Showing questions for July 08, 2025
- Total: 31 questions
Question 6 Jul 08, 2025
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the BRICS summit and emphasized which approach for India's BRICS presidency?
Humanity firstPrime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that India's BRICS presidency next year will have a 'humanity first' approach. He mentioned that developed nations have a special responsibility in bridging the gap between climate ambition and financing. Modi also highlighted India's commitment to climate justice as a moral duty.
Question 7 Jul 08, 2025
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What did Defence Minister Rajnath Singh describe as an 'illusion' during his address at the Controllers’ Conference of the Defence Accounts Department?
Peace timeDefence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that 'peace time is nothing but an illusion,' urging India to remain prepared for uncertainty even during periods of relative calm. He highlighted the importance of operational readiness and the need to adapt financial processes to meet sudden developments. His remarks underscored the necessity of maintaining vigilance and strategic preparedness in the face of global unpredictability.
Question 8 Jul 08, 2025
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How many candidates were selected in the first round of the National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) Scheme for the 2025-26 cycle?
106In the first round of the National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) Scheme for the 2025–26 cycle, 106 candidates were selected. Out of these, the top 40 received provisional award letters immediately, while the remaining 66 were to be considered later depending on fund availability. A total of 440 applications were received, with many rejected due to incomplete documentation or failure to meet eligibility criteria.
Question 9 Jul 08, 2025
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Which Japanese ship arrived at Chennai Port for a week-long visit and bilateral engagements with the Indian Coast Guard?
ItsukushimaThe Japan Coast Guard ship 'Itsukushima' arrived at Chennai Port for a week-long visit, engaging in professional and cultural exchanges with the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). This included participation in a joint sea exercise named 'Exercise Jaa Mata' and mutual port calls. The visit aimed to strengthen maritime cooperation between the two nations under India’s SAGAR vision and the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative.
Question 10 Jul 08, 2025
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Which three rivers in Assam are reported to be in a severe flood condition according to the Central Water Commission (CWC)?
Dhansiri (South), Dikhow, and BrahmaputraAccording to the daily flood bulletin issued by the Central Water Commission (CWC), the Dhansiri (South) River in Golaghat and Numaligarh, and the Dikhow River in Sivasagar, Assam, were in a severe flood condition. In total, seven rivers in Assam breached warning levels at multiple sites, contributing to the worsening flood situation in the region.