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1. Which two major institutions recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of rural infrastructure?

Answer: NABARD and NaBFID signed the MoU in Mumbai on August 26, 2026.

Extra Facts:
This partnership will support rural infrastructure, agricultural value chains, and PPP projects.
It covers sectors such as irrigation, water and sanitation, storage, cold chain, rural roads, bridges, warehouses, and compressed biogas facilities.
Both institutions will collaborate in project evaluation, credit structuring, loan syndication, and monitoring.
NABARD is India's apex development bank for agriculture and rural development, established on July 12, 1982.
NaBFID is a specialized development financial institution established for long-term financing of infrastructure projects in India.

2. Which water body/lake was inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Amreli, Gujarat?

Answer: Gujarat Gaurav Sarovar.

Extra Facts:
This lake was constructed by Harikrishna Group and Dholakia Foundation.
The lake spreads across an area of 21 acres and has a water storage capacity of 400 million liters (40 crore liters).
It was inaugurated on August 27, 2026, on the occasion of United Nations World Lake Day.
This project will assist in agriculture, drinking water availability, and improving groundwater levels.
Savji Dholakia, founder of Dholakia Foundation, has rejuvenated and constructed over 208 lakes under 'Mission River' for water conservation.

3. Where will India host the 18th BRICS Summit?

Answer: At Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi (September 12 and 13, 2026).

Extra Facts:
India's BRICS Chairmanship began on January 1, 2026.
The 2026 summit is being held on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the BRICS organization.
As part of the summit preparations, over 350 meetings and high-level events were conducted across 25 different cities in India.
South Africa joined the BRIC group in 2010, after which it was renamed BRICS.

4. What target has the Central Government set for creating 'Lakhpati Didis' across the country?

Answer: Six crore (60 million) women.

Extra Facts:
According to Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, over 3.4 crore women have become Lakhpati Didis so far.
The objective of this scheme is to provide skill training, capital, entrepreneurship, and economic opportunities to women.
A roadmap has been created to provide ₹10 lakh crore bank linkage to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) over the next 5 years.
A loan target of ₹1.5 lakh crore has been set for women establishing individual enterprises.

5. Which country is Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting to attend the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit?

Answer: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

Extra Facts:
The Prime Minister's four-day visit began on August 29, 2026, covering Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan.
In Uzbekistan, he will hold discussions on trade, defense, and digital cooperation with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
During the 25th SCO Summit held in Kyrgyzstan, he will hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Prime Minister Modi will also attend the opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games during this visit.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) was established in 2001 and is headquartered in Beijing, China.

6. Which state government launched the 'Startup Mission Portal' and 'Startup Policy 2026'?

Answer: Uttar Pradesh (by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath).

Extra Facts:
Uttar Pradesh currently has over 24,000 registered startups and 8 active unicorn companies.
Prior to 2017, there were only 120 startups in the state.
Approximately 50% of the total startups in Uttar Pradesh are operated by women entrepreneurs.
During the event, financial incentive grants of ₹3.42 crore to 107 startups and ₹1.79 crore to 9 incubators were distributed.

7. Approval has been given to set up India's first dedicated 'Quantum and AI University Campus' at which location?

Answer: Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh.

Extra Facts:
This campus is being established by NIELIT under the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
The project will be developed on 8.5 acres of land with a total investment of ₹730.7 crore.
Its academic session is starting in September 2026 in a temporary building.
The institute aims to train 8,250 learners in fields like Quantum Technology, AI, and Semiconductors over the next 5 years.

8. Which famous Japanese avant-garde artist, known as the 'Polka Dot Queen', passed away?

Answer: Yayoi Kusama.

Extra Facts:
Yayoi Kusama passed away at the age of 97 on August 14, 2026, which was officially announced on August 27.
She was born on March 22, 1929, in Matsumoto, Japan.
She achieved global recognition for polka dots, giant pumpkin sculptures, and 'Infinity Mirror Rooms'.
Since 1977, she voluntarily lived in a Tokyo mental health facility while continuing to create her artworks.

9. Which Great Lake did US President Donald Trump order to be renamed 'Lake America'?

Answer: Lake Ontario.

Extra Facts:
Lake Ontario is one of the 5 Great Lakes of North America.
The lake is situated between the province of Ontario in Canada and the state of New York in the USA.
The five Great Lakes of North America are Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario.
Lake Ontario is the smallest of the five lakes in terms of surface area.

