Showing questions for December 23, 2025
- Total: 19 questions
Question 1 Dec 23, 2025
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What is the primary purpose of the proposed greenfield international airport at Great Nicobar?
Dual-use facility for civilian and military purposesThe Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Great Nicobar airport outlines its development as a dual-use facility where the Indian Navy will control the airside and Air Traffic Control, while civilian passenger facilities will be managed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI). This strategic location near the Six Degree Channel—a vital maritime chokepoint—enhances India’s surveillance capabilities in the eastern Indian Ocean. The project also supports national security objectives and boosts regional connectivity. It is part of a broader development plan that includes a trans-shipment port and tourism infrastructure, aiming to increase the island’s population drastically by 2075. The dual-use nature aligns with India’s strategic interests in the Indo-Pacific region.
Question 2 Dec 23, 2025
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Which country's Foreign Minister criticized the recently concluded India FTA as 'neither free nor fair'?
New ZealandNew Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters strongly criticized the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed with India, calling it a 'bad deal' for New Zealand. He expressed concerns that while New Zealand opens its markets fully to Indian goods, India has not offered concessions on key exports like dairy, onions, sugar, and edible oils. Peters specifically highlighted that this is the first New Zealand trade deal to exclude major dairy products like milk, cheese, and butter. His remarks reflect domestic pressures from rural and farming communities who feel disadvantaged. Despite India securing tariff-free access and investment commitments, the imbalance in market access remains a point of contention.
Question 3 Dec 23, 2025
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Why were thousands of Indian H-1B visa holders stranded in India in December 2025?
US consulates unexpectedly cancelled visa renewal interviewsIn December 2025, thousands of Indian professionals holding H-1B visas were left stranded in India after US consulates abruptly cancelled their scheduled visa renewal appointments. Many had planned their travel around the US holiday season, a common time for such renewals. The US State Department cited expanded social media screening—introduced under the Trump administration—as the reason for delays, aiming to enhance national security vetting. Some applicants were rescheduled as late as October 2026, disrupting their work and family life in the US. Immigration lawyers described the situation as unprecedented chaos with no clear communication from authorities.
Question 4 Dec 23, 2025
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What major allegation did former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina make against the interim government?
The country has descended into disorder and insecuritySheikh Hasina, in an email interview with ANI, condemned the interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus for allowing lawlessness and insecurity to take root after her removal. She specifically cited the killing of student leader Sharif Usman Hadi as emblematic of the deteriorating law and order situation. Hasina claimed that violence, political instability, and attacks on minorities have escalated, damaging Bangladesh’s international image and bilateral ties, especially with India. She accused the interim government of either being unwilling or incapable of restoring peace. Her remarks reflect deep concern over institutional collapse and rising extremism.
Question 5 Dec 23, 2025
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What reason did Bihar CM Nitish Kumar discuss during his meetings with PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah?
Development and political issues related to BiharDuring his December 2025 visit to New Delhi—the first since his reappointment as Chief Minister after the NDA’s landslide victory in Bihar—Nitish Kumar met both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Accompanied by Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary and Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Kumar is believed to have discussed a range of development and political issues concerning Bihar. These likely included infrastructure projects, central funding, and coordination between state and central agencies. The meetings underscore the ongoing alliance within the NDA and efforts to align state priorities with national policies. Official statements confirmed the meetings but did not disclose detailed agendas.