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1) Recently, the Government of India and Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a $125 million loan agreement for the Assam Urban Sector Development Project. Which of the following is NOT a component of this project?

(a) Construction of six water treatment plants with a combined 72 MLD capacity in six district headquarters

(b) Installation of 800 km of distribution pipelines for continuous metered water supply

(c) Deployment of a real-time monitoring system to keep non-revenue water below 20%

(d) Improvement of stormwater management in Guwahati’s Bahini Basin through diversion channels, upgraded drainage, and a retention pond

(e) Establishment of a solar park in Upper Assam to generate 200 MW renewable energy

2) Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) allowed Standalone Primary Dealers (SPDs) to participate in which financial instruments to deepen forex markets?

(a) Sovereign Gold Bonds

(b) Non-deliverable Rupee Derivative Contracts (NDDCs)

(c) Masala Bonds

(d) Green Bonds

(e) Commercial Papers

3) Recently, UIDAI launched a new Aadhaar-based authentication framework to strengthen the role of cooperative banks. Under this framework, which institutions will be registered with UIDAI as Authentication User Agencies (AUA) and eKYC User Agencies (KUA)?

(a) Only District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs)

(b) Only State Cooperative Banks (SCBs)

(c) Both SCBs and DCCBs

(d) NABARD and NPCI

(e) All Scheduled Commercial Banks

4) As per the Government of India’s announcement, what is the total gross market borrowing target for FY26?

(a) ₹14.01 lakh crore

(b) ₹10.8 lakh crore

(c) ₹8.00 lakh crore

(d) ₹6.82 lakh crore

(e) ₹14.82 lakh crore

5) Recently, the RBI cancelled the Certificate of Registration (CoR) of which NBFC for irregular digital lending practices linked with apps like KinCash and DoLoan?

(a) Datta Finance and Trading Pvt. Ltd.

(b) Religare Finvest Ltd.

(c) Shriram Finance Ltd.

(d) Indiabulls Consumer Finance Ltd.

(e) Muthoot Fincorp Ltd.

6) As per the news, the Ministry of Ayush celebrated the 10th National Ayurveda Day at AIIA Goa in 2025. What was the theme of the event?

(a) Ayurveda: Science for Global Health

(b) Ayurveda for Future Generations

(c) Ayurveda for People and Planet

(d) Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine

(e) Ayurveda for Sustainable Wellness

7) As per Sep’25, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recently declared the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) [NSCN(K)] and its factions as an unlawful association for another 5 years under which Act?

(a) Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958

(b) Indian Penal Code, 1860

(c) Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002

(d) Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967

(e) National Security Act, 1980

8) The Government of India recently notified the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025). Which of the following is NOT an application of geothermal energy mentioned in the policy?

(a) Power generation

(b) District heating

(c) Desalination

(d) Tourism development

(e) Cryptocurrency mining

9) In 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoAFW) launched the world’s first large-scale targeted dissemination of AI-based monsoon forecasts via SMS to farmers. Which AI models were used for this initiative?

(a) IBM Watson and Microsoft Azure AI

(b) Google’s Neural GCM and ECMWF’s Artificial Intelligence Forecasting Systems (AIFS)

(c) OpenAI GPT and DeepMind’s AlphaWeather

(d) Oracle AI Cloud and Amazon Forecast

(e) ISRO’s PRATYUSH AI and IITM Pune’s MonsoonNet

10) As per the report, India recently signed a 15-year contract with the International Seabed Authority (ISA) for exclusive exploration rights in the Indian Ocean. What mineral resource is covered under this contract?

(a) Polymetallic Sulphides

(b) Rare Earth Elements

(c) Polymetallic Nodules

(d) Natural Gas Hydrates

(e) Cobalt-rich Ferromanganese Crusts

11) Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director (MD) & CEO of International Asset Reconstruction Company (IARC)?

(a) Sanjay Kumar Agarwal

(b) Abhishek Maheshwari

(c) Pramod Kumar Meherda

(d) Ashok Gajapathi Raju

(e) Shripad Yesso Naik

12) In the recent UK cabinet reshuffle, who was appointed as the new Deputy Prime Minister, Justice Secretary, and Lord
Chancellor?

(a) Steve Reed

(b) Yvette Cooper

(c) Pat McFadden

(d) David Lammy

(e) Shabana Mahmood

13) Recently, Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Adamya was commissioned at Paradip Port, Odisha. What is the maximum speed of the newly commissioned ICGS Adamya?

