Showing questions for September 02, 2025
- Total: 14 questions
Question 11 Sep 02, 2025
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Who has been appointed as the new Director General of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in September 2025?
Sanjay SinghalSanjay Singhal, a 1993-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, took charge as the new Director General of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) on September 1, 2025. The appointment was made official by the Union government on July 29, 2025, following the retirement of former DG A M Prasad. The SSB, which operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is responsible for guarding India’s borders with Nepal and Bhutan. Singhal was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour at the SSB headquarters in Delhi’s R K Puram area upon assuming office. He has previously served in key roles in UP, ITBP, and BSF, bringing extensive experience in border and internal security.
Question 12 Sep 02, 2025
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What major initiative did Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announce for farmers in early September 2025?
Creation of a single dedicated portal for farmers' complaintsIn a high-level meeting, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan directed officials to create a unified, dedicated portal for farmers to register complaints, suggestions, and seek assistance. This initiative aims to replace multiple existing portals to enhance convenience and ensure faster resolution of issues such as those related to spurious seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides. The minister emphasized that no delay should occur in resolving farmers’ grievances and committed to personally reviewing the complaints. This move is part of a broader effort to strengthen farmer support systems and protect them from exploitation by unscrupulous vendors. The portal will streamline redressal mechanisms and improve transparency in agricultural governance.
Question 13 Sep 02, 2025
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Which company has entered into a strategic partnership with China’s CALB Group to develop next-generation batteries in India?
Ashok LeylandAshok Leyland, the Hinduja Group’s flagship commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced a long-term exclusive partnership with China’s CALB Group to localize battery production in India. This collaboration supports the development of batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems, aligning with the government’s vision for a sustainable green economy. The company plans to invest over ₹5,000 crore over the next 7–10 years to build a localized battery supply chain. This initiative aims to accelerate India’s EV adoption and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. The partnership was signed by Ashok Leyland’s MD Shenu Agarwal and CALB’s CEO Jacky Liu, in the presence of sustainability leaders from the Hinduja Group.
Question 14 Sep 02, 2025
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What benefit will SBI Railway Salary Package account holders receive under the new MoU signed in September 2025?
₹1 crore accidental death insurance without premiumAn MoU signed between Indian Railways and the State Bank of India (SBI) provides ₹1 crore accidental death insurance coverage to railway employees holding SBI salary accounts, without any premium. The benefit applies both on and off duty, significantly enhancing financial security for dependents. Currently, CGEGIS offers only ₹30,000 for Group C employees, which is considered inadequate. The new scheme also includes additional perks like discounted loans, zero balance accounts, free ATM transactions, and airport lounge access. The agreement was signed in the presence of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and is voluntary, with plans to extend similar benefits through other banks.