Showing questions for October 16, 2025
- Total: 20 questions
Question 11 Oct 16, 2025
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What measure has Delhi’s PWD Minister Parvesh Verma directed to minimize traffic disruption due to infrastructure projects?
Carry out major infrastructure projects during night hoursTo address worsening traffic congestion, PWD Minister Parvesh Verma has instructed that all major infrastructure work, including projects like the elevated Ring Road, be conducted between 11 pm and 6 am. This night-work policy aims to prevent daytime road blockages that severely affect commuters. The decision follows feedback from MLAs about critical congestion zones. It is part of a broader strategy by a high-level committee to create a sustainable and smooth traffic flow in Delhi. This approach seeks to balance development with public convenience.
Question 12 Oct 16, 2025
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Who has been arrested in the United States on charges related to the unlawful retention of classified national defense information?
Ashley J TellisAshley J Tellis, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and a former U.S. Foreign Service officer, was arrested in Vienna, Virginia. He is accused of accessing and printing classified government documents, including a 1,000-page U.S. Air Force document, and taking them home in his briefcase. The FBI affidavit cites surveillance footage showing him leaving federal facilities with sensitive materials. His case has raised concerns about internal security protocols for individuals with security clearances. Tellis played a key role in the India-U.S. civil nuclear deal during the George W. Bush administration.
Question 13 Oct 16, 2025
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Which country has been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2026–2028 term?
IndiaIndia was elected to the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026–2028 term, marking its seventh tenure on the Geneva-based body. The election took place in October 2025, and India’s term will begin on January 1, 2026. India last served on the council from 2022 to 2024 and took a mandatory break in 2025 due to UN rules prohibiting three consecutive terms. The country’s re-election reflects its stated commitment to human rights and fundamental freedoms. India has been a consistent member since the council’s inception in 2006, with only brief gaps as required by regulations.
Question 14 Oct 16, 2025
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Who is the current Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations who announced India’s election to the UNHRC?
Parvathaneni HarishParvathaneni Harish serves as India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations and publicly announced India’s election to the UN Human Rights Council for the 2026–2028 term via a social media post. He expressed gratitude to member states for their overwhelming support and reaffirmed India’s dedication to promoting human rights globally. His diplomatic role includes representing India’s positions in various UN forums. Harish’s statement emphasized India’s consistent engagement with international human rights mechanisms. This election continues India’s long-standing participation in the UNHRC since its establishment.
Question 15 Oct 16, 2025
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What is the name of the classified intranet system used by the U.S. Department of State that Ashley J Tellis allegedly accessed?
ClassNetClassNet is the U.S. Department of State’s secure intranet system used to access information ranging from unclassified to 'Secret' level, including documents with special dissemination controls. According to the FBI affidavit, Ashley J Tellis logged into ClassNet on September 25, 2025, and spent about an hour on the system before later returning to print classified materials. The system is restricted to authorized personnel with appropriate security clearances. Misuse of such systems is considered a serious breach of national security protocols. The incident has prompted renewed scrutiny of access controls for former officials with ongoing clearance.