10. Which global defense company proposed 100% Technology Transfer (ToT) for the engine of India's 5th-generation AMCA fighter aircraft?

Answer: Rolls-Royce.

Extra Facts:
Under this proposal, full Intellectual Property Rights (IP Rights) will be transferred to India for co-development.
This proposed jet engine will deliver an initial thrust of 120 kN, upgradable to 145 kN.
Rolls-Royce has partnered with Indian company Reliance Industries for this project.
AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) is India's indigenous 5th-generation stealth fighter jet program.

11. What is the name of the first indigenous Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) received by the Indian Navy?

Answer: INS Samarthak.

Extra Facts:
This warship was constructed by Larsen & Toubro (L&T) at Kattupalli Shipyard near Chennai.
The vessel incorporates more than 75% indigenous content.
The name 'Samarthak' means "The Proponent" or "The Supporter".
The vessel will serve as a testing platform for new naval weapons, sensors, maritime surveillance, patrolling, and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations.

12. Who became the first Indian chess player to win the Grand Chess Tour title?

Answer: Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa.

Extra Facts:
He defeated American Grandmaster Fabiano Caruana 15-13 in the final match.
Praggnanandhaa received a prize of $200,000 for this title victory.
R. Praggnanandhaa is from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and his sister R. Vaishali is also a renowned Indian Grandmaster.

13. On which date was 'World Sanskrit Day 2026' celebrated?

Answer: August 28, 2026 (on Shravana Purnima).

Extra Facts:
World Sanskrit Day is also known as 'Sanskrit Diwas' or 'Sanskrit Divasam'.
It was officially instituted by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, in the year 1969.
This day is celebrated to promote the preservation, study, and cultural significance of the ancient Sanskrit language.

14. On which day was the festival of 'Raksha Bandhan' celebrated in the year 2026?

Answer: August 28, 2026 (Friday).

Extra Facts:
This festival is celebrated every year on the full moon day (Purnima) of the Shravana month of the Hindu calendar.
In 2026, Purnima Tithi began at 9:08 AM on August 27 and ended at 9:48 AM on August 28.
According to scriptures, as Bhadra Kaal ended before sunrise on August 28, the morning of August 28 was considered auspicious for tying Rakhi.

15. Which officers were recently appointed by the Central Government as Director and Joint Director in the National Testing Agency (NTA)?

Answer: IPS officer Ravi Kumar Singh and IAS officer Prasanna Venkatesh V were appointed as Directors, while IRS officer Amit Samdariya was appointed as Joint Director.

Extra Facts:
These appointments were made under orders issued by the Ministry of Personnel on August 27, 2026.
The newly appointed officers were directed to assume charge within three weeks.
A four-tier paper-checking system is being implemented to improve transparency in NTA.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) was established in 2017 under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.
The primary role of NTA is to conduct national-level competitive examinations such as JEE, NEET, CUET, and UGC-NET.

16. Which AI-based assistant was launched by the Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs to provide information on tribal welfare schemes?

Answer: 'Jago AI Assistant'.

Extra Facts:
It is a conversational AI tool that provides citizens with information on government schemes in simple language.
Currently, this facility is available in both English and Hindi.
Users can ask questions related to policies, programs, and official documents through it.
All conversations on this platform are kept completely secure and private.
Currently, the Union Minister for Tribal Affairs is Jual Oram.

17. Which network has the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) expanded to ensure the quality and traceability of silver jewelry?

Answer: Silver HUID (Hallmark Unique Identification) Hallmarking Network.

Extra Facts:
Under this network, 341 Silver Assaying and Hallmarking Centers have been established across 102 districts nationwide.
Currently, more than 25,000 silver jewelry retailers are registered with BIS.
Since the launch of the Silver HUID portal on September 1, 2025, over 77 lakh silver items have been hallmarked.
HUID stands for 'Hallmark Unique Identification', which is a 6-digit alphanumeric code.
Consumers can verify the authenticity of the 6-digit HUID using the 'BIS CARE' mobile app.

18. According to a recent report by the Government of India, by what percentage have malaria cases and deaths declined over the past decade (2015–2025)?

Answer: Approximately 80% decline.

Extra Facts:
The number of high malaria burden districts has dropped from 155 to just 33.
Between 2022 and 2025, not a single indigenous malaria case was reported in 160 districts of the country.
Currently, the remaining 33 high-burden districts account for 64% of total malaria cases and 54% of deaths in the country.
India has set a target of malaria elimination by 2030 in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
World Malaria Day is observed annually on April 25 by the World Health Organization (WHO).

