Showing questions for September 07, 2025
- Total: 19 questions
Question 1 Sep 07, 2025
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Which river in Delhi receded marginally but continued to flow above the danger mark on September 7, 2025?
YamunaThe Yamuna river in Delhi receded slightly to 206.47 metres at the Old Railway Bridge, down from 207 metres, but remained above the danger level of 205.33 metres. Despite the drop, several areas like Civil Lines, Kashmere Gate ISBT, and Yamuna Bazaar remained flooded. The flood control department attributed the high water levels to massive discharges from Hathnikund and Wazirabad barrages. The warning mark for Delhi is 204.50 metres, and evacuation begins when the level hits 206 metres. Authorities continued monitoring the situation closely as floodwaters persisted.
Question 2 Sep 07, 2025
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What action was taken by the Union Territory Administration following the defacement of the Ashoka Emblem at Hazratbal Shrine in Srinagar?
FIR was registeredAn FIR was registered under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including charges related to disturbing religious assemblies, intentional insults, rioting, causing wrongful loss, and criminal conspiracy. The incident occurred on Friday at the revered Hazratbal Shrine in Srinagar, sparking political and public outrage. Authorities began identifying the accused using video footage and launched a crackdown against those involved. The case was filed at Nigeen police station under FIR number 76 of 2025. This incident has drawn widespread criticism due to the national emblem's symbolic importance.
Question 3 Sep 07, 2025
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According to the Canadian Finance Ministry’s 2025 report, how are Khalistani extremist groups reportedly raising funds?
Through Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs)The Canadian government’s 2025 Assessment of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks highlights that Khalistani extremist groups like Babbar Khalsa International and the International Sikh Youth Federation are exploiting charitable organisations to raise funds. These groups solicit donations from diaspora communities, often using Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) as conduits for financial support. Law enforcement agencies have observed that such networks have evolved from structured systems to fragmented but loyal individual supporters. The report places these groups in the same category as designated terrorist organisations like Hamas and Hezbollah, underscoring the seriousness of the threat.
Question 4 Sep 07, 2025
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What was the reason given by US President Donald Trump for imposing a 50% tariff on Indian goods?
India’s purchase of discounted Russian crude oilPresident Trump expressed disappointment over India’s continued import of discounted Russian crude oil, which he cited as the reason for doubling tariffs on Indian goods to 50%. He stated this during a White House briefing, emphasizing his disapproval despite maintaining personal respect for PM Modi. India condemned the tariff hike as 'unfair, unjustified and unreasonable'. The move has strained bilateral trade relations, even as both leaders reaffirmed their strategic partnership. Trump also referenced India’s engagement with Russia and China during the SCO summit as a concern.
Question 5 Sep 07, 2025
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Why did Ashwini from Noida send a hoax terror threat to Mumbai Police?
To take revenge on a friend who filed a case against himAshwini, a 51-year-old man from Noida, sent a fake message to Mumbai Traffic Police claiming 34 'human bombs' and 14 Pakistani terrorists had entered the city. He admitted it was an act of personal vendetta against a friend who had filed a case against him in Patna in 2023, leading to his three-month imprisonment. He used his friend’s name in the message to frame him. The threat caused high alert in Mumbai, especially ahead of Ganesh Visarjan. Mumbai Police traced the message to Noida, leading to Ashwini’s arrest by Sector 113 police.