Daily Current Affairs July 07

Dear Champions, as you all know that a lot of competitive exams have been notified consequently. Candidates have to prepare themselves according to the level of competition and expectation of the Recruitment board. Regarding that one of the most important topic is Daily Current Affairs July 07. Current Affairs in the form of contemporary events of national & international play a crucial role in almost every competitive exams like Banking, Insurance, SSC, UPSC, TNPSC, Railway etc.

Current affairs are the most dynamic yet scoring among all sections and need to be prepared from the right source. Here, we cafunsta team, providing Daily GK Updates, Current Affairs Questions, and Monthly current affairs pdf.

TO PURCHASE OUR BANKING AWARENESS (Latest Edition) – CLICK HERE

July 07 | Daily Current Affairs 2025

Important Days – Daily Current Affairs July 07

1. What was the theme of World Kiswahili Language Day 2025 as observed by UNESCO?
A) Promoting Indigenous Languages Globally
B) Kiswahili for Global Education and Access
C) Kiswahili: A Bridge for Cultural Diversity and Intercultural Dialogue
D) Uniting Africa Through Language
E) Kiswahili and Sustainable Development
Answer: C) Kiswahili: A Bridge for Cultural Diversity and Intercultural Dialogue

Event and Location:

• Event: 4th observance of World Kiswahili Language Day
• Location: Globally, with key events in Paris (UNESCO HQ) and Kigali, Rwanda
• Date: July 7, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) observed World Kiswahili Language Day with global events, panels, and performances to promote the Kiswahili language.
• Objectives: To recognize Kiswahili as a tool for peace, multiculturalism, and regional unity, and to promote its cultural and educational role across Africa and beyond.

Important Terms Explained:

• World Kiswahili Language Day: An international observance initiated by UNESCO in 2021 to honor the Kiswahili language’s contribution to unity, culture, and peace in Africa.
• Kiswahili: Also known as Swahili, it is a Bantu language from the Niger-Congo family, widely spoken across East, Central, and parts of Southern Africa.
• UNESCO: A specialized agency of the United Nations promoting education, science, culture, and communication worldwide; responsible for this observance.

Tabular Summary:

---

2. When is the United Nations’ World Rural Development Day (WRDD) observed annually?
A) June 5
B) July 6
C) September 21
D) October 15
E) August 12
Answer: B) July 6

Event and Location:

• Event: First-ever observance of World Rural Development Day (WRDD)
• Location: Global, with Indian celebrations in Andhra Pradesh
• Date: July 6, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: The United Nations observed the inaugural World Rural Development Day (WRDD) to raise global awareness on the importance of rural development in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Objectives: To highlight the role of rural communities—especially women, youth, and indigenous groups—in promoting agricultural advancement, digital and financial inclusion, ecosystem conservation, and poverty reduction.

Important Terms Explained:

• WRDD (World Rural Development Day): A UN-recognized day to promote integrated rural development globally, officially proclaimed in 2024 and first celebrated on July 6, 2025.
• CIRDAP (Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific): A regional intergovernmental organization established in 1979 to support rural development, headquartered in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
• SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals): A global UN framework of 17 goals aimed at achieving peace, prosperity, and sustainability by 2030, where rural development plays a major role.

Tabular Summary:

---

Sports – Daily Current Affairs July 07

3. Which venue did India win a Test match at for the first time in July 2025, becoming the first Asian team to do so?
A) Lord’s
B) Headingley
C) Old Trafford
D) Edgbaston
E) The Oval
Answer: D) Edgbaston

Event and Location:

• Event: India registers historic first Test win at Edgbaston, Birmingham
• Location: Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham, England
• Date: July 7, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: India defeated England by 336 runs at Edgbaston, breaking an eight-match winless streak at the venue, and becoming the first Asian team to win a Test match there.
• Objectives:
  • Mark a significant turnaround in India’s red-ball form after a poor run
  • Break a 58-year drought at Edgbaston, a ground considered a ‘fortress’ for England
  • Showcase emerging talent like Akash Deep and leadership under Shubman Gill

Important Terms Explained:

• Edgbaston: A historic cricket venue in Birmingham, England, where India had never won a Test in eight previous attempts since 1967.
• Bazball: A nickname for England’s ultra-aggressive Test cricket approach under captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum (“Baz”), known for rapid scoring and unconventional tactics.
• 10-wicket Match Haul: A bowler taking 10 or more wickets in a single Test match; Akash Deep became only the sixth Indian pacer to achieve this in an away Test.