(a) 25 knots

(b) 28 knots

(c) 30 knots

(d) 32 knots

(e) 35 knots

14) In Sep’25, India hosted the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Young Leaders’ Summit. Which city served as the venue for this summit?

(a) Kolkata

(b) Guwahati

(c) New Delhi

(d) Patna

(e) Bhubaneswar

15) Which organization is collaborating with the Indian Rice Exporters’ Federation (IREF) to organize Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025?

(a) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)

(b) Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)

(c) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)

(d) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare

(e) Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)

16) When did Agnikul Cosmos successfully launch the Agnibaan-SOrTeD rocket, marking the world’s first rocket with a single-piece 3D-printed engine?

(a) May 2023

(b) May 2024

(c) September 2024

(d) January 2025

(e) March 2025

17) Which technology will India use in its bodyguard satellites to complement ground-based radars and telescopes?

(a) Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)

(b) CubeSats

(c) GPS-based sensors

(d) Infrared imaging satellites

(e) LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging)

18) The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) signed an MoU with P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University (PVNRTVU) to promote collaborative research in which area?

(a) Space technology and satellite development

(b) Veterinary sciences integrating Ayurveda

(c) Renewable energy and climate studies

(d) Artificial intelligence and robotics

(e) Marine biology and fisheries

19) Recently, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) signed an MoU with Guidance Tamil Nadu to explore the development of what project?

(a) A naval base in western India

(b) A dry dock for cruise ships in Kochi

(c) A submarine manufacturing facility in Mumbai

(d) A world-class greenfield shipyard on India’s eastern coast

(e) A maritime university in Tamil Nadu

20) What is the planned annual capacity of the Block Fabrication Facility (BFF) in Kochi under the Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)–HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) collaboration?

(a) 60,000 MT

(b) 1,00,000 MT

(c) 1,20,000 MT

(d) 50,000 MT

(e) 80,000 MT

21) As per the news, Team World Defeats Team Europe to Win Laver Cup 2025 in San Francisco. How many Laver Cup titles has Team World won in total after their 2025 victory?

(a) 1

(b) 2

(c) 3

(d) 4

(e) 5

22) As per the news, Legendary cricket umpire Harold Dennis “Dickie” Bird, who passed away at the age of 92, played first-class cricket for which teams?

(a) Lancashire and Surrey

(b) Yorkshire and Leicestershire

(c) Middlesex and Kent

(d) Nottinghamshire and Essex

(e) Hampshire and Sussex

23) What is the theme of World Pharmacists Day 2025, celebrated on 25th September?

(a) Pharmacists: Caring for You

(b) Pharmacy: A Health Priority

(c) Medicines for All

(d) Think Health, Think Pharmacist

(e) Pharmacists for a Better Tomorrow

24) Recently, Antyodaya Diwas, observed every year on 25th September in India, marks the birth anniversary of which leader?

(a) Mahatma Gandhi

(b) Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya

(c) B.R. Ambedkar

(d) Jawaharlal Nehru

(e) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

25) Where was Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary located?

(a) Kerala

(b) Madhya Pradesh

(c) Gujarat

(d) Telangana

(e) Karnataka

Answers :

1) Answer: E

The Government of India and Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a $125 million loan agreement for the Assam Urban Sector Development Project.

The project will benefit 360,000 residents of Assam by ensuring continuous metered water supply and upgraded stormwater management systems.

Six district headquarters (Barpeta, Bongaigaon, Dhubri, Goalpara, Golaghat, Nalbari) will get six water treatment plants with a combined 72 MLD capacity and 800 km of distribution pipelines.

A real-time monitoring system will be deployed to keep non-revenue water below 20%.

In Guwahati, stormwater management in the Bahini Basin will be improved through flood diversion channels, upgraded drainage, and a nature-based retention pond.

The project will establish the Assam State Institute for Urban Development in collaboration with IIT Guwahati.

Urban governance reforms include a GIS-based property tax database, digital water billing systems, and a volumetric water tariff structure for financial sustainability.

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has allowed Standalone Primary Dealers (SPDs) to participate in non-deliverable derivative contracts (NDDCs) involving the Indian rupee.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has allowed Standalone Primary Dealers (SPDs) to participate in non-deliverable derivative contracts (NDDCs) involving the Indian rupee.

