October is observed as which awareness month, highlighting global commitment toward equitable care and recognizing every survivor’s journey?

What change did India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) propose for aircraft leasing on 1 October?

From 1 October, what can foreign nationals arriving in India use in place of the traditional paper disembarkation card?

Who released a commemorative stamp and coin to mark 100 years of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in 2025?

Which insurance company tied up with Equitas Small Finance Bank to distribute its non-life insurance products via Equitas branches?

Which event set a new attendance record of ~22,843 spectators in Guwahati on 1 October?

Which airline launched its first non-stop flight between Delhi and Manila on 1 October?

Which organization entered its 100th year of service on 1 Oct 2025, marking its 99th Foundation Day?

The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) came into effect on October 1, 2025. Which of the following statements regarding this pact is correct?

Which month is observed globally to highlight the commitment toward equitable care and recognize the journey of cancer survivors, specifically for Breast Cancer?

On October 1, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) floated draft changes to leasing norms to help airlines cover aircraft shortages. What specific restriction is being relaxed?

From October 1, 2025, which new facility is available for foreign nationals arriving in India to replace the traditional paper disembarkation card?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative stamp and coin on October 1, 2025, to mark the centenary year of which organization?

Which general insurance company recently tied up with Equitas Small Finance Bank to distribute its non-life insurance products via the bank's branches?

The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 began with a match between India and Sri Lanka. Who became India’s second-highest wicket-taker in women’s ODI during this event?

Which airline launched its first non-stop flight connecting Delhi and Manila on October 1, 2025?

In its October 2025 review, at what percentage did the RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) keep the repo rate unchanged?

On October 2, the Union Government announced a plan to build two cross-border rail links with which country, totaling 89 km at an estimated cost of about ₹4,033 crore?

Who assumed charge as Director General of NCC (National Cadet Corps) on October 3?

Which state became the first in India to complete a population estimation of snow leopards using a cost-effective scalable model on October 3?

The Union Government has announced a plan to build two cross-border rail links (totaling 89 km) at an estimated cost of ₹4,033 crore with which neighboring country?

Who assumed charge as the Director General of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) on October 3, 2025?

Which Indian state became the first to complete a population estimation of snow leopards using a cost-effective scalable model?

T. J. S. George was a veteran _______ and author who passed away at the age of 97. His death drew widespread tributes from across the country for his contributions to the field.

According to the Hurun Rich List 2025, who reclaimed the title of India’s richest person with a net worth of ₹9.55 lakh crore, surpassing Gautam Adani?

On October 4, 2025, which major global government entered a partial shutdown after its legislative body failed to pass a funding bill?

Following infant deaths linked to unsafe usage, the Centre issued a reminder on October 4 that cough syrups should not be given to children below what age?

The CBSE launched a "Virtual Mental Health Series" for students, teachers, and parents in cooperation with which institution?

In the first Test match of the series held in Ahmedabad on October 5, 2025, India defeated which team by an innings and 140 runs?

India defeated which team by an innings and 140 runs in the first Test match of the series played in Ahmedabad?

To strengthen school education infrastructure, the Union Cabinet approved the opening of how many new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) with a budget outlay of ~₹5,862 crore?

To improve pedestrian safety, the government has proposed mandating which system in electric and hybrid vehicles starting from 2026?

Who won the leadership of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party in Japan on October 5, 2025, positioning her to become the country’s first woman Prime Minister?

'Exercise Konkan-25', launched on October 6 off India’s western coast, is a naval exercise between India and which country?

At the World Para Athletics Championships 2025, India delivered its best-ever performance. What was the total medal tally?

Political uncertainty arose in France on October 6, 2025, following the resignation of which Prime Minister just weeks into his tenure?

On October 7, the government launched youth-focused initiatives worth over ₹62,000 crore. These initiatives primarily focused on which area?

What is the theme of the 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC 2025), scheduled to be held at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi?

Who were awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their pioneering work on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)?

The Suhandinata Cup (team event of the BWF World Junior Championships) is underway in which city in India from October 6-11, 2025?

The Indian Air Force Day 2025 was celebrated on which date, marking the founding of the IAF (1932)?

The India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 was inaugurated in which city?

Who inaugurated the Navi Mumbai International Airport on October 8, 2025?

The World Trade Organization (WTO) raised its forecast for global merchandise trade growth in 2025 to what percentage?

The final phase of Mumbai Metro Line-3 (Aqua Line) was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 8, 2025. What is the estimated cost of this project?

