedabad.
Q.: What is the expected total strength of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) after the the
creation of two new battalions in January 2025?
Nearly 2 lakh The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the creation of two new battalions for
the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). With this expansion, the CISF’s total strength will rise to
nearly 200,000 personnel
Q.: Who was the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army?
General KM Cariappa On 15 January 1949 General KM Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-
in-Chief of the Indian Army, taking over from General Sir FRR Bucher, the last British Commander-in-
Chief.
Q.: When did Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam arrive in New Delhi for his five days
state visit to India?
15 January 2025 Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has arrived in New Delhi on a five-day
state visit to India starting from 15 January 2025.
Q.: What zodiac sign does the Sun enter on Makar Sankranti?
Capricorn Makar Sankranti is a vibrant Hindu festival celebrated across India, marking the transition of
the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makara).
Q.: In which Indian state is Makar Sankranti celebrated as Pongal?
Tamil Nadu Makar Sankranti is known by various names like Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Uttarayan in
Gujarat, and Lohri in Punjab.
Q.: Where is the Sonamarg Tunnel located?
Jammu & Kashmir Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sonamarg Tunnel in Central
Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on January 13, 2025.
Q.: Who became the highest individual scorer in Women’s Under 19 One Day Trophy history ?
Ira Jadhav On January 13, 2024, Ira Jadhav from Mumbai became the highest individual scorer in
Women’s Under 19 One Day Trophy history. The 14-year-old prodigy played an unbeaten inning of 346
runs off 157 balls against Meghalaya at the Alur Cricket Stadium in Bengaluru.
Q.: Who is leading the Indian men’s team in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025?
Pratik Waikar Kho Kho World Cup 2025 tournament features 20 men’s and 19 women’s teams. India’s
men’s team, led by Pratik Waikar, is in Group A alongside Nepal, Peru, Brazil, and Bhutan.
Q.: Who has been named the captain of the Indian T20I team for the series against England?
Suryakumar Yadav Suryakumar Yadav will captain the team, with Axar Patel as vice-captain for the five-
match T20I series against England, starting on 22 January 2025 in Kolkata.
Q.: Which prominent figure’s birth anniversary is commemorated on National Youth Day on January
12th?
Swami Vivekananda National Youth Day is celebrated on January 12th each year in India. This day
commemorates the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda
Q.: On which occasion did the Maha Kumbh 2025 begin in Prayagraj?
Paush Poornima The Maha Kumbh, the world’s largest spiritual and cultural gathering, began on 13
January 2025 in Prayagraj with the Amrit Snan on Paush Poornima.
Q.: Which rivers meet at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj?
Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati
Q.: What has India joined in relation to Big Data and Data Science in January 2025?
UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics
Q.: Who has been awarded the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award 2025?
Dr. Syed Anwar Khursheed Dr. Syed Anwar Khursheed, a renowned Indian physician in Saudi Arabia,
has been awarded the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award 2025.
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Q.: In which cities will the 21st edition of the Third Eye Asian Film Festival held from January 10 to
January 16, 2025?
Mumbai and Thane The 21st edition of the Third Eye Asian Film Festival will be held from January 10 to
January 16, 2025, in Mumbai and Thane.
Q.: What is the name of the sixth Scorpene submarine handed over to the Indian Navy by Mazagon
Dock Shipbuilders Limited in January 2025?
Vaghsheer Mumbai-based Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited handed over the sixth Scorpene
submarine, Vaghsheer, of Project P-75 to the Indian Navy on January 10, 2025.
Q.: What natural factor has contributed to the intensity of the wildfires in Los Angeles in January
2025?
Santa Ana winds Wildfires have been wreaking havoc in Los Angeles. The fires have been fueled by
strong Santa Ana winds, reaching speeds of up to 100 mph, and extremely dry conditions.
Q.: Which organization led the Indian delegation, comprising 125 companies, at ArabPlast 2025 in
Dubai, emphasizing sustainable manufacturing solutions and circular economy initiatives?
PLEXCONCIL The 17th edition of ArabPlast, West Asia’s premier trade exhibition for plastics and
petrochemicals, opened on January 7, 2025, in Dubai. India’s delegation, led by the Plastic Export
Promotion Council of India (PLEXCONCIL), includes 125 companies
Q.: How many special guests have been invited to witness the 76th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya
Path, New Delhi, on January 26, 2025?
10,000 The Ministry of Defence announced that around 10,000 special guests will witness the 76th
Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on January 26. These guests, known as the
“architects of Swarnim Bharat,” are recognized for their contributions to various government schemes.
Q.: Who became the President of Ghana in January, 2025?
John Dramani Mahama John Dramani Mahama was sworn in as President of Ghana on January 7, 2025.
This marked his return to office after winning the December 2024 presidential election with 56.55% of
the vote.
Q.:What is the projected GDP growth rate for India in the fiscal year 2024-25, as per the National
Statistics Office (NSO)?
6.4% India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to grow at 6.4% in the fiscal year 2024-25, as
per the first advance estimates by the National Statistics Office (NSO).
Q.: Where was the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas held from January 8 to 10, 2025?
Bhubaneswar, Odisha The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) was celebrated from January 8 to 10,
2025, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Q.: Where was Indusfood 2025 held from January 8 to 10, 2025?
Greater Noida Indusfood 2025, held from January 8 to 10 at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, is
Asia’s premier Food and Beverage Trade Show.
Q.: Who has been elected as the new President of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI)?
Bahadur Singh Sagoo Bahadur Singh Sagoo (Asian Games champion in Men’s Shot Put) elected as the
new President of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI). Election announced during the two-day Annual
General Assembly Meeting in Chandigarh (7 January 2025).
Q.: Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of ISRO?
V Narayanan V Narayanan appointed as the new Chairman of ISRO and Secretary of the Department of
Space. He will assume office on January 14, succeeding S Somanath.
Q.: What is the voter population for the Delhi Assembly elections 2025?
Over 1.55 crore Polling Stations: 13,033 polling stations will be set up for over 1.55 crore voters in
Delhi.
Q. Who is the current Chief Election Commissioner of India as on January 2025?
Rajiv Kumar
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Q.: What is the name of India’s first cable-stayed rail bridge, part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-
Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) Project, located in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir?
Anji Khad Bridge The Indian Railways has completed the Anji Khad Bridge, India’s first cable-stayed rail
bridge, as part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) Project.
Q.: Which Indian organization partnered with Microsoft to drive AI adoption and development in
India?
IndiaAI IndiaAI, an Independent Business Division under Digital India Corporation, signed a
Memorandum of Understanding with Microsoft on January 8, 2025, to boost Artificial Intelligence (AI)
adoption and development in India.
