1. Where was the 27th World Knowledge Forum held in 2026?
Ans: Seoul
2. Which organisation launched the SHIELD programme for high-power microwave technology against drones?
Ans: DRDO
3. Which Bengaluru-based startup became the first Indian startup to receive a US patent for OptoSAR satellite imaging technology?
Ans: GalaxEye
4. Which state increased the honorarium of Anganwadi workers and helpers and introduced ₹5 lakh health coverage?
Ans: Uttar Pradesh
5. What maximum aggregate stake did the RBI permit ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company to acquire in each of the four specified banks?
Ans: 9.95%
6. Who was selected to receive the Borlaug CAST Communication Award for contributions to global agricultural science?
Ans: Karim Maredia
7. Which state rescued 39 children under Project Jeevanjyot during a state-wide anti-begging drive?
Ans: Punjab
8. Which Indian company signed a technical assistance agreement with Japan’s JFE Steel Corporation to enhance ferritic stainless steel production?
Ans: Jindal Stainless
9. Where was the 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026 launched?
Ans: Varanasi