Hanuman Jayanti, celebrated on April 12, marks the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, a symbol of devotion, strength, and courage in Hindu mythology. Lord Hanuman, a key figure in the Ramayana, is revered for his loyalty to Lord Rama, heroic deeds like carrying the Sanjeevani mountain, and his unwavering faith and humility. On this day,…
Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jayanti, observed annually on April 11, commemorates the birth anniversary of one of India’s most influential social reformers, Jyotirao Phule. Born in 1827 in Satara, Maharashtra, Phule dedicated his life to challenging caste discrimination, promoting education for all, and advocating for social equality. Phule’s revolutionary contributions include establishing schools for girls and…
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted release trials of the Long-Range Glide Bomb ‘Gaurav’ from a Su-30 MKI aircraft on 12 April 2025. The Gaurav bomb demonstrated a range close to 100 km with high accuracy during the trials, according to the Defence Ministry. Gaurav is a 1000-kg class indigenously developed glide…
India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) rose 2.9% year-on-year in February 2025, showing moderate growth compared to 5.0% in January, as per the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. Sector-wise: Overall IIP stood at 151.3 in February, up from 147.1 last year. Within manufacturing, 14 of 23 industry groups posted gains, led by: Key drivers:…
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Q. In which format will cricket be played at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics? A. ODIB. TestC. T20D. The Hundred Q. Where was Lord Mahavir born? A. RajgirB. NalandaC. KundagramaD. Pataliputra Q. Which Indian archers are part of the men’s recurve team that reached the final? A. Deepika Kumari, Dhiraj Bommadevara, Tarundeep RaiB. Atanu Das,…
Tahawwur Rana, a key conspirator in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, was extradited to India on April 9, 2025. A Canadian national of Pakistani origin, Rana aided David Headley in conducting reconnaissance for the attacks. He will be in NIA custody for 18 days for interrogation. His extradition, following failed legal appeals in the U.S.,…
The Indian men’s recurve archery team—Dhiraj Bommadevara, Atanu Das, and Tarundeep Rai—has reached the final of the Archery World Cup Stage 1 in Florida, USA. They defeated Spain 6-2 in the semi-finals on April 10, 2025, after a 6-2 win over Indonesia in the quarterfinals. The team will face China in the final on Sunday…
Mahavir Jayanti is one of the most important religious festivals in Jainism. It celebrates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th and last Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) of Jainism. In 2025, Mahavir Jayanti was celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm on Sunday, April 10. On this day, Jains across the world pay homage to Lord Mahavir’s…
Cricket will be played in the T20 format at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, with six teams each in the Men’s and Women’s tournaments. The IOC Executive Board has approved the event programme and athlete quotas, allowing 90 players per gender (15 per team). Cricket is one of five new sports added to LA…
Q. World Homoeopathy Day is celebrated on which date each year? A. April 7B. April 10C. March 30D. May 5 Q: On April 9, 2025, which country did the US exclude from the 90-day global tariff pause announced by President Donald Trump? A. IndiaB. RussiaC. ChinaD. Germany Q: What is the revised repo rate announced…
On April 9, 2025, India approved the acquisition of 26 Rafale fighter jets from France to strengthen its naval capabilities amid growing Chinese presence in the Indian Ocean. The deal, estimated at ₹630 billion (approx. $7 billion), includes 22 single-seater and 4 twin-seater jets from Dassault Aviation. Approved by the Cabinet Committee on Security chaired…
On April 9, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously cut the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 6%, marking the second consecutive rate reduction this year. The Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) was adjusted to 5.75%, while the Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) and Bank Rate were set at 6.25%….
