Current affairs questions of 3rd July 2025
Current affairs are a key part of most competitive exams. They help you stay updated with recent events and important developments. Exams like UPSC, SSC, and banking often ask questions from the last 6 to 12 months. Knowing daily current affairs improves your score in the general awareness section. It also builds your overall knowledge and confidence. These questions from 3rd July 2025 will help you revise quickly. They cover news from politics, economy, sports, and international affairs. Regular practice keeps you exam-ready and boosts your chances of success.
1. Who inaugurated Ericsson’s first India-made antenna facility in Manesar?
- A. Ashwini Vaishnaw
- B. Nirmala Sitharaman
- C. Jyotiraditya Scindia
- D. Mikael Eriksson
Correct Answer: C. Jyotiraditya Scindia
Explanation: Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Minister, inaugurated Ericsson’s first antenna facility in India at VVDN Innovation Park, Manesar.
2. What is the main goal of the ‘RailOne’ app launched by the Railways Minister?
- A. Train engineering updates
- B. Job application portal
- C. One-stop platform for all passenger services
- D. Ticket refunds only
Correct Answer: C. One-stop platform for all passenger services
Explanation: The RailOne app aims to integrate services like ticketing, enquiries, food booking, and unreserved ticketing into a single digital platform.
3. Which mission marked the first-ever joint Quad Coast Guard exercise?
- A. SAGAR-Quad
- B. Quad-at-Sea
- C. Indo-Pacific Drill
- D. Maritime Vikas 2025
Correct Answer: B. Quad-at-Sea
Explanation: The Quad-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission is the first joint coast guard operation between India, the US, Australia, and Japan.
4. What is the interest rate for the Senior Citizens Savings Scheme for Q2 FY 2025-26?
- A. 7.4%
- B. 7.1%
- C. 8.2%
- D. 6.9%
Correct Answer: C. 8.2%
Explanation: The government kept small savings rates unchanged for Q2 FY 2025-26; Senior Citizens Savings Scheme continues to offer 8.2%.
5. Under which initiative was the Hedging Desk in Pune launched?
- A. Krishi Suraksha Yojana
- B. Maharashtra Agri Mission
- C. Balasaheb Thackeray Agribusiness and Rural Transformation Project
- D. Farmer First Program
Correct Answer: C. Balasaheb Thackeray Agribusiness and Rural Transformation Project
Explanation: Maharashtra CM launched the Hedging Desk under this project to help farmers hedge against crop price volatility.
6. What is the objective of the RDI Scheme approved by the Cabinet?
- A. Support women entrepreneurs
- B. Boost export subsidies
- C. Enhance private sector research and innovation
- D. Fund school education technology
Correct Answer: C. Enhance private sector research and innovation
Explanation: The ₹1 lakh crore RDI scheme aims to increase private investment in R&D and innovation, especially in sunrise sectors.
7. Which country recently launched the GOSAT-GW satellite on its final H-2A rocket?
- A. South Korea
- B. India
- C. China
- D. Japan
Correct Answer: D. Japan
Explanation: Japan launched the climate-monitoring GOSAT-GW satellite using the final H-2A rocket, transitioning to the H3 rocket series.
8. Where was the first Ladakh Astro Tourism Festival held?
- A. Nubra Valley
- B. Hanle
- C. Leh
- D. Kargil
Correct Answer: C. Leh
Explanation: The festival took place in Leh and Hanle Dark Sky Reserve to promote Ladakh’s stargazing tourism potential.
9. Who recently assumed charge as Air Officer-in-Charge Administration in the Indian Air Force?
- A. Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann
- B. Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana
- C. Parag Jain
- D. Air Marshal S Sivakumar
Correct Answer: D. Air Marshal S Sivakumar
Explanation: Air Marshal S Sivakumar took charge of the administration role at Air HQ with over 35 years of service in IAF.