Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 17th Sep 2025

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1) Who has been selected as the sole participant from India for the Public Financial Asset Management (PFAM) Program 2025–26?

(a) Smt. Neelam Shami Rao

(b) Shri Vivekanand Gupta

(d) Shri Rajesh Bansal

(e) Shri Tuhin Kanta Pandey

2) Which Hyderabad-based digital payment platform recently received National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) approval to operate as a Third-Party Application Provider (TPAP)?

(a) PhonePe

(b) Paytm

(d) Viyona Fintech

(e) Mobikwik

3) Which Japanese financial institution has acquired a 20% stake in Yes Bank, leading to amendments in its Articles of Association (AoA)?

(a) Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group

(b) Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC)

(d) Mizuho Financial Group

(e) SoftBank Group

4) What was India’s Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation in August 2025, compared to -0.58% in August 2024?

(a) 0.58%

(b) 0.21%

(d) 0.52%

(e) 2.55%

5) Recently, Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal Inaugurates APEDA Regional Office in Patna to Boost Bihar’s Agri-Exports. Which Bihar GI-tagged product was recently exported to New Zealand, Canada, and the USA by entrepreneur Neha Arya?

(a) Mithila Makhana

(b) Shahi Litchi

(d) Magahi Pan

(e) Sikki Grass Products

6) As per the report, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi recently inaugurated and laid foundation stones for development works worth around how much in Darrang, Assam?

(a) ₹4,000 crore

(b) ₹5,200 crore

(d) ₹7,800 crore

(e) ₹10,000 crore

7) As per the news, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Assam Bioethanol Plant at Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL). Which raw material will it primarily use?

(a) Sugarcane

(b) Maize

(d) Bamboo

(e) Wheat straw

8) As per Sep’25 news, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated and launched projects worth about ₹36,000 crore in Purnea district of Bihar. Which of the following was among the key projects?

(a) A new terminal at Patna Airport

(b) A thermal power plant at Pirpainti, Bhagalpur

(d) A metro rail project in Muzaffarpur

(e) A solar park in Darbhanga

9) Which district secured the 1st rank in the Inspire Award 2025 with the highest number of innovative student idea submissions?

(a) Bengaluru Urban

(b) Jaipur

(d) Lucknow

(e) Muzaffarpur

10) Who has recently assumed charge as the Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi?

(a) Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

(b) Prof. Pradeep Kumar Prajapati

(d) Dr. Rajesh Kotecha

(e) Prof. Kuldeep Rai

11) Who has been appointed as India’s Executive Director at the Asian Development Bank (ADB), succeeding Vikas Sheel?

(a) T. V. Somanathan

(b) L. Satya Srinivas

(d) Arvind Panagariya

(e) Manoj Ahuja

12) Who has been appointed as the World Bank Group’s Vice President for the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) Region, effective September 15, 2025?

(a) David Malpass

(b) Ajay Banga

(d) Makhtar Diop

(e) Indermit Gill

13) Which Indian cricketer has been appointed as the brand ambassador of Skechers as it enters the cricket market?

(a) Jasprit Bumrah

(b) Hardik Pandya

(d) Yastika Bhatia

(e) Mohammed Siraj

14) Which Indian Naval Ship made its maiden port call at Changi, Singapore on 14 September 2025 to participate in Exercise Pacific Reach 2025?

(a) INS Sindhurakshak

(b) INS Arihant

(d) INS Vikramaditya

(e) INS Trikand

15) What is the name of the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), delivered to the Indian Navy on 13 September 2025 by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata?

(a) Lakshadweep

(b) Karavatti

(d) Agatti

(e) Androth

16) Who is the author of the book “Rocket Dreams: Musk, Bezos, and the Inside Story of the New, Trillion-Dollar Space Race”?

(a) Christian Davenport

(b) Walter Isaacson

(d) Kara Swisher

(e) Steven Levy

17) Recently, the book “Dapaan: Tales from Kashmir’s Conflict”, published in July 2025, was authored by which journalist?

(a) Ipsita Chakravarty

(b) Basharat Peer

(d) Rahul Pandita

(e) Paro Anand

18) Who won India’s first-ever gold medal in the Senior Men’s 1000m sprint at the Speed Skating World Championships 2025?

(a) Krish Sharma

(b) Anandkumar Velkumar

(d) Shubham Raj

(e) Rohan Singh

19) Which Indian cricketer was awarded the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for August 2025?

