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1) According to the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), what is the projected overall goods and services export target for India in FY 2025–26?

(a) $825 billion

(b) $900 billion

(c) $950 billion

(d) $1 trillion

(e) $1.1 trillion

2) As per the RBI’s directive dated May 8, 2024, how should lenders treat Default Loss Guarantee (DLG) cover while recognizing and provisioning bad loans?

(a) DLG cover must be deducted from the loan amount before NPA recognition

(b) DLG cover should be included as collateral for provisioning

(c) Lenders can avoid NPA classification if DLG covers the loss

(d) DLG cover must be excluded while making provisions for NPAs

(e) DLG makes the loan immune from being classified as NPA

3) What is SEBI considering with regard to long delta end-of-day position limits in index options?

(a) Extending the limits to all types of mutual funds

(b) Exempting structured products and MLDs from the proposed limits

(c) Doubling the position limits for retail investors

(d) Applying the same limits to debt mutual funds

(e) Eliminating index options from structured products altogether

4) Which of the following was NOT a key performance indicator reviewed during the Public Sector General Insurance Companies (PSGICs) meeting chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman?

(a) Premium collections

(b) Insurance penetration and density

(c) Incurred claims ratios

(d) Interest rate fluctuations

(e) None of the above

5) According to ICRA, which of the following sectors is NOT expected to contribute significantly to India’s incremental energy demand growth over the next five years (FY26–FY30)?

(a) Electric Vehicles (EVs)

(b) Green Hydrogen (GH)

(c) Data Centres

(d) Rooftop Solar Panels

(e) None of the above

6) Which of the following is a key driver for India’s projected real GDP growth of 6.5% in FY26?

(a) Increase in tariffs on Indian exports

(b) Strong domestic demand

(c) Rise in global inflation

(d) Decline in private investment

(e) Decrease in government spending

7) Who chaired the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) that approved the increase in MSP for 14 Kharif crops for the Marketing Season 2025–26?

(a) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

(b) Agriculture Minister

(c) Prime Minister Narendra Modi

(d) RBI Governor

(e) Commerce Minister

8) How many kilometers of Indian Railways network will be added through the approved projects?

(a) 176 km

(b) 150 km

(c) 100 km

(d) 200 km

(e) 250 km

9) What is the maximum loan amount farmers can avail under Kisan Credit Cards (KCC) at subsidized interest rates under MISS?

(a) ₹3 lakh

(b) ₹2 lakh

(c) ₹1 lakh

(d) ₹5 lakh

(e) ₹10 lakh

10) Under which vision and roadmap are the transformative projects at Deendayal Port Authority being implemented?

(a) Digital India Vision 2025 and National Logistics Plan 2030

(b) Maritime India Vision 2030 and Amrit Kaal Maritime Roadmap 2047

(c) Sagarmala Project and Make in India 2025

(d) Smart Cities Mission and National Maritime Policy 2022

(e) Blue Economy Initiative 2025 and National Shipping Policy 2040

11) Which of the following organizations was NOT involved in organizing the World Turtle Day celebration at Nagshankar Temple?

(a) Kaziranga National Park

(b) Assam State Zoo

(c) Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA) Foundation India

(d) Greenpeace India

(e) DBT-NER Biotech Hub Chaiduar College

12) Which helicopter model will be assembled at India’s first privately-led helicopter Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Kolar, Karnataka?

(a) Airbus H145

(b) Airbus H125

(c) HAL Dhruv

(d) Bell 407

(e) Sikorsky S-70

13) Which northeastern state’s capital was recently connected to the Indian railway network via the Bairabi–Sairang line?

(a) Assam

(b) Tripura

(c) Arunachal Pradesh

(d) Mizoram

(e) Meghalaya

14) Recently, the Indian-American artist Raja Kumari made history by becoming the first Indian-origin musician to win an American Music Award (AMA). What is the title of the award-winning track by Raja Kumari featured in Arcane: League of Legends – Season 2?

(a) Warriors

(b) Legends Unite

(c) Renegade (We Never Run)

(d) Arcane Anthem

(e) Rise Up

15) What is the name of the sixth 25T Bollard Pull Tug launched in May 2025 held at Kolkata?

