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1) As per the news, consider the following statements regarding India’s FDI inflows during April–June 2026:

1. India attracted gross FDI inflows of USD 30.7 billion, the highest quarterly gross FDI inflow in at least 15 years.
2. Singapore, the Netherlands, the United States and Canada together accounted for around 74% of FDI inflows during the quarter.
3. The manufacturing sector received the highest share of FDI inflows.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) Only 1

(b) Only 2

(c) Only 1 and 3

(d) All the above

(e) None of the above

2) As per the news, which bank launched “UPI Global Reverse Acceptance” (UPI Global QR Payments) to enable international visitors to make digital payments to Indian merchants?

(a) State Bank of India

(b) Bank of Baroda

(c) Punjab National Bank

(d) Canara Bank

(e) Union Bank of India

 

3) can access the FCNR(B) dollar-rupee swap facility on any day under the RBI’s revised norms? 

(a) USD 50 million

(b) USD 75 million

(c) USD 100 million

(d) USD 100 million

(e) USD 200 million

 

4) As per the news, which state-owned company is expected to become the first issuer of tokenised corporate bonds under India’s pilot project?

(a) Power Finance Corporation (PFC)

(b) Rural Electrification Corporation (REC)

(c) Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC)

(d) National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)

(e) Housing and Urban Development Corporation (HUDCO)

5) As per the news, which two institutions signed an MoU to strengthen financing support for rural infrastructure and PPP projects?

(a) NABARD and NaBFID

(b) NABARD and SIDBI

(c) NaBFID and NHB

(d) NABARD and EXIM Bank

(e) SIDBI and NaBFID

6) As per the news, which two countries discussed expanding cooperation between UPI and PayNow to strengthen cross-border digital payment connectivity?

(a) India and Japan

(b) India and Australia

(c) India and UAE

(d) India and France

(e) India and Singapore

7) As per the news, consider the following statements regarding India’s trade performance in July 2026:

1. India’s overall trade deficit widened 31.5% YoY to USD 15.03 billion in July 2026.
2. Overall exports of goods and services increased by 13.3% to USD 80.14 billion.
3. Merchandise exports rose to USD 44.24 billion, recording India’s highest-ever merchandise export value for July.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) Only 1

(b) Only 2

(c) Only 1 and 2

(d) All the above

(e) None of the above

 

8) As per the news, consider the following statements regarding the Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy 2026:

1. Eligible startups can receive a monthly sustenance allowance of ₹20,000 for 2 years.
2. The prototype grant has been increased to ₹10 lakh.
3. Startups can receive cloud service reimbursement of up to ₹1 lakh annually.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) Only 1

(b) Only 2

(c) Only 1 and 2

(d) All the above

(e) None of the above

 

9) As per the news, the “Lokmata Ahilyabai Matrushakti Yojana” provides lifelong free bus travel in Uttar Pradesh to women aged____________

(a) 55 years and above

(b) 58 years and above

(c) 59 years and above

(d) 60 years and above

(e) 65 years and above

10) As per the news, which rural cooperative-model taxi service was launched for the first time in India along with the Banas Bio-CNG Model Plant?

(a) Gramin Mobility Yojana

(b) Bharat Rural Cab

(c) Rural Transport Mission

(d) Gramin Bharat Taxi

(e) Bharat Gram Sewa

 

11) As per the news, which company commissioned India’s first domestic manufacturing plant for Superfine Precipitated Aluminium Trihydrate (PPT ATH) in Karnataka?

(a) Vedanta Aluminium

(b) Hindalco Industries

(c) National Aluminium Company Limited

(d) Bharat Aluminium Company

(e) Tata Steel

12) As per the news, the National Shipping Board (NSB) organised its first ‘Sagar Samvad’ in New Delhi. What is the meaning of “Sagar Samvad”?

(a) Maritime Development

(b) Blue Economy Mission

(c) Ocean Dialogue

(d) Sea Transport Summit

(e) Maritime India Dialogue

 

13) As per the news, where was the new manufacturing facility of Samtel HAL Display Systems Limited (SHDS) inaugurated?

(a) Bengaluru, Karnataka

(b) Hyderabad, Telangana

(c) Chennai, Tamil Nadu

(d) Pune, Maharashtra

(e) Gurugram, Haryana

 

14) As per the news, how many monuments and archaeological sites has Mizoram declared as State Protected Monuments under the Mizoram Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 2001?

(a) 59

(b) 69

(c) 79

(d) 89

(e) 99

 

15) As per the news, which historic irrigation structure in Uttar Pradesh was designated as a World Heritage Irrigation Structure (WHIS) by the International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID)?

(a) Parichha Weir

(b) Rihand Dam

(c) Matatila Dam

(d) Ramganga Dam

(e) Bansagar Dam

 

16) As per the news, who has been appointed as the Vice President (VP) and Auditor General of the World Bank Group?

(a) Ajay Banga

(b) Yuko Keicho

(c) Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

(d) Gita Gopinath

(e) Kristalina Georgieva

 

17) As per the news, who was elevated as a Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court?

(a) Justice Prasenjit Biswas

(b) Justice Uday Kumar

(c) Justice Biswaroop Chowdhury

(d) Justice Ajay Kumar Gupta

(e) Justice Supratim Bhattacharya

 

18) As per the news, how many awards did the Publications Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, receive at the FIP Awards for Excellence in Book Production 2026?

