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  • 71st National Film Awards 2025: 12th Fail Wins Best Film, SRK & Rani Mukerji Among Top Winners

    71st National Film Awards were announced on 1 August 2025 in New Delhi by the Jury Chairpersons Ashutosh Gowariker (Feature Film) and P. Sheshadri (Non-Feature Film).

    • Best Film: 12th Fail
    • Best Actor: Shah Rukh Khan (Jawan) and Vikrant Massey (12th Fail)
    • Best Actress: Rani Mukerji (Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway)
    • Best Non-Feature Film: Flowering Man (Dir: Soumyajit Ghosh Dastidar)
    • Best Direction: Piyush Thakur
    • Best Documentary: God Vulture and Human
    • Best Popular Film for Wholesome Entertainment: Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
    • Best Film Promoting National, Social, Environmental Values: Sam Bahadur
    • Best Music Direction: GV Prakash Kumar (Vaathi – Tamil)
    • Best Playback Singers: Shilpa Rao (Jawan – Hindi), PVN S Rohit (Baby – Telugu)
    • Best Editing: Pookalam (Malayalam)
    • Best Children’s Film: Naal 2 (Marathi)
    • Best Cinematography: The Kerala Story
    • Best Film Critic: Utpal Dutta

  • Durand Cup: Asia’s Oldest Football Tournament

    Durand Cup 2025: from July 23 – August 23, 2025.

    📜 Historical Legacy

    • Established in 1888, the Durand Cup is the oldest football tournament in Asia and the fifth oldest in the world.
    • Originally started as an Army Cup for British Indian Army troops, it later opened up to civilian teams, becoming a prestigious event in Indian football.
    • Named after Sir Mortimer Durand, the then Foreign Secretary of British India.

    📍 Format & Participation

    • The tournament features 24 teams, including top clubs from the Indian Super League (ISL), I-League, and armed forces teams.
    • Teams are divided into six groups, with group winners and two best runners-up advancing to the knockout stage.
    • Matches are hosted across five cities: Kolkata, Shillong, Jamshedpur, Kokrajhar, and Imphal.

  • Current Affairs MCQs : Dated – 1 August 2025

    Q. Who was appointed as the new Prime Minister of Myanmar in July 2025?
    A. Aung San Suu Kyi
    B. Min Aung Hlaing
    C. U Nyo Saw
    D. Win Myint

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    👉 Answer: C. U Nyo Saw

    Q. Which U.S. company led by Elon Musk was granted a Unified License on 31 July 2025 to launch satellite internet services in India?
    A. SpaceX
    B. Blue Origin
    C. Starlink
    D. Tesla

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    👉 Answer: C. Starlink
    On 31 July 2025, the Indian government granted Elon Musk’s Starlink a Unified License to offer satellite-based internet services in India. Airtel and Reliance Jio are partner for nationwide rollout.

    Q. On July 31, 2025, the Union Cabinet approved a ₹2,000 crore grant-in-aid to which organization under a Central Sector Scheme?
    A. NABARD
    B. SIDBI
    C. NITI Aayog
    D. National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)

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    👉 Answer: D. National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)

  • ₹2,000 Crore Grant to NCDC Approved to Boost Cooperatives

    On July 31, 2025, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a ₹2,000 crore grant-in-aid to the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) under a Central Sector Scheme.

    The grant will be disbursed over four years (FY 2025–26 to FY 2028–29) at ₹500 crore annually.

    This financial support will empower NCDC to mobilize ₹20,000 crore from the open market, which will be extended as loans to cooperative societies.

  • Starlink Approved to Launch Satellite Internet in India

    On 31 July 2025, the Indian government granted Elon Musk’s Starlink a Unified License to offer satellite-based internet services in India. The service will deliver high-speed (50–250 Mbps), low-latency internet via LEO satellites, especially targeting rural and remote areas.

