Daily Current Affairs July 16

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July 16 | Daily Current Affairs 2025

Important Days – Daily Current Affairs July 16

1. Who received the Kalinga Ratna Award 2024 from the President of India during the birth anniversary celebrations of Adikabi Sarala Das?
A) Narendra Modi
B) Dharmendra Pradhan
C) Bijaya Nayak
D) Amit Shah
E) Jagdeep Dhankhar
Answer: B) Dharmendra Pradhan

Event and Location:

• Event: Birth anniversary celebrations of Adikabi Sarala Das and presentation of Kalinga Ratna Award 2024
• Location: Cuttack, Odisha
• Date: 15 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: President of India Droupadi Murmu participated in the celebration of Adikabi Sarala Das’s birth anniversary and presented the Kalinga Ratna Award 2024 to Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
• Objectives: To honor the contributions of Adikabi Sarala Das to Indian literature, recognize individuals contributing to education and literature, and promote cultural unity and linguistic heritage through such awards and celebrations.

Important Terms Explained:

• Adikabi Sarala Das: Revered as the first poet (Adikabi) of Odisha, best known for composing the Odia Mahabharata, a monumental work in Indian regional literature.
• Kalinga Ratna Award: A prestigious recognition awarded for outstanding contributions in literature, education, and public service, particularly connected to Odisha’s culture and heritage.
• National Education Policy (NEP) 2020: India’s educational policy framework emphasizing mother tongue-based education, holistic learning, and cultural integration in the education system.

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2. What is the theme of World Snake Day 2025?
A) Snakes: Protectors of the Wild
B) Respect, Don’t Fear: Protecting Nature’s Silent Guardians
C) Save Snakes, Save Nature
D) Snake Conservation: A Global Duty
E) Guardians of the Ecosystem: Snakes Matter
Answer: B) Respect, Don’t Fear: Protecting Nature’s Silent Guardians

Event and Location:

• Event: Celebration of World Snake Day 2025
• Location: Global
• Date: 16 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Observing World Snake Day through educational campaigns, awareness drives, and conservation initiatives focusing on snakes.
• Objectives: To spread awareness about the ecological importance of snakes, reduce myths and misconceptions, encourage habitat protection, and promote ethical treatment towards snakes.

Important Terms Explained:

• Habitat Loss: The destruction of natural ecosystems that forces snakes out of their environment, increasing human-animal conflict and reducing biodiversity.
• Exotic Pet Trade: The illegal or unethical practice of keeping wild species like snakes as pets, often leading to high mortality rates and animal cruelty.
• Ecological Balance: The natural equilibrium maintained in ecosystems where snakes control pest populations and contribute to the food chain.

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Ranking – Daily Current Affairs July 16

3. Which Indian city has been ranked the world’s most affordable student city in the QS Best Student Cities Rankings 2026?
A) Mumbai
B) Bengaluru
C) Delhi
D) Chennai
E) Hyderabad
Answer: C) Delhi

Event and Location:

• Event: QS Best Student Cities Rankings 2026 announcement featuring significant rise of Indian cities
• Location: Global (India-specific highlights: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai)
• Date: 16 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Release of the QS Best Student Cities Rankings 2026 by QS Quacquarelli Symonds, evaluating cities on university quality, affordability, employer reputation, and student diversity.
• Objectives: To assess and rank cities worldwide on their attractiveness to students based on education quality, cost of living, and employability outcomes, while highlighting India’s growing global academic presence and affordability advantage.

Important Terms Explained:

• QS Best Student Cities Rankings: An annual ranking by QS Quacquarelli Symonds, measuring cities’ appeal to students across factors like academic reputation, affordability, and graduate employability.
• Affordability Index: A metric within the QS rankings assessing cost of tuition and living expenses, with Delhi scoring the highest globally for affordability in 2026.
• Employer Activity: A QS metric evaluating how favourably employers view graduates from a city, indicating strong graduate outcomes and job prospects.