(a) Jasprit Bumrah

(b) Mohammed Siraj

(d) Shubman Gill

(e) Rohit Sharma

20) As per the news, Former Meghalaya Chief Minister DonwaDethwelson Lapang, who passed away on September 12, 2025, served as Chief Minister how many times?

(a) 2

(b) 3

(d) 5

(e) 6

21) Which British boxing champion, nicknamed “The Hitman”, passed away on 14 September 2025?

(a) Anthony Joshua

(b) Carl Froch

(d) Lennox Lewis

(e) Ricky Hatton

22) What is the theme of World Patient Safety Day 2025, observed on September 17?

(a) Patient First: Safety for All

(b) Safe care for every newborn and every child

(d) Medication Safety and Awareness

(e) Universal Health Safety

23) Which of the following is NOT managed by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO)?

(a) Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF)

(b) Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS)

(d) Employees’ Health Insurance Scheme (EHIS)

(e) All of the above are managed by EPFO

24) What is the primary focus of GraamPay, the flagship platform of Viyona?

(a) Stock trading for rural investors

(b) Digital payments and UPI transactions for rural India

(d) Rural transportation services

(e) Agricultural equipment leasing

25) In which state, India’s first online vulture knowledge portal launched on September 2, 2025?

(a) Arunachal Pradesh

(b) Rajasthan

(d) Assam

(e) Uttarakhand

Answers :

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), one of the world’s largest social security institutions with a corpus of over ₹25 lakh crore, announced the selection of Shri Vivekanand Gupta, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner, for the Public Financial Asset Management (PFAM) Program 2025–26.

Detailed Explanation:

The PFAM Program is a prestigious global initiative jointly organised by the World Bank and the Milken Institute, hosted at Bayes Business School, City, University of London.

Shri Vivekanand Gupta is the sole participant from India and the first-ever representative from EPFO to be selected for the PFAM cohort.

The 2025–26 PFAM cohort has 16 participants from 13 countries, including 11 from Central Banks, 3 from Sovereign Wealth Funds, and 2 from Pension Funds.

PDUNASS (Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay National Academy of Social Security) identified and recommended Shri Gupta, marking a milestone in EPFO’s global recognition and strategic partnerships.

2) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Viyona Fintech, a Hyderabad-based digital payment platform, has received National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) approval to operate as a Third-Party Application Provider (TPAP).

The approval covers two applications: GraamPay and Viyona Pay, enabling them to support UPI-based transactions.

Detailed Explanation:

The approval covers two applications: GraamPay and Viyona Pay, enabling them to support UPI-based transactions.

The NPCI nod will boost digital payment access in Tier II, Tier III cities and rural areas.

GraamPay, the flagship platform of Viyona, is designed for rural India, offering farmers, shopkeepers, and households tools for UPI transactions, digital collections, and payouts.

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved amendments to Yes Bank’s Articles of Association (AoA) concerning the appointment of nominee directors.

The amendments are linked to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) of Japan acquiring a 20% stake in Yes Bank.

After the stake transfer, SMBC will nominate two directors and SBI will nominate one director to Yes Bank’s board.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved amendments to Yes Bank’s Articles of Association (AoA) concerning the appointment of nominee directors.

The amendments are linked to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) of Japan acquiring a 20% stake in Yes Bank.

After the stake transfer, SMBC will nominate two directors and SBI will nominate one director to Yes Bank’s board.

The 20% stake acquisition includes 13.19% from SBI and 6.81% from Axis Bank, Bandhan Bank, Federal Bank, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IDFC First Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank.

The deal has also received clearance from the Competition Commission of India (CCI).

The RBI clarified that SMBC will not be considered a promoter of Yes Bank.

Following the transaction, SBI’s holding will reduce from 24% to slightly over 10%.

4) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India’s Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation turned positive at 0.52% in August 2025, compared to -0.58% in August 2024.

The rate was higher than market expectation of 0.30% (Reuters poll).

Detailed Explanation:

India’s Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation turned positive at 0.52% in August 2025, compared to -0.58% in August 2024.

The rate was higher than market expectation of 0.30% (Reuters poll).

The rebound was driven by higher prices of food products, mineral oils, crude petroleum, natural gas, and manufactured basic metals.

Food inflation rose to 0.21% in August from -2.15% in July 2025.

Manufactured products registered a 2.55% rise, reversing a 2.05% fall in July 2025.

Crude petroleum and natural gas inflation stood at -9.87% (Aug 2025) vs 1.77% (Aug 2024).

5) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, inaugurated the Regional Office of APEDA in Patna, Bihar during the Bihar Idea Festival.

