Daily Current Affairs October 06

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October 06 | Daily Current Affairs 2025

Important Days – Daily Current Affairs October 06

1. What is the theme of World Habitat Day 2025 observed on October 6?
A) Inclusive Urban Planning
B) Affordable Housing for All
C) Urban Crisis Response
D) Cities Without Slums
E) Resilient Urban Communities
Answer: C) Urban Crisis Response

Event and Location:

• Event: Observation of World Habitat Day 2025
• Location: Global (UN Observance)
• Date: October 6, 2025 (First Monday of October)

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • To raise awareness about the state of human settlements and promote the right to adequate shelter for all.
  • To launch Urban October, a campaign focusing on sustainable urban development concluding with World Cities Day on October 31.
• Objectives:
  • To address climate change, urban inequality, and displacement from conflict through inclusive, resilient, and sustainable city planning.
  • To promote the New Urban Agenda and advance Sustainable Development Goal 11 (SDG 11) – “Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.”

Important Terms Explained:

• World Habitat Day:
  • Established in 1985 by the UN General Assembly, first observed in 1986 (Nairobi). Celebrated on the first Monday of October every year to advocate for sustainable human settlements.
• Urban Crisis Response (2025 Theme):
  • Highlights urban challenges like climate emergencies, conflict-induced displacement, and rising inequality, calling for crisis-ready governance and resilient urban planning.
• UN-Habitat Scroll of Honour Awards:
  • Launched in 1989, these awards recognize exceptional initiatives improving urban living conditions, shelter, and infrastructure globally.
• Urban October:
  • A month-long initiative (Oct 1–31), starting with World Habitat Day and ending with World Cities Day, focusing on sustainable and inclusive urban development.
• SDG 11 (Sustainable Development Goal 11):
  • Part of the UN SDGs, aims to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

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2. What is the theme of World Cerebral Palsy Day 2025?
A) Together for Inclusion
B) Rights with Dignity
C) Unique and United
D) Stronger Than Barriers
E) One World One Voice
Answer: C) Unique and United

Event and Location:

• Event: World Cerebral Palsy Day 2025 observed globally
• Location: Worldwide (including India)
• Date: October 6, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Observance of World Cerebral Palsy Day with awareness programs, campaigns, and advocacy for inclusion of people with CP.
• Objectives: To raise global awareness about cerebral palsy, promote inclusion, accessibility, and equal rights for affected individuals and their families.

Important Terms Explained:

• World Cerebral Palsy Day: An international observance held on October 6 to promote awareness and rights of individuals living with cerebral palsy.
• Cerebral Palsy (CP): A neurological disorder affecting movement and posture, caused by damage to the developing brain, usually before or during birth.
• World Cerebral Palsy Alliance (WCPA): A global network of organizations advocating for individuals with cerebral palsy; coordinates the global observance of WCP Day.

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Sports – Daily Current Affairs October 06

3. Which Indian city is hosting the BWF World Junior Championships 2025?
A) Pune
B) Hyderabad
C) Guwahati
D) New Delhi
E) Bengaluru
Answer: C) Guwahati

Event and Location:

• Event: Hosting of BWF World Junior Championships 2025
• Location: Guwahati, Assam, India
• Date: October 6–19, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • India is hosting the BWF World Junior Championships for the second time, after a 17-year gap, welcoming 36 teams for team and individual events.
• Objectives:
  • To showcase India’s growing global stature in badminton, provide a platform for emerging talent, and enhance sporting infrastructure and visibility through hosting world-class events.

Important Terms Explained:

• BWF (Badminton World Federation):
  • The global governing body for the sport of badminton, responsible for organizing major international tournaments like the World Championships and Thomas & Uber Cup.
• Suhandinata Cup:
  • The mixed team event at the BWF World Junior Championships, named after former Indonesian badminton leader Justian Suhandinata.
• Eye-Level Cup:
  • The individual event segment of the championships, including singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, played after the team events.
• Relay Scoring System:
  • An experimental format introduced in 2025 featuring best-of-three sets with each set played up to 45 points, aimed at making matches more dynamic and broadcast-friendly.