Tabular Summary:

---

4. How many total medals did India win at the World Boxing Cup 2025 Kazakhstan?
A) 9
B) 10
C) 11
D) 12
E) 13
Answer: C) 11

Event and Location:

• Event: India wins 11 medals at World Boxing Cup 2025
• Location: Astana, Kazakhstan
• Date: June 30 to July 7, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: India’s boxing contingent secured 11 medals – 3 gold, 5 silver, and 3 bronze – at the World Boxing Cup 2025 Kazakhstan, a global ranking tournament organised by World Boxing.
• Objectives: To earn global ranking points and secure qualification for the World Boxing Cup Finals in New Delhi in November 2025, while showcasing India’s rising strength in women’s boxing.

Important Terms Explained:

• World Boxing Cup: A global ranking tournament organized by World Boxing, launched in 2023 to promote Olympic-level boxing, offering elite male and female boxers a path to the year-end finals.
• World Boxing: An independent governing body established in April 2023, comprising 55 national federations, aiming to ensure that boxing remains in the Olympic program.
• Ranking Points: Points awarded based on performance in designated tournaments. These determine qualification for elite competitions like the World Boxing Cup Finals.

Tabular Summary:

---

5. Which team won the Equestrian Champions League 2025 held in Coimbatore?
A) Pegasus Sports
B) Bengaluru Knights
C) Golconda Chargers
D) Chennai Bulls
E) Quantum Reins
Answer: D) Chennai Bulls

Event and Location:

• Event: Chennai Bulls wins the Equestrian Champions League 2025
• Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
• Date: July 7, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Organization of Equestrian Champions League 2025, India’s premier national-level show jumping tournament conducted by Equine Sports India Federation and Indigenous Horse Society – Tamil Nadu.
• Objectives: To promote equestrian sports through a franchise-based league model, provide a platform for skilled riders across states, and create mass interest in show jumping as a competitive sport in India.

Important Terms Explained:

• Equestrian Champions League: A national-level show jumping tournament and the world’s first franchise-format equestrian league, promoted as India’s biggest show jumping event.
• Show Jumping: An equestrian event where riders on horseback aim to jump over a series of obstacles (called stands) within a set time, without knocking them down.
• Jump Off: A timed final round involving top-performing equestrians from the main round, usually with a shortened or altered course to break ties or determine top ranks.

Tabular Summary:

---

6. Which Indian cricketer became the second after Sunil Gavaskar to score a double century and a century in the same Test match?
A) Virat Kohli
B) Rishabh Pant
C) Shubman Gill
D) Karun Nair
E) Ravindra Jadeja
Answer: C) Shubman Gill

Event and Location:

• Event: Shubman Gill scores a double century and a century in the same Test match
• Location: Edgbaston, England
• Date: July 5, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Indian captain Shubman Gill scored 269 in the first innings and 161 in the second innings of the second Test against England, becoming the second Indian to achieve a double century and a century in the same Test match.
• Objectives: To highlight a rare and significant individual cricket achievement that places Gill in an elite group of international cricketers, showcasing his dominance as a batsman and captain.

Important Terms Explained:

• Double Century: In cricket, a score of 200 or more runs by a batsman in a single innings.
• Same Test Match 200+ & 100+: A rare feat where a player scores over 200 runs in one innings and 100+ runs in the second innings of the same Test, reflecting high levels of consistency and stamina.
• Edgbaston: A prominent cricket ground in Birmingham, England, and a regular venue for Test matches involving the England cricket team.

