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Question 1: Which Indian state was officially renamed 'Keralam' effective August 25, 2026?

Answer: Kerala.

• Extra Facts:
• The change was implemented through the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Act, 2026.
• President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent on August 14 after the bill passed both houses of Parliament.
• This name change was completed under the constitutional procedure of Article 3.

Question 2: Which conservation model did India advocate at the UNCCD CoP17 conference held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia?

Answer: Community-led Rangeland Restoration.

• Extra Facts:
• Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighted pastoralists as the custodians of ecosystems.
• India presented Rajasthan's traditional 'Orans' (sacred groves) as a key model of community-based conservation.

Question 3: How many new vessels does India plan to add to its merchant fleet over the next 5 years?

Answer: 100 new vessels.

• Extra Facts:
• This expansion is estimated to reduce India's foreign freight bill by around USD 75 billion.
• India currently has about 1,600 seagoing merchant ships.
• The government is promoting domestic container manufacturing through the ₹10,000 crore Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme.
• This initiative supports Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.

Question 4: Who was the 11-time Grammy Award winner and country music icon who passed away at the age of 80?

Answer: Dolly Parton.

• Extra Facts:
• Her most famous songs include 'Jolene' and 'I Will Always Love You'.
• She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022.

Question 5: Who was recently sworn in as the Chairman of the Maharashtra Lokayukta?

Answer: Justice Sunil Balkrishna Shukre.

• Extra Facts:
• Governor Jishnu Dev Varma administered the oath of office at Lok Bhavan, Mumbai.
• His tenure will be for 5 years or until he reaches the age of 70, whichever is earlier.

Question 6: Which new rare species belonging to the sunflower family was discovered in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh?

Answer: Doronicum sanctum.

• Extra Facts:
• Researchers from CSIR-IHBT discovered it near the Chumi Gyatse Holy Waterfalls at an altitude of 4,000–4,086 metres.
• It is the first documented Doronicum species from Northeast India.

Question 7: What total net profit did Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) in India record during FY 2025-26 (FY26)?

Answer: A record profit of ₹10,176 crore.

• Extra Facts:
• The net profit in the previous financial year stood at ₹6,820 crore.
• During this period, the credit-deposit ratio (CD Ratio) of RRBs reached an all-time high of 75.2%.
• There are 28 RRBs operating across the country through 22,273 branches.

Question 8: What are the names of the three indigenous gas turbine engines unveiled by CSIR-NAL for UAVs and missile systems?

Answer: NJ-05, NJ-50, and NJ-100.

• Extra Facts:
• These engines produce thrust levels of 5 kg, 50 kg, and 100 kg, respectively.
• They will be used in drone interceptors, tactical UAVs, and compact missile systems.

Question 9: Which initiative was launched by ICAR-CCARI to create awareness among Goa's farmers about carbon credits?

Answer: Carbon Pathshala.

• Extra Facts:
• Farmers were introduced to voluntary carbon markets and carbon sequestration during the workshop.
• Scientists demonstrated the process of converting agricultural residue into biochar using a portable unit.

Question 10: Where will the next round of high-level boundary talks between India and China be held in 2027?

Answer: In India.

• Extra Facts:
• The decision was taken during a meeting in Beijing between Indian NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
• Both sides reviewed the positive momentum built following the 2024 disengagement agreement.

Question 11: What is the most significant and final day of the 10-day Onam festival celebrated in Kerala?

Answer: Thiruvonam.

• Extra Facts:
• The festival commemorates the annual homecoming of the mythical King Mahabali.
• Pookalam (floral carpets), Vallamkali (boat races), and Onam Sadhya (traditional feast) are major highlights.

Question 12: Which new disaster response force unit is the West Bengal government forming by inducting Agniveers?

Answer: Arjun Bahini.

• Extra Facts:
• This specialized disaster response force will become operational in September 2026.
• The state government announced a 20% reservation for ex-Agniveers across several departments.

Question 13: How many unorganized workers have registered on the e-Shram portal upon completing its 5 years?

Answer: More than 31.89 crore.

