Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 21st August 2025

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1) According to ICRA, India’s GDP is projected to grow by how much in Q1 (April–June) of FY2025–26?

(a) 6.3%

(b) 6.5%

(d) 7.0%

(e) 7.4%

2) According to the SBI research report on GST reforms, which of the following statements is correct?

(a) The proposed GST rationalisation will reduce the effective weighted average GST rate from 14.4% to 9.5%.

(b) The revenue loss due to GST rationalisation is projected at ₹1 lakh crore annually, without any offsetting measures.

(d) The Centre is expected to lose all additional GST revenue due to state sharing.

(e) Lower GST rates are expected to reduce consumption by ₹2 lakh crore.

3) Which public sector bank in India became the first to migrate its corporate website to the ‘.bank.in’ domain?

(a) State Bank of India

(b) Punjab National Bank

(d) Canara Bank

(e) Union Bank of India

4) As per the news, India Exim Bank signed a $40 million commercial credit line agreement with which African financial institution?

(a) African Development Bank (AfDB)

(b) ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID)

(d) African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)

(e) African Union Investment Bank

5) According to the RBI, which country was the largest foreign investor in Indian Mutual Funds in FY25?

(a) United States

(b) United Kingdom

(d) Canada

(e) Australia

6) As of March 2025, what was the Non-Performing Asset (NPA) ratio for Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) loans in Scheduled Commercial Banks?

(a) 9.81% of outstanding loans

(b) 5.47% of disbursed loans

(d) 3.60% of outstanding loans

(e) 7.25% of disbursed loans

7) What is the name of the new rehabilitation scheme announced by West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for migrant labourers?

(a) Shramik Mitra

(b) Sramashree

(d) Jan Shramik Sahayata

(e) Shramik Suraksha

8) Who introduced the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha?

(a) Amit Shah

(b) Nirmala Sitharaman

(d) Rajeev Chandrasekhar

(e) Ashwini Vaishnaw

9) As of 31 July 2025, what percentage of Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) accounts were inoperative?

(a) 15%

(b) 20%

(d) 23%

(e) 30%

10) Recently, Cabinet approved the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 to be introduced in Lok Sabha. What is the estimated value of the online gaming market in India as per the Bill’s highlights?

(a) USD 2.5 billion

(b) USD 3.7 billion

(d) USD 7.2 billion

(e) USD 9.1 billion

11) What is the estimated cost of the approved Greenfield Airport at Kota-Bundi, Rajasthan?

(a) ₹1,200 crore

(b) ₹1,507 crore

(d) ₹2,500 crore

(e) ₹3,000 crore

12) Which digital supply chain tool has the Government of India implemented to modernize the Public Distribution System (PDS)?

(a) Anna-Chakra

(b) e-Ration

(d) RationTrack

(e) FoodChain

13) Which IIM is being established under the Indian Institutes of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025 to amend the IIM Act, 2017?

(a) IIM Jammu

(b) IIM Guwahati

(d) IIM Patna

(e) IIM Visakhapatnam

14) As per the news, Union Coal & Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy stated the government is committed to transparency and modern technology in mining. Which of the following countries has India signed agreements with for critical mineral resource development?

(a) Brazil and Chile

(b) Argentina and Zambia

(d) Canada and Norway

(e) Russia and Japan

15) What is the name of the one-stop digital platform launched by the Election Commission of India, integrating 40+ applications for voters, officials, and parties?

(a) VoterConnect

(b) ECIOnline

(d) ECINET

(e) ElectionPortal

16) Who was crowned Miss Universe India 2025, in Jaipur, Rajasthan?

(a) Riya Sinha

(b) Tanya Sharma

(d) Mehak Dhingra

(e) Amishi Kaushik

17) Who was elected President of the Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI) for 2025–26?

(a) Sam Balsara

(b) Srinivasan K. Swamy

(d) Prasanth Kumar

(e) Anupriya Acharya

18) Recently, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is developing a new rocket, described as being the height of a 40-storey building. What is the payload capacity of the new rocket being developed by ISRO?