QS BEST STUDENT CITIES RANKINGS 2026 (INDIAN CITIES HIGHLIGHTED):

TOP 5 GLOBAL CITIES IN QS BEST STUDENT CITIES RANKINGS 2026:

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4. According to UNICEF and WHO data for 2024, which region recorded its highest-ever child immunisation coverage?
A) East Asia
B) Africa
C) South America
D) South Asia
E) Europe
Answer: D) South Asia

Event and Location:

• Event: South Asia achieves record-high child immunisation coverage in 2024
• Location: South Asia (Key highlights: India, Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh)
• Date: 15 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Release of UNICEF and WHO immunisation data for 2024, showcasing record-high vaccination coverage across South Asia, particularly in DTP3, measles, and HPV vaccines.
• Objectives: To highlight the progress in reducing zero-dose children, improve child health through vaccination, and sustain momentum towards global immunisation targets under the Immunization Agenda 2030 (IA2030).

Important Terms Explained:

• DTP Vaccine: A combination vaccine protecting against Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (whooping cough); DTP3 coverage is a key global health indicator.
• Zero-dose Children: Children who have not received even the first dose of DTP-containing vaccines.
• HPV Vaccine: A vaccine protecting against Human Papillomavirus, which is linked to cervical cancer; its uptake is crucial for adolescent girls’ health.
• IA2030 (Immunization Agenda 2030): A global strategy led by WHO, UNICEF, and Gavi to ensure equitable vaccine access and coverage by 2030.

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Banking and Finance – Daily Current Affairs July 16

5. From July 17, 2025, how many Indian banks will be part of the expanded UPI-PayNow cross-border remittance service between India and Singapore?
A) 10
B) 13
C) 15
D) 19
E) 25
Answer: D) 19

Event and Location:

• Event: Expansion of UPI-PayNow cross-border remittance service to include 19 Indian banks
• Location: India and Singapore
• Date: 17 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Expansion of the UPI-PayNow linkage to include 13 additional Indian banks, bringing the total to 19 banks, for real-time cross-border remittances between India and Singapore.
• Objectives: To strengthen financial connectivity, enable real-time, secure, and efficient cross-border transactions, especially benefiting the Indian diaspora in Singapore (students, migrant workers), and enhance India’s global digital payment footprint.

Important Terms Explained:

• UPI (Unified Payments Interface): India’s instant real-time payment system developed by NPCI that facilitates inter-bank transactions via mobile platforms.
• PayNow: Singapore’s real-time payment system allowing fund transfers using mobile numbers or NRIC/FIN.
• NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL): A subsidiary of National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) responsible for expanding UPI globally.

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Appointments – Daily Current Affairs July 17

6. Who has been appointed as the Chairperson of the National Medical Commission (NMC) for a four-year term in 2025?
A) Dr. M.K. Ramesh
B) Dr. Abhijat Sheth
C) Dr. Randeep Guleria
D) Dr. Jagat Prakash Nadda
E) Dr. V.K. Paul
Answer: B) Dr. Abhijat Sheth

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointments made to fill vacant positions at the National Medical Commission (NMC)
• Location: New Delhi, India
• Date: 15 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved 24 appointments at NMC and its four autonomous boards to strengthen medical education regulation and oversight in India.
• Objectives: To enhance the functioning of the NMC, address leadership gaps, and implement reforms in medical education, ensuring regulatory stability ahead of the next academic session.

Important Terms Explained:

• National Medical Commission (NMC): India’s apex medical education regulator established under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019, responsible for overseeing medical education, ethics, and assessments.
• Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC): A high-level committee that approves senior appointments in government institutions; chaired by the Prime Minister.
• National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET): A standardized exam conducted by NMC for admissions into undergraduate medical courses across India.

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7. Who has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Manipur in July 2025?
A) Rajesh Kumar
B) Vineet Joshi
C) Prashant Kumar Singh
D) Puneet Kumar Goel
E) A.K. Bhalla
Answer: D) Puneet Kumar Goel

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of Puneet Kumar Goel as Chief Secretary of Manipur
• Location: Manipur, India
• Date: 16 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Appointment of Puneet Kumar Goel, a 1991 batch IAS officer from AGMUT cadre, as the Chief Secretary of Manipur, replacing Prashant Kumar Singh.
• Objectives: To strengthen state administration and assist ongoing efforts to restore normalcy and prepare for the re-establishment of an elected government in Manipur amidst ongoing President’s Rule and ethnic tensions.

