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1) As per the news, which national payment system of Uzbekistan will enable UPI-based merchant payments for Indian travellers?

(a) Payme

(b) Click

(c) HUMO

(d) UZCARD

(e) NIPC

 

2) As per the news, which is the largest elephant corridor among the three notified by the Tamil Nadu Government in the Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary?

(a) Jawalagiri–Panai–Anchetty

(b) Jawalagiri–Ulibanda–Thaggatti

(c) Billikkal–Jawalagiri

(d) Hosur–Anchetty–Panai

(e) Ulibanda–Thaggatti–Billikkal

 

3) As per the news, which Ministry issued the Union Territory of Ladakh (Sitting of the Bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in Ladakh) Regulation, 2026?

(a) Ministry of Home Affairs

(b) Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs

(c) Ministry of Legislative Affairs

(d) Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions

(e) Ministry of Law and Justice

 

4) As per the news, the CM-IMPACT Read & Rise Meghalaya Programme aims to ensure that every child can read and write by the age of:

(a) 5 years

(b) 6 years

(c) 7 years

(d) 8 years

(e) 10 years

5) As per the news, consider the following statements regarding the own revenue share of States/UTs in FY 2024-25 (BE):

1. Delhi ranked 1st with an own revenue share of 93.2%.
2. Haryana ranked 2nd with an own revenue share of 80.4%.
3. Manipur recorded the lowest own revenue share at 10.0%.
4. Own revenue comprises Own Tax Revenue and Own Non-Tax Revenue.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) Only 1 and 2

(b) Only 2 and 3

(c) Only 1, 2 and 3

(d) All the above

(e) None of the above

 

6) As per the news, which Indian state has launched the country’s first State-level Sports Genomics Programme?

(a) Maharashtra

(b) Karnataka

(c) Gujarat

(d) Tamil Nadu

(e) Telangana

 

7) As per the news, what is the name of the 24×7 one-on-one interactive learning platform launched by the Bihar Government for students of Classes 9 to 12?

(a) Bihar Shiksha Setu

(b) Vidya Bihar Mission

(c) Bihar Digital Pathshala

(d) Bihar Vidya Saathi

(e) Bihar Gyan Portal

 

8) As per the news, which organisation will establish India’s first dedicated Quantum and Artificial Intelligence (AI) University campus in Amaravati?

(a) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras

(b) National Informatics Centre (NIC)

(c) National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT)

(d) Indian Institute of Science (IISc)

(e) Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC)

 

9) As per the news, the restructured PM SVANidhi Scheme has extended lending up to which date?

(a) 31 March 2027

(b) 31 December 2028

(c) 31 March 2029

(d) 31 March 2030

(e) 31 December 2030

 

10) As per the news, consider the following statements regarding India’s BRICS Chairship 2026:

1. India assumed the BRICS Chairship on 1 January 2026.
2. The 18th BRICS Summit will be held on 12–13 September 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
3. India’s BRICS 2026 theme is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.”
4. India has previously held the BRICS Chairship in 2012, 2016 and 2021.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) Only 1 and 2

(b) Only 2 and 3

(c) Only 1, 2 and 3

(d) All the above

(e) None of the above

 

11) As per the news, India has secured which status in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP)?

(a) Full Member

(b) Co-Developer

(c) Strategic Partner

(d) Dialogue Partner

(e) Observer

 

12) As per the news, who has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Director of TVS Motor Company?

(a) K.N. Radhakrishnan

(b) Sudarshan Venu

(c) Peyman Kargar

(d) Venu Srinivasan

(e) Kenichi Takashima

 

19) As per the news, who will inaugurate the second Annual Trident Lecture of the Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS)?

(a) Sanjay Seth

(b) General Anil Chauhan

(c) Rajnath Singh

(d) Manohar Lal

(e) Amit Shah

14) As per the news, which Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) system is being procured by the Indian Army from the USA?

(a) Spike

(b) NAG

(c) Hellfire

(d) Kornet

(e) FGM-148 Javelin

 

15) As per the news, which two Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) were decommissioned by the Indian Coast Guard in August 2026?

(a) ICGS Varuna and ICGS Samudra

(b) ICGS Meera Behn and ICGS Subhadra Kumari Chauhan

(c) ICGS Saksham and ICGS Sarathi

(d) ICGS Aruna Asaf Ali and ICGS Priyadarshini

(e) ICGS Shoor and ICGS Abhinav

 

16) As per the news, where was the 10th Taiwan-India Industrial Collaboration Summit held?

(a) New Delhi, Delhi

(b) Mumbai, Maharashtra

(c) Hyderabad, Telangana

(d) Bengaluru, Karnataka

(e) Chennai, Tamil Nadu

 

17) As per the news, which sovereign Artificial Intelligence (AI) stack was launched by Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan?

(a) Bharat AI Stack

(b) IndiaAI

(c) Vaani AI

(d) Bhashini AI

(e) Gnani Artha

 

18) As per the news, what is the theme of the 4th Indo-German Environment Forum to be held in New Delhi?

