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Q.1. The Ministry of Finance has allowed 100% FDI in the insurance sector under the automatic route, with approval and oversight by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India. The FDI limit was increased to 100% through which legislation?
Exp. Finance Ministry Allows 100% FDI in Insurance Sector Under Automatic Route
The Ministry of Finance has allowed 100% FDI in the insurance sector under the automatic route, with approval and oversight by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India.
The reform follows the passage of the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill, 2025, which raised the FDI limit from 74% to 100%.
While insurance intermediaries can have 100% FDI, foreign investment in Life Insurance Corporation of India remains capped at 20% under existing provisions.
Q.2. Which private sector bank in India has launched its first digital locker-focused branch to enhance secure banking services?
Exp. Axis Bank Launches First Digital Locker-Focused Branch in New Delhi
Axis Bank has inaugurated its first digital locker-focused branch at DLF Midtown Plaza, marking a new step in secure banking innovation.
The branch integrates advanced automation, high-end security, and technology-enabled locker services to enhance customer convenience and privacy.
This initiative strengthens the bank’s presence in urban areas by offering a compact, tech-driven branch model with premium locker facilities for modern customers.
Q.3. Consider the following statements regarding the 2026 World Press Freedom Index:
Exp. India Ranks 157th in 2026 World Press Freedom Index, Falls Six Places
India ranked 157th out of 180 countries in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, released by Reporters Without Borders, and was placed in the “very serious” category.
India’s rank fell from 151 in 2025 to 157 in 2026, though it improved compared to its 159th position in 2024.
Norway topped the index for the 10th consecutive year, while Eritrea ranked last for the third straight year.
The index evaluates countries based on factors like media independence, pluralism, legal framework, transparency, safety, and self-censorship.
Recent index
World Happiness Report 2026 – India at 116th; Topped by Finland; Bottom most Afghanistan 147th
Corruption Perceptions Index 2025 – India (91st); Denamrk (1st), Finland (2nd), Singapore (3rd)
Henley Passport Index 2026 – 1st Singapore; 2nd Japan and South Korea; 80th India
World’s Strongest Passport for 2025 – 1st UAE, 2nd Singapore and Spain, 67th India
Q.4. The Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2026 evaluated 929 universities across 36 countries, with China dominating the top positions. Which country has the highest number of institutions in the THE Asia University Rankings 2026?
टाइम्सहायरएजुकेशन (THE) एशियायूनिवर्सिटीरैंकिंग 2026 में 36 देशोंकी 929 यूनिवर्सिटीकोइवैल्यूएटकियागया, जिसमेंचीनटॉपपोजीशनपररहा। THE एशियायूनिवर्सिटीरैंकिंग 2026 मेंकिसदेशमेंसबसेज़्यादाइंस्टिट्यूशनहैं?
(a) China
(b) Japan
(c) Turkey
(d) India
(e) South Korea
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(d).
Exp. India Tops Representation in THE Asia University Rankings 2026; IISc Bengaluru Ranks 43rd
The Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2026 evaluated 929 universities across 36 countries, with China dominating the top positions.
India is the most-represented nation with 128 institutions, followed by Japan (115) and Turkey (109).
Indian Institute of Science (IISc Bengaluru) is the highest-ranked Indian institute, securing the 43rd position.
Q.5. How many antiquities were officially returned by the United States to India as part of a cultural repatriation effort?
Exp. United States Returns 657 Antiquities Worth $14 Million to India
The United States has returned 657 antiquities worth nearly USD 14 million to India, strengthening cultural heritage cooperation between the two countries.
The returned items include a sandstone figure of a dancing Lord Ganesha stolen from a temple in Madhya Pradesh in 2000.
Among the key artifacts is a USD 2 million bronze statue of Avalokiteshvara, originally part of a hoard discovered near the Lakshmana Temple and later housed in the Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum.
Q.6. Who has been appointed as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati?
प्रसारभारतीकेअध्यक्षकेरूपमेंकिसेनियुक्तकियागयाहै?
(a) Gulzar
(b) Prasoon Joshi
(c) Shraddha Joshi Raj
(d) Javed Akhtar
(e) Shankar Mahadevan
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(b).
Exp. Prasoon Joshi Appointed Chairman of Prasar Bharati
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has appointed Prasoon Joshi as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati.
He has previously served as the Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
About Prasar Bharati
Formed- 23 November 1997
Headquarters- New Delhi
Ministry- Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Q.7. Which national team won the Uber Cup 2026, a prestigious women’s team badminton championship?
महिलाटीमबैडमिंटनकीप्रतिष्ठितप्रतियोगिता Uber Cup 2026 किसराष्ट्रीयटीमनेजीती?
(a) China
(b) Japan
(c) Thailand
(d) South Korea
(e) Indonesia
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(d).
Exp. South Korea Defeats China 3-1 to Win Uber Cup 2026
South Korea national badminton team defeated defending champions China national badminton team by 3-1 to win the Uber Cup 2026, securing their third title in the tournament.
This victory marks South Korea’s third Uber Cup triumph, strengthening its position in women’s team badminton at the global level.
Earlier, South Korea had also won the title in 2010 (Kuala Lumpur) and 2022 (Bangkok), with both victories coming against China.
Q.8. Which team won the Thomas Cup 2026 in men’s team badminton?
पुरुषटीमबैडमिंटनमें Thomas Cup 2026 किसटीमनेजीता?
(a) France
(b) Japan
(c) Indonesia
(d) China
(e) India
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(d).
Exp. China Retains Thomas Cup 2026 Title, Wins 13th Crown
China’s national badminton team retained the Thomas Cup 2026 title in men’s team badminton by defeating France national badminton team in the final.