(a) 5

(b) 6

(c) 8

(d) 7

(e) 9

 

19) As per the news, which country signed a Government-to-Government (G2G) MoU with Andhra Pradesh to transform Amaravati into a world-class smart city?

(a) Germany

(b) France

(c) Japan

(d) United Kingdom (UK)

(e) Singapore

 

20) As per the news, who built and delivered ‘Samarthak’, the first indigenous Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) of the Indian Navy?

(a) Cochin Shipyard Limited

(b) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers

(c) Hindustan Shipyard Limited

(d) Larsen & Toubro Ltd. (L&T)

(e) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited

21) As per the news, what is the common name of the newly discovered plant species ‘Doronicum sanctum’?

(a) Himalayan Blue Poppy

(b) Leopard’s bane

(c) Indian Gentian

(d) Golden Rhododendron

(e) Himalayan Sunflower

 

22) As per the news, which company plans to sell up to a 2% stake in ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company through an open-market sale?

(a) ICICI Bank

(b) HDFC Life Insurance

(c) Prudential Plc

(d) SBI Life Insurance

(e) Nippon Life India Asset Management

23) As per the news, what was the maximum stake offered by the Government of India in Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) through the Offer for Sale (OFS)?

(a) 2%

(b) 3%

(c) 4%

(d) 5%

(e) 6%

24) As per the news, where were the World Humanoid Robot Games 2026 held?

(a) Shanghai

(b) Shenzhen

(c) Guangzhou

(d) Beijing

(e) Hangzhou

 

25) As per the news, the Aravalli engine is being jointly developed by HAL and which French company?

(a) Airbus Defence and Space

(b) Dassault Aviation

(c) Safran Helicopter Engines

(d) Thales Group

(e) MBDA France

 

26) As per the news, who is the author of the book ‘Kaho Kalidasa!’?

(a) Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

(b) Yugul Joshi

(c) Manjul Publishing House

(d) Ramesh Chandra

(e) Vikram Sampath

27) As per the news, National Sports Day (Rashtriya Khel Divas) is observed annually on 29 August to commemorate the birth anniversary of which legendary Indian sportsperson?

(a) Milkha Singh

(b) Kapil Dev

(c) Balbir Singh Sr.

(d) Major Dhyan Chand

(e) P. T. Usha

28) As per the news, until when is the FCNR(B) deposit mobilisation window available after the RBI’s revised schedule?

(a) 30 September 2026

(b) 11 September 2026

(c) 16 October 2026

(d) 31 August 2026

(e) 31 December 2026

 

29) As per the news, the tokenised bonds under India’s pilot project will initially have a lock-in period of__________

(a) One month

(b) Two months

(c) Three months

(d) Six months

(e) One year

 

30) Which of the following is a National Park located in Uttar Pradesh?

(a) Jim Corbett National Park

(b) Kanha National Park

(c) Kaziranga National Park

(d) Gir National Park

(e) Dudhwa National Park

 

Answers

1) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India attracted gross Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows of USD 30.7 billion during April–June 2026, the highest quarterly gross FDI inflow in at least 15 years.

The April–June 2026 gross FDI inflow of USD 30.7 billion was nearly 46% higher than the previous quarter and around 15% higher than the April–June 2025 quarter.

Singapore, the Netherlands, the United States, and Canada together accounted for around 74% of India’s FDI inflows during the April–June 2026 period.

The manufacturing sector received the highest share of FDI inflows, followed by electricity generation, computer services, and communication services.

Detailed Explanation:

India attracted gross Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows of USD 30.7 billion during April–June 2026, the highest quarterly gross FDI inflow in at least 15 years.

The April–June 2026 gross FDI inflow of USD 30.7 billion was nearly 46% higher than the previous quarter and around 15% higher than the April–June 2025 quarter.

Net FDI turned positive again in June 2026, with inflows exceeding outflows by USD 1.3 billion, marking the highest monthly net FDI since June 2022.

India recorded gross FDI inflows of USD 9.3 billion in June 2026, which was 53% higher than May 2026 but slightly below the USD 9.6 billion recorded in June 2025.

Singapore, the Netherlands, the United States, and Canada together accounted for around 74% of India’s FDI inflows during the April–June 2026 period.

The manufacturing sector received the highest share of FDI inflows, followed by electricity generation, computer services, and communication services.

The strong FDI inflow reflects continued interest of global investors in India and supports the country’s domestic production and industrial capacity.

Total FDI outflows stood at USD 7.9 billion in June 2026, nearly 30% higher than May 2026 and 8.6% higher than June 2025.

On a quarterly basis, total FDI outflows stood at USD 22.8 billion during April–June 2026.

Net FDI stood at USD 7.8 billion during the April–June 2026 quarter, after accounting for FDI outflows.

Repatriation and disinvestment by foreign companies operating in India amounted to USD 5.8 billion in June 2026, increasing 57% month-on-month and 36% year-on-year.

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Bank of Baroda (BoB) launched “UPI Global Reverse Acceptance”, also referred to as “UPI Global QR Payments”, to enable international visitors to make digital payments to Indian merchants.

The service allows international tourists, overseas Indians, and eligible foreign payment-app users to make payments using their home-country banking or payment applications.

Detailed Explanation:

Bank of Baroda (BoB) launched “UPI Global Reverse Acceptance”, also referred to as “UPI Global QR Payments”, to enable international visitors to make digital payments to Indian merchants.

The service allows international tourists, overseas Indians, and eligible foreign payment-app users to make payments using their home-country banking or payment applications.

