Monday, February 24, 2025

24 February 2025: Daily Current Affairs Quiz

1. From which state did PM Modi release the 19th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi?

(a) Uttar Pradesh
(b) Bihar
(c) Himachal Pradesh
(d) Assam

2. Who has been recently appointed as PM Modi’s Principal Secretary-2?

(a) Nripendra Misra
(b) Ajay Bhalla
(c) Shaktikanta Das
(d) Rajeev Sinha

3. Who holds the record for the fastest 14,000 runs in One Day International (ODI) cricket?

(a) Babar Azam
(b) Rohit Sharma
(c) Steve Smith
(d) Virat Kohli

4. Who launched the Financial Literacy Week?

(a) SBI
(b) RBI
(c) NITI Aayog
(d) SEBI

5. Where is the Global Investor Summit 2025 being organized in Madhya Pradesh?

(a) Indore
(b) Jabalpur
(c) Bhopal
(d) Gwalior


Answers:

1. (b) Bihar
On February 24, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 19th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme from Bhagalpur, Bihar. Under this installment, ₹22,000 crore was directly transferred to the bank accounts of 9.8 crore eligible farmers.

2. (c) Shaktikanta Das

Former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has been recently appointed as PM Modi’s Principal Secretary-2. This position has been created for the first time, and his tenure will be concurrent with the Prime Minister’s term or until further orders, whichever comes earlier. Das served as the 25th Governor of the RBI from 2018 to 2024.

3. (d) Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli became the fastest batsman to score 14,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs). He achieved this milestone during the Champions Trophy 2025 match against Pakistan. Kohli reached this landmark in just 287 innings, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s 350 innings and Kumar Sangakkara’s 378 innings.

4. (b) RBI
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched the Financial Literacy Week 2025 from February 24 to February 28, focusing on the theme “Financial Literacy – Women’s Prosperity.” This initiative aims to enhance financial awareness and empowerment among women, aligning with broader national objectives like Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision.

5. (c) Bhopal
On February 24, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Global Investors Summit 2025 in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. This two-day event is designed to showcase Madhya Pradesh as a global investment hub, highlighting its potential in industries, innovation, and infrastructure.

Friday, February 21, 2025

Current Affairs One-Liners: 21 February 2025

 

  • India assumed the BOBP-IGO chairmanship from Bangladesh on February 21, 2025, in Malé, Maldives.
  • Rohit Sharma became the second fastest player to score 11,000 ODI runs, achieving the feat in 261 innings.
  • The Indian government extended Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran's tenure by two years until March 31, 2027.
  •  LIC launched the ‘One Man Office’ initiative on February 17, 2025, to enhance digital services for policyholders.
  • The Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela 2025 will be held in New Delhi from February 22-24, with the theme 'Advanced Agriculture – Developed India.'
  • Tata Power partnered with AWS to accelerate India’s smart energy transition.
  • Mohammed Shami joined the elite club of bowlers with 200 ODI wickets.
  • Mount Dukono, recently erupted, is located in Indonesia.

Monday, February 17, 2025

Current Affairs One Liners 17 February 2025

  1. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) jointly launched 'AI for Entrepreneurship' micro-learning module - Intel India

  2. Which ministry is organizing the Prime Minister's Yoga Awards 2025- Ministry of AYUSH

  3. Who inaugurated the 'Aadi Mahotsav 2025' in New Delhi- President Droupadi Murmu

  4. For how many months has World No. 1 tennis player Jannik Sinner been suspended by WADA?
    3 months

  5. Which country is India conducting the 6th edition of the joint military exercise 'Dharma Guardian' with- Japan

  6. How much prize money has ICC announced for the winner of the Champions Trophy 2025- 2.24 million USD

  7. Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, which was in discussion recently, is located in which state – Uttar Pradesh

  8. Recently launched Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs and expanded Swami Fund – Finance Minister Sitharaman

 

17 February 2025: Test Your Knowledge with the Daily Current Affairs Quiz!

 1. Which ministry is organizing the Prime Minister's Yoga Awards 2025?

  1. (a) Ministry of Home Affairs

    (b) Ministry of External Affairs

    (c) Ministry of AYUSH

    (d) Ministry of Panchayati Raj

  2. Who inaugurated the 'Aadi Mahotsav 2025' in New Delhi?

    (a) Droupadi Murmu

    (b) Narendra Modi

    (c) Rajnath Singh

    (d) Amit Shah

  3. For how many months has World No. 1 tennis player Jannik Sinner been suspended by WADA?

    (a) 2 months

    (b) 3 months

    (c) 4 months

    (d) 6 months

  4. India is conducting the 6th edition of the joint military exercise 'Dharma Guardian' with which country?

    (a) Vietnam

    (b) Russia

    (c) Singapore

    (d) Japan

  5. How much prize money has been announced for the winner of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?

    (a) 2.14 million USD

    (b) 2.24 million USD

    (c) 2.34 million USD

    (d) 2.44 million USD


Answers:
  1. (c) Ministry of AYUSH

    The Ministry of AYUSH has announced the Prime Minister's Yoga Awards 2025, with nominations open until March 31, 2025. These awards are presented annually on International Yoga Day, celebrated on June 21.

  2. (a) Droupadi Murmu

    President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the 'Aadi Mahotsav 2025' at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi, on February 16, 2025. The festival, running from February 16 to 24, features over 600 tribal artisans, 500 performing artists, and 25 food stalls from more than 30 states and Union Territories.

  3. (b) 3 months

    World No. 1 tennis player Jannik Sinner has accepted a three-month suspension under a settlement with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). The ban is effective from February 9, 2025, to May 4, 2025, ruling Sinner out of tournaments like Miami, Monte Carlo, and Madrid Masters 1000 but allowing him to return before the French Open.

  4. (d) Japan

    India and Japan will conduct the 6th edition of the joint military exercise 'Dharma Guardian' from February 25 to March 9, 2025, at Mount Fuji, Japan. This annual exercise aims to enhance cooperation between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), focusing on urban warfare and counter-terrorism under United Nations mandates.

  5. (b) 2.24 million USD

    The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the prize money for the Champions Trophy 2025, awarding the winning team 2.24 million USD (approximately ₹20 crore). The runner-up will receive 1.12 million USD (around ₹10 crore), while each semi-finalist will be awarded 560,000 USD (around ₹5 crore).

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