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Banking and Finance – Daily Current Affairs October 06

4. Which international bank recently announced its plan to open branches in 20 new Indian cities including Amritsar, Bhopal, and Thiruvananthapuram?
A) Standard Chartered
B) Barclays
C) Citibank
D) HSBC
E) Deutsche Bank
Answer: D) HSBC

Event and Location:

• Event: Announcement of HSBC India’s expansion into 20 new Indian cities
• Location: Hyderabad (new branch and GCC office opened)
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • HSBC India plans to expand its retail and premier banking network by opening branches in 20 new cities, following RBI approval received earlier in 2025.
• Objectives:
  • To strengthen its premium banking footprint, cater to globally-minded, affluent individuals and businesses, and provide uniform customer experience across metros and emerging cities.

Important Terms Explained:

• HSBC (Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation):
  • A leading global banking and financial services company headquartered in London, offering banking, wealth, and investment services worldwide.
• GCC (Global Capability Centre):
  • A back-end operations and technology hub, supporting global services. HSBC’s GCC in Hyderabad supports its global network in technology, analytics, and service operations.
• Premier Banking:
  • HSBC’s premium banking offering targeting high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), offering global access, relationship managers, and wealth management services.

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Business and Economy – Daily Current Affairs October 06

5. Which company recently secured solar power orders worth ₹799 crore for projects in Uttar Pradesh?
A) Tata Power Solar
B) Adani Green
C) PVV Infra
D) ReNew Power
E) Azure Power
Answer: C) PVV Infra

Event and Location:

• Event: PVV Infra bags ₹799 crore worth of solar power orders
• Location: Baghpat and Moradabad districts, Uttar Pradesh
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • PVV Infra, through its subsidiaries PVV EVTech and PVV Housing, secured two large solar power project orders totaling 209 MW in Uttar Pradesh under joint venture agreements with Nacof Oorja.
• Objectives:
  • To expand renewable energy capacity in Uttar Pradesh, support India’s green energy transition, and enhance PVV Infra’s market footprint in solar energy through the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) model for improved efficiency and risk management.

Important Terms Explained:

• Power Purchase Agreement (PPA):
  • A long-term contract between a power producer and buyer (in this case, Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency – UPNEDA) to sell electricity at a pre-agreed price.
• EPC Contract (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction):
  • A contract where the company is responsible for all aspects of project design, material procurement, and construction, until it becomes operational.
• Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV):
  • A separate legal entity created by a company to isolate financial risk, improve focus, and manage specific business verticals or geographic areas efficiently.

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6. Which global pharmaceutical company recently announced a $1 billion investment in India to expand manufacturing and supply capabilities?
A) Pfizer
B) Roche
C) Eli Lilly
D) Sanofi
E) GSK
Answer: C) Eli Lilly

Event and Location:

• Event: Eli Lilly announces $1 billion investment in India for pharmaceutical manufacturing expansion
• Location: Hyderabad, Telangana (key facility), pan-India contract manufacturing engagements
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • Eli Lilly will invest over $1 billion in India over the coming years to expand drug manufacturing and supply through partnerships with local contract manufacturers, and by setting up a new manufacturing and quality hub in Hyderabad.
• Objectives:
  • To enhance global medicine supply, improve access to critical treatments for obesity, diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer’s, and autoimmune diseases, and leverage India’s skilled pharmaceutical workforce and established manufacturing ecosystem.

Important Terms Explained:

• Eli Lilly and Co:
  • A leading global pharmaceutical company headquartered in the United States, known for drugs in the areas of diabetes, cancer, neuroscience, and immunology.
• Mounjaro:
  • A blockbuster weight-loss and diabetes drug by Lilly, recently launched in India and seeing rapid sales growth; competes with Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy.
• Contract Manufacturing:
  • A business model where companies outsource drug production to third-party manufacturers, allowing expansion without owning production facilities. Lilly will rely on Indian firms for this.
• Hyderabad Capability Centre:
  • A major global capability hub for Lilly in India. The company is now expanding it to include manufacturing and quality control operations, managing its India-based contract production network.