    • License announced by Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.
    • Starlink kit cost: ₹33,000; Monthly fee: ₹3,000.
    • Will partner with Airtel and Reliance Jio for nationwide rollout.
    • Competes with OneWeb and Jio SES.
    • Launch expected by late 2025 or early 2026, supporting India’s Digital growth and 5G/6G leadership.

  • Myanmar Forms New Government After Ending Emergency Rule

    On 31 July 2025, Myanmar’s National Defence and Security Council (NDSC) announced a new Union Government, appointing U Nyo Saw as Prime Minister and Senior General Min Aung Hlaing as head of the State Security and Peace Commission.

    • The state of emergency, in place since the 2021 military coup, was terminated.
    • General elections are planned within six months, by December 2025.
    • Opposition groups plan to boycott the elections, calling them undemocratic.
    • A new law criminalizes election disruption, with penalties of up to 10 years in prison.
    • Despite stepping down as PM, Min Aung Hlaing retains key powers as acting president and military chief.
    • Myanmar is also pushing its Digital Economy Roadmap 2030, aiming to grow GDP through tech development.

  • Current Affairs MCQs : Dated – 31 July 2025

    Q. What is unique about the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite, launched on 30 July 2025?
    A. It is India’s first satellite
    B. It is the first to carry humans
    C. It uses dual-frequency radar (L-band & S-band)
    D. It is designed for lunar missions

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    Answer: C. It uses dual-frequency radar (L-band & S-band)

    Q. The U.S. announced to impose how much tariff on goods imported from India with effect from August 1, 2025?
    A. 15%
    B. 20%
    C. 25%
    D. 30%

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    👉 Answer: C. 25%
    On 30 July 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on goods imported from India starting August 1, along with an unspecified penalty for India’s continued purchase of Russian oil and arms.

  • U.S. Imposes 25% Tariff on Indian Imports from August 1, 2025

    On 30 July 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on goods imported from India starting August 1, along with an unspecified penalty for India’s continued purchase of Russian oil and arms.

    • The move targets India more harshly than other countries, risking a major setback in U.S.-India trade talks.
    • Trump cited India’s high tariffs and non-monetary trade barriers, and its strong defense and energy ties with Russia.
    • India responded that it is reviewing the impact and remains committed to a fair bilateral trade deal.
    • The tariff is expected to hurt Indian exports, especially in textiles, footwear, furniture, and pharmaceuticals.
    • The U.S. has a $45.7 billion trade deficit with India; Indian exports to the U.S. were $87 billion in 2024.
    • The announcement could strain relations, already tense due to Trump’s ties with Pakistan and stalled trade negotiations.

  • India Launches NISAR Satellite with NASA

    On 30 July 2025, India and NASA jointly launched the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite, a $1.5 billion Earth observation mission, from Satish Dhawan Space Centre using GSLV-F16.

    • NISAR is the first radar satellite to use dual-frequency (L-band & S-band) for tracking minute surface changes.
    • Placed in a 747 km Sun-synchronous orbit, it will map the globe every 12 days.
    • It helps monitor climate change, disasters, glacier retreat, and more.
    • The mission marks a milestone in U.S.-India space cooperation.
    • Data will be freely available worldwide; expected mission life is 5 years.
    • It supports India’s rising space ambitions, including Gaganyaan and a space station by 2035.

  • Current Affairs MCQs : Dated – 30 July 2025

    Q. When is International Tiger Day celebrated every year?
    A. 28 July
    B. 15 August
    C. 29 July
    D. 30 June

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    👉 Answer: C. 29 July

    Q. What is the full form of NISAR, the satellite launched by ISRO on July 30, 2025?
    A. National Indian Satellite for Agricultural Research
    B. NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar
    C. New Indian Satellite for Aerial Reconnaissance
    D. None of the above

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    👉 Answer: B. NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar

  • ISRO to Launch NASA-ISRO NISAR Earth Observation Satellite

    The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite today, 30 July 2025, at 5:40 PM from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, using the GSLV-F16 rocket.