(a) Green Growth for a Sustainable Future

(b) Climate Action for Global Resilience

(c) Together For More Resilience

(d) Partnership for Sustainable Development

(e) Building a Climate-Resilient World

 

19) As per the news, under which Section of the Mediation Act, 2023 was the Mediation Council of India (MCI) established?

(a) Section 31

(b) Section 25

(c) Section 28

(d) Section 29

(e) Section 35

 

20) As per the news, which anti-ship cruise missile was reportedly tested by China with a new black radar-absorbing coating?

(a) YJ-12

(b) YJ-83

(c) CJ-10

(d) YJ-18A

(e) DF-21D

 

21) As per the news, what is the name of the new subterranean fish species discovered in Bihar’s Indo-Gangetic Basin?

(a) Gangaichthys gangeticus

(b) Gangaichthys bihariensis

(c) Gangaichthys nepalensis

(d) Gangaichthys himalayanus

(e) Gangaichthys indonepalicus

 

22) As per the news, who authored the book ‘Sankalp Se Siddhi Ka Modi Yug’?

(a) Ghanshyam Tiwari

(b) Sudha Murty

(c) Shashi Tharoor

(d) Rajeev Chandrasekhar

(e) Vinay Sahasrabuddhe

 

23) As per the news, which position did India secure in the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026?

(a) 8th

(b) 6th

(c) 7th

(d) 5th

(e) 9th

24) As per the news, Tim Curry, who passed away at the age of 80, was best known for portraying which character in The Rocky Horror Show?

(a) Pennywise

(b) Riff Raff

(c) Brad Majors

(d) Dr. Frank-N-Furter

(e) Dr. Everett Scott

 

25) As per the news, King Harald V, who passed away at the age of 89 on 28 August 2026, was the monarch of which country?

(a) Sweden

(b) Denmark

(c) Norway

(d) Finland

(e) Iceland

 

26) As per the news, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who passed away at the age of 34, was the king of which traditional kingdom?

(a) Buganda Kingdom

(b) Bunyoro Kingdom

(c) Ankole Kingdom

(d) Tooro Kingdom

(e) Busoga Kingdom

 

27) As per the news, World Sanskrit Day 2026 was observed on which date?

(a) 15 August 2026

(b) 28 August 2026

(c) 27 August 2026

(d) 29 August 2026

(e) 30 August 2026

 

28) As per the news, Small Industry Day is observed annually on which date?

(a) 28 August

(b) 29 August

(c) 30 August

(d) 31 August

(e) 1 September

 

29) As per the news, which country is set to become the latest country to adopt India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for cross-border merchant payments?

(a) Kazakhstan

(b) Vietnam

(c) Indonesia

(d) Uzbekistan

(e) Mongolia

 

30) As per the news, which Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Ladakh?

(a) Point Calimere Wildlife Sanctuary

(b) Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary

(c) Dibang Wildlife Sanctuary

(d) Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary

(e) Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

 

Answers:

1) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

NPCI International Payments Ltd. (NIPL), the international arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), entered into a commercial agreement with National Interbank Processing Centre JSC (NIPC) of Uzbekistan on 30 August 2026.

NIPC operates HUMO, Uzbekistan’s national payment system, and the agreement enables UPI-based merchant payments in Uzbekistan.

Under the agreement, Indian travellers can use their UPI-enabled applications to scan Uzbekistan’s national interoperable UZQR code and make instant merchant payments across the country.

The UPI rollout in Uzbekistan was announced during the bilateral visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Uzbekistan.

Detailed Explanation:

NPCI International Payments Ltd. (NIPL), the international arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), entered into a commercial agreement with National Interbank Processing Centre JSC (NIPC) of Uzbekistan on 30 August 2026.

NIPC operates HUMO, Uzbekistan’s national payment system, and the agreement enables UPI-based merchant payments in Uzbekistan.

Under the agreement, Indian travellers can use their UPI-enabled applications to scan Uzbekistan’s national interoperable UZQR code and make instant merchant payments across the country.

The UPI rollout in Uzbekistan was announced during the bilateral visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Uzbekistan.

The agreement followed formal approvals from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Central Bank of Uzbekistan (CBU).

The Central Bank of Uzbekistan (CBU) designated HUMO as NIPL’s authorised partner for cross-border merchant acceptance.

By integrating UPI with the Unified National QR (UZQR) infrastructure, Indian UPI users are expected to receive near-universal acceptance across retail, hospitality and service merchants in Uzbekistan.

2) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Tamil Nadu Government has formally notified three elephant corridors in the Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary under the Hosur Forest Division, strengthening habitat connectivity and facilitating the safe movement of elephants between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

The three recognised elephant corridors are:

Jawalagiri–Ulibanda–Thaggatti

Jawalagiri–Panai–Anchetty

Billikkal–Jawalagiri

The notification was issued by Kakarla Usha, Additional Chief Secretary, Environment, Climate Change and Forests Department, Tamil Nadu.