19. According to the budget estimates for FY 2024–25, which State/UT registered the highest share of 'Own Revenue' in its total revenue receipts in India?

Answer: Delhi (with a share of 93.2%).

Extra Facts:
Haryana ranked second with 80.4%, followed by Telangana (78.4%), Karnataka (77.3%), and Tamil Nadu (75.5%).
Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, and Mizoram recorded the lowest share of own revenue.
Own Revenue includes both tax and non-tax revenue collected directly by the State or UT.
A high share of own revenue indicates financial autonomy and lower dependence on central grants.

20. Which state launched India's first state-level 'Sports Genomics Program' for talent identification and high-performance training of athletes?

Answer: Gujarat.

Extra Facts:
This initiative is being run by the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre (GBRC) under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of Gujarat.
Under this, samples of about 2,000 athletes will be collected annually, achieving a target of 10,000 samples in 5 years.
Scientists will study genetic factors associated with endurance, strength, recovery capacity, and injury risk in athletes.
The main objective of this program is to build the 'Gujarat Athlete Genome Database'.
This database will help design personalized training and nutrition strategies for players.

21. Over how many hectares of area did the Tamil Nadu government notify three new Elephant Corridors in the Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary of Hosur Forest Division?

Answer: Approximately 10,300 hectares.

Extra Facts:
The main objective of these corridors is to ensure safe movement of elephants between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
The largest corridor is 'Jawalagiri-Panai-Anchetty', covering 6,881.47 hectares and spanning 20.90 km in length.
The second is 'Jawalagiri-Ulibanda-Thaggatti' (3,241.53 hectares) and the third is 'Billikal Jawalagiri' (196 hectares).
This notification was issued following directions from the Madras High Court and recommendations of expert committees.
'Project Elephant' was launched in 1992 by the Ministry of Environment and Forests for elephant conservation in India.

22. Which AI-driven accounting and statutory compliance software system was launched by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu?

Answer: 'Pramaan Operating System'.

Extra Facts:
This platform has been developed by Pramanique Infotech Private Limited.
It features automated compliance workflows, financial reporting, and data security capabilities.
It is specifically designed for businesses, Chartered Accountants (CAs), and finance professionals.
This system speeds up and secures financial management through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics.

23. Following a recent regulation promulgated by President Droupadi Murmu, which Union Territory received approval to hold sittings of a High Court Bench?

Answer: Ladakh (Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh).

Extra Facts:
This regulation was notified on August 27, 2026, having been approved by the Union Cabinet on August 20.
Under this, the Chief Justice can designate hearing locations in Ladakh with the consent of the Lieutenant Governor.
The Principal Seat of the common High Court remains unchanged.
This decision will save time and travel expenses for litigants and advocates in remote areas of Ladakh.
A single shared High Court has been functioning for both territories following the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act of 2019.

24. US President Donald Trump awarded the 'Congressional Space Medal of Honor' to the four astronauts of which historic lunar mission?

Answer: Artemis II mission crew members.

Extra Facts:
The honored astronauts include Commander Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen.
They became the first humans to travel near the Moon in over 50 years.
During this mission, their Orion spacecraft came within 4,067 miles of the lunar surface.
President Trump also announced the establishment of a new 'US Space Academy' with participation from NASA, the Space Force, and private companies.
The Artemis program is NASA's human lunar exploration initiative.

25. How many billion euros in loans did Italy request under the European Union's defense fund program 'SAFE'?

Answer: €8 billion (8 billion euros).

Extra Facts:
SAFE stands for 'Security Action for Europe'.
It is a joint EU borrowing framework aimed at boosting defense investments and industrial capacity.
Under this program, loans up to €150 billion can be provided on a long-term basis at competitive rates.
Under specified conditions, non-EU partner countries like India can also participate in this defense procurement mechanism.

26. US President Donald Trump announced a historic agreement with which country over 65 billion barrels of proven oil reserves?

Answer: Venezuela.

Extra Facts:
President Trump termed this agreement as the "Biggest oil deal in world history".
Under this agreement, the US will gain majority control of Venezuela's 65 billion barrels of proven petroleum reserves.
According to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, this deal could bring around $100 billion in private investment to Venezuela.
Venezuela possesses the world's largest proven crude oil reserves.

27. According to data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, to what percentage did India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) moderate in July 2026?

Answer: 6.7% (down from 7.3% in June).