    • Countdown began at 2:10 PM on 29 July 2025.
    • NISAR is an advanced Earth observation satellite capable of capturing minute surface changes smaller than a centimetre.
    • It can map the Earth day and night, in all weather conditions, and will scan the entire globe every 12 days.
    • The mission places the satellite into a Sun Synchronous Polar Orbit.
    • The GSLV rocket is used due to the satellite’s heavier payload, replacing the more commonly used PSLV.
    • NISAR is a joint mission between ISRO and NASA, marking their first hardware collaboration, with both agencies contributing distinct radar systems.

  • International Tiger Day : 29 July 2025

    International Tiger Day was celebrated globally on 29 July 2025, a day dedicated to raising awareness about tiger conservation and the need to protect their natural habitats.

    • The day has been observed annually on 29 July since its declaration in 2010 at St. Petersburg, to unite tiger range countries for conservation efforts.
    • On this occasion, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighted India’s success, with 3,682 tigers across 58 reserves, making it a global leader in tiger conservation.
    • The Minister emphasized that tiger conservation is also about protecting forest health and supporting livelihoods for local communities.
    • He urged citizens to pledge their support for preserving tigers and ecosystems.

  • Current Affairs MCQs : Dated – 29 July 2025

    Q. Which country’s Prime Minister mediated and announced the ceasefire to resolve the Thailand-Cambodia border clashes in July 2025?
    A. Thailand
    B. Cambodia
    C. Vietnam
    D. Malaysia

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    Answer: D. Malaysia
    Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an unconditional ceasefire starting 28 July 2025, following five days of deadly border clashes that caused dozens of deaths.

    Q. Who won the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025?
    A. Koneru Humpy
    B. Harika Dronavalli
    C. Divya Deshmukh
    D. Tania Sachdev

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    Answer: C. Divya Deshmukh
    On 28 July 2025, 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win the FIDE Women’s World Cup, defeating veteran Koneru Humpy in an all-Indian final held in Baku.

  • Divya Deshmukh Creates History: Wins FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025

    On 28 July 2025, 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win the FIDE Women’s World Cup, defeating veteran Koneru Humpy in an all-Indian final held in Baku.

    • The classical games ended in draws, leading to rapid tie-breaks.
    • Divya won the final 1.5–0.5, capitalizing on Humpy’s errors under time pressure.
    • With this win, she became India’s 88th Grandmaster and the fourth Indian woman Grandmaster.
    • Divya was the underdog, ranked No. 18 in classical and No. 22 in rapid chess, while Humpy was World No. 5 in classical and a two-time World Rapid Champion.
    • Divya had also won the 2024 World Junior Championship and helped India win gold at the 2024 Chess Olympiad in Budapest.

  • Thailand-Cambodia Agree to Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clashes

    In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an unconditional ceasefire starting 28 July 2025, following five days of deadly border clashes that caused dozens of deaths and displaced tens of thousands.

    • The announcement was made by Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim at a press conference in Putrajaya, alongside Cambodian PM Hun Manet and Thai Acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai.
    • Military commanders from both countries will begin talks on Tuesday to ease tensions.
    • Cambodia will host a border committee meeting on 4 August.
    • Foreign and defense ministers of Malaysia, Cambodia, and Thailand will draft a mechanism to implement and monitor the ceasefire, aiming for lasting peace in the region.

  • Current Affairs MCQs : Dated – 28 July 2025

    Q. Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Raising Day is observed on 27 July every year, What was the original name of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) established in 1939?
    A. British Reserve Police
    B. Crown Representative’s Police
    C. Indian Territorial Force
    D. Royal Indian Constabulary

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    Ans: B. Crown Representative’s Police
    CRPF Raising Day is observed annually on July 27 to commemorate the founding of India’s largest paramilitary force, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). In 2025, India celebrated the 87th Raising Day.