Q.: Who won the Under-17 Girls’ Singles title at the British Junior Open Squash Tournament in 2025?
Anahat Singh Anahat Singh, a 16-year-old top-seed Indian squash player, won the Under-17 Girls’
Singles title at the British Junior Open 2025 in Birmingham, England, on 6 January 2025.
Q.: What is the primary purpose of the Bharatpol portal?
Enhancing international cooperation in criminal investigations The Bharatpol portal aims to streamline
international cooperation in criminal investigations by enabling real-time information sharing among
Indian law enforcement agencies and their international counterparts through Interpol.
Q.: Which agency developed the Bharatpol portal?
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) The Bharatpol portal is a new initiative developed by the Central
Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in India.
Q.: Where will the 15th edition of Aero India 2025 be held from 10th to 14th February 2025?
Bengaluru The 15th edition of Aero India 2025, Asia’s largest aero show, will be held at the Air Force
Station, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, from 10th to 14th February 2025.
Q.: Who is the Microsoft Chairman and CEO who met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in
January 2025?
Satya Nadella On 6th January 2025, Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella met with Prime
Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. They discussed technology, innovation, and artificial
intelligence.
Q.: Who resigned from the position of Prime Minister of Canada in January 2025, after being in office
for 9 years?
Justin Trudeau Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on January 6, 2025.
Q.: Which company was awarded the contract for the construction of the Ammunition Cum Torpedo
Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barges?
Suryadipta Projects Pvt. Ltd., Thane The contract for 11 ACTCM Barges was awarded to M/s Suryadipta
Projects Pvt. Ltd., Thane, on 05 Mar 2021. Seven barges have been delivered as on Jan 2025.
Q.: Which station connects the Namo Bharat Train to the Metro’s Blue and Pink lines?
Anand Vihar Namo Bharat Train Connectivity: Connects with the Blue and Pink Metro lines, Anand
Vihar railway station, and inter-state bus terminals.
Q.: Who won the Men’s 10-meter Air Pistol finals in the 67th National Shooting Championship 2024?
Varun Tomar In the 67th National Shooting Championship 2024, Varun Tomar of the Indian Army
emerged as the national shooting champion by winning the Men’s 10-meter Air Pistol finals at Dr. Karni
Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi on January 5, 2025.
Q.: What is the name of the French Navy’s nuclear-powered aircraft carrier that visited Goa in
January 2025 to participate in the 42nd Indo-French Naval Exercise Varuna?
Charles De Gaulle The French Navy’s nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, Charles De Gaulle, arrived in Goa
on January 4, 2025, to participate in the 42nd annual bilateral naval exercise Varuna with the Indian
Navy.
Q.: India’s metro network has reached what milestone, making it the third-largest in the world?
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1000 km India’s metro systems have revolutionized urban travel, expanding to cover over 1,000 km
across 11 states and 23 cities, making India the third-largest metro network globally after China and
the United States.
Q.: What are the common symptoms of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV)?
Cough, fever, nasal congestion, and shortness of breath
Q. How is Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) primarily transmitted?
Through person-to-person contact or contaminated surfaces
Q.: Which district in Sikkim houses the India’s First Organic Fisheries Cluster ?
Soreng India’s First Organic Fisheries Cluster announced on January 6, 2025, in the Soreng district of
Sikkim.
Q.: When is the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 scheduled to take place in India?
January 13-19 Kho Kho World Cup in India from January 13 to 19, 2025
Q.: Who are the permanent members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)?
United States, United Kingdom, Russia, China, and France
Q.: What unique power is held by the permanent members of the UNSC?
Power of veto
Q.: How long is the term for non-permanent members of the UNSC?
2 years
Q.: Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025, are designed to implement which Act?
Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
(MeitY) released the draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025, on January 3, 2025, to
implement the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
Q. Who among the following was awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award in 2025?
Harmanpreet Singh
Q. For which sport was D Gukesh awarded the Khel Ratna Award in 2025?
Chess
Q. Armando Agnelo Colaco, who received the Dronacharya Award in 2025, is a coach in which sport?
Football
Q.: At which location in Manipur has the fencing along the India-Myanmar border been completed in
January 2025?
Moreh India-Myanmar Border: Over 9 km of fencing has been completed at Moreh in Manipur as of
January 2025.
Q.: How many financial transactions did Unified Payments Interface (UPI) process in December
2024?
16.73 billion Unified Payments Interface (UPI) surge to record 16.73 billion financial transactions in
December 2024.
Q.: When did Romania and Bulgaria officially become full members of the Schengen zone?
January 1, 2025 Romania and Bulgaria officially became full members of the Schengen zone on January
1, 2025.
Q.: Which team won the Santosh Trophy in football by defeating Kerala 1-0 in the final held on
December 31, 2024, at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Hyderabad?
West Bengal West Bengal clinched the prestigious Santosh Trophy national football championship title
by defeating Kerala 1-0 in the final held on December 31, 2024, at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium
in Hyderabad.
Q.: Who shared the title of the World Blitz Chess Championship 2024 ?
Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi
Q.: According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), 2024 was:
The warmest year on record in India since 1901 The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported
that 2024 was the warmest year on record in India since 1901.
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Q.: India’s first glass bridge over the sea was inaugurated in which location?
Kanyakumari India’s first glass bridge over the sea was inaugurated in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu, on 30
December 2024 by Chief Minister MK Stalin.
Q.: Where will the WAVES 2025 Summit take place from February 5th to 9th, 2025 in India?
Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi India will host the World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES)
2025 from February 5th to 9th at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, marking its first-ever hosting of this
global event.
Q.: What change did the NPCI announce for WhatsApp Pay on 31 December 2024?
Removal of the UPI user onboarding limit On 31 December 2024, The NPCI has lifted the unified
payments interface (UPI) user onboarding cap for WhatsApp Pay, allowing it to extend services to its
entire Indian user base of over 500 million.

Q. Where will the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 be held?

Ans: Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
Q. What percentage decline in domestic migration was reported in 2023 compared to 2011 levels?
Ans: 11.8%
Q. Who amended the Foreign Trade Policy 2023 to mandate stakeholder consultations?
Ans: DGFT
Q. Which corridor was inaugurated by PM Modi to reduce travel time between Delhi and Meerut to
40 minutes?