Tabular Summary:

---

Ranking – Daily Current Affairs July 07

7. According to the World Bank, what is India’s rank among the world’s most equal societies based on the Gini Index?
A) 1st
B) 3rd
C) 4th
D) 5th
E) 6th
Answer: C) 4th

Event and Location:

• Event: India ranked 4th most equal society globally by World Bank based on Gini Index
• Location: Global (India-specific focus)
• Date: July 2025 (data released for 2022)

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: The World Bank has released global Gini Index data placing India at the 4th position among 170 countries in terms of income equality, with a Gini Index of 25.5.
• Objectives:
  • Highlight India’s progress in income equality and social equity
  • Measure how income and consumption are distributed among the population
  • Benchmark India’s socioeconomic equity progress against global standards

Important Terms Explained:

• Gini Index: A measure of inequality in income distribution where 0 represents perfect equality and 100 represents perfect inequality. Lower scores mean more equal societies.
• Moderately Low Inequality: Countries with a Gini Index between 25 and 30. India, with 25.5, falls in this range but is close to entering the “low inequality” bracket (<25).
• Low Inequality Countries: Include the Slovak Republic (24.1), Slovenia (24.3), and Belarus (24.4)—ranked above India.

Tabular Summary:

---

 

Business and Economy – Daily Current Affairs July 07

8. How much did Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC raise in the first close of its Structured Opportunities Fund – Series II?
A) ₹1,250 crore
B) ₹700 crore
C) ₹2,500 crore
D) ₹1,000 crore
E) ₹500 crore
Answer: B) ₹700 crore

Event and Location:

• Event: First close of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC’s Structured Opportunities Fund – Series II
• Location: Mumbai, India
• Date: July 7, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC raised ₹700 crore in the first close of its Category II AIF Structured Opportunities Fund – Series II, with a target of ₹1,250 crore and a greenshoe option of another ₹1,250 crore.
• Objectives: To invest in performing credit opportunities by offering structured capital solutions for mid-to-large corporates in asset-heavy sectors, targeting a mid-teens internal rate of return (IRR).

Important Terms Explained:

• AIF (Alternative Investment Fund): A privately pooled investment vehicle which collects funds from investors for investing in accordance with a defined investment policy; regulated by SEBI.
• Category II AIF: A classification under SEBI regulations that includes private equity funds, debt funds, and other types not listed under Category I or III, typically with no leverage except for day-to-day operations.
• Greenshoe Option: A clause that allows the fund to raise additional capital beyond the original target amount (₹1,250 crore), in this case up to an extra ₹1,250 crore, allowing a total raise of ₹2,500 crore.
• Structured Credit: Customized credit solutions offered to companies, often backed by strong collateral and aimed at higher risk-adjusted returns.

Tabular Summary:

---

9. Which airline signed a three-year base maintenance agreement with GMR Aero Technic in July 2025?
A) IndiGo
B) Air India Express
C) SpiceJet
D) Akasa Air
E) Vistara
Answer: D) Akasa Air

Event and Location:

• Event: Signing of a three-year base maintenance agreement between GMR Aero Technic and Akasa Air
• Location: Hyderabad, India
• Date: July 7, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: GMR Aero Technic signed a three-year agreement with Akasa Air to provide scheduled base maintenance services for the airline’s Boeing 737 MAX fleet at its facility in the GMR Aerospace & Industrial Park, Hyderabad.
• Objectives: To ensure Akasa Air maintains a modern, efficient, and safe fleet while strengthening India’s domestic MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) industry through strategic partnerships.

Important Terms Explained:

• Base Maintenance (C-Check): A comprehensive maintenance check that includes in-depth inspection and servicing of aircraft systems, typically done at specialized facilities.
• MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul): An essential component of aviation operations involving inspection, repair, and upgrade of aircraft to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Boeing 737 MAX: A modern, fuel-efficient aircraft model used widely in commercial aviation, including in Akasa Air’s expanding fleet.

Tabular Summary:

---

10. How much did Jio BlackRock raise through its debut mutual fund offer that closed on July 2, 2025?
A) ₹15,200 crore
B) ₹20,000 crore
C) ₹17,800 crore
D) ₹12,500 crore
E) ₹10,300 crore
Answer: C) ₹17,800 crore

Event and Location:

• Event: Jio BlackRock raises ₹17,800 crore via debut mutual fund NFO
• Location: Pan-India (Digital and Institutional Platforms)
• Date: July 2, 2025 (NFO Close); Announcement on July 7, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: JioBlackRock Asset Management, a joint venture between Jio Financial Services and BlackRock, raised ₹17,800 crore through its first New Fund Offer (NFO), spread across three mutual fund schemes.
• Objectives: To offer short-duration debt investment solutions with low volatility to retail and institutional investors, leveraging a digital-first approach to increase retail participation in mutual funds.

