National News
- PRABHAAV Factbook and Startup Challenge 📘💡: The PRABHAAV Factbook and the Bharat Startup Challenge were launched during the 9th Foundation Day of Startup India in New Delhi. These initiatives aim to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in India.
- Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 🚗🛤️: The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 was inaugurated at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. This event aims to consolidate the entire mobility value chain under one umbrella.
- Maha Kumbh 2025 🏞️🌍: The “One Plate, One Bag” campaign was launched at the Maha Kumbh 2025 to promote eco-friendly practices.
- Archaeological Experiential Museum 🏛️📜: A state-of-the-art Archaeological Experiential Museum was inaugurated in Vadnagar. This museum showcases the rich cultural and historical heritage of Vadnagar.
- Shriram Housing Finance Rebrands 🏦🔄: Shriram Housing Finance rebranded itself as Truhome Finance following its acquisition by Warburg Pincus and Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund, QIA.
International News
- QS Future Skills Index 2025 🌐📊: India ranks 2nd globally in the QS Future Skills Index 2025, showcasing its strong preparedness in AI, digital, and green industries.
- Global South and India 🤝🌏: India’s efforts in aiding neighboring and Global South countries through initiatives like Vaccine Maitri were highlighted during the World Congress on Disaster Management.
Sports News
- PV Sindhu Partners with PUMA India 🏸👟: PV Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medallist, partnered with PUMA India to promote badminton. This collaboration aims to inspire young athletes and expand PUMA’s presence in India’s burgeoning sports market.
Other Notable Events
- Artificial Intelligence Policy 2025 🤖📜: A state in India has formed a 16-member task force to develop an Artificial Intelligence Policy 2025.
- Mahamrityunjaya Yantra Installation 🕉️📏: The world’s first Mahamrityunjaya Yantra, measuring 52 feet in length, width, and height, was installed at Tapovan Ashram in Prayagraj.
MCQs with Answers
- Which book and challenge were launched during the 9th Foundation Day of Startup India? 📘💡
- a) PRABHAAV Factbook and Bharat Startup Challenge 🗂️🛠️
- b) Startup India Factbook and Bharat Innovation Challenge 📕🔧
- c) India Innovation Factbook and Startup Challenge 📗🚀
- d) PRABHAAV Innovation Challenge and India Startup Factbook 📙🔬
- Answer: a) PRABHAAV Factbook and Bharat Startup Challenge 🗂️🛠️
- Where was the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 inaugurated? 🚗🛤️
- a) Mumbai 🌆
- b) Bangalore 🏙️
- c) New Delhi 🏛️
- d) Hyderabad 🌇
- Answer: c) New Delhi 🏛️
- What campaign was launched at the Maha Kumbh 2025 to promote eco-friendly practices? 🏞️🌍
- a) One Plate, One Bag 🍽️🛍️
- b) Clean Earth Campaign 🌎🧼
- c) Eco-friendly Kumbh 🌿♻️
- d) Green Kumbh Initiative 🌳💧
- Answer: a) One Plate, One Bag 🍽️🛍️
- Where was the state-of-the-art Archaeological Experiential Museum inaugurated? 🏛️📜
- a) Delhi 🏙️
- b) Vadnagar 🏞️
- c) Jaipur 🏰
- d) Varanasi ⛪
- Answer: b) Vadnagar 🏞️
- Which company rebranded itself as Truhome Finance? 🏦🔄
- a) HDFC Housing Finance 💵🏠
- b) LIC Housing Finance 📈🏠
- c) Shriram Housing Finance 🏦🏠
- d) Indiabulls Housing Finance 💰🏠
- Answer: c) Shriram Housing Finance 🏦🏠
- What rank did India achieve in the QS Future Skills Index 2025? 🌐📊
- a) 1st 🥇
- b) 2nd 🥈
- c) 3rd 🥉
- d) 4th 🎖️
- Answer: b) 2nd 🥈
- Which global event highlighted India’s efforts in aiding neighboring and Global South countries? 🤝🌏
- a) G20 Summit 🌐
- b) UN General Assembly 🌍
- c) World Congress on Disaster Management 🌪️
- d) World Economic Forum 💼
- Answer: c) World Congress on Disaster Management 🌪️
- Which sport is PV Sindhu associated with? 🏸👟
- a) Tennis 🎾
- b) Badminton 🏸
- c) Cricket 🏏
- d) Table Tennis 🏓
- Answer: b) Badminton 🏸
- What policy is being developed by a 16-member task force in a state in India? 🤖📜
- a) Digital Policy 2025 💻📃
- b) Artificial Intelligence Policy 2025 🤖📜
- c) Green Energy Policy 2025 🌳⚡
- d) Cybersecurity Policy 2025 🔒📃
- Answer: b) Artificial Intelligence Policy 2025 🤖📜
- Where was the world’s first Mahamrityunjaya Yantra installed? 🕉️📏
- a) Varanasi 🏙️
- b) Rishikesh 🏞️
- c) Haridwar ⛪
- d) Prayagraj 🏞️
- Answer: d) Prayagraj 🏞️