Showing questions for July 15, 2025
- Total: 26 questions
Question 6 Jul 15, 2025
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What is the new inflation rate in India for June 2025, as reported by the National Statistics Office?
2.10%The Consumer Price Index-based inflation declined to 2.1% in June 2025, marking a six-year low. This drop is attributed to favorable monsoon conditions and reduced prices of vegetables, pulses, meat, fish, cereals, sugar, milk, and spices. The previous low was recorded in January 2019 at 1.97%. This decline brings inflation closer to the Reserve Bank of India's comfort zone.
Question 7 Jul 15, 2025
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Who has been appointed as the new Governor of Goa?
Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi RajuPusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, a senior leader from the Telugu Desam Party and former Union Minister of Civil Aviation, has been appointed as the new Governor of Goa by President Droupadi Murmu. He replaces P S Sreedharan Pillai. His tenure will begin once he assumes office. He is known for his role in promoting regional connectivity through schemes like UDAN.
Question 8 Jul 15, 2025
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Which country’s dairy sector opening could lead to an annual loss of ₹1.03 lakh crore to Indian farmers, according to an SBI report?
United StatesAn SBI report warns that opening India’s dairy sector to imports from the United States could cause an annual loss of ₹1.03 lakh crore to Indian dairy farmers due to heavily subsidized US dairy products. This would result in a potential 15% drop in milk prices in India. The dairy industry contributes significantly to India’s rural economy, employing around 8 crore people directly.
Question 9 Jul 15, 2025
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Which Indian state's Chief Minister scaled a locked gate at Naqshband Sahib graveyard to pay tribute to martyrs amid police restrictions in July 2025?
Jammu and KashmirIn July 2025, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah defied police blockades by climbing over the locked gates of the Naqshband Sahib graveyard in Srinagar to honor the martyrs of the 1931 uprising. This act was widely covered on social media and sparked discussions about democratic rights and freedom of expression. Opposition leaders like West Bengal’s Mamata Banerjee criticized the administration for restricting elected officials. The incident occurred after political leaders were reportedly confined to their homes to prevent them from attending the Martyrs' Day tribute on July 13.
Question 10 Jul 15, 2025
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What action did the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) direct Indian airlines to complete regarding Boeing aircraft fuel switches by July 21, 2025?
Inspection of fuel switch locking systemIn response to concerns following an Air India crash investigation, the DGCA ordered Indian airlines to inspect the fuel switch locking system in Boeing 787 and 737 aircraft by July 21, 2025. The directive applied to domestic carriers such as Air India, Akasa Air, SpiceJet, and Air India Express. IndiGo’s leased planes were exempt as they are not registered in India. The preliminary report of the crash indicated that fuel supply to both engines was cut off shortly after takeoff, leading to pilot confusion and loss of thrust. Airlines worldwide, including Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines, have also initiated similar inspections.