Important Terms Explained:

• New Fund Offer (NFO): The first-time subscription offer for a new mutual fund scheme launched by an Asset Management Company (AMC).
• Overnight Fund, Liquid Fund, Money Market Fund: Debt mutual fund categories focusing on short-term investments—Overnight Funds invest in one-day maturity instruments, Liquid Funds in up to 91-day securities, and Money Market Funds in debt instruments with maturities up to one year.
• Debt AUM (Assets Under Management): Total market value of all debt securities held in the fund. Ranking among the top AMCs by Debt AUM implies significant institutional confidence and scale.

Tabular Summary:

---

 

Appointments – Daily Current Affairs July 07

11. Who has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the International Cricket Council (ICC) effective July 7, 2025?
A) Jay Shah
B) Devajit Saikia
C) Imran Khwaja
D) Sanjog Gupta
E) Shammi Silva
Answer: D) Sanjog Gupta

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of Sanjog Gupta as ICC CEO
• Location: Global (ICC Headquarters – Dubai, UAE)
• Date: July 7, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Appointment of Sanjog Gupta as the new Chief Executive Officer of the International Cricket Council (ICC) following a global recruitment process.
• Objectives: To leverage his expertise in media, sports strategy, and fan engagement to expand cricket’s global reach, enhance commercialization, improve digital fan experience, and drive cricket’s inclusion in multi-sport global events like the Olympics.

Important Terms Explained:

• International Cricket Council (ICC): The global governing body of cricket responsible for overseeing international matches, events like the World Cup, rankings, and the sport’s global development.
• JioStar: A media entity formed from the merger of Viacom18 and Disney Star, responsible for sports broadcasting, with Sanjog Gupta as its CEO – Sports & Live Experiences.
• Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games: A global multi-sport event where cricket is set to be included, marking a milestone for the game’s expansion beyond traditional markets.

Tabular Summary:

---

12. Which IIT Guwahati student has been appointed as Lead – Communications & PR in the Commonwealth Youth Peace Ambassadors Network (CYPAN) for 2025–2027?
A) Riya Kalita
B) Sukanya Sonowal
C) Pratiksha Das
D) Meenakshi Boro
E) Ishita Bhuyan
Answer: B) Sukanya Sonowal

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of Sukanya Sonowal as Lead – Communications & PR in CYPAN Executive Committee
• Location: Commonwealth (Global); Hails from Lakhimpur, Assam, India
• Date: July 5, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Sukanya Sonowal, a fourth-year student at IIT Guwahati, has been appointed to the Executive Committee of the Commonwealth Youth Peace Ambassadors Network (CYPAN) as Lead – Communications & Public Relations for the 2025–2027 term.
• Objectives:
  • To lead communication strategies for a youth-led global peace network
  • To amplify youth voices, counter violent extremism, and promote peace and dialogue across 56 Commonwealth countries
  • To recognise and empower young leaders committed to international peacebuilding and advocacy

Important Terms Explained:

• Commonwealth Youth Peace Ambassadors Network (CYPAN): A global, youth-led initiative under the Commonwealth Secretariat that focuses on peacebuilding, preventing violent extremism, and promoting youth engagement across 56 nations.
• IIT Guwahati: A premier engineering and technology institute in India, known for academic excellence and fostering leadership among students.
• STEMvibe & The Integral Cup: Student-led initiatives by Sukanya Sonowal — STEMvibe is a national STEM outreach program; The Integral Cup is a prestigious national undergraduate mathematics competition.

Tabular Summary:

---

13. Who has been appointed as the new CEO of the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) in July 2025?
A) Rajesh Bansal
B) Rakesh Ranjan
C) Nandan Nilekani
D) Sahil Kini
E) Abhijeet Bose
Answer: D) Sahil Kini

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of Sahil Kini as CEO of Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH)
• Location: Bengaluru, India
• Date: July 2, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Sahil Kini has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) following a competitive selection process involving over 400 applicants.
• Objectives:
  • Drive technology-led innovation in the financial sector
  • Promote financial inclusion, consumer protection, and startup collaboration
  • Build strong connections between fintechs, regulators, academia, and public stakeholders
  • Lead RBIH’s mission to foster a cutting-edge, inclusive financial ecosystem

Important Terms Explained:

• Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH): A wholly owned subsidiary of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) established to drive innovation across the financial ecosystem through partnerships, research, and product development.
• IndiaStack: A set of APIs and digital public infrastructure that enable digital identity, payments, and data sharing in India. Kini was part of its early development.
• API Infrastructure: A framework allowing software applications to communicate. Kini’s company Setu offered APIs for payments, savings, and credit, contributing significantly to India’s fintech growth.