    Q. Which historical site is at the center of the territorial dispute between Thailand and Cambodia that led to clashes in July 2025?
    A. Angkor Wat
    B. Preah Vihear Temple
    C. Golden Pagoda
    D. Phnom Penh Palace

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    Ans: B. Preah Vihear Temple
    Deadly border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia reignited in July 2025, rooted in a dispute over land near the Preah Vihear Temple.

    Q. What is the name of the joint military exercise between India and Singapore held in July–August 2025?
    A. SIMBEX
    B. Garuda Shakti
    C. Bold Kurukshetra
    D. Mitra Shakti

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    Ans: C. Bold Kurukshetra

  • India–Singapore Joint Military Exercise ‘Bold Kurukshetra 2025’ in Jodhpur

    The 14th edition of Exercise Bold Kurukshetra between India and Singapore began on 27 July 2025 in Jodhpur and will run till 4 August. This tabletop and computer-based wargame aims to enhance joint operational readiness in mechanised warfare under a UN mandate.

    The 42 Singapore Armoured Regiment and India’s Mechanised Infantry Regiment are participating. The exercise will conclude with an equipment display and aims to boost interoperability, training, and bilateral defence cooperation.

  • Thailand–Cambodia Clashes : Peace Talk in Malaysia

    Deadly border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia reignited in July 2025, rooted in a dispute over land near the Preah Vihear Temple. The conflict escalated on 24 July with airstrikes and rocket attacks, resulting in 35+ deaths and over 168,000 displaced.

    Malaysia is hosting peace talks, with support from the U.S., UN, and ASEAN. Cambodia has agreed to a ceasefire, but sporadic violence continues. The situation remains tense, with fears of further escalation despite ongoing diplomatic efforts.

  • CRPF Raising Day 2025 : July 27

    CRPF Raising Day is observed annually on July 27 to commemorate the founding of India’s largest paramilitary force, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). In 2025, India celebrated the 87th Raising Day.

    CRPF was established in 1939 in Nimach, Madhya Pradesh, and renamed in 1949 under the guidance of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The force plays a key role in internal security, anti-Naxal operations, disaster response, election duty, and UN peacekeeping.

    With over 3.25 lakh personnel, CRPF continues to uphold its motto: “Service and Loyalty.”

  • Today Current Affairs MCQs : 26 July 2025

    Q. Where was the first hydrogen-powered train coach tested in July 2025?
    A. Bhopal Rail Coach Factory
    B. RCF Kapurthala
    C. Integral Coach Factory, Chennai
    D. Lucknow Workshop

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    Ans: C. Integral Coach Factory, Chennai
    India successfully tested its first hydrogen-powered train coach on 15 July 2025 at ICF Chennai.

    Q. Whose record did Narendra Modi surpass to become the second-longest-serving PM in consecutive terms in July 2025?
    A. Atal Bihari Vajpayee
    B. Jawaharlal Nehru
    C. Indira Gandhi
    D. Lal Bahadur Shastri

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    Ans: C. Indira Gandhi
    On 25 July 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi became India’s second-longest-serving PM in consecutive terms, surpassing Indira Gandhi’s 4,077 days with 4,078 days in office.

    Q. Kargil Vijay Diwas is observed on which date every year?
    A. 15 August
    B. 3 December
    C. 26 July
    D. 25 May

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    Ans: C. 26 July

    Q. Which military operation was launched by India during the Kargil War?
    A. Operation Blue Star
    B. Operation Meghdoot
    C. Operation Vijay
    D. Operation Shakti

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    Ans: C. Operation Vijay

  • Kargil Vijay Diwas 2025 – 26 July

    Kargil Vijay Diwas, observed on 26 July, marks India’s victory in the 1999 Kargil War against Pakistan. Under Operation Vijay, the Indian Army and Air Force reclaimed strategic peaks in Ladakh without crossing the LoC.

    India lost 527 brave soldiers, including Captain Vikram Batra, Captain Manoj Pandey, and others awarded the Param Vir Chakra.

