Q. What is the name of the military operation launched by India on May 7, 2025, targeting terror camps across Pakistan?A) Operation VijayB) Operation SindoorC) Operation ShaktiD) Operation Surya Q. Who has been elected as the new Chancellor of Germany in May 2025?A) Olaf ScholzB) Armin LaschetC) Friedrich MerzD) Angela Merkel Q. What major agreements…
On May 6, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the successful conclusion of the India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the Double Contribution Convention. The leaders hailed these as historic milestones in the India–UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The FTA aims to boost trade, investment, innovation, and job creation, while…
Friedrich Merz, the conservative leader, has been elected as the new Chancellor of Germany after securing 325 votes in the second round of voting in the Lower House of Parliament, surpassing the required threshold of 316. In the first round, Merz received only 310 votes, marking a historic setback in post-war German politics.
On May 7, 2025, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor’, targeting nine terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). The operation follows a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 tourists, triggering public outrage and calls for action. According to the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the operation aimed to neutralize…
Q: During NEET (UG) 2025, which biometric method did UIDAI test for verifying candidate identity? A. Iris scanB. Fingerprint authenticationC. Aadhaar-based face authenticationD. Voice recognition Q: Why did the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) hold closed-door consultations on May 5, 2025? A) To discuss climate change impacts in South AsiaB) At Pakistan’s request, to discuss…
On May 7, 2025, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will conduct Civil Defence mock drills across 244 categorised districts in India, in response to rising tensions with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, mostly tourists. The Union Home Minister’s directive, issued on May 5, aims to evaluate and improve preparedness…
On May 5, 2025, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) held closed-door consultations at Pakistan’s request to discuss rising tensions between India and Pakistan. The meeting followed UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ call for restraint and dialogue between the two nations. However, the consultations ended without any formal statement. During the meeting, Pakistan’s UN envoy, Asim…
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), in collaboration with the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the National Informatics Centre (NIC), conducted a Proof of Concept (PoC) for Aadhaar-based face authentication during NEET (UG) 2025 in New Delhi on May 5, 2025. The initiative aimed to test the feasibility, security, and effectiveness of face authentication…
Q. Who won a historic second term as Prime Minister of Australia in May 2025?A. Peter DuttonB. Scott MorrisonC. Anthony AlbaneseD. Kevin Rudd Q: Where did DRDO conduct the maiden flight trial of the Stratospheric Airship Platform on May 3, 2025?A. Agra, Uttar PradeshB. Pokhran, RajasthanC. Sheopur, Madhya PradeshD. Bengaluru, Karnataka Q. Where is the…
India has become the first country in the world to develop and release genome-edited rice varieties, marking a significant milestone in agricultural innovation. On May 4, 2025, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched two new varieties developed by ICAR institutions in New Delhi. The two rice varieties are: These varieties are designed for states like…
The seventh edition of the Khelo India Youth Games began in Bihar on May 4, 2025, marking the first time the state is hosting this national multi-sport event. The games will continue till May 15 and are being held across five districts—Patna, Nalanda (Rajgir), Gaya, Bhagalpur, and Begusarai. The event was inaugurated virtually by Prime…
On May 3, 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted maiden flight-trials of a Stratospheric Airship Platform from the Sheopur Trial site in Madhya Pradesh. Developed by the Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment, Agra, the airship carried an instrumental payload to an altitude of approximately 17 kilometers. Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh…
Anthony Albanese has won a historic second term as Prime Minister of Australia, leading the center-left Labor Party to victory in the May 3, 2025 federal election. This is the first time in 21 years that an Australian Prime Minister has secured back-to-back three-year terms. Peter Dutton, leader of the Liberal Party, conceded defeat and…
Q. What was the total value of India’s exports in FY 2024–25?A. $778.1 billionB. $820.93 billionC. $824.9 billionD. $387.5 billion Q. Indian Air Force (IAF) Conducts First-Ever Day-Night Landing Exercise on Ganga Expressway on 2 May 2025. Where is the 3.5 km-long airstrip used for the IAF drill located? A. KanpurB. ShahjahanpurC. LucknowD. Varanasi Q….