The three corridors collectively cover more than 10,300 hectares of reserve forest and wildlife sanctuary land.

Jawalagiri–Panai–Anchetty is the largest corridor, covering 6,881.47 hectares across 20.90 km.

Detailed Explanation:

The Tamil Nadu Government has formally notified three elephant corridors in the Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary under the Hosur Forest Division, strengthening habitat connectivity and facilitating the safe movement of elephants between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

The three recognised elephant corridors are:

Jawalagiri–Ulibanda–Thaggatti

Jawalagiri–Panai–Anchetty

Billikkal–Jawalagiri

The notification was issued by Kakarla Usha, Additional Chief Secretary, Environment, Climate Change and Forests Department, Tamil Nadu.

The three corridors collectively cover more than 10,300 hectares of reserve forest and wildlife sanctuary land.

Jawalagiri–Panai–Anchetty is the largest corridor, covering 6,881.47 hectares across 20.90 km.

Jawalagiri–Ulibanda–Thaggatti covers 3,241.53 hectares across 18.50 km.

Billikkal–Jawalagiri is the smallest corridor, extending 2.20 km and covering nearly 196 hectares.

The notification follows interim directions of the Madras High Court and recommendations of committees constituted to identify elephant corridors and address conservation-related obstacles.

 

3) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

President Droupadi Murmu promulgated The Union Territory of Ladakh (Sitting of the Bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in Ladakh) Regulation, 2026.

The regulation provides for sittings of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in the Union Territory of Ladakh, improving access to higher judicial remedies for the people of the region.

The regulation was issued by the Ministry of Law and Justice and published in the Gazette of India Extraordinary on 27 August 2026.

The move follows the Union Cabinet’s approval to enable High Court sittings in Ladakh.

Detailed Explanation:

President Droupadi Murmu promulgated The Union Territory of Ladakh (Sitting of the Bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in Ladakh) Regulation, 2026.

The regulation provides for sittings of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in the Union Territory of Ladakh, improving access to higher judicial remedies for the people of the region.

The regulation was issued by the Ministry of Law and Justice and published in the Gazette of India Extraordinary on 27 August 2026.

The move follows the Union Cabinet’s approval to enable High Court sittings in Ladakh.

The initiative aims to reduce the time, travel and financial burden faced by litigants who currently need to travel outside Ladakh for High Court proceedings.

The principal seat of the common High Court will continue at its existing location, while judges and divisions may hold sittings at other locations within Ladakh as designated by the Chief Justice, with the approval of the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh.

The Chief Justice may also direct that cases or classes of cases arising in Ladakh be heard at Srinagar or Jammu, as applicable.

The regulation extends to the entire Union Territory of Ladakh and will come into force on a date notified by the Administrator of Ladakh in the Official Gazette.

Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena welcomed the move, stating that it would provide easier, faster and more accessible access to justice.

The notification was issued within seven days of the Union Cabinet’s decision, highlighting the swift implementation of the proposal.

 

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Meghalaya Government has launched the CM-IMPACT Read & Rise Meghalaya Programme to improve foundational reading skills and address learning gaps among schoolchildren.

The initiative aims to ensure that every child can read and write by the age of 7 years.

The programme is part of the Meghalaya Universal Reading Readiness Mission and focuses on strengthening early-grade reading readiness and learning outcomes.

Detailed Explanation:

The Meghalaya Government has launched the CM-IMPACT Read & Rise Meghalaya Programme to improve foundational reading skills and address learning gaps among schoolchildren.

The initiative aims to ensure that every child can read and write by the age of 7 years.

The programme is part of the Meghalaya Universal Reading Readiness Mission and focuses on strengthening early-grade reading readiness and learning outcomes.

Special emphasis is being given to children in rural and remote areas of Meghalaya.

Lahkmen Rymbui, Education Minister of Meghalaya, attended the launch.

A Teacher Training Guide for Universal Reading Readiness was also released during the launch.

The initiative is expected to strengthen foundational education, bridge learning gaps and improve overall academic outcomes across the state.

The programme focuses on developing early literacy and reading readiness among children through improved teaching practices and teacher training.

Its broader objective is to build a strong foundational learning base for children during their early years of schooling.

 

5) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Delhi ranked 1st among States and Union Territories (UTs) in terms of own revenue as a share of total revenue receipts, with 93.2% in FY 2024-25 Budget Estimates (BE).

The ranking is based on data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 2025 Handbook of Statistics on Indian States and compares States and UTs across eight fiscal indicators.

Haryana ranked 2nd with 80.4%, followed by Telangana (78.4%), Karnataka (77.3%) and Tamil Nadu (75.5%).

Detailed Explanation:

Delhi ranked 1st among States and Union Territories (UTs) in terms of own revenue as a share of total revenue receipts, with 93.2% in FY 2024-25 Budget Estimates (BE).

The ranking is based on data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 2025 Handbook of Statistics on Indian States and compares States and UTs across eight fiscal indicators.

Haryana ranked 2nd with 80.4%, followed by Telangana (78.4%), Karnataka (77.3%) and Tamil Nadu (75.5%).