    In 2025, India commemorates 26 years of the victory, honoring the courage and sacrifice of the armed forces. The day stands as a symbol of national pride, unity, and resilience.

  • PM Narendra Modi Becomes India’s Second-Longest Serving Prime Minister in Consecutive Terms

    On 25 July 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi became India’s second-longest-serving PM in consecutive terms, surpassing Indira Gandhi’s 4,077 days with 4,078 days in office. He first took office on 26 May 2014 and has served 11 years and 60 days.

    PM Modi is the first non-Congress PM to complete two full terms and win a third with a majority. He is also the longest-serving PM from a non-Hindi-speaking state and the only post-Independence-born PM to achieve this milestone. His leadership marks six consecutive election wins — three in Gujarat and three in Lok Sabha polls.

  • India Successfully Tests First Hydrogen-Powered Rail Coach

    India successfully tested its first hydrogen-powered train coach on 15 July 2025 at ICF Chennai, announced by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The 1,200 HP train is part of the “Hydrogen for Heritage” plan to run 35 hydrogen trains on heritage routes.

    A pilot DEMU retrofit is also underway for the Jind–Sonipat section at a cost of ₹111.83 crore. Hydrogen trains, though currently costlier, promise zero carbon emissions and support India’s clean energy goals.

  • Today Current Affairs MCQs : 25 July 2025

    Q. When was the National Cooperative Policy 2025 launched by Amit Shah, Union Minister of Home and Cooperation ?
    A. 15 August 2025
    B. 24 July 2025
    C. 1 January 2025
    D. 30 June 2025

    Show Answer
    Ans: B. 24 July 2025

    Q. Under which constitutional amendment were cooperative societies recognized as a fundamental right?
    A. 74th Amendment
    B. 86th Amendment
    C. 97th Amendment
    D. 102nd Amendment

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    Ans: C. 97th Amendment

    Q. Which two leaders signed the India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in July 2025?
    A. Narendra Modi and Rishi Sunak
    B. Amit Shah and Keir Starmer
    C. Narendra Modi and Keir Starmer
    D. Rishi Sunak and Nirmala Sitharaman

    Show Answer
    Ans: C. Narendra Modi and Keir Starmer
    India and the UK signed a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on 24 July 2025 during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the UK, alongside UK PM Keir Starmer.

  • India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) 2025

    India and the UK signed a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on 24 July 2025 during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the UK, alongside UK PM Keir Starmer. The deal aims to double bilateral trade to $120 billion by 2030, creating new opportunities for exports, employment, and investment.

    🔹 Key Benefits for India:

    • Zero tariffs on 99% of Indian exports to the UK
    • Boost to textiles, gems, leather, IT, auto parts, chemicals
    • Easier mobility for Indian professionals
    • Social security exemption for up to 3 years
    • Major gains for MSMEs and labour-intensive sectors

    🔹 Key Benefits for the UK:

    • Gradual tariff cuts on Scotch whisky (from 150% to 40% in 10 years)
    • Reduced duties on cars, cosmetics, aerospace & medical devices
    • Access to Indian government tenders worth ₹4 lakh crore
    • Equal access to India’s financial services sector

    The agreement also covers innovation, intellectual property, services, and labour rights, without compromising on India’s drug, food, or NHS standards. It will take full effect after UK Parliament ratification.

  • National Cooperative Policy 2025

    India launched the National Cooperative Policy 2025 on 24 July 2025, unveiled by Amit Shah, Union Minister of Home and Cooperation. The policy aims to revive and modernize the cooperative sector.

    Key features include a 20-year roadmap (2025–2045), the creation of 2 lakh new PACS by 2026, one cooperative in every village, and a strong focus on digitization, inclusivity, and professional management.

    The policy benefits farmers, small entrepreneurs, women, youth, and marginalized communities, aiming to enhance credit access, market linkages, and employment opportunities.

    It was drafted by a 48-member committee chaired by Suresh Prabhu, after 17 meetings and 4 regional workshops. States must adopt their own policies by 31 January 2026.

