Daily & Latest Current Affairs in 2025

Correct Answer :   Indian Railways

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Indian Railways introduced a helmet camera system in North Bengal to enhance safety and prevent train accidents.

This live monitoring system enables railway workers to detect and address mechanical issues in real-time, ensuring safer train operations.

Initially deployed in the Maldah Division, it aims to extend across other regions.

The helmet cameras can capture detailed images and videos, allowing for proactive responses to potential hazards and demonstrating Indian Railways' commitment to improving passenger safety through technological advancements.

Correct Answer :   Uttar Pradesh

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Uttar Pradesh, under the leadership of CM Yogi Adityanath, is hosting Semicon India 2024 from September 11-13, 2024 at India Expo Mart in Greater Noida.

The event is designed to promote India's semiconductor sector and draw global investments.

It will run concurrently with Electronica India and Productronica India, offering a significant platform for the electronics and semiconductor industries in the country.

Correct Answer :   Tuhin Kanta Pandey

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Tuhin Kanta Pandey, an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, has been appointed as the new Finance Secretary of India.

He succeeds TV Somanathan, who has taken over as the Cabinet Secretary.

Before his new appointment, Mr. Pandey served as the secretary of the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM).

His extensive experience in public asset management and governance makes him well-suited for this crucial role in India’s financial administration.

Correct Answer :   State Bank of India

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The State Bank of India (SBI) Foundation has launched the third edition of its Asha Scholarship Program, aimed at providing financial support to 10,000 talented students from underprivileged backgrounds.

The scholarship program offers amounts ranging from Rs 15,000 to Rs 20 lakh, helping students from Class 6 to postgraduate levels achieve their educational goals.

This initiative reflects SBI's commitment to fostering educational opportunities for disadvantaged students across India.

Correct Answer :   September 7

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The International Day of Police Cooperation is observed on September 7 each year.

This date was selected by the United Nations to honour the foundation of INTERPOL’s predecessor, the International Criminal Police Commission (ICPC), which was established on September 7, 1923.

The observance, designated through a UN General Assembly resolution adopted in December 2022, also highlights the need for police integrity and collaboration among global law enforcement agencies.

Correct Answer :   2009

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International Vulture Awareness Day (IVAD) was first observed in 2009, an initiative that originated in South Africa and the United Kingdom.

The event is celebrated annually on the first Saturday (7th Sep 2024) of September, aiming to raise awareness about vultures, a critically endangered group of birds.

Vultures play an essential role in maintaining ecological balance as scavengers, helping to prevent the spread of diseases by consuming animal carcasses.

Despite often being misunderstood, they are invaluable to both ecosystems and human health.

Correct Answer :   India

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India has set a goal to boost its alcoholic beverage exports to Rs 8,000 crore (US$ 952.9 million) as part of its broader initiative to enhance its global market presence.

This effort is supported by the Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) and aligns with the 'Make in India' initiative.

India is currently ranked 40th in global alcoholic beverage exports and aims to increase this ranking through key products like the 'Godawan' single-malt whisky and by expanding export markets in the US, Africa, and Europe.

Correct Answer :   Brazil

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Brazil, alongside India, resolved a World Trade Organization (WTO) trade dispute concerning sugar subsidies.

This resolution is part of their broader strategic partnership, which includes collaboration in areas such as ethanol technology and addressing global sugar surplus issues.

The two nations have a comprehensive bilateral relationship, including engagements in strategic dialogue, trade forums, and various cooperative mechanisms.

This resolution also underscores their joint efforts to tackle global challenges affecting sugar prices and trade.

Correct Answer :   Yagi

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Super Typhoon Yagi, the most powerful storm to hit Asia in over a decade, caused widespread devastation across Southeast Asia.

It made landfall in southern China’s Hainan province with winds exceeding 230 km/h, prompting mass evacuations and extensive damage.

Prior to this, it had already caused fatalities and destruction in the northern Philippines.

Yagi, classified as a Category 4-equivalent storm, is expected to continue towards Vietnam, further disrupting the region.

This event highlights the increasing intensity of tropical cyclones, which scientists attribute to climate change and warming oceans.

Correct Answer :   Croatia

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Arun Goel, a retired IAS officer and former Election Commissioner of India, has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Croatia by the Ministry of External Affairs.

After his retirement in March 2024, Goel was chosen for this prestigious diplomatic role, marking another significant chapter in his distinguished civil service career. His experience in governance and public administration will be valuable in representing India and fostering diplomatic relations between India and Croatia.