Tabular Summary:

---

14. Who has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director on the Board of InterGlobe Aviation Ltd (IndiGo)?
A) Rajiv Bansal
B) Amitabh Kant
C) Arvind Panagariya
D) V. K. Paul
E) Nandan Nilekani
Answer: B) Amitabh Kant

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of Amitabh Kant as Non-Executive Director at IndiGo
• Location: InterGlobe Aviation Ltd (IndiGo), India
• Date: July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: IndiGo has appointed Amitabh Kant, former NITI Aayog CEO and G20 Sherpa, as a Non-Executive Director on its Board, subject to necessary regulatory and shareholder approvals.
• Objectives:
  • To leverage Kant’s deep expertise in governance, policy reform, infrastructure, and branding to support IndiGo’s strategic vision
  • Strengthen IndiGo’s positioning as a global aviation player and boost India’s air connectivity, trade, and tourism ambitions

Important Terms Explained:

• Non-Executive Director: A board member who does not partake in daily operations but offers strategic guidance, oversight, and governance expertise to help shape organizational decisions.
• InterGlobe Aviation Ltd: Parent company of IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share and fleet size.
• G20 Sherpa: India’s representative for G20 negotiations. Amitabh Kant, in this role, coordinated India’s global diplomatic strategy and contributed to the New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration.
• NITI Aayog: National Institution for Transforming India, a policy think tank of the Government of India, previously led by Kant for six years.

Tabular Summary:

---

15. Who has been elected as the first female president of Suriname in July 2025?
A) Chan Santokhi
B) Desi Bouterse
C) Jennifer Geerlings-Simons
D) Ranu Abhelakh
E) Indira Misier
Answer: C) Jennifer Geerlings-Simons

Event and Location:

• Event: Jennifer Geerlings-Simons elected as Suriname’s first woman president
• Location: Paramaribo, Suriname
• Date: July 6, 2025 (Election); Inauguration scheduled for July 16, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Lawmakers in Suriname elected Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, 71, as the country’s first female president, following the victory of her party – National Democratic Party (NDP) – in the May 2025 legislative elections.
• Objectives:
  • Provide leadership during a time of economic crisis
  • Ensure equitable distribution of future oil revenues
  • Promote youth development and prioritize opportunities for marginalized populations
  • Strengthen national unity ahead of Suriname’s 50th independence anniversary

Important Terms Explained:

• National Democratic Party (NDP): A major political party in Suriname, previously led by Desi Bouterse, a former military ruler who later became president. The party secured 18 seats and formed a coalition with 5 other parties to claim a majority.
• Belt and Road Initiative (BRI): A global infrastructure and economic development project led by China, which Suriname joined in 2019 to strengthen ties and attract investment.

Tabular Summary:

---

Awards – Daily Current Affairs July 07

16. Which city presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the ceremonial ‘Key to the City’ in July 2025?
A) Paris
B) New York
C) Buenos Aires
D) Berlin
E) Tokyo
Answer: C) Buenos Aires

Event and Location:

• Event: PM Narendra Modi receives ‘Key to the City’ in Buenos Aires and pays homage to Gandhi & Tagore
• Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Date: July 6, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the ‘Key to the City’ from Jorge Macri, the Head of City Government of Buenos Aires, and paid tributes at the statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore.
• Objectives: To honour India’s global cultural influence and acknowledge PM Modi’s efforts in strengthening India–Argentina diplomatic relations while promoting shared values of peace, education, and humanity.

Important Terms Explained:

• Key to the City: A symbolic civic honor traditionally given to a visiting dignitary, recognizing their contribution to bilateral relations or global peace.
• Mahatma Gandhi: Father of the Nation in India, globally admired for his philosophy of non-violence, truth, and civil disobedience as tools for social and political change.
• Rabindranath Tagore (Gurudev): Indian Nobel Laureate in Literature (1913), known for his poetry, writings, and emphasis on education and universal human values. He visited Argentina in 1924 and inspired local scholars.

Tabular Summary:

---

17. Which Indian actress has become the first to be named for a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
A) Priyanka Chopra
B) Aishwarya Rai
C) Freida Pinto
D) Alia Bhatt
E) Deepika Padukone
Answer: E) Deepika Padukone

Event and Location:

• Event: Deepika Padukone named to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
• Location: Hollywood, Los Angeles, USA
• Date: July 4, 2025 (announcement)

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has been selected as an honoree for the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026 in the Motion Pictures category, becoming the first Indian actress to receive this recognition.
• Objectives:
  • To acknowledge Deepika’s global influence in cinema and her contributions to international film
  • To represent and celebrate Indian talent on prestigious global platforms
  • To inspire greater South Asian representation and pride in global entertainment spaces

Important Terms Explained:

• Hollywood Walk of Fame: A public monument in Los Angeles honoring exceptional figures in the entertainment industry with a star embedded in the sidewalk. It includes categories like Motion Pictures, Television, Music, and more.
• Motion Pictures Category: One of the five categories on the Walk of Fame, recognizing achievements in acting, directing, or producing feature-length films.
• Freida Pinto: Indian actress known globally for her role in Slumdog Millionaire, who voiced support for Deepika and called for community pride over controversy.

Tabular Summary:

---

International Affairs – Daily Current Affairs July 07

18. Which two countries were admitted as new borrowing members of the New Development Bank (NDB) in July 2025?
A) Bangladesh and UAE
B) Colombia and Uzbekistan
C) Egypt and Uruguay
D) Algeria and Indonesia
E) Brazil and China
Answer: B) Colombia and Uzbekistan

Event and Location:

• Event: Colombia and Uzbekistan join New Development Bank (NDB) as borrowing members
• Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Date: July 5, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Colombia and Uzbekistan were officially admitted to the New Development Bank (NDB) after meeting criteria including UN membership, capital contributions, and completion of the accession process.
• Objectives: To expand the NDB’s membership base and maintain BRICS nations’ control over more than 55% of total voting power, while boosting development financing in Emerging Markets and Developing Countries (EMDCs).

Important Terms Explained:

• New Development Bank (NDB): A multilateral development institution established by BRICS nations to finance sustainable infrastructure and development in emerging economies.
• Board of Governors (BoG): The highest decision-making body of the NDB composed of finance ministers or equivalent representatives of member countries.
• BRICS: An international grouping of five major emerging economies—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—that initiated the formation of the NDB in 2015.

Tabular Summary:

---

National Affairs – Daily Current Affairs July 07

19. How much rental income did each SHG in Telangana receive for leasing buses to TGSRTC?
A) ₹50,000
B) ₹60,000
C) ₹69,468
D) ₹70,000
E) ₹72,500
Answer: C) ₹69,468

Event and Location:

• Event: Disbursement of first rental income to Telangana SHGs for leasing buses to TGSRTC
• Location: Telangana, India
• Date: July 5, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Women Self Help Groups (Mandal Mahila Samakhyas) in Telangana received their first lease payment after providing buses to Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC).
• Objectives: To empower women financially through asset-based leasing initiatives and increase their participation in public sector service delivery by allowing them to own and lease commercial buses.

Important Terms Explained:

• Self Help Groups (SHGs): Community-based groups primarily formed by women to promote savings, credit access, and income-generating activities at the grassroots level.
• TGSRTC (Telangana State Road Transport Corporation): The state-run bus transport organization in Telangana responsible for public transportation across the state.
• SERP (Society for Elimination of Rural Poverty): A Telangana government initiative focused on rural poverty alleviation through community mobilization, financial inclusion, and livelihood promotion. It provided ₹30 lakh funding per group for bus procurement.

Tabular Summary:

---

20. From which date will the Kacheguda–Yesvantpur Vande Bharat Express operate with 16 coaches?
A) July 5, 2025
B) July 7, 2025
C) July 10, 2025
D) July 12, 2025
E) July 15, 2025
Answer: C) July 10, 2025

Event and Location:

• Event: Augmentation of coach composition in Kacheguda–Yesvantpur Vande Bharat Express
• Location: Hyderabad – Bengaluru route
• Date: Effective from July 10, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: South Central Railway (SCR) has increased the number of coaches in Train No. 20703/20704 Vande Bharat Express from 8 to 16 due to consistent high passenger demand.
• Objectives: To increase passenger capacity and improve travel convenience on the high-demand corridor between the IT hubs of Hyderabad and Bengaluru.

