Showing questions for December 14, 2025
- Total: 20 questions
Question 6 Dec 14, 2025
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Which new department has Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar retained under his own portfolio as per the notification issued on December 12, 2025?
Civil Aviation DepartmentThe Bihar Cabinet approved the creation of three new departments on December 9, 2025, including the Civil Aviation Department. According to the official notification dated December 12, 2025, CM Nitish Kumar decided to retain the Civil Aviation portfolio with himself. This move aligns with his vision to accelerate airport construction under the UDAN scheme, enhance industrial development, and boost employment and exports from Bihar. The decision reflects strategic planning to leverage civil aviation for economic growth. Other new departments like Youth, Employment and Skill Development were assigned to other ministers.
Question 7 Dec 14, 2025
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Who has been assigned the portfolio of the newly created Higher Education Department in Bihar?
Sunil KumarAs per the notification issued by the Bihar government on December 12, 2025, the newly created Higher Education Department was allocated to State Education Minister Sunil Kumar. The department was formed to promote qualitative improvements in learning, research, innovation, and vocational education. This restructuring aims to ensure employment-oriented education accessible to youth from all societal sections. The decision underscores the Nitish Kumar-led government's focus on aligning education with job market needs. Sunil Kumar, already serving as Education Minister, was deemed suitable for this expanded role.
Question 8 Dec 14, 2025
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Which state’s former Naxal-affected districts are set to receive a special development package as announced by its Chief Minister on December 14, 2025?
Madhya PradeshMadhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, in an interview marking his second year in office on December 14, 2025, declared that his government had eradicated Naxalism from the state. He announced a special development package for the districts of Balaghat, Mandla, and Dindori, which had historically suffered from Maoist violence. The initiative aims to transform these regions into model districts through targeted infrastructure and socio-economic development. The plan acknowledges two decades of underdevelopment and seeks to bridge the gap with more advanced districts. This move is seen as a strategic effort to ensure long-term peace and prosperity in these areas.
Question 9 Dec 14, 2025
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Which infrastructure was inaugurated by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at Gulmarg on December 14, 2025?
Asia’s longest ski drag liftOn December 14, 2025, J&K CM Omar Abdullah inaugurated Asia’s longest ski drag lift at Kongdori in Gulmarg, Baramulla district. He also unveiled the world’s highest revolving multi-purpose hall in the Affarwat area, which includes a restaurant. The ski lift is expected to significantly upgrade Gulmarg’s status as a premier winter sports destination and enhance its global appeal. This development is part of broader tourism and infrastructure initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir. The project aims to boost local employment, hospitality, and international tourism during winter months.
Question 10 Dec 14, 2025
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What did the Enforcement Directorate (ED) allege an ISIS module in Maharashtra was involved in, based on its probe reported on December 14, 2025?
Illegal cutting and smuggling of Khair woodAccording to the ED’s findings reported on December 14, 2025, an ISIS module operating from Padgha village in Thane, Maharashtra, was allegedly involved in the illegal cutting and smuggling of Khair (Acacia catechu) wood from reserve forests. The wood is used to produce Kattha, a key ingredient in paan and Ayurvedic medicines. The ED seized ₹3.70 crore in cash and gold worth ₹6 crore during raids linked to this terror-financing case. The NIA had previously charged the module with radicalisation, weapons procurement, and declaring Padgha a ‘liberated zone’. This case highlights the intersection of environmental crime and terror financing in India.