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    Total No. of Current Affairs Q&A : 130

    I. India: Defence Deal & Aerospace (Q. 1 – 30)

    Q. No.QuestionAnswer
    1With which entity did the Ministry of Defence (MoD) sign a contract worth over ₹62,370 crore?Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
    2What is the total value of the defence contract signed between MoD and HAL on September 25, 2025?Over ₹62,370 crore.
    3What is the name of the aircraft to be procured under the ₹62,370 crore contract?Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A.
    4How many LCA Mk1A aircraft were ordered in total under the new contract?97 aircraft.
    5The order of 97 LCA Mk1A aircraft is split into which two types?68 fighter jets and 29 twin-seater aircraft.
    6When are the deliveries for the new LCA Mk1A contract scheduled to begin?2027–28.
    7Over what period will the deliveries of the 97 LCA Mk1A aircraft be completed?Six years.
    8What is the minimum indigenous content percentage expected in the new LCA Mk1A aircraft?More than 64%.
    9Name one advanced indigenous system that will be integrated into the new LCA Mk1A aircraft.UTTAM Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Radar, Swayam Raksha Kavach, or control surface actuators.
    10How many direct and indirect jobs are expected to be generated annually during the six-year production period?Close to 11,750 jobs.
    11Under which category of the Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020 has this acquisition been undertaken?‘Buy (India-IDDM)’ category.
    12The acquisition of the LCA Mk1A is in line with which government initiative?Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in defence/indigenisation in defence manufacturing.
    13The LCA Mk1A is the most advanced variant of which indigenously designed and developed fighter aircraft?Tejas.
    14Which country’s military strength and influence is cited as a factor in the timing of the acquisition?China.
    15Which Russian-origin fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) is having its last flight a day after the deal?MiG-21.
    16What is the approved strength of fighter aircraft squadrons for the IAF?42 (squadrons).
    17After the phasing out of the MiG-21s, how many fighter aircraft squadrons will the IAF have?29 (squadrons).
    18What is the total number of Tejas/LCA fleet aircraft India will have after the new order?220 (aircraft).
    19The Tejas group of fighters, including the Mk-1A, are powered by engines from which international company?General Electric (GE.N).
    20When was the previous contract for 83 LCA Mk-1A aircraft signed with HAL?2021.
    21What was cited by HAL as the reason for the delay in the delivery of the 2021 LCA Mk-1A order?General Electric (GE) being slow in providing the engines.
    22When did GE deliver the first engine for the Mk-1A fighter?March this year (2025).
    23The new LCA Mk1A order is described as a follow-on order for which advanced version of the Tejas group?Mk-1A version.
    24The LCA Mk1A is expected to strengthen the operational capability of which Indian defence branch?Indian Air Force (IAF).
    25What term is used for the process of developing and manufacturing defence equipment domestically?Indigenisation/Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance).
    26How many Indian companies form the vendor base for the LCA Mk1A project?Nearly 105 Indian companies.
    27How many additional items were integrated into the new LCA Mk1A contract compared to the earlier one?67 additional items.
    28The LCA Mk1A deal is expected to give a major push to which domestic ecosystem?Domestic aerospace ecosystem.
    29What conflict is mentioned as a source of frustration regarding the IAF’s shrinking fleet size?A bitter military conflict with Pakistan in May.
    30Which warplane maker is responsible for the production of the LCA Mk1A?Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).

