Firsts & Records Current Affairs Quiz — Last 12 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
'Suryastra', flagged off at Shirdi on 23 May 2026, is:
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Correct answer: A — India's first 300 km Universal Rocket Launching System
PIB: India's first 300 km Universal Rocket Launching System 'Suryastra' was flagged off at the event.
The private-sector Defence Manufacturing Complex inaugurated by Rajnath Singh on 23 May 2026 belongs to which company and is located where?
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Correct answer: B — NIBE Group, Shirdi
The complex of NIBE Group was inaugurated at Shirdi, Maharashtra.
Consider the following statements about the event at Shirdi on 23 May 2026: 1. Indigenous TNT and RDX plant technologies were unveiled. 2. NIBE Group and Black Sky exchanged an MoU in the field of satellite assembly. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are in the PIB release: TNT and RDX plant technologies were unveiled, and an MoU on satellite assembly was exchanged between NIBE Group and Black Sky.
What national-record time did Gurindervir Singh clock to win the men's 100m at the Federation Cup in Ranchi on 23 May 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 10.09 seconds
Gurindervir ran 10.09s, the first Indian under 10.10s; Animesh Kujur's 10.15s from the semi-finals was the previous record.
Who became the first Indian decathlete to cross 8,000 points, at the Federation Cup in Ranchi in May 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Tejaswin Shankar
Tejaswin Shankar scored 8,057 points; Thowfeeq N. was second and Gokul K.R. third, while Vishal T.K. set the 400m record.
Consider the following statements about the Federation Cup athletics in Ranchi (23 May 2026): 1. Vishal T.K. became the first Indian to run the 400m in under 45 seconds. 2. Vishal T.K.'s 400m record broke a mark previously held by Animesh Kujur. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Vishal ran 44.98s, the first sub-45 run by an Indian. The old record of 45.12s was his own, so statement 2 is wrong.
Who conferred the Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree Commander Grand Cross, on PM Narendra Modi on 17 May 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Crown Princess Victoria
Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden conferred the award at a special ceremony in Gothenburg.
Which distinction did PM Modi achieve with the Royal Order of the Polar Star in May 2026?
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Correct answer: D — First Asian leader to be conferred the award
PIB states that PM Modi is the first Asian leader to be conferred the award.
According to PIB, in which century was Sweden's Royal Order of the Polar Star instituted?
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Correct answer: B — 18th century
PIB describes it as one of Sweden's oldest honours, instituted in the 18th century.
Operation RAGEPILL, announced by the NCB in May 2026, led to India's first-ever seizure of which drug?
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Correct answer: C — Captagon
Operation RAGEPILL resulted in India's first-ever seizure of Captagon.
Under Operation RAGEPILL, about 196.2 kg of Captagon powder was recovered from a container at which port location?
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Correct answer: B — Mundra, Gujarat
The 196.2 kg of Captagon powder was recovered from a container at a CFS in Mundra, Gujarat, on 14 May 2026.
According to the NCB (May 2026), Captagon mainly contains which substances?
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Correct answer: D — Fenetylline and amphetamine
NCB said Captagon mainly contains fenetylline and amphetamine, psychotropic substances under the NDPS Act.
Where is Rajasthan's first semiconductor plant, inaugurated in May 2026, located?
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Correct answer: D — Bhiwadi
Sahasra Semiconductors' ATMP/OSAT facility, Rajasthan's first semiconductor plant, is at Bhiwadi.
Which company's facility at Bhiwadi was described by MeitY in May 2026 as India's first SME-led semiconductor facility?
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Correct answer: A — Sahasra Semiconductors
MeitY described the ATMP/OSAT facility of Sahasra Semiconductors at Bhiwadi as India's first SME-led semiconductor facility.
Which company became India's first mining company to produce 50 million tonnes of iron ore in a single financial year (announced 13 March 2026)?
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Correct answer: B — NMDC Limited
NMDC Limited, a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Steel, crossed 50 MT in FY 2025–26.
NMDC's mechanised iron ore mines, mentioned in the 13 March 2026 release, are located in which two States?
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Correct answer: C — Chhattisgarh and Karnataka
The release says NMDC has highly mechanised operations in the mineral-rich regions of Chhattisgarh and Karnataka.
Consider the following statements about NMDC Limited: 1. It was established in 1958 to develop India's iron ore resources. 2. It is a Maharatna company under the Ministry of Mines. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: NMDC is a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Steel.