Ans: Namo Bharat RRTS corridor
Q. Where will Aero India 2025 be held, and what is its theme?
Ans: Bengaluru; "The Runway to a Billion Opportunities"
Q. What is the name of the CBI’s portal launched for real-time INTERPOL coordination?
Ans: BHARATPOL
Q. Which city became the 69th Railway Division in India?
Ans: Jammu
Q. India has surpassed how many kilometers of metro rail network?
Ans: 1,000 km
Q. Where was the first photographic evidence of Pallas's cat found in India?
Ans: Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh
Q. Which state launched India’s first organic fisheries cluster?
Ans: Sikkim
Q. How much cashless treatment will be provided for road accident survivors under the new
scheme?
Ans: ₹1.5 lakh for seven days
Q. Where will the memorial for Pranab Mukherjee be set up?
Ans: Rajghat Complex, Delhi
Q. Who will be the Chief Guest at India’s 2025 Republic Day parade?
Ans: Prabowo Subianto
Q. When will the Indusfood 2025 exhibition be held?
Ans: January 8-10, 2025
Q. When was NITI Aayog established, replacing the Planning Commission?
Ans: January 1, 2015
Q. Which train was flagged off by PM Modi under the Pravasi Teerth Darshan Yojana?
Ans: Pravasi Bharatiya Express
Q. How much investment has the government announced for inland water transport development?
Ans: ₹50,000 crore over five years
Q. Which tunnel will boost connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh?
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Ans: Z-Morh Tunnel
Q. What system was launched in Assam to enhance inland waterway safety?
Ans: National River Traffic & Navigation System (NRT&NS)
Q. Which city was declared the world’s most polluted in 2024?
Ans: Hanoi
Q. Which Canadian Prime Minister recently resigned after nearly a decade in power?
Ans: Justin Trudeau
Q. Who was Shigemi Fukahori?
Ans: Nagasaki atomic bomb survivor and peace advocate
Q. Who was elected as Lebanon’s president in 2025?
Ans: General Joseph Aoun
Q. What milestone did the world cross for the first time in 2024 regarding climate change?
Ans: Earth exceeded 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels
Q. What is the theme of the 38th National Games torch rally in Uttarakhand?
Ans: Tejaswini
Q. Where was India’s first coastal bird census conducted?
Ans: Jamnagar, Gujarat
Q. How much sponsorship was announced for the Indian national kho kho team by Odisha?
Ans: ₹15 crore
Q. Who was appointed as CEO of the Delhi Waqf Board in 2025?
Ans: Azimul Haque
Q. What position will Dr. V. Narayanan hold in ISRO from January 2025?
Ans: ISRO Chief and Space Secretary
Q. What is the new name for the RRTS corridor connecting Delhi and Meerut?
Ans: Namo Bharat
Q. Who unveiled trophies for the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025?
Ans: KKFI
Q. Which country’s cricket player, Martin Guptill, announced his retirement in 2025?
Ans: New Zealand
Q. When is National Bird Day observed annually?
Ans: January 5
Q. What theme was announced for Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025?
Ans: "Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat"
Q. Who is the oldest person confirmed by LongeviQuest in 2025?
Ans: Sister Inah Lucas
Q. Which city will host the Aero India 2025 exhibition?
Ans: Bengaluru
Q. What rank did India achieve in the Henley Passport Index 2025?
Ans: 85th
Q. How many countries are participating in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025?
Ans: 24
Q. Which Indian state recently launched the "PARTH Yojana"?
Ans: Madhya Pradesh
Q. What is the new lending restriction update by RBI for Asirvad Micro Finance?
Ans: Lending restrictions were lifted
Q. Which country has been declared the world's most polluted city in 2024 with PM2.5 levels at 266
μg/m³?
Ans: Hanoi, Vietnam.
Q. Who stepped down as Canadian Prime Minister after nearly a decade in power?
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Ans: Justin Trudeau.
Q. What milestone did India achieve in metro rail, becoming the world's 3rd largest network?
Ans: Surpassing 1,000 km of metro rail network.
Q. Which tunnel, enhancing Kashmir-Ladakh connectivity, is set to be inaugurated by PM Modi?
Ans: Z-Morh Tunnel.
Q. What is the theme of Aero India 2025, scheduled from February 10-14 in Bengaluru?
Ans: "The Runway to a Billion Opportunities."
Q. Who has been elected as the new President of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI)?
Ans: Bahadur Singh Sagoo.
Q. Which initiative has Amit Shah recently launched for real-time INTERPOL coordination in India?
Ans: BHARATPOL Portal.
Q. What was the rank of India in the 2025 Henley Passport Index?
Ans: 85th.
Q. Who has been confirmed as the Chief Guest for India's 2025 Republic Day parade?
Ans: Prabowo Subianto, Indonesian President.
Q. Which Indian state hosted the first coastal and wader bird census in Jamnagar?
Ans: Gujarat.
Q. What significant GDP growth rate has NSO projected for India for the year 2024-25?
Ans: 6.4%.
Q. What is the government’s capital investment allocation for developing inland waterways over five
years?
Ans: ₹50,000 crore.
Q. Who has been appointed as the new ISRO Chief and Secretary of Space?
Ans: Dr. V. Narayanan.
Q. In which state was India’s first organic fisheries cluster launched?
Ans: Sikkim.
Q. Which country signed an MoU with India to strengthen resource security in copper and coking
coal sectors?
Ans: Mongolia.
Q. What is the name of the tourist train launched under Pravasi Teerth Darshan Yojana?
Ans: Pravasi Bharatiya Express.
Q. Which nation has implemented new sanctions against entities aiding Russia in the Ukraine war?
Ans: Japan.
Q. What is the special initiative launched by MBMC and NITI Aayog to empower women in
traditional snack production?
Ans: Faral Sakhi Initiative.
Q. Who has been appointed as the new Judge of the Uttarakhand High Court?
Ans: Shri Ashish Naithani.
Q. Which rare species was discovered in Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur during a snow leopard survey?
Ans: Pallas's Cat.
Q. What cashless treatment plan did Nitin Gadkari announce for road accident survivors?
Ans: ₹1.5 lakh cashless treatment for seven days.
Q. What rank did India achieve globally in cyberattacks according to the 2024 CloudSEK report?
Ans: 2nd.
Q. Who was announced as the International Ambassador for the 20th Tata Mumbai Marathon?
Ans: Sir Mo Farah.
Q. Which state announced ₹15 crore sponsorship for the Indian national kho kho team?
Ans: Odisha.
Q. Who won the 33rd Santosh Trophy by defeating Kerala?
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Ans: West Bengal.
Q. What is the total gold holdings of RBI after adding 8 tonnes in November 2024?
Ans: 876 tonnes.
Q. Which new initiative was launched to ensure safety in inland waterways in Assam?
Ans: National River Traffic & Navigation System (NRT&NS).