    The strategy is backed by constitutional support through the 97th Amendment (2011) and Article 43B, emphasizing autonomy and democratic functioning of cooperatives. The launch of Tribhuvan Cooperative University will further support training and governance in the sector.

  • India Achieves 20% Ethanol Blending in Petrol — 5 Years Ahead of Target

    India has achieved 20% ethanol blending in petrol in 2025, five years ahead of its original 2030 target, announced Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. Ethanol blending rose from 1.5% in 2014 to 20% in 2025, marking a significant clean energy milestone.

    This shift has led to major economic and environmental benefits:

    • ₹1.36 lakh crore saved in foreign exchange by reducing crude oil imports
    • ₹1.96 lakh crore paid to distilleries, boosting the biofuel sector
    • ₹1.18 lakh crore disbursed to farmers, enhancing rural incomes
    • 698 lakh tonnes of CO₂ emissions reduced, aiding climate goals

    Ethanol is mainly derived from sugarcane and molasses, reinforcing its role in supporting agriculture. The Union Cabinet has also approved a price hike for ethanol for the 2024–25 Ethanol Supply Year, benefiting farmers and distillers further.

  • Today Current Affairs MCQs : 24 July 2025

    Q. Who became the first Indian to reach the final of the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup?
    A. Koneru Humpy
    B. Harika Dronavalli
    C. Divya Deshmukh
    D. Tania Sachdev

    Show Answer
    Ans: C. Divya Deshmukh
    India’s Divya Deshmukh defeated China’s Tan Zhongyi in Game 2 of the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup 2025 semifinal on 23 July in Batumi, Georgia.

    Q. What ritual is prominently performed by devotees on Shravan Shivratri?
    A. Deepdaan
    B. Aarti with lamps
    C. Jalabhishek on Shivling
    D. Tulsi Puja

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    Ans: C. Jalabhishek on Shivling

    Q. What is the name given to Lord Shiva after he consumed poison during Samudra Manthan?
    A. Bholenath
    B. Mahadev
    C. Neelkantha
    D. Rudra

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    Ans: C. Neelkantha

    Q. India has achieved how much percentage ethanol blending in petrol in 2025, five years ahead of its original 2030 target?
    A. 15%
    B. 20%
    C. 18%
    D. 10%

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    Ans: B. 20%

  • Shravan Shivratri: Devotees perform jalabhishek, offer prayers to Lord Shiva

    On 23 July 2025, devotees across India celebrated Shravan Shivratri, one of the holiest days dedicated to Lord Shiva, with immense devotion. The occasion was marked by jalabhishek, special pujas, and mass gatherings at Shiva temples, especially in northern states like Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh.

    Thousands of Kanwariyas offered Ganga water at temples after completing the Kanwar Yatra. Major temples such as Kashi Vishwanath in Varanasi, Dudheshwarnath in Ghaziabad, and Daksheshwar Mahadev in Uttarakhand witnessed overwhelming crowds.

    Scriptures say that worship on this day brings spiritual upliftment and wish fulfillment. The ritual of jalabhishek commemorates Lord Shiva’s act of drinking poison during the Samudra Manthan, earning him the name Neelkantha.

  • Divya Deshmukh Creates Becomes First Indian to Reach FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup Final

    India’s Divya Deshmukh defeated China’s Tan Zhongyi in Game 2 of the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup 2025 semifinal on 23 July in Batumi, Georgia, securing a 1.5–0.5 victory and a place in the final. With this win, the 19-year-old not only became the first Indian to reach the final of the Women’s World Cup but also secured her first Grandmaster norm and a spot in the 2026 Candidates Tournament.

    She will face the winner of the other semifinal between Koneru Humpy (India) and Lei Tingjie (China), which is heading into tiebreaks after two drawn classical games.

    The FIDE Women’s World Cup is a key event in the World Championship cycle, offering three spots for the Candidates Tournament.