Science & Technology Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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The Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP), whose Phase III was approved in October 2025, is run by the Department of Biotechnology in partnership with which organisation?
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Correct answer: D — Wellcome Trust, UK
BRCP is a DBT–Wellcome Trust (UK) partnership implemented through the India Alliance SPV.
Consider the following statements about Phase III of the Biomedical Research Career Programme: 1. Its total cost is ₹1,500 crore, of which the Department of Biotechnology contributes ₹1,000 crore. 2. The programme was first launched in 2018-19. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: BRCP was launched in 2008-09; Phase II began in 2018-19.
According to Dr Jitendra Singh in September 2025, India's pharma exports were valued at nearly how much?
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Correct answer: B — $27.8 billion
He said pharma exports were nearly $27.8 billion and expected to cross $30 billion by year-end.
How many lost and stolen mobile handsets had been recovered through DoT's Sanchar Saathi platform, as announced on 30 September 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Over 6 lakh
The 'Block Your Lost/Stolen Mobile Handset' facility crossed the milestone of over 6 lakh recoveries.
In which city did UIDAI hold the fourth Aadhaar Samvaad on 29 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Hyderabad
The fourth Aadhaar Samvaad was held in Hyderabad; earlier editions were in Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi.
Which Aadhaar Day did the Aadhaar MyStamp unveiled by India Post in September 2025 commemorate?
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Correct answer: D — 16th
The Aadhaar MyStamp and special cover marked the 16th Aadhaar Day.
What was the theme of UIDAI's fourth Aadhaar Samvaad held in Hyderabad on 29 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Connect, Empower and Innovate
The Hyderabad edition's theme was 'Connect, Empower and Innovate'.
From which place in Odisha did PM Modi commission BSNL's indigenous 4G network of over 97,500 towers on 27 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Jharsuguda
The PM launched works worth over ₹60,000 crore, including the 4G towers, in Jharsuguda, Odisha.
Under which fund were over 18,900 of the 4G sites commissioned on 27 September 2025 financed, to connect about 26,700 unconnected villages?
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Correct answer: D — Digital Bharat Nidhi
Over 18,900 4G sites were funded under the Digital Bharat Nidhi to connect around 26,700 unconnected villages.
How many IITs' expansion did PM Modi lay the foundation stone for at Jharsuguda on 27 September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Eight
The PM laid foundation stones for expanding eight IITs – Tirupati, Palakkad, Bhilai, Jammu, Dharwad, Jodhpur, Patna and Indore – at about ₹11,000 crore.
The MERITE scheme launched by PM Modi on 27 September 2025 is meant to improve quality and research in how many state engineering and polytechnic institutions?
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Correct answer: C — 275
MERITE covers 275 state engineering and polytechnic institutions across the country.
Consider the following statements about the Jharsuguda programme of 27 September 2025: 1. The 4G towers commissioned were built for about ₹37,000 crore and are solar-powered. 2. The Amrit Bharat Express flagged off runs between Berhampur and Howrah. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the Amrit Bharat Express runs between Berhampur and Udhna (Surat).
What was the theme of the Global Food Regulators Summit 2025 hosted by FSSAI in New Delhi?
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Correct answer: C — Yatha Annam Tatha Manah
The theme was 'Yatha Annam Tatha Manah', meaning 'as is the food, so is the mind'.
When was the Inland Speed Post (document) tariff last revised before the revision effective 1 October 2025?
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Correct answer: B — October 2012
The tariff was last revised in October 2012; the new tariff is effective from 1 October 2025.
What discount on Speed Post tariff did the Department of Posts introduce for students in September 2025?
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Correct answer: C — 10%
Students get a 10% discount on Speed Post tariff; new bulk customers get 5%.
Who received the National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement 2024, presented on 26 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Prof. Shyam Sundar Rai
The Lifetime Achievement award went to Prof. Shyam Sundar Rai; Susobhan Neogi received the Young Geoscientist award.
