Daily & Latest Current Affairs in 2025

Correct Answer :   Maruti Suzuki

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Maruti Suzuki, a renowned Indian automobile manufacturer, is elevating vehicle safety standards by introducing the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) as standard on its entry-level hatchback models, Alto K10, and S-Presso.

This move enhances stability and safety, especially during emergency manoeuvres, without affecting the price or adding extra cost to customers.

With this initiative, Maruti Suzuki reinforces its commitment to providing affordable, safer, and technologically advanced vehicles, aligning with global standards and customer expectations.

Correct Answer :   Karnataka

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Karnataka leads India in the number of public EV charging stations, boasting 5,765 stations, with a significant concentration (85%) in the Bengaluru Urban district.

This achievement is supported by the FAME scheme, investments by Bescom, and public-private partnerships (PPP).

Karnataka is further strengthening its EV infrastructure by planning an additional 2,500 charging stations and allocating ?35 crore for 100 more stations in collaboration with electricity companies.

Correct Answer :   Thailand

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Thailand has confirmed its second case of the Clade 1b strain of the monkeypox virus in a 66-year-old European tourist.

This marks a rare occurrence outside of Africa, raising concerns about global spread.

The Clade 1b strain is known for being more contagious, and the WHO declared monkeypox a public health emergency in response to these cases.

The patient is currently hospitalized and under treatment at a Bangkok hospital, while the source of the virus has been identified as an African country.

No further transmission has been detected in Thailand, indicating effective containment measures.

Correct Answer :   RHUMI 1

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India is set to launch its first reusable hybrid rocket, RHUMI 1, developed by Space Zone India, which will transport 3 Cube Satellites and 50 PICO Satellites to a suborbital trajectory.

This launch represents India's first attempt at a reusable hybrid rocket, focusing on flexibility and reusability. The launch showcases India's growing capabilities in space technology and its focus on innovative space solutions.

Correct Answer :   China

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China is expanding its investments in Afghanistan amidst global concern over its growing influence in the war-torn nation.

With the Taliban's rise to power and Afghanistan's economic struggles, China has stepped in, investing in infrastructure and security, while also seeking to maintain its business interests and regional connectivity.

The move is seen as a strategic manoeuvre to strengthen its position in the region.

Correct Answer :   Karnataka

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A Kannada Medium school in Sullia, Karnataka, is pioneering a unique educational approach by integrating a paddy field into its campus.

This innovative project is designed to provide students with an immersive learning experience in the practical aspects of food cultivation.

The school, which has been operating since 1973 and has over 500 students, has prepared a 3,500 square-meter field for this purpose.

Correct Answer :   Sri Lanka

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India’s Petronet LNG and a Sri Lankan firm have signed an MoU to develop LNG infrastructure and supply in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

This agreement aligns with Sri Lanka's sustainable energy objectives, including the construction of over 1000 MW LNG power plants near Colombo.

Additionally, the MoU facilitates the use of LNG in Sri Lankan households.

The agreement was formalized in the presence of Sri Lanka’s Power Minister and India’s Deputy High Commissioner, highlighting the collaborative efforts between the two nations to enhance energy security and sustainable development in the region.

Correct Answer :   Assam

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The Assam government will propose a bill for compulsory government registration of Muslim marriages and divorces, aiming to end underage marriages and protect tribal areas and cultural sites.

The bill, to be tabled in the Autumn Session, seeks to end the Kazi's authority to register Muslim marriages and divorces and ensure government oversight of such registrations.

It also includes provisions to protect religious, cultural, and historical structures, as well as expand the 'Orunodoi' poverty alleviation scheme, aiming to cover an additional 12.6 lakh households.

Correct Answer :   Japan

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Sembcorp Industries, along with Japanese firms, has signed an agreement marking India's first export of green ammonia to Japan.

Green ammonia will be produced in India using renewable energy, and Japan's Kyushu Electric will incorporate it into its energy mix.

This pact reflects India's growing ambition to become a global leader in green ammonia and hydrogen production, supported by ongoing initiatives and tenders in this field.

The partnership between India and Japan underscores the significance of renewable energy collaborations in achieving sustainable energy goals.

Correct Answer :   Surat

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Gujarat-based semicon company Suchi Semicon is poised to inaugurate India's first OSAT (Outsourced Assembly and Testing) plant in Surat.

This significant development aims to bolster the country’s semiconductor sector.

Expected to generate around 1,200 jobs in advanced semiconductor manufacturing, the facility underscores efforts to fill gaps in India's supply chain for semiconductor components, which have become increasingly crucial for electronic devices.

With significant state support, including incentives and the potential for ISM (Investment Substitution Model) subsidies, Suchi Semicon's strategic focus on recruiting talent and technological innovation, particularly in legacy products and power devices, signals a pivotal move toward self-reliance in semiconductor production.