(a) 35 kg

(b) 7,500 kg

(d) 1,00,000 kg

(e) 50,000 kg

19) As of August 2025, Marriott International teams up with Flipkart to launch India’s first dual-loyalty programme integrating Bonvoy and SuperCoins. What is the conversion rate between Marriott Bonvoy points and Flipkart SuperCoins in their new dual-loyalty program?

(a) 1,000 Bonvoy points = 2,000 SuperCoins

(b) 2,000 Bonvoy points = 1,000 SuperCoins

(d) 1,500 Bonvoy points = 1,000 SuperCoins

(e) 2,500 Bonvoy points = 1,500 SuperCoins

20) Which institution has partnered with Federal Express Corporation (FedEx) to launch the FedEx SMART Centre (Supply Chain Modelling, Algorithms, Research and Technology Centre)?

(a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru

(b) Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi

(d) Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M)

(e) RailTel Corporation of India

21) Every year August 20 observed as Sadbhavana Diwas, to commemorate the birth anniversary of which Indian leader?

(a) Late Shri Indira Gandhi

(b) Late Shri Rajiv Gandhi

(d) Late Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee

(e) Late Shri Morarji Desai

22) The NISAR satellite, launched on July 30, 2025, is a joint project of ISRO and which organization?

(a) European Space Agency (ESA)

(b) JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency)

(d) NASA

(e) Boeing

23) Who won the 72^nd Miss World 2025 title held at Hitex Exhibition Center, Hyderabad, Telangana?

(a) Manika Vishwakarma

(b) Riya Sinha

(d) Harnaaz Sandhu

(e) Tanya Sharma

24) As per the news regarding the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, which of the following statements is/are correct?

(a) Online gaming in India is valued at USD 3.7 billion and projected to reach USD 9.1 billion by 2029.

(b) E-Sports, Social, and Educational Games will be promoted, while Online Money Games with real cash deposits are banned.

(d) Violations of the Bill may attract imprisonment up to 3 years and fines up to ₹1 crore.

(e) All of the above

Answers :

1) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

ICRA, a credit rating agency, forecasts India’s GDP to grow by 6.7% in the first quarter of the current financial year (April-June 2025).

This projection is higher than the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) recent forecast of 6.5% for the same quarter.

The growth is attributed to upfronted government spending and a jump in exports.

Detailed Explanation:

ICRA, a credit rating agency, forecasts India’s GDP to grow by 6.7% in the first quarter of the current financial year (April-June 2025).

This projection is higher than the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) recent forecast of 6.5% for the same quarter.

The growth is attributed to upfronted government spending and a jump in exports.

In the preceding quarter (January-March 2025), India’s GDP grew by 7.4% according to the National Statistics Office (NSO).

The official data for the April-June quarter is scheduled for release on August 29.

According to ICRA’s analysis, the services sector is expected to be the main growth driver, potentially reaching an eight-quarter high of 8.3%.

Conversely, both the industrial and agriculture sectors are projected to see a deceleration in growth.

Agriculture sector growth is estimated to be 4.5%, down from 5.4% in the previous quarter.

Industrial sector growth may fall to 4% from 6.5% in the previous quarter.

Government spending was a significant factor, with the Government of India’s gross capital expenditure increasing by 52% year-on-year to ₹2.8 lakh crore in the quarter ending June 2025.

The capital outlay of 24 state governments also saw a 23% increase to ₹1.1 lakh crore in the same period.

2) Answer: A

The SBI research report estimates a ₹45,000 crore revenue loss in FY25 due to GST rate rationalisation, but expects minimal impact on the fiscal deficit as lower rates will boost consumption.

The Centre’s next-generation GST reforms propose two basic rates of 5% and 18%, and a 40% rate for 5–7 sin goods, replacing the current 28% slab.

The report projects an average annual revenue loss of ₹85,000 crore, but this will be offset by higher consumption and tax buoyancy.

Consumption boost of ₹1.98 lakh crore from lower GST rates, combined with tax cuts, could add ₹5.31 lakh crore (≈1.6% of GDP) to overall expenditure.

The effective weighted average GST rate is expected to fall further from 14.4% to 9.5% after rationalisation, reducing tax burden.

