Showing questions for August 14, 2025
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Question 16 Aug 14, 2025
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What is the total number of roads closed in Himachal Pradesh due to heavy rains as of August 14, 2025?
328As of August 14, 2025, a total of 328 roads, including two national highways (NH-305 and NH-505), were closed in Himachal Pradesh due to ongoing rains. The State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) reported that 180 roads were closed in Mandi district and 74 in Kullu district. The closures caused significant inconvenience to school-going children and office-goers, with some forced to walk due to fallen trees blocking roads. The local Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rains in Chamba, Kangra, and Mandi, and a yellow alert for other districts. The state has already suffered losses worth ₹2,018 crore and 125 deaths due to rain-related incidents this monsoon season.
Question 17 Aug 14, 2025
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How many new voter registration forms (Form 16) were received by the Election Commission in Bihar as of August 13, 2025?
74,525The Election Commission of India (ECI) reported receiving 74,525 Form 16 applications from new voters in Bihar who have attained the age of 18 and above. This data was released on August 13, 2025, during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls. Notably, no political party had filed any claims or objections regarding the draft voter list between August 1 and August 13. The draft electoral roll was published on August 1, 2025, and the deadline for filing claims and objections is September 1, 2025. The ECI emphasized cooperation with political parties to ensure an accurate and error-free electoral roll.
Question 18 Aug 14, 2025
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Who has been named as the main accused in the murder case of former DGP Om Prakash in Bengaluru?
PallaviPallavi, the wife of former DGP Om Prakash, has been named as the main accused in the 1,150-page chargesheet filed by the Central Crime Branch (CCB) of Bengaluru. The murder allegedly occurred on April 20 at Prakash’s residence in HSR Layout. The Karnataka government transferred the investigation to the CCB due to the high-profile nature of the case. While their daughter Kriti was initially suspected, she was exonerated due to lack of evidence and was not included in the chargesheet. Pallavi remains in judicial custody, and the case has drawn nationwide attention due to the victim’s senior position in the police force.
Question 19 Aug 14, 2025
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What disease was detected in a deer at the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park in Pune, leading to the death of 16 deer?
Malignant Catarrhal FeverMalignant Catarrhal Fever (MCF), a severe and often fatal viral disease affecting ruminants like deer, cattle, and bison, was detected in samples from a deer that died at the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park in Pune. Between July 10 and July 16, 2025, 16 deer died at the zoo, prompting authorities to send samples to high-security labs, including ICAR institutes in Bhubaneswar and Bhopal. The civic authorities have directed the zoo to take preventive measures to protect other animals. MCF is known to spread through close contact and can cause high mortality in susceptible species. This outbreak has raised concerns about biosecurity and animal health management in zoological parks.
Question 20 Aug 14, 2025
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What was the outcome of the attempted bomb scare involving Mukesh Ambani’s residence a few years ago, as per the report?
A known police officer was arrested and the Mumbai Police Commissioner lost his jobA car loaded with 20 gelignite sticks was found near Mukesh Ambani’s house, accompanied by a threatening note indicating a prelude to further violence. This led to a major investigation, resulting in the arrest of a known police officer. The then Mumbai Police Commissioner was removed from his post after alleging the plot was orchestrated by the Maharashtra Home Minister. The incident exposed deep political and law enforcement entanglements, revealing 'wheels within wheels' in the conspiracy. It also reinforced the need for high-level security, leading to Ambani being granted Z+ protection.