Showing questions for April 19, 2025
- Total: 11 questions
Question 6 Apr 19, 2025
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Which country signed its first defence Memorandum of Understanding with India through the JCBL Group in April 2025?
SlovakiaSlovakia became the first nation to sign a defence Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with India through the JCBL Group during President Droupadi Murmu’s visit in April 2025. This partnership marks a milestone in India’s efforts to strengthen domestic defence manufacturing under the 'Make-in-India' initiative. The MoU enables co-development of next-generation combat vehicle technologies, with JCBL Group’s defence division, ADSL, spearheading the work. Slovakia will contribute advanced technologies, while manufacturing will occur in India, ensuring technology transfer and boosting local industry. The collaboration also aims to position India as a potential exporter in the global defence market, further enhancing strategic ties.
Question 7 Apr 19, 2025
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Who has become the first-ever brand ambassador from India for the French luxury brand Chanel?
Ananya PandayBollywood actress Ananya Panday has been appointed as the first-ever brand ambassador from India for the prestigious French luxury fashion house, Chanel. This milestone came shortly after she appeared at the Chanel Spring/Summer 2025 show in Paris, marking a significant moment in her fashion journey. Ananya’s association with Chanel adds to her growing portfolio of high-profile international brand endorsements, which already include names like Swarovski, Jimmy Choo, Lakmé, Beats, and Timex. Her rising global presence reflects both her personal style influence and the increasing recognition of Indian talent on international fashion platforms.
Question 8 Apr 19, 2025
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What milestone anniversary did BSE celebrate when the BSE 150 Index was launched?
150thBSE, recognized as Asia’s oldest stock exchange, marked its 150th anniversary with a significant development in India’s financial markets—the launch of the BSE 150 Index. This new benchmark index was introduced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to commemorate the exchange's historic legacy. The BSE 150 Index is designed to track the performance of the top 150 companies listed on the exchange, ranked by market capitalization and liquidity. This initiative reflects both the long-standing influence of BSE and its continued commitment to evolving with market trends, offering investors a broader and more insightful perspective on the Indian equity market.
Question 9 Apr 19, 2025
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Which coal PSU is set to become the first in India to adopt paste-fill technology for coal mining?
South Eastern Coalfields LimitedSouth Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) is pioneering a major shift in India’s coal mining sector by becoming the first public sector undertaking (PSU) to adopt paste fill technology. This advanced underground mining method is designed to enhance safety and reduce environmental damage by refilling mined-out areas with a paste made from waste materials. SECL has entered into a ₹7040 crore agreement with TMC Mineral Resources Private Limited to bring this technology into operation. The move signifies a forward-thinking approach to mining, blending industrial progress with sustainability, and positions SECL as a leader in environmentally responsible coal extraction.
Question 10 Apr 19, 2025
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Which Indian space agency is collaborating with NASA on the NISAR Earth observation mission scheduled for launch in June 2025?
ISROThe NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission represents a landmark partnership between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Scheduled for launch in June 2025, this Earth observation satellite will use advanced dual-frequency synthetic aperture radar to monitor key environmental changes such as ice sheet melting, forest cover dynamics, and seismic activity. The mission is designed to deliver highly precise data, capable of detecting surface changes as small as 1 cm, making it instrumental for tracking natural disasters and climate impacts. ISRO’s role in this collaboration includes contributing to the launch vehicle and vital payload components, reinforcing its global standing in space science.