World Press Freedom Day is observed on May 3, 2025, to promote press freedom, evaluate its global status, and support media independence. The 2025 theme is “Reporting In The Brave New World – The Impact Of Artificial Intelligence On Press Freedom And The Media.” It emphasizes the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in journalism,…
The Indian Air Force (IAF) demonstrated its operational readiness on May 2, 2025, with a major flypast and landing drill on the Ganga Expressway in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Conducted on a 3.5-kilometre-long airstrip, the exercise featured Rafale, Jaguar, and Mirage jets, testing the expressway’s capability as a wartime or emergency runway. The Shahjahanpur airstrip is…
India’s total exports reached a record $824.9 billion in the financial year 2024–25, according to the Reserve Bank of India. This represents a 6.01% increase over the previous year’s figure of $778.1 billion. The growth was primarily driven by services exports, which rose 13.6% to $387.5 billion, also an all-time high. In March 2025, services…
Q. When is Labour Day celebrated annually ?A. April 1B. May 1C. June 1D. July 1 Q. Who has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Department of Revenue in May 2025?A. Rajiv KumarB. Arvind ShrivastavaC. Ajay Bhushan PandeyD. T.V. Somanathan Q. Who received the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2023 ?A. Lakshya…
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) began trial runs of the Namo Bharat train on May 1, 2025, on the final stretch of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor, reaching Modipuram, the last station. This marked the first trial run through the underground section of Meerut, a major milestone in linking central Meerut with Delhi via…
On May 1, 2025, Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy with the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2023 in New Delhi. The Minister praised their dedication and international achievements, calling the award a recognition of their exceptional performance and hard work. The celebrated badminton duo reached…
Arvind Shrivastava, a 1994-batch IAS officer of the Karnataka cadre, has been appointed as the Secretary of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, effective May 1, 2025. His appointment was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet on April 18, 2025. Shrivastava brings extensive experience in economic affairs and public administration….
Labour Day, celebrated annually on May 1, honours workers’ contributions and the labour movement. Recognized globally, it is marked by rallies and events celebrating the resilience of the working class. Theme for Labour Day 2025 “Safety and Health at Work: The Role of AI and Digitalization”This theme emphasizes the impact of AI and digital tools…
Q. On 30 April 2025, the central government announced a major decision for inclusion of what in the upcoming population census?a) Religion-based datab) Income classificationc) Caste enumerationd) Educational qualifications Q. Under which article of the Constitution is the census a Union subject?a) Article 370b) Article 246c) Article 356d) Article 14 Q. On 30 April 2025,…
On 30 April 2025, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma took over as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Udhampur-based Northern Army Command, succeeding Lieutenant General MV Suchendra Kumar after his 15-month tenure. Lieutenant General Suchendra Kumar retires today after more than 30 years of distinguished service. Lieutenant General Sharma, an infantry officer with a career spanning three…
On 30 April 2025, at the 2nd Indian Open Relay Competition in Chandigarh, sprinters Gurindervir Singh, Animesh Kujur, Manikanta Hoblidhar, and Amlan Borgohain broke the national record in the men’s 4x100m relay. They clocked 38.69 seconds, surpassing the previous record of 38.89 seconds set during the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi.
On 30 April 2025, the United States announced an economic partnership agreement with Ukraine granting Washington preferential access to Ukraine’s rare earth minerals in exchange for creating a joint Reconstruction Investment Fund. The fund will receive 50% of profits and royalties from new natural resource permits issued by Ukraine. However, the U.S. will not gain…
On 30 April 2025, the central government announced that caste enumeration will be included in the upcoming population census. Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that while some states have done caste-based surveys, the census is a Union subject under Article 246, and only the central government has the authority to conduct it. Vaishnaw…
Q. Who became the Prime Minister of Canada after the 2025 general election?A. Justin TrudeauB. Andrew ScheerC. Mark CarneyD. Jagmeet Singh Q. Where will the Asian Games 2026 be held?A. Beijing and ShanghaiB. Tokyo and OsakaC. Aichi and NagoyaD. Seoul and Busan Q. Who has been appointed as the 52nd Chief Justice of India?A. Sanjiv…
The National Archives of India launched a new book titled “Ramanujan: Journey of a Great Mathematician” on 30 April 2025 at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. The book highlights Srinivasa Ramanujan’s life, tracing his journey from Erode, Tamil Nadu, to becoming a pioneer in number theory, infinite series, and continued fractions. Despite minimal…
Justice B.R. Gavai has been appointed as the 52nd Chief Justice of India (CJI), effective from May 14, 2025, following the retirement of incumbent CJI Sanjiv Khanna on May 13. The appointment was confirmed by a notification from the Union Ministry of Law and Justice. Justice Gavai will serve for over six months, retiring on…