The world-first surgery performed at Army Hospital (R&R), Delhi on 10 March 2026, implanting a Hydrus Microstent under aqueous angiography guidance, treats which eye disease?
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Correct answer: B — Glaucoma
The minimally invasive glaucoma surgery placed the Hydrus Microstent in Schlemm's canal to improve aqueous drainage, alongside cataract surgery.
India's first riverine lighthouses, whose foundation stones were laid on 5 March 2026, will come up on which river?
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Correct answer: A — Brahmaputra
The four lighthouses will be built along the Brahmaputra, National Waterway-2, in Assam.
Which of the following is the only riverine lighthouse site on the north bank of the Brahmaputra?
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Correct answer: B — Biswanath Ghat
Pandu, Bogibeel and Silghat are on the south bank; Biswanath Ghat is the only north-bank site.
Consider the following statements about the riverine lighthouses on National Waterway-2: 1. They are being built by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships with the Inland Waterways Authority of India. 2. Each lighthouse will be solar-powered and 20 metres tall. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: DGLL and IWAI are building the four solar-powered, 20-metre lighthouses at about ₹84 crore.
The Cycling League of India, whose logo was unveiled on 5 March 2026, will have how many franchises?
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Correct answer: B — Eight
The league will have eight city- or region-based franchises, each with ten cyclists.
Which team won its first-ever Ranji Trophy title on 28 February 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir won their maiden Ranji Trophy title, beating Karnataka on first-innings lead.
Who captained Jammu and Kashmir to their first Ranji Trophy title in 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Paras Dogra
41-year-old Paras Dogra captained J&K.
Where was the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy final between Karnataka and Jammu and Kashmir played?
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Correct answer: B — KSCA Stadium, Hubballi
The final was played at the KSCA Stadium in Hubballi, Karnataka, from 24 to 28 February 2026.
What is the total length of the Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor dedicated to the nation in February 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 82 km
The full Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor, from Sarai Kale Khan to Modipuram, is 82 km long.
Between which two stations does the full Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor run?
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Correct answer: B — Sarai Kale Khan and Modipuram
With the 22 February 2026 inauguration, the corridor runs from Sarai Kale Khan in Delhi to Modipuram in Meerut.
Which agency built the Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor?
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Correct answer: D — National Capital Region Transport Corporation
The Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat (RRTS) corridor is built by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC).
Consider the following statements about the Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor: 1. It is India's first Regional Rapid Transit System. 2. Namo Bharat trains and the Meerut Metro run on the same tracks and stations, a first in India. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The Delhi–Meerut corridor is India's first RRTS, and for the first time Namo Bharat and Metro run on the same track and stations.
Which two sections of the Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor were opened on 22 February 2026 to complete it?
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Correct answer: A — Sarai Kale Khan–New Ashok Nagar and Meerut South–Modipuram
The PM opened the 5-km Sarai Kale Khan–New Ashok Nagar and 21-km Meerut South–Modipuram sections, completing the 82-km corridor.
Which Indian film won the BAFTA for Best Children's & Family Film in February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Boong
The Manipuri-language film Boong, directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, won the award at the 79th BAFTA Film Awards.
Who directed the BAFTA-winning film 'Boong'?
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Correct answer: D — Lakshmipriya Devi
Boong is the debut feature of director Lakshmipriya Devi.
The film 'Boong', which won a BAFTA in 2026, is in which language?
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Correct answer: A — Manipuri
Boong is a Manipuri-language film set in Manipur.
Where were the 87th Raising Day celebrations of the CRPF held on 21 February 2026, the first time its Day Parade was held in the North-East?
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Correct answer: D — Guwahati
Amit Shah attended the 87th Raising Day of the CRPF in Guwahati, Assam — the first CRPF Day Parade in the North-East.
Consider the following statements made at the CRPF's 87th Raising Day (21 February 2026): 1. The CRPF has 248 battalions and 3,25,000 personnel. 2. Operation Black Forest was cited as a CRPF operation against Naxalism. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. Amit Shah said CRPF has 248 battalions and 3,25,000 personnel and praised its role in Operation Black Forest against Naxalism.
Where will NIELIT set up India's first dedicated Quantum and AI university campus under an MoU signed on 20 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Amaravati
NIELIT signed an MoU with the Andhra Pradesh government to set up the campus in Amaravati.
NIELIT, which signed the Quantum and AI campus MoU with Andhra Pradesh in February 2026, functions under which ministry?
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Correct answer: C — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
NIELIT is under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY).