Q. Who has been appointed as India’s new Revenue Secretary?
Ans: T. Pandey.
Q. Which Indian athlete was honored with the US Presidential Medal of Freedom?
Ans: Lionel Messi.
Q. What growth forecast for India in FY25-26 was predicted by the Bank of Baroda report?
Ans: 6.6%-6.8%.
Q. Which high-value insurance was launched for Prayagraj’s Kumbh Mela 2025?
Ans: Maha Kumbh Mela Insurance.
Q. Where is the theme park dedicated to former President Pranab Mukherjee being set up?
Ans: Rajghat Complex, Delhi.
Q. What major exhibition is scheduled to be held in Greater Noida from January 8-10, 2025?
Ans: Indusfood 2025.
Q. What is the theme of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025?
Ans: “Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat.”
Q. Who was elected as the new President of Lebanon, ending a two-year political vacuum?
Ans: General Joseph Aoun.
Q. What initiative did PM Modi inaugurate to promote rural innovation and self-reliance?
Ans: Grameen Bharat Mahotsav.
Q. What is the fiscal deficit target for FY25 according to the government?
Ans: 4.9% of GDP.
Q. Which Indian state launched the PARTH Yojana for pre-recruitment training?
Ans: Madhya Pradesh.
Q. Who has been appointed as the Treasurer of the BCCI effective January 12, 2025?
Ans: Prabhtej Singh Bhatia.
Q. How much investment has the government announced for inland water transport development
over the next five years?
Ans: ₹50,000 crore.
Q. Which tunnel, inaugurated by PM Modi, will enhance Kashmir-Ladakh connectivity?
Ans: Z-Morh Tunnel.
Q. What system did Sarbananda Sonowal unveil in Assam to ensure inland waterway safety?
Ans: National River Traffic & Navigation System (NRT&NS).
Q. What is the value of the INROAD project to improve natural rubber quality in Northeast India?
Ans: ₹100 crore.
Q. Who launched the Bharat Cleantech Platform to boost renewable energy sectors?
Ans: Piyush Goyal.
Q. By what percentage did India achieve growth in renewable energy capacity in 2024?
Ans: 113%.
Q. Who will represent India at Donald Trump’s second-term inauguration ceremony?
Ans: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
Q. What initiative did SECL launch to provide post-retirement benefits under 'Mission Sambandh'?
Ans: Post-Retirement Benefit Cell (PRB Cell).
Q. Under which act has the process for appointing Election Commissioners been revised?
Ans: The CEC and Other ECs Act, 2023.
Q. Where is the headquarters of the newly inaugurated National Turmeric Board?
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Ans: Nizamabad, Telangana.
Q. What is the name of the Indian Railways' world's most powerful hydrogen fuel-run train engine?
Ans: India’s Hydrogen Train Engine.
Q. Which app was launched to enhance broadband connectivity and curb telecom fraud?
Ans: Sanchar Saathi App.
Q. On which day did the Lokpal of India celebrate its First Foundation Day?
Ans: January 16, 2025.
Q. Which regional center was announced to enhance climate resilience in J&K?
Ans: Srinagar Meteorology Centre.
Q. Which FM channel was launched for Maha Kumbh 2025?
Ans: Kumbhvani FM (103.5 MHz).
Q. Which state joined the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme as the 34th state?
Ans: Odisha.
Q. What festival was celebrated by the Zeliangrong community in Manipur?
Ans: Gaan-Ngai Festival.
Q. What pension amount was announced for Emergency detainees in Odisha?
Ans: ₹20,000 per month.
Q. What milestone anniversary did the India Meteorological Department celebrate in 2025?
Ans: 150 years.
Q. What is India’s projected GDP growth rate for FY25, according to CRISIL?
Ans: 6.7%.
Q. Who was appointed the Ombudsman and Ethics Officer of the BCCI?
Ans: Justice Arun Mishra.
Q. What amount did the RBI sell in November 2024 to stabilize the rupee?
Ans: $20.2 billion.
Q. What is India’s net direct tax collection till January 2025?
Ans: ₹16.90 lakh crore.
Q. What is the name of the app launched for showcasing India’s military history?
Ans: Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan App.
Q. What does PMKSY stand for in the context of watershed projects?
Ans: Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana.
Q. What position did Anju Bobby George recently assume in AFI?
Ans: Chairperson of the Athletes Commission.
Q. Who surpassed Roger Federer’s record of Grand Slam matches in the Australian Open 2025?
Ans: Novak Djokovic.
Q. Which award did Aparna Sen receive at the WBFJA 2025?
Ans: Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award.
Q. Who was named as Punjab Kings’ captain for IPL 2025?
Ans: Shreyas Iyer.
Q. Which countries will commemorate 2026 as a 'dual year'?
Ans: India and Spain.
Q. Which new species of pangolin was discovered by ZSI?
Ans: Manis indoburmanica.
Q. What milestone was achieved by ISRO's SpaDeX mission?
Ans: Spacecraft docking technology demonstration.
Q. What amount has the Cabinet approved for the revival of RINL?
Ans: ₹11,440 crore.
Q. Which two beaches in Kerala achieved Blue Flag certification?
Ans: Kappad and Chal beaches.
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Q. What app did NPCI launch to enable UPI transactions in the UAE?
Ans: Magnati.
Q. Which state launched a power privatization plan for Dakshinanchal and Purvanchal?
Ans: Uttar Pradesh.
Q. What percentage growth was recorded in India’s IIP in November 2024?
Ans: 5.2%.
Q. Which company launched a laptop assembly line in Chennai under the PLI 2.0 scheme?
Ans: Syrma SGS.
Q. Who inaugurated the second multi-purpose vessel, 'Utkarsh'?
Ans: L&T Shipyard.
Q. What is the new record low of the rupee against USD in January 2025?
Ans: ₹86/USD.
Q. Which new satellite species was discovered by the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) in 2025?
Ans: Manis indoburmanica (a new Indo-Burmese pangolin species).
Q. Which project was launched with ₹100 crore to enhance natural rubber quality in India’s North-
East?
Ans: INROAD Project.
Q. What is the projected GDP growth rate for India in FY25 as per CRISIL?
Ans: 6.7%.
Q. Which platform was launched by Piyush Goyal to enhance cleantech value chains?
Ans: Bharat Cleantech Platform.
Q. Where was the Sri Sri Radha Madanmohanji Temple, Asia’s second-largest ISKCON temple,
inaugurated?
Ans: Navi Mumbai.
Q. What is the name of the app launched by DoT to curb telecom fraud?
Ans: Sanchar Saathi App.