Which ministry instituted the National Geoscience Awards, and in which year?
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Correct answer: D — Ministry of Mines, 1966
The National Geoscience Awards were instituted by the Ministry of Mines in 1966.
Which CSIR laboratory designed and developed the SODAR system inaugurated at IMD Delhi on 26 September 2025?
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Correct answer: C — CSIR-AMPRI, Bhopal
The SODAR (Sound Detection and Ranging) system was designed and developed by CSIR–AMPRI, Bhopal.
In which district of Rajasthan did the PM lay the foundation stone of a 4×700 MW atomic power project on 25 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Banswara
The Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project (4×700 MW) is in Banswara.
Which company is developing the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project?
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Correct answer: D — Anushakti Vidhyut Nigam Ltd (ASHVINI)
The project belongs to Anushakti Vidhyut Nigam Ltd (ASHVINI); its reactors are designed and developed by NPCIL.
What type of reactors will the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project use?
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Correct answer: C — Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors
The project comprises four indigenous 700 MW Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors designed and developed by NPCIL.
Consider the following statements about the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project: 1. The Mahi Banswara atomic project is worth about ₹42,000 crore. 2. The project's reactors are Fast Breeder Reactors designed by BHAVINI. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the project has four indigenous 700 MW Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors designed and developed by NPCIL.
Where will the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine be held in December 2025?
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Correct answer: D — New Delhi
The Ministry of Ayush and WHO will co-host the summit in New Delhi from 17 to 19 December 2025.
What is the theme of the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine?
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Correct answer: A — Restoring balance for people and planet: The science and practice of well-being
The theme is 'Restoring balance for people and planet: The science and practice of well-being'.
On which dates will the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine be held?
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Correct answer: C — 17–19 December 2025
The summit will be held in New Delhi from 17 to 19 December 2025.
How many approved Ayurveda Aahara recipes had FSSAI listed through its order of 25 July 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 91
FSSAI published a list of 91 approved Ayurveda Aahara recipes through an order dated 25 July 2025.
From what kind of platform was the Agni-Prime missile launched for the first time on 24 September 2025?
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Correct answer: C — A rail-based mobile launcher
DRDO and SFC launched Agni-Prime from a specially designed rail-based mobile launcher – a first-of-its-kind launch.
What is the range of the Agni-Prime missile, as stated by DRDO?
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Correct answer: D — Up to 2,000 km
The next-generation Agni-Prime missile is designed to cover a range of up to 2,000 km.
Which organisation carried out the rail-based Agni-Prime launch along with DRDO in September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Strategic Forces Command
DRDO carried out the launch in collaboration with the Strategic Forces Command (SFC).
Consider the following statements about the Agni-Prime launch of 24 September 2025: 1. It was the first-ever flight test of the Agni-Prime missile. 2. The road-mobile version of Agni-P has already been inducted into service. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is wrong: it was the first launch from a rail-based launcher; the road-mobile Agni-P was inducted after a series of successful flight trials.
How many postgraduate medical seats will be added under Phase III of the centrally sponsored scheme approved on 24 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 5,000
Phase III will add 5,000 PG seats; a separate extension will add 5,023 MBBS seats.
What is the enhanced cost ceiling per seat under the medical seat expansion schemes approved in September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — ₹1.50 crore
The schemes have an enhanced cost ceiling of ₹1.50 crore per seat.
What is the total financial implication of the two medical seat schemes approved on 24 September 2025?
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Correct answer: C — ₹15,034.50 crore
The total is ₹15,034.50 crore for 2025-26 to 2028-29: ₹10,303.20 crore central and ₹4,731.30 crore state share.
Consider the following statements about the medical seat schemes approved in September 2025: 1. The schemes will add 5,023 PG seats and 5,000 MBBS seats. 2. The Centre will bear the entire cost. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Both are wrong: the schemes add 5,000 PG and 5,023 MBBS seats, and the cost is shared – ₹10,303.20 crore Centre and ₹4,731.30 crore States.
