Q.1) Who has become the first woman Director General (DG) of the Railway Protection Force (RPF)?
[a] Kiran Bedi
[b] Sonali Mishra
[c] Meera Borwankar
[d] Rekha Sharma
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Answer: [b] Sonali Mishra
Explanation:
Sonali Mishra becomes the first woman to head the RPF in its history. She is a 1993 batch IPS officer from the Madhya Pradesh cadre. Her previous post was Additional DG (Selection) in the Madhya Pradesh Police. The RPF is a central armed force under the Ministry of Railways, responsible for the security of railway property, passengers, and passenger areas. This appointment is a significant step in enhancing gender representation in Indian police leadership roles.
Q.2) Which Indian state launched the ‘My Deed’ NGDRS Pilot Project to modernize land registration?
[a] Uttarakhand
[b] Sikkim
[c] Himachal Pradesh
[d] Assam
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Answer: [c] Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
‘My Deed’ NGDRS Pilot Project launched in 10 tehsils of Himachal Pradesh in 2025. NGDRS: National Generic Document Registration System, a centralized digital platform for land and property registration, is developed by Department of Land Resources, Ministry of Rural Development, in collaboration with NIC. This initiative promotes transparency, efficiency, and reduces human intervention in the land documentation process. It allows citizens to draft deeds, calculate stamp duties, book appointments, and complete registration digitally.
Q.3) Which overseas territory of France is set to become a new state within the French Republic under a recent accord?
[a] French Polynesia
[b] Réunion
[c] New Caledonia
[d] Martinique
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Answer: [c] New Caledonia
Explanation:
New Caledonia, a French overseas territory in the South Pacific, is set to be recognized as a “State within the French Republic” under a historic 13-page accord. This accord was reached after negotiations in Paris, signaling a compromise between French authorities and local leaders amid past independence tensions. The agreement will amend the French Constitution to include this new status. It proposes dual nationality — citizens will be both French and Caledonian nationals. New Caledonia holds strategic geopolitical importance due to its nickel reserves and location in the Indo-Pacific region.
Q.4) Which subsidiary of Coal India Limited has opened India’s first all-women operated dispensary?
[a] Mahanadi Coalfields Limited
[b] Northern Coalfields Limited
[c] South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL)
[d] Western Coalfields Limited
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Answer: [c] South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL)
Explanation:
SECL, a key subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), has launched India’s first all-women operated dispensary at Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh). The Vasant Vihar Dispensary is managed entirely by a 14-member women’s team including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and support staff. This is a landmark move in women empowerment within the coal and public sector, supporting gender inclusivity in health and industrial sectors. It represents SECL’s commitment to the larger national goals of inclusive growth and female workforce participation, especially in male-dominated sectors like mining.
Q.5) What is the name of the recent joint exercise held between the Indian Coast Guard and the Japan Coast Guard?
[a] IND-JPN Shakti
[b] Sagar Maitri
[c] JA-MATA
[d] Indo-Pacific Watch
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Answer: [c] JA-MATA
Explanation:
Exercise Name JA-MATA (Joint Anti-piracy & Maritime Training Activity). Conducted between Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Japan Coast Guard (JCG). Held during the port call of JCG Ship ‘Itsukushima’ to Chennai, as part of Japan’s Global Ocean Voyage Training. Featured high-level bilateral meetings, professional and cultural exchanges, and a sea exercise to enhance interoperability and maritime security cooperation. Reinforces the strategic partnership in the Indo-Pacific region, aligned with broader maritime cooperation efforts between India and Japan.
Q.6) In which state is the Machilipatnam Port Revival Project being developed?
[a] Tamil Nadu
[b] Andhra Pradesh
[c] Odisha
[d] Karnataka
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Answer: [b] Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Machilipatnam, a historic port city in Andhra Pradesh, is undergoing a major revival with the development of a Greenfield deep-water port at Manginapudi. This project aims to restore the city’s maritime legacy and boost the coastal economy of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. As of now, 48% of construction is complete. The port is expected to be operational by 2026, making it a vital logistics and trade hub for central and southern India. The port is expected to improve connectivity, exports, and employment in the region.
Q.7) Which organization is responsible for enhancing the UPI-PayNow cross-border payment linkage?
[a] Reserve Bank of India
[b] Ministry of Finance
[c] NPCI International Payments Ltd
[d] State Bank of India
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Answer: [c] NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL)
Explanation:
NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL)- international arm of NPCI, expanded the UPI-PayNow cross-border real-time remittance network by onboarding 13 more Indian banks, significantly broadening user access. The objective is to enhance ease, speed, and accessibility of cross-border remittances, particularly benefiting the Indian diaspora and migrant workers in Singapore. This enhancement went live on July 17, 2025.
Q.8) The Kalinga Ratna Award 2024 was conferred during the celebration of whose 600th birth anniversary?
[a] Utkalmani Gopabandhu Das
[b] Fakir Mohan Senapati
[c] Adikabi Sarala Das
[d] Kabi Samrat Upendra Bhanja
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Answer: [c] Adikabi Sarala Das
Explanation:
Kalinga Ratna Award 2024 was presented to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The award was conferred by President Droupadi Murmu during the 600th birth anniversary celebration of Adikabi Sarala Das. Adikabi Sarala Das was a 15th-century poet and scholar, revered as the father of Odia literature. His most notable contribution is the Odia Mahabharata, a landmark literary work. The award recognizes individuals for outstanding contributions in the field of literature, culture, and public life, particularly relating to Odisha.
Q.9) Which Indian state has launched the country’s first Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) ferry service?
[a] Kerala
[b] Maharashtra
[c] Goa
[d] Gujarat
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Answer: [c] Goa
Explanation:
India’s first RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) ferry service has been launched by the Goa government on the Mandovi River. It connects Chorao Island to Panaji, improving accessibility for locals and tourists. The RoRo ferry allows vehicles and passengers to roll on and roll off without unloading, improving efficiency. The initiative aims to reduce road traffic congestion, cut down travel time, and promote inland water transport (IWT). This marks a sustainable shift in urban mobility and transport planning in Goa.