Under the facility, international visitors can simply scan Bank of Baroda’s UPI QR codes displayed at merchant outlets across India.

UPI Global Reverse Acceptance facilitates cross-border Person-to-Merchant (P2M) transactions in India.

The service eliminates the need for international visitors to carry large amounts of cash, exchange foreign currency, or open a local Indian bank account.

The initiative extends international QR payment acceptance across Bank of Baroda’s UPI QR merchant network.

3) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) relaxed access norms for its dollar-rupee swap facility linked to Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] deposits.

Under the revised norms, banks can access the FCNR(B) swap facility on any day for foreign currency inflows exceeding USD 100 million, instead of being restricted to designated weekly windows.

Transactions below USD 100 million will continue to follow the weekly swap window arrangement.

The relaxation aims to improve liquidity management, facilitate the efficient transfer of large dollar inflows, reduce hedging costs, and ease short-term swap market pressures.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) relaxed access norms for its dollar-rupee swap facility linked to Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] deposits.

Under the revised norms, banks can access the FCNR(B) swap facility on any day for foreign currency inflows exceeding USD 100 million, instead of being restricted to designated weekly windows.

Transactions below USD 100 million will continue to follow the weekly swap window arrangement.

The relaxation aims to improve liquidity management, facilitate the efficient transfer of large dollar inflows, reduce hedging costs, and ease short-term swap market pressures.

The move is expected to help strengthen India’s foreign exchange reserves and support rupee stability by enabling banks to transfer large foreign currency inflows to the RBI more efficiently.

Earlier, banks could access the swap facility only once a week on designated days, which

created a time lag between mobilisation of foreign currency and its transfer to the RBI.

 

4)  Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India is set to launch tokenised corporate bonds as a pilot project to test whether blockchain/Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) can make bond issuance and settlement faster, more transparent and efficient.

Rural Electrification Corporation (REC), a state-owned company, is expected to become the first issuer under the pilot, with tokenised bonds worth less than ₹500 crore (around USD 57 million).

The tokenised bond offering is expected to be unveiled at a financial technology event in Mumbai.

Detailed Explanation:

India is set to launch tokenised corporate bonds as a pilot project to test whether blockchain/Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) can make bond issuance and settlement faster, more transparent and efficient.

Rural Electrification Corporation (REC), a state-owned company, is expected to become the first issuer under the pilot, with tokenised bonds worth less than ₹500 crore (around USD 57 million).

The tokenised bond offering is expected to be unveiled at a financial technology event in Mumbai.

Tokenised bonds are securities whose ownership, issuance, trading and settlement are digitally recorded on a blockchain/DLT, potentially enabling near-instant settlement.

The use of DLT can reduce the need for lengthy reconciliation between different financial institutions and improve settlement efficiency.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) are jointly working on the tokenised corporate bond pilot.

India’s Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) is reportedly proposed to be used by investors to purchase the tokenised bonds.

Investors participating in the pilot will require two digital wallets: a wholesale CBDC wallet provided by a bank and a new electronic securities wallet.

Indian depositories are developing “DEMAT 2.0”, a system designed to record bond holdings using Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT).

The tokenised bonds will initially have a three-month lock-in period and will be available only to a selected group of investors.

 

5) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development) and NaBFID (National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen financing support for rural infrastructure and Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects.

The MoU aims to provide long-term and competitively priced finance for rural infrastructure projects and commercially viable PPP projects.

The MoU was signed by Shaji Krishnan V, Chairman of NABARD, and Rajkiran Rai G, Managing Director of NaBFID, in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The partnership aims to increase the availability of long-term finance for rural infrastructure and allied value chains.

Detailed Explanation:

NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development) and NaBFID (National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen financing support for rural infrastructure and Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects.

The MoU aims to provide long-term and competitively priced finance for rural infrastructure projects and commercially viable PPP projects.

The MoU was signed by Shaji Krishnan V, Chairman of NABARD, and Rajkiran Rai G, Managing Director of NaBFID, in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The partnership aims to increase the availability of long-term finance for rural infrastructure and allied value chains.

The collaboration will support commercially viable and bankable projects, improve connectivity and market access, and contribute to increasing rural incomes.

The implementation framework covers project identification, project appraisal, credit structuring, debt syndication, joint monitoring, and capacity-building.

The partnership will also support commercially viable projects in food processing and storage infrastructure.

Key focus areas include water and sanitation, irrigation, post-harvest storage, cold-chain infrastructure, terminal markets, rural roads and bridges, warehousing, and compressed biogas projects.

6) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

India and Singapore discussed expanding cooperation in capital markets, particularly through the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Singapore Exchange (SGX), to strengthen financial-market connectivity.

Both countries discussed the India–Singapore Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT), aimed at creating a stable and predictable investment environment and promoting greater cross-border investment.

India and Singapore also discussed expanding collaboration between India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Singapore’s PayNow, which was established in 2023.

Detailed Explanation:

India and Singapore discussed expanding cooperation in capital markets, particularly through the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Singapore Exchange (SGX), to strengthen financial-market connectivity.

Both countries discussed the India–Singapore Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT), aimed at creating a stable and predictable investment environment and promoting greater cross-border investment.

India and Singapore also discussed expanding collaboration between India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Singapore’s PayNow, which was established in 2023.

During the meeting, two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and a Letter of Intent (LoI) were exchanged between India and Singapore.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) exchanged an MoU to strengthen cooperation in the field of food safety.

The Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth of Singapore and India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways exchanged an MoU for cooperation in maritime heritage.

