Showing questions for July 29, 2025
- Total: 28 questions
Question 1 Jul 29, 2025
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Which Indian chess player became the youngest winner of the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 by defeating Koneru Humpy in tiebreaks?
Divya DeshmukhDivya Deshmukh, a 19-year-old from Nagpur, won the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 by defeating seasoned player Koneru Humpy in the tiebreakers after two classical games ended in draws. This victory not only earned her the prestigious title but also granted her the Grandmaster (GM) status, a rare achievement for such a young player. She became the fourth Indian woman to achieve the GM title, following Humpy, Dronavalli Harika, and R Vaishali. Her win was emotionally overwhelming and marked a historic moment in Indian chess. The tournament took place in Batumi, Georgia, and showcased India's rising dominance in women's chess.
Question 2 Jul 29, 2025
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Which documents did the Supreme Court rule could continue to be accepted for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar?
Aadhaar and EPIC cardsThe Supreme Court, in a bench led by Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi, ruled that Aadhaar and EPIC (voter ID) cards could continue to be accepted for the SIR exercise in Bihar due to their 'presumption of genuineness'. The court rejected calls for an interim stay on the publication of draft electoral rolls, emphasizing that these documents have greater authenticity compared to ration cards, which are more prone to forgery. The Election Commission was allowed to proceed with the revision process. The court assured that if any illegality was found later, it would quash the entire process. This decision reinforced the credibility of biometric and electoral identification systems in India.
Question 3 Jul 29, 2025
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What caused the stampede at the Av Shaneshwara temple in Barabanki that resulted in two deaths and 32 injuries?
Live electric wire falling due to monkeysThe stampede at the Av Shaneshwara temple in Barabanki occurred when a live electric wire, broken by monkeys, fell onto a tin shed where devotees were gathered during the Shravan month for 'jalabhishek'. The electric current spread across the shed, causing electrocution and triggering panic among the crowd. This led to a stampede, resulting in two deaths and injuries to 32 others. The victims were undergoing rituals when the incident happened, highlighting the risks of inadequate electrical safety in public religious spaces. DGP Rajeev Krishna confirmed that electrocution was the primary cause of the casualties.
Question 4 Jul 29, 2025
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What did the Supreme Court take suo motu cognisance of regarding a media report on dog bites in Delhi?
Rabies cases from stray dog attacksThe Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of a media report published in the Times of India about a six-year-old girl's death due to a rabid dog bite in Delhi. The bench, comprising Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan, called the report 'very disturbing and alarming' due to the high number of daily dog bite incidents leading to rabies. The court highlighted that children and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to this deadly disease. It emphasized the need for urgent government action to control the stray dog population and improve vaccination drives. The suo motu case was initiated to ensure accountability and public health safety in the national capital.
Question 5 Jul 29, 2025
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Which court dismissed Ilaiyaraaja's plea to transfer his copyright dispute from Bombay High Court to Madras High Court?
Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court of India dismissed legendary music composer Ilaiyaraaja's plea seeking the transfer of a copyright case involving over 500 musical compositions from the Bombay High Court to the Madras High Court. The bench, comprising Chief Justice BR Gavai and Justices K Vinod Chandran and NV Anjaria, upheld the jurisdiction of the Bombay High Court. Sony Music Entertainment had originally filed the lawsuit in 2022 in Bombay, claiming rights to 536 musical works through prior agreements with Oriental Records and Echo Recording. Ilaiyaraaja's company, IMMPL, argued that 310 of these works were already under judicial scrutiny in a parallel case in Madras HC, but the Supreme Court did not find grounds for transfer. The matter remains pending in Bombay High Court.