Important Terms Explained:

• President’s Rule: A constitutional provision under Article 356 where the President of India takes over a state’s governance when its government cannot function; currently imposed in Manipur since February 2025.
• AGMUT Cadre: A joint cadre of Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram, and Union Territories (AGMUT), from which IAS officers are assigned across these regions.
• National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST): A constitutional body that protects the rights of Scheduled Tribes; Prashant Kumar Singh has been appointed as its Secretary.

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8. Who has been appointed as the new CEO of Sabyasachi Couture in July 2025?
A) Sabyasachi Mukherjee
B) Manish Chopra
C) Sanjiv Goenka
D) Mukesh Ambani
E) Rahul Sharma
Answer: B) Manish Chopra

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of Manish Chopra as CEO of Sabyasachi Couture
• Location: India
• Date: 14 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Aditya Birla Group’s Sabyasachi Couture appointed Manish Chopra as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its operations and growth strategy.
• Objectives: To leverage Chopra’s extensive experience across technology, retail, and consumer markets to drive brand expansion, business development, and global positioning for Sabyasachi Couture.

Important Terms Explained:

• Sabyasachi Couture: A luxury fashion brand under Aditya Birla Group, founded by renowned designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee, specializing in bridal wear, couture, jewelry, and accessories.
• Shein India: A fashion e-commerce platform backed in India by Reliance Retail, where Manish Chopra previously held a senior leadership role.
• Meta (formerly Facebook): A global tech company where Manish Chopra managed business development and strategic partnerships for platforms like Facebook and Instagram in India.

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9. Who has been appointed as the new MD & CEO of GIFT City, Gandhinagar in July 2025?
A) Tapan Ray
B) Sanjay Kaul
C) Sanjeev Sanyal
D) Hemant Sharma
E) Amitabh Kant
Answer: B) Sanjay Kaul

Event and Location:

• Event: Appointment of Sanjay Kaul as MD & CEO of GIFT City, Gandhinagar
• Location: GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat
• Date: 15 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: IAS officer Sanjay Kaul has been appointed as Managing Director and CEO of Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) for a three-year deputation.
• Objectives: To oversee the management and future growth of India’s premier international financial services hub, strengthen India’s position in global financial services, and lead GIFT City’s strategic initiatives in fintech, finance, and infrastructure.

Important Terms Explained:

• GIFT City (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City): India’s first operational smart city and global financial services centre located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, serving as a hub for financial institutions, fintech, and IT services.
• Deputation: A temporary assignment of a government officer to a different post or role outside their cadre, commonly across states or between the central and state governments.
• IAS (Indian Administrative Service): India’s premier civil service, whose officers hold senior administrative positions in government and public sector organizations.

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Science and Technology – Daily Current Affairs July 16

10. What is the name of the Israeli communications satellite launched by SpaceX Falcon 9 on July 13, 2025?
A) Amos-17
B) Ofek-16
C) Dror-1
D) Beresheet-2
E) Eros-C
Answer: C) Dror-1

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of Israel’s most advanced communications satellite Dror-1 by SpaceX Falcon 9
• Location: Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, USA
• Date: 13 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of Dror-1, Israel’s most advanced communications satellite, built by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), using SpaceX Falcon 9’s Commercial GTO-1 mission.
• Objectives: To provide Israel with strategic, long-term satellite communications capabilities for the next 15 years, ensuring secure, flexible, and advanced communication infrastructure through locally developed digital technologies.

Important Terms Explained:

• Dror-1: A 4.5-ton geostationary communications satellite built by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), equipped with advanced digital communication payloads and designed to provide Israel’s communications for 15 years.
• Commercial GTO-1 Mission: A SpaceX Falcon 9 mission to Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO), marking the first use of the “GTO” designation in a mission name by SpaceX.
• ASDS (Autonomous Spaceport Drone Ship): A drone platform used by SpaceX for landing Falcon 9 boosters at sea after launch.

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Defence – Daily Current Affairs July 16

11. Which engine is being delivered by GE Aerospace to power India’s Tejas Mk 1 A fighter jets?
A) GE F414
B) GE F404
C) Rolls-Royce Trent
D) HAL Shakti
E) GE J79
Answer: B) GE F404

Event and Location:

• Event: Delivery of second GE F404 engine to HAL for integration into Tejas Mk 1 A fighter jets
• Location: Bengaluru, India
• Date: 15 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Delivery of GE F404 engines to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for integration into indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk 1 A, with plans to deliver 12 jets by December 2025.
• Objectives: To ensure timely production and delivery of 83 ordered Tejas Mk 1 A jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF) and strengthen India’s indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities, while addressing IAF’s squadron shortages.

