Showing questions for April 04, 2025
- Total: 10 questions
Question 6 Apr 04, 2025
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Where will the 15th Senior Men’s Hockey Nationals be held?
JhansiThe 15th Senior Men’s Hockey Nationals will be hosted in Jhansi from April 4 to April 15, 2025. This edition features a record participation of 30 teams competing across three divisions, with a new promotion-relegation system introduced to increase competitiveness. The top 12 teams will compete in Division A, with quarterfinals beginning on April 12 and the final scheduled for April 15 at Major Dhyan Chand Stadium. Hosting this prestigious tournament positions Jhansi as a growing hub for sports in India and showcases its ability to organize national-level events effectively.
Question 7 Apr 04, 2025
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Which company launched a Sports Scholarship Initiative to support young Indian athletes?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation LimitedBharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has launched a Sports Scholarship Initiative aimed at nurturing young Indian talent in sports. Under this initiative, athletes aged between 13 and 25 receive monthly stipends, sports kits, and financial assistance for training and tournaments. The program covers various disciplines including cricket, hockey, tennis, and athletics. BPCL’s effort aligns with its corporate social responsibility goals and demonstrates its commitment to developing world-class athletes by removing financial barriers and encouraging excellence in sports at the grassroots level.
Question 8 Apr 04, 2025
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Which country launched the nuclear-powered submarine Perm, armed with the Zircon hypersonic cruise missile?
RussiaRussia successfully launched the nuclear-powered submarine 'Perm', equipped with the Zircon hypersonic cruise missile, from the Sevmash shipyard in Severodvinsk. This Yasen-M class submarine is the first of its kind to carry hypersonic missiles, marking a major leap in Russia’s naval capabilities. The Zircon missile can travel at speeds exceeding Mach 8 and is capable of evading most modern defense systems. The Perm is expected to join the Pacific Fleet by 2026, enhancing Russia’s strategic deterrence and power projection in the Indo-Pacific region.
Question 9 Apr 04, 2025
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Which Indian state has the highest number of solar installations at railway stations and service buildings?
RajasthanAs of February 2025, Rajasthan leads the nation with 275 solar installations across railway stations and service buildings. This makes Rajasthan a key contributor to Indian Railways' renewable energy targets. The state benefits from abundant sunlight and proactive government policies supporting clean energy initiatives. Overall, Indian Railways has installed 209 MW of solar capacity across 2,249 sites nationwide, with Rajasthan playing a central role in this green transition. These installations help reduce carbon emissions and operational costs while promoting sustainable infrastructure development.
Question 10 Apr 04, 2025
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When will the new ATM withdrawal fee of ₹23 per transaction come into effect?
May-01The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that the new ATM withdrawal fee of ₹23 per transaction will take effect from May 1, 2025. This charge applies to transactions beyond the free limit: 5 free withdrawals at own-bank ATMs per month, 3 at other banks in metro cities, and 5 in non-metro areas. The fee revision aims to offset rising maintenance and operational costs of ATMs, with the last adjustment having been made in 2021. Banks may choose to absorb or pass on this cost to customers depending on their policies.