Which body implements the 'Capacity Building and Human Resource Development' scheme approved by the Cabinet on 24 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
The DSIR/CSIR scheme, with an outlay of ₹2,277.397 crore, is implemented by CSIR.
What was the theme of the 10th National Ayurveda Day observed on 23 September 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Ayurveda for People and Planet
The theme was 'Ayurveda for People and Planet'.
Where was the main national celebration of the 10th National Ayurveda Day held?
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Correct answer: A — All India Institute of Ayurveda, Goa
The Ministry of Ayush held the celebration at AIIA, Goa.
Which awards were conferred on National Ayurveda Day 2025?
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Correct answer: D — National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards 2025
The National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards 2025 were conferred on eminent contributors to Ayurveda.
Which declaration was adopted at the 28th National Conference on e-Governance in September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Visakhapatnam Declaration
The conference concluded in Visakhapatnam with the adoption of the 'Visakhapatnam Declaration'.
Consider the following statements about the 28th National Conference on e-Governance: 1. It was co-hosted by DARPG, MeitY and the Government of Andhra Pradesh. 2. The National e-Governance Awards 2026 website was launched at its valedictory session. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: DARPG, MeitY and the Andhra Pradesh government co-hosted it, and DARPG Secretary V. Srinivas launched the NeGA 2026 website.
Which institution released the report 'Pathways to Progress: Analysis and Insights into India's Innovation Story' in September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog released the report on 23 September 2025.
TRAI's September 2025 recommendations on FM radio reserve prices covered category 'E' cities in which states/UT?
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Correct answer: C — Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir
The 18 category 'E' cities are in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir; Bilaspur, Rourkela and Rudrapur were also covered.
Where will the two Direct Broadcast Network (DBNet) stations under the NCMRWF–NSIL MoU of September 2025 be set up?
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Correct answer: B — Delhi/NCR and Chennai
The MoU provides for one DBNet station in Delhi/NCR and one in Chennai under Mission Mausam.
In which feature of the Indian Ocean did India secure exclusive rights to explore polymetallic sulphides under a contract announced on 20 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Carlsberg Ridge
The new 15-year ISA contract covers 10,000 sq km of the Carlsberg Ridge.
With which body did India's Ministry of Earth Sciences sign the contract for polymetallic sulphide exploration in the Carlsberg Ridge?
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Correct answer: D — International Seabed Authority
The 15-year contract was signed between the Ministry of Earth Sciences and the International Seabed Authority (ISA).
What is the duration of India's new ISA contract for polymetallic sulphide exploration in the Carlsberg Ridge?
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Correct answer: A — 15 years
The new contract runs for 15 years and covers 10,000 sq km.
Consider the following statements: 1. India is the first country to hold two ISA contracts for polymetallic sulphide exploration. 2. India's other PMS contract covers the Central Indian Ridge and Southwest Indian Ridge. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: with the Carlsberg Ridge contract India became the first country with two ISA PMS contracts, the other covering the Central Indian Ridge and Southwest Indian Ridge.
India was designated a 'Pioneer Investor' by virtue of being the first country to receive an area in international waters for exploration of:
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Correct answer: D — Polymetallic nodules
India was the first country to receive an area for polymetallic nodule exploration in international waters and was designated a "Pioneer Investor".
Where was the 28th Universal Postal Union Congress held, at which India was re-elected to the UPU's Council of Administration and Postal Operations Council?
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Correct answer: A — Dubai
India was re-elected to both councils at the 28th UPU Congress held in Dubai, UAE.
Since which year has India been a member of the Universal Postal Union?
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Correct answer: C — 1876
India has been a member of the UPU since 1876.
Hindustan Copper Limited signed an MoU on critical and strategic minerals with which Maharatna PSU on 19 September 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Oil India Limited
HCL signed the MoU with Oil India Limited, a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
Which research vessel was used by CMLRE to study the ecological impact of the ELSA 3 shipwreck in 2025?