Dignitaries Present: Deputy Chief Minister Shri Samrat Chaudhary, Minister of Industries Shri Nitish Mishra, senior officials of Government of Bihar, APEDA leadership, entrepreneurs, FPOs, and farmer groups.

Historic Export Flag-Off:7 metric ton GI-tagged Mithila Makhana shipped to New Zealand, Canada, USA by woman entrepreneur Ms. Neha Arya, founder of Nehashi, Darbhanga, Bihar, promoting women-led entrepreneurship.

Detailed Explanation:

Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, inaugurated the Regional Office of APEDA in Patna, Bihar during the Bihar Idea Festival.

Bihar’s Agri-Ecosystem: Includes Shahi Litchi, Jardalu Mango, Mithila Makhana, Magahi Pan, staple grains, fruits, and vegetables; multiple products have Geographical Indication (GI) tags, enhancing global trade potential.

Purpose of APEDA Patna Office: Provides farmers, producers, and exporters direct access to registration, advisory services, market intelligence, certification assistance, export facilitation, infrastructure support, and international trade opportunities. Previously, Bihar exporters relied on APEDA Varanasi office.

6) Answer: C

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development works worth around Rs 6,500 crore in Darrang, Assam.

Dignitaries present included CM Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, and other senior officials.

The event marked a step towards making Assam and the North East a growth engine of India, integrating development with cultural and historical heritage.

PM referenced the success of Operation Sindoor and highlighted Assam’s spiritual and cultural significance, including Maa Kamakhya and Mangaldoi.

Assam’s current growth rate is nearly 13%, reflecting rapid economic progress and effective collaboration between Union & State governments.

7) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Assam Bioethanol Plant and laid the foundation stone for a Polypropylene Plant at Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL), Golaghat, Assam.

The projects are part of an₹18,000 crore investment in Assam.

Bioethanol Plant will use bamboo as raw material, creating bamboo-based supply chains and benefiting farmers and tribal communities.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Assam Bioethanol Plant and laid the foundation stone for a Polypropylene Plant at Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL), Golaghat, Assam.

The projects are part of an₹18,000 crore investment in Assam.

Bioethanol Plant will use bamboo as raw material, creating bamboo-based supply chains and benefiting farmers and tribal communities.

The plant will spend around ₹200 crore annually on bamboo procurement.

Polypropylene Plant will produce polypropylene used in textiles, packaging, ropes, medical kits, automobiles, and agricultural equipment, supporting ‘Make in Assam’ and ‘Make in India’.

India has launched the Samudra Manthan Initiative and the National Deepwater Exploration Mission to strengthen energy security.

India is now among the top 5 countries in solar energy capacity.

Under the India Semiconductor Mission, a ₹27,000 crore semiconductor factory is being set up in Morigaon, Assam.

8) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched and inaugurated projects worth about ₹36,000 crore in Purnea district of Bihar.

Leaders present: Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, Union Ministers, State Ministers, MPs and MLAs.

Thermal Power Plant at Bhagalpur: Foundation stone laid for a ₹25,000 crore plant at Pirpainti with a capacity of 3×800 MW using ultra-supercritical, low-emission technology.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched and inaugurated projects worth about ₹36,000 crore in Purnea district of Bihar.

Leaders present: Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, Union Ministers, State Ministers, MPs and MLAs.

Purnea Airport: Inaugurated a new terminal building and flagged off the first flight on the Purnea–Kolkata route.

Thermal Power Plant at Bhagalpur: Foundation stone laid for a ₹25,000 crore plant at Pirpainti with a capacity of 3×800 MW using ultra-supercritical, low-emission technology.

Kosi–Mechi Intra-State River Link Project (Phase 1): Launched with a cost of ₹2,680 crore, including desilting, rebuilding damaged structures, and increasing canal discharge capacity from 15,000 to 20,000 cusecs, benefiting northeastern Bihar districts.

9) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Muzaffarpur district (Bihar) ranked 1st in India in the Inspire Award 2025, with 7,403 student submissions of innovative ideas.

It outperformed Bengaluru (7,306), Bagalkot (6,826), Jaipur (6,311), and Lucknow (6,182).

The rankings were released on 13 September 2025 by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India.

Detailed Explanation:

Muzaffarpur district (Bihar) ranked 1st in India in the Inspire Award 2025, with 7,403 student submissions of innovative ideas.

It outperformed Bengaluru (7,306), Bagalkot (6,826), Jaipur (6,311), and Lucknow (6,182).

The rankings were released on 13 September 2025 by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India.

