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1) In 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) signed an MoU with which central bank to promote cross-border QR code-based merchant payments and digital payment connectivity?

(a) Bank of Thailand

(b) State Bank of Vietnam

(c) Monetary Authority of Singapore

(d) Bank of Indonesia

(e) People’s Bank of China

2) In 2026, the Department of Financial Services (DFS) launched the Common Landing Portal for Unclaimed Financial Assets in collaboration with which organisation?

(a) RBI

(b) SEBI

(c) PSB Alliance

(d) NABARD

(e) IRDAI

 

3) In 2026, as per the Department of Financial Services (DFS) review of Public Sector Banks (PSBs), what was the Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA) level reported?

(a) 2.93%

(b) 1.93%

(c) 3.39%

(d) 0.39%

(e) 2.13%

 

4) In Mar’26, according to RBI data, overseas travel spending by Indians declined to which amount?

(a) USD 1.29 billion

(b) USD 0.99 billion

(c) USD 1.09 billion

(d) USD 2.59 billion

(e) USD 1.19 billion

5) In 2026, the SkyCast Aviation Weather Monitoring System inaugurated at IGI Airport, New Delhi, has been developed under which flagship programme?

(a) Mission Vayu Suraksha

(b) Mission SkyNet

(c) National Aviation Mission

(d) Mission Mausam

(e) IMD Aviation Initiative

6) In 2026, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved which scheme for strengthening India’s Public Distribution System (PDS) with an outlay of ₹25,530 crore?

(a) SARTHAK-PDS

(b) NFSA Support Scheme

(c) SMART-PDS

(d) Anna Suraksha Yojana

(e) Ration Mitra Scheme

7) In 2026, the Chhattisgarh Government launched the ‘Adarsh Shahar Samriddhi Yojana’ with an initial allocation of___________

(a) ₹150 crore

(b) ₹250 crore

(c) ₹300 crore

(d) ₹200 crore

(e) ₹500 crore

 

8) In 2026, India’s first municipality-developed Special Economic Zone (SEZ) has been approved in which Union Territory?

(a) Puducherry

(b) Lakshadweep

(c) Goa

(d) Andaman & Nicobar Islands

(e) Daman & Diu

9) In 2026, India signed a bilateral framework with which country to strengthen cooperation in critical minerals and rare earth elements supply chains?

(a) Japan

(b) Australia

(c) United States of America

(d) United Kingdom

(e) Germany

 

10) In 2026, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) partnered with which country’s organisation Fourth Valley Concierge Corporation (FVCC) to enhance workforce mobility for Indian talent?

(a) South Korea

(b) Germany

(c) Singapore

(d) Japan

(e) Australia

11) In 2026, the WhatsApp-based citizen services in Gujarat under the MoU with Meta are being integrated into which platform?

(a) Digital India Portal

(b) e-Governance Gujarat Hub

(c) Gujarat e-Seva Portal

(d) Bharat Citizen Connect

(e) Sugam Digital Gujarat platform

12) In 2026, Odisha signed a tripartite MoU with Intel Corporation and 3D Glass Solutions Inc. (3DGS) to establish an Advanced Packaging Glass Core Substrate Manufacturing Facility in which region?

(a) Rourkela–Sundargarh

(b) Cuttack–Jajpur

(c) Bhubaneswar–Khurda

(d) Ganjam–Berhampur

(e) Sambalpur–Jharsuguda

 

13) In 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) extended the tenure of Ketan Merchant as Interim CEO of which bank for three months (effective from 27 May 2026)?

(a) Paytm Payments Bank

(b) Fino Payments Bank

(c) Airtel Payments Bank

(d) India Post Payments Bank

(e) NSDL Payments Bank

 

14) In 2026, Bassirou Diomaye Faye appointed which person as the new Prime Minister of Senegal?

(a) Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo

(b) Macky Sall

(c) Ousmane Sonko

(d) Abdoulaye Wade

(e) Cheikh Tidiane Gadio

 

15) In 2026, the 16th India–Singapore Defence Policy Dialogue was co-chaired by India’s Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and which Singapore official?

(a) Chan Chun Sing

(b) Joseph Leong

(c) Ng Eng Hen

(d) Lawrence Wong

(e) Teo Chee Hean

 

16) In 2026, the Indian Coast Guard, in a joint operation with ATS Gujarat, seized approximately how much cocaine off the Mundra coast?