(a) Samar

(b) Sabal

(c) Shakti

(d) Sagar

(e) Saheli

16) Consider the following statements about the new Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Online Application Portal:

1. The portal homepage is divided into four parts: Account Creation, Universal Registration, Common Application Form, and Examination.
2. Candidates can fill the Examination part anytime, even before exam notifications are released.
3. The first three parts contain common information applicable to all UPSC exams and can be completed at any time.
4. The new portal aims to reduce last-minute rush by allowing candidates to complete common details ahead of exam notifications.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1, 2, and 3 only

(b) 1 and 4 only

(c) 2 and 4 only

(d) All of the above

(e) 1, 3, and 4 only

17) Who is stepping down as MD & CEO of Axis Max Life Insurance in September 2025?

(a) Rajesh Sud

(b) Sandeep Bakshi

(c) Prashant Tripathy

(d) Amitabh Chaudhry

(e) Deepak Parekh

18) Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director (MD) of Royal Sundaram General Insurance, effective 28 May 2025?

(a) Prashant Tripathy

(b) Rajesh Sud

(c) Vedanarayanan Seshadri

(d) Sandeep Bakhshi

(e) Tapan Singhel

19) Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of IndiGo Airlines’ Board in May 2025?

(a) Venkataramani Sumantran

(b) Vikram Singh Mehta

(c) Ronojoy Dutta

(d) Sanjiv Kapoor

(e) Rahul Bhatia

20) Who has been granted a one-year extension as Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman, DRDO?

(a) Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy

(b) Dr. Samir V. Kamat

(c) Dr. A.S. Kiran Kumar

(d) Dr. R.S. Sharma

(e) Dr. Tessy Thomas

21) Which U.S.-based company has become one of the first foreign satellite operators to receive approval to provide direct satellite coverage in India?

(a) SpaceX

(b) Hughes

(c) Intelsat

(d) OneWeb

(e) Starlink

22) Which cricketer has been appointed as the brand ambassador for Oakley's “Artifacts from the Future” campaign?

(a) Virat Kohli

(b) Rohit Sharma

(c) KL Rahul

(d) Hardik Pandya

(e) Shubman Gill

23) As per the report, Cristiano Ronaldo recently scored his 800th club goal while playing for which club?

(a) Real Madrid

(b) Juventus

(c) Manchester United

(d) Al Nassr

(e) Sporting CP

24) Recently, Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa, veteran Akali leader and former Union Minister, passed away. He served as a Union Minister in which Prime Minister's government?

(a) Manmohan Singh

(b) Atal Bihari Vajpayee

(c) Narendra Modi

(d) P. V. Narasimha Rao

(e) Indira Gandhi

25) What is the name of the centralized database portal for corporate bonds launched by SEBI in March 2025?

(a) Bond India

(b) Corporate Bonds Hub

(c) SEBI Bond Info

(d) Debt Portal

(e) Bond Central

Answers :

1) Answer: D

The overall goods and services exports of India are expected to reach $1 trillion during FY 2025-26, according to the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO).

In FY 2024-25, total exports stood at $825 billion.

FIEO President S C Ralhan projected:

Merchandise exports to increase from $437 billion (2024-25) to $525-535 billion in FY 2025-26.

Services exports to rise from $387 billion to $465-475 billion in FY 2025-26.

2) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI’s) directive dated May 8, 2024, mandates lenders to exclude Default Loss Guarantee (DLG) cover while making provisions for bad loans (NPA recognition and provisioning).

DLG is a contractual arrangement where a fintech entity guarantees to compensate the lender (bank or NBFC) for losses due to loan defaults up to a specified percentage (typically up to 5%) of the loan portfolio.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI’s) directive dated May 8, 2024, mandates lenders to exclude Default Loss Guarantee (DLG) cover while making provisions for bad loans (NPA recognition and provisioning).

DLG is a contractual arrangement where a fintech entity guarantees to compensate the lender (bank or NBFC) for losses due to loan defaults up to a specified percentage (typically up to 5%) of the loan portfolio.

The liability of borrowers in respect of the underlying loan remains unaffected, even if the DLG is invoked by the lender.

The amount of DLG invoked cannot be set off against the underlying individual loans — lenders must recognize NPAs and make provisions independently of any DLG cover.

3) Answer: B

Market Regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is considering exempting the proposed long delta end-of-day position limits in index options specifically for structured products and market-linked debentures (MLDs).

Structured products or MLDs are pre-packaged investments linked to an index or basket of securities, combining debt and equity derivatives used primarily for hedging.