Extra Facts:
The primary cause for this slowdown in industrial growth was a 0.9% decline in the Mining & Quarrying sector.
In July, the Manufacturing sector grew by 7.3%, and Electricity & Gas supply grew by 8.7%.
Out of 23 manufacturing industry groups, 19 groups recorded positive growth.
The Consumer Durables category showed robust growth of 10.5%.
For the first quarter of FY 2026–27 (April–July), total IIP growth stood at 6.3%, compared to 4% in the corresponding period of the previous year.

28. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), India's foreign exchange reserves reached what record level in the third week of August 2026?

Answer: $729.3 billion.

Extra Facts:
In the week ended August 21, 2026, foreign exchange reserves jumped significantly by $12.4 billion.
Foreign Currency Assets (FCA) increased by $9.48 billion to $591.33 billion.
Gold reserves grew by $2.8 billion to reach $114.22 billion.
In the past 8 weeks, India's forex reserves have increased by a total of $62.4 billion.
The current reserves are sufficient to cover over 11 months of merchandise imports and 94% of total external debt.

29. Whom has TVS Motor Company appointed as its new Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective January 27, 2027?

Answer: Peyman Kargar.

Extra Facts:
He will replace K. N. Radhakrishnan, who has been leading the company since 2008.
Radhakrishnan will transition into a Non-Executive Director role on the TVS board upon completion of his tenure.
Peyman Kargar is currently the President of International Business at TVS Motor.
Under his leadership, the international market share in the company's total sales volume rose to 29%.
TVS Motor achieved record global sales of 5.9 million vehicles and 30% revenue growth in FY 2025–26.

30. Which proposed IPO is set to become the largest ever in India after securing approval from SEBI?

Answer: Jio Platforms IPO.

Extra Facts:
This IPO could exceed ₹37,000 crore, making it the largest IPO in India's capital market history.
It will surpass Hyundai Motor India's previous record of ₹27,870 crore.
The company has proposed a fresh issue of 27 crore equity shares, with no Offer for Sale (OFS) component.
A major portion of the proceeds from the IPO will be used to pay off existing dues and debt of Reliance Jio Infocomm.

31. In which city was the 1st 'Joint Defence Committee' meeting between India and Kuwait held?

Answer: New Delhi (on August 28, 2026).

Extra Facts:
The meeting was co-chaired by Joint Secretary (Defence) Amitabh Prasad from India and Brigadier General Raed Alsakran from Kuwait.
Discussions covered military training, joint exercises, military medicine, defense industry, and R&D.
This committee is the outcome of a bilateral defense cooperation agreement signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kuwait in December 2024.
This was the first formal defence committee meeting established between India and Kuwait.

32. After a 17-year wait, the Indian Army contracted to purchase 'Javelin' Anti-Tank Guided Missiles from which country?

Answer: United States (FGM-148 Javelin).

Extra Facts:
This procurement is being made under Emergency Procurement Powers via the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) route.
India first initiated attempts to acquire the Javelin missile system in the year 2009.
The Javelin missile operates on 'Fire and Forget' technology and is equipped with an imaging infrared seeker.
It provides 'top-attack capability', capable of targeting the weaker upper armor of tanks.

33. Which Indian player won the title at the 'PSA Budapest Squash Open 2026' held in Hungary?

Answer: Velavan Senthilkumar.

Extra Facts:
He defeated home favorite Balazs Farkas of Hungary 3-0 in straight sets in the final match.
Senthilkumar defeated World No. 18 Eain Yow Ng 3-0 in the quarterfinals and India's Veer Chotrani 3-2 in the semifinals.
He did not drop a single game in either the quarterfinal or final matches of this tournament.
Velavan Senthilkumar is one of India's top-ranked professional squash players.

34. What position did the Indian team finish in at the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026?

Answer: 8th position (losing to Belgium in the 7th-8th place match).

Extra Facts:
In the 7th-8th place playoff, the match between India and Belgium ended in a 3-3 draw at the end of regulation time.
Belgium defeated India 4-3 in the penalty shootout.
During regular time, captain Harmanpreet Singh scored two goals and Abhishek scored one goal for India.
In the shootout, only Sheelanand Lakra, Dilpreet Singh, and Abhishek were successful in scoring goals for India.

35. Which two teams entered the final of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026?

Answer: Spain and Germany.

Extra Facts:
Spain defeated co-hosts Netherlands 4-3 in the first semifinal played at Amstelveen.
Spain's star player José Basterra scored a hat-trick of goals, while Pepe Cunill scored one goal.
In the second semifinal, Germany secured a spot in the final by defeating Argentina 2-1.
Justus Weigand and Paul-Philipp Kaufmann scored goals for Germany.