7 Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India’s overall trade deficit widened 31.5% year-on-year (YoY) to USD 15.03 billion in July 2026, compared with USD 11.43 billion in July 2025, as imports grew faster than exports.

Overall exports of goods and services increased 13.3% to USD 80.14 billion in July 2026 from USD 70.72 billion in July 2025.

Overall imports of goods and services increased faster by 15.8% to USD 95.16 billion in July 2026 from USD 82.16 billion a year earlier.

Merchandise exports rose 19.63% to USD 44.24 billion in July 2026 from USD 36.98 billion, recording India’s highest-ever merchandise export value for July.

Detailed Explanation:

India’s overall trade deficit widened 31.5% year-on-year (YoY) to USD 15.03 billion in July 2026, compared with USD 11.43 billion in July 2025, as imports grew faster than exports.

Overall exports of goods and services increased 13.3% to USD 80.14 billion in July 2026 from USD 70.72 billion in July 2025.

Overall imports of goods and services increased faster by 15.8% to USD 95.16 billion in July 2026 from USD 82.16 billion a year earlier.

Merchandise exports rose 19.63% to USD 44.24 billion in July 2026 from USD 36.98 billion, recording India’s highest-ever merchandise export value for July.

The July 2026 merchandise export figure of USD 44.24 billion surpassed the previous July record of USD 38.34 billion, recorded in July 2022.

Merchandise imports increased 17.52% to USD 76.22 billion in July 2026 from USD 64.86 billion in July 2025.

Services exports increased to USD 35.89 billion in July 2026 from USD 33.74 billion in July 2025.

Services imports rose to USD 18.94 billion in July 2026 from USD 17.30 billion in July 2025.

During April–July 2026-27, India’s overall exports increased 13.16% to USD 316.42 billion, compared with USD 279.63 billion in the corresponding period of the previous year.

During April–July 2026-27, overall imports increased 17.28% to USD 365.85 billion from USD 311.94 billion.

 

8) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched the Uttar Pradesh Startup Mission Portal and unveiled the Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy 2026 to strengthen the state’s startup, innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.

The Uttar Pradesh Startup Mission has been approved as an autonomous body, replacing Uttar Pradesh Electronics Corporation Limited (UPECL) as the nodal agency for implementing startup initiatives. It will be headed by the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh.

Under the new policy, eligible startups can receive a monthly sustenance allowance of ₹20,000 for 2 years.

The prototype grant has been increased to ₹10 lakh, doubling the earlier assistance.

Startups can receive cloud service reimbursement of up to ₹2 lakh annually.

Detailed Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched the Uttar Pradesh Startup Mission Portal and unveiled the Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy 2026 to strengthen the state’s startup, innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.

The Uttar Pradesh Startup Mission has been approved as an autonomous body, replacing Uttar Pradesh Electronics Corporation Limited (UPECL) as the nodal agency for implementing startup initiatives. It will be headed by the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh.

Under the new policy, eligible startups can receive a monthly sustenance allowance of ₹20,000 for 2 years.

The prototype grant has been increased to ₹10 lakh, doubling the earlier assistance.

Startups can receive cloud service reimbursement of up to ₹2 lakh annually.

Special provisions have been introduced to support women entrepreneurs, economically weaker sections, persons with disabilities, transgender entrepreneurs, and startups from Purvanchal and Bundelkhand regions.

Uttar Pradesh now has more than 24,000 startups, including 8 unicorns, compared with around 120 startups before 2017.

More than 50% of startups in Uttar Pradesh are led by women entrepreneurs, highlighting the growing role of women in the state’s startup ecosystem.

At the launch event, incentives worth more than ₹3.42 crore were distributed to 107 startups, while 9 incubators received ₹1.79 crore in incentives.

9) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Uttar Pradesh Government, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, approved the “Lokmata Ahilyabai Matrushakti Yojana” to provide lifelong free bus travel to women aged 60 years and above across the state.

Under the scheme, eligible women will be able to travel free of cost on all Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) buses.

Beneficiaries can avail themselves of the facility by presenting a valid government Identity (ID) proof, such as an Aadhaar Card or Voter Identity Card.

Detailed Explanation:

The Uttar Pradesh Government, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, approved the “Lokmata Ahilyabai Matrushakti Yojana” to provide lifelong free bus travel to women aged 60 years and above across the state.

Under the scheme, eligible women will be able to travel free of cost on all Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) buses.

Beneficiaries can avail themselves of the facility by presenting a valid government Identity (ID) proof, such as an Aadhaar Card or Voter Identity Card.

The Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) will issue special smart cards to eligible women to ensure systematic and convenient implementation of the scheme.

The scheme is expected to benefit more than 1 crore women across Uttar Pradesh.

Around 88,438 women passengers are estimated to use the free travel facility daily.

The scheme is expected to involve a financial burden of approximately ₹22.5 crore per month on the Uttar Pradesh Government.

 

10) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

A new Banas Bio-CNG Model Plant was inaugurated at Vinchhiwadi in Dhanera taluka, Banaskantha district, Gujarat.

The facility is a joint initiative of Banas Dairy, Suzuki Motor Corporation and the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB).

The plant is designed to process up to 100 Metric Tonnes Per Day (MTPD) of cattle dung for producing Bio-Compressed Natural Gas (Bio-CNG).

The event witnessed the launch of India’s first rural cooperative-model “Gramin Bharat Taxi” service, initially operating with 9 vehicles.

