Showing questions for September 01, 2025
- Total: 20 questions
Question 16 Sep 01, 2025
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Norway has decided to purchase a fleet of frigates for its navy amid growing security concerns. Which country will supply these warships?
United KingdomNorway has chosen to buy five or six frigates from the United Kingdom, despite competition from the US, Germany, and France. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre cited the serious security situation since World War II, particularly due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, as a key reason for the decision. He emphasized the close alliance and shared interests between Norway and the UK. The acquisition is part of Norway’s broader defense modernization to strengthen its naval capabilities in the North Atlantic and Arctic regions. This decision marks a significant defense partnership between two NATO allies facing heightened regional threats.
Question 17 Sep 01, 2025
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Who won the men’s race at the debut Sydney Marathon with a record time of 2:06:06, setting the fastest marathon time in Australia?
Hailemaryam KirosHailemaryam Kiros of Ethiopia won the men’s race at the inaugural Sydney Marathon, completing the course in 2 hours, 6 minutes, and 6 seconds. This time set a new record for the fastest marathon ever run in Australia, surpassing the previous best by over a minute. Kiros broke away from a lead pack and engaged in a final duel with compatriot Addisu Gobena, finishing 10 seconds ahead. The hilly harborside course attracted 35,000 runners, and Kiros’s performance marked a historic moment in Australian marathon history. His victory highlights Ethiopia’s continued dominance in long-distance running events.
Question 18 Sep 01, 2025
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Which Indian badminton pair won a bronze medal at the 2025 Badminton World Championships after losing in the men’s doubles semifinals to China’s Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi?
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag ShettySatwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured a bronze medal at the 2025 Badminton World Championships after narrowly losing to China’s 11th-seeded pair Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi in the semifinals. The match ended 19-21, 21-18, 12-21 in a 67-minute battle. This marks their second World Championships bronze, the first being in 2022. Despite a strong start and winning the second set, they faltered in the third, losing 21-12. Their consistent season included semifinal appearances at the Malaysia and India Opens, though injuries and personal challenges affected their form.
Question 19 Sep 01, 2025
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Who scored a brace of penalty corner goals to help India defeat Japan 3-2 and qualify for the Super Four stage of the 2025 Men's Asia Cup in hockey?
Harmanpreet SinghHarmanpreet Singh scored two crucial penalty corner goals (in the 5th and 46th minutes) to lead India to a 3-2 victory over Japan in the Men's Asia Cup. Mandeep Singh added a field goal, while Japan’s Kosei Kawabe scored both their goals. This win ensured India topped Pool A with six points from two wins. It was a significant improvement in coordination and pace compared to their previous match. Goalkeeper Krishan Bahadur Pathak also celebrated his 150th international cap with key saves, including stopping two early penalty corners.
Question 20 Sep 01, 2025
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Which Indian cricketer scored a double century (204 off 223 balls) to guide North Zone into the Duleep Trophy semifinals based on first innings lead?
Ayush BadoniAyush Badoni scored a fluent 204 off 223 balls to propel North Zone to a massive total of 658 for four, securing a 833-run first innings lead over East Zone. His innings was instrumental in North Zone’s comfortable progression to the semifinals, as the quarterfinal ended in a draw. Badoni reached his double hundred in 222 balls, including a six to reach 99 and a boundary for the milestone. He shared key partnerships, including 150 with Ankit Kumar and 157 with Nishant Sindhu. This was his second first-class double century, showcasing his growing dominance in domestic cricket.