Q.1. When will Maitri II, India’s next-generation Antarctic research outpost, be finished?
Ans:- 2032
Q.2. Which team broke the record in the final to win the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for the first time in the 2025–26 season?
Ans:- Jharkhand
Q.3. Which bank was given permission by the Reserve Bank of India to purchase up to 9.5% of IndusInd Bank?
Ans:- HDFC Bank
Q.4. With effect from January 1, 2026, who has been named Airtel India’s Managing Director and CEO?
Ans:- Shashwat Sharma
Q.5. What is the updated reservation percentage under the new policy for former Agniveers in Group C positions of the Central Armed Police Forces?
Ans:- 50%
Q.6. In December 2025, which foreign financial institution entered into credit arrangements with India totaling more than $2.2 billion to fund various economic projects?
Ans:- Asian Development Bank
Q.7. Which nation’s satellite internet idea team took home the highest worldwide award at the NASA International Space Apps Challenge 2025?
Ans:- India
Q.8. Which Indian state has authorized the Platform Based Gig Workers (Registration and Welfare) Act, 2025, which gives gig workers social protection and minimum wages?
Ans:- Jharkhand
Q.9. How much did India’s net direct tax receipts rise between December 17, 2025, and FY26?
Ans:- 8%
Q.10. At the 4th BRICS Sherpas Meeting in December 2025, which nation succeeded Brazil as the BRICS president?
Ans:- India