On April 9, 2025, US President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs for all countries except China, surprising many after days of strong rhetoric. Trump cited non-retaliation from over 75 countries as the reason for the pause, and during this period, a reduced 10% reciprocal tariff will apply. However, tariffs on China were…
World Homoeopathy Day is celebrated every year on April 10 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the founder of homoeopathy. The day aims to recognize his contributions and promote awareness of homoeopathy as a holistic and natural system of healing. The theme for 2025 is “Adhyayan, Adhyaapan, Anusandhaan” (Education, Practice, and Research),…
Q. Who won gold medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the ISSF World Cup 2025? A. Manu BhakerB. Suruchi SinghC. Jiang RanxinD. Qian Wei Q. Which event did Vijayveer Sidhu win at the ISSF World Cup 2025? A. 10m air rifleB. 50m pistolC. 25m rapid fire pistolD. Skeet shooting Q. When did…
On 8 April 2025, the Department of Financial Services (DFS) under the Ministry of Finance announced the amalgamation of 26 Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) as part of the fourth phase of consolidation, following the principle of “One State, One RRB.” This move aims to improve operational efficiency, rationalize costs, and enhance rural financial inclusion. The…
Navkar Mahamantra Divas is a spiritually significant event rooted in Jain philosophy, dedicated to the collective chanting of the Navkar Mahamantra—a sacred prayer that honors enlightened beings rather than deities. It emphasizes core values like non-violence (ahimsa), humility, self-awareness, and spiritual elevation. In 2025, the day is celebrated with a grand global event at Vigyan…
The Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025 officially came into force on April 8, 2025, following President Droupadi Murmu’s assent. The legislation had been passed by both Houses of Parliament the previous week. The amended law focuses on: Key objectives include: The Act aims to build a secular and well-governed system for Waqf affairs, ensuring public trust…
India continued its dominance in shooting at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with stellar performances on April 8, 2025, by Suruchi Singh and Vijayveer Sidhu. These victories lifted India to the top of the medal tally, with a total of 4 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze, marking a remarkable run…
Neighbouring Countries of India MCQ Questions in English for Competitive Exams. Important MCQs from previous year exam question papers. Neighbouring Countries of India MCQs Question 1: With how many countries does India share its borders in total? A) 5B) 6C) 7D) 8 Question 2: What type of border exists between India and Sri Lanka? A)…
Uttarakhand General Knowledge (GK) Questions for Competitive Exams. Important questions from previous year exam question papers for practice. Uttarakhand General Knowledge Questions Question 1: In Uttarakhand, what is a ‘Doon’ called? a) Structural valleysb) River valleysc) Alpine meadowsd) Narrow valleys Question 2: On which river is the Tehri Dam located? a) Gangab) Bhagirathic) Yamunad) Alaknanda…
Awards and Honours MCQs questions for Competitive Exams. Important gk question with answer and explanation for free online practice. Awards and Honours GK Questions Question 1: The Grammy Award is given in which field? A) ActingB) MusicC) SingingD) Boxing Question 2: Who was the first woman to receive the Bharat Ratna award? A) Mother TeresaB)…
Q. Which loan category under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) ranges from ₹50,000 to ₹5 lakh? A. ShishuB. KishorC. TarunD. Tarun Plus Q. Who won the gold medal in the men’s 10m air rifle event at ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires? A. Arjun BabutaB. Marcelo Julian GutierrezC. Rudrankksh Balasaheb PatilD. Kiran Ankush Jadhav…
On April 7, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) began its three-day bi-monthly monetary policy review meeting, with a key focus on deciding the benchmark repo rate. The meeting is led by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra and includes six members of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). The final decision is scheduled to be announced…
On April 7, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu was conferred the prestigious “Key to the City of Lisbon”, the highest civic honour of the Portuguese capital. The symbolic gesture, presented by Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas, officially recognises her as an honorary citizen of Lisbon. The ceremony took place at the Câmara Municipal de Lisboa and was…
Indian shooter Rudrankksh Balasaheb Patil won the gold medal in the men’s 10m air rifle event at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires on April 6, 2025. This is Patil’s second individual World Cup gold, having previously won the title at the 2023 Cairo edition. Local favorite Marcelo Julian Gutierrez secured bronze with…
On April 8, 2025, India marks 10 years since the launch of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), a flagship government scheme that provides collateral-free institutional finance to non-corporate, non-farm micro and small enterprises. Since its inception in 2015, PMMY has sanctioned over 52 crore loans worth ₹32.61 lakh crore. The average loan size has…
Q. Which key bill was passed after a heated midnight debate during the Budget Session of Parliament in April 2025? A. GST (Amendment) BillB. Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025C. Land Acquisition BillD. Uniform Civil Code Bill Q. What is the name of the highest civilian award conferred upon PM Modi by Sri Lanka? A. Bharat RatnaB….
World Health Day is being observed globally on 7 April 2025, focusing on the theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures” as declared by the World Health Organization (WHO). This year’s theme emphasizes ending preventable maternal and newborn deaths and promoting the long-term health and well-being of women. In India, the central government is actively working to…