The structured products/MLDs industry is estimated to be worth nearly ₹30,000–40,000 crore, including listed MLDs

4) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman chaired a review meeting of Public Sector General Insurance Companies (PSGICs) in New Delhi.

Key performance indicators reviewed:

Premium collections

Insurance penetration and density

Incurred claims ratios

Detailed Explanation:

Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman chaired a review meeting of Public Sector General Insurance Companies (PSGICs) in New Delhi.

Attendees included Secretary, Department of Financial Services (DFS) Shri M. Nagaraju, Managing Directors of PSGICs (New India Assurance, United India Insurance, Oriental Insurance, National Insurance), General Insurance Corporation of India (Reinsurance), Agriculture Insurance Company of India Limited, and other senior Finance Ministry officials.

Key performance indicators reviewed:

Premium collections

Insurance penetration and density

Incurred claims ratios

Total premium collections by PSGICs rose from around ₹80,000 crore in 2019 to nearly ₹1.06 lakh crore in 2025.

The overall general insurance industry grew to ₹3.07 lakh crore premium collections in FY 2024–25.

Insurance penetration in India is relatively low at 1% of GDP versus the global average of 4.2% in 2023.

5) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India’s energy demand is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6–6.5% over the next five years (FY26 to FY30), according to ratings agency ICRA.

These three sectors (EVs, GH, data centres) are expected to contribute to 20–25% of incremental energy demand over the next five years.

Detailed Explanation:

India’s energy demand is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6–6.5% over the next five years (FY26 to FY30), according to ratings agency ICRA.

Rising adoption of electric vehicles (EVs)

Expansion of green hydrogen (GH)

Increasing capacity of data centres requires significant electricity for servers.

These three sectors (EVs, GH, data centres) are expected to contribute to 20–25% of incremental energy demand over the next five years.

Grid capacity demand may slightly reduce due to increased use of rooftop solar panels and off-grid renewable projects, supported by government schemes like PM Surya Ghar Yojana

6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India is projected to achieve a real GDP growth of 6.5% in FY26, driven by strong domestic demand and a pickup in private investment supported by lower interest rates.

Despite global uncertainties, India remains one of the fastest-growing major economies.

Detailed Explanation:

India is projected to achieve a real GDP growth of 6.5% in FY26, driven by strong domestic demand and a pickup in private investment supported by lower interest rates.

Despite global uncertainties, India remains one of the fastest-growing major economies.

Growth moderation is expected due to a combination of global and domestic factors, including:

Continuing supply chain disruptions,

Impact of recent US tariff measures,

Broader uncertainties in global trade and geopolitical developments.

Easing inflation and an accommodative monetary policy are supporting prospects of reviving private investment.

The central government’s direct tax exemptions and fiscal stimulus measures, along with RBI rate cuts, are expected to boost consumption and investment.

The government aims to lift FY26 growth towards the upper end of the Economic Survey forecast range of 6.3% to 6.8%.

7) Answer: C

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the increase in Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for 14 Kharif crops for the Marketing Season 2025–26 to ensure remunerative prices for farmers.

MSP hike is in line with the Union Budget 2018–19 policy of setting MSP at 1.5 times the All-India weighted average cost of production.

The highest absolute MSP increase is for:

Nigerseed: ₹820/quintal

Ragi: ₹596/quintal

Cotton: ₹589/quintal

Sesamum: ₹579/quintal

8) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved two major multitracking projects under the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan.

The two projects covering four Districts across the states of Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh, will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by about 176 Kms.

Detailed Explanation:

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved two major multitracking projects under the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan.

These initiatives will seamlessly increase line capacity, speeding up passenger and freight movement, reducing logistics costs, cutting oil imports, and lowering CO₂ emissions.

The two projects covering four Districts across the states of Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh, will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by about 176 Kms.

Projects Approved

Ratlam–Nagda: Addition of a 3rd and 4th line

Wardha–Balharshah: Addition of a 4th line

Financials & Timeline

Estimated Cost: ₹3,399 crore

Completion: By 2029–30

Economic & Environmental Impact

Additional Freight Capacity: 18.40 MTPA (Million Tonnes Per Annum)

Oil Import Savings: ~20 crore litres

CO₂ Emission Reduction: 99 crore kg (equivalent to planting 4 crore trees)

9) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the continuation of the Interest Subvention (IS) component under the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for the financial year 2025–26, along with necessary fund arrangements.

Farmers can avail short-term loans up to ₹3 lakh through KCC at a 7% interest rate.