(a) 105 kg

(b) 115 kg

(c) 125 kg

(d) 150 kg

(e) 95 kg

17)  In 2026, the 4th Lavender Festival organised by CSIR-IIIM is being held under which theme?

(a) Purple Revolution India

(b) Aroma of Kashmir

(c) Lavender for Rural Growth

(d) Lavender goes global

(e) Aroma Innovation Mission

18) In 2026, Google launched the “Google for Education Schoolers (GES)” programme at the Education World Forum in which city?

(a) New York

(b) Paris

(c) Tokyo

(d) Geneva

(e) London

 

19) In 2026, under the ICMR Innovators-to-Industry (I2I) Connect programme, how many public health technologies were transferred to industry partners?

(a) 35

(b) 38

(c) 40

(d) 41

(e) 45

 

20) In 2026, Nibe Group signed a Joint Venture with which company to establish advanced energetic materials and propellant manufacturing facilities in India?

(a) Rafael Advanced Defense Systems

(b) Lockheed Martin

(c) BAE Systems

(d) Boeing Defence

(e) Elbit Systems

 

21) In 2026, Raja Randhir Singh, who recently passed away, was associated with which sport?

(a) Boxing

(b) Shooting

(c) Hockey

(d) Athletics

(e) Wrestling

 

22) In 2026, World No Tobacco Day is observed annually on which date?

(a) 30 May

(b) 31 May

(c) 1 June

(d) 29 May

(e) 2 June

23) In Mar’26, according to RBI data on outward remittances, which category accounted for the largest share within travel spending?

(a) Education-related travel

(b) Overseas business travel

(c) Pilgrimage and medical travel

(d) Other travel (holidays & credit card settlements)

(e) Work-related travel

24) In 2026, India hosted which Session of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) Governing Body at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi?

(a) 66th Session

(b) 67th Session

(c) 69th Session

(d) 68th Session

(e) 70th Session

 

25) In 2026, the ‘Adarsh Shahar Samriddhi Yojana’ launched by the Chhattisgarh Government has been conceptualised on the lines of which scheme?

(a) Smart City Mission

(b) AMRUT Scheme

(c) Mukhyamantri Nagarotthan Yojana

(d) Swachh Bharat Mission

(e) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana


Answers:

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with an aim to strengthen bilateral cooperation in financial innovation and digital payments between India and Vietnam.

The agreement was signed after receiving approval from the Union Cabinet of India.

The MoU focuses on promoting cross-border QR Code-based merchant payments between the two countries.

The partnership aims to improve payment system connectivity and facilitate seamless cross-border transactions.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with an aim to strengthen bilateral cooperation in financial innovation and digital payments between India and Vietnam.

The agreement was signed after receiving approval from the Union Cabinet of India.

The MoU focuses on promoting cross-border QR Code-based merchant payments between the two countries.

The partnership aims to improve payment system connectivity and facilitate seamless cross-border transactions.

The MoU provides a framework for information sharing, regulatory coordination, and implementation support.

Areas of cooperation include sharing information on emerging market trends, digital payment technologies, best practices, and regulatory frameworks.

The agreement also supports cooperation in fast payment systems, messaging systems, and card switch mechanisms.

The MoU allows the possibility of launching joint innovation programmes and digital payment projects between RBI and SBV.

One major objective is to make cross-border transactions more transparent, real-time, convenient, and cost-efficient.

The system will provide upfront display of charges, improving transparency in international payments.

 

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Department of Financial Services (DFS), under the Ministry of Finance, launched the Common Landing Portal for Unclaimed Financial Assets on 29 May 2026.

The portal was developed in collaboration with the PSB Alliance to provide easier access to information related to unclaimed financial assets.

The portal was launched by M. Nagaraju, Secretary, DFS, during the review meeting of Public Sector Banks (PSBs).

Detailed Explanation:

The Department of Financial Services (DFS), under the Ministry of Finance, launched the Common Landing Portal for Unclaimed Financial Assets on 29 May 2026.

The portal was developed in collaboration with the PSB Alliance to provide easier access to information related to unclaimed financial assets.

The portal was launched by M. Nagaraju, Secretary, DFS, during the review meeting of Public Sector Banks (PSBs).

The portal is accessible through the official website: Unclaimed Financial Assets Portal

The platform serves as a unified portal for searching unclaimed financial assets across the financial ecosystem.