The Guinness World Record announced by India on 18 February 2026 at the India AI Impact Summit was for:
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Correct answer: A — Most pledges received for an AI responsibility campaign in 24 hours
India received 250,946 valid pledges in 24 hours over 16–17 February under the IndiaAI Mission campaign with Intel India.
Where was the Waterjet Production & Testing Facility of Marine Jet Power India inaugurated by the DG of the Indian Coast Guard on 13 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Goa
DG ICG Paramesh Sivamani inaugurated the facility in Goa.
With the waterjet facility in Goa, India became the third country to host such a facility after:
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Correct answer: D — The US and South Korea
India became the third country after the United States and South Korea.
Which became India's first Major Port to receive the IGBC Platinum rating, as announced on 11 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — V.O. Chidambaranar Port
V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, became the first Major Port to receive IGBC Platinum.
What share of the V.O. Chidambaranar Port Administration Building's electricity is generated on site through solar power?
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Correct answer: C — 89%
The building runs on 100% renewable energy: 89% from on-site solar and 11% from the port's off-site renewable sources.
After its MoU with the General Insurance Council on 10 February 2026, the All India Institute of Ayurveda can offer cashless treatment under how many general insurance companies?
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Correct answer: C — 32
AIIA is now empanelled with all 32 general insurance companies under the General Insurance Council.
Consider the following about the General Insurance Council: 1. It is a statutory body constituted under Section 64C of the Insurance Act, 1938. 2. It has been functioning since 2001 under the aegis of IRDAI. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the Council is constituted under Section 64C of the Insurance Act, 1938 and has functioned since 2001 under IRDAI.
What are the driver partners of the cooperative taxi service 'Bharat Taxi' called?
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Correct answer: D — Sarathis
Driver partners of Bharat Taxi are called 'Sarathis'; more than 1,200 attended the launch.
Consider the following about the launch of Bharat Taxi on 5 February 2026: 1. Sarathis will get free treatment up to ₹5 lakh. 2. MoUs were signed with nine institutions, including DMRC and SBI. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Ministry of Cooperation release.
The first full rake of rice to reach the Kashmir Valley by rail in January 2026 was unloaded at which goods shed?
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Correct answer: C — Anantnag
PIB (Railways): the first full rake of 42 wagons carrying 2,768 tonnes of rice reached the Anantnag goods shed on 22 January 2026.
From which rail terminal was the first full rake of rice for the Kashmir Valley loaded in January 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Sangrur, Punjab
PIB (Railways): the full rake was loaded at the Sangrur rail terminal in Punjab on 21 January and reached Anantnag within 24 hours.
'ASC ARJUN', the humanoid robot deployed by Indian Railways in January 2026, is stationed at which railway station?
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Correct answer: B — Visakhapatnam
PIB (Railways): ASC ARJUN was introduced at Visakhapatnam Railway Station, a first on the Indian Railways network.
The humanoid robot ASC ARJUN primarily supports which force at the railway station?
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Correct answer: B — Railway Protection Force
PIB (Railways): the robot works alongside RPF personnel and sends real-time alerts to RPF control rooms.
On which highway corridor did NHAI set four Guinness World Records for bituminous concrete laying in January 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Bengaluru–Kadapa–Vijayawada Economic Corridor
PIB (MoRTH): the records were set on the Bengaluru–Kadapa–Vijayawada Economic Corridor of NH-544G.
Near which town in Andhra Pradesh did NHAI set its first two Guinness World Records on 6 January 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Puttaparthi
PIB (MoRTH): on 6 January 2026, NHAI made two Guinness World Records near Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh.
NHAI's January 2026 record for continuous paving covered 156 lane km. What was the previous world record it surpassed?
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Correct answer: B — 84.4 lane km
PIB (MoRTH): the 156 lane km continuous paving surpassed the previous world record of 84.4 lane km.
Which team did India defeat in the final to win the SDAT Squash World Cup 2025 on 14 December 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Hong Kong, China
The Hindu and World Squash: India beat top seeds Hong Kong, China 3-0 in the final in Chennai.
Which Indian player won the third and title-clinching match of the Squash World Cup 2025 final by beating Tomato Ho?
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Correct answer: D — Anahat Singh
The Hindu, NIE and World Squash: Anahat Singh beat Tomato Ho 3-0 to seal India's 3-0 win, after Joshna Chinappa and Abhay Singh won the first two matches.
Before winning the title in December 2025, what was India's best finish at the Squash World Cup?