Detailed Explanation:

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the continuation of the Interest Subvention (IS) component under the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for the financial year 2025–26, along with necessary fund arrangements.

The scheme plays a crucial role in providing affordable short-term agricultural credit to farmers through Kisan Credit Cards (KCC).

Objective: To ensure availability of short-term credit to farmers at subsidized interest rates through institutional mechanisms.

Farmers can avail short-term loans up to ₹3 lakh through KCC at a 7% interest rate.

A 1.5% interest subvention is provided to eligible lending institutions.

An additional 3% Prompt Repayment Incentive (PRI) is given to farmers repaying loans on time, reducing the effective interest rate to 4%.

For loans taken exclusively for animal husbandry or fisheries, the interest benefit applies for loans up to ₹2 lakh.

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Shri Shantanu Thakur, Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, inaugurated and laid foundation stones for multiple transformative projects at Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, under the Maritime India Vision 2030 and the Amrit Kaal Maritime Roadmap (2047).

Detailed Explanation:

Shri Shantanu Thakur, Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, inaugurated and laid foundation stones for multiple transformative projects at Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, under the Maritime India Vision 2030 and the Amrit Kaal Maritime Roadmap (2047).

These initiatives aim to modernize port operations, enhance multimodal connectivity, and prioritize seafarer welfare in line with Viksit Bharat @2047.

A world-class facility comprising a waiting lounge, medical room, gym, covered swimming pool, yoga zone, salon, café, basketball court, and landscaped garden—designed to support the health, dignity, and comfort of seafarers.

750-meter link from Berths 13–16 to Kutch Salt Junction, integrating with the upcoming Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) for smoother cargo evacuation and improved logistics efficiency.

11) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

World Turtle Day Celebration organized by Kaziranga National Park, Assam State Zoo, Nagshankar Temple Committee, DBT-NER Biotech Hub Chaiduar College, and NGOs Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA) Foundation India, Aaranyak, and Help Earth.

Detailed Explanation:

Nagshankar Temple in Biswanath district, Assam, was officially designated a model temple for turtle conservation during a special World Turtle Day event.

This recognition highlights the temple’s exemplary efforts in protecting 13 species of freshwater turtles and engaging the local community in conservation.

World Turtle Day Celebration organized by Kaziranga National Park, Assam State Zoo, Nagshankar Temple Committee, DBT-NER Biotech Hub Chaiduar College, and NGOs Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA) Foundation India, Aaranyak, and Help Earth.

Official Recognition: Local MLA Padma Hazarika acknowledged the temple’s role in grassroots turtle protection. A freshwater turtle ID brochure was released to educate the public.

Cultural Significance: In Assam, turtles are revered as incarnations of Lord Vishnu, making temple ponds natural conservation sites. Nagshankar Temple exemplifies this tradition, now fortified by expert support from TSA.

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) and Airbus are set to build India’s first privately-led helicopter Final Assembly Line (FAL) at Kolar district, Karnataka, marking a significant boost to the country’s aerospace manufacturing under the Make in India initiative.

Facility will assemble Airbus’ H125 helicopters, a globally acclaimed light helicopter known for versatility in high-altitude and hot conditions.

Detailed Explanation:

Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) and Airbus are set to build India’s first privately-led helicopter Final Assembly Line (FAL) at Kolar district, Karnataka, marking a significant boost to the country’s aerospace manufacturing under the Make in India initiative.

Facility will assemble Airbus’ H125 helicopters, a globally acclaimed light helicopter known for versatility in high-altitude and hot conditions.

India will become the fourth country worldwide to have an H125 assembly plant, joining France, the USA, and Brazil.

Why Karnataka?

Established aerospace ecosystem and policy incentives.

Close to Bengaluru, a major aerospace and technology hub.

Vemgal Industrial Area in Kolar offers ready infrastructure and connectivity.

State government provides subsidies and capital support.

Presence of HAL and skilled aerospace workforce.

Initial capacity: 10 H125 helicopters per year, with plans to scale up.

13) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Mizoram’s capital, Aizawl, has been officially connected to the Indian railway network through the Bairabi–Sairang New Line, a ₹5,021 crore project featuring 48 tunnels and a 104 m tall bridge, marking a transformative leap in Northeast connectivity.

Detailed Explanation:

Mizoram’s capital, Aizawl, has been officially connected to the Indian railway network through the Bairabi–Sairang New Line, a ₹5,021 crore project featuring 48 tunnels and a 104 m tall bridge, marking a transformative leap in Northeast connectivity.

Fourth NE Capital on Rail: With Aizawl’s link, the only northeastern capitals now on the network are Assam, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, and Mizoram.

Project Scope & Cost:

Total length: 51.38 km between Bairabi (Kolasib) and Sairang (20 km from Aizawl)

Revised sanctioned cost: ₹5,021.45 crore

Progress to Date:

94.52% physical completion

97.13% financial utilization

Segment Commissioning:

Bairabi–Hortoki (16.72 km): commissioned July 2024

Hortoki–Kawnpui (9.71 km): due June 2025

Kawnpui–Mualkhang (12.11 km) and Mualkhang–Sairang (12.84 km): expected by June 2025

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian-American artist Raja Kumari made history by becoming the first Indian-origin musician to win an American Music Award (AMA).

She received this honor at the 51st AMA ceremony, in Los Angeles for the “Favorite Soundtrack” category.

Award-Winning Track: ‘Renegade (We Never Run)’

Detailed Explanation:

Indian-American artist Raja Kumari made history by becoming the first Indian-origin musician to win an American Music Award (AMA).

She received this honor at the 51st AMA ceremony, in Los Angeles for the “Favorite Soundtrack” category.

Award-Winning Track: ‘Renegade (We Never Run)’
The powerful and genre-blending anthem featured in Arcane: League of Legends – Season 2 earned widespread acclaim. The song is a collaboration of three global artists:

Raja Kumari (India/US)

Stefflon Don (UK)

Jarina de Marco (Dominican Republic/Brazil)

Cultural Significance
The Arcane team chose Raja Kumari because the series featured an Indian character, and they wanted music that represented Indian culture with high-energy, aggressive vibes—areas Raja Kumari excels in.

15) Answer: B

The sixth 25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug Sabal was launched on 27 May 2025 at M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL), Kolkata.

The launch event was attended by Commodore S Sreekumar, WPS, Kolkata, as the Chief Guest.

The tugs are part of a contract signed on 12 November 2021 with M/s TRSL, Kolkata for the construction of six 25T BP tugs.

These tugs are indigenously designed and built according to Naval Rules and Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) regulations.

Four tugs have already been delivered and are in use by the Indian Navy.

16) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has introduced a new Online Application Portal for registration and filling up application forms online.

The portal is divided into four parts (cards) on the homepage:

Account Creation

Universal Registration

Common Application Form — These three parts contain common information for all exams and can be filled anytime by candidates.

Examination — Contains exam-specific notices, applications, and status; to be filled only during the exam notification period.

Detailed Explanation:

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has introduced a new Online Application Portal for registration and filling up application forms online.

The portal is divided into four parts (cards) on the homepage:

Account Creation

Universal Registration

Common Application Form — These three parts contain common information for all exams and can be filled anytime by candidates.

Examination — Contains exam-specific notices, applications, and status; to be filled only during the exam notification period.

This new structure allows candidates to complete the first three parts anytime, enabling them to apply quickly when any UPSC exam is notified, reducing last-minute rush.

All applicants must register and upload documents afresh on the new portal viahttps://upsconline.nic.in.

The older One Time Registration (OTR) module is now discontinued and will not be applicable

17) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Prashant Tripathy, the current Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Axis Max Life Insurance, will step down at the end of the September 2025 quarter after opting for early retirement.

The Board of Directors will begin the succession process, subject to regulatory approvals.

Detailed Explanation:

Prashant Tripathy, the current Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Axis Max Life Insurance, will step down at the end of the September 2025 quarter after opting for early retirement.

The Board of Directors will begin the succession process, subject to regulatory approvals.

Tripathy was reappointed in September 2023 as MD & CEO for a five-year term, ending in December 2028.

He became MD & CEO in January 2019, after Rajesh Sud resigned in September 2018.

Tripathy joined the company in 2007 and served as MD & CEO for the last six years.

Axis Max Life Insurance is a joint venture between Axis Bank and Max Financial Services.

18) Answer: C

Royal Sundaram General Insurance appointed Vedanarayanan Seshadri as the new Managing Director (MD), effective from 28 May 2025.

Seshadri has over 30 years of experience in the BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) sector

He has spent 15 years in insurance leadership roles

His expertise includes insurance distribution and digital transformation-enabled customer experience improvements.