The Inspire Award – MANAK (Million Minds Augmenting National Aspiration and Knowledge) scheme promotes innovation among students of classes 6 to 10.

Vaishali district secured 6th place with 5,805 ideas, making Bihar the only state with two districts in the top 10.

Top 5 Districts – Inspire Award 2025

Muzaffarpur (Bihar) – 7,403

Bengaluru Urban (Karnataka) – 7,306

Bagalkot (Karnataka) – 6,826

Jaipur (Rajasthan) – 6,311

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) – 6,182

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Professor Pradeep Kumar Prajapati has formally assumed charge as the Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi.

He was earlier the Vice-Chancellor of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Rajasthan Ayurved University, Jodhpur.

He has had a long association with Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, contributing to research and academics.

Detailed Explanation:

Professor Pradeep Kumar Prajapati has formally assumed charge as the Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi.

He was earlier the Vice-Chancellor of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Rajasthan Ayurved University, Jodhpur.

He has had a long association with Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, contributing to research and academics.

He began his academic career as an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur.

His appointment as Director of AIIA was approved by the Union Cabinet, and he will serve for five years or until superannuation, whichever is earlier.

Prof. Prajapati holds a BAMS degree from Gurukul Kangri University and completed MD and PhD from Banaras Hindu University (BHU).

11) Answer: B

The Government of India appointed L. Satya Srinivas as Executive Director (ED), India at the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

L.Satya Srinivas is a 1991-batch Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer and currently serves as Special Secretary in the Ministry of Commerce.

He will succeed senior bureaucrat Vikas Sheel as India’s ED at ADB.

His appointment is for three years from the date of assumption of charge or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

12) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The World Bank Group appointed Carlos Felipe Jaramillo as Vice President for the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) Region, effective September 15, 2025.

He will oversee partnerships with 23 countries and manage an active portfolio exceeding US$32 billion.

Singapore will serve as the new regional hub for the EAP region, aligning with the World Bank’s decentralization strategy.

Detailed Explanation:

The World Bank Group appointed Carlos Felipe Jaramillo as Vice President for the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) Region, effective September 15, 2025.

He will oversee partnerships with 23 countries and manage an active portfolio exceeding US$32 billion.

Singapore will serve as the new regional hub for the EAP region, aligning with the World Bank’s decentralization strategy.

Jaramillo previously served as Vice President for Latin America and the Caribbean (2020–2025), managing a portfolio of US$41.5 billion across 31 countries.

13) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Skechers has appointed Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj as its brand ambassador, marking its entry into the cricket market.

Detailed Explanation:

Skechers has appointed Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj as its brand ambassador, marking its entry into the cricket market.

Siraj will wear Skechers cricket footwear and feature in performance and lifestyle campaigns.

Mohammed Siraj joins Jasprit Bumrah, Ishan Kishan, and Yastika Bhatia on Skechers’ athlete roster.

The brand is positioning its cricket footwear (full-spike and half-spike variants) as a growth driver in India’s sportswear market.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian Naval Ship (INS) Nistar, India’s indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel (DSV), made its maiden port call at Changi, Singapore on 14 September 2025.

The vessel will participate in Exercise Pacific Reach 2025 (XPR 25) commencing on 15 September 2025 under the Eastern Fleet Command.

INS Nistar was commissioned on 18 July 2025 with over 80% indigenisation, showcasing Aatmanirbharta in shipbuilding.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Naval Ship (INS) Nistar, India’s indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel (DSV), made its maiden port call at Changi, Singapore on 14 September 2025.

The vessel will participate in Exercise Pacific Reach 2025 (XPR 25) commencing on 15 September 2025 under the Eastern Fleet Command.

INS Nistar was commissioned on 18 July 2025 with over 80% indigenisation, showcasing Aatmanirbharta in shipbuilding.

The vessel is equipped with Side Scan Sonar, ROVs, and deep-sea diving systems and will act as the mothership (MoSHIP) for the Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV).

India inducted two DSRVs in 2018-19, each capable of rescue operations till 650 meters depth, joining the elite league of nations with dedicated submarine rescue systems.

15) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

‘Androth’, the second of eight ASW SWCs (Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft), was delivered to the Indian Navy on 13 Sept 2025 by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.

Detailed Explanation:

The ASW SWC ships are indigenously designed and constructed as per the Classification Rules of Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).

These ships strengthen the Navy’s anti-submarine warfare, coastal surveillance, and mine-laying capabilities.

The name ‘Androth’ is derived from Androth Island in the Lakshadweep archipelago, symbolizing India’s commitment to maritime security.