The Suzuki-backed Bio-CNG initiative involves an investment of around ₹250 crore.

Detailed Explanation:

A new Banas Bio-CNG Model Plant was inaugurated at Vinchhiwadi in Dhanera taluka, Banaskantha district, Gujarat.

The facility is a joint initiative of Banas Dairy, Suzuki Motor Corporation and the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB).

The plant is designed to process up to 100 Metric Tonnes Per Day (MTPD) of cattle dung for producing Bio-Compressed Natural Gas (Bio-CNG).

Bio-CNG, also known as compressed biogas, is produced from organic waste through anaerobic digestion, a biological process that takes place in the absence of oxygen.

Cattle dung serves as the major feedstock, while the process produces biogas and organic manure as useful outputs.

A Bio-CNG filling station was also inaugurated along with the plant.

The event witnessed the launch of India’s first rural cooperative-model “Gramin Bharat Taxi” service, initially operating with 9 vehicles.

The Suzuki-backed Bio-CNG initiative involves an investment of around ₹250 crore.

With the addition of the new facility, Banas Dairy’s Bio-CNG network has expanded to 4 operational plants, with a combined processing capacity of 340 MTPD.

The initiative represents a waste-to-wealth model, converting cattle dung generated through the dairy ecosystem into clean energy and organic manure.

 

11 Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Hindalco Industries, an Aditya Birla Group company, has commissioned a greenfield Superfine Precipitated Aluminium Trihydrate (PPT ATH) manufacturing plant in Karnataka.

The facility marks the first domestic production of Superfine Precipitated Aluminium Trihydrate in India, strengthening the country’s self-reliance and reducing import dependence for high-value specialty alumina.

The plant has an initial production capacity of 30,000 tonnes per annum (TPA), with provisions to expand the capacity to 60,000 TPA in phases.

Detailed Explanation:

Hindalco Industries, an Aditya Birla Group company, has commissioned a greenfield Superfine Precipitated Aluminium Trihydrate (PPT ATH) manufacturing plant in Karnataka.

The facility marks the first domestic production of Superfine Precipitated Aluminium Trihydrate in India, strengthening the country’s self-reliance and reducing import dependence for high-value specialty alumina.

The plant has an initial production capacity of 30,000 tonnes per annum (TPA), with provisions to expand the capacity to 60,000 TPA in phases.

The facility is described as the world’s only specialty alumina plant operating entirely on renewable energy, using biomass, solar and wind energy.

PPT ATH is a high-value, halogen-free flame-retardant material used in:

Halogen-Free Flame Retardant (HFFR) cables

Polymer insulators

Thermal insulation

Composites

Paints

PPT ATH helps suppress flame propagation and smoke generation without releasing harmful halogen acid gases, thereby improving fire safety in electrical and infrastructure systems.

 

12) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The National Shipping Board (NSB) organised its first ‘Sagar Samvad’ in New Delhi to discuss the roadmap for Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision (MAKV) 2047.

Theme: “Charting the Roadmap Towards Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047”.

Sagar Samvad means “Ocean Dialogue” and carries the theme line “Wisdom in the Ocean, Progress in the Nation.”

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal chaired the inaugural session and launched the first official website of the National Shipping Board.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Shipping Board (NSB) organised its first ‘Sagar Samvad’ in New Delhi to discuss the roadmap for Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision (MAKV) 2047.

Theme: “Charting the Roadmap Towards Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047”.

Sagar Samvad means “Ocean Dialogue” and carries the theme line “Wisdom in the Ocean, Progress in the Nation.”

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal chaired the inaugural session and launched the first official website of the National Shipping Board.

National Shipping Board Chairperson Sameer Kumar Khare submitted the Board’s Annual Report 2025–26 and various subcommittee reports containing policy recommendations.

The National Shipping Board is a statutory advisory body that advises the Government on shipping policy, tonnage, seafarer welfare and maritime development.

The Board was originally constituted in 1958 and was reconstituted in May 2025.

A major focus of the dialogue was increasing India’s merchant shipping capacity. The roadmap aims to add 100 vessels to India’s merchant fleet within the next five years.

 

13) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Samtel HAL Display Systems Limited (SHDS), a joint venture between Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Samtel Avionics, inaugurated a new manufacturing facility at Udyog Vihar, Phase IV, Gurugram, Haryana.

The facility aims to strengthen indigenisation of defence avionics and reduce India’s dependence on imported avionics systems.

SHDS is India’s first public-private joint venture in defence avionics to indigenously design, qualify and serially produce a Multifunction Display (MFD) for fighter aircraft.

Detailed Explanation:

Samtel HAL Display Systems Limited (SHDS), a joint venture between Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Samtel Avionics, inaugurated a new manufacturing facility at Udyog Vihar, Phase IV, Gurugram, Haryana.

The facility aims to strengthen indigenisation of defence avionics and reduce India’s dependence on imported avionics systems.

SHDS is India’s first public-private joint venture in defence avionics to indigenously design, qualify and serially produce a Multifunction Display (MFD) for fighter aircraft.

The new facility will support design, development, manufacturing, testing, quality assurance and product support for advanced display systems used in airborne and ground applications.

SHDS displays are already deployed on the Su-30MKI fighter aircraft.

The company has also been selected for programmes involving Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) and Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), while exploring opportunities in Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) and Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH) programmes.

SHDS was established in 2006, marking nearly two decades of collaboration between HAL and Samtel in developing indigenous avionics technologies.