A labor strike at which French nuclear utility was expected to begin on October 8, 2025?

The Government of India unveiled the logo for the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, reflecting a blend of tradition (Ashoka Chakra), diversity, and modern AI vision.

Which of the following scientists were awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their work on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)?

Which Indian city hosted the Suhandinata Cup, the team event of the BWF World Junior Championships, in October 2025?

On which date was the 93rd anniversary of the Indian Air Force (Indian Air Force Day 2025) celebrated?

Which major airport project was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 8, 2025?

The World Trade Organization (WTO) raised its forecast for global merchandise trade growth in 2025 to what percentage?

On October 8, 2025, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the final phase of which Mumbai Metro line, connecting Acharya Atre Chowk to Cuffe Parade?

The Government of India unveiled the logo for which upcoming summit, featuring a design that blends the Ashoka Chakra with modern AI vision?

A labor strike at which major utility company in France began on October 8, 2025, raising concerns about power supply disruptions?

Who inaugurated the 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC 2025) at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in New Delhi?

A labor strike at which French nuclear utility began on October 8 and continued into October 9, potentially affecting the power supply in France?

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Secretary (Telecom), inaugurated the 2nd edition of International 6G Symposium 2025, held from October 09 to October 10, 2025 at ______ in New Delhi, Delhi.

Military exercise 'KONKAN 25' is underway between ______ and the UK.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is on a two-day visit to India to strengthen trade, tech, and defence ties, following the UK-India free trade agreement signed in ______ 2025.

Recently, APEDA facilitated the first-ever air shipment of India’s GI-tagged Indi Lime and Puliyankudi Lime to the United Kingdom. Which Indian state is associated with the cultivation of Indi Lime?

The 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) is being held on 1st November, 2025. Which country co-chairs the Experts Working Group on Counter Terrorism with India for the 2024-2027 cycle under ADMM-Plus?

Recently, a study raised environmental concerns over Manipur’s Loktak Lake, revealing that changes in land use are deteriorating the water quality of the rivers flowing into the lake, threatening its delicate ecosystem. Loktak Lake is the only floating lake in India, located in which state?

Recently, in Moscow, India’s Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) and Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation signed an MoU to produce SJ-100 passenger aircraft in India, marking a major step in strengthening bilateral defence and aviation cooperation. The SJ-100 aircraft was earlier known by which name?

Recently, the AmazonFACE project began studying how rainforests respond to future CO₂ levels using advanced FACE technology. What does FACE stand for?

Recently, the Northeast Frontier Railway introduced an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) to protect elephants and ensure safe train operations. What technology does the IDS primarily use to detect elephant movement on railway tracks?

Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the Terms of Reference of the 8th Central Pay Commission. Within what time frame will the Commission submit its recommendations?

Recently, the Taal Volcano in the Philippines erupted three times in a single day. What type of volcano is Taal classified as?

Recently, IRENA published a report evaluating global progress on the UAE Consensus goals to triple renewable energy capacity and double energy-efficiency improvements by 2030. The UAE Consensus was the key outcome of which COP summit?

What is the IUCN conservation status of the golden snub-nosed monkey?

India observed International Snow Leopard Day through the ‘#23for23’ campaign. What was the significance of the number 23 in this campaign?

Recently, the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) released ₹1.36 crore to Biodiversity Management Committees in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh under Access and Benefit Sharing. Under which Act was the NBA established?

Recently, after 50 years of local extinction, blackbucks have returned to Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary, known for its rich biodiversity and successful grassland restoration efforts. In which state is the Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary located?

Recently, Cochin Shipyard Limited delivered Mahe, the first Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Shallow Water Craft, to the Indian Navy. It is named after the historic port town of Mahe in Puducherry. Which of the following statements about Mahe is correct?

Which family does the cassava plant belong to?

What type of missile is the Storm Shadow?

In October 2025, representatives from several Central Asian countries endorsed a six-year work programme. The Central Asian Mammals Initiative (CAMI), primarily focuses on:

The Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) program, aimed at integrating AI competencies into India’s education system, was launched by which ministry?

Recently, the first-ever Indian Scops Owl sighting was reported near Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary in Vijayanagara, Karnataka. What is the scientific name of the Indian Scops Owl?

Recently, forest officials recorded a rare striped hyena sighting inside the Kali Tiger Reserve safari zone near Dandeli, Karnataka, highlighting the region’s rich biodiversity. Where is the Kali Tiger Reserve located?

A new GRAIN report warns that free trade agreements are imposing strict intellectual property rules on seeds, threatening farmers’ rights and biodiversity. What is the purpose of the Union for Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV)?

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched “UPI Help,” an AI-powered assistant for the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) platform. What is the main purpose of “UPI Help”?

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) week commenced on 20th October 2025, with representatives from over 200 jurisdictions attending. What is the primary mandate of FATF?

Recently, the Green India Challenge launched a pilot bamboo plantation in Telangana’s Adilabad district to help restore the livelihoods of Kolam tribal communities. The Kolam tribe is classified as which of the following?

Recently, Iceland, long free of mosquitoes, detected the presence of Culiseta annulata mosquitoes. Where is Iceland located?

Recently, Australia defended its A$2.5 billion, 30-year agreement with Nauru to resettle deported non-citizens, despite criticism from human rights groups alleging it shifts refugee responsibility to smaller Pacific nations. What is the de facto capital of Nauru?

Recently, at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) meeting, 57 nations voted to delay the adoption of a framework for carbon-free global shipping by one year following opposition from the United States. Where is the headquarters of the IMO located?

Recently, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) invoked Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR as the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossed 300, reaching the “very poor” category. GRAP is a statutory framework that prescribes stage-wise measures to control air pollution and protect public health. When was GRAP first introduced?

Recently, Ministry of Ayush’s delegation participated in the 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly. The Assembly is the world’s largest gathering on Arctic affairs, fostering global dialogue on climate, development, and cooperation. The 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly was held in

Recently, a Latin American country passed a law decriminalising euthanasia, making it the first predominantly Catholic Latin American country to legalise it through legislation. Which country has taken this step?

Recently, the Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS) of West Bengal’s Sundarbans received Global Technical Recognition from the FAO for its innovative aquaculture model during the FAO’s 80th Anniversary Celebrations in Rome. What is the name of this model?

Recently, a new study revealed how a small warm patch of water in the southeastern Arabian Sea, known as the Mini Warm Pool (MWP), helps the Indian Summer Monsoon (ISM) recover from the disruptive effects of El Niño. Where is the Mini Warm Pool located?

Recently, an Indian space-tech startup, GalaxEye, announced the launch of the world’s first multi-sensor Earth observation (EO) satellite in the first quarter of 2026. What is the name of this satellite mission?

Recently, the Indian Navy hosted the fifth edition of the exercise ‘Samudra Shakti - 2025’ at Visakhapatnam from 14-17 October 2025 to enhance interoperability and strengthen mutual understanding between the two navies. With which country is India conducting this exercise?

Where has the National Security Guard (NSG) recently opened its new operational hub?

What is Project Seabird of the Indian Navy?

What is unique about the methodology used in SAIEE 2021-25 for estimating elephant populations?

What is the Crew Escape System (CES) in the Gaganyaan mission?

Recent analyses on twinning rates and twin mortality, including projections for India, have drawn renewed policy attention. Studies suggest establishing a twin registry to support better maternal and child healthcare planning. What is the twinning rate?

Indian researchers at Raman Research Institute used a general-purpose computer to certify true random numbers, enhancing digital security for practical applications. What do Quantum Random Number Generators primarily use to generate randomness?

Recently, President Droupadi Murmu expressed happiness that the Siddi tribal community has achieved a literacy rate of over 72 per cent. What is the origin of the Siddi community?

Recently, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change notified India’s first legally binding Greenhouse Gas Emission Intensity Target Rules, 2025, to regulate emissions in high-pollution industries. Which body issues carbon credit certificates under these rules?

Which Indian Army unit is leading the contingent in Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2025?

Recently, the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities launched the revamped ‘Sugamya Bharat App’ at the Purple Fest in Goa to enhance accessibility for persons with disabilities across India. Which organization supported the development of the app?

Recently, scientists in Kerala discovered a new species of phytopathogenic fungus named Paramyothecium strychni, associated with leaf spots and blight disease. Paramyothecium strychni affects which type of plant?

Which city hosts the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) where the Foreign Currency Settlement System (FCSS) was launched?

Recently, researchers discovered a new-to-science fungus species named Bridgeoporus kanadii, notable for its exceptionally large fruiting bodies and ecological role in forest regeneration. In which Indian state was it found?

Recently, hundreds of people protested in Daporijo, Arunachal Pradesh, against the proposed 2,000 MW Subansiri Upper Hydroelectric Project, citing environmental and livelihood concerns. The Subansiri River, on which this project is planned, is a tributary of which major river?

Which two countries signed the Plutonium Management and Disposition Agreement to dispose of weapons-grade plutonium from dismantled nuclear warheads?

In which Indian state was the first commercial coal mine at the Namchik-Namphuk coal block launched?

From 12th October 2025, the European Union (EU) will begin implementing its long-delayed biometric Entry/Exit System (EES), transforming how non-EU citizens, including British travellers, enter and leave the Schengen area. What is the primary purpose of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES)?

In which city has India’s first dedicated Animal Birth Control (ABC) Training Centre been inaugurated?

Recently, Prime Minister paid tribute to Tiruppur Kumaran and Subramaniya Siva, praising their sacrifices, cultural pride, and patriotic inspiration for youth from Tamil Nadu. Who was Tiruppur Kumaran popularly known as?

Where was the 9th edition of India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 held?

Recently, Project Himank constructed the world’s highest motorable road at Mig La Pass, located at an altitude of 19,400 feet on the Changthang Plateau in Ladakh. Under which organization was the world’s highest motorable road at Mig La Pass constructed?

Recently, Special Gram Sabhas were held across one lakh tribal-dominated villages where the Tribal Village Vision 2030 Declaration was adopted. The Tribal Village Vision 2030 Declaration was adopted under which initiative launched by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs?

Recently, the Union Cabinet announced a nationwide celebration of the 150th anniversary of India’s national song, ‘Vande Mataram’. Who composed the national song ‘Vande Mataram’?

Recently, NASA’s Cassini spacecraft detected complex organic molecules in the icy plumes ejected from Enceladus, suggesting the potential for life in its subsurface ocean. Which of the following was one of the main objectives of the Cassini mission?

On which island did India’s only Mud Volcano recently erupt?

Recently, scientists have warned that the Amazon’s “flying rivers” are weakening. What is the primary source of water vapour for the Amazon’s “flying rivers”?

Which country has announced that it will join the NATO Pipeline System (NPS) amid rising tensions with Russia?

Which chemical was recently in the news after being investigated in cough syrups linked to child deaths?

Recently, the government announced 100 Aspirational Agriculture Districts under the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) across 29 states and Union Territories. What is the main purpose of these districts?

Recently, Finance Minister highlighted that India may not legalize private cryptocurrencies but must “prepare to engage” with stablecoins to avoid exclusion from global financial shifts. What are stablecoins?

Where will the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave 2025 be held?

Recently, Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration approved lecanemab (Leqembi) for treating which disease?

Recently, the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) developed the SARAL tool. SARAL is primarily designed to:

Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the National Pulses Mission. The National Pulses Mission primarily aims to:

Recently, the Department of Pharmaceuticals invited applications for research and innovation projects under its Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma-MedTech Sector (PRIP) scheme, aimed at strengthening India’s R&D ecosystem in the Pharma-MedTech industry. The PRIP scheme is run by which ministry?

As part of its centenary celebrations, UPSC launched a new portal for serving and retired officers. What is the name of this portal?

Recently, the amended International Health Regulations introduced the legal category of pandemic emergency to strengthen global response. What does the new pandemic emergency category relate to?

Recently, India was re-elected to Part II of the International Civil Aviation Organization Council for the term 2025-2028. Where is the headquarters of ICAO located?

Recently, the Indian Army issued a ₹30,000 crore tender to Bharat Electronics Limited to procure five to six regiments of an indigenously developed missile system. In this context, what type of system is ‘Anant Shastra’?

Recently, NASA launched the Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) along with two co-launched missions aboard a Falcon 9 rocket to study space weather and its impacts. Where is IMAP positioned to monitor the Sun-Earth environment?

Which country is hosting the World Para Athletics Championships 2025, marking its debut as host of this global event?

Recently, the European Union launched a “drone wall” along its eastern flank to counter airspace violations, particularly from Russia. Which country first proposed the Drone Wall Initiative in 2023?

Recently, the Telangana Chief Minister reviewed and directed emergency measures to tackle flooding along the Musi River following heavy rains and reservoir overflows. Where does the Musi River originate?

Which district from Karnataka won the Centre’s Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari Award under the Jal Shakti Abhiyan?

Recently, scientists have proposed the Laser Interferometer Lunar Antenna (LILA) on the Moon to detect gravitational waves in the mid-frequency range, overcoming limitations faced by Earth-based detectors like LIGO. What is the primary advantage of LILA over Earth-based detectors?