Despite potential revenue loss, an additional GST revenue of ₹52,000 crore is expected, to be shared equally between Centre and States (₹26,000 crore each).

On average, the Centre exceeded projected tax revenue by ₹2.26 lakh crore in the last four years, showing fiscal space for reforms.

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has migrated its corporate website towww.pnb.bank.in fromwww.pnb.co.in, becoming the first Public Sector Bank in India to adopt the .bank.in domain.

Detailed Explanation:

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has migrated its corporate website towww.pnb.bank.in fromwww.pnb.co.in, becoming the first Public Sector Bank in India to adopt the .bank.in domain.

The move is in line with the RBI circular (April 22, 2025) on migration to ‘.bank.in’ domain, under the guidance of IDRBT (Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology), which is the exclusive registrar.

.bank.in domain is reserved exclusively for Indian banks, offering enhanced cyber security, protection against phishing and frauds, and boosting public trust in digital banking.

The RBI initiative was announced after the Monetary Policy Committee meeting (Feb 7, 2025) to address rising frauds in digital payments.

Registrations for .bank.in began in April 2025, and RBI also plans to introduce an exclusive domain “fin.in” for non-bank financial sector entities.

4) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) and the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) have signed a $40 million commercial credit line agreement.

Detailed Explanation:

The Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) and the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) have signed a $40 million commercial credit line agreement.

The agreement aims to create new opportunities for Indian businesses in Africa and strengthen bilateral economic ties.

India Exim Bank plays a key role in financing, facilitating, and promoting India’s international trade and investments, and also acts as the principal financial institution for coordinating export-import financing.

Collaboration with African financial institutions is highlighted as a vital pillar for partnerships amid global trade uncertainties.

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

According to a study by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Foreign liabilities of Indian Mutual Funds (MFs) rose 19.9% in FY25 to ₹2.6 lakh crore (market value), compared to ₹2.1 lakh crore in FY24.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) was the largest foreign investor, holding 1/5th share (~₹52,549 crore) of total Indian MF foreign investment.

Detailed Explanation:

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) was the largest foreign investor, holding 1/5th share (~₹52,549 crore) of total Indian MF foreign investment.

United States (U.S.) and United Kingdom (U.K) investors together accounted for 20% (~₹10,900 crore) of Indian MF units sold abroad.

Australia and Canada investments in Indian MFs grew the fastest (>40% growth) in FY25.

In contrast, 45 Indian MFs reduced exposure to most foreign equities, with Japan investments falling ~20% and U.S./U.K. down ~4% each.

Only Hong Kong and Canada saw a rise in investment exposure by Indian MFs.

6) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) for Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) stood at 9.81% of outstanding loans as of March 2025, compared to 5.47% in March 2018.

Against total disbursed loan amount, the NPA ratio was 2.19% in March 2025, lower than 2.71% in March 2018.

Detailed Explanation:

Against total disbursed loan amount, the NPA ratio was 2.19% in March 2025, lower than 2.71% in March 2018.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman provided this data in a written reply to Rajya Sabha.

NPAs under PMMY were higher than those of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, where NPAs were 3.60% of outstanding loans in March 2025.

Higher NPAs in PMMY are linked to its collateral-free loans, often extended to first-time borrowers.

Government measures to improve PMMY include publicity campaigns, simplified forms, Credit Guarantee Scheme, appointment of Mudra Nodal Officers, and periodic reviews.

7) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Chief Minister (CM) Mamata Banerjee announced a new rehabilitation scheme named ‘Sramashree’ for migrant labourers who were allegedly harassed in Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-ruled states.

Detailed Explanation:

Under the scheme, financial aid of ₹5,000 per month will be provided for 12 months or till the migrant workers secure fresh employment in West Bengal.

The scheme has been approved by the state cabinet to support the rehabilitation of returning migrant workers.

In addition to monthly assistance, workers returning to the state will also receive one-time travel aid.

8) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal introduced the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025 in Lok Sabha.

The Bill was earlier approved by the Union Cabinet and referred to a Select Committee by the Hon’ble Speaker.