The ships are approx77 m long and are the largest Indian Naval warships powered by a Diesel Engine–Waterjet combination.

16) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Journalist Christian Davenport has authored a book titled “Rocket Dreams: Musk, Bezos, and the Inside Story of the New, Trillion-Dollar Space Race”.

Published by Crown Currency, total 371 pages.

Detailed Explanation:

Journalist Christian Davenport has authored a book titled “Rocket Dreams: Musk, Bezos, and the Inside Story of the New, Trillion-Dollar Space Race”.

Published by Crown Currency, total 371 pages.

Focus on rivalry between Elon Musk’s SpaceX and Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin.

Mentions NASA lunar lander contract (April 2021) awarded to SpaceX, leading to litigation by Blue Origin.

Highlights Musk’s use of social media for influence and NASA’s role shifting to a client.

Explores future of space tourism, lunar mining, Mars colonization, raising concerns of space as an elite frontier.

17) Answer: A

Dapaan: Tales from Kashmir’s Conflictis authored by Ipsita Chakravarty, an award-winning journalist, and published in July 2025.

The word “Dapaan” means “It is said” in Kashmiri, framing the book as a collection of oral memories and whispered truths.

The book explores Kashmir’s everyday survival, folklore, humor, and resistance, presenting perspectives beyond official state narratives.

Central theme revolves around “Haalaat” (the situation), referring to the worsening political and military conditions since the rise of militancy in 1989.

It uses hidden cassettes, folklore, satire, and ghost stories to depict loss, surveillance, and cultural endurance.

18) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India secured its first-ever gold medals at the Speed Skating World Championships 2025 held in Beidaihe, China, with victories by Anandkumar Velkumar in the Senior Men’s 1000m sprint and Krish Sharma in the Junior 1000m sprint.

Detailed Explanation:

Anandkumar Velkumar (Senior Category):

Won gold medal in the 1000m sprint clocking 1:24.924.

Also clinched a bronze medal in the 500m sprint with 43.072 seconds.

Previous milestones: Silver medal in 15km elimination race (2021, Junior World Championships), Bronze in 3000m relay (2023, Asian Games Hangzhou), and Bronze at 2025 World Games in Chengdu (1000m sprint).

Krish Sharma (Junior Category):

Won gold medal in the Junior 1000m sprint, making it a double historic win for India.

19) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India’s fast bowler Mohammed Siraj has been awarded the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s Player of the Month for August 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

India’s fast bowler Mohammed Siraj has been awarded the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s Player of the Month for August 2025.

He won the award for his match-winning performance in the final Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against England at The Oval.

Siraj picked up nine wickets in the match at an average of 21.11, including a five-wicket haul in the second innings, earning him the Player of the Match award.

With this performance, India leveled the five-match series 2-2.

20) Answer: C

Former Meghalaya Chief Minister DonwaDethwelson Lapang passed away on September 12, 2025, in Shillong, at the age of 93.

Born on April 10, 1932, Lapang rose from a road construction worker to become the Chief Minister of Meghalaya four times, though he never completed a full term.

He worked as a labourer by day and studied in an evening college, later serving as a teacher in Nongpoh, which he later helped establish as the headquarters of Ri-Bhoi district.

21) Answer: E

Ricky Hatton, nicknamed “The Hitman”, was one of Britain’s most celebrated boxing championspassed away on 14 September 2025 at the age of 46.

Born in 1978 in Stockport, England, he began his professional boxing career in 1997.

His career record stood at 45 wins in 48 professional bouts, showcasing his dominance in the ring.

Hatton was famous for his aggressive fighting style, charismatic persona, and ring entrances to “Blue Moon” in Manchester City-themed shorts.

22) Answer: B

Every year September 17 is observed as World Patient Safety Day.

The person who is ill or injured and in need of treatment by a doctor or any other health care provider is referred to as a patient.

The World Patient Safety Day 2025 theme is “Safe care for every newborn and every child,”

23) Answer: D

About EPFO:

Under: Ministry of Labour& Employment, Government of India.

Key Purpose: Manages Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), Pension (EPS), and Insurance (EDLI) for salaried employees.

CEO: Ramesh Krishnamurthi

Headquarters: New Delhi

24) Answer: B

GraamPay, the flagship platform of Viyona, is designed for rural India, offering farmers, shopkeepers, and households tools for UPI transactions, digital collections, and payouts.

25) Answer: D

In a landmark initiative for wildlife conservation, India’s first online vulture knowledge portal was launched on September 2, 2025, in Assam, coinciding with International Vulture Awareness Day.

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