Important Terms Explained:

• Vande Bharat Express: A semi-high-speed, fully air-conditioned train service developed by Indian Railways featuring modern facilities and faster intercity connectivity.
• Chair Car & Executive Class: Chair Car (CC) is a premium air-conditioned seating class, while Executive Class (EC) offers more space and luxury features similar to business class air travel.
• Train Rake Augmentation: Refers to the process of increasing the number of coaches in a train to enhance passenger-carrying capacity.

Tabular Summary:

---

21. What is the name of India’s first 3D-printed flexible toy brand launched by WOL3D?
A) ToyFlex
B) Vinglits
C) PrintiPlay
D) Kid3D
E) FlexiFun
Answer: B) Vinglits

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of India’s first 3D-printed flexible toy brand ‘Vinglits’
• Location: 16th Toy Exhibition, New Delhi
• Date: July 7, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: WOL3D launched Vinglits, a brand of flexible, biodegradable, and 3D-printed toys at the 16th Toy Exhibition in Delhi.
• Objectives: To revolutionize the Indian toy market using additive manufacturing technology, targeting both domestic consumers and exports with innovative, eco-friendly, educational, and collectible toys.

Important Terms Explained:

• Additive Manufacturing: Also known as 3D printing, it refers to the process of creating objects by adding material layer by layer, enabling complex and flexible designs not possible through traditional methods.
• Biodegradable Materials: Substances that naturally break down over time through biological processes, making Vinglits an environmentally friendly toy alternative.
• Vinglits: India’s first brand of 3D-printed flexible toys, introduced by WOL3D, offering toys made of biodegradable materials and serving as stress-relief and learning tools.

Tabular Summary:

---

22. Under the new APAR framework starting 2025-26, how many minimum courses must Central Government employees complete per level under Mission Karmayogi?
A) 4
B) 5
C) 6
D) 8
E) 10
Answer: C) 6

Event and Location:

• Event: Mandatory completion of Mission Karmayogi courses linked to APAR assessment
• Location: Nationwide (India)
• Date: July 7, 2025 (announcement), effective from reporting year 2025–26

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: From the APAR cycle of 2026–27, all Central Government employees and All India Services (AIS) officers will be required to complete and pass mandatory Mission Karmayogi courses as part of their Annual Performance Assessment Report (APAR).
• Objectives: To enhance competency-based capacity building across government departments and ensure continuous learning, skill development, and alignment of civil services with national goals and global best practices.

Important Terms Explained:

• Mission Karmayogi (NPCSCB): A National Programme for Civil Services Capacity Building, launched in 2020 to transform Indian bureaucracy by enhancing its effectiveness through online learning via the iGOT Karmayogi platform.
• APAR (Annual Performance Assessment Report): A yearly report evaluating the performance, conduct, and capabilities of government employees, critical for promotions, postings, and service records.
• iGOT Karmayogi Platform: An Integrated Government Online Training portal for digital learning under Mission Karmayogi, where employees complete competency-based courses.
• MDO (Ministry/Department/Organisation): Central authority responsible for prescribing job-specific course requirements for employees.
• CCA (Cadre Controlling Authority): The designated authority that manages and oversees the service conditions and career development of officers belonging to a particular cadre.

Tabular Summary:

---

23. What is the name of the newly launched poverty alleviation scheme by the Rajasthan government targeting BPL families?
A) Grameen Vikas Yojana
B) Rajasthan Self-Reliance Scheme
C) Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Antyodaya Yojana
D) Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Poverty-Free Village Scheme
E) Jan Kalyan Gram Upliftment Scheme
Answer: D) Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Poverty-Free Village Scheme

