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Q.1. The Ramon Magsaysay Award 2025, often referred to as the “Nobel Prize of Asia”, was recently conferred on an Indian non-profit organisation for its exceptional contribution to improving girls’ education in rural and disadvantaged areas of India. Which organisation became the first Indian recipient of this award?

रेमन मैगसायसाय पुरस्कार 2025, जिसे अक्सरएशिया का नोबेल पुरस्कारकहा जाता है, हाल ही में भारत के एक गैरलाभकारी संगठन को ग्रामीण और पिछड़े क्षेत्रों में लड़कियों की शिक्षा सुधारने में असाधारण योगदान के लिए दिया गया। कौनसा संगठन इस पुरस्कार को प्राप्त करने वाला पहला भारतीय संगठन बना?

(a) Pratham Education Foundation

(b) Smile Foundation

(c) Foundation to Educate Girls

(d) Akshaya Patra Girls Foundation

(e) Teach For India

Answer & Explanation
Ans.1.(c)

Exp. Educate Girls Becomes First Indian Organisation to Win 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Award

Foundation to Educate Girls Globally, an Indian non-profit founded in 2007 by Safeena Husain in Rajasthan, has been named a 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Awardee, becoming the first Indian organisation to receive this prestigious honor.

The organisation focuses on mobilising community and government resources to bring out-of-school girls into classrooms, ensuring their retention and progress towards higher education and employment.

Other 2025 awardees include Shaahina Ali (Maldives) for environmental work and Flaviano Antonio L. Villanueva (Philippines), with the award ceremony scheduled for November 7, 2025, in Manila.

Educate Girls’ motto “one girl at a time” reflects its mission to break the cycle of illiteracy and poverty through grassroots efforts, community partnerships, and government collaboration.

 

Q.2. Who has been elected as the new Chairman of Press Trust of India (PTI) in 2025?

2025 में प्रेस ट्रस्ट ऑफ इंडिया (PTI) के नए अध्यक्ष के रूप में किसे चुना गया है?

(a) Vineet Jain

(b) K.N. Shanth Kumar

(c) Mahendra Mohan Gupta

(d) Parul Tyagi

(e) Rajiv Verma

Answer & Explanation
Ans.2.(c)

Exp. Mahendra Mohan Gupta Elected Chairman of PTI Board

Mahendra Mohan Gupta, of Jagran Prakashan Ltd. (publisher of Dainik Jagran), has been elected as the Chairman of Press Trust of India’s (PTI) Board of Directors, succeeding K.N. Shanth Kumar of The Printers (Mysore) Pvt. Ltd.

M.V. Shreyams Kumar of the Mathrubhumi group has been elected as the Vice-Chairman of the PTI Board.

The election was held during the Board of Directors’ meeting after PTI’s Annual General Meeting at its headquarters in New Delhi.

Recent Appointments

  • Head of Newly Formed AI and Services Transformation Unit by TCS – Amit Kapur
  • MD of Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) – Akash Tripathi
  • President of Boxing Federation of India (BFI) – Ajay Singh
  • Chairperson of Payments Council of India for 2025–2027– Vishwas Patel
  • Co- Chairperson of Payments Council of India for for 2025–2027 M N Srinivasu

 

Q.3. Which organisation under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has enabled the integration of nearly 2,000 e-Government services on DigiLocker and e-District platforms?

किस संगठन ने इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स और सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी मंत्रालय (MeitY) के अंतर्गत लगभग 2,000 गवर्नमेंट सेवाओं को डिजिलॉकर और डिस्ट्रिक्ट प्लेटफॉर्म पर एकीकृत किया है?

(a) NIC (National Informatics Centre)

(b) NeGD (National e-Governance Division)

(c) C-DAC

(d) NASSCOM

(e) Digital India Corporation

Answer & Explanation
Ans.3.(b)

Exp. NeGD Integrates 1,938 e-Government Services on DigiLocker and e-District Platforms

National e-Governance Division (NeGD) under MeitY has integrated 1,938 e-Government services on DigiLocker and e-District platforms, achieving a major Digital India milestone.

Citizens across all 36 states and union territories can now access certificates, welfare schemes, utility payments, and other services seamlessly, ensuring transparency and convenience.

Maharashtra leads with 254 services, followed by Delhi (123), Karnataka (113), Assam (102), and Uttar Pradesh (86).

NeGD plans to further expand e-services by leveraging emerging technologies through an AI-driven approach.

 

Q.4. Which initiative was launched by the Ministry of Tourism to promote responsible tourism in India?

भारत में जिम्मेदार पर्यटन को बढ़ावा देने के लिए पर्यटन मंत्रालय ने कौनसी पहल शुरू की?

(a) Swadesh Darshan

(b) Dekho Apna Desh

(c) e-Visa Tourism

(d) Incredible India

(e) Paryatan Mitra

Answer & Explanation
Ans.4.(e)

Exp. Ministry of Tourism Launches ‘Paryatan Mitra/Paryatan Didi’ to Promote Responsible Tourism Across India”

The Ministry of Tourism launched the National Responsible Tourism Initiative – Paryatan Mitra/Paryatan Didi – targeting local service providers like cab/auto drivers, hotel staff, tour guides, vendors, students, and marginalized communities.

The initiative aims to provide training on tourism awareness, cleanliness, safety, sustainability, and high standards of hospitality for tourists.

Piloted at six destinations – Orchha, Gandikota, Bodh Gaya, Aizawl, Jodhpur, and Shri Vijaya Puram – since August 15, 2024, the program has already trained 4,000+ people, as informed by Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in Rajya Sabha.

Q.5. Where will India send its first official national pickleball team for the Pickleball World Cup?

भारत अपनी पहली आधिकारिक राष्ट्रीय पिकलबॉल टीम पिकलबॉल वर्ल्ड कप के लिए कहाँ भेजेगी?

(a) Tokyo, Japan

(b) Florida, USA

(c) London, UK

(d) Dubai, UAE

(e) Sydney, Australia

Answer & Explanation
Ans.5.(b)

Exp. India to Send First-Ever National Team to Pickleball World Cup

The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA), under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, concluded its two-day national selection trials at the IPA Centre of Excellence in Ahmedabad.

Over 140 top players from across India competed for spots on the national pickleball team, with selections in Open, Under-16, and 50+ categories.

For the first time, India will send an official national pickleball team to the Pickleball World Cup in Florida, USA, from October 27 to November 2, sanctioned by the Global Pickleball Federation.

Selected players will undergo focused training under the IPA’s high-performance team before the international event, marking a historic milestone for Indian pickleball.

 

Q.6. Japan has set an investment target of how much in India over the next decade?

जापान ने अगले दशक में भारत में कितने निवेश का लक्ष्य रखा है?

(a) 5 trillion yen

(b) 7 trillion yen

(c) 8 trillion yen

(d) 10 trillion yen

(e) 12 trillion yen

Answer & Explanation
Ans.6.(d)

Exp. India–Japan Seal 10-Year Roadmap with ₹60,000 Crore Investment Target

Japan set an ambitious investment target of 10 trillion yen (~₹60,000 crore) in India over the next decade, as part of a 10-year roadmap to strengthen the India–Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership.

The two countries signed 13 key agreements, covering defence cooperation, economic security, digital public infrastructure, mobility of 50,000 Indian workers to Japan, and supply chain resilience in critical sectors like semiconductors, clean energy, telecom, and minerals.

A comprehensive defence framework was agreed upon to address contemporary security challenges, alongside stronger cooperation in space exploration including ISRO–JAXA lunar-polar mission (Chandrayaan-5 collaboration).

 

Q.7. What is the name of India’s first AI-powered tribal language translator to be launched by the Tribal Affairs Ministry?

जनजातीय कार्य मंत्रालय द्वारा लॉन्च किए जाने वाले भारत के पहले एआईसंचालित जनजातीय भाषा अनुवादक का नाम क्या है?

(a) Bhasha Setu

(b) Adi Vaani

(c) Vanvani

(d) Jan Bhasha

(e) Adivasi Varta

Answer & Explanation
Ans.7.(b)

Exp. Tribal Affairs Ministry to Launch “Adi Vaani”, India’s First AI-Powered Tribal Language Translator

The Tribal Affairs Ministry will soon launch “Adi Vaani”, India’s first AI-powered tribal language translator, developed by IIT Delhi, BITS Pilani, IIIT Hyderabad, and IIIT Nava Raipur with Tribal Research Institutes.

The app, initially supporting Santali, Bhili, Mundari, and Gondi, will be available on Play Store (iOS version coming soon), with Kui and Garo to be added in the next phase.

Adi Vaani uses AI models like NLLB and IndicTrans2 for real-time translation, text-to-speech, speech-to-text, and OCR to preserve endangered tribal languages, digitise folklore, and safeguard cultural heritage.

The initiative, aligned with Digital India and PM JANMAN, aims to empower tribal communities by supporting education, healthcare, awareness of government schemes, and inclusive governance in native languages.

 

Q.8. With reference to the Global Peace Index (GPI), consider the following statements:

वैश्विक शांति सूचकांक (GPI) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए:

  1. It is published annually by the World Economic Forum (WEP).
  2. Iceland, Ireland, and Denmark are among the top 3.
  3. India’s rank improved to 115th out of 163 countries, showing a modest rise compared to the previous year.

Which of the above statements is/are INCORRECT?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

(e) 3 only

Answer & Explanation
Ans.8.(a)

Exp. Global Peace Index 2025: Iceland Tops Again, India Ranked 115th Among 163 Nations

The Global Peace Index (GPI) 2025, compiled by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), ranked 163 countries, covering 99.7% of the world’s population.

Iceland retained the top spot as the most peaceful country in the world, a position it has consistently held since 2008, due to low crime, strong social trust, and absence of an army.

India ranked 115th with a GPI score of 2.229, showing a 0.58% improvement in peacefulness compared to last year.

The top 10 most peaceful nations are Iceland, Ireland, New Zealand, Finland, Austria, Switzerland, Singapore, Portugal, Denmark, and Slovenia, with Europe dominating the upper rankings.

Least peaceful regions include the Middle East and sub-Saharan Africa; countries at the bottom are Russia, Ukraine, Sudan, DR Congo, and Yemen, with South Africa also showing a decline.

The index is based on three parameters – societal safety and security, ongoing domestic or international conflict, and militarisation.

 

Q.9. The Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL), promoted by NHAI, has signed an agreement with ICICI Bank to implement India’s first Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system. This will make which of the following the country’s first barrier-free toll plaza?

भारतीय राजमार्ग प्रबंधन कंपनी लिमिटेड (IHMCL), जो NHAI द्वारा प्रमोटेड है, ने ICICI बैंक के साथ समझौता किया है ताकि भारत का पहला मल्टीलेन फ्री फ्लो (MLFF) टोलिंग सिस्टम लागू किया जा सके। इससे निम्नलिखित में से कौनसा देश का पहला बाधामुक्त टोल प्लाज़ा बनेगा?

(a) Gharaunda Fee Plaza, Haryana

(b) Kherki Daula Fee Plaza, Haryana

(c) Choryasi Fee Plaza, Gujarat

(d) Panipat Fee Plaza, Haryana

(e) Khalapur Fee Plaza, Maharashtra

Answer & Explanation
Ans.9.(c)

Exp. India to Launch First Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System at Choryasi Plaza on NH-48

IHMCL (Indian Highways Management Company Limited), promoted by NHAI, signed an agreement with ICICI Bank to implement India’s first Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system at Choryasi Fee Plaza, Gujarat (NH-48), making it the country’s first barrier-free toll plaza.

An additional agreement was signed for MLFF implementation at Gharaunda Fee Plaza, Haryana (NH-44), expanding the project beyond Gujarat.

NHAI plans to roll out MLFF tolling at 25 National Highway fee plazas during the current financial year, with identification of locations underway.

NHAI Chairman Santosh Kumar Yadav stated that MLFF will bring efficient, transparent, and user-friendly tolling, leveraging technology for a modern, seamless FASTag-based ecosystem nationwide.

 

Q.10. Actor Priya Marathe, who passed away recently, was known for her work in which television shows?

अभिनेत्री प्रिया मराठे, जिनका 31 अगस्त 2025 को निधन हुआ, किन टेलीविजन शो के लिए जानी जाती थीं?

(a) Pavitra Rishta and Kasamh Se

(b) Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and Kumkum

(c) Kumkum Bhagya and Kundali Bhagya

(d) Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah and Baa Bahoo Aur Baby

(e) Saath Nibhaana Saathiya and Naagin

Answer & Explanation
Ans.10.(a)

Exp. Actor Priya Marathe Passes Away at 38 After Battling Cancer

Actor Priya Marathe, known for her roles in Hindi and Marathi TV shows like Pavitra Rishta and Kasamh Se, passed away on August 31, 2025, after a two-year battle with cancer at the age of 38.

Marathe’s co-actor and cousin Subodh Bhave paid tribute, highlighting her dedication, hard work, and strength, and acknowledged the support of her husband Shantanu Moghe during her illness.

She had a two-decade-long career in the entertainment industry, starting with the 2011 Marathi show Char Divas Sasuche, and her last appearance was in the 2023 drama Tuzech Mi Geet Gaat Aahe.

 

 

Q.11. Which Payments Bank has announced the launch of India’s first savings account product “Savings Pro”, that will auto-invest idle money into overnight mutual funds?

किस पेमेंट्स बैंक ने भारत का पहला सेविंग्स अकाउंट प्रोडक्टसेविंग्स प्रोलॉन्च करने की घोषणा की है, जो निष्क्रिय धन को ओवरनाइट म्यूचुअल फंड्स में ऑटोइन्वेस्ट करेगा?

(a) Airtel Payments Bank

(b) India Post Payments Bank

(c) Paytm Payments Bank

(d) Jio Payments Bank

(e) NSDL Payments Bank

Answer & Explanation
Ans.11.(d)

Exp. Jio Payments Bank plans India’s 1st auto-investing savings account

Jio Payments Bank (JPB) plans to launch “Savings Pro”, India’s first product that will automatically invest idle savings account deposits into overnight mutual funds for better returns.

Currently, Jio Payments Bank offers only 2.5% savings interest (since June 2025), while overnight mutual funds typically provide 5–6% annualized returns with next-day liquidity.

The product aims to help customers earn higher returns seamlessly, without manually transferring money between savings accounts and mutual funds.

 

Q.12. INS Kadmatt recently arrived at which country to participate in its 50th Independence Day celebrations?

INS Kadmatt हाल ही में किस देश के 50वें स्वतंत्रता दिवस समारोह में भाग लेने पहुँचा?

(a) Fiji

(b) Papua New Guinea

(c) Indonesia

(d) Mauritius

(e) Seychelles

Answer & Explanation
Ans.12.(b)

Exp. INS Kadmatt Joins Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Day

INS Kadmatt reached Port Moresby to participate in Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Day celebrations, showcasing India–PNG friendship and maritime partnership.

The visit includes participation in the Independence Day Parade, cultural events, and naval cooperation with the PNG Defence Force in areas like maritime security and disaster relief.

This goodwill visit follows PM Modi’s 2023 PNG visit, reaffirming India’s Act East Policy and commitment to Indo-Pacific peace, stability, and defence cooperation.

 

 

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