The company expects its annual turnover to reach around ₹200 crore in 2026, with the potential to increase to ₹400–500 crore over the next 3–4 years.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Mizoram has declared 79 monuments and archaeological sites as State Protected Monuments under the Mizoram Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 2001.

Two heritage sites in Champhai district have been declared Monuments of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

The two nationally protected heritage sites are:

Kawtchhuah Ropui and Ralven Puk at Vangchhia village.

Lianpui Hmun (Lungphun Ropui) at Lianpui village.

Kawtchhuah Ropui and Ralven Puk received the Monuments of National Importance status in 2012, while Lianpui Hmun/Lungphun Ropui received the status in 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

Mizoram has declared 79 monuments and archaeological sites as State Protected Monuments under the Mizoram Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 2001.

Two heritage sites in Champhai district have been declared Monuments of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

The two nationally protected heritage sites are:

Kawtchhuah Ropui and Ralven Puk at Vangchhia village.

Lianpui Hmun (Lungphun Ropui) at Lianpui village.

Kawtchhuah Ropui and Ralven Puk received the Monuments of National Importance status in 2012, while Lianpui Hmun/Lungphun Ropui received the status in 2025.

Kawtchhuah Ropui, meaning “The Great Entranceway,” is an important archaeological site featuring more than 170 intricately carved standing stones (menhirs).

Ralven Puk is a rock-cut cave traditionally believed to have been used by Mizo ancestors as a lookout or watchpost during conflicts.

The sites are located in Champhai district, in eastern Mizoram along the Myanmar border

 

15) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID) designated the 140-year-old Parichha Weir (Parichha Dam) in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh (UP) as a World Heritage Irrigation Structure (WHIS).

The WHIS recognition was given to the Parichha Weir in recognition of its historic, engineering, cultural and operational significance, as well as its continued role in irrigation.

The Parichha Weir is built across the Betwa River in the Jhansi region and serves as the headworks of the Betwa Canal System.

Detailed Explanation:

The International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID) designated the 140-year-old Parichha Weir (Parichha Dam) in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh (UP) as a World Heritage Irrigation Structure (WHIS).

The WHIS recognition was given to the Parichha Weir in recognition of its historic, engineering, cultural and operational significance, as well as its continued role in irrigation.

The Parichha Weir is built across the Betwa River in the Jhansi region and serves as the headworks of the Betwa Canal System.

The WHIS Award 2026 will be formally presented in October 2026 in Marseille, France, during the 26th ICID International Congress and the 77th International Executive Council Meeting.

ICID generally recognises historic irrigation structures that are more than 100 years old, remain functional, and have significant engineering, cultural and operational value under the WHIS programme.

The idea of developing a canal system for Bundelkhand was first proposed by Captain Strachey in 1855 after conducting a detailed survey of the region.

Construction of the Parichha Weir began in 1881 at an estimated cost of ₹40 lakh, while the associated Betwa Canal System was commissioned in 1886.

 

16) Answer: B

Yuko Keicho, a Japanese national, has been appointed as Vice President (VP) and Auditor General of the World Bank Group.

Yuko Keicho will lead the Internal Audit Vice Presidency (IAD) of the World Bank Group.

In her new role, she will oversee governance, risk management, internal controls, accountability, and operational integrity across World Bank Group institutions.

Yuko Keicho will provide independent assurance and advisory services to strengthen effective governance and internal oversight.

 

17) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Justice Biswaroop Chowdhury, currently an Additional Judge of the Calcutta High Court, was elevated as a Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court.

The appointment of Justice Biswaroop Chowdhury as a permanent judge was made by the President of India, after consultation with the Chief Justice of India, under the Constitution of India.

Detailed Explanation:

Justice Biswaroop Chowdhury, currently an Additional Judge of the Calcutta High Court, was elevated as a Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court.

The appointment of Justice Biswaroop Chowdhury as a permanent judge was made by the President of India, after consultation with the Chief Justice of India, under the Constitution of India.

Six Additional Judges of the Calcutta High Court — Justice Prasenjit Biswas, Justice Uday Kumar, Justice Ajay Kumar Gupta, Justice Supratim Bhattacharya, Justice Partha Sarathi Chatterjee, and Justice Md. Shabbar Rashidi — were given a fresh six-month term.

The fresh six-month tenure of these six Additional Judges will be effective from 31 August 2026.

 

18) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Publications Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, received 7 awards at the Federation of Indian Publishers (FIP) Awards for Excellence in Book Production 2026.

The awards recognised the Division’s books, journals and reference publications published in Hindi, English and Urdu.

The Division won 4 Second Prizes and 3 Third Prizes across various publishing categories.

Detailed Explanation:

The Publications Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, received 7 awards at the Federation of Indian Publishers (FIP) Awards for Excellence in Book Production 2026.

The awards recognised the Division’s books, journals and reference publications published in Hindi, English and Urdu.

The Division won 4 Second Prizes and 3 Third Prizes across various publishing categories.

Second Prize Winners:

Bharat 2026 (Hindi) – Reference Books – Hindi category.

Wings to Our Hopes – Volume 2 – General and Trade Books – English category.

Yojana – July 2026 (Hindi), themed ‘Viksit Bharat@2047’ – Journals & House Magazines – Hindi category.

Kurukshetra – A Rural Development Monthly Since 1952 – Journals & House Magazines – English category.

Third Prize Winners:

Dharti Ki Sehat – Children’s Books (General Interest), 0–10 Years – Hindi category.

Rangoli Roop Sur Lay Ki – Art and Coffee Table Books – Hindi category.