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Awards – Daily Current Affairs October 06

7. Who presented the MY Bharat – National Service Scheme Awards for the year 2022-23?
A) Narendra Modi
B) Anurag Singh Thakur
C) Jagdeep Dhankhar
D) Droupadi Murmu
E) Om Birla
Answer: D) Droupadi Murmu

Event and Location:

• Event: Presentation of MY Bharat – National Service Scheme Awards 2022-23
• Location: Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: The President of India presented the MY Bharat – National Service Scheme (NSS) Awards to recognize and honor youth who made exceptional contributions to social service and nation-building.
• Objectives: To celebrate and encourage youth involvement in voluntary community service, promote leadership, and foster a sense of social responsibility through the NSS platform.

Important Terms Explained:

• MY Bharat – National Service Scheme (NSS): A flagship programme launched in 1969 aimed at developing the character and personality of students through voluntary service in community development activities.
• MY Bharat-NSS Award: Instituted in 1993-94 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the award honors NSS volunteers, programme officers, and institutions for their outstanding social work and contributions to national development.
• Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: The nodal ministry responsible for youth development and promotion of sports in India, overseeing initiatives like NSS, Khelo India, and Fit India Movement.

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8. Which state government is presenting the Swachhata Awards under the Swarna Andhra–Swachh Andhra initiative on October 6, 2025?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Andhra Pradesh
C) Karnataka
D) Telangana
E) Maharashtra
Answer: B) Andhra Pradesh

Event and Location:

• Event: Presentation of Swachhata Awards under the Swarna Andhra–Swachh Andhra initiative
• Location: Tummalapalli Kalakshetram, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • The Government of Andhra Pradesh will present Swachhata Awards to recognize individuals, institutions, and government departments for outstanding contributions to the state’s cleanliness mission.
• Objectives:
  • To acknowledge and encourage exemplary efforts in sanitation, waste management, and public hygiene under the Swachh Andhra initiative and promote a clean, green, and sustainable Andhra Pradesh.

Important Terms Explained:

• Swachhata Awards:
  • State-level recognition awards honoring those who have significantly contributed to cleanliness, sanitation, and hygiene initiatives, aligned with broader goals like Swachh Bharat Mission.
• Swarna Andhra–Swachh Andhra Initiative:
  • A state-driven campaign aiming for a clean and golden Andhra Pradesh, aligned with Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, promoting public participation, innovation, and accountability in sanitation.
• Tummalapalli Kalakshetram:
  • A prominent cultural center and venue in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, often used for state-level events and award functions.

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9. Who are the winners of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine?
A) Drew Weissman, Katalin Karikó, and Pieter Cullis
B) David Julius, Ardem Patapoutian, and Svante Pääbo
C) Mary Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Shimon Sakaguchi
D) Jennifer Doudna, Emmanuelle Charpentier, and Feng Zhang
E) Tasuku Honjo, James Allison, and Ralph Steinman
Answer: C) Mary Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Shimon Sakaguchi

Event and Location:

• Event: Announcement of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
• Location: Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • The Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institute announced the 2025 Nobel Prize in Medicine, recognizing pathbreaking discoveries in the field of immunology.
• Objectives:
  • To honor Mary Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Shimon Sakaguchi for their pioneering research on the human immune system, especially concerning immune tolerance and regulatory T cells—advancing understanding of autoimmune diseases and potential therapies.

Important Terms Explained:

• Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine:
  • One of six categories under the Nobel Prizes, awarded annually since 1901 to those who have made outstanding contributions to medical science. It is presented by the Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden.
• Regulatory T cells (Tregs):
  • A type of immune cell crucial for maintaining immune tolerance—they prevent the immune system from attacking the body’s own tissues and are key to controlling autoimmune diseases.
• Alfred Nobel:
  • A Swedish chemist, engineer, and inventor of dynamite. His will established the Nobel Prizes to recognize contributions in Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, Peace, and later, Economics.

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Science and Technology – Daily Current Affairs October 06

10. Which institution became the first in India to receive certification for 5G Core Network testing?
A) IISc Bengaluru
B) IIT Delhi
C) IIT Madras Pravartak
D) C-DOT
E) TCS Research
Answer: C) IIT Madras Pravartak

Event and Location:

• Event: Certification of IIT-Madras Pravartak for 5G Core Network security testing
• Location: IIT Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • The Telecom Security Testing Lab (TSTL) at IIT-Madras Pravartak has been authorised by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to perform security testing of 5G Core Network functions, Access and Mobility Management Function (AMF), and 5G Group-I Devices.
• Objectives:
  • To ensure indigenous testing capabilities for 5G telecom equipment, reduce dependency on foreign labs, and promote secure, self-reliant telecom infrastructure development in India under the Communication Security Certification Scheme (ComSec).