Top 5 States/UTs by Own Revenue Share:

Rank	State/UT	FY 2024-25 BE
1	Delhi	93.2%
2	Haryana	80.4%
3	Telangana	78.4%
4	Karnataka	77.3%
5	Tamil Nadu	75.5%

Manipur recorded the lowest own revenue share at 10.0%, followed by Nagaland (12.5%), Arunachal Pradesh (12.8%), Tripura (16.6%) and Mizoram (19.6%).

Own revenue comprises Own Tax Revenue and Own Non-Tax Revenue generated by a State/UT from its own sources.

 

6) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Gujarat has launched the State-level Sports Genomics Programme, becoming the first Indian state to introduce such an initiative.

The programme aims to use genomics, sports science, physiology and nutrition to improve athlete identification, training and high-performance development.

The initiative is being implemented by the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre (GBRC) under the Department of Science and Technology, Gujarat.

Athlete sample collection has already begun, with the first batch collected from tennis players of the Gujarat State Tennis Association.

The next phase will cover athletes from archery, fencing, judo and shooting associated with the Vijayi Bharat Foundation.

Detailed Explanation:

Gujarat has launched the State-level Sports Genomics Programme, becoming the first Indian state to introduce such an initiative.

The programme aims to use genomics, sports science, physiology and nutrition to improve athlete identification, training and high-performance development.

The initiative is being implemented by the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre (GBRC) under the Department of Science and Technology, Gujarat.

Athlete sample collection has already begun, with the first batch collected from tennis players of the Gujarat State Tennis Association.

The next phase will cover athletes from archery, fencing, judo and shooting associated with the Vijayi Bharat Foundation.

Gujarat aims to collect 2,000 athlete samples in 2026 under the programme.

The initiative seeks to make athlete identification and development more scientific, precise and evidence-based.

The programme gains importance as Gujarat strengthens its sports ecosystem ahead of the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

Sports genomics studies how genetic variations may be associated with athletic characteristics such as muscle composition, endurance, metabolism, exercise response, recovery and injury susceptibility.

Scientists clarified that the programme is not aimed at identifying a single “sports gene” that can predict whether an individual will become a champion.

Sports genomics is an emerging field that combines genetics and sports science to study the biological factors influencing athletic performance, training response, recovery and injury risk.

 

7) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Bihar Government has launched ‘Bihar Vidya Saathi’, a 24×7 one-on-one interactive learning platform for students of Classes 9 to 12.

The platform was launched by Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary through video conferencing for 700 Saraswati Vidya Niketan Model Schools across the state.

Around 75,000 teachers will provide one-on-one academic support to students round the clock. Students can choose teachers according to their learning requirements.

The platform provides live teacher interaction, digital study materials and AI-powered learning tools for conceptual understanding, practice and exam preparation.

Detailed Explanation:

The Bihar Government has launched ‘Bihar Vidya Saathi’, a 24×7 one-on-one interactive learning platform for students of Classes 9 to 12.

The platform was launched by Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary through video conferencing for 700 Saraswati Vidya Niketan Model Schools across the state.

Around 75,000 teachers will provide one-on-one academic support to students round the clock. Students can choose teachers according to their learning requirements.

The platform provides live teacher interaction, digital study materials and AI-powered learning tools for conceptual understanding, practice and exam preparation.

Students will receive digital support for Bihar Board, Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) and National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) preparation.

Initially, the platform provides all subjects for Classes 9–10 and Science subjects for Classes 11–12. The coverage is planned to be expanded gradually.

The initiative aims to enable students to resolve academic queries anytime and from anywhere, thereby improving access to quality education and personalised guidance

 

8) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu approved the establishment of India’s first dedicated Quantum and Artificial Intelligence (AI) University campus in Amaravati.

The campus will be established by the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

The project will be developed on 8.5 acres with an estimated investment of ₹730.7 crore, proposed to be fully funded through a Government of India grant-in-aid from MeitY.

Detailed Explanation:

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu approved the establishment of India’s first dedicated Quantum and Artificial Intelligence (AI) University campus in Amaravati.

The campus will be established by the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

The project will be developed on 8.5 acres with an estimated investment of ₹730.7 crore, proposed to be fully funded through a Government of India grant-in-aid from MeitY.

Academic and skill-development programmes are scheduled to begin from September 2026 at a temporary facility at Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur, until the permanent campus is developed.

The university will focus on Quantum Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Semiconductors and other Deep-Tech fields, integrating education, research, skilling, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Proposed programmes will cover quantum computing, quantum communication and security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, data science, semiconductor fabrication, chip design, Very Large-Scale Integration (VLSI), Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging (ATMP), embedded systems and High-Performance Computing (HPC).

A Quantum Research, Innovation and Incubation Block of around 1.2 lakh square feet will be developed.

 

9) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Prime Minister Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme, launched on 1 June 2020, provides collateral-free working capital loans to urban street vendors.