This Bill builds on the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023, which decriminalised 183 provisions in 42 Central Acts across 19 Ministries/Departments.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal introduced the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025 in Lok Sabha.

The Bill was earlier approved by the Union Cabinet and referred to a Select Committee by the Hon’ble Speaker.

This Bill builds on the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023, which decriminalised 183 provisions in 42 Central Acts across 19 Ministries/Departments.

Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025 expands the reforms to cover 16 Central Acts administered by 10 Ministries/Departments.

A total of 355 provisions are proposed for amendment:

288 provisions decriminalised to foster Ease of Doing Business (EoDB).

67 provisions amended to facilitate Ease of Living (EoL).

The Bill also proposes 67 amendments under the New Delhi Municipal Council Act (NDMC Act), 1994 and the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.

9) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

As of 31 July 2025, total Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) accounts – 56.03 crore, of which 13.04 crore (23%) are inoperative.

Uttar Pradesh (UP) leads with 2.75 crore inoperative accounts, followed by Bihar – 1.39 crore and Madhya Pradesh (MP) – 1.07 crore.

Detailed Explanation:

As of 31 July 2025, total Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) accounts – 56.03 crore, of which 13.04 crore (23%) are inoperative.

Uttar Pradesh (UP) leads with 2.75 crore inoperative accounts, followed by Bihar – 1.39 crore and Madhya Pradesh (MP) – 1.07 crore.

As per Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines (Feb 2009), a Savings Bank Account (SB A/c) is classified as inoperative if no customer-initiated transaction is done for 2 years.

Govt measures:

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) used to revive inactive accounts.

Banks must inform account holders quarterly via Short Message Service (SMS), email, and letters.

Gram Panchayat Saturation Campaign (July–September 2025) ensures Re-Know Your Customer (Re-KYC) compliance.

Unified Payments Interface (UPI): Govt proposes no transaction charges; provided ₹8,730 crore incentives (Financial Year (FY) 2021–22 to FY 2024–25) to ensure continuity.

10) Answer: B

Cabinet approved the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 to be introduced in Lok Sabha.

The Bill seeks to promote e-Sports, social and educational games, while banning online money games in public interest.

Online gaming in India is valued at USD 3.7 billion and is projected to reach USD 9.1 billion by 2029.

E-Sports, Social Games, and Educational Games will be promoted and regulated, while Online Money Games involving real cash deposits and winnings are completely banned.

11) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Greenfield Airport at Kota-Bundi, Rajasthan approved at an estimated cost of ₹1,507 crore.

Project includes construction of a 20,000 sq. meter Terminal Building with capacity to handle 1,000 Peak Hour Passengers.

Detailed Explanation:

Greenfield Airport at Kota-Bundi, Rajasthan approved at an estimated cost of ₹1,507 crore.

Project includes construction of a 20,000 sq. meter Terminal Building with capacity to handle 1,000 Peak Hour Passengers.

Kota recognized as the industrial capital of Rajasthan and renowned as the Educational Coaching Hub of India, making the project critical for meeting future traffic growth.

6-lane access-controlled Capital Region Ring Road in Odisha also approved at a cost of ₹8,307.74 crore.

Project includes the Bhubaneswar Bypass, which will divert heavy commercial traffic away from Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, and Khordha cities.

12) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Government of India implemented the “Anna-Chakra” digital supply chain optimisation tool in 30 out of 31 targeted States/UTs, with Manipur as the only pending state.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India implemented the “Anna-Chakra” digital supply chain optimisation tool in 30 out of 31 targeted States/UTs, with Manipur as the only pending state.

Developed to modernize the Public Distribution System (PDS), the tool uses data-driven route optimisation and logistics management.

It is expected to save ₹250 crore annually through reduced transportation costs, optimized truck loads, and minimized redundant routes.

The tool also helps reduce CO2 emissions, supporting India’s climate change commitments and SDGs.

Digital dashboards and predictive analytics provide supply chain transparency, preventing leakages/diversions and enabling real-time tracking.

Ensures timely delivery of ration to beneficiaries, including those in remote and hard-to-reach areas.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Lok Sabha passed the Indian Institutes of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025 to amend the IIM Act, 2017.

