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Q.1. What is the total joint investment announced under the EU-India collaboration for launching two new major research initiatives in 2025, focusing on marine pollution control and development of waste-to-renewable hydrogen technologies? 2025 मेंसमुद्रीप्रदूषणनियंत्रणऔरकचरेसेअक्षयहाइड्रोजनतकनीकोंकेविकासपरकेंद्रितदोप्रमुखअनुसंधानपहलोंकेलिए EU-India सहयोगकेतहतघोषितकुलसंयुक्तनिवेशकितनाहै?
(a) €25 million (approx. ₹240 crore)
(b) €30 million (approx. ₹300 crore)
(c) €41 million (approx. ₹394 crore)
(d) €50 million (approx. ₹500 crore)
(e) €60 million (approx. ₹600 crore)
Answer & Explanation
Ans.1.(c)
Exp. EU and India Launch €41 Million Joint R&D Initiatives to Combat Marine Pollution and Advance Green Hydrogen Technologies
European Union (EU) and India launched two major research initiatives under the Trade and Technology Council (TTC) with a joint investment of €41 million (₹394 crore) to tackle marine pollution and develop waste-to-renewable hydrogen technologies, co-funded by EU’s Horizon Europe programme, MoES, and MNRE.
The first initiative targets marine pollution, especially plastic litter, microplastics, and heavy metals, supporting UN Ocean Science Decade goals, India’s National Marine Litter Policy, and the EU’s Zero Pollution Action Plan.
The second initiative promotes clean energy through the development of efficient and eco-friendly hydrogen production methods, advancing India-EU collaboration on climate action, energy security, and hydrogen innovation.
Both calls are open to researchers, start-ups, industries, and NGOs from India and the EU, with deadlines in September 2025, and further joint calls are planned for 2026, including EV battery recycling and wastewater treatment, strengthening the long-term R&I strategic partnership between the two regions.
Q.2. What is the revised growth projection for India in 2026 as per the UN?
Exp. UN cuts India’s 2025 GDP growth forecast to 6.3%
The United Nations has lowered India’s economic growth projection for 2025 by 30 basis points, revising it to 6.3%, citing slower global growth due to heightened trade tensions and policy uncertainty.
The growth forecast for 2026 was also cut by 30 basis points, now expected at 6.4%, but India continues to be one of the fastest-growing large economies supported by strong consumption and government spending.
Q.3. How many new military academies has China established recently as part of its restructuring of the military education system to strengthen its defence modernisation efforts? चीननेअपनीसैन्यशिक्षाप्रणालीकेपुनर्गठनकेतहतअपनीरक्षाआधुनिकीकरणप्रयासोंकोमजबूतकरनेकेलिएहालहीमेंकितनीनईसैन्यअकादमियांस्थापितकीहैं?
(a) Two
(b) Three
(c) Four
(d) Five
(e) Six
Answer & Explanation
Ans.3.(b)
Exp. China Revamps Military Education with New Academies to Boost Defence Modernisation
China is restructuring its military education by establishing three new academies — PLA Ground Force Service Academy, PLA Information Support Force Engineering University, and PLA Joint Logistics Support Force Engineering University — to train specialised talent for its newest branches, the Information Support Force (ISF) and Joint Logistics Support Force (JLSF).
These academies will be located in Hefei, Wuhan, and Chongqing, and will begin enrolling high school graduates, aligning military training with the evolving structure of China’s armed forces.
The ISF, responsible for military communications and networks, and the JLSF, focusing on nationwide logistics integration, were created after the PLA disbanded its Strategic Support Force in April 2024 as part of a broader reorganisation.
China has boosted its 2025 defence budget by 7.2% to about $245 billion and is constructing a massive new military command centre near Beijing to support its goal of building a “world-class” military by 2049, with modernisation targeted by 2027.
Q.4. India’s first manned deep ocean mission, ‘Samudrayaan’, aims to explore ocean depths of up to 6,000 meters using the indigenous submersible vehicle ‘Matsya’, which carries three scientists and is planned for launch by the end of 2026. The ‘Matsya’ submersible is specifically designed to withstand the extreme pressure and temperature conditions found at such great depths. What material is used for the hull of this advanced 25-tonne vehicle to ensure its strength and durability underwater?
Exp. ‘Samudrayaan’: India’s first manned deep ocean mission to be launched by 2026 end.
India’s first manned deep ocean mission, ‘Samudrayaan’, aims to explore depths of up to 6,000 meters using the indigenous submersible vehicle ‘Matsya’, carrying three scientists, with launch planned by the end of 2026.
The advanced 25-tonne, titanium-hulled submersible is designed to withstand extreme oceanic pressure and temperature, marking a breakthrough in India’s deep-sea research, opening new possibilities in ocean resource assessment and tourism.
An innovative technology named ‘Samudrajivah’ is under demonstration for large-scale open sea fish farming, equipped with sensors for remote monitoring of fish biomass, growth, movement, and water quality to enhance food security.
Experts emphasized the integration of NIOT’s technology with marine research for a sustainable blue economy, highlighting the urgent need for technological advancements in mariculture, including seaweed cultivation and early warning systems for harmful marine phenomena.
Q.5. Who has been appointed as India’s next Ambassador to Sweden as per the recent MEA announcement? हालहीमेंविदेशमंत्रालय (MEA) कीघोषणाकेअनुसारस्वीडनमेंभारतकेअगलेराजदूतकेरूपमेंकिसेनियुक्तकियागयाहै?
Exp. Anurag Bhushan Appointed as India’s Next Ambassador to Sweden
Anurag Bhushan, a 1995 batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer and currently serving as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, has been appointed as India’s next Ambassador to Sweden.
Mr Bhushan belongs to the 1995 batch of the Indian Foreign Service and has held a range of diplomatic and administrative roles during his nearly three-decade-long career.
Q.6. Who recently became India’s 86th Chess Grandmaster?
हालहीमेंभारतके 86वेंशतरंजग्रैंडमास्टरकौनबनेहैं?
(a) R. Praggnanandhaa
(b) D. Gukesh
(c) L.R. Srihari
(d) Leon Mendonca
(e) Arjun Erigaisi
Answer & Explanation
Ans.6.(c)
Exp. Srihari becomes India’s 86th Grandmaster
Tamil Nadu’s L.R. Srihari, a 19-year-old B.Com student from SRM (Vadapalani), has become India’s 86th Grandmaster, securing his final GM norm at the Asian Individual Championships in Al-Ain after nearly a year of close attempts across nine tournaments.
Srihari had already crossed the 2500 Elo rating during the Dubai Open 2023 and achieved his first two GM norms at the Sixdays Budapest GM Round-Robin and the 2023 Qatar Masters.
Previous Chess Grand Masters
85th – P Shyaamnikhil (Tamil Nadu)
84th – Vaishali Rameshbabu (Tamil Nadu)
83rd – Aditya S Samant (Maharashtra)
82nd – Vuppala Prraneeth (Telangana)
81st – Sayantan Das (West Bengal)
80th – Vignesh N R (Tamil Nadu)
Q.7. Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director and CEO of Syndicate Bank?
Exp. Syndicate Bank Appoints Arun Shrivastava as MD and CEO.
Arun Shrivastava has been appointed as Managing Director and CEO of Syndicate Bank, ending a nine-month leadership vacancy caused by the arrest of the previous CMD, S K Jain, in a graft case.
Shrivastava brings over 30 years of banking experience, having worked at Bank of Baroda and Bank of India, where he managed key portfolios including corporate debt restructuring, international operations, and credit monitoring.
His appointment aims to restore stability and confidence in Syndicate Bank, helping it navigate challenges, improve asset quality, and achieve growth amid changing regulatory conditions.
Recent Appointment in Banking & Insurance Sector
Co-Founder and CEO of Neo Wealth Management – Shajikumar Devakars
Senior Executive Vice President and Head of Digital Transformation at Bandhan Bank – Dibyendu Kumar Das
CFO of Tech-driven NBFC Kuhoo Finance – Vineet Mahajan
CEO of Home Credit India – Vivek Singh
Included in the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab initiative – Sunil Bharti Mittal
Q.8. What is the name of the new range of current accounts launched by HDFC Bank, specifically designed to cater to the financial needs of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in India?
Exp. HDFC Bank Launches ‘Biz+ Current Accounts’ for Growing Indian MSMEs
HDFC Bank has introduced ‘Biz+ Current Accounts,’ a tailored banking solution designed specifically to meet the evolving financial needs of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across India.
The Biz+ accounts offer a comprehensive range of bundled services, including cash handling, digital banking platforms, and personalized support from dedicated relationship managers to aid businesses throughout their lifecycle.
The bank’s focus with this launch is to provide value-based offerings that cater to both business and personal banking requirements, enhancing the overall banking experience for growing enterprises.
Q.9. What was the exact monetary penalty imposed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Deutsche Bank AG’s India branch, and what was the reason behind it?
भारतीयरिजर्वबैंक (RBI) द्वाराड्यूशबैंक AG कीभारतशाखापरलगायागयासटीकमौद्रिकजुर्मानाक्याथा, औरइसकेपीछेक्याकारणथा?
(a) ₹1 crore for failing to maintain Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR)
(b) ₹75 lakh for violating guidelines related to digital transactions
(c) ₹50 lakh for non-compliance with CRILC reporting norms on large credit exposures
(d) ₹29.60 lakh for misreporting customer data in financial statements
(e) ₹90 lakh for delay in submitting audit reports
Answer & Explanation
Ans.9.(c)
Exp. RBI Fines Deutsche Bank ₹50 Lakh, Yes Bank ₹29.6 Lakh for Regulatory Violations
The Reserve Bank of India imposed a monetary penalty of ₹50 lakh on Deutsche Bank AG, India, for failing to report certain borrower credit details to the Central Repository of Information on Large Credits (CRILC), violating RBI reporting norms.
Yes Bank Limited was also fined ₹29.60 lakh by the RBI for not presenting complete and correct information regarding customer complaints in its Annual Financial Statements for the financial year 2023–24.
Q.10. Under its latest climate-focused initiative, which specific industrial sector has the Department of Science and Technology (DST) chosen to launch five Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) testbeds to help reduce emissions and advance sustainability goals?
Exp. DST Launches India’s First-Ever Carbon Capture Testbeds in Cement Sector to Accelerate Net Zero Goals
DST has launched five Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) testbeds in India’s cement sector, aiming to support decarbonisation in one of the country’s most carbon-intensive industries through an innovative Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model involving academia and top cement companies.
The initiative supports India’s 2070 Net Zero goal by developing technology that captures CO₂ from cement plants and converts it into useful products like concrete blocks, olefins, and construction materials, using cutting-edge methods such as catalysis, mineralization, and vacuum swing adsorption.
Testbeds are being set up in collaboration with premier institutions such as IIT Kanpur, IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, BITS Pilani, IISc, and others, along with leading industry players like JK Cement, JSW Cement, Dalmia Cement, and Ultratech Cement, focusing on pilot-scale industrial deployment.
Q.11. What is the total amount of investment committed by ReNew Power for developing the largest single-site renewable energy complex at Bethapalle village in Andhra Pradesh?
Exp. ReNew Power Commits ₹22,000 Crore for India’s Largest Renewable Energy Complex in Andhra Pradesh
ReNew Power is investing approximately ₹22,000 crore in India’s largest single-site renewable energy (RE) complex at Bethapalle village, Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh, with a ground-breaking ceremony scheduled for May 16, attended by IT & HRD Minister Nara Lokesh.
The project, located in Guntakal Assembly constituency, will have Phase-I capacities of 587 MW solar, 250 MW wind, and a 415 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), costing around ₹7,000 crore; the total capacity across all phases will reach 1,800 MW solar, 1,000 MW wind, and 2,000 MWh BESS.
The investment contributes to Andhra Pradesh’s target of 72 GW renewable energy capacity by 2029 and complements recent major clean energy investments by companies like Tata Power, NTPC, Vedanta’s Serentica, Brookfield, and SAEL, amounting to several lakh crores and thousands of MWs in capacity.
Q.12. Who won the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for April 2025?
Exp. Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Kathryn Bryce Win ICC Players of the Month for April 2025
Bangladesh’s top all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz was awarded the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for April 2025, recognizing his outstanding performance in the two-Test series against Zimbabwe.
This is Mehidy’s first time winning the award, making him the third Bangladeshi cricketer to receive this honour after Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib Al Hasan.
Scotland captain Kathryn Bryce was named the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for April 2025, recognizing her exceptional performances during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier held in Pakistan.
The 27-year-old all-rounder showcased consistent excellence with both bat and ball, playing a key role in leading Scotland to a strong and impressive performance in the tournament.
ICC Men’s Player of the Month
January 2025 – Jomel Warrican (West Indies)
February 2025 – Shubman Gill (India)
March 2025 – Shreyas Iyer (India)
April 2025 – Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Bangladesh)
ICC Women’s Player of the Month
January 2025 – Beth Mooney (Australia)
February 2025 – Alana King (Australia)
March 2025 – Georgia Voll (Australia)
April 2025 – Kathryn Bryce (Scotland)
Q.13. International Day of Light is celebrated annually on which date in May?
International Day of Light is celebrated annually on 16 May to recognize the role light plays in science, culture, art, education, and sustainable development.
The date marks the anniversary of the first successful operation of the laser in 1960 by physicist Theodore Maiman, which revolut ionized science and technology.
The day promotes awareness about how light science can contribute to global challenges such as climate change, health, and energy efficiency.
