1. Which brand did Reliance Retail acquire, known for its tagline “The Coolest One”?

• A. Voltas
• B. Kelvinator
• C. Whirlpool
• D. LG

Correct Answer: B. Kelvinator

Explanation: Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd. acquired the iconic Kelvinator brand, once famous in India for its “The Coolest One” tagline during the 1970s–80s.

2. What is the purpose of the Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline project?

• A. Export gas to neighboring countries
• B. Boost coal-based power generation
• C. Supply clean fuel to homes, vehicles, and industries
• D. Create gas storage reserves

Correct Answer: C. Supply clean fuel to homes, vehicles, and industries

Explanation: The ₹1,190 crore Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline is aimed at supporting a clean energy transition by supplying gas to households, vehicles, and industries.

3. Where will the 2nd Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 be held?

• A. Mumbai
• B. Delhi
• C. Hyderabad
• D. Chennai

Correct Answer: C. Hyderabad

Explanation: Hyderabad will host the 2nd Women’s Kabaddi World Cup from August 3–10, 2025, at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium.

4. What is the new name approved for Islampur in Maharashtra?

• A. Shivpur
• B. Ishwarpur
• C. Satyapur
• D. Ramnagar

Correct Answer: B. Ishwarpur

Explanation: The Maharashtra government has approved renaming Islampur to Ishwarpur, with the proposal sent to the Union government for final clearance.

5. What is NSCSTI 2.0 focused on?

• A. Defence modernization
• B. AI-based public health diagnostics
• C. Civil services training reform
• D. Space research development

Correct Answer: C. Civil services training reform

Explanation: NSCSTI 2.0 is a new framework launched to modernize civil services training across India using AI, hybrid learning, and Indian Knowledge Systems.

6. Which Indian ship made its first visit to Port Klang, Malaysia?

• A. INS Kiltan
• B. INS Shakti
• C. INS Delhi
• D. INS Sandhayak

Correct Answer: D. INS Sandhayak

Explanation: INS Sandhayak, India’s indigenously built hydrographic survey ship, made its maiden port call to Malaysia’s Port Klang to promote the MAHASAGAR vision.

7. Who launched the NSCSTI 2.0 civil services training framework?

• A. PM Narendra Modi
• B. Amit Shah
• C. Dr. Jitendra Singh
• D. Nirmala Sitharaman

Correct Answer: C. Dr. Jitendra Singh

Explanation: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched NSCSTI 2.0 in Delhi to modernize and standardize civil services training.

8. Which meteorite set a new auction record by selling for $5.3 million?

• A. Sahara 12345
• B. Martian X-2025
• C. NWA 16788
• D. Red Rock 999

Correct Answer: C. NWA 16788

Explanation: NWA 16788 is the largest known Martian meteorite on Earth and sold for $5.3 million at Sotheby’s auction.

9. What is the aim of the collaboration between NIEPID and Jai Vakeel Foundation?

• A. Launching new schools for the disabled
• B. Creating a digital-only education portal
• C. Implementing uniform education for CwIDs
• D. Building residential care homes

Correct Answer: C. Implementing uniform education for CwIDs

Explanation: NIEPID and Jai Vakeel Foundation signed an MoU to implement a structured education model for Children with Intellectual Disabilities across India.

10. What award did the State Bank of India win in 2025?

• A. Best Digital Bank in Asia
• B. World’s Best Consumer Bank
• C. Best Rural Bank
• D. Most Trusted Brand

Correct Answer: B. World’s Best Consumer Bank

Explanation: State Bank of India was named “World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025” by Global Finance magazine for its digital transformation and customer-first approach.