Showing questions for September 29, 2025
- Total: 20 questions
Question 1 Sep 29, 2025
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Who was elected as the 37th president of the BCCI at its 94th AGM held in Mumbai?
Mithun ManhasMithun Manhas, a former Delhi cricket captain with extensive experience in domestic cricket and the IPL, was elected unopposed as the 37th president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) during its 94th Annual General Meeting in Mumbai. He succeeded Roger Binny and became the third consecutive first-class cricketer to hold this prestigious position. The AGM also confirmed other key appointments, including Devajit Saikia as secretary and Arun Dhumal as IPL chairman. Manhas’s election marks a continuation of leadership by individuals with deep roots in Indian domestic cricket. His appointment is expected to bring stability and experience to the board’s administration.
Question 2 Sep 29, 2025
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Which Indian cricketer scored an unbeaten 69 off 53 balls in the T20 Asia Cup final against Pakistan on September 28, 2025?
Tilak VarmaTilak Varma played a match-winning knock of 69 not out off 53 balls in the T20 Asia Cup final against Pakistan, leading India to a five-wicket victory with two balls to spare. His innings was crucial in chasing down Pakistan’s total of 147, especially after India had lost early wickets. He shared a vital 60-run partnership with Shivam Dube, who contributed a quick 33 off 22 balls. Varma’s composure under pressure and ability to rotate strike were key to India’s success. This win marked India’s second T20 Asia Cup title and their third win over Pakistan in the same tournament.
Question 3 Sep 29, 2025
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What was the death toll in the stampede at the Vijay-led rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, as reported on September 29, 2025?
40The death toll from the stampede during a rally organized by actor-politician Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), in Karur, Tamil Nadu, rose to 40 as of September 29, 2025. Among the deceased were 10 children, 17 women, and 13 men, including a two-year-old child and a couple who were about to get married. Over 60 people were hospitalized, with at least two in critical condition. The Tamil Nadu government constituted a single-person Commission of Inquiry headed by Justice Aruna Jagadeesan to investigate the incident. Vijay announced a compensation of ₹20 lakh to each victim’s family, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh per deceased.
Question 4 Sep 29, 2025
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Which godman was remanded to five days’ police custody by a Delhi court on charges of sexually harassing 17 women students?
Chaitanyananda SaraswatiChaitanyananda Saraswati, a 62-year-old spiritual leader, was arrested from a hotel in Agra and produced before a Delhi court on September 28, 2025. He was accused of sexually harassing 17 female students at a private institute in Delhi, with allegations including molestation, seeking sexual favors, and installing CCTV cameras in sensitive areas like bathrooms. The prosecution argued that custodial interrogation was necessary to confront him with digital evidence and victim testimonies. The defense claimed harassment and cited the accused’s health issues, but the court granted five days of police custody. The case has drawn significant public attention due to the serious nature of the charges and the vulnerability of the victims.
Question 5 Sep 29, 2025
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How many terrorists were neutralized by the Indian Army along the Line of Control in the Keran sector of Kupwara district on September 28, 2025?
At least twoOn September 28, 2025, the Indian Army neutralized at least two heavily armed terrorists who were attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC) in the Keran sector of Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir. Security forces detected suspicious movement in the early hours and launched a search operation, which led to an exchange of fire resulting in the terrorists’ deaths. The operation was still ongoing at the time of reporting, and the bodies had not yet been retrieved. This incident occurred just 24 hours after BSF officials warned that terrorists were waiting at launch pads across the LoC to enter the Kashmir Valley. Such infiltration attempts highlight the persistent security challenges in the region.