Showing questions for December 10, 2025
- Total: 18 questions
Question 11 Dec 10, 2025
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What humanitarian operation did India launch to assist Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah?
Operation Sagar BandhuIndia launched Operation Sagar Bandhu in response to the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka, which killed 638 people and left 191 missing as of December 10, 2025. Under this operation, India sent around 1,000 tonnes of food and clothing, deployed two IAF helicopters for rescue missions, and dispatched INS Gharial with 700 tonnes of relief material. An Indian field hospital was also set up near Kandy to provide trauma care and surgeries. Additionally, the Indian Army’s Engineering Task Force worked to restore critical road connectivity. India was the first country to respond to Sri Lanka’s international appeal for aid.
Question 12 Dec 10, 2025
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How many people were reportedly killed in Sri Lanka due to Cyclone Ditwah as of December 10, 2025?
638As of 9 a.m. on December 10, 2025, Cyclone Ditwah and its aftermath—including floods and landslides—had claimed 638 lives in Sri Lanka, with 191 still missing. The cyclone affected over 1.7 million people from more than 500,000 families and caused extensive damage to housing and infrastructure. It triggered around 1,200 landslides, especially in the hill country, and impacted nearly 20% of the island’s land area. The UN released $4.5 million in emergency funds to assist with food, shelter, and sanitation. India’s swift relief efforts, including airlifts and naval shipments, have been widely acknowledged by Sri Lankan authorities.
Question 13 Dec 10, 2025
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Why did Lithuania declare a national emergency in December 2025?
Due to meteorological balloons from Belarus violating its airspaceLithuania declared a national emergency on December 9, 2025, citing repeated airspace violations by meteorological balloons originating from Belarus. These balloons, believed to be used for smuggling and hybrid warfare, forced the closure of Lithuania’s main airport multiple times, stranding thousands. The Lithuanian government views the balloons as deliberate acts of disruption orchestrated by the Minsk regime. The emergency allows the military to patrol border areas alongside police. Belarus, under President Lukashenko, denied responsibility and accused Lithuania of provocation, further escalating tensions between the NATO member and the Russia-allied state.
Question 14 Dec 10, 2025
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What triggered renewed military clashes between Cambodia and Thailand in December 2025?
A skirmish that resulted in the death of a Thai soldierRenewed hostilities between Cambodia and Thailand erupted in December 2025 following a border skirmish on Sunday night that killed one Thai soldier, despite a ceasefire agreed upon in July. Both nations blame each other for initiating fire, leading to artillery, rocket, and drone attacks. Cambodia’s Senate President Hun Sen vowed a “fierce fight,” while Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stated that military action was essential to protect sovereignty. The fighting has displaced over 125,000 people and killed at least 10 civilians and soldiers combined. Tensions stem from long-standing territorial disputes along their shared border.
Question 15 Dec 10, 2025
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Which IPL team has the highest purse ahead of the 2026 auction?
Kolkata Knight RidersThe Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have the largest available purse of ₹64.3 crores heading into the IPL 2026 auction scheduled in Abu Dhabi on December 16, 2025. This financial flexibility allows them to aggressively bid for top domestic and international players. Other franchises like Chennai Super Kings have ₹43.4 crores, while Sunrisers Hyderabad hold ₹25.5 crores. KKR’s substantial purse comes after releasing several players, including Venkatesh Iyer, who entered the auction with a ₹2 crore base price.