The Bill provides for the establishment of IIM Guwahati in Assam, addressing a long-standing regional demand.

Detailed Explanation:

Lok Sabha passed the Indian Institutes of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025 to amend the IIM Act, 2017.

The Bill provides for the establishment of IIM Guwahati in Assam, addressing a long-standing regional demand.

₹550 crore financial grant allocated for the new IIM.

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stated that 21 IIMs are operational in India and have become a recognized brand.

Demand for IIMs has risen internationally; IIM Dubai campus to open next month.

The Bill was passed without discussion amid opposition uproar over the SIR issue.

14) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Rajya Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2025, after Lok Sabha approval.

India also exploring critical minerals abroad; agreements signed with Argentina & Zambia for resource development.

Detailed Explanation:

Rajya Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2025, after Lok Sabha approval.

Bill aims to promote sustainable mining, zero-waste practices, and advance the National Critical Mineral Mission.

Union Coal & Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy stated the government is committed to transparency and modern technology in mining.

Critical minerals vital for EVs, batteries, LEDs, automotive, machinery, and space applications were largely neglected before 2014, leaving India dependent on imports.

Under the National Critical Mineral Mission, 24 critical minerals identified; domestic production promoted through onshore & offshore exploration.

First offshore mineral block auction (including polymetallic nodules in the Andaman Sea) launched in November 2024.

India also exploring critical minerals abroad; agreements signed with Argentina & Zambia for resource development.

15) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Election Commission of India rolled out 28 major initiatives in the last six months to enhance transparency, efficiency, and inclusivity in elections.

ECINET launched – one-stop digital platform integrating 40+ applications and portals for voters, officials, and parties.

Technology reforms include 100% webcasting at polling stations, real-time voter turnout updates, and mandatory VVPAT slip counts in case of mismatches.

Detailed Explanation:

Election Commission of India rolled out 28 major initiatives in the last six months to enhance transparency, efficiency, and inclusivity in elections.

Reforms are based on six key pillars: stakeholder engagement, cleanup of electoral systems, use of technology, purification of rolls, ease of voting, and capacity building.

Steps for cleanup: delisting of inactive unrecognised parties, photo ID cards for BLOs, new verification procedures for EVM microcontrollers.

Strengthened frameworks via national conferences and bilateral meetings with international election management bodies.

ECINET launched – one-stop digital platform integrating 40+ applications and portals for voters, officials, and parties.

Technology reforms include 100% webcasting at polling stations, real-time voter turnout updates, and mandatory VVPAT slip counts in case of mismatches.

Electoral rolls strengthened: special revisions in Bihar and 4 states before bypolls, death registration linkage for automatic updates, removal of duplicate EPIC numbers, and 15-day voter ID delivery with SMS tracking.

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Manika Vishwakarma from Ganganagar, Rajasthan crowned Miss Universe India 2025 in Jaipur, Rajasthan.

Crowned by outgoing Miss Universe India Riya Sinha (2024 winner).

She will represent India at the 74th Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand.

Detailed Explanation:

Manika Vishwakarma from Ganganagar, Rajasthan crowned Miss Universe India 2025 in Jaipur, Rajasthan.

Crowned by outgoing Miss Universe India Riya Sinha (2024 winner).

She will represent India at the 74th Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand.

Founder of Neuronova; advocates for neurodivergence awareness (ADHD, etc.).

Event saw participation from 50 contestants; finalists:

Tanya Sharma (Uttar Pradesh) – 1st runner-up

Mehak Dhingra (Haryana) – 2nd runner-up

Amishi Kaushik (Haryana) – 3rd runner-up

Miss Universe India 2025 was the second edition of the pageant, organized by Glamanand Group and K Sera Sera Box Office.

Sub-contests began on 26th July 2025 in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

India’s past Miss Universe winners: Sushmita Sen (1994), Lara Dutta (2000), Harnaaz Sandhu (2021).

17) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Srinivasan K. Swamy, Executive Group Chairman of R. K. Swamy Ltd., was elected President of the Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI) for 2025–26 at the AGM on August 14, 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

Jaideep Gandhi was elected as the Vice-President of AAAI.