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Correct answer: A — Bronze medal in 2023
The Hindu and Olympics.com: the title improved on India's previous best finish, a bronze medal at the 2023 edition.
Mizoram's first rail-carried consignment of cars, reported on 14 December 2025, arrived at which railway station?
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Correct answer: D — Sairang
PIB 2203707: Sairang Railway Station handled its first-ever direct inward automobile rake, carrying 119 Maruti cars.
How many tunnels does the 51.38-km Bairabi–Sairang railway line in Mizoram pass through?
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Correct answer: C — 45
PIB 2203707: the 51.38-km line passes through 45 tunnels.
On which date did PM Narendra Modi inaugurate the Bairabi–Sairang railway line, integrating Mizoram's capital into the national rail network?
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Correct answer: B — 13 September 2025
PIB 2203707 and The Indian Express: the line was inaugurated by PM Modi on 13 September 2025.
The Odisha Watermanship and Lifeguard Institute (OSWALI), inaugurated on 12 December 2025, is located near which place?
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Correct answer: A — Konark
PTI, OdishaBytes and Kalinga TV (12 Dec 2025): OSWALI was inaugurated at Ramchandi near Konark in Puri district.
Consider the following statements about OSWALI, inaugurated in Odisha on 12 December 2025: 1. It was built at a cost of ₹12 crore. 2. It will train only Odisha's own fire services personnel. 3. An MoU was signed with the National Institute of Water Sports, Goa. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: C — 1 and 3 only
PTI, OdishaBytes, Kalinga TV and TOI: OSWALI cost ₹12 crore and will train fire personnel from across the country, CAPFs, NDRF, police and volunteers; an MoU was signed with NIWS, Goa.
India's first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell passenger vessel began commercial service on 11 December 2025 at which place?
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Correct answer: A — Namo Ghat, Varanasi
PIB 2202412: Sarbananda Sonowal flagged off the vessel's commercial operation at Namo Ghat, Varanasi.
Which shipyard built India's first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell passenger vessel, owned by IWAI?
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Correct answer: A — Cochin Shipyard Ltd
PIB 2202412: the vessel, owned by the Inland Waterways Authority of India, was built by Cochin Shipyard Ltd.
What type of fuel cell system powers the hydrogen passenger vessel launched at Varanasi on 11 December 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Low Temperature Proton Exchange Membrane fuel cell
PIB 2202412: the vessel operates on a Low Temperature Proton Exchange Membrane fuel cell system that converts stored hydrogen into electricity, releasing only water.
Which team did India beat 4-2 to win the bronze medal at the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025 on 10 December 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Argentina
FIH match sheet, IANS and India Today: India beat Argentina 4-2 in the third-place match in Chennai.
Who was the head coach of the Indian team that won bronze at the FIH Men's Junior Hockey World Cup 2025?
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Correct answer: D — P.R. Sreejesh
India Today and Indian Express (10–11 Dec 2025): the team was coached by P.R. Sreejesh.
At which stadium did India win the bronze medal match of the FIH Men's Junior Hockey World Cup 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Chennai
FIH match sheet and IANS: the match was played at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Chennai.
How many solar agriculture pumps did Maharashtra install in one month to set the Guinness World Record recognised in December 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 45,911
Akashvani (4 Dec 2025) and pv magazine: 45,911 solar agriculture pumps in a single month.
Under which scheme did Maharashtra install the solar pumps that earned a Guinness World Record in December 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump
Akashvani (4 Dec 2025): the pumps were installed under the 'Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump' scheme; pv magazine also names the Magel Tyala Solar Pump initiative.
Which State utility announced Maharashtra's Guinness World Record for solar agriculture pumps in December 2025?
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Correct answer: C — MSEDCL
Akashvani and pv magazine: the State power utility MSEDCL (Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd.) announced the record.
India's first all-electric green tug, whose steel-cutting was flagged off on 3 December 2025, is designed for which port authority?
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Correct answer: D — Deendayal Port Authority
PIB 2198444: the tug is designed for Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla.
Under which programme of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is India's first all-electric green tug being developed?
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Correct answer: A — Green Tug Transition Programme
PIB 2198444: the tug is being developed under the Ministry's Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP).
In its first-ever participation at the WorldSkills Asia Competition 2025, India secured which rank?
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Correct answer: B — 8th
India finished 8th among 29 participating nations in its debut at WSAC 2025.
At WorldSkills Asia 2025, India's only silver medal was won by Muskan in which skill?
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Correct answer: A — Painting & Decorating
Muskan won silver in Painting & Decorating.