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Poverty-Free Village Scheme for rural poverty alleviation
• Location: Rajasthan, India
• Date: July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of a rural poverty eradication initiative across 5,000 villages in Phase 1 by the Rajasthan government, with a budget of ₹300 crore targeting BPL families through skill-building, financial inclusion, and self-employment.
• Objectives:
  • Achieve poverty-free villages through structured interventions and livelihood creation
  • Offer incentives to self-reliant families and promote financial independence
  • Integrate data-driven action plans with existing government schemes
  • Recognize and reward top-performing districts for implementation efficiency

Important Terms Explained:

• BPL (Below Poverty Line): A government classification used to identify households with income levels below a defined poverty threshold, eligible for various welfare benefits.
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): A system through which subsidies or financial assistance are directly transferred to beneficiaries’ bank accounts, ensuring transparency and efficiency.
• Self-Reliant Family Card: A recognition document issued to families that have officially moved above the poverty line through personal efforts or program support.
• Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Antyodaya Sambal Fortnight: A special outreach initiative aimed at recognizing and empowering economically weak families through targeted interventions and public awareness.

Tabular Summary:

---

24. Which Indian state has become the first to implement Aadhaar-based face authentication for ration distribution?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Maharashtra
C) Tamil Nadu
D) Himachal Pradesh
E) Gujarat
Answer: D) Himachal Pradesh

Event and Location:

• Event: Himachal Pradesh launches Aadhaar-based face authentication for ration delivery under PDS
• Location: Himachal Pradesh, India
• Date: July 5, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • Launch of Aadhaar-based Face Authentication (FaceAuth) for verifying ration beneficiaries under the Public Distribution System (PDS)
  • Implemented by the Department of Digital Technologies and Governance (DDTG) in Himachal Pradesh
• Objectives:
  • To streamline the authentication process and reduce issues related to biometric mismatches and OTP failures
  • To enhance inclusivity and accessibility for ration beneficiaries
  • To improve efficiency in delivery of essential public services

Important Terms Explained:

• Face Authentication (FaceAuth):
  • A digital identity verification method using facial recognition technology via smartphone cameras
  • Integrated with Aadhaar authentication for improved accuracy and convenience in public service delivery
• Public Distribution System (PDS):
  • Government-run food security system that distributes subsidized food grains and essentials to eligible beneficiaries
  • Traditionally reliant on biometric or OTP-based Aadhaar verification methods
• UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India):
  • Statutory authority that manages the Aadhaar identification system in India
  • Provides APIs for biometric, demographic, and OTP-based authentication services

Tabular Summary:

---

25. What is the key objective of the newly inaugurated Phenome India National Biobank at CSIR-IGIB?
A) Promoting export of herbal medicines
B) Creating a longitudinal health database for personalised medicine
C) Developing vaccines for tropical diseases
D) Facilitating commercial biotech startups
E) Setting up AI-powered hospitals
Answer: B) Creating a longitudinal health database for personalised medicine

Event and Location:

• Event: Inauguration of Phenome India “National Biobank” and launch of India’s Longitudinal Population Study
• Location: CSIR-IGIB, New Delhi
• Date: July 6, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • Launch of a state-of-the-art National Biobank under the Phenome India Project
  • Initiation of India’s first large-scale longitudinal population study tracking health over time
  • Collection of genomic, lifestyle, and clinical data from 10,000 individuals across India
• Objectives:
  • Enable personalised medicine based on genetic and lifestyle factors
  • Improve early disease diagnosis and targeted treatment, especially for complex diseases like cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular issues
  • Provide indigenous data to power AI-based diagnostics and CRISPR therapies
  • Advance national efforts in sickle cell anaemia, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and rare disorders

Important Terms Explained:

• Phenome India Project:
  • A large-scale, longitudinal population health study designed to understand disease patterns and gene-environment interactions in Indian populations
  • It includes lifestyle, genomic, and clinical data for research over time
• National Biobank:
  • A centralized facility for collecting, storing, and analyzing biospecimens and related health data from Indian participants
  • Aimed at building India’s own UK Biobank-style repository with local specificity
• CRISPR-based Therapies:
  • Genome-editing tools that can precisely alter DNA to treat diseases such as sickle cell anaemia, liver fibrosis, and AMR
  • IGIB is developing indigenous CRISPR trials in India for affordability and relevance

Tabular Summary:

---

---

Over All Review

DOWNLOAD TODAY’S CURRENT AFFAIRS PDF – CLICK HERE

You Must Also Read Daily Current Affairs July 05 & 06