The portal provides access to search facilities for unclaimed bank deposits, insurance claims, shares, dividends, and mutual funds.

The initiative is an extension of the nationwide campaign “आपकी पूँजी, आपका अधिकार (Your Money, Your Right)”

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

During the meeting, a Coffee Table Book titled “आपकी पूँजी, आपका अधिकार (Your Money, Your Right)” was unveiled.

The campaign focused on helping citizens identify and reclaim unclaimed financial assets.

Over the last six months, more than ₹6,800 crore was restituted to nearly 29 lakh claimants across India.

The new DFS website is available in 23 regional languages and includes accessibility features for visually impaired persons.

Aggregate business of PSBs reached around ₹283.3 lakh crore as of 31 March 2026.

Aggregate net profit of PSBs increased to approximately ₹1.98 lakh crore, marking the highest-ever annual net profit in PSB history.

Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA) declined to a historic low of 1.93%.

Net Non-Performing Assets (NNPA) reduced further to 0.39%.

Detailed Explanation:

Secretary, Department of Financial Services (DFS), M. Nagaraju, chaired a review meeting of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) to assess their performance during FY 2025–26.

The meeting was attended by senior DFS officials, the Chairman of State Bank of India, and MDs, CEOs, and Executive Directors of PSBs.

During the meeting, a Coffee Table Book titled “आपकी पूँजी, आपका अधिकार (Your Money, Your Right)” was unveiled.

The campaign focused on helping citizens identify and reclaim unclaimed financial assets.

Over the last six months, more than ₹6,800 crore was restituted to nearly 29 lakh claimants across India.

The revamped website of the Department of Financial Services was also launched with a citizen-centric approach.

The new DFS website is available in 23 regional languages and includes accessibility features for visually impaired persons.

The review assessed PSB performance in areas such as business growth, profitability, asset quality, financial inclusion, digital banking, MSME credit, cyber resilience, and risk management.

Aggregate business of PSBs reached around ₹283.3 lakh crore as of 31 March 2026.

Aggregate net profit of PSBs increased to approximately ₹1.98 lakh crore, marking the highest-ever annual net profit in PSB history.

Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA) declined to a historic low of 1.93%.

Net Non-Performing Assets (NNPA) reduced further to 0.39%.

The improvement reflected stronger balance sheets and prudent risk management practices.

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

According to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), overseas travel spending by Indians declined to USD 1.09 billion in March 2026.

Overseas travel expenditure decreased by nearly USD 212 million compared to February 2026.

The decline reflects reduced spending on foreign travel by Indian residents.

Under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), Indians can remit up to USD 2,50,000 per financial year for permitted transactions.

Detailed Explanation:

According to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), overseas travel spending by Indians declined to USD 1.09 billion in March 2026.

Overseas travel expenditure decreased by nearly USD 212 million compared to February 2026.

The decline reflects reduced spending on foreign travel by Indian residents.

Under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), Indians can remit up to USD 2,50,000 per financial year for permitted transactions.

The LRS allows remittances for purposes such as foreign travel, education, investments, and maintenance of relatives abroad.

Total outward remittances under the LRS stood at USD 2.59 billion in March 2026.

Travel remained the largest component of outward remittances, accounting for USD 1.09 billion of the total remittances.

 

5) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the SkyCast Aviation Weather Monitoring System at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, New Delhi.

The system has been developed under the Government of India's flagship Mission Mausam programme.

SkyCast is an advanced aviation weather intelligence platform that provides real-time atmospheric information to enhance aviation safety and operational efficiency.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the SkyCast Aviation Weather Monitoring System at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, New Delhi.

The system has been developed under the Government of India's flagship Mission Mausam programme.

SkyCast is an advanced aviation weather intelligence platform that provides real-time atmospheric information to enhance aviation safety and operational efficiency.

The system continuously monitors:

Fog formation

Visibility levels

Wind speed and direction

Turbulence

Moisture content

Atmospheric temperature

Aerosol concentration

It will help pilots, air traffic controllers, and airport authorities make informed decisions during critical flight operations, especially take-offs and landings.

6) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Scheme for Assistance in Ration Transport and Handling-Income with Automation in Public Distribution System (SARTHAK-PDS) for a period of 5 years.

The scheme has an outlay of ₹25,530 crore and aims to strengthen food security across the country.

The scheme covers the entire Public Distribution System (PDS) value chain, including foodgrain distribution, logistics, transportation, material handling, and grievance redressal mechanisms.

Detailed Explanation:

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Scheme for Assistance in Ration Transport and Handling-Income with Automation in Public Distribution System (SARTHAK-PDS) for a period of 5 years.

The scheme has an outlay of ₹25,530 crore and aims to strengthen food security across the country.

The scheme covers the entire Public Distribution System (PDS) value chain, including foodgrain distribution, logistics, transportation, material handling, and grievance redressal mechanisms.

It is an umbrella scheme that integrates:

Assistance to State Agencies for Intra-State Movement of Foodgrains and Fair Price Shop Dealers’ Margin under the National Food Security Act (NFSA).

Scheme for Modernisation and Reforms through Technology in Public Distribution System (SMART-PDS).

The integration of these schemes is expected to strengthen the implementation of the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013 under a single administrative framework.

7) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Chhattisgarh Government will launch the ‘Adarsh Shahar Samriddhi Yojana’ to equip emerging towns and urban centres with modern civic infrastructure and public facilities.

The state government has allocated ₹200 crore for the scheme in the 2026–27 Budget.

The scheme has been conceptualised on the lines of the ‘Mukhyamantri Nagarotthan Yojana’, which was introduced for municipal corporations.

Detailed Explanation:

The Chhattisgarh Government will launch the ‘Adarsh Shahar Samriddhi Yojana’ to equip emerging towns and urban centres with modern civic infrastructure and public facilities.

The state government has allocated ₹200 crore for the scheme in the 2026–27 Budget.

The scheme has been conceptualised on the lines of the ‘Mukhyamantri Nagarotthan Yojana’, which was introduced for municipal corporations.

In the first phase, the Urban Administration and Development Department has selected 32 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across the state's five revenue divisions:

Bilaspur – 9

Bastar – 6

Surguja – 6

Raipur – 6

Durg – 5

The Chief Engineer of the Mechanical Cell of the Directorate has been appointed as the Nodal Officer for all five revenue divisions to ensure effective implementation and monitoring.

 

8) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Government of India has notified two new Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in the Union Territory of Puducherry.

The approvals were granted during the 137th Meeting of the Board of Approval (BoA) under the Department of Commerce, held on 27 February 2026.

The projects are expected to attract investments of nearly ₹1,975 crore and generate around 8,500 employment opportunities.

One of the SEZs will be developed by Oulgaret Municipality at Thattanchavady village, Oulgaret Taluk, making it India’s first municipality-developed SEZ.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India has notified two new Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in the Union Territory of Puducherry.

The approvals were granted during the 137th Meeting of the Board of Approval (BoA) under the Department of Commerce, held on 27 February 2026.

The projects are expected to attract investments of nearly ₹1,975 crore and generate around 8,500 employment opportunities.

One of the SEZs will be developed by Oulgaret Municipality at Thattanchavady village, Oulgaret Taluk, making it India’s first municipality-developed SEZ.

The municipality-developed SEZ will focus on Information Technology (IT) and Information Technology Enabled Services (ITeS) activities.

The second SEZ will be established by the Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation (PIPDIC) at Karasur village, Villianur Taluk.

The multi-sector SEZ will support industries across manufacturing, services, and export-oriented businesses.

9) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

India and the United States of America (USA) have signed a bilateral framework to strengthen cooperation in the supply, mining, and processing of critical minerals and rare earth elements.

The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 11th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.

The framework covers cooperation in mining, processing, recycling, and related investments across the critical minerals value chain.

It builds upon ongoing India–United States efforts to strengthen supply chain security in critical and strategic sectors.

Detailed Explanation:

India and the United States of America (USA) have signed a bilateral framework to strengthen cooperation in the supply, mining, and processing of critical minerals and rare earth elements.

The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 11th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.

The framework covers cooperation in mining, processing, recycling, and related investments across the critical minerals value chain.

It builds upon ongoing India–United States efforts to strengthen supply chain security in critical and strategic sectors.

On 20 February 2026, India became a signatory to the United States-led Pax Silica Initiative.

Critical minerals and rare earth elements are essential for:

High-tech electronics

Clean energy technologies

Defence systems

Electric vehicles

The partnership aims to reduce supply chain vulnerabilities and enhance access to critical resources required for emerging technologies and strategic industries.