The restructured PM SVANidhi Scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet on 27 August 2025, with lending extended up to 31 March 2030.

The restructured scheme focuses on formal credit, digital financial inclusion, social security, capacity building and entrepreneurship.

It aims to benefit 1.15 crore street vendors, including 50 lakh new beneficiaries.

Detailed Explanation:

The Prime Minister Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme, launched on 1 June 2020, provides collateral-free working capital loans to urban street vendors.

The restructured PM SVANidhi Scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet on 27 August 2025, with lending extended up to 31 March 2030.

The restructured scheme focuses on formal credit, digital financial inclusion, social security, capacity building and entrepreneurship.

It aims to benefit 1.15 crore street vendors, including 50 lakh new beneficiaries.

During the first year of the restructured phase:

21.86 lakh loans were disbursed.

10.56 lakh new beneficiaries were covered.

Total loan amount disbursed: ₹6,294 crore.

An UPI-linked RuPay Credit Card with a credit limit of up to ₹30,000 has been introduced for eligible street vendors. So far, 27,077 credit cards have been approved.

An end-to-end Digital Lending Platform (DLP) has been introduced to simplify the complete loan process, including application, verification, approval and disbursement.

A Vendor Migration Module enables seamless transfer of Letters of Recommendation (LoRs) when vendors migrate between Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and Census Towns, ensuring continuity of scheme benefits.

Under the City Region Approach, the scheme has expanded its coverage to Census Towns, enabling more vendors to access formal credit and livelihood support.

 

10) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India is the BRICS Chair for 2026 and will host the 18th BRICS Summit on 12–13 September 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

The 18th BRICS Summit will bring together leaders of BRICS member countries, partner countries and outreach invitees.

India’s BRICS 2026 theme is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”, reflecting a people-centric approach based on the principle of “Humanity First.”

India is a founding member of BRICS and has previously held the BRICS Chairship in 2012, 2016 and 2021.

India assumed its fourth BRICS Chairship on 1 January 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

India is the BRICS Chair for 2026 and will host the 18th BRICS Summit on 12–13 September 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

The 18th BRICS Summit will bring together leaders of BRICS member countries, partner countries and outreach invitees.

India’s BRICS 2026 theme is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”, reflecting a people-centric approach based on the principle of “Humanity First.”

The key focus areas of India’s BRICS Chairship are resilience, innovation, sustainable development and stronger cooperation among member countries.

India is a founding member of BRICS and has previously held the BRICS Chairship in 2012, 2016 and 2021.

India assumed its fourth BRICS Chairship on 1 January 2026.

The year 2026 marks 20 years since the establishment of BRICS, making India’s 2026 Chairship particularly significant.

BRICS currently has 11 member countries: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Indonesia.

The grouping was originally formed as BRIC in 2006, comprising Brazil, Russia, India and China.

The grouping became BRICS in 2010 after South Africa joined.

11) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India has formally secured Dialogue Partner status in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) for its 6th-generation fighter jet project.

India’s Dialogue Partner status marks a significant step in the country’s exploration of future air-combat technologies.

India joining GCAP as a Dialogue Partner does not mean that India is a buyer, builder or co-developer of the 6th-generation fighter jet.

Detailed Explanation:

India has formally secured Dialogue Partner status in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) for its 6th-generation fighter jet project.

India’s Dialogue Partner status marks a significant step in the country’s exploration of future air-combat technologies.

India joining GCAP as a Dialogue Partner does not mean that India is a buyer, builder or co-developer of the 6th-generation fighter jet.

As a Dialogue Partner, India will get an opportunity to understand the concept and development of the GCAP programme.

The founding members of GCAP will engage in discussions and dialogue with India regarding the progress, technology and capabilities of the 6th-generation fighter jet.

The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) was launched in 2022 as a trilateral initiative

12) Answer: C

TVS Motor Company appointed Peyman Kargar as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Director, effective from 27 January 2027.

Peyman Kargar will succeed K.N. Radhakrishnan (KNR) as the CEO and Director of TVS Motor Company.

After stepping down from the executive role, K.N. Radhakrishnan will serve as a Non-Executive Director until the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in July 2027.

 

13) Answer: A

Raksha Rajya Mantri (RRM) Shri Sanjay Seth will inaugurate the second Annual Trident Lecture of the Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS) on 1 September 2026.

The event will be held at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.

Sanjay Seth will deliver a Special Address on the theme “Leveraging the Potential of Next Generation for Nation Building.”

The Annual Trident Lecture is being organised as part of CENJOWS’ anniversary celebrations.

The theme of the lecture is “National Resurgence through the Lens of Defence Forces.”

 

14) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Indian Army (IA) signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) with the United States of America (USA) to procure nearly 100 FGM-148 Javelin Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) systems.

The Javelin procurement deal is valued at approximately USD 93 million and is being carried out through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) route.

The procurement will make India a customer of the Javelin system, strengthening the existing India–US Major Defense Partnership.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Army (IA) signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) with the United States of America (USA) to procure nearly 100 FGM-148 Javelin Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) systems.