Important Terms Explained:

• IIT-Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation:
  • A Section 8 Company and Technology Innovation Hub housed at IIT Madras, focusing on sensors, networking, actuators, and control systems. It bridges academia and industry for indigenous technology development.
• Telecom Security Testing Lab (TSTL):
  • A specialized lab under IITM Pravartak, now certified to conduct 5G equipment security assessments, ensuring adherence to national telecom security standards.
• Communication Security Certification Scheme (ComSec):
  • A regulatory framework implemented by the National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) to certify telecom/ICT products for security assurance in India.

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Defence – Daily Current Affairs October 06

11. Where was the 10th edition of NATPOLREX-X and the 27th NOSDCP meeting conducted in October 2025?
A) Kochi
B) Visakhapatnam
C) Port Blair
D) Chennai
E) Mumbai
Answer: D) Chennai

Event and Location:

• Event: 10th NATPOLREX-X Exercise and 27th NOSDCP Meeting
• Location: Off the coast of Chennai, Tamil Nadu
• Date: 5–6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) conducted the 10th NATPOLREX-X exercise and the 27th National Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan (NOSDCP) meeting to assess and improve national oil spill preparedness, coordination, and response mechanisms.
• Objectives:
  • To strengthen national and international collaboration in marine pollution response, validate operational readiness of ICG assets, and simulate joint responses to marine oil spill disasters through drills and shoreline clean-up activities.

Important Terms Explained:

• NATPOLREX (National Pollution Response Exercise):
  • A biennial flagship exercise organized by the Indian Coast Guard to simulate oil spill response operations and assess inter-agency coordination in line with the National Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan.
• NOSDCP (National Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan):
  • The primary policy framework for India’s oil spill response strategy, drafted by ICG and approved in 1993, aimed at effective coordination and preparedness against marine oil pollution.
• Indian Coast Guard (ICG):
  • India’s maritime security and search-and-rescue agency, which also serves as the Central Coordinating Authority for oil spill response since March 1986, overseeing pollution control and marine environment protection.

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12. What is the name of the Indian Navy’s second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) commissioned in October 2025?
A) INS Kalpeni
B) INS Androth
C) INS Lakshadweep
D) INS Kadmat
E) INS Minicoy
Answer: B) INS Androth

Event and Location:

• Event: Commissioning of INS Androth, second ASW-SWC vessel
• Location: Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • The Indian Navy is commissioning INS Androth, its second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), to strengthen undersea warfare capabilities in coastal waters.
• Objectives:
  • To boost the Navy’s coastal defence strength, improve underwater surveillance and submarine detection, and continue the momentum of fleet expansion and indigenisation in line with Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

Important Terms Explained:

• INS Androth:
  • A Shallow Water Anti-Submarine Warfare Craft, named after Androth Island in Lakshadweep. It is the second ASW-SWC class vessel in its series, built with indigenous technology.
• ASW-SWC (Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft):
  • A class of warships designed specifically for submarine detection, tracking, and engagement in coastal and shallow water environments. These vessels are equipped with sonars, torpedoes, and advanced sensors.
• Eastern Naval Command:
  • One of the three operational commands of the Indian Navy, headquartered at Visakhapatnam, responsible for operations in the Bay of Bengal and eastern seaboard.

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Schemes – Daily Current Affairs October 06

13. What is the primary feature of the newly launched Twid UPI app?
A) Offers credit on UPI
B) Allows UPI payments in foreign currency
C) Enables payments using reward points
D) Supports only offline merchant payments
E) Works exclusively with Google Pay
Answer: C) Enables payments using reward points

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of Twid UPI app for payments using reward points
• Location: New Delhi (Headquarters of Twid)
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • Twid launched the Twid UPI app that allows users to link and manage reward points from multiple sources and use them as currency for UPI transactions both online and offline.
• Objectives:
  • To enable seamless, cashless spending through reward points integration with UPI, reduce out-of-pocket expenses, and incentivize digital payments by offering Twid Stars for every transaction, redeemable across partner merchants.