Earlier, only Authorised Dealer Category-I (AD Cat-I) banks and International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) Banking Units could transact in such instruments with users, other AD Cat-I banks, and overseas banks.

With the amendment to the Master Direction on Risk Management and Inter-Bank Dealings, SPDs can now offer NDDCs to both residents and non-residents.

Non-deliverable Rupee derivative contracts (NDDCs) are financial instruments like forwards, options, and swaps, where settlement occurs in a freely convertible foreign currency (e.g., USD) rather than in Indian Rupees.

NDDCs are important for hedging against Rupee volatility, especially for entities unable to access onshore markets directly.

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced a new Aadhaar-based authentication framework to strengthen the role of cooperative banks in digital and financial inclusion.

Under the new framework, only State Cooperative Banks (SCBs) will be registered with UIDAI as Authentication User Agencies (AUA) and eKYC User Agencies (KUA).

Detailed Explanation:

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced a new Aadhaar-based authentication framework to strengthen the role of cooperative banks in digital and financial inclusion.

The initiative was launched as part of the International Year of Cooperatives and aims to simplify Aadhaar adoption for 380+ cooperative banks nationwide.

The framework was developed after consultations with the Ministry of Cooperation, NABARD, NPCI, and cooperative banks.

It will cover 34 State Cooperative Banks (SCBs) and 352 District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) across India.

Under the new framework, only State Cooperative Banks (SCBs) will be registered with UIDAI as Authentication User Agencies (AUA) and eKYC User Agencies (KUA).

4) Answer: E

The Government of India’s market borrowings for the second half of FY26 will remain unchanged.

The government announced gross bond issuance of ₹14.82 lakh crore for FY26, with ₹8 lakh crore planned for the first half (April–September) and ₹6.82 lakh crore for the second half.

In comparison, gross borrowing in FY25 was ₹14.01 lakh crore.

Fiscal deficit projection for FY26 is 4.4% of GDP.

Net direct tax collections rose by 9.2% to ₹10.8 lakh crore in H1FY26, up from ₹9.9 lakh crore in the same period last year.

The borrowing calendar for the second half will be announced after consultations with the RBI.

5) Answer: A

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the Certificate of Registration (CoR) of New Delhi-based Datta Finance and Trading Private Limited due to irregular lending practices.

The RBI cancelled the CoR as the NBFC violated guidelines on code of conduct in outsourcing of financial services in its digital lending operations.

The company was associated with KinCash app and DoLoan app (operated by Zest Top One Technology Pvt Ltd) and its in-house ZestCash app as service providers.

6) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Ayush celebrated the 10th National Ayurveda Day at the All-India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa.

Dignitaries included Governor of Goa Shri Ashok Gajapathi Raju, Goa CM Dr. Pramod Sawant, Union MoS (I/C) for Ayush Shri Prataprao Jadhav, and Union MoS for Power & NRE Shri Shripad Yesso Naik.

Theme 2025:“Ayurveda for People and Planet” aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Ayush celebrated the 10th National Ayurveda Day at the All-India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa.

Dignitaries included Governor of Goa Shri Ashok Gajapathi Raju, Goa CM Dr. Pramod Sawant, Union MoS (I/C) for Ayush Shri Prataprao Jadhav, and Union MoS for Power & NRE Shri Shripad Yesso Naik.

Theme 2025:“Ayurveda for People and Planet” aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Global reach: Over 150 countries now celebrate Ayurveda Day.

Key initiatives launched:

DRAVYA Portal – digitized platform for Ayurvedic substances.

Desh ka Swasthya Parikshan Abhiyan – nationwide health assessment campaign; over 1.29 crore citizens participated, setting 5 Guinness World Records.

Integrative Oncology Unit inaugurated at AIIA Goa in collaboration with Tata Memorial Centre for holistic cancer care.

7) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) declared the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) [NSCN(K)] and its factions as an unlawful association for another 5 years under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, effective 28 September 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) declared the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) [NSCN(K)] and its factions as an unlawful association for another 5 years under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, effective 28 September 2025.

The outfit aims to create a sovereign Nagaland by seceding from India and merging Naga-inhabited areas of the Indo-Myanmar region.

It has links with insurgent groups like ULFA(I), PREPAK and PLA, and has received foreign assistance for arms procurement.

