Showing questions for August 18, 2025
- Total: 35 questions
Question 16 Aug 18, 2025
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How much money did the cyber fraud syndicate busted in Vikaspuri allegedly defraud from victims?
₹85 lakhDelhi Police busted an illegal call centre in Vikaspuri, arresting six cybercriminals who defrauded nearly ₹85 lakh from multiple victims. The gang posed as technical support from a private bank, targeting new credit card holders under the pretext of PIN generation and credit limit enhancement. They tricked victims into downloading malicious APK files to gain access to OTPs and banking details. A total of 95 complaints were registered on the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) against the numbers used by the gang. The mastermind, Vijay Kumar Sharma, had technical and legal qualifications and orchestrated the fraud using mule accounts and fake SIMs.
Question 17 Aug 18, 2025
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Who has been nominated as the NDA's Vice Presidential candidate in August 2025?
CP RadhakrishnanCP Radhakrishnan, a veteran BJP leader and former Governor of Jharkhand and Maharashtra, was nominated as the NDA's Vice Presidential candidate. He is a two-time former MP from Coimbatore and has held key positions including Tamil Nadu BJP President. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised his dedication, intellect, and grassroots work in Tamil Nadu. The BJP’s Parliamentary Board, chaired by PM Modi, approved his candidature. His nomination is also seen as a strategic move to strengthen BJP's presence in Tamil Nadu ahead of state elections.
Question 18 Aug 18, 2025
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What is the main objective of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls as stated by the Election Commission?
To correct discrepancies in voter lists before electionsThe Election Commission, through CEC Gyanesh Kumar, emphasized that SIR is a legal duty to ensure accurate and updated electoral rolls ahead of elections. It addresses issues like multiple voter entries due to migration. The EC clarified that SIR is not hurried and is being conducted transparently with stakeholder participation. Over three lakh duplicate voter IDs have already been corrected. The process includes video validation and field-level transparency to prevent misinformation.
Question 19 Aug 18, 2025
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Which Indian astronaut returned from the Axiom-4 mission and was mentioned by PM Modi in his Independence Day speech?
Shubhanshu ShuklaGroup Captain Shubhanshu Shukla participated in the Axiom-4 private space mission, launched on June 25, 2025, and spent 18 days aboard the International Space Station. He conducted over 60 experiments and 20 outreach sessions with fellow astronauts from the US, Poland, and Hungary. PM Modi mentioned his return during the Red Fort address, highlighting India’s growing space capabilities. Shukla received a hero’s welcome upon returning to India on July 15 and shared emotional reflections on social media. His mission symbolizes India’s expanding role in international space exploration.
Question 20 Aug 18, 2025
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Why did PM Modi criticize the opposition parties during his recent speech?
For maintaining regressive laws like jailing sanitation workers for missing workPM Modi highlighted a clause in the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957, which allowed sanitation workers to be jailed for a month if they missed work without prior notice. He used this example to accuse opposition parties of historically betraying social justice despite now championing it. He emphasized that such unjust laws have been identified and repealed by the current government. This criticism aligns with his broader narrative of reforming outdated legal frameworks. He also linked it to honoring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s vision for equality.