    II. International Affairs (Q. 31 – 45)

    Q. No.QuestionAnswer
    31Which former French president was sentenced to five years in jail on September 25, 2025?Nicolas Sarkozy.
    32What specific crime was Nicolas Sarkozy found guilty of?Criminal conspiracy (over attempts to raise campaign funds from Libya).
    33Sarkozy led France during which years?2007-2012.
    34The criminal conspiracy conviction relates to attempts to raise campaign funds from which country?Libya.
    35Who was the late dictator of Libya mentioned in the context of Sarkozy’s case?Muammar Gaddafi.
    36Which other charges was Sarkozy acquitted of by the Paris court?Corruption and receiving illegal campaign financing.
    37Nicolas Sarkozy will be the first post-war French president to face what consequence?Imprisonment (or to be imprisoned).
    38When is Sarkozy expected to be summoned to be told when he would be jailed?October 13.
    39Name a famous figure who has been housed in La Sante prison in Paris.Carlos the Jackal or Manuel Noriega.
    40Sarkozy was interior minister of France in which year, when he was accused of making a deal with Gaddafi?2005.
    41The judge stated that Sarkozy was covered by presidential immunity from which month and year?May 2007.
    42What French distinction was Sarkozy stripped of in June (2025)?Legion of Honour.
    43Who is Sarkozy’s former protege and current French Prime Minister?Sebastien Lecornu.
    44Which far-right party did Sarkozy recently lend credibility to, saying it is now part of the “republican arc”?Le Pen’s National Rally (RN).
    45What was Sarkozy’s punishment last year for corruption and influence peddling, which was a first for a former French head of state?Wearing an electronic tag for a year.

    III. National Affairs & Governance (Q. 46 – 60)

    Q. No.QuestionAnswer
    46Which Indian state hosted PM Modi’s launch of development projects worth over ₹1.22 lakh crore?Rajasthan.
    47Name one of the major projects launched by PM Modi in Banswara, Rajasthan.Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project at Napla, or various projects in solar energy/drinking water/healthcare/infrastructure/national highways.
    48What is the total worth of power projects announced by PM Modi across five states?Over ₹90,000 crore.
    49Name three states, other than Rajasthan, where PM Modi announced power projects worth over ₹90,000 crore.Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra (any three).
    50What is the name of the next generation GST reform mentioned by the Prime Minister?Next generation GST reforms.
    51The Prime Minister urged citizens to buy and promote which type of products?Swadeshi products.
    52Which political party did PM Modi accuse of historically neglecting tribal communities?Congress.
    53DRDO successfully launched the Agni-Prime Missile from what kind of mobile launcher system?Rail based Mobile launcher system.
    54The Agni-Prime Missile is designed to cover a range up to how many kilometers?2000 km.
    55DRDO collaborated with which command for the launch of the Intermediate Range Agni-Prime Missile?Strategic Forces Command (SFC).
    56The successful test of the Agni-Prime Missile puts India in the group of select nations that have developed what kind of launch system?Canisterised launch system from the rail network.
    57Who is the current Raksha Mantri (Defence Minister) who congratulated the teams on the successful test?Shri Rajnath Singh.
    58What version of the Agni-P missile has already been inducted into the services after flight trials?Road Mobile Agni-P.
    59What is the key advantage provided by the Rail based Mobile Launcher system for the Agni-Prime missile?Cross country mobility and capability to launch within a short reaction time with reduced visibility.
    60The launch of the Agni-Prime missile was carried out on which date in September 2025?September 24, 2025.