Ajkal Urdu – July 2026 – Journals & House Magazines, Indian Languages (Urdu) category.

Dr. Dhiraj Kakadia, Director General of the Publications Division, felicitated the editors of the award-winning publications and congratulated the officers and personnel associated with the achievement.

 

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Government of Andhra Pradesh and the United Kingdom (UK) signed a government-to-Government (G2G) Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to transform Amaravati into a world-class smart city and strengthen urban infrastructure across the state.

The agreement was signed at the Andhra Pradesh Secretariat, Velagapudi, between Suresh Kumar, Principal Secretary, Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA&UD) Department, and Chaz Walia, Deputy Director for Government Partnerships, UK Department for Business and Trade.

The partnership will benefit all 123 municipalities and municipal corporations across Andhra Pradesh, with Amaravati serving as a major focus area.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of Andhra Pradesh and the United Kingdom (UK) signed a government-to-Government (G2G) Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to transform Amaravati into a world-class smart city and strengthen urban infrastructure across the state.

The agreement was signed at the Andhra Pradesh Secretariat, Velagapudi, between Suresh Kumar, Principal Secretary, Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA&UD) Department, and Chaz Walia, Deputy Director for Government Partnerships, UK Department for Business and Trade.

The partnership will benefit all 123 municipalities and municipal corporations across Andhra Pradesh, with Amaravati serving as a major focus area.

The cooperation is based on four core pillars:

Infrastructure Planning

Sustainable Urban Development

Technology Transfer and Innovation

Integrated Urban Mobility

Under Infrastructure Planning and Urban Management, the two sides will cooperate in long-term project planning, project prioritisation, financial feasibility assessment and preparation of investment-ready business cases.

UK institutions and expert agencies will provide technical support for modern urban planning, sustainable construction and environmental conservation to promote smart and liveable cities.

 

20) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

‘Samarthak’, the first indigenous Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) of the Indian Navy, was delivered on 27 August 2026.

Larsen & Toubro Ltd. (L&T) built and delivered Samarthak at its Kattupalli shipyard near Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Samarthak has more than 75% indigenous content, supporting India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision and strengthening the domestic defence industrial ecosystem.

Detailed Explanation:

‘Samarthak’, the first indigenous Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) of the Indian Navy, was delivered on 27 August 2026.

Larsen & Toubro Ltd. (L&T) built and delivered Samarthak at its Kattupalli shipyard near Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Samarthak has more than 75% indigenous content, supporting India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision and strengthening the domestic defence industrial ecosystem.

The vessel has been conceived primarily as a versatile trial and evaluation platform for testing next-generation indigenous weapons and sensors being developed for the Indian Navy.

Samarthak is designed to perform maritime surveillance and reconnaissance, offshore patrolling, and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations.

 

21) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT), under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), discovered a new sunflower-family plant species named ‘Doronicum sanctum’.

Doronicum sanctum was discovered in Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, at an altitude of around 4,000 metres.

The discovery highlights the rich biodiversity of the Himalayas and was based on botanical surveys and laboratory analysis.

The findings were published in an international peer-reviewed journal by Springer Nature.

Detailed Explanation:

The Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT), under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), discovered a new sunflower-family plant species named ‘Doronicum sanctum’.

Doronicum sanctum was discovered in Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, at an altitude of around 4,000 metres.

The discovery highlights the rich biodiversity of the Himalayas and was based on botanical surveys and laboratory analysis.

The findings were published in an international peer-reviewed journal by Springer Nature.

The discovery marks the first documentation of the Doronicum genus in Northeast India.

Before this discovery, Indian records of the Doronicum genus were restricted to the Western Himalayan region.

Doronicum sanctum is commonly known as Leopard’s bane.

The species was named ‘sanctum’ because its type locality is located near the Chumi Gyatse Holy Waterfalls, a site of deep spiritual significance to the local community.

The plant has distinctive characteristics including hairy seeds (pubescent ray cypselae), a short-lived feathery pappus, dilated flower stalks, flat lance-shaped bracts, and bright yellow flowers.

The species also has heart-shaped leaves, indicating its rare and distinctive botanical features.

22) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Prudential Plc, a London-based British insurer, plans to sell up to a 2% stake in ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company (ICICI Prudential AMC) through an open-market sale on 27 August 2026.

The proposed 2% stake sale is valued at around ₹3,190 crore (USD 333.3 million) based on the previous market closing price.

Currently, ICICI Bank holds around 53% of ICICI Prudential AMC, while Prudential Corporation holds approximately 34.59%.

Detailed Explanation:

Prudential Plc, a London-based British insurer, plans to sell up to a 2% stake in ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company (ICICI Prudential AMC) through an open-market sale on 27 August 2026.

The proposed 2% stake sale is valued at around ₹3,190 crore (USD 333.3 million) based on the previous market closing price.

Currently, ICICI Bank holds around 53% of ICICI Prudential AMC, while Prudential Corporation holds approximately 34.59%.

The combined promoter and promoter-group shareholding in ICICI Prudential AMC currently stands at around 87.6%.

After the proposed stake sale, the combined promoter shareholding is expected to decline from 87.6% to 85.6%, thereby increasing the company’s public shareholding.

 

23) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Government of India announced the sale of up to 6% stake in Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) through an Offer for Sale (OFS).

The base offer under the OFS involved 3% equity, with an additional 3% stake available through the Green Shoe Option.