The Javelin procurement deal is valued at approximately USD 93 million and is being carried out through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) route.

The procurement will make India a customer of the Javelin system, strengthening the existing India–US Major Defense Partnership.

The procurement package includes nearly 100 Javelin missiles, 25 Command Launch Units (CLUs), one fly-to-buy round, simulation equipment, training aids, spare parts, and complete lifecycle support systems.

The FGM-148 Javelin is a medium-range, fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile designed to engage armoured vehicles and fortified positions.

The Javelin uses infrared guidance and can operate in both top-attack and direct-attack modes.

 

15) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) decommissioned two Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs), ICGS Meera Behn and ICGS Subhadra Kumari Chauhan, after around two decades of distinguished service in maritime security and coastal surveillance.

ICGS Meera Behn, bearing pennant number 234, was decommissioned at Okha, Gujarat, on 22 August 2026.

ICGS Meera Behn completed nearly 20 years of service with the Indian Coast Guard.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) decommissioned two Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs), ICGS Meera Behn and ICGS Subhadra Kumari Chauhan, after around two decades of distinguished service in maritime security and coastal surveillance.

ICGS Meera Behn, bearing pennant number 234, was decommissioned at Okha, Gujarat, on 22 August 2026.

ICGS Meera Behn completed nearly 20 years of service with the Indian Coast Guard.

ICGS Meera Behn was built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) and was commissioned into the Indian Coast Guard on 25 July 2006.

ICGS Subhadra Kumari Chauhan, bearing pennant number 233, was decommissioned at Mumbai, Maharashtra, on 27 August 2026.

ICGS Subhadra Kumari Chauhan served the Indian Coast Guard in maritime security and coastal surveillance before its decommissioning.

The two FPVs played an important role in protecting India’s maritime interests, conducting coastal surveillance, and supporting maritime security operations during their service

16) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), in partnership with the Chinese National Federation of Industries (CNFI), hosted the 10th Taiwan-India Industrial Collaboration Summit in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

The summit was held under the leadership of Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), and Cynthia Kiang, Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs of Taiwan.

The 10th Taiwan-India Industrial Collaboration Summit brought together more than 200 representatives from industry, government and academia.

Detailed Explanation:

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), in partnership with the Chinese National Federation of Industries (CNFI), hosted the 10th Taiwan-India Industrial Collaboration Summit in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

The summit was held under the leadership of Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), and Cynthia Kiang, Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs of Taiwan.

The 10th Taiwan-India Industrial Collaboration Summit brought together more than 200 representatives from industry, government and academia.

The summit organised three focused sub-forums covering Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) & Electronics Manufacturing, Green & Smart Technologies, and Smart Automotive Components.

The one-day summit resulted in the signing of 6 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) covering areas such as security surveillance, digital audio-video, networking and resource recycling.

 

17) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Vice President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan launched ‘Gnani Artha’, a sovereign Artificial Intelligence (AI) stack, at Uprashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi.

Gnani Artha features two major components, Evon 3.3 and Plexus, and was developed by Indian voice AI startup GNANI AI.

Evon v3.3 is a 30-billion-parameter AI model, with approximately 3.5 billion parameters active per token.

Detailed Explanation:

Vice President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan launched ‘Gnani Artha’, a sovereign Artificial Intelligence (AI) stack, at Uprashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi.

Gnani Artha features two major components, Evon 3.3 and Plexus, and was developed by Indian voice AI startup GNANI AI.

Evon v3.3 is a 30-billion-parameter AI model, with approximately 3.5 billion parameters active per token.

Evon v3.3 is built on a Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) architecture, which is designed to improve computational efficiency while maintaining performance across reasoning and other tasks.

The Evon v3.3 model weights have been released under the Apache 2.0 open-source licence, enabling broader use and development.

Evon v3.3 supports more than 11 Indian languages, strengthening its relevance for multilingual AI applications in India.

 

18) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The 4th Indo-German Environment Forum will be co-chaired by Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav and German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider.

The 4th Indo-German Environment Forum will be held on 1 September 2026 in New Delhi.

The theme of the 4th Indo-German Environment Forum is “Together For More Resilience.”

Detailed Explanation:

The 4th Indo-German Environment Forum will be co-chaired by Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav and German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider.

The 4th Indo-German Environment Forum will be held on 1 September 2026 in New Delhi.

The theme of the 4th Indo-German Environment Forum is “Together For More Resilience.”

The Indo-German Environment Forum is the highest-level bilateral forum between India and Germany on environmental policy.

The Forum has been held since 2008, providing a platform for India-Germany cooperation on environmental and climate-related issues.

The Forum is jointly organised by India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and Germany’s Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Protection, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN).

The Forum is organised in association with the Asia-Pacific Committee of German Business (APA) and Indian industry associations.

19) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Department of Legal Affairs (DoLA) under the Ministry of Law & Justice (MoLJ) notified the establishment of the Mediation Council of India (MCI) with its head office in New Delhi, Delhi.