Important Terms Explained:

• Twid UPI App:
  • A UPI-based digital payment application that allows users to pay using reward points from various banks, brands, and loyalty programs, alongside standard UPI methods. It introduces point + UPI hybrid payments at checkout.
• Twid Stars:
  • A loyalty rewards currency earned through transactions made via the Twid UPI app, which users can accumulate and redeem at supported merchants to save on future purchases.
• Reward Pool Ecosystem:
  • Twid integrates with issuers (e.g. banks, credit card companies) to access a $2.3 billion reward point pool, making dormant or unused points usable as real monetary value.

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14. What is the name of the Central Silk Board’s sericulture campaign recently extended till Deepavali 2025?
A) Resham Kranti
B) India Silk Mission
C) Mera Resham Mera Abhiman
D) Resham Mitra Yojana
E) Resham Pragati Abhiyaan
Answer: C) Mera Resham Mera Abhiman

Event and Location:

• Event: Extension of ‘Mera Resham Mera Abhiman’ (MRMA) sericulture campaign
• Location: Nationwide (campaign activities observed in sericulture regions including Mysuru)
• Date: 5 October 2025 (extension announced; launched on 19 June 2025)

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • The Central Silk Board (CSB) extended its 100-day MRMA campaign till Deepavali, with active participation from 128 scientists across its nine main institutes.
• Objectives:
  • To transfer sericulture technologies, raise awareness among silk farmers, conduct training and demonstrations, and empower stakeholders under the theme ‘My Silk, My Pride’, thus boosting India’s silk production and self-reliance in sericulture.

Important Terms Explained:

• Mera Resham Mera Abhiman (MRMA):
  • A nationwide campaign launched by the Ministry of Textiles under the Central Silk Board on June 19, 2025, to promote technology transfer in sericulture, aiming to improve productivity, quality, and income for silk farmers.
• Central Silk Board (CSB):
  • An autonomous body under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, responsible for promotion and development of the silk industry in India through research, training, and extension services.
• Sericulture:
  • The cultivation of silkworms for the production of silk. It involves mulberry cultivation, silkworm rearing, and silk reeling and weaving.

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15. What is the primary aim of the PM-SETU Yojana launched by Prime Minister Modi?
A) Increase agricultural productivity
B) Provide housing subsidies
C) Connect youth with global skill demands
D) Launch online banking for students
E) Offer healthcare benefits to IT workers
Answer: C) Connect youth with global skill demands

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of PM-SETU Yojana and other youth-focused initiatives
• Location: New Delhi, India
• Date: October 4, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Launch of the PM-SETU Yojana aimed at upgrading over 1,000 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across India and introducing modern machines and technologies.
• Objectives: To equip Indian youth with skills aligned to global demands, future-proof India’s workforce for the next 10 years, and foster employment, skilling, and entrepreneurship.

Important Terms Explained:

• PM-SETU Yojana: A central government initiative announced in 2025 to Skill, Empower, and Train the Youth, focusing on aligning Indian skilling institutions with international industry standards and upcoming job trends.
• Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh: A national skilling convocation event where PM-SETU and other educational and training schemes were unveiled, marking a transformative moment in India’s skilling ecosystem.
• Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs): Vocational training institutions in India aimed at providing technical education and hands-on training to youth for employment and entrepreneurship.

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National Affairs – Daily Current Affairs October 06

16. Who released the fourth edition of Trade Watch Quarterly for Q4 FY 2024-25 in New Delhi?
A) Nirmala Sitharaman
B) Piyush Goyal
C) Ramesh Chand
D) B.V.R. Subrahmanyam
E) Amitabh Kant
Answer: D) B.V.R. Subrahmanyam

Event and Location:

• Event: Launch of Trade Watch Quarterly (4th Edition for Q4 FY 2024-25)
• Location: New Delhi
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • NITI Aayog released the fourth edition of Trade Watch Quarterly for Q4 of FY 2024–25, presenting a data-driven analysis of India’s trade trends, sector-wise performance, and regional trade dynamics.
• Objectives:
  • To assess trade performance, highlight sectors with export potential, analyze emerging markets, and provide strategic recommendations for export diversification, employment growth, and trade competitiveness, especially in sectors like leather and footwear.