Important Terms Explained:

• GE F404 Engine: A US-manufactured turbofan engine developed by GE Aerospace to power fighter jets, including India’s Tejas Mk 1 A.
• Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk 1 A: An indigenous fighter jet developed by HAL, featuring upgrades like AESA radar, Advanced EW Suite, BVR capabilities, and compatibility with ASTRA missiles.
• Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Missiles: Air-to-air missiles that can engage targets beyond the pilot’s visual range, enhancing fighter aircraft’s combat effectiveness; includes Derby and ASTRA for Tejas Mk 1 A.

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National Affairs – Daily Current Affairs July 16

12. Where is the Tamil Nadu – Taiwan Technical Textile Partnership Summit 2025 scheduled to be held?
A) Chennai
B) Tiruppur
C) Coimbatore
D) Madurai
E) Bengaluru
Answer: C) Coimbatore

Event and Location:

• Event: Tamil Nadu – Taiwan Technical Textile Partnership Summit 2025
• Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
• Date: 21 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Organizing a two-day Technical Textile Partnership Summit to promote collaboration between Tamil Nadu and Taiwan in the field of Man-Made Fibres (MMF) and technical textiles through B2B meetings, exhibitions, and technical sessions.
• Objectives: To drive investment, innovation, and export opportunities in Tamil Nadu’s textile sector by learning from Taiwan’s advanced expertise in MMF, with the goal of boosting India’s textile exports and reducing dependency on cotton-based production.

Important Terms Explained:

• Man-Made Fibres (MMF): Synthetic or artificial fibres such as polyester, nylon, or rayon, used in the production of textiles, especially important for sportswear, winter-wear, and technical fabrics.
• Technical Textiles: Textile products designed for functional purposes rather than aesthetics, such as medical textiles, sportswear, industrial fabrics, and protective clothing.
• Free Trade Agreement (FTA): A treaty between two or more countries to facilitate trade by reducing tariffs and barriers, such as the recent India-UK FTA mentioned as beneficial for boosting textile exports.

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13. During the 2025 Monsoon Session of Parliament, which state’s President’s Rule extension is proposed by the Modi government?
A) Assam
B) Nagaland
C) Tripura
D) Manipur
E) Meghalaya
Answer: D) Manipur

Event and Location:

• Event: Proposal to extend President’s Rule in Manipur during the 2025 Monsoon Session of Parliament
• Location: New Delhi / Manipur
• Date: From July 21, 2025 (Monsoon Session Start Date)

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: The Modi government intends to table 8 new Bills, extend President’s Rule in Manipur, and pursue passage of pending Bills like the Income Tax Bill 2025 during the Monsoon Session.
• Objectives: To maintain constitutional governance in Manipur by extending President’s Rule, to ensure financial approvals for the state, and to advance legislative reforms in sectors like taxation, sports governance, minerals, and management education.

Important Terms Explained:

• President’s Rule: A provision under Article 356 of the Indian Constitution that allows the President of India to assume control of a state when its government is unable to function constitutionally; it must be approved by Parliament every six months.
• Appropriation Bill: A legislative bill that authorizes the government to withdraw funds from the Consolidated Fund of India to meet expenditure needs; in this case, it pertains to Manipur’s Demands for Grants 2025-26.
• Select Committee: A temporary parliamentary committee appointed to examine a specific Bill in detail before it is passed by the Parliament; currently reviewing the Income Tax Bill 2025.

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14. What is the annual outlay of the newly approved Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY)?
A) ₹10,000 crore
B) ₹15,000 crore
C) ₹24,000 crore
D) ₹30,000 crore
E) ₹50,000 crore
Answer: C) ₹24,000 crore

Event and Location:

• Event: Approval of Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) and fresh investments in Green Energy by NTPC and NLCIL
• Location: New Delhi, India
• Date: 16 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of PMDDKY with ₹24,000 crore annual outlay to improve agriculture and allied sectors; approval for NTPC Ltd and NLC India Ltd (NLCIL) to make significant investments in renewable energy through their subsidiaries.
• Objectives: To enhance farm productivity, promote crop diversification, improve irrigation and post-harvest infrastructure, and expand India’s renewable energy capacity towards climate goals.