The Mediation Council of India (MCI) has been established to promote domestic and international mediation and strengthen India’s dispute-resolution framework.

The official notification for establishing the MCI was issued under sub-section (1) of Section 31 of the Mediation Act, 2023 (Act 32 of 2023).

The Mediation Council of India comprises 1 Chairperson, 2 Members, 3 ex-officio Members and 1 part-time Member representing a recognised body of commerce and industry.

Detailed Explanation:

The Department of Legal Affairs (DoLA) under the Ministry of Law & Justice (MoLJ) notified the establishment of the Mediation Council of India (MCI) with its head office in New Delhi, Delhi.

The Mediation Council of India (MCI) has been established to promote domestic and international mediation and strengthen India’s dispute-resolution framework.

The official notification for establishing the MCI was issued under sub-section (1) of Section 31 of the Mediation Act, 2023 (Act 32 of 2023).

The Mediation Council of India comprises 1 Chairperson, 2 Members, 3 ex-officio Members and 1 part-time Member representing a recognised body of commerce and industry.

The non-ex-officio Members of the Council will have a four-year tenure and will be eligible for reappointment, subject to the prescribed age limits.

The maximum age limit is 70 years for the Chairperson and 67 years for other Members

20) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

China reportedly tested a new variant of the YJ-18A anti-ship cruise missile, featuring a black radar-absorbing coating designed to improve its radar evasion and penetration capabilities.

The new missile variant was tested by launching it from a navy ship’s Vertical Launch System (VLS) during an extreme-performance trial in an undisclosed sea area.

The missile was identified by experts as a new variant of the YJ-18A (Yingji, meaning “Eagle Strike”), a Chinese anti-ship cruise missile.

Detailed Explanation:

China reportedly tested a new variant of the YJ-18A anti-ship cruise missile, featuring a black radar-absorbing coating designed to improve its radar evasion and penetration capabilities.

The new missile variant was tested by launching it from a navy ship’s Vertical Launch System (VLS) during an extreme-performance trial in an undisclosed sea area.

The missile was identified by experts as a new variant of the YJ-18A (Yingji, meaning “Eagle Strike”), a Chinese anti-ship cruise missile.

The black radar-absorbing coating is designed to reduce radar reflections, making the missile more difficult for enemy radar systems to detect.

The new coating could improve the missile’s penetration capability and provide better visual camouflage over deep water, according to reports citing military experts.

The YJ-18A follows a subsonic cruise phase before conducting a supersonic terminal attack against its target.

The YJ-18A is deployed on Chinese Type 052D destroyers and Type 055 destroyers.

21) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Scientists from multiple institutions, including the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) and Thackeray Wildlife Foundation, reported a new subterranean fish species named Gangaichthys indonepalicus.

Gangaichthys indonepalicus was discovered in the Indo-Gangetic Basin in Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, near the India–Nepal border.

The discovery marks the first recorded subterranean fish from the Gangetic Basin and the Indo-Gangetic Plain.

Detailed Explanation:

Scientists from multiple institutions, including the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) and Thackeray Wildlife Foundation, reported a new subterranean fish species named Gangaichthys indonepalicus.

Gangaichthys indonepalicus was discovered in the Indo-Gangetic Basin in Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, near the India–Nepal border.

The discovery marks the first recorded subterranean fish from the Gangetic Basin and the Indo-Gangetic Plain.

The findings were published in the scientific journal ZooKeys by an international team of researchers from India and China.

The genus name Gangaichthys is derived from Ganga, referring to the Ganges River, and the Greek word ichthys, meaning fish.

The species name indonepalicus refers to its distribution in the India–Nepal border region.

22) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Vice President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan released the book ‘Sankalp Se Siddhi Ka Modi Yug’, authored by Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament (MP) Ghanshyam Tiwari, at Uprashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi.

The book presents India’s journey from “resolve to achievement” over the past 12 years, covering developments in governance as well as ideological and national renewal.

The book connects contemporary governance with the ideas and ideals of national thinkers including Swami Vivekananda, Rabindranath Tagore, Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, Veer Savarkar and Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

Detailed Explanation:

Vice President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan released the book ‘Sankalp Se Siddhi Ka Modi Yug’, authored by Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament (MP) Ghanshyam Tiwari, at Uprashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi.

The book presents India’s journey from “resolve to achievement” over the past 12 years, covering developments in governance as well as ideological and national renewal.

The book connects contemporary governance with the ideas and ideals of national thinkers including Swami Vivekananda, Rabindranath Tagore, Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, Veer Savarkar and Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “Setu Purush”, meaning a “bridge between dreams and reality”, linking the vision of great national thinkers with its implementation in contemporary India.

The book places India’s development journey in the context of the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047.

It highlights the principles of Rashtra Pratham (Nation First), Integral Humanism and Antyodaya, along with national integrity, social and economic justice, women-led development, self-reliance and transparent governance.

The book portrays development and governance initiatives as efforts to translate national ideas and ideals into concrete action.