China currently accounts for around 90% of global critical mineral processing, highlighting the importance of diversifying supply chains.

10) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has partnered with Fourth Valley Concierge Corporation (FVCC), Japan, to strengthen and facilitate workforce mobility opportunities for Indian talent in Japan.

The collaboration will leverage the ‘Credibility Check’ framework provided by NSDC Trust, a group organisation of the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC).

The initiative aims to establish a structured and reliable verification mechanism for Indian candidates travelling to Japan through Fourth Valley Concierge Corporation (FVCC).

Detailed Explanation:

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has partnered with Fourth Valley Concierge Corporation (FVCC), Japan, to strengthen and facilitate workforce mobility opportunities for Indian talent in Japan.

The collaboration will leverage the ‘Credibility Check’ framework provided by NSDC Trust, a group organisation of the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC).

The initiative aims to establish a structured and reliable verification mechanism for Indian candidates travelling to Japan through Fourth Valley Concierge Corporation (FVCC).

The verification process may include:

Identity verification

Educational and qualification credential verification

Employment history verification

Criminal background checks (where legally permissible)

Consistency checks of submitted documents

Other credibility assessment parameters

India and Japan have also outlined an Action Plan for Human Resource Exchange and Cooperation.

The broader objective is to facilitate the movement of at least 50,000 skilled Indian professionals to Japan over the next five years.

11) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Government of Gujarat and Meta Platforms Inc. (Meta) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Gandhinagar to provide WhatsApp-based access to government services across the state.

Under the initiative, around 20 citizen services from five major departments will be integrated into the Sugam Digital Gujarat platform.

Citizens will be able to access these services through a single WhatsApp number.

The services will be delivered through a chatbot available in Gujarati and English.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of Gujarat and Meta Platforms Inc. (Meta) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Gandhinagar to provide WhatsApp-based access to government services across the state.

Under the initiative, around 20 citizen services from five major departments will be integrated into the Sugam Digital Gujarat platform.

Citizens will be able to access these services through a single WhatsApp number.

The services will be delivered through a chatbot available in Gujarati and English.

Key services proposed under the platform include:

Grievance redressal assistance

Income Certificate issuance

Caste Certificate issuance

Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Certificate issuance

Ration Card updates

Access to revenue records

Official affidavits

The platform is expected to improve real-time application status tracking and strengthen last-mile delivery of public services in both urban and rural areas.

The initiative aims to enhance digital governance, citizen convenience, and accessibility of government services.

12) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Government of Odisha, Intel Corporation, and 3D Glass Solutions Inc. (3DGS) signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).  

The agreement aims to establish an Advanced Packaging Glass Core Substrate Manufacturing Facility in the Bhubaneswar–Khurda region of Odisha.

The project involves an estimated investment of $3.3 billion, making it one of the largest semiconductor-related investments in India.

The initiative is expected to strengthen India's semiconductor ecosystem and support the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM).

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of Odisha, Intel Corporation, and 3D Glass Solutions Inc. (3DGS) signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).  

The agreement aims to establish an Advanced Packaging Glass Core Substrate Manufacturing Facility in the Bhubaneswar–Khurda region of Odisha.

The project involves an estimated investment of $3.3 billion, making it one of the largest semiconductor-related investments in India.

The initiative is expected to strengthen India's semiconductor ecosystem and support the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM).

The signing ceremony was attended by Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, and Intel Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Lip-Bu Tan.

The upcoming facility will manufacture:

Advanced Packaging Glass Core Substrates

High-Density Interconnect (HDI) Substrates

Advanced Semiconductor Components

Next-Generation Packaging Solutions

Intel Corporation will provide technical expertise, process support, and advanced manufacturing knowledge for the project.

 

13) Answer: B

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved a three-month extension for Ketan Merchant to continue as the Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Fino Payments Bank.

The extended tenure became effective from 27 May 2026.

The disclosure regarding the extension was made under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements – LODR) Regulations, 2015.

14) Answer: A

Bassirou Diomaye Faye, President of Senegal, appointed Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo as the new Prime Minister (PM) of Senegal.

Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo is a veteran central banker, economist, and member of the Pastef party.

The political transition occurred three days after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dissolved the government and dismissed former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko.

About Senegal :

Capital : Dakar

Currency : West African CFA franc

15) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The 16th India-Singapore Defence Policy Dialogue was held in Singapore on 28 May 2026.

The dialogue was co-chaired by Rajesh Kumar Singh, Defence Secretary of India, and Joseph Leong, Permanent Secretary (Defence) of Singapore.

Both sides reviewed the progress of ongoing defence engagements and discussed key areas of defence cooperation.

Detailed Explanation:

The 16th India-Singapore Defence Policy Dialogue was held in Singapore on 28 May 2026.

The dialogue was co-chaired by Rajesh Kumar Singh, Defence Secretary of India, and Joseph Leong, Permanent Secretary (Defence) of Singapore.

Both sides reviewed the progress of ongoing defence engagements and discussed key areas of defence cooperation.

Major discussion areas included military engagements, defence industry collaboration, capacity building, and regional security issues.

India and Singapore explored new avenues to strengthen their strategic defence partnership and expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

The two countries also discussed enhancing cooperation in emerging and niche sectors such as cyber security, artificial intelligence (AI), maritime security, unmanned systems, and advanced defence technologies.

The dialogue highlighted the importance of innovation-driven partnerships to address evolving regional and global security challenges.

About Singapore :

President : Tharman Shanmugaratnam

Prime Minister : Lawrence Wong

Currency : Singapore dollar

 

16) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) seized approximately 115 kg of Cocaine during a joint anti-smuggling operation conducted with the Anti-Terrorism Squad Gujarat (ATS Gujarat).

The operation was carried out from 25–26 May 2026 off the Mundra coast in Gujarat.

The estimated international market value of the seized narcotics is around ₹1150 crore.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) seized approximately 115 kg of Cocaine during a joint anti-smuggling operation conducted with the Anti-Terrorism Squad Gujarat (ATS Gujarat).

The operation was carried out from 25–26 May 2026 off the Mundra coast in Gujarat.

The estimated international market value of the seized narcotics is around ₹1150 crore.

The operation was launched based on specific and actionable intelligence shared by ATS Gujarat.

Indian Coast Guard interceptor boats, along with ATS personnel onboard, conducted an extensive search operation in the Mundra anchorage area.

During the operation, suspicious activity was detected onboard a container vessel.

 

17) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM Jammu) will organize the 4th Lavender Festival on 6–7 June 2026 at Government Degree College, Bhaderwah, Doda under the theme “Lavender goes global”.

The festival celebrates the success of the Purple Revolution and lavender-based rural entrepreneurship in Jammu and Kashmir.

Detailed Explanation:

CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM Jammu) will organize the 4th Lavender Festival on 6–7 June 2026 at Government Degree College, Bhaderwah, Doda under the theme “Lavender goes global”.

The festival celebrates the success of the Purple Revolution and lavender-based rural entrepreneurship in Jammu and Kashmir.

The event will be inaugurated by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, PMO, Atomic Energy, and Space, and Vice President of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).

Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director of CSIR-IIIM, announced the details during a curtain raiser press conference.

CSIR-IIIM has expanded lavender cultivation to Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and the North-Eastern States through scientific interventions and entrepreneurship support.

 

18) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Google announced the Google for Education Schoolers (GES) programme at the Education World Forum 2026 held in London, United Kingdom.

GES is a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) training programme designed for school and higher education teachers across India.

The initiative aims to provide mobile-first AI training on the responsible use of AI tools, including Gemini, in classrooms and academic environments.

Detailed Explanation:

Google announced the Google for Education Schoolers (GES) programme at the Education World Forum 2026 held in London, United Kingdom.

GES is a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) training programme designed for school and higher education teachers across India.

The initiative aims to provide mobile-first AI training on the responsible use of AI tools, including Gemini, in classrooms and academic environments.

The programme has been launched in collaboration with various state governments and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).

In the initial phase, the programme will be implemented with the governments of Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Assam.

The initiative will also cover the Ladakh Union Territory and the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB).

 

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), under the Department of Health Research (DHR), organised the “Medical Innovations Patent Mitra: Innovators-to-Industry (I2I) Connect” event.

A major highlight of the event was the launch of the first-of-its-kind Innovator–Industry Platform.

Through this platform, 41 public health technologies were transferred from ICMR institutes and innovators to industry partners.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), under the Department of Health Research (DHR), organised the “Medical Innovations Patent Mitra: Innovators-to-Industry (I2I) Connect” event.

The event was held at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi.

Indian Council of Medical Research functions under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).

