Showing questions for September 01, 2025
- Total: 20 questions
Question 1 Sep 01, 2025
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Who celebrated Onam with the Malayali community at the 'Chief Minister’s Seva Sadan' in New Delhi on September 1, 2025?
Rekha GuptaDelhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta celebrated the festival of Onam with the Malayali community at the 'Chief Minister’s Seva Sadan' with great enthusiasm. She participated in traditional dance performances and personally served authentic Onam delicacies to guests. In her address, she expressed pride in hosting the community and emphasized inclusivity and belonging. The event highlighted the government's commitment to celebrating cultural diversity. This gesture was widely appreciated by the Malayali community in Delhi.
Question 2 Sep 01, 2025
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What major announcement did Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta make for traders ahead of Diwali in 2025?
`1,600 crore in GST refunds will be released before DiwaliChief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the release of nearly `1,600 crore in pending GST refunds to traders before Diwali. These refunds, pending since 2019, will be processed using a new IT module developed with IIT-Hyderabad, ensuring faster, transparent, and automated verification. The move aims to improve liquidity, reduce litigation, and boost economic growth. The decision was taken during a special meeting with senior GST officials. Traders and CAIT hailed it as a historic and bold step towards trader welfare.
Question 3 Sep 01, 2025
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With which institution did the Delhi GST Department collaborate to develop a new IT module for expediting refund processing?
IIT-HyderabadThe Delhi GST Department collaborated with IIT-Hyderabad to develop a new IT module based on data analytics, automation, and expedited verification. This system aims to fast-track the processing of nearly `1,600 crore in pending GST refunds. The technology-driven approach ensures transparency and efficiency in handling refund applications. It addresses long-standing delays caused by manual processing under the previous government. This collaboration reflects the current administration's focus on innovation and digital governance.
Question 4 Sep 01, 2025
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According to the MoRTH 'Road Accidents in India 2023' report, which city recorded the highest number of road accidents and fatalities among million-plus cities?
DelhiThe Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) report 'Road Accidents in India 2023' revealed that Delhi had the highest number of road accidents and fatalities among all million-plus cities in India. It recorded 549 two-wheeler-related deaths alone, the highest in the country. Over-speeding was the primary cause, contributing to 68.4% of accidents nationally. Systemic issues like poor enforcement, flawed road design, and lack of awareness were identified. The report calls for urgent, multi-pronged safety reforms in the capital.
Question 5 Sep 01, 2025
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Which Indian non-profit organisation received the Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2025 for its work in educating out-of-school girls in rural areas?
Educate GirlsThe Ramon Magsaysay Award is often regarded as Asia's Nobel Prize, recognizing individuals and organisations for their selfless service and transformative leadership. In 2025, 'Educate Girls', an Indian non-profit dedicated to promoting girls' education in remote villages, was honored with this prestigious award. The organisation has made significant strides in enrolling and retaining girls in schools, especially in regions with deep-rooted gender disparities in education. Their community-driven model and data-backed interventions have led to measurable improvements in literacy and gender equity. This recognition highlights India's growing impact in social development through grassroots initiatives.