    IV. Economy, Business, & Schemes (Q. 61 – 80)

    Q. No.QuestionAnswer
    61Where did Prime Minister Modi inaugurate the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 (UPITS-2025)?Greater Noida.
    62UP is stated to lead the country in the number of which type of infrastructure?Expressways (highest number).
    63What percentage of India’s mobile phones are stated to be produced in Uttar Pradesh?Nearly 55 percent.
    64Which country is collaborating with India for the production of AK-203 rifles in UP?Russia.
    65What kind of missile system is already being manufactured in the UP Defence Corridor?BrahMos missiles (and other weapon systems).
    66What is the total amount of savings citizens are expected to have this year due to the tax-free income up to ₹12 lakh and GST reforms?₹2.5 lakh crore.
    67The theme of the UP International Trade Show 2025 is:“Ultimate Sourcing Begins Here”.
    68Which country is participating as the Partner Country in the UP International Trade Show 2025?Russia.
    69World Food India 2025 (WFI 2025) was inaugurated in which city?New Delhi (at Bharat Mandapam).
    70What is the main objective of World Food India 2025 (WFI 2025)?To position India as the ‘Global Food Hub’ for food processing and supply.
    71The GST on butter and ghee has been reduced to what percentage under the Next Generation GST reforms?5%.
    72What is the primary function of the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT)?To act as the second-tier forum for resolving conflicts between taxpayers and tax authorities.
    73When is the GSTAT formally launched and set to begin hearings?Launched, hearings from December 2025.
    74What is the outlay approved for the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme?₹22,919 crore.
    75What is the name of Tamil Nadu’s scheme that provides financial support for orphaned children?‘Anbu Karangal’ Scheme.
    76What is the monthly financial aid benefit under the ‘Anbu Karangal’ Scheme?₹2,000.
    77The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill 2024 amends which previous Act?The 2005 Act (Disaster Management Act, 2005).
    78Which Ministry is conducting the Special Campaign 5.0 for institutionalizing Swachhata?Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions.
    79The Prime Minister highlighted India’s “triple strength” at World Food India 2025. What are they?Diversity, demand, and scale.
    80PM Modi noted that what percentage of processed food products now fall under the zero or 5% tax slab after GST reforms?Over 90%.

    V. Science, Technology, & North Korea (Q. 81 – 90)

    Q. No.QuestionAnswer
    81Which two agencies signed an MoU to curb cyber crimes and financial frauds?Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND).
    82Who is the current Secretary (Telecom) who highlighted the growing importance of technology in governance?Dr. Neeraj Mittal.
    83What is the name of DoT’s advanced technology platform for information exchange with FIU-IND?Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP).
    84What is the name of FIU-IND’s portal for secure data transmission?Finnex 2.0 portal.
    85What is FIU-IND responsible for processing, analyzing, and disseminating information related to?Suspect financial transactions (related to money laundering and financing of terrorism).
    86DoT’s Sanchar Saathi platform has helped disconnect how many fake mobile connections?2.84 crore.
    87The Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) system has prevented over how many suspicious financial transactions?Over 48 lakh.
    88North Korea is in the last stage of developing which type of missile that could hit the US?Intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).
    89What key technology has North Korea yet to master for its ICBM, according to South Korea’s president?Re-entry technology (atmospheric re-entry technology).
    90Which South Korean President made the statements about North Korea’s ICBM development?President Lee Jae Myung.

    VI. Sports & Appointments (Q. 91 – 100)

    Q. No.QuestionAnswer
    91Who will lead the Indian Test squad for the upcoming series against the West Indies?Shubman Gill (Captain).
    92Who was appointed as the vice-captain for the Test series against the West Indies?Ravindra Jadeja.
    93Which player was dropped from the Test squad after a modest tour of England, marking his comeback to Tests after eight years?Karun Nair.
    94Who will be the wicketkeeper for the Windies Test series in the absence of Rishabh Pant?Dhruv Jurel.
    95Which player was not considered for selection after requesting a six-month break from red-ball cricket?Shreyas Iyer.
    96India’s Test series against the West Indies is for the inaugural which trophy?Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.
    97The Test series opener between India and West Indies will be played in which city?Ahmedabad.
    98Which retired High Court Judge was appointed by the Uttarakhand government to oversee the SIT probe into the UKSSSC paper leak case?Justice B.S. Verma.
    99Who was appointed as the State’s Advisor on Education by the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister?Chaganti Koteswara Rao.
    100Who is the recipient of the John Chancellor Award (2025) for journalism?Jeffrey Goldberg (Editor in Chief of The Atlantic).