Q. What milestone anniversary did the India Meteorological Department (IMD) celebrate in January
2025?
Ans: 150 Years.
Q. Which festival in Tamil Nadu began with bull-taming events in January 2025?
Ans: Avaniyapuram Jallikattu.
Q. What is the name of the app launched on Army Day 2025 to boost battlefield tourism?
Ans: Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan App.
Q. Which international committee did India join to strengthen the use of Big Data for SDGs?
Ans: UN Big Data Committee.
Q. What is the expected annual growth rate of India’s F&B export industry over the next five years?
Ans: 14-15%.
Q. What was the retail inflation rate in India in December 2024?
Ans: 5.22%.
Q. What is the name of the cold-weather apparel developed by DRDO?
Ans: HIMKAVACH.
Q. Which Indian state integrated with Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY in January 2025?
Ans: Odisha.
Q. What is the record low exchange rate of the rupee against the US dollar in January 2025?
Ans: ₹86/USD.
Q. Which initiative was launched in Assam for inland waterway safety?
Ans: National River Traffic & Navigation System (NRT&NS).
Q. Who was appointed the Chairperson of the AFI Athletes Commission in 2025?
Ans: Anju Bobby George.
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Q. Which countries declared 2026 as a 'Dual Year' focusing on culture and AI?
Ans: India and Spain.
Q. What is the name of the ₹75,000 crore energy and cement expansion plan announced by Adani?
Ans: Adani Investment in Chhattisgarh.
Q. What is the new appointment process for Election Commissioners under the revised act?
Ans: CEC and Other ECs Act, 2023.
Q. Which Indian beaches received Blue Flag certification for sustainability?
Ans: Kappad and Chal beaches.
Q. Which regional center was announced in J&K for climate resilience in January 2025?
Ans: Srinagar Meteorology Centre.
Q. What is the projected factory output growth rate for November 2024?
Ans: 5.2%.
Q. Which Hindu festival on January 14, 2025, marks the Sun's transition to Capricorn?
Ans: Makar Sankranti.
Q. Who is India’s fastest ODI century scorer in women’s cricket as of January 2025?
Ans: Smriti Mandhana.
Q. Which Indian Railways innovation achieved a benchmark in green energy technology?
Ans: Hydrogen fuel-run train engine.
Q. What is the total direct tax collection of India by January 2025?
Ans: ₹16.90 lakh crore.
Q. Which organization developed space docking technology in January 2025?
Ans: ISRO.
Q. What is the world’s most powerful reusable rocket launched by Blue Origin?
Ans: New Glenn.
Q. Which app was launched for Maha Kumbh 2025 by Uttar Pradesh?
Ans: Kumbhvani FM.
Q. What is the name of the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup’s host city?
Ans: New Delhi.
Q. What benefit does SECL’s Post-Retirement Benefit Cell under ‘Mission Sambandh’ provide?
Ans: Welfare support for retired employees.
Q. What is India’s projected economy rank by 2026 as per PHDCCI?
Ans: 4th largest in the world.
Q. Who received the Honorary Citizen Award from Singapore in January 2025?
Ans: Tarun Das.
Q. What is the new pension amount for Odisha’s Emergency detainees announced in 2025?
Ans: ₹20,000 monthly.
Q. What is the inflation rate in December 2024 due to manufacturing and fuel costs?
Ans: 2.37%.
Q. Which post-harvest festival was celebrated by the Zeliangrong community in Manipur?
Ans: Gaan-Ngai Festival.
Q. What record did Djokovic achieve at the Australian Open 2025?
Ans: 430 Grand Slam matches.
Q. What significant event was launched at the Bharat Climate Forum 2025?
Ans: Bharat Cleantech Platform.
Q. Which river's historic buildings in Hyderabad were recognized on the 2025 World Monuments
Watch?
Ans: Musi River.
Q. What did PM Modi discuss in the first 'Mann Ki Baat' of 2025?
Ans: Constitution, democracy, space tech, and human-animal harmony.
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Q. What is the 'Entity Locker' launched by the Government of India?
Ans: A digital platform for efficient management and verification of business documents, inspired by
DigiLocker.
Q. Which company unveiled India's first eVTOL air taxi prototype called 'Shunya'?
Ans: Sarla Aviation.
Q. Who was appointed as the Neutral Expert for the Indus Waters Treaty dispute?
Ans: A World Bank-appointed expert.
Q. Which country has India partnered with for geothermal energy development?
Ans: Iceland.
Q. What is the main goal of the NITI Aayog’s Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2025?
Ans: To evaluate the fiscal health of 18 Indian states for policy reforms.
Q. Where was the two-day consultation on AI RAM held in January 2025?
Ans: Bangalore.
Q. Who was elected as the new President of ICSI in 2025?
Ans: Dhananjay Shukla.
Q. What new sustainable initiative was introduced by India in January 2025 for rubber production?
Ans: Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR).
Q. Which social media platform temporarily shut down in the U.S. due to a national security law?
Ans: TikTok.
Q. Who was sworn in as the 47th President of the U.S. on January 20, 2025?
Ans: Donald Trump.
Q. Which two countries signed a 20-year Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty in January
2025?
Ans: Russia and Iran.
Q. Which country built the world’s longest tunnel, the Tianshan Shengli Tunnel?
Ans: China.
Q. Who became the first Indian-American Hindu Second Lady of the United States?
Ans: Usha Vance.
Q. Which U.S. executive order on birthright citizenship was temporarily blocked by a Seattle-based
judge?
Ans: Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship.
Q. Which country withdrew from the Paris Climate Agreement in January 2025?
Ans: United States.
Q. Which glacier in Nepal is expected to vanish by the 2040s due to climate change?
Ans: Yala Glacier.
Q. Which country was granted partner status in BRICS in January 2025?
Ans: Nigeria.
Q. What did Donald Trump announce related to cryptocurrency in January 2025?
Ans: He formed a Cryptocurrency Working Group.
Q. What major renaming took place in the Gulf of Mexico under Trump’s administration?
Ans: Gulf of Mexico was renamed Gulf of America.
Q. Which Indian product received a GI tag from PM Modi in January 2025?
Ans: Virgin Coconut Oil from Nicobar district.
Q. Which northeastern state celebrated its Statehood Day on January 21, 2025?
Ans: Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura.
Q. Which festival in Andhra Pradesh emphasizes biodiversity conservation?
Ans: Flamingo Festival.
Q. What scheme did the Chhattisgarh CM launch to aid landless agricultural laborers?
Ans: Rs 10,000 annually for 7.5 lakh landless agricultural laborers.