• Extra Facts:
• Every registered worker receives a 12-digit Universal Account Number (UAN).
• Women account for 54.28% of total registrations.
• The e-Shram One-Stop Solution connects workers to 15 central welfare schemes.

Question 14: What was India's finished steel production during April to July 2026?

Answer: 54.7 million tonnes (a 4.7% growth).

• Extra Facts:
• Domestic steel consumption increased by 7.9% to 56 million tonnes during the same period.
• India remained a net importer of finished steel during April–July 2026.

Question 15: Which indigenous Diving Support Vessel (DSV) will the Indian Navy commission in Mumbai on August 31, 2026?

Answer: INS Nipun.

• Extra Facts:
• It is the second indigenous Diving Support Vessel of the Nistar class, built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam.
• It is primarily designed for deep-sea diving operations and submarine rescue missions.

Question 16: How many eligible youths will receive free tablets under Uttar Pradesh's Swami Vivekananda Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana?

Answer: 25 lakh youths.

• Extra Facts:
• The UP Cabinet approved an allocation of ₹2,374.60 crore for the scheme for FY 2026-27.
• Beneficiaries include undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and skill development students.

Question 17: At which disputed reef in the South China Sea has China expanded construction and land reclamation activities?

Answer: Antelope Reef.

• Extra Facts:
• Antelope Reef is part of the disputed Paracel Islands, which are also claimed by Vietnam.
• China has maintained control over the Paracel Islands since 1974.

Question 18: Who has received a tenure extension as the Interim CEO of Fino Payments Bank?

Answer: Ketan Merchant.

• Extra Facts:
• The bank's board approved a three-month extension to his tenure starting August 27, 2026.
• Ketan Merchant previously served as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Fino Payments Bank.

Question 19: Which festival was celebrated on August 26, 2026, marking the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad?

Answer: Eid Milad-un-Nabi (Mawlid).

• Extra Facts:
• It is observed on the 12th day of Rabi' ul-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar.
• Prophet Muhammad was born around 570 AD according to Islamic history.

Question 20: How many Nitrosamine Impurities Reference Standards were launched by the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) for drug testing?

Answer: 7 reference standards (NDMA, NDEA, NEIPA, NDBA, NMPA, NDIPA, and NMBA).

• Extra Facts:
• Nitrosamine impurities in pharmaceuticals can possess genotoxic and carcinogenic properties.
• These standards assist laboratories in accurately detecting and quantifying impurities during drug manufacturing and storage.

Question 21: Which veteran director, who launched Ajay Devgn in the hit film 'Phool Aur Kaante', passed away recently?

Answer: Avtar "Kuku" Kohli.

• Extra Facts:
• He began his film career as an assistant director to the legendary Raj Kapoor.
• He directed popular films such as 'Suhaag', 'Haqeeqat', and 'Anari No. 1'.

Question 22: In which city was the 2nd India-New Zealand Defence Strategic Dialogue held?

Answer: Wellington.

• Extra Facts:
• Both countries reviewed the progress of the 'Strategic Partnership Roadmap 2030'.
• Discussions focused on maritime security, joint military exercises, and staff college partnerships.

Question 23: Which 3-year school eye-care programme was expanded by the Maharashtra government for students?

Answer: Free eye screening and spectacle distribution scheme for 20 lakh students.

• Extra Facts:
• The scheme targets students in Classes 5 to 10 across Zilla Parishad and government schools.
• OneSight will provide technical support and 1 lakh free prescription spectacles, while Ratna Nidhi will handle optometry services.

Question 24: Who has been appointed as OSD in the Delhi Home Guards Directorate, and who will take over as Director General on October 1?

Answer: Satish Golcha.

• Extra Facts:
• Satish Golcha previously served as the Delhi Police Commissioner and Director General (Prisons).
• Anurag Kumar succeeded him as the Delhi Police Commissioner.

Question 25: Where was the 7th High-Level Meeting between the Indian and Vietnamese Coast Guards held?

Answer: Chennai.

• Extra Facts:
• The joint bilateral naval exercise 'SAHYOG-HOPTAC' was held between both Coast Guards.
• The meeting focused on maritime search and rescue, law enforcement, and marine pollution response strategies.

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