Current Events in India 2025

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What percentage of Switzerland's population is Muslim?

10%

12%

5% (correct)

What is one principle outlined by the RBI for lenders in the Government Debt Relief Scheme?

Complete forgiveness of loans

Automatic approval of all relief requests

Alternative repayment models

Sacrifice of interest and/or principal (correct)

Which companies are collaborating to study the removal of space debris?

NASA and ISRO

SpaceX and Blue Origin

Orbital Lasers and InspeCity (correct)

Lockheed Martin and Boeing

What is the significance of the word 'Onaele' in the name of the newly identified ant species Tapinoma onaele?

It means dried leaves Signup and view all the answers

What significant change did the Act bring about regarding the Aircraft Act, 1934?

It removed redundancies and replaced the Aircraft Act. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the World Bank's Business Ready (B-READY) report 2024?

To replace the Ease of Doing Business report Signup and view all the answers

Which state in India produces tobacco with higher levels of nicotine?

Andhra Pradesh Signup and view all the answers

What will the Orbital Lasers system use to remove space debris?

Laser energy Signup and view all the answers

What benefit is included in the Government Debt Relief Scheme for borrowers?

Waiver of accrued but unrealized interest Signup and view all the answers

Which country is the largest producer of tobacco in the world?

China Signup and view all the answers

Which ant species was recently rediscovered after three decades in the Western Ghats?

Probolomyrmex procne Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose for the formation of the Quad in 2004?

Response to the Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami Signup and view all the answers

What penalty may be imposed on those who violate the Swiss burqa ban?

A fine of up to 1,000 Swiss francs Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the Tobacco Board's establishment is correct?

It was established on January 1, 1976. Signup and view all the answers

During the 2023-24 period, what was the amount of India's tobacco outbound shipments?

Rs 12,005.89 crore Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about the first jallikattu event in 2025?

It was held in Thatchankurichi village. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding Australia's involvement in the Quad is accurate?

Australia withdrew from the Quad in 2008 due to tensions. Signup and view all the answers

What recent action did the Centre take regarding the Wholesale Price Index?

Revised the base year to 2022-23. Signup and view all the answers

Which organization has implemented the Centralised Pension Payments System?

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Fifth Police Commission in Tamil Nadu?

To recommend reforms in policing. Signup and view all the answers

What target has the Ministry of Rural Development set for PMAY-G in January 2025?

10 lakh houses Signup and view all the answers

What is the total budget allocation for the housing scheme in the financial year 2024-25?

Rs 54,500 crore Signup and view all the answers

When did the Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam 2024 provisions come into force?

January 1, 2025 Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam 2024?

To modernize India’s aviation sector. Signup and view all the answers

What notable achievement did Dr. K.S. Manilal accomplish in his research?

He discovered 19 new plant species. Signup and view all the answers

Which medal was awarded to Dr. K.S. Manilal for his contributions to botany?

Vishwambhar Puri Medal Signup and view all the answers

When was the India Meteorological Department (IMD) established?

January 15, 1875 Signup and view all the answers

Which award did Dr. K.S. Manilal receive from the Netherlands?

Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of DRDO regarding critical projects by 2025?

To complete 100 critical projects Signup and view all the answers

What does the IMD aim to provide through its establishment?

Systematic observation and scientific forecasting of weather Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant aspect of India's business entry process compared to Singapore?

It involves multiple steps and lacks complete digital integration. Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Dr. K.S. Manilal receive the Padma Shri award?

2020 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tamil Nadu Jallikattu

Tamil Nadu's first jallikattu for 2025 held at Thatchankurichi village.

NITI Aayog Panel

18-member panel chaired by Dr. Ramesh Chand of NITI Aayog to revise WPI base year to 2022-23.

EPFO CPPS

EPFO completed full-scale implementation of the Centralised Pension Payments System (CPPS).

Blinkit Ambulance Delivery

Zomato-owned Blinkit launched 10-minute ambulance delivery service in Gurugram, Haryana, at ₹2000 flat rate.

Air India Wi-Fi

Air India became the first airline to offer in-flight Wi-Fi on both domestic and international routes.

Tamil Nadu Fifth Police Commission Report

Headed by former Madras High Court Judge C.T. Selvam.
Submitted final report to CM.
Covers recruitment to retirement, recommending reforms.

PMAY-G Program Extension

Ministry of Rural Development aims to sanction 10 lakh houses under PMAY-G in January 2025.
Program extended for 5 years (August 2024) targeting 2 crore additional houses by 2029.
2024-25 saw highest budget allocation (₹54,500 crore) for housing scheme.

Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam 2024

Passed by Lok Sabha (09/08/2024) and Rajya Sabha (05/12/2024).
Provisions to come into force January 1, 2025.
Modernizes India's aviation sector by reenacting Aircraft Act, 1934.

Tobacco Farmers Income 2024

Tobacco exports likely to cross ₹13,000 crore in 2024.
India is the second largest tobacco producer (after China) and fourth largest FCV tobacco producer (after China, Brazil & Zimbabwe).
India also the second largest exporter of unmanufactured tobacco.
Outbound shipments in 2023-24 totalled ₹12,005.89 crore (USD 1.5 billion)

Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka Tobacco

Andhra Pradesh tobacco contains higher nicotine levels than Karnataka's.
Tobacco Board set up in January 1, 1976 by Act of Parliament.

20 Years of QUAD

Foreign ministers of India, Australia, Japan, & the US issued joint statement on December 31, 2024 to mark 20th anniversary of QUAD cooperation.
Formed in response to the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami.
First talks in 2017 (Philippines). Australia left in 2008, but returned in 2018.

Swiss Burqa Ban

Swiss prohibition on face coverings in public spaces came into effect January 1, 2024.
Fine of up to 1,000 Swiss francs for violations.

Government Debt Relief Scheme (DRS)

RBI introduces guidelines for lenders participating in DRS.
DRS aims to assist borrowers during crises.

India-Japan Space Debris Collaboration

Space startups in India and Japan agreed to jointly study laser-equipped satellites for removing debris from orbit.
Aims to prevent orbital congestion, explore business opportunities in in-space services.

New Ant Species in Western Ghats

Scientists identified a new ant species (Tapinoma onaele).
Onaele in Kannada means dried leaves which are part of forest floor.
Probolomyrmex procne rediscovered after 3 decades.

Business Ready (B-Ready) Report 2024

World Bank's new report to replace Ease of Doing Business report.
Countries like Singapore offer online business registration within a day at minimal costs.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) 150th Year

IMD established in January 15, 1875.
Earliest government department for systematic weather observation and forecasting.
First Meteorological and Astronomical Observatory established in Madras (1793).
H.F. Blanford was the first Meteorological Reporter (1875).
DRDO aims to complete 100 critical projects and execute over 6,000 tests in 2025.

Botanist K.S. Manilal Death

Dr. K.S. Manilal, botanist, passed away in Thrissur, Kerala.

DRDO's 67th Foundation Day

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) was formed in 1958 by merging Technical Development Establishments & Directorate of Technical Development.

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This quiz covers major recent developments in India, including the first jallikattu event in Tamil Nadu, the NITI Aayog panel's revision of the WPI base year, and innovations in services like ambulance delivery by Blinkit. Test your knowledge on the latest policies and programs impacting the country in 2025.