Showing questions for August 14, 2025
- Total: 34 questions
Question 26 Aug 14, 2025
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Which natural disaster made landfall in Taiwan on Wednesday, prompting school and government office closures?
Typhoon PodulTyphoon Podul made landfall in Taitung county on Taiwan's east coast, bringing high winds and waves. Authorities closed schools and government offices to prepare for potential damage, particularly to agriculture in the southeast. The storm moved across the southern third of the island at about 36 km/h and was expected to exit into the Taiwan Strait and head toward China. Although heavy rain was anticipated, major rainfall had not yet occurred at the time of reporting. The Central Weather Administration continued to monitor the storm's impact and trajectory.
Question 27 Aug 14, 2025
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Where was the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple vandalized in the United States?
Greenwood, IndianaThe main signboard of the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Greenwood, Indiana, was defaced in a 'hateful act' condemned by the Indian Consulate in Chicago. The consulate called the incident 'reprehensible' and coordinated with local law enforcement for prompt action. This marks the fourth such attack on a BAPS temple in the US within a year, including a prior incident in California. The Consul General addressed a gathering with local leaders and the Mayor of Greenwood, urging unity and vigilance. The temple community affirmed that the attack strengthened their resolve against anti-religious behavior.
Question 28 Aug 14, 2025
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Who is scheduled to visit Berlin to join German Chancellor Friedrich Merz for talks ahead of the Trump-Putin summit?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr ZelenskyyUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to visit Berlin to participate in a series of virtual meetings convened by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. These discussions aim to ensure European and Ukrainian voices are heard ahead of the upcoming Trump-Putin summit, from which they have been excluded. Zelenskyy is first meeting with European leaders, followed by a virtual call with US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. A final call will involve the 'coalition of the willing'—nations ready to help enforce any future peace deal between Moscow and Kyiv. The move underscores European concerns over being sidelined in major geopolitical negotiations.
Question 29 Aug 14, 2025
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How many cartel figures were expelled by Mexico to the United States in a recent operation?
26Mexico recently expelled 26 high-ranking cartel figures to the United States in a major joint operation under pressure from the Trump administration to curb cross-border drug trafficking. Among those transferred is Abigael González Valencia, a leader of the 'Los Cuinis' group linked to the CJNG cartel, and Roberto Salazar, accused in a 2008 killing of a US law enforcement officer. The transfers followed a US Justice Department assurance that the death penalty would not be sought. This is the second such large-scale expulsion in months, reflecting intensified US-Mexico cooperation. Mexican authorities confirmed the operation, emphasizing its significance in dismantling criminal networks.
Question 30 Aug 14, 2025
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Within what timeframe has Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced the implementation of the National Sports Governance Bill?
Within the next six monthsThe Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya stated in an exclusive interview that the National Sports Governance Bill will be fully implemented within the next six months. He emphasized that preparatory work such as drafting rules and identifying infrastructure has already begun. The bill aims to bring about the most significant reform in Indian sports since independence. Key institutions like the National Sports Board, National Sports Tribunal, and National Sports Election Panel will be established as part of this reform. Mandaviya reiterated that all procedures will be completed to ensure 100 percent implementation within the stipulated timeframe.