The new board includes notable leaders such as Anupriya Acharya, Sam Balsara, Tanya Goyal, Tapas Gupta, and several others, listed alphabetically.

The Immediate Past President, Prasanth Kumar, will serve on the Board as an ex-officio member.

18) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is developing a new rocket, described as being the height of a 40-storey building, which will be capable of lifting a massive 75,000 kg payload into space.

This is a huge increase from the 35-kg payload of its first indigenous rocket, the SLV-3 in 1980.

Detailed Explanation:

This is a huge increase from the 35-kg payload of its first indigenous rocket, the SLV-3 in 1980.

Future Missions and Timelines: Several ambitious projects have been approved:

Gaganyaan: The first unmanned mission for the human spaceflight program is planned very shortly.

Bharatiya Anthariksh Station: India’s own space station will be a reality by 2035, with initial modules starting as early as 2027.

Moon Mission: India aims to land an astronaut on the moon and safely return them by a fully indigenous mission by 2040.

Chandrayaan-4: The program has been approved.

Venus Orbiter Mission: This mission has also been approved to study planet Venus.

Next Generation Launch Vehicle: A heavy-lift launch vehicle with a recoverable first stage has been approved.

19) Answer: B

Marriott International and Flipkart have partnered to create a dual-loyalty program in India, a first-of-its-kind initiative that integrates their respective loyalty platforms, Marriott Bonvoy and Flipkart SuperCoins.

The collaboration is a long-term strategy to leverage the rise in domestic and outbound travel from India, as well as Flipkart’s massive customer base of over 700 million members.

Members can now earn and redeem points across both platforms. The conversion rate is 2,000 Bonvoy points for 1,000 SuperCoins and vice versa, while customers also earn 100 Bonvoy points for every ₹1,000 spent on Flipkart.

20) Answer: D

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M) has partnered with Federal Express Corporation (FedEx) to launch the FedEx SMART Centre (Supply Chain Modelling, Algorithms, Research and Technology Centre).

The center is backed by a $5 million grant from FedEx and will focus on developing sustainable, technology-driven logistics solutions.

The research will be interdisciplinary, covering areas such as carbon-neutral operations, autonomous delivery systems, EV infrastructure, predictive analytics, and AI-driven worker safety.

Beyond research, the SMART Centre will have a Pan-India impact through talent outreach, internships, and student competitions, helping to develop a skilled workforce for the logistics sector.

21) Answer: B

Sadbhavana Diwas is celebrated on 20 August every year.

The birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Late Shri Rajiv Gandhi is observed as “Sadbhavana Diwas” on August 20.

22) Answer: D

India’s first astronaut, Shubhanshu Shukla, recently returned from the International Space Station (ISS).

The NISAR satellite, a joint project with NASA, was launched on July 30, 2025, to monitor Earth’s ecosystems.

ISRO plans to launch a GSAT-7R military communication satellite for the Indian Navy this year.

The total number of satellites India has in orbit is 55, with a goal to triple that number in the next 3-4 years.

23) Answer: C

Miss World 2025: Opal Suchata (Thailand) crowned winner at the 72nd Miss World 2025 held on 31st May 2025 at Hitex Exhibition Center, Hyderabad, Telangana.

She became the first woman from Thailand to win Miss World.

24) Answer: E

Online gaming in India is valued at USD 3.7 billion and is projected to reach USD 9.1 billion by 2029.

E-Sports, Social Games, and Educational Games will be promoted and regulated, while Online Money Games involving real cash deposits and winnings are completely banned.

Bill addresses issues of addiction, debt traps, suicides, and cross-border offshore servers due to lack of a uniform legal framework.

Running, promoting, or advertising money games is prohibited, and banks/payment firms are barred from processing related transactions.

A Regulatory Authority will be appointed by the Central Government to oversee compliance.

Penalties: violation may attract up to 3 years imprisonment and ₹1 crore fine; advertising violations up to 2 years and ₹50 lakh fine; repeat offences up to 5 years and ₹2 crore fine; non-compliance fines up to ₹10 lakh.

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