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Q. Which state celebrated its 54th Statehood Day on January 25, 2025?
Ans: Himachal Pradesh.
Q. What GDP growth is projected for India in 2025-26 by the CII?
Ans: 7%.
Q. How much Mudra Loan was disbursed in Q3 FY25?
Ans: ₹3.39 lakh crore.
Q. Which bank's expansion was approved by RBI with 20 new branches?
Ans: HSBC India.
Q. What is the new series that RBI mandates for transactional calls?
Ans: '1600xx'.
Q. What new system was launched by Rajnath Singh to enhance Indian Army's situational
awareness?
Ans: SANJAY Battlefield Surveillance System.
Q. Which state launched its own disaster early warning systems in January 2025?
Ans: Kerala.
Q. What digital innovation was introduced by CSIR in Mumbai?
Ans: Mega Innovation Complex.
Q. Which platform launched ‘PB Advantage’ health insurance initiative?
Ans: [Link].
Q. Which Indian IT company topped the Brand Finance 2025 rankings?
Ans: Accenture.
Q. What major data infrastructure project is Reliance building in Gujarat?
Ans: The world’s largest data center in Jamnagar.
Q. Where was India's sixth astronomical observatory inaugurated in January 2025?
Ans: Panchet Hill, West Bengal.
Q. Which Indian state will host the FIDE Chess World Cup in 2025?
Ans: India.
Q. Which Indian city is hosting the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup in 2025?
Ans: New Delhi.
Q. Who won the men’s singles title at the India Open 2025 badminton tournament?
Ans: Viktor Axelsen.
Q. What event is celebrated as National Tourism Day 2025 in India?
Ans: Tourism for Inclusive Growth.
Q. What is the theme for National Voters’ Day 2025?
Ans: “Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure.”
Q. What book did Amitabh Kant release about India’s G20 presidency?
Ans: "How India Scaled Mt G20."
Q. Who passed away at the age of 84, a Manchester United and Scotland legend?
Ans: Denis Law.
Q. What rare sculpture was discovered in Karnataka's Udupi district?
Ans: Umamaheshwara metal sculpture.
Q. What major event will take place at the New Delhi World Book Fair in February 2025?
Ans: A literary confluence celebrating over five decades of legacy.
Q. Which state celebrated the first anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi
Mandir?
Ans: Ayodhya.
Q. Who was appointed as the new Director General of CRPF?
Ans: Gyanendra Pratap Singh.
Q. What financial scheme helps empower rural families in India?
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Ans: SVAMITVA Scheme.
Q. What international event is scheduled from February 1-9, 2025, in New Delhi?
Ans: World Book Fair 2025.
Q. Which Indian state has launched the SVAMITVA scheme property cards?
Ans: Uttar Pradesh.
Q. What military operation was launched by BSF to secure India-Pakistan border during fog?
Ans: Operation Sard Hawa.
Q. What initiative is being celebrated under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme in 2025?
Ans: 10 years of promoting girl child welfare.
Q. Who became the first Indian-American Hindu Second Lady of the U.S. in 2025?
Ans: Usha Vance.
Q. What significant project will Trump announce to support AI infrastructure in 2025?
Ans: Stargate AI Project.
Q. Which Indian state is implementing localized disaster early warning systems?
Ans: Kerala.
Q. What event celebrates the legacy of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on January 23, 2025?
Ans: Parakram Diwas.
Q. What is the theme of International Day of Education 2025?
Ans: AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation.
Q. Which state marked its 76th Foundation Day in January 2025?
Ans: Uttar Pradesh.
Q. Who inaugurated the country’s first astronomical observatory in Eastern India?
Ans: India.
Q. Who became the Chief Justice of Bombay High Court in 2025?
Ans: Justice Alok Aradhe.
Q. What new feature did RBI introduce for bank licensing in 2025?
Ans: Standing External Advisory Committee.
Q. What project did CII project for India’s GDP growth for FY 2025-26?
Ans: 7%.
Q. What did the Ministry of Finance launch to track fiscal health of states?
Ans: Fiscal Health Index (FHI).
Q. What significant announcement did Trump make regarding cryptocurrency?
Ans: Formation of a working group.
Q. Which new banking operation did RBI approve in 2025?
Ans: Skydo as a Payment Aggregator.
Q. Which Indian state is promoting Virgin Coconut Oil through a GI tag?
Ans: Nicobar District in Andaman.
Q. What unique metal sculpture was discovered in Karnataka's Udupi district?
Ans: Umamaheshwara sculpture.
Q. Which organization won the Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar in 2025?
Ans: INCOIS.
Q. What is the theme for National Voters' Day 2025 in India?
Ans: “Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure.”
Q. Which state launched the 'Digi Vidya' digital classrooms initiative in 2025?
Ans: Jharkhand.
Q. What award was given to David Beckham and Diane von Furstenberg at WEF 2025?
Ans: WEF Crystal Award.
Q. Who won the Men’s singles at the India Open 2025?
Ans: Viktor Axelsen.
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Q. Who received India's highest civilian honor Bharat Ratna in 2025?
Ans: Chaudhary Charan Singh.
Q. Who was elected President of the United Nations General Assembly in 2025?
Ans: Dennis Francis.
Q. Who is the first to sign an agreement to support sustainable agriculture in Assam?
Ans: GreenTech.
Q. Which Indian company is the first to export electric vehicles to the UK?
Ans: Tata Motors.
Q. Which city hosted the 2025 National Chess Championship?
Ans: New Delhi.
Q. What did Google launch in India to benefit farmers?
Ans: AI-driven farming app.
Q. What new technology was introduced by Google to combat data breaches?
Ans: Chrome OS 4.0.
Q. Which cities became India's first Wetland Cities under the Ramsar Convention?
Ans: Indore and Udaipur became India's first Wetland Cities under the Ramsar Convention.
Q. What is India's target for GI tags by 2030 as set by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal?
Ans: India aims to reach 10,000 GI tags by 2030, with 605 already issued.
Q. According to the new study, when did the Iron Age begin in Tamil Nadu?
Ans: The study suggests Iron Age in Tamil Nadu began as early as 3345 BCE.
Q. What is the annual cap set by IRDAI on senior citizens' health premium hike?
Ans: IRDAI has capped senior citizens' health premium hike at 10% annually.
Q. How many new Ramsar Wetlands did India add recently?
Ans: India added 4 new Ramsar Wetlands, taking the total to 89.
Q. What is the name of Indian Railways' new SuperApp?
Ans: Indian Railways launched 'SwaRail' SuperApp.
