Showing questions for September 08, 2025
- Total: 24 questions
Question 6 Sep 08, 2025
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Which country did the deceased foreign woman found in Gurugram belong to?
UgandanThe deceased woman found under the IMT Manesar Chowk flyover in Gurugram has been identified as a Ugandan national, according to police spokesperson Sandeep Kumar. She sustained multiple injuries on her head and body, indicating possible foul play. The case is being investigated as a potential murder, with authorities exploring whether she was killed elsewhere and her body dumped. CCTV footage is being reviewed, and the Ministry of External Affairs has been informed. The Ugandan mission in India is assisting in tracing her last known movements and confirming her identity.
Question 7 Sep 08, 2025
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Who criticized the Uttar Pradesh government's stray dog feeding guidelines for deviating from Supreme Court mandates?
Vijay GoelBJP leader and former Union Minister Vijay Goel criticized the UP government's new stray dog feeding guidelines, stating they contradict the Supreme Court’s directives. He objected to the inclusion of dog feeders in decision-making regarding feeding zones, arguing that such decisions should be made solely by government authorities. Goel claimed that feeders often obstruct municipal efforts to catch aggressive dogs, worsening human-animal conflicts. He announced plans to write to UP CM Yogi Adityanath to review the policy. The guidelines were introduced to manage rising dog bite incidents and promote animal birth control programs.
Question 8 Sep 08, 2025
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What is the name of the scheme under which Delhi has become a benchmark for ration distribution?
ONORCDelhi has emerged as a national benchmark in ration distribution under the One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) scheme, according to Food and Supplies Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa. The scheme allows migrant beneficiaries to access food grains anywhere in India. Around 57% of the September ration quota has already been distributed, including free rations for over 1.45 lakh migrants. The government emphasizes transparency by mandating display of beneficiary details and helpline numbers at fair-price shops. The initiative operates under the National Food Security Act and is supported by coordination with the Revenue Department for emergency food aid.
Question 9 Sep 08, 2025
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From which religious ceremony was a gold-and-jewel-encrusted 'kalash' worth ₹1 crore stolen near Red Fort?
JainA gold-and-jewel-encrusted 'kalash' valued at approximately ₹1 crore was stolen during a Jain religious ceremony near Red Fort on September 3, 2025. The urn, made of 760 grams of gold and embedded with precious stones, holds significant religious value for the Jain community. The theft occurred amid commotion when Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla arrived. The suspect, dressed in traditional attire, blended in with devotees and fled with the vessel. Despite extensive searches and CCTV analysis, no arrests have been made yet, though police have traced the suspect’s movements and are conducting raids.
Question 10 Sep 08, 2025
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What was the water level of the Yamuna River at the Old Railway Bridge on Sunday at 12 pm, as reported in the news?
205.48 metresThe report states that the water level in the Yamuna was recorded at 205.48 metres at the Old Railway Bridge at 12 pm on Sunday. This level is below the 206-metre evacuation mark but still above the danger mark of 205.33 metres. The Old Railway Bridge is a key observation point for flood monitoring. Despite a slight drop, the city continues to face a flood-like situation due to the elevated water level. Authorities have taken preventive measures like closing regulator drains and using sandbags to prevent backflow.