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Correct answer: D — FORV Sagar Sampada
The research cruise was carried out on FORV Sagar Sampada from 2 to 12 June 2025.
Where will the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 be held?
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Correct answer: D — Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
The India-AI Impact Summit 2026 will be held on 19–20 February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Which three 'Sutras' guide the India-AI Impact Summit 2026?
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Correct answer: A — People, Planet, Progress
The Summit is guided by the principles or Sutras of People, Planet and Progress.
Which emblem forms the core identity of the official logo of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Ashoka Chakra
The logo's identity is the Ashoka Chakra, an emblem of ethical governance and constitutional values, with neural network flares radiating outward.
Consider the following statements about the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 announcements of 18 September 2025: 1. The Summit is the first to be hosted by a Global South nation. 2. Eight foundation model projects were launched under the IndiaAI Foundation Models pillar, selected from about 506 proposals. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. MeitY said the Summit is being hosted for the first time by a Global South nation, and eight foundation model projects selected from about 506 proposals were launched.
Which institution locally organised the 8th Annual Contractors' Meeting of the International Seabed Authority held in India in September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — CSIR-NIO Goa
The meeting, hosted by MoES, was locally organised by CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography (NIO), Goa, from 18 to 20 September 2025.
Consider the following statements: 1. The International Seabed Authority was established under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. 2. India is the only country to hold two polymetallic sulphides (PMS) exploration contracts with the ISA. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The ISA was established under UNCLOS, and the second PMS contract signed on 15 September 2025 made India the only country with two PMS exploration contracts.
From which district did PM Modi launch the 'Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan' on 17 September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Dhar
PM Modi launched the Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan along with the 8th Rashtriya Poshan Maah from Dhar, Madhya Pradesh.
Which edition of the Rashtriya Poshan Maah was launched along with the Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan in September 2025?
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Correct answer: D — 8th
The 8th Rashtriya Poshan Maah was launched along with the SNSP Abhiyaan in Dhar on 17 September 2025.
The national mission against sickle cell anaemia, under which the one-croreth screening card was handed over in Madhya Pradesh in September 2025, was launched in 2023 from which place?
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Correct answer: A — Shahdol
The mission was launched in 2023 from Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh, where the first sickle cell screening card was issued.
Consider the following statements about the Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan: 1. More than 10 lakh health camps were planned in government health facilities from 17 September to 2 October 2025. 2. The Prime Minister urged women to get screened for diseases including cancer, anaemia, TB and sickle cell. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: over 10 lakh health camps were planned for 17 September–2 October 2025, and the PM appealed to women to get screened for cancer, anaemia, TB and sickle cell.
The Technology Development Board announced support in September 2025 for India's first electric motorcycle platform of what operating voltage?
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Correct answer: C — 240 volt
TDB supported the development and commercialisation of a 240-volt electric motorcycle platform by Raptee Energy Pvt. Ltd., Chennai.
In which state was the proof of concept implemented before the Department of Posts–BSNL MoU for SIM sales through post offices was signed in September 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Assam
The proof of concept was implemented in Assam, where it showed significant success, before the nationwide MoU.
In which city did Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurate the new office of semiconductor design company ARM on 16 September 2025?
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Correct answer: D — Bengaluru
Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated ARM's new office in Bengaluru on 16 September 2025.
Chips of which node did Ashwini Vaishnaw say would be designed at ARM's new Bengaluru unit?
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Correct answer: C — 2 nm
Vaishnaw said the new Bengaluru unit of ARM will design chips including 2 nm chips for products such as mobile phones.
According to Ashwini Vaishnaw at the ARM office launch in September 2025, what is the current size of India's electronics industry?
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Correct answer: B — ₹11.5 lakh crore
Vaishnaw said the current Indian electronics industry is worth ₹11.5 lakh crore.