Showing questions for September 26, 2025
- Total: 21 questions
Question 16 Sep 26, 2025
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Which Indian minister held bilateral meetings with counterparts from Mexico, Cyprus, and Pacific Island nations during the UN General Assembly in 2025?
S JaishankarExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged in multiple diplomatic meetings on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York. He met with Mexico’s Foreign Secretary Juan Ramon de la Fuente to create a fresh roadmap for bilateral ties and discussed progress with Cyprus’s Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos, reaffirming support for a UN-based solution to the Cyprus conflict. Jaishankar also participated in the FIPIC Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, engaging leaders from Tuvalu, Palau, and the Marshall Islands, reinforcing India’s strategic outreach to the Pacific. These engagements underscore India’s growing global diplomacy under Prime Minister Modi’s government. The meetings reflect India’s efforts to strengthen partnerships across regions amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
Question 17 Sep 26, 2025
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Who has been named vice-captain of the Indian Test team for the upcoming series against the West Indies?
Ravindra JadejaRavindra Jadeja has been elevated to the role of vice-captain for India's Test series against the West Indies in the absence of Rishabh Pant, who is still recovering from injury and will only be available for the South Africa series. Chairman of Selectors Ajit Agarkar confirmed that Jadeja, being the senior-most player in the squad and a consistent performer, was the natural choice for the role. This decision also reflects the selectors' confidence in Jadeja’s leadership qualities and all-round contributions. The red-ball series against the West Indies begins on October 2 in Ahmedabad. Jadeja’s appointment maintains stability in the team hierarchy during Pant’s rehabilitation phase.
Question 18 Sep 26, 2025
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Which pacer has been included in India’s Test squad for the home series against the West Indies after a sufficient rest period post-England tour?
Jasprit BumrahJasprit Bumrah has been named in India’s 15-member Test squad for the upcoming home series against the West Indies, with selectors confirming he is fully rested and match-ready. Bumrah did not feature in the fifth Test against England and has had a break of over a month, allowing him to recover and prepare. Chairman Ajit Agarkar emphasized that Bumrah is available for both scheduled Tests starting October 2 in Ahmedabad. His return strengthens India’s pace attack significantly. The management expressed full confidence in his fitness and form ahead of the crucial series.
Question 19 Sep 26, 2025
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Who replaced Karun Nair in India’s Test squad for the West Indies series and is seen as a long-term investment by the selectors?
Devdutt PadikkalDevdutt Padikkal has replaced Karun Nair in India’s Test squad for the series against the West Indies, as the selectors felt Padikkal offers more at this stage of team development. Karun Nair failed to capitalize on his opportunities, scoring just one fifty in eight innings during the England tour. In contrast, Padikkal has shown promise with consistent domestic performances and prior inclusion in Test squads, including a half-century against England in Dharamsala. Chairman Ajit Agarkar highlighted Padikkal’s temperament and technique as key reasons for his selection. He is viewed alongside Sai Sudharsan as part of India’s long-term batting plans.
Question 20 Sep 26, 2025
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Who has been appointed captain of the India A team for the upcoming one-day series against Australia?
Shreyas IyerShreyas Iyer has been named captain of the India A squad for the three-match one-day series against Australia starting September 30 in Kanpur. This appointment comes despite Iyer taking a six-month break from red-ball cricket due to recurring back spasms following surgery. The BCCI acknowledged his need to focus on fitness and endurance but sees this white-ball assignment as ideal for maintaining match readiness. It also positions him as a potential future leader for India’s senior 50-over side. The move indicates continued faith in his leadership abilities despite current physical limitations.