 

23) Answer: A

India finished 8th in the International Hockey Federation (FIH) Hockey World Cup 2026 after losing 3–4 to hosts Belgium in a shootout in the 7th–8th place classification match at Belfius Hockey Arena, Belgium.

The match ended 3–3 in regulation time, with Harmanpreet Singh scoring from a penalty corner with just 26 seconds remaining to force a shootout.

Belgium won the shootout 4–3, with Tom Boon, Arthur de Sloover, Alexander Hendrickx and Roman Duvekot converting their attempts.

For India, Harmanpreet Singh and Sukhjeet Singh were denied by Belgian goalkeeper Vincent Vanasch, while Abhishek successfully converted his attempt.

 

24) Answer: D

Tim Curry, the renowned British actor, singer and voice artist, passed away at the age of 80 at his home in Los Angeles, USA.

Curry became a cult icon across generations through his flamboyant and memorable performances in The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Stephen King’s It.

He achieved international fame by portraying Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Show, the stage musical created by Richard O’Brien.

 

25) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

King Harald V of Norway passed away at the age of 89 on 28 August 2026 and was regarded as Europe’s oldest monarch at the time of his death.

Harald V modernised the Norwegian royal house but chose not to abdicate, unlike several other ageing European monarchs.

Following the death of King Harald V, his son Crown Prince Haakon automatically succeeded him and became King Haakon VIII, the monarch and Head of State of Norway.

Detailed Explanation:

King Harald V of Norway passed away at the age of 89 on 28 August 2026 and was regarded as Europe’s oldest monarch at the time of his death.

Harald V modernised the Norwegian royal house but chose not to abdicate, unlike several other ageing European monarchs.

Following the death of King Harald V, his son Crown Prince Haakon automatically succeeded him and became King Haakon VIII, the monarch and Head of State of Norway.

King Haakon VIII is the son of King Harald V and Queen Sonja of Norway and has an elder sister, Princess Märtha Louise.

Haakon became Crown Prince in 1991 following his father’s accession to the Norwegian throne.

 

26) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the king of Uganda’s traditional pre-colonial Tooro Kingdom, passed away at the age of 34 in the United States of America (USA).

Oyo Nyimba was born on 16 April 1992 and belonged to the royal family of the Tooro Kingdom.

He ascended the throne in 1995 at the age of just 3 years, following the death of his father, King Patrick David Matthew Kaboyo Olimi III.

Detailed Explanation:

Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the king of Uganda’s traditional pre-colonial Tooro Kingdom, passed away at the age of 34 in the United States of America (USA).

Oyo Nyimba was born on 16 April 1992 and belonged to the royal family of the Tooro Kingdom.

He ascended the throne in 1995 at the age of just 3 years, following the death of his father, King Patrick David Matthew Kaboyo Olimi III.

Oyo Nyimba was formally given responsibility for ruling the kingdom after attaining the age of 18 years.

He became the 13th monarch of the ancient Tooro Kingdom, which was founded in the early 19th century.

Guinness World Records recognised Oyo Nyimba as the world’s youngest reigning monarch because he became king at the age of 3.

27) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

World Sanskrit Day 2026 was observed on 28 August 2026.

World Sanskrit Day, also known as Sanskrit Diwas or Vishva Samskrita Dinam, is observed annually on Shravana Purnima to promote awareness and learning of Sanskrit, one of India’s ancient classical languages.

Detailed Explanation:

World Sanskrit Day 2026 was observed on 28 August 2026.

World Sanskrit Day, also known as Sanskrit Diwas or Vishva Samskrita Dinam, is observed annually on Shravana Purnima to promote awareness and learning of Sanskrit, one of India’s ancient classical languages.

The observance is associated with the commemoration of Panini, the ancient Sanskrit grammarian and author of Ashtadhyayi, a foundational work on Sanskrit grammar.

The Ministry of Education (MoE) initiated the observance of Sanskrit Diwas in 1969 at the central and state levels.

Sanskrit Week 2026 is being observed from 24–30 August 2026 to encourage awareness, study and wider use of Sanskrit.

28) Answer: C

Small Industry Day is observed annually on 30 August to promote the growth and development of small-scale industries and encourage employment opportunities.

Small Industry Day 2026 focuses on strengthening the growth potential of small industries and highlighting their contribution to India’s economic development.

The Ministry of Small-Scale Industries (SSI) launched a comprehensive policy package for the SSI sector on 30 August 2000 to support and promote small businesses.

29) Answer: D

Uzbekistan is set to become the latest country to adopt India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for cross-border merchant payments.

The India-Uzbekistan partnership was elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with both countries targeting USD 5 billion in annual bilateral trade by 2030.

India and Uzbekistan signed 11 agreements covering areas including trade and investment, infrastructure, critical minerals and mining, defence and security, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and health, IT, digital public infrastructure, culture, tourism and education.

 

30) Answer: B

About Ladakh:

Lieutenant Governor: Vinai Kumar Saxena

Capital: Leh

National Parks: Hemis National Park

Wildlife Sanctuaries: Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary, Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary