Current affairs questions of 18th April 2025
Staying updated with current affairs is crucial for success in competitive exams such as UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, and other government job tests. These exams often include a dedicated section on general awareness or current events, testing candidates on recent developments in national and international news, economy, sports, science, and politics. Regular practice with current affairs questions not only improves your knowledge but also enhances your accuracy and speed in the exam. Being well-informed gives you a competitive edge and helps you perform better in interviews and group discussions as well.
1. What is the total value of ADB’s cumulative loan commitment to India as of December 2024?
A. $55.3 billion
B. $56.8 billion
C. $59.5 billion
D. $60 billion
Correct Answer: C. $59.5 billion
Explanation: As of December 31, 2024, ADB’s total loan commitment to India stood at $59.5 billion.
2. Who has been recommended as the 52nd Chief Justice of India?
A. Justice Sanjiv Khanna
B. Justice B.R. Gavai
C. Justice N.V. Ramana
D. Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
Correct Answer: B. Justice B.R. Gavai
Explanation: Justice Sanjiv Khanna has recommended Justice B.R. Gavai as the 52nd Chief Justice of India.
3. Which Indian train recently became the first to have an onboard ATM?
A. Shatabdi Express
B. Panchavati Express
C. Rajdhani Express
D. Tejas Express
Correct Answer: B. Panchavati Express
Explanation: The Mumbai-Manmad Panchavati Express is the first Indian train to feature an onboard ATM for passenger convenience.
4. What is the theme for World Haemophilia Day 2025?
A. Equity in Bleeding Disorders
B. Support for All: Care Beyond Limits
C. Access for All: Women and Girls Bleed Too
D. Bleeding Disorders: Everyone Counts
Correct Answer: C. Access for All: Women and Girls Bleed Too
Explanation: The theme for World Haemophilia Day 2025 is “Access for All: Women and Girls Bleed Too.”
5. What is the projected value of the global hand and power tools market by 2035?
A. $120 billion
B. $150 billion
C. $190 billion
D. $200 billion
Correct Answer: C. $190 billion
Explanation: The NITI Aayog report estimates the global hand and power tools market to grow to around $190 billion by 2035.
6. Where is the India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise ‘DUSTLIK-VI’ being held in 2025?
A. Ahmedabad
B. Lucknow
C. Pune
D. Termez
Correct Answer: C. Pune
Explanation: The 2025 edition of ‘DUSTLIK-VI’ is being held at the Foreign Training Node in Aundh, Pune.
7. How many job opportunities is Swiggy expected to mobilize through the NCS portal?
A. 5 lakh
B. 10 lakh
C. 12 lakh
D. 15 lakh
Correct Answer: C. 12 lakh
Explanation: Swiggy aims to mobilize over 12 lakh gig and logistics job opportunities through the NCS portal in the next 2–3 years.
8. What is the new name of Zepto’s parent company?
A. Zepto Technologies
B. Kiranakart Tech Pvt. Ltd.
C. Zepto Private Limited
D. Zepto E-commerce Ltd.
Correct Answer: C. Zepto Private Limited
Explanation: Zepto rebranded its parent company from Kiranakart Technologies Pvt. Ltd. to Zepto Private Limited.