NSCN(K) is involved in kidnapping, extortion, possession of illegal arms/ammunition, and other anti-national activities.

8) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Government of India notified the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025) to boost renewable energy and achieve the 2070 Net Zero Goal.

Policy framework covers exploration, development, and utilization of geothermal energy.

Applications include power generation, district heating, agriculture, aquaculture, tourism, desalination, and space cooling/heating via Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHPs).

Detailed Explanation:

Government of India notified the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025) to boost renewable energy and achieve the 2070 Net Zero Goal.

Policy framework covers exploration, development, and utilization of geothermal energy.

Applications include power generation, district heating, agriculture, aquaculture, tourism, desalination, and space cooling/heating via Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHPs).

Promotes research, inter-ministerial collaboration, global best practices, and technological innovation such as hybrid geothermal-solar plants, Enhanced/Advanced Geothermal Systems (EGS/AGS), and retrofitting oil wells.

Focus on local innovation, public–private partnerships, and repurposing existing oil/gas infrastructure.

Encourages collaboration with international geothermal bodies, pioneering nations, state governments, oil & gas companies, and research institutions.

Ministry sanctioned 5 pilot and resource assessment projects as the first step in geothermal exploration.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoAFW) sent AI-based monsoon forecasts via SMS (m-Kisan) to 3.8 crore farmers across 13 states in 2025.

AI models used: Google’s Neural GCM and ECMWF’s Artificial Intelligence Forecasting Systems (AIFS), proven to outperform traditional forecasts.

Detailed Explanation:

Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoAFW) sent AI-based monsoon forecasts via SMS (m-Kisan) to 3.8 crore farmers across 13 states in 2025.

Forecasts were provided up to 4 weeks in advance, helping farmers plan Kharif crop choices, sowing time, and risk management.

This marks the world’s first large-scale targeted dissemination of AI weather forecasts for farmers.

AI models used: Google’s Neural GCM and ECMWF’s Artificial Intelligence Forecasting Systems (AIFS), proven to outperform traditional forecasts.

Forecasts correctly identified a 20-day pause in monsoon progression, with weekly updates sent until rains resumed.

Program reviewed at Krishi Bhavan (Sept 8, 2025) by Additional Secretary Dr. Pramod Kumar Meherda, Joint Secretary Shri Sanjay Kumar Agarwal, and Nobel Laureate Prof. Michael Kremer.

10) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the signing of a 15-year contract between the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and the International Seabed Authority (ISA).

The contract grants India exclusive rights to explore Polymetallic Sulphides (PMS) in 10,000 sq. km of Carlsberg Ridge, Indian Ocean.

India becomes the first country to hold two ISA contracts for PMS exploration.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the signing of a 15-year contract between the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and the International Seabed Authority (ISA).

The contract grants India exclusive rights to explore Polymetallic Sulphides (PMS) in 10,000 sq. km of Carlsberg Ridge, Indian Ocean.

India becomes the first country to hold two ISA contracts for PMS exploration.

Supports Deep Ocean Mission launched by PM Narendra Modi, focusing on seabed mineral exploration, mining technology, and Blue Economy.

PMS contain iron, copper, zinc, silver, gold, and platinum, holding major strategic and commercial value.

India earlier recognized as a “Pioneer Investor” for polymetallic nodule exploration in international waters.

11) Answer: B

International Asset Reconstruction Company (IARC) has appointed Abhishek Maheshwari as its Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Abhishek Maheshwari was earlier a Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where he developed a debt collections and recovery practice for the Asia-Pacific region.

12) Answer: D

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy was appointed Deputy Prime Minister, Justice Secretary, and Lord Chancellor.

The reshuffle followed the resignation of Angela Rayner amid a tax scandal.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer led a major cabinet overhaul, marking a pivotal moment in UK politics.

Yvette Cooper moved from Home Secretary to Foreign Secretary, while Shabana Mahmood was elevated as Home Secretary.

Other shifts included Steve Reed as Housing Secretary and Pat McFadden as Work & Pensions Secretary.

This was the first major reshuffle since Autumn, aimed at regaining momentum amid political turbulence.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Adamya was commissioned at Paradip Port, Odisha.

ICGS Adamya is the first ship of the Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) in the series of eight.

The vessel displaces approx. 320 tons and is propelled by two 3000 KW diesel engines, attaining a maximum speed of 28 knots with an endurance of 1500 nautical miles.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Adamya was commissioned at Paradip Port, Odisha.