Q. Which temple in Vrindavan received FCRA approval for foreign donations?
Ans: Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan secured FCRA approval.
Q. What unique initiative was launched for Chinar trees in Kashmir?
Ans: J&K Forest Research Institute launched geo-tagging for Chinar trees.
Q. When is Mahakumbh 2025 scheduled to take place?
Ans: Mahakumbh 2025 is scheduled from January 13 to February 26, 2025.
Q. Which Chinese AI startup topped the U.S. App Store surpassing ChatGPT?
Ans: DeepSeek AI topped the U.S. App Store with its R1 reasoning model.
Q. What percentage of votes did Alexander Lukashenko secure in his seventh term election?
Ans: Alexander Lukashenko secured 87% votes in the controversial election.
Q. Which African nation became the first to eliminate Onchocerciasis?
Ans: Niger became the first African nation to eliminate Onchocerciasis (river blindness).
Q. Who was appointed as Executive Director of Dhanlaxmi Bank?
Ans: P. Suriaraj was appointed as Executive Director of Dhanlaxmi Bank.
Q. What is the interest rate set by RBI on GOI Floating Rate Bonds 2035?
Ans: RBI set 6.66% interest rate on GOI Floating Rate Bonds 2035.
Q. Which fintech became India's first to adopt CBDC (e-Rupee)?
Ans: CRED became India's first fintech to adopt CBDC.
Q. What is the projected GDP growth rate in Economic Survey 2025?
Ans: India's GDP growth is pegged at 6.4% in Economic Survey 2025.
Q. What is the new income tax exemption limit announced in Budget 2025-26?
Ans: No tax on income up to ₹12 lakh, with ₹12.75 lakh exemption for salaried individuals.
Q. Who was appointed as Vedanta's first-ever CEO?
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Ans: Deshnee Naidoo was appointed as Vedanta's first-ever CEO.
Q. Until when has Hisashi Takeuchi's term been extended as Maruti Suzuki's MD & CEO?
Ans: Hisashi Takeuchi's term has been extended until March 31, 2028.
Q. Which consumer protection body is investigating Ola and Uber's differential pricing?
Ans: CCPA (Central Consumer Protection Authority) is investigating the differential pricing.
Q. What status did India receive in the Eurodrone Programme?
Ans: India became an Observer State in the Eurodrone Programme.
Q. Who won the 9th Johor International Open Chess Tournament?
Ans: Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Panneerselvam won the tournament.
Q. Who was named ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year?
Ans: Smriti Mandhana was named ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year.
Q. Who won the Australian Open 2025?
Ans: Jannik Sinner defended his title by defeating Alexander Zverev.
Q. Which team won the inaugural Women's Hockey India League?
Ans: Odisha Warriors won the inaugural Women's Hockey India League.
Q. Who became India's highest T20 run-scorer as wicket-keeper?
Ans: Dinesh Karthik became India's highest T20 run-scorer as wicket-keeper with 7,451 runs.
Q. Who will be the first Indian astronaut to command a private space mission?
Ans: Shubhanshu Shukla will pilot Axiom-4 to ISS.
Q. What is BIMTECH's new campus blockchain currency called?
Ans: BIMTECH launched BIMCOIN as India's first campus blockchain currency.
Q. What is the new record for spacewalk set by Sunita Williams?
Ans: Sunita Williams set a new spacewalk record of 62 hours 6 minutes.
Q. What is the theme of World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day 2025?
Ans: The theme is "Unite, Act, and Eliminate NTDs".
Q. How much funds were allocated for healthcare in Budget 2025?
Ans: Healthcare received ₹98,311 Crore in Budget 2025.
Q. Who was honored with the Padma Shri for revolutionizing apple farming?
Ans: Hariman Sharma received Padma Shri for developing HRMN-99 apple variety.
Q. Which Indian short film was nominated for the 97th Academy Awards?
Ans: 'Anuja' was nominated for Best Live Action Short Film category.
Q. What is the total budget allocation in Union Budget 2025-26?
Ans: Union Budget 2025-26 allocated ₹50.65 Lakh Crore.
Q. How much capital infusion was approved for IFCI?
Ans: Government approved ₹500 Crore infusion for IFCI.
Q. What are India's current forex reserves according to the news?
Ans: Forex reserves declined to $625.87 billion.
Q. Who won the ICC ODI Cricketer Award from Afghanistan?
Ans: Azmatullah Omarzai won the ICC ODI Cricketer Award.
Q. Which state topped the Khelo India Winter Games?
Ans: Ladakh topped the Khelo India Winter Games.
Q. What is the name of SEBI's new digital repository launched on Republic Day 2025?
Ans: SEBI launched 'Dharohar – Milestones in the Indian Securities Market'.
Q. What does the UAE declare 2025 as?
Ans: UAE declared 2025 as the "Year of Community".
Q. Who was appointed as India's Ambassador to Israel?
Ans: Jitender Pal Singh was appointed as India's Ambassador to Israel.
Q. Which bank adopted Clari5's system for cybercrime complaint handling?
Ans: Punjab National Bank adopted Clari5's system.
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Q. What is the name of SEBI's new portal for technical glitches?
Ans: SEBI launched iSPOT (Integrated SEBI Portal for Technical Glitches).
Q. Which state will host the 23rd National Para Athletics Championship 2025?
Ans: Tamil Nadu will host the championship.
Q. Who resigned as ICC CEO before Champions Trophy 2025?
Ans: Geoff Allardice resigned as ICC CEO.
Q. How many MoUs did India sign with Indonesia during President Subianto's visit? Ans. India signed
5 MoUs with Indonesia.
Q. What is the theme of International Customs Day 2025?
Ans: The theme is "Efficiency, Security, and Prosperity."
Q. When is Indian Newspaper Day celebrated?
Ans: Indian Newspaper Day is celebrated on January 29.
Q. Who won the ICC Women's Championship?
Ans: Australia won their third consecutive ICC Women's Championship title.
Q. What is the size of the MSME Credit Guarantee Scheme launched by the government?
Ans: Government launched ₹100 Crore MSME Credit Guarantee Scheme.
Q. Which Indian sculptor passed away at 76?
Ans: Sculptor Latika Katt passed away at 76.
Q. What is the name of Haryana's new app for sanitary napkin distribution?
Ans: Haryana launched 'Samman Sanjeevani' App.
Q. How many countries are now part of GPAP?
Ans: Global Plastic Action Partnership expanded to 25 countries.
Q. Which olympian and dentist passed away at 94?
Ans: Greg Bell, Olympic Long Jump Gold Medallist, passed away at 94.