    World Food India 2025: Conference and Policy Focus (Q. 101 – 115)

    Q. No.QuestionAnswer
    101Where was the World Food India 2025 (WFI 2025) event inaugurated?Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
    102Which country’s Deputy Prime Minister attended the inauguration of WFI 2025?Russia (Dmitry Patrushev).
    103According to PM Modi, what is the “triple strength” that positions India as an attractive global investment destination in the food sector?Diversity, demand, and scale.
    104How many people are stated to have overcome poverty in India in the last decade, joining the neo-middle class?25 crore people.
    105India’s start-up ecosystem is the world’s third-largest. In which sectors are these start-ups primarily innovating related to the food industry?Agriculture, supply chain, and food processing (using AI, drones, and e-commerce).
    106What is the total increase factor cited for India’s food processing capacity over the last decade?20-fold increase.
    107Which key government initiative provides 100% FDI to boost the food processing sector?100% FDI in food processing (permitted).
    108Which scheme, mentioned in the context of WFI 2025, aims to create global champions and boost Indian brands in the food industry?Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme (for Food Processing Industry).
    109What percentage of Indian farmers are categorized as small or marginal?Over 85%.
    110How many Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) have been cited as crossing an annual turnover of ₹1 crore?Over 1,100 FPOs.
    111The PM lauded the role of cooperatives during the observance of which international year?International Year of Cooperatives.
    112How many people are now employed in India’s Marine & Fisheries sector?Nearly three crore people.
    113What percentage of processed food products now fall under the zero or 5% tax slab due to the recent GST reforms?Over 90%.
    114Name two essential items whose GST was recently reduced to 5% under the next-generation GST reforms.Butter and Ghee, or Milk Cans, or Biodegradable Packaging.
    115How many countries are participating in the World Food India 2025 event?21 countries.

    Awards, Honors, and Recognition (Q. 116 – 120)

    Q. No.QuestionAnswer
    116Who is the recipient of the 2025 John Chancellor Award for Excellence in Journalism?Jeffrey Goldberg (Editor in Chief of The Atlantic).
    117The John Chancellor Award is presented for a journalist’s cumulative accomplishments in which field?Journalism (or distinguished reporting).
    118Which television program won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series?The Pitt.
    119The Government Experience Awards (2025) honor US government entities for excellence in providing what kind of services?User-centric digital services (and improving citizen experience).
    120Which US government entity won 1st Place – Overall State in the 2025 Government Experience Awards?State of California.

    Important Days and Key Abbreviations (Q. 121 – 130)

    Q. No.QuestionAnswer
    121What significant day, marking the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, is observed on September 25th in India?Antyodaya Diwas.
    122The philosophy of ‘Antyodaya’ means the upliftment of which section of society?The last person (or the most marginalized/poorest communities).
    123Which international day, focused on the role of healthcare professionals, is observed on September 25th?World Pharmacists Day.
    124What is the confirmed theme for World Maritime Day 2025?“Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity”.
    125Which organization is responsible for celebrating World Maritime Day annually?International Maritime Organization (IMO).
    126What is the full form of FCDO?Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.
    127In the context of International Trade, what does the abbreviation USITC stand for?United States International Trade Commission.
    128The abbreviation NATO refers to which international organization?North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
    129Which Indian cricketer, mentioned in a Quick Take, became the first Indian player to join the Big Bash League (BBL)?Ashwin.
    130The philosophy of Antyodaya Diwas is closely linked to the concept of Integral Humanism put forth by whom?Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya.

    Further Reading

    Important Sources:

    1. https://ddnews.gov.in/en/
    2. https://www.reuters.com/world/india/
    3. https://www.newsonair.gov.in/
    4. https://www.pib.gov.in/indexd.aspx
    5. https://www.pib.gov.in/PMContents/PMContents.aspx?menuid=1&Lang=1&RegionId=3&reg=3
    6. https://www.newsonair.gov.in/bulletins-detail-archive/
    7. https://www.thehindu.com/
    8. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/
    9. https://www.thestatesman.com/
    10. https://www.bbc.com/
    11. https://www.un.org/en/observances/international-days-and-weeks

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