ICGS Adamya is the first ship of the Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) in the series of eight.

The 51-metre FPV has been designed and built indigenously by Goa Shipyard Limited with over 60% indigenous content, reflecting Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

‘Adamya’ means ‘indomitable’, symbolising ICG’s commitment to safe, secure, and clean seas.

Crew strength includes 5 officers and 34 personnel.

The vessel displaces approx. 320 tons and is propelled by two 3000 KW diesel engines, attaining a maximum speed of 28 knots with an endurance of 1500 nautical miles.

ICGS Adamya is the first ship fitted with indigenously developed Controllable Pitch Propellers and gearboxes, providing superior manoeuvrability and operational flexibility.

14) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India hosted the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Young Leaders’ Summit from September 9–11, 2025 in Guwahati, Assam.

The summit highlighted the critical role of youth in the holistic development of the Bay of Bengal region.

Detailed Explanation:

India hosted the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Young Leaders’ Summit from September 9–11, 2025 in Guwahati, Assam.

The summit highlighted the critical role of youth in the holistic development of the Bay of Bengal region.

The initiative is part of the 21-point action plan announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the 6th BIMSTEC Summit.

The event was inaugurated by Assam Governor Laxman Prasad Acharya and organized in association with Bharat Scouts & Guides.

Over 80 young leaders from all BIMSTEC countries (India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bhutan, Nepal) participated.

Focus themes: Leadership for the 21st century, entrepreneurship, design thinking, cross-cultural collaboration, and sustainable solutions.

15) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025 will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on 30–31 October 2025.

The event is organized by Indian Rice Exporters’ Federation (IREF) in collaboration with APEDA.

Detailed Explanation:

Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025 will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on 30–31 October 2025.

It is the world’s largest rice event, bringing together farmers, global buyers, and stakeholders.

The conference will showcase India’s rice diversity, quality standards, and strengthen business-to-business (B2B) linkages.

The event is organized by Indian Rice Exporters’ Federation (IREF) in collaboration with APEDA.

APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, GoI, established in 1986 through an Act of Parliament.

16) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Agnikul Cosmos commissioned an advanced facility in Chennai for aerospace and rocket systems, integrating design, simulation, 3D printing, post-processing, and finishing, reducing production costs by 50%.

Agnikul Cosmos successfully launched the Agnibaan-SOrTeD rocket in May 2024 from Sriharikota, marking the world’s first rocket launch with a single-piece 3D-printed engine and the first semi-cryogenic engine used in an Indian rocket.

Detailed Explanation:

Agnikul Cosmos commissioned an advanced facility in Chennai for aerospace and rocket systems, integrating design, simulation, 3D printing, post-processing, and finishing, reducing production costs by 50%.

The facility enables 3D printing of rocket components up to one metre in height and has an indigenously designed de-powdering machine for space-grade quality finishes.

Agnikul holds a US patent for single-piece 3D-printed rocket engines; the new facility allows printing one-metre engines delivering 7x thrust of earlier designs.

Agnikul Cosmos successfully launched the Agnibaan-SOrTeD rocket in May 2024 from Sriharikota, marking the world’s first rocket launch with a single-piece 3D-printed engine and the first semi-cryogenic engine used in an Indian rocket.

Agnikul Cosmos was founded in 2017 by Srinath Ravichandran, Moin SPM, and SR Chakravarthy (IIT Madras professor), and became the first Indian firm to sign an agreement with ISRO in December 2020.

17) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

India is planning “bodyguard satellites” after a close encounter in 2024, when a foreign satellite came within 1 km of an Indian satellite with military applications.

LiDAR satellites will complement ground-based radars and telescopes, helping overcome India’s lack of round-the-clock space monitoring capability.

Detailed Explanation:

India is planning “bodyguard satellites” after a close encounter in 2024, when a foreign satellite came within 1 km of an Indian satellite with military applications.

The initiative is part of PM Modi’s ₹27,000 crore ($3 billion) programme to launch about 50 surveillance satellites, with the first launch expected in 2026.

India has over 100 satellites, compared to Pakistan’s 8 and China’s 930, and China’s growing military capabilities in space are viewed as a major threat.

India is partnering with startups to design satellite-protection technologies, including LiDAR satellites for early detection of threats.