Important Terms Explained:

• Trade Watch Quarterly:
  • A flagship quarterly report by NITI Aayog that provides detailed assessments of India’s external trade, including export-import trends, sectoral performance, global trade shifts, and policy recommendations.
• NITI Aayog:
  • India’s apex public policy think tank that replaced the Planning Commission in 2015. It aims to foster cooperative federalism, policy innovation, and evidence-based decision-making for national development.
• CEPA (Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement):
  • A free trade agreement that covers trade in goods and services, investment, and other areas of economic partnership, such as the one between India and UAE, which is boosting gold imports.

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17. Which state government introduced an amendment bill in 2025 to modify the appointment process of vice-chancellors in its Digital University?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Maharashtra
C) Karnataka
D) Kerala
E) Andhra Pradesh
Answer: D) Kerala

Event and Location:

• Event: Introduction of Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation and Technology (Amendment) Bill, 2025
• Location: Kerala Legislative Assembly, Thiruvananthapuram
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • The Kerala government introduced an amendment bill to revise the composition of the search-cum-selection committee and set an age limit for the vice-chancellor’s post at the Digital University.
• Objectives:
  • To align the VC appointment process with UGC regulations, affirm the state’s authority in higher education governance, and ensure transparency and procedural clarity in appointments through legislative provisions.

Important Terms Explained:

• Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation and Technology (Amendment) Bill, 2025:
  • A legislative proposal to amend the 2021 Act governing Kerala’s digital university, specifically revising rules regarding the VC appointment process, committee constitution, and tenure guidelines.
• Search-cum-Selection Committee:
  • A statutory body formed to recommend candidates for the post of Vice-Chancellor, constituted by the state government and including specified members, required to submit a panel of three names to the chancellor.
• Supreme Court Verdict (2025):
  • The Supreme Court of India upheld the Kerala government’s authority to oversee VC appointments for digital and technical universities, giving the Higher Education Department powers over the selection process and priority order.

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18. Which Indian state recently introduced the Malayalam Language Bill 2025 to make Malayalam the primary official and legal language?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Karnataka
C) Andhra Pradesh
D) Kerala
E) Telangana
Answer: D) Kerala

Event and Location:

• Event: Introduction of Malayalam Language Bill 2025 in the State Assembly
• Location: Kerala Legislative Assembly, Thiruvananthapuram
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • The Left Democratic Front (LDF) government in Kerala tabled the Malayalam Language Bill to designate Malayalam as the sole official language for administrative communication and as the legal language in certain courts.
• Objectives:
  • To promote and preserve the Malayalam language, ensure its usage in government communication, and expand its application to legal proceedings involving lesser offences at the District Sessions Court level.

Important Terms Explained:

• Malayalam Language Bill (2025):
  • A legislative proposal by the Kerala Government to make Malayalam the exclusive language for official communication and legal use in lower courts, reinforcing the state’s linguistic identity.
• District Sessions Courts:
  • Lower-tier courts in the Indian judicial system that deal with criminal and civil cases; the bill aims to use Malayalam as the language of proceedings for minor offences at this level.
• Official Language Policy:
  • A policy mechanism that designates the primary language(s) to be used for government administration, legal matters, and public communication within a state or region.

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19. Which institution’s Section 8 company, NITWIEF, is currently supporting 35 startups to promote innovation and entrepreneurship?
A) IIT Madras
B) IIIT Hyderabad
C) NIT Warangal
D) IISc Bengaluru
E) NIT Trichy
Answer: C) NIT Warangal

Event and Location:

• Event: Support and incubation of 35 startups by NIT Warangal Innovation and Entrepreneurship Foundation (NITWIEF)
• Location: NIT Warangal, Telangana
• Date: 6 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • The NIT Warangal Innovation and Entrepreneurship Foundation (NITWIEF), incorporated as a Section 8 company in February 2024, has been actively promoting startup incubation, providing funding, mentoring, and infrastructure support to entrepreneurs.
• Objectives:
  • To nurture early-stage startups, ignite an entrepreneurial mindset among students and researchers, and support commercialisation of innovations emerging from academic and technical backgrounds.