Q. What is the depth target for India's first human submersible in 2025?
Ans: The submersible aims for 500m depth in 2025.
Q. When was the 160th Birth Anniversary of Lala Lajpat Rai celebrated?
Ans: The anniversary was celebrated as part of January 2025 news.
Q. What is X (formerly Twitter) planning to launch?
Ans: X is planning to launch X Money, a Visa-powered digital wallet.
Q. Which award did Doordarshan receive for electoral campaigns?
Ans: Doordarshan was recognized for voter awareness series "Chunav Ka Parv Desh Ka Garv".
Q. How many deaths occurred in the Maha Kumbh tragedy?
Ans: 30 people died and 60 were injured in the Prayagraj stampede.
Q. What disease saw a surge in cases in Pune?
Ans: Guillain-Barre Syndrome cases surged in Pune.
Q. Which festival did Kathmandu host for the first time?
Ans: Kathmandu hosted the first Pashmina Festival.
Q. What is the name of Tata Steel's new initiative supporting the National Hydrogen Mission?
Ans: Tata Steel pioneered hydrogen-transport pipes.
Q. Who won the Maharaja Hari Singh Award?
Ans: Manoj Sinha was honored with the award for reforms in Jammu and Kashmir.
Q. What is the theme of the BRICS Youth Entrepreneurship Meet scheduled for March 2025?
Ans: The theme is "Youth Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Growth".
Q. Which Australian cricketer joined the 10,000-run club in Test cricket?
Ans: Steve Smith became the 15th player to score 10,000+ Test runs.
Q. What was declared as India's first Ramsar sites?
Ans: First-ever Ramsar sites were declared for Jharkhand & Sikkim.
Q. How much disaster mitigation fund was allocated by the Centre?
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Ans: Centre allocated ₹3,027 Crore for disaster mitigation.
Q. Which state signed an MoU with Bhashini for multi-lingual governance?
Ans: Tripura signed the MoU with Bhashini.
Q. What is the name of Odisha's women empowerment scheme?
Ans: Odisha launched the Subhadra Scheme.
Q. Who received the BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award 2024?
Ans: Sachin Tendulkar received the BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award.
Q. What is ISRO's achievement from Sriharikota?
Ans: ISRO successfully launched NVS-02, marking its 100th mission from Sriharikota.
Q. Which banks were penalized by RBI for regulatory non-compliance?
Ans: RBI fined Canara Bank, Bank of India, and J&K Bank.
Q. What is JioSoundPay's new feature for small businesses?
Ans: JioSoundPay launched free UPI payment feature.
Q. Who was given additional charge as DG of BCAS?
Ans: Amrit Mohan Prasad was given additional charge.
Q. Which city hosted the Sci-Fi Science Film Festival?
Ans: Goa CM inaugurated the Sci-Fi Science Film Festival.
Q. What is the focus of PM Modi's 'Utkarsh Odisha' conclave?
Ans: The conclave focuses on boosting industrial growth.
Q. Who won the ICC Player of the Year Award from New Zealand?
Ans: Melie Kerr won the ICC Player of the Year Award.
Q. Where will the 38th National Games be held?
Ans: PM Modi inaugurated the 38th National Games in Dehradun.
Q. What is the new requirement for UPI transaction IDs from Feb 1, 2025?
Ans: UPI transaction IDs must be alphanumeric with no special characters allowed.
Q. When is International Day of Clean Energy observed?
Ans: International Day of Clean Energy is observed on January 26.

Q: Who was appointed as the new Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
on February 27, 2025?

Ans: b) Tuhin Kanta Pandey On February 27, 2025, Tuhin Kanta Pandey was appointed as the new
Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), succeeding Madhabi Puri Buch.

Q: What was the theme of the 10th India International Dance and Music Festival held from 22 to 27
February 2025, in New Delhi?

Ans: c) Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam The 10th edition of the India International Dance and Music Festival,
themed “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (The World is One Family), was held from February 22 to
February 27, 2025, in New Delhi.

Q: Who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for the discovery that National Science Day
(February 28) celebrates?
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Ans: c) Sir C.V. Raman National Science Day is celebrated annually on February 28 in India to honor the
discovery of the Raman Effect by the Indian physicist Sir C.V. Raman on this day in 1928.
Q: Who is the President of the European Commission who visited India on February 27, 2025?
Ans: b) Ursula von der Leyen European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in India on
February 27, 2025 for a two-day visit to strengthen India-EU bilateral cooperation in trade, investment,
defense, and clean energy.
Q: Under the Gold Card Investor Visa Programme announced by US in February 2025, what is the
required investment amount to obtain the visa?
Ans: c) $5 million The United States has announced the introduction of the Gold Card Investor Visa
Programme, a new initiative aimed at attracting high-net-worth individuals to invest in the country.
Q: Which organization, along with the Indian Navy, conducted the successful test of Naval Anti-Ship
Missile (NASM-SR) in February 2025?
Answer: (C) DRDO DRDO and the Indian Navy successfully conducted flight trials of the Naval Anti-
Ship Missile (NASM-SR) from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha.
Q: How much total loan amount has been provided under the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) as of
December 2024?
Answer: (C) ₹10 lakh crore Over ₹10 lakh crore in loans have been provided under the Kisan Credit
Card (KCC), benefiting 7.72 crore farmers.
Q: What was the primary goal of the Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit held on February 25-26, 2025, in
Guwahati?
Ans: b) Position Assam as a premier investment destination The Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and
Infrastructure Summit 2025 was held on February 25-26, 2025, in Guwahati, Assam. This summit aimed
to position Assam as a premier investment destination in India and Southeast Asia
Q.: Who has been elected as the next Chancellor of Germany in February 2025?
Ans: C) Friedrich Merz Friedrich Merz is set to become the next Chancellor of Germany after winning
the early election on February 23, 2025.
Q.: How many times will CBSE conduct Class 10 board exams under the proposed draft policy from
the 2025-26 academic session?
Ans: B) Twice a year The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has proposed a draft policy to
conduct two board exams for Class 10 starting from the 2025-26 academic session.
Q.: On which day did the Mahakumbh 2025 culminate?
Ans: c) Mahashivratri The Mahakumbh, a grand spiritual gathering that takes place once every 12 years,
culminated on the auspicious day of Mahashivratri, February 26, 2025.
Q.: How did the US resolution adopted by the UN Security Council in February 2025 differ from the
previous U.S. stance on Ukraine?
Answer: B) It took a neutral stance compared to Biden’s strong support for Ukraine The UN Security
Council adopted a U.S.-drafted resolution on February 24, 2025, marking the third anniversary of
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine