The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on June 6, 2025 has reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.5%. Consequently: The rate cut is expected to lower external benchmark lending rates (EBLR), possibly leading banks to reduce lending rates. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated that the move aligns with the CPI inflation target…
Q. What is the name of the first Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft being commissioned?A) VikrantB) ArnalaC) ShivalikD) Kavaratti Q. Where will the 51st G7 Summit be held in from June 15 to 17, 2025?A) Toronto, CanadaB) Ottawa, CanadaC) Kananaskis, Alberta, CanadaD) Vancouver, Canada Q. What is the revised policy repo rate after the June…
The 51st G7 Summit is set to take place in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, from June 15 to 17, 2025. This marks the second time Kananaskis has hosted the prestigious gathering, the first being in 2002. The summit is particularly significant as it coincides with the 50th anniversary of the G7. Key Participants The G7 consists…
The Indian Navy will commission its first Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), Arnala, on 18 June 2025 at Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam. Key Highlights: Technical & Strategic Significance: This commissioning strengthens India’s coastal defence and naval self-reliance in the Indian Ocean Region.
Q. Which of the following bridges is the world’s highest railway arch bridge inaugurated by PM Modi in June 2025?A) Howrah BridgeB) Anji Khad BridgeC) Pamban BridgeD) Chenab Bridge Q. Which of the following is India’s first cable-stayed rail bridge?A) Chenab BridgeB) Pamban BridgeC) Anji Khad BridgeD) Godavari Arch Bridge Q.The PM Modi-led NDA government…
On June 5, 2025, the sacred relics of Lord Buddha arrived in Sarnath, welcomed with traditional chants, official honours, and the presence of hundreds of monks and devotees at the Mulagandha Kuti Vihar. Key Highlights:
On June 5, 2025, as the NDA government completed 11 years at the Centre, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of the poor, describing the past decade as a period of transformative and inclusive governance. These schemes have improved access to housing, clean fuel, banking, and healthcare, especially for…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Jammu and Kashmir on May 6, 2025, and laid the foundation stone, inaugurated, and dedicated development projects worth over ₹46,000 crore at Katra.
Q. When will the reference date for the Population Census 2027 be, for most parts of India?A. January 1, 2027B. March 1, 2027C. April 1, 2027D. February 28, 2027 Q. What significant new feature is included in Census 2027?A. Online data collectionB. Biometric verificationC. Caste enumerationD. Use of Aadhaar-linked data only Q. When is the…
World Environment Day is observed on 5th June every year, led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), is the largest global platform for environmental awareness, celebrated annually since 1973 by millions worldwide. In 2025, the event will be hosted by the Republic of Korea with the theme focused on ending plastic pollution. This initiative…
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has issued new guidelines to accelerate the adoption of clean mobility in Delhi-NCR. The directions mandate that motor vehicle aggregators, delivery service providers, and e-commerce platforms must transition their fleets to CNG and Electric 3-Wheeler Auto Rickshaws. From January 1 of next year, these entities will no longer…
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has announced that the Monsoon Session of Parliament will be held from July 21 to August 12, 2025, with both houses convening at 11 a.m. on the first day. The session is expected to be intense due to Opposition demands for a special session to discuss the terror attack in Pahalgam…
The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced that Population Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases and will include caste enumeration for the first time. The reference date is set as March 1, 2027, except for Ladakh and snow-bound areas of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, where it will be October 1,…
Q. Who won the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 title?A. Punjab KingsB. Chennai Super KingsC. Royal Challengers BengaluruD. Gujarat Titans Q. The Uttar Pradesh government’s 20% reservation for Agniveers applies to recruitment in which of the following departments? A. Civil Defence B. Civil ServicesC. State Police and Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC)D. Forest Department Q. Who…
On 3 June 2025, India achieved a historic milestone in its maritime and research capabilities as Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) and Norwegian firm Kongsberg during the Nor-Shipping 2025 event in Norway. The agreement marks the beginning of construction for…
South Korea’s opposition leader Lee Jae-myung is set to become the country’s next president following a snap election in June 2025. He defeated incumbent President Kim Moon-soo, leader of the ruling People Power Party, who conceded defeat and accepted the public’s decision. Lee won by over 2 million votes, with more than 99% of ballots…
On 3 June 2025, the Uttar Pradesh government approved a 20% reservation for Agniveers in recruitment for the state police and Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) after their 4-year military service under the Agnipath scheme. This decision, made during a cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, applies to roles like constable, mounted police, and…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their first-ever Indian Premier League (IPL) title on 3 June 2025, defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 6 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Post-Match Awards: RCB captain Rajat Patidar dedicated the win to Virat Kohli and fans, crediting team management and coaching staff for their support.
Q. Which two teams competed in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Final on 3 June 2025?A) Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai IndiansB) Gujarat Titans and Punjab KingsC) Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab KingsD) Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans Q. Who won the 2025 presidential runoff election in Poland?A) Rafal TrzaskowskiB) Andrzej DudaC) Karol…
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) hosted its 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) from June 1-3, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, India. This prestigious event marked the return of the IATA AGM to India after 42 years, last held in 1983. Key Highlights: India’s Role in Global Aviation…
On 2 June 2025, Annalena Baerbock, former Foreign Minister of Germany, was elected President of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), receiving 167 out of 193 votes in a secret ballot initiated by Russia. She will succeed Philemon Yang of Cameroon and assume her one-year term in September 2025, coinciding with major global events including…
In Poland, Karol Nawrocki, an independent candidate supported by the opposition Law and Justice party, won the presidential runoff election, securing around 51% of the vote, according to the final results announced on June 2, 2025. He defeated Rafal Trzaskowski, the ruling Civic Coalition candidate and Mayor of Warsaw, who received over 49% of the…
The grand finale of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is here! Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to battle it out for their maiden IPL title at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on June 3, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST. 🔥 Key Highlights: 🏆 A Historic Moment Awaits!Neither RCB nor…
Every year on June 3rd, the world comes together to celebrate World Bicycle Day, recognizing the power of the humble bicycle in transforming lives, promoting health, and fostering sustainable transport. History of World Bicycle Day World Bicycle Day was officially declared by the United Nations in 2018, thanks to the efforts of Professor Leszek Sibilski…
Q. Who was crowned Miss World 2025?A. Hasset (Ethiopia)B. Krystyna PyszkováC. Opal Suchata ChuangsriD. Nandini Gupta Q. What is the name of the joint military exercise between India and Mongolia?A) Desert EagleB) Nomadic ElephantC) Mountain TigerD) Steppe Warrior Q. What is the purpose of next-generation defence technologies trials conducted by the Indian Army in June…
On 1 June 2025, the Indian Army began trials of next-generation defence technologies at key sites across the country, including Pokhran, Babina, and Joshimath. These trials, conducted under near-combat conditions with electronic warfare simulations, are meant to rigorously test the performance of new systems. Air defence demonstrations are also being held in Agra and Gopalpur….
The 17th edition of the India-Mongolia joint military exercise, Nomadic Elephant, began on 31 May 2025 at the Special Forces Training Centre in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, and will continue until 13 June 2025. Key dignitaries at the opening ceremony included India’s Ambassador to Mongolia Atul Malhari Gotsurve and Major General Lkhagvasuren Ganselem of Mongolia. Both expressed…
Opal Suchata Chuangsri, representing Thailand, was crowned Miss World 2025 at the 72nd Miss World Pageant held on 31 May 2025 in Hyderabad, India. She was crowned by the outgoing Miss World Krystyna Pyszková of the Czech Republic, marking Thailand’s first-ever win in Miss World history. The event featured 108 contestants from across the globe,…
Q. What award is conferred to recognize exceptional nursing professionals for outstanding contributions to India’s healthcare system?A. Padma Shri AwardB. Bharat Ratna AwardC. National Florence Nightingale AwardD. National Health Excellence Award Q. What historic first took place during the 148th Passing Out Parade of NDA in May 2025?A. First foreign cadet graduatedB. First women cadets…
On 30 May 2025, during the 39th Statehood Day celebrations at Dinanath Mangeshkar Kala Mandir in Panaji, Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant declared Goa a fully literate state under the ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme). This milestone makes Goa the second state in India to cross the 95% literacy…