Q.1) Which Indian state has become the first to introduce an independent Shipbuilding, Ship Repair, and Ship Recycling Policy?
[a] Gujarat
[b] Maharashtra
[c] Tamil Nadu
[d] Andhra Pradesh
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Answer: [b] Maharashtra
Explanation
Maharashtra has become the first Indian state to adopt an independent Shipbuilding, Ship Repair, and Ship Recycling Policy, 2025. The policy targets an investment of Rs 6,600 crore by 2030 to strengthen the maritime sector.
This is a major push towards boosting shipbuilding, repair, and recycling industries, creating jobs, and attracting investment. The Darukhana shipbreaking yard in Mumbai was shut down between 2015-16 due to its contribution to environmental pollution.
Q.2) What is the name of the initiative under which the US approved the sale of military hardware to India?
[a] Indo-Pacific Maritime Security Initiative (IPMSI)
[b] Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA)
[c] Indo-Pacific Naval Partnership Program (IPNPP)
[d] Indo-Pacific Defense Alliance (IPDA)
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Answer: [b] Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA)
Explanation
The U.S. State Department has approved a Foreign Military Sale to India worth $131 million. The deal includes Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) systems and related equipment. The IPMDA is an initiative under the QUAD grouping (India, US, Japan, Australia) aimed at strengthening maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region. This sale signals concrete progress in implementing the QUAD’s maritime cooperation plans and enhancing India’s maritime surveillance and domain awareness capabilities.
Q.3) Which company has unveiled India’s first Gold-Melting ATM?
[a] Malabar Gold
[b] Goldsikka
[c] Tanishq
[d] Kalyan Jewellers
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Answer: [b] Goldsikka
Explanation:
Goldsikka, a Hyderabad-based company, has unveiled the world’s first AI-powered Gold Melting ATM. The ATM will allow users to buy, sell, exchange, lease, digitize, and monetize gold and gold jewellery. The physical launch of the ATM is awaiting regulatory approvals. Goldsikka has already installed 14 Gold ATMs (for dispensing gold and silver coins) across India and 3 ATMs in other countries. This innovation marks a major leap in the gold retail and fintech sector.
Q.4) Which Indian company has launched the country’s first AI-integrated MCP server for payments?
[a] Paytm
[b] PhonePe
[c] Razorpay
[d] BharatPe
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Answer: [c] Razorpay
Explanation:
Razorpay, a leading Indian payment service provider, has launched India’s first AI-integrated Model Context Protocol (MCP) server. This MCP server is designed to enhance the connectivity between businesses’ AI assistants and the payment gateway, improving efficiency, automation, and payment experiences. Razorpay becomes the first payment gateway in India to integrate the MCP server, signaling a significant advancement in AI-led financial technology solutions.
Q.5) Which Indian state has unveiled the country’s first AI-based data centre park?
[a] Maharashtra
[b] Karnataka
[c] Chhattisgarh
[d] Telangana
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Answer: [c] Chhattisgarh
Explanation
The Chhattisgarh government has laid the foundation for India’s first AI-based data centre park. Location is 14 acres of land in Nava Raipur, the new capital city. The project is designed with a focus on environmental protection, and will implement green and energy-efficient technologies. This marks a significant move towards tech-led infrastructure and sustainable development in India’s digital ecosystem.
Q.6) Which Indian institution has been selected to lead a submarine cable initiative for long-term observations of the Indian Ocean?
[a] National Institute of Oceanography (NIO)
[b] Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)
[c] Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
[d] Geological Survey of India (GSI)
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Answer: [b] Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)
Explanation:
INCOIS (Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services) has been chosen by international scientific community to implement a submarine cable project at West of Wandoor, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The project will set up a multi-parameter observatory of ~150 km length. Purpose is to carry out long-term scientific observations of the Indian Ocean, which will strengthen ocean data collection, marine research, and environmental monitoring.