This marks China’s 13th Thomas Cup title and a back-to-back victory after winning in 2024 and 2026.
India national badminton team secured the bronze medal in Thomas Cup 2026 after losing 0–3 to France in the semi-final.
Q.9. Which country won the Thomas Cup 2026 in men’s team badminton?
पुरुषटीमबैडमिंटनमें Thomas Cup 2026 किसदेशनेजीता?
(a) Japan
(b) Indonesia
(c) Denmark
(d) China
(e) India
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(d).
Exp. China Retains Thomas Cup 2026 Title, Wins 13th Crown
China’s national badminton team retained the Thomas Cup 2026 title in men’s team badminton by defeating France national badminton team in the final.
This marks China’s 13th Thomas Cup title and a back-to-back victory after winning in 2024 and 2026.
India national badminton team secured the bronze medal in Thomas Cup 2026 after losing 0–3 to France in the semi-final.
Q.10. Who won the Madrid Open 2026 women’s singles title? Madrid Open 2026 महिलाएकलखिताबकिसनेजीता?
(a) Iga Swiatek
(b) Aryna Sabalenka
(c) Coco Gauff
(d) Marta Kostyuk
(e) Ons Jabeur
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(d).
Exp. Marta Kostyuk Wins Madrid Open 2026, Defeats Mirra Andreeva to Claim Biggest Career Title
Marta Kostyuk won the Madrid Open 2026 (WTA 1000 title), defeating world No. 8 Mirra Andreeva 6–3, 7–5 in the women’s singles final, marking the biggest title of her career.
With this victory, Kostyuk is set to rise from world No. 23 to a career-high No. 15 in the WTA rankings and has also strengthened her position ahead of the upcoming French Open 2026 in Paris.
Q.11. Seven-year-old Ishank Singh became the youngest swimmer to cross the Palk Strait, covering a 29-km distance. Ishank Singh belongs to which state?
सातसालकेइशांकसिंह 29 km कीदूरीतयकरकेपाकस्ट्रेटपारकरनेवालेसबसेकमउम्रकेतैराकबनगए।इशांकसिंहकिसराज्यसेहैं?
(a) Bihar
(b) Odisha
(c) West Bengal
(d) Jharkhand
(e) Uttar Pradesh
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(d).
Exp. 7-Year-Old Ishank Singh Becomes Youngest to Cross Palk Strait
Seven-year-old Ishank Singh from Ranchi, Jharkand became the youngest swimmer to cross the Palk Strait, covering a 29-km distance.
He completed the swim from Talaimannar to Dhanushkodi in 9 hours 50 minutes, setting a record for his age group.
His achievement under “Mission Samandar” was officially recognised by the Universal Records Forum.
Q.12. Who won the Mutua Madrid Open 2026 men’s singles title?
मटुआमैड्रिडओपन 2026 पुरुषएकलकाखिताबकिसनेजीता?
(a) Carlos Alcaraz
(b) Novak Djokovic
(c) Daniil Medvedev
(d) Jannik Sinner
(e) Alexander Zverev
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(d).
Exp. Jannik Sinner Wins Madrid Open 2026
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev to win the Mutua Madrid Open 2026 men’s singles title with a dominant performance.
With this victory, Sinner created history by becoming the first player since 1990 to win five consecutive ATP Masters 1000 titles.
This win also marked his 9th ATP Masters 1000 title, further strengthening his dominance in men’s tennis.
Q.13. Which edition of the CINBAX exercise is being conducted in Cambodia in May 2026?
Exp. Indian Army Departs for CINBAX 2nd Edition Military Exercise in Cambodia
The Indian Army has departed for the second edition of the bilateral military exercise CINBAX, which will be conducted in Cambodia.
The exercise will be held at the Techo Sen Phnom Thom Mreas Training Centre (Camp Basil) located in Kampong Speu province, focusing on strengthening military cooperation between the two countries.
Recent Exercise
7th edition of Joint Military Exercise ‘DUSTLIK’ between India–Uzbekistan – Gurumsaray Training Area, Uzbekistan.
16th edition of Joint Special Forces Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR between India and USA – Bakloh Himachal Pradesh
7th edition of Joint Military Exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ between India and Japan – Uttarakhand
13th edition of joint military Exercise KHANJAR between India and Kyrgyzstan – Misamari in Sonitpur district of Assam.
Q.14. Which company launched Mission Drishti, the world’s first OptoSAR satellite?
Exp. Four-Time Paralympic Champion and Former F1 Driver Alex Zanardi Passes Away
Alex Zanardi, a four-time Paralympic gold medallist and former Formula 1 driver, has passed away.
In para-cycling, he won four Paralympic gold medals—two at the London 2012 Paralympics and two at the Rio 2016 Paralympics.
He was born in Bologna and is remembered as an inspirational figure in both motorsport and para-sports.
Q.16. Indian conservationist Parveen Shaikh has been honoured with the prestigious Whitley Award 2026 for her efforts to protect the endangered Indian skimmer through a community-led conservation model. The Whitley Award is commonly known by which nickname?
Exp. Parveen Shaikh Wins Whitley Award 2026 for Protecting Indian skimmer
Indian conservationist Parveen Shaikh has been honoured with the prestigious Whitley Award 2026 for her efforts to protect the endangered Indian skimmer through a community-led conservation model.
The recognition highlights the growing importance of grassroots initiatives in safeguarding biodiversity, particularly along India’s river ecosystems.
The Whitley Award, often referred to as the “Green Oscars,” is conferred by a UK-based charity to individuals demonstrating outstanding work in wildlife conservation.