Prior to this, he was the MD of Mahindra Insurance Brokers.

19) Answer: B

IndiGo Airlines appointed Vikram Singh Mehta as the Chairman of its Board, May 2025.

He succeeds Venkataramani Sumantran, who served as chairman for three years and resigned after completing his five-year term as a board member.

Venkataramani Sumantran was appointed chairman in May 2022 and helped IndiGo through a strong post-Covid recovery and growth phase.

Vikram Singh Mehta is a former Indian Administrative Services (IAS) officer.

20) Answer: B

The Appointments Committee of Cabinet (ACC) granted a one-year extension to Dr. Samir V. Kamat as Secretary, Department of Defence Research and Development (Defence R&D) and Chairman, Defence Research Development Organisation (DRDO).

The extension is effective from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

Dr. Kamat was first appointed to these positions in August 2022.

He succeeded Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy as the Secretary Defence R&D and DRDO Chairman

21) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

United States (US)-based Intelsat is among the first foreign satellite operators to receive approval from the Indian government to provide direct satellite coverage to domestic media organisations.

Detailed Explanation:

United States (US)-based Intelsat is among the first foreign satellite operators to receive approval from the Indian government to provide direct satellite coverage to domestic media organisations.

The approval was granted by the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe).

Intelsat has secured new business from three of India’s largest media companies following this authorisation.

The IN-SPACe approval allows Intelsat to operate four geostationary satellites:IS-17, IS-20, IS-36, and IS-39

These satellites offer C-band coverage across India, supporting content delivery and distribution within and beyond Indian borders.

Intelsat’s satellite network will provide Indian broadcasters with reliable, high-quality connectivity solutions tailored to their evolving needs.

22) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Indian Test captain Shubman Gill has been named the brand ambassador for Oakley, aligning with their new “Artifacts from the Future” eyewear campaign.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Test captain Shubman Gill has been named the brand ambassador for Oakley, aligning with their new “Artifacts from the Future” eyewear campaign.

At 25 years old, Gill adds off-field style to his on-field elegance, embodying the values of performance, innovation, and resilience.

Choice of Ambassador
Gill’s elegant batting, composed temperament, and consistent performance across formats made him a natural fit. Oakley sought an athlete who personifies passion, progress, and peak performance.

Ambassador’s Response
Gill expressed enthusiasm, noting that Oakley has long been part of his cricket journey and that the brand’s commitment to innovation mirrors his own professional ambitions.

23) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 800th club goal in a Saudi Pro League match for AI Nassr against AI Fateh, a landmark achievement even in a 3–2 defeat.

Detailed Explanation:

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 800th club goal in a Saudi Pro League match for AI Nassr against AI Fateh, a landmark achievement even in a 3–2 defeat.

At 40 years old, Ronaldo continues to perform at the highest level, reinforcing his status as one of football’s all-time greats.

800-Goal Milestone
Ronaldo’s tally across five clubs now stands at:

Sporting CP (Portugal): 5 goals

Manchester United (England): 145 goals

Real Madrid (Spain): 450 goals

Juventus (Italy): 101 goals

AI Nassr (Saudi Arabia): 99 goals

24) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa, veteran Akali leader and former Union Minister, died on May 28, 2025, at the age of 89 due to age-related health issues in a private hospital in Mohali.

He was a Shiromani Akali Dal Lok Sabha MP from Sangrur (2004) and served as Union Minister of Sports, Chemicals, and Fertilizers in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government.

Detailed Explanation:

Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa, veteran Akali leader and former Union Minister, died on May 28, 2025, at the age of 89 due to age-related health issues in a private hospital in Mohali.

He was a Shiromani Akali Dal Lok Sabha MP from Sangrur (2004) and served as Union Minister of Sports, Chemicals, and Fertilizers in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government.

Dhindsa was a Rajya Sabha MP from 1998 to 2004 and 2010 to 2022

Born on April 9, 1936, in Ubhawal village, Sangrur district. Began political career as a student leader and later elected as sarpanch of his village.

Launched a 'Shiromani Akali Dal Sudhar Lehar' with other rebel leaders to reform the 103-year-old party.

He was Awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2019, but he later returned the award in solidarity with farmers protesting against the now-repealed three farm laws.

25) Answer: E

In March 2025, SEBI launched a centralized database portal for corporate bonds called Bond Central to provide a single, authentic source of information on corporate securities.