LiDAR satellites will complement ground-based radars and telescopes, helping overcome India’s lack of round-the-clock space monitoring capability.

18) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush signed an MoU with P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University (PVNRTVU), Hyderabad.

Aim: Promote collaborative research and academic activities in veterinary sciences integrating Ayurveda.

Detailed Explanation:

Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush signed an MoU with P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University (PVNRTVU), Hyderabad.

Signed by Dr. Goli Penchala Prasad (CCRAS-NIIMH) and Prof. A. Saratchandra Amaravati (Registrar, PVNRTVU).

Aim: Promote collaborative research and academic activities in veterinary sciences integrating Ayurveda.

Key areas of collaboration:

Joint research on livestock management, nutrition, diagnostics, and therapeutics.

Knowledge & infrastructure sharing with approval of a Joint Coordination Committee.

Student & faculty exchange – CCRAS scientists as adjunct faculty; PVNRTVU students to gain research exposure in Ayurveda labs.

Joint publications in open-access journals; shared Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for research outcomes.

Duration: 5 years (non-financial MoU).

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), a Defence PSU under the Ministry of Defence, signed an MoU with Guidance Tamil Nadu.

The MoU is aimed at exploring the development of a world-class greenfield shipyard on India’s eastern coast under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision (MAKV) 2047.

Detailed Explanation:

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), a Defence PSU under the Ministry of Defence, signed an MoU with Guidance Tamil Nadu.

The MoU is aimed at exploring the development of a world-class greenfield shipyard on India’s eastern coast under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision (MAKV) 2047.

The MoU was exchanged between Shri Biju George, Director (Shipbuilding), MDL, and Dr. Darez Ahamed, MD & CEO, Guidance Tamil Nadu.

The signing took place at a Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) event in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, in the presence of Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal.

20) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) signed an MoU with HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) for long-term collaboration in shipbuilding.

A Block Fabrication Facility (BFF) planned in Kochi (80 acres) with investment of ₹3,700 crore, annual capacity of 1,20,000 MT, creating ~2,000 direct jobs and 2–5x indirect employment in MSMEs, logistics, and supply chain.

Detailed Explanation:

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) signed an MoU with HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) for long-term collaboration in shipbuilding.

MoU exchanged during “Samudra se Samriddhi – Transforming India’s Maritime Sector”, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on 20th Sept 2025, Bhavnagar, Gujarat.

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, MoS Shantanu Thakur, Jung Changin (HD Hyundai), and Madhu S. Nair (CMD, CSL).

CSL’s 310-metre new dry dock (inaugurated Jan 2024) to be used for large vessels like Suezmax tankers, container ships, and Capesize bulk carriers (capacity: 6 vessels annually).

A Block Fabrication Facility (BFF) planned in Kochi (80 acres) with investment of ₹3,700 crore, annual capacity of 1,20,000 MT, creating ~2,000 direct jobs and 2–5x indirect employment in MSMEs, logistics, and supply chain.

21) Answer: C

Taylor Fritz (USA) defeated Alexander Zverev (Germany) 6-3, 7-6(4) to secure Team World’s 15-9 victory over Team Europe at the Laver Cup 2025 in San Francisco.

This is Team World’s 3rd title in 8 editions, after back-to-back wins in 2022 and 2023.

22) Answer: B

Harold Dennis “Dickie” Bird, legendary cricket umpire, passed away at the age of 92 at home.

Born on April 19, 1933 in Yorkshire, England, he was a former top-order batsman for Yorkshire and Leicestershire, scoring 3,314 runs in 93 first-class matches with 2 centuries and 14 fifties.

23) Answer: D

World Pharmacists Day is celebrated on 25th September of every year in order to appreciate the efforts of pharmacists as healthcare workers.

The theme for World Pharmacists Day in 2025 is "Think Health, Think Pharmacist".

24) Answer: B

The Antyodaya Diwas is observed every year on 25th September in India.

This day is celebrated on September 25 to mark the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya.

He was a communist, journalist, economist, philosopher, and political activist.

25) Answer: D

About Telangana:

Capital: Hyderabad

Governor: Jishnu Dev Varma

Chief Minister: Anumula Revanth Reddy

National Parks: Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park, Mrugavani National Park, Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park

Wildlife Sanctuaries: Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary, Pocharam Wildlife Sanctuary, Manjira Wildlife Sanctuary