Important Terms Explained:

• PMDDKY (Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana): A government scheme aimed at boosting agriculture in 100 districts through convergence of 36 existing schemes, with focus on productivity, credit access, diversification, and infrastructure.
• NTPC Green Energy Ltd (NGEL): A subsidiary of NTPC Ltd, tasked with scaling up renewable energy investments to help NTPC achieve its 60 GW renewable energy target by 2032.
• NLC India Renewables Ltd (NIRL): A renewable energy arm of NLC India Ltd (NLCIL), now exempted from prior approvals for investments, targeting 10 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030.

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15. Which state has launched a DigiLocker-based technology for nurses’ registration in July 2025?
A) Kerala
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Maharashtra
D) Karnataka
E) Gujarat
Answer: D) Karnataka

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of DigiLocker-based technology for nurses’ registration
• Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
• Date: 16 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of Aadhaar-based e-KYC DigiLocker technology by the Karnataka State Nursing Council (KSNC) to facilitate digital, hassle-free nurse registration and issuance of certificates.
• Objectives: To streamline the nurse registration process, reduce physical paperwork, and enable direct digital access to documents and certificates through DigiLocker, improving efficiency and transparency.

Important Terms Explained:

• DigiLocker: A cloud-based platform developed by the Government of India to enable citizens to store and access important documents digitally in a secure manner.
• e-KYC (Electronic Know Your Customer): A digital verification process using Aadhaar to authenticate an individual’s identity and personal details directly from the UIDAI server.
• Karnataka State Nursing Council (KSNC): The regulatory body responsible for the registration and regulation of nursing professionals in Karnataka.

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16. What is the name of the AI-based traffic system pilot launched by GVMC in Visakhapatnam?
A) Project VAHAN
B) Project DRIVE
C) Project SARTHI
D) Project SAFE ROAD
E) Project VIZAG TRAFFIC
Answer: C) Project SARTHI

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of AI-based traffic system pilot “Project SARTHI”
• Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Date: 15 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of Project SARTHI by Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) to pilot an AI-based integrated traffic management system in collaboration with the traffic police.
• Objectives: To streamline vehicular traffic, reduce accidents and violations, deploy advanced technologies like ANPR, red light violation detection, and facial recognition, and establish a foundation for a smart, technology-driven city.

Important Terms Explained:

• Project SARTHI (Systematic Augmented Radial Traffic & Hoop Induction): An AI-based initiative aimed at improving traffic management in Visakhapatnam through smart technology solutions.
• Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR): Technology that reads and records vehicle number plates for monitoring and enforcement purposes.
• Facial Recognition Systems: AI tools used to identify individuals through facial features, enhancing law enforcement capabilities for traffic violations.

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17. In which Indian state is the Behdeinkhlam Festival celebrated?
A) Assam
B) Meghalaya
C) Manipur
D) Tripura
E) Mizoram
Answer: B) Meghalaya

Event and Location:

• Event: Celebration of Behdeinkhlam Festival 2025
• Location: Jowai, West Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya
• Date: 16 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Observance of the Behdeinkhlam Festival, a traditional Pnar tribal festival known for its rituals aimed at spiritual cleansing and driving away plagues.
• Objectives: To preserve cultural heritage while incorporating modern social messages like environmental protection, women’s safety, Operation Sindoor, and artificial intelligence into traditional festivities.

Important Terms Explained:

• Behdeinkhlam Festival: A sacred festival of the Pnar community in Meghalaya symbolizing the cleansing of evil and diseases through rituals and community celebrations featuring tall structures called ‘Rots’.
• Operation Sindoor: A military operation referenced during the festival’s themes, highlighting national security and recent defence activities.
• Artificial Intelligence (AI): Modern technology referenced during the festival to emphasize its impact on future societies and community life.

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18. Which state has launched India’s first RoRo ferry service on the Mandovi River?
A) Kerala
B) Maharashtra
C) Karnataka
D) Goa
E) Gujarat
Answer: D) Goa

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of India’s first RoRo ferry service on Mandovi River
• Location: Chorao–Ribandar route, Goa
• Date: 15 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of two modern Roll-on Roll-off (RoRo) ferries, Gangotri and Dwarka, to replace old boats on the Chorao–Ribandar route across the Mandovi river.
• Objectives: To reduce travel time, promote tourism, modernize daily commutes, and enhance Goa’s water transport through efficient, safe, and eco-friendly solutions—all achieved at zero cost to the government through a Built-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) model.