Important Terms Explained:

• NITWIEF (NIT Warangal Innovation and Entrepreneurship Foundation):
  • A Section 8 (not-for-profit) company set up by NIT Warangal to accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship by incubating startups and offering access to funding, mentorship, and technical guidance.
• Section 8 Company:
  • A company registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, with a charitable or not-for-profit objective, focusing on education, science, research, and social causes.
• Centre for Innovation and Incubation (CII):
  • An innovation hub within NIT Warangal where incubated startups operate, collaborate, and receive technical and business support for scaling up.

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20. Which public space in Coimbatore was illuminated in pink on October 5, 2025, as part of a breast cancer awareness campaign?
A) VOC Park
B) Race Course Lake
C) Thomas Park
D) PSG Grounds
E) Town Hall Square
Answer: C) Thomas Park

Event and Location:

• Event: Pink lighting and signature campaign for breast cancer awareness
• Location: Thomas Park, Race Course, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
• Date: 5 October 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • Thomas Park was illuminated in pink lights by Kovai Medical Center and Hospital (KMCH) as part of its breast cancer awareness drive, coinciding with October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
• Objectives:
  • To promote early detection, reduce the stigma around breast cancer, and increase public participation in regular screening and preventive care, especially among women.

Important Terms Explained:

• Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
  • Observed globally in October to raise awareness about early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of breast cancer, and to support patients, survivors, and research initiatives.
• Pink Illumination:
  • Lighting landmarks in pink is a symbolic gesture during awareness campaigns to visually communicate the cause and engage communities.
• Signature Campaign:
  • A public engagement initiative where people sign up to show support, pledge regular check-ups, and commit to spreading awareness about breast cancer screening and prevention.

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21. Where was Coal India’s first all-women operated Central Store Unit inaugurated?
A) Bilaspur
B) Korba
C) Dhanbad
D) Nagpur
E) Singrauli
Answer: B) Korba

Event and Location:

• Event: Inauguration of Coal India’s first all-women operated Central Store Unit
• Location: SECL Central Workshop, Korba, Chhattisgarh
• Date: October 5, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates:
  • SECL (South Eastern Coalfields Limited), under Coal India Limited, has launched its first all-women Central Store Unit to manage spare parts and inventory through women leadership.
• Objectives:
  • To promote women’s leadership in core industrial operations, encourage gender inclusion, and align with the Government of India’s Special Campaign 5.0 and the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.

Important Terms Explained:

• SECL (South Eastern Coalfields Limited):
  • A subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), SECL is one of the largest coal-producing companies in India, with major operations in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
• Special Campaign 5.0:
  • A government initiative focusing on institutional reforms, cleanliness, and citizen-centric governance, promoting innovation and inclusivity across ministries and PSUs.
• Nari Shakti se Rashtra Shakti:
  • A Government of India slogan meaning “Nation’s Strength through Women’s Empowerment”, emphasizing women-led development across sectors.
• SAP-based digital platform:
  • An enterprise resource planning software used for efficient inventory, procurement, and store management, ensuring transparency and accountability.

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22. Where was Rajasthan’s first Namo Biodiversity Park (Namo Van) inaugurated in October 2025?
A) Udaipur
B) Jaipur
C) Alwar
D) Jodhpur
E) Ajmer
Answer: C) Alwar

Event and Location:

• Event: Inauguration of Rajasthan’s first Namo Biodiversity Park (Namo Van)
• Location: Pratap Bandh, Alwar, Rajasthan
• Date: October 5, 2025

Mandates and Objectives:

• Mandates: Inauguration of Namo Van, a model urban biodiversity park aimed at ecological restoration and public awareness.
• Objectives:
  • To serve as a natural carbon sink, improve air quality, promote eco-friendly lifestyles, preserve native biodiversity, and contribute to India’s climate goals through community-driven conservation.

Important Terms Explained:

• Namo Biodiversity Park (Namo Van): A green initiative developed to enhance urban green cover, promote native species, and serve as an ecological and educational model.
• Mission LiFE: A national movement introduced by the Government of India to encourage environmentally conscious lifestyle practices among citizens to address climate change.
• Green Lungs: Urban green spaces that help in purifying air, reducing temperature, and supporting biodiversity in densely populated areas.

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