The OFS was opened for non-retail investors on 25 August 2026 and for retail investors on 26 August 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India announced the sale of up to 6% stake in Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) through an Offer for Sale (OFS).

The base offer under the OFS involved 3% equity, with an additional 3% stake available through the Green Shoe Option.

24) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

China’s World Humanoid Robot Games 2026 were held in Beijing, showcasing China’s rapid progress in advanced humanoid robotics.

A humanoid robot set a new 100-metre sprint record of 8.86 seconds, improving on the previous robot record of 9.39 seconds.

Detailed Explanation:

China’s World Humanoid Robot Games 2026 were held in Beijing, showcasing China’s rapid progress in advanced humanoid robotics.

A humanoid robot set a new 100-metre sprint record of 8.86 seconds, improving on the previous robot record of 9.39 seconds.

The new 8.86-second robot record is faster than the human 100-metre world record of 9.58 seconds, set by Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt in 2009.

In the standing high jump, a humanoid robot achieved 2.88 metres, surpassing the previous humanoid record of 0.95 metres and the human world record of 2.45 metres, set by Cuba’s Javier Sotomayor in 1993.

Both the 100-metre sprint and standing high-jump record-breaking robots were developed by Beijing-based X-Humanoid.

The OFS was opened for non-retail investors on 25 August 2026 and for retail investors on 26 August 2026.

The HCL OFS received strong investor demand and was oversubscribed on both days.

Before the stake sale, the Government of India held 66.14% shareholding in Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), and the OFS further reduced the government’s ownership.

Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) is a Schedule ‘A’ Mini-Ratna, Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the administrative control of the Ministry of Mines.

 

25) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and France-based Safran Helicopter Engines signed a final contract to jointly design, develop, manufacture, supply and provide lifecycle support for the next-generation Aravalli helicopter engine.

The Aravalli engine programme will be implemented through SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Pvt. Ltd., a 50:50 joint venture between HAL and Safran Helicopter Engines.

Detailed Explanation:

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and France-based Safran Helicopter Engines signed a final contract to jointly design, develop, manufacture, supply and provide lifecycle support for the next-generation Aravalli helicopter engine.

The Aravalli engine programme will be implemented through SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Pvt. Ltd., a 50:50 joint venture between HAL and Safran Helicopter Engines.

The Aravalli is a 3,500–4,000 shaft horsepower (shp) turboshaft engine selected to power HAL’s 13-tonne Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH) and its naval variant, the Deck-Based Multi-Role Helicopter (DBMRH).

The design and development of the Aravalli engine is expected to be completed by 2032–33, subject to the required Acceptance of Necessity (AON) and Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approvals.

The Aravalli engine will be jointly developed on a 50:50 basis and manufactured by SAFHAL at Tumakuru, Karnataka.

 

26) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat launched and participated in a discussion on the book ‘Kaho Kalidasa!’, authored by Yugul Joshi and published by Manjul Publishing House.

The event was organised by the Kala Nidhi Division of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) at the Samvet Auditorium, New Delhi.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat launched and participated in a discussion on the book ‘Kaho Kalidasa!’, authored by Yugul Joshi and published by Manjul Publishing House.

The event was organised by the Kala Nidhi Division of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) at the Samvet Auditorium, New Delhi.

The book explores various dimensions of Kalidasa’s life and literary works, including love, separation, responsibility, nature and female characters.

The title ‘Kaho Kalidasa!’ is presented as an intimate dialogue with the ancient poet, connecting his literary world with contemporary readers.

Author Yugul Joshi highlighted the enduring cultural significance of Kalidasa and noted that different regions, including Mithila, Ujjain and Uttarakhand, have strong associations with the poet.

 

27) Answer: D

National Sports Day (Rashtriya Khel Divas) is observed annually on 29 August to commemorate the birth anniversary of legendary Indian hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.

India officially began observing National Sports Day in 2012 to honour Major Dhyan Chand and promote awareness about the importance of sports, physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle.

Major Dhyan Chand is widely regarded as one of the greatest field hockey players in history. His career contributed significantly to India's dominance in international hockey.

 

28) Answer: D

The FCNR(B) deposit mobilisation window is available until 31 August 2026, while banks can avail themselves of the corresponding swaps with the RBI until 11 September 2026.

The original schedule had allowed FCNR(B) deposit mobilisation until 30 September 2026 and the swap facility until 16 October 2026.

The scheme for ECBs and OFCBs will continue to remain open until 31 December 2026, as previously announced.

 

29)  Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) are jointly working on the tokenised corporate bond pilot.

The tokenised bonds will initially have a three-month lock-in period and will be available only to a selected group of investors.

Stock exchanges are expected to develop a secondary market for tokenised bonds by December 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) are jointly working on the tokenised corporate bond pilot.

India’s Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) is reportedly proposed to be used by investors to purchase the tokenised bonds.

Investors participating in the pilot will require two digital wallets: a wholesale CBDC wallet provided by a bank and a new electronic securities wallet.

Indian depositories are developing “DEMAT 2.0”, a system designed to record bond holdings using Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT).

The tokenised bonds will initially have a three-month lock-in period and will be available only to a selected group of investors.

Stock exchanges are expected to develop a secondary market for tokenised bonds by December 2026.

30) Answer: E

About Uttar Pradesh:

Chief Minister: Yogi Adityanath

Governor: Anandiben Patel

Capital: Lucknow

National Parks: Dudhwa National Park

Wildlife Sanctuaries: Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary, Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary, Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary, Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary, Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary, Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary, Okhla Bird Sanctuary