Important Terms Explained:

• RoRo (Roll-on Roll-off) Ferry: A vessel designed to carry wheeled cargo such as cars, two-wheelers, and passengers that can drive on and off the ferry via ramps, enabling quick loading and unloading.
• Built-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) Model: A project financing structure where a private entity builds, owns, operates the asset for a period, and eventually transfers it back to the government.
• Mandovi River: A prominent river in Goa connecting key areas such as Chorao Island and Ribandar, heavily used for transportation and tourism.

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19. Where is India’s second-longest cable-stayed bridge, the Sharavathi Bridge, located?
A) Kerala
B) Karnataka
C) Maharashtra
D) Gujarat
E) Andhra Pradesh
Answer: B) Karnataka

Event and Location:

• Event: Inauguration of India’s second-longest cable-stayed bridge (Sharavathi Bridge)
• Location: Shivamogga, Karnataka (Malnad region across Sharavathi backwaters)
• Date: 15 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Inauguration of the 6-km-long Sharavathi Bridge to enhance connectivity in the Western Ghats / Malnad region of Karnataka.
• Objectives: To improve regional mobility, boost infrastructure development in Karnataka, strengthen road connectivity in the hilly and ecologically sensitive Western Ghats, and facilitate economic growth through better transport infrastructure.

Important Terms Explained:

• Cable-Stayed Bridge: A type of bridge where the deck is supported directly by cables connected to towers or pylons; known for both strength and aesthetic appeal.
• Sharavathi Bridge: Newly inaugurated 6-km-long bridge across the Sharavathi backwaters, now India’s second-longest cable-stayed bridge, enhancing connectivity in Karnataka’s Malnad region.
• Western Ghats / Malnad Region: A biodiversity-rich, mountainous region in Karnataka, where improved infrastructure can help connect remote areas while preserving ecological balance.

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20. Which Indian state launched the “My Deed” NGDRS system to allow land registration in just one office visit?
A) Uttarakhand
B) Punjab
C) Himachal Pradesh
D) Haryana
E) Rajasthan
Answer: C) Himachal Pradesh

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of “My Deed” NGDRS for hassle-free land registration in Himachal Pradesh
• Location: Himachal Pradesh (Pilot in 10 tehsils)
• Date: 12 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of “My Deed” NGDRS (National Generic Document Registration System) by the Himachal Pradesh government for single-visit land registration through online document submission.
• Objectives: To simplify, digitize, and reduce the time and visits needed for land registration, while enhancing transparency, efficiency, and citizen convenience through digital governance reforms.

Important Terms Explained:

• NGDRS (National Generic Document Registration System): A centralised digital platform for land registration aimed at making the process paperless and efficient.
• Jamabandi: A record of rights document in land revenue systems detailing ownership, cultivation, and occupancy of land.
• e-Roznamcha Vakyati: A digital daily diary maintained by Patwaris to record events and activities officially.
• Karguzari: An online attendance and work-tracking system for revenue staff.

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21. Where was India’s first Aqua Tech Park inaugurated in July 2025?
A) Guwahati
B) Bagibari, Sonapur, Assam
C) Nalbari
D) Barpeta
E) Jorhat
Answer: B) Bagibari, Sonapur, Assam

Event and Location:

• Event: Inauguration of India’s first Aqua Tech Park
• Location: Bagibari, Sonapur, Assam
• Date: 12 July 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of Aqua Tech Park, India’s first water technology park in Assam to promote modern fish farming technologies like aquaponics, biofloc, ornamental fish breeding, and advanced fisheries.
• Objectives: To empower fish farmers through access to cutting-edge technologies, enhance fish production, support sustainable livelihoods, and contribute to Atmanirbhar Assam by reducing dependence on other states for fish supply.

Important Terms Explained:

• Aqua Tech Park: A water technology innovation hub to promote modern aquaculture practices, training, and technology adoption among fish farmers.
• Biofloc System: A sustainable aquaculture technology that enhances fish production through water quality management and microbial activity.
• PM Matsya Sampada Yojana: A central government scheme aimed at developing India’s fisheries sector through infrastructure, training, and capacity building.

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