The programme was inaugurated by Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav, Union Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

Gobardhan Das, Member of NITI Aayog, was present during the event.

The primary objective of the Innovators-to-Industry (I2I) Connect programme is to accelerate technology transfer and commercialisation of indigenous healthcare innovations through industry partnerships.

A major highlight of the event was the launch of the first-of-its-kind Innovator–Industry Platform.

Through this platform, 41 public health technologies were transferred from ICMR institutes and innovators to industry partners.

 

20) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Nibe Group and Elbit Systems signed a Joint Venture (JV) agreement to establish advanced energetic materials and propellant manufacturing facilities in India.

The strategic partnership supports the Government of India’s ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives.

The proposed defence products to be manufactured under the JV include Nitro Cellulose, Nitro Glycerine, and various propellant bases.

Detailed Explanation:

Nibe Group and Elbit Systems signed a Joint Venture (JV) agreement to establish advanced energetic materials and propellant manufacturing facilities in India.

The strategic partnership supports the Government of India’s ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives.

The proposed defence products to be manufactured under the JV include Nitro Cellulose, Nitro Glycerine, and various propellant bases.

The propellant products include single-base propellant, double-base propellant, and triple-base propellant.

Under the JV arrangement, Elbit Systems will provide technical assistance and related support.

Nibe Group will be responsible for establishment, investment, and operational management of the manufacturing facilities in India.

 

21) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Renowned Indian shooter, five-time Olympian, and veteran sports administrator Raja Randhir Singh passed away at the age of 79 in New Delhi.

Raja Randhir Singh was born on 18 October 1946 in Patiala, Punjab.

He was honoured with the prestigious Arjuna Award in 1979 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) for his outstanding contribution to shooting sports.

Detailed Explanation:

Renowned Indian shooter, five-time Olympian, and veteran sports administrator Raja Randhir Singh passed away at the age of 79 in New Delhi.

Raja Randhir Singh was born on 18 October 1946 in Patiala, Punjab.

He was honoured with the prestigious Arjuna Award in 1979 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) for his outstanding contribution to shooting sports.

Raja Randhir Singh was a five-time Olympian, Asian Games gold medallist, former Secretary General of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), and the first Indian to become President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).

He specialised in trap and skeet shooting events during his shooting career.

He represented India in five Olympic Games: Mexico City 1968, Munich 1972, Montreal 1976, Moscow 1980, and Los Angeles 1984.

Raja Randhir Singh also served as the reserve shooter for the 1964 Summer Olympics held in Tokyo, Japan.

22) Answer: B

World No Tobacco Day is observed every year on 31 May to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco consumption and promote tobacco-free lifestyles.

The day is organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and is also known as World Anti-Tobacco Day.

About World Health Organization (WHO)

Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland

Director-General: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

Established: 1948

The World Health Organization (WHO) has 194 member

 

23) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Travel remained the largest component of outward remittances, accounting for USD 1.09 billion of the total remittances.

Within the travel category, the “other travel” segment accounted for USD 623.05 million, representing nearly 57% of total travel spending.

The “other travel” category includes holiday trips and international credit card settlements.

Detailed Explanation:

Travel remained the largest component of outward remittances, accounting for USD 1.09 billion of the total remittances.

Within the travel category, the “other travel” segment accounted for USD 623.05 million, representing nearly 57% of total travel spending.

The “other travel” category includes holiday trips and international credit card settlements.

Spending on education-related travel amounted to USD 450.16 million during March 2026.

Expenditure on overseas business travel, pilgrimage, and medical treatment together totalled USD 21.39 million.

24) Answer: D

India hosts the 68th Session of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) Governing Body from the 20th to 22nd May, 2026. This high level international gathering will take place at the Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi and it will bring together the  policymakers, productivity experts and delegates from across the Asia-Pacific region.

 

25) Answer: C

The Chhattisgarh Government will launch the ‘Adarsh Shahar Samriddhi Yojana’ to equip emerging towns and urban centres with modern civic infrastructure and public facilities.

The state government has allocated ₹200 crore for the scheme in the 2026–27 Budget.

The scheme has been conceptualised on the lines of the ‘Mukhyamantri Nagarotthan Yojana’, which was introduced for municipal corporations.

In the first phase, the Urban Administration and Development Department has selected 32 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across the state's five revenue divisions:

Bilaspur – 9

Bastar – 6

Surguja – 6

Raipur – 6

Durg – 5