Showing questions for October 27, 2025
- Total: 27 questions
Question 1 Oct 27, 2025
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On which route did India and China resume direct commercial flights after a gap of over four years?
Kolkata–GuangzhouDirect commercial flights between Kolkata and Guangzhou resumed on 26 October 2025 after being suspended since early 2020 due to the pandemic and border tensions in eastern Ladakh. The inaugural IndiGo A320 neo flight carried 176 passengers and departed from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport at 10 pm. The resumption follows recent diplomatic efforts to normalize bilateral ties. A ceremonial lamp-lighting at the airport symbolized renewed friendship between the two nations. This marks a significant step toward restoring people-to-people and economic connectivity.
Question 2 Oct 27, 2025
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What did Prime Minister Narendra Modi announce as the theme for 2026 during the India-ASEAN Summit?
ASEAN-India Year of Maritime CooperationDuring his virtual address at the India-ASEAN Summit, PM Modi declared 2026 as the 'ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation' to highlight growing collaboration in maritime security and the blue economy. He emphasized that the India-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership is a pillar of global stability and economic growth. The partnership spans education, tourism, green energy, cybersecurity, and cultural heritage. ASEAN has been central to India’s Act East Policy since formal ties began in 1992. The announcement reinforces India’s commitment to a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region.
Question 3 Oct 27, 2025
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Which New Zealand cricketer recently retired from international cricket after an eight-wicket loss to England?
Sophie DevineSophie Devine, captain of the New Zealand women’s cricket team, announced her retirement following an eight-wicket defeat to England in the final group-stage match of a recent tournament. Despite the loss, she expressed pride in the growth of women’s cricket over her nearly two-decade-long career. Devine highlighted the importance of friendships forged on the field, especially her final match alongside teammate Suzie Bates. She encouraged emerging talent to enjoy the game while striving for excellence. Her retirement marks the end of an illustrious international career.
Question 4 Oct 27, 2025
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How many rebel leaders were expelled by Bihar’s JD(U) party recently for anti-party activities ahead of the Assembly elections?
16The Janata Dal (United) in Bihar expelled 16 leaders, including a sitting MLA and two former ministers, for engaging in anti-party activities and defying the party’s official candidates. Among those expelled was Narendra Niraj alias Gopal Mandal, MLA from Gopalpur, who had staged a dharna after being dropped from the candidate list. Other notable names include former minister Shailesh Kumar and ex-MLAs Shyam Bahadur Singh and Sudharshan Kumar. The expulsions occurred in two separate communications over the weekend of 25–26 October 2025. The party cited ideological violations and support for non-NDA candidates as key reasons.
Question 5 Oct 27, 2025
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What was the primary method used by the 19-year-old accused Aman to defraud victims in Delhi?
Running a fake social media account offering iPhones at discounted pricesAman, a 19-year-old from Hisar, Haryana, allegedly operated a fake social media page where he posted manipulated images and forged chats to lure buyers with offers of iPhones at unusually low prices. Victims were tricked into making multiple UPI transactions—29 in one case totaling ₹65,782—without ever receiving the promised phones. He admitted to learning online fraud techniques from local cybercriminals and used multiple bank accounts to launder the proceeds. Police recovered two mobile phones, three debit cards, and other digital evidence from him. The scam is estimated to have defrauded people of ₹8–9 lakh.