36. 'National Sports Day' is celebrated every year in India on August 29 to mark the birth anniversary of which legendary sports personality?

Answer: Hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand.

Extra Facts:
Under the leadership of Major Dhyan Chand, India won gold medals in the 1928 (Amsterdam), 1932 (Los Angeles), and 1936 (Berlin) Olympics.
National Sports Day was first officially declared and celebrated in the year 1995.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Fit India Movement' on August 29, 2019.
The main theme of National Sports Day in 2026 is “Tribute, Play, and Move”.
In 2026, it was organized nationwide as a three-day sports festival from August 28 to 30.

37. Which country's King Harald V, Europe's oldest and longest-reigning monarch, passed away at the age of 89 in August 2026?

Answer: Norway.

Extra Facts:
King Harald V became the monarch of Norway in 1991 following the death of his father, King Olav V.
He was born near Oslo in 1937 and lived in exile in the United States during the Nazi occupation in World War II.
During his reign, he modernized the monarchy and performed the role of a constitutional monarch with dignity.
He was the oldest reigning monarch of any country in Europe.

38. Recently, President Droupadi Murmu approved a regulation to set up a High Court Bench in which Union Territory?

Answer: Ladakh (High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh).

Extra Facts:
The official title of the regulation is 'The Union Territory of Ladakh (Sitting of the Bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in Ladakh) Regulation, 2026'.
This regulation was issued by the Ministry of Law and Justice following approval by the Union Cabinet.
The Chief Justice will determine the hearing locations in Ladakh with the consent of the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh.
The common High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh was originally established in 1928.
Its principal seats are located in Srinagar and Jammu.
The Union Territory of Ladakh was formed on October 31, 2019, under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.

39. Which country's parliament approved a defense budget of $7.6 billion (NT$ 240 billion) to boost domestic drone production?

Answer: Taiwan.

Extra Facts:
This budget will be distributed over the next 6 years and made part of the general annual budget.
Under this initiative, coastal surveillance, attack, and surface maritime drones will be manufactured.
It includes the development and deployment of the 'Mighty Hornet III' unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
Taiwan earmarked a record NT$1.1 trillion for its 2027 defense budget, accounting for over 3% of its GDP.
The supply chain will rely entirely on non-red (non-Chinese) technology without reliance on Chinese components.
Taiwan's primary defense research institute, NCSIST, is located in Taichung.

40. According to data released by the RBI, which State/UT topped the highest share of 'Own Revenue' in total revenue receipts in FY 2024–25?

Answer: Delhi (93.2% share).

Extra Facts:
Haryana ranked second with 80.4%, while Telangana (78.4%), Karnataka (77.3%), and Tamil Nadu (75.5%) were in the top five.
Manipur was at the bottom with 10.0%, followed by Nagaland (12.5%) and Arunachal Pradesh (12.8%).
The formula for Own Revenue Share is: (Own Tax Revenue + Own Non-Tax Revenue) ÷ Total Revenue Receipts × 100.
Telangana registered the highest guarantee burden as a percentage of GSDP.
Himachal Pradesh recorded the highest pension financial burden in India during FY 2024–25.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) was established on April 1, 1935, based on the recommendations of the Hilton Young Commission.

41. At which location did Gujarat launch India's first state-level 'Sports Genomics Program' as part of preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games?

Answer: Gandhinagar (on August 28, 2026).

Extra Facts:
This is India's first state-level genetic profiling program that studies the physical capabilities of athletes.
Under this, scientific analysis of athletes' muscle structure, endurance, metabolism, and injury susceptibility is conducted.
This initiative will aid in talent identification for national and international competitions.
Sports genomics helps create personalized training and nutrition plans based on athletes' DNA data.
Gandhinagar is the capital of Gujarat, and the state is undergoing massive upgrades in sports infrastructure.

42. How much cash reward did Hockey India award to the Indian Women's Hockey Team for securing 5th place in the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup 2026?

Answer: ₹50 Lakh.

Extra Facts:
The Indian Women's Hockey Team achieved its best performance in 52 years by securing 5th place in the World Cup.
Prior to this, the Indian team finished 4th in the inaugural 1974 World Cup edition.
The tournament was jointly hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands.
India defeated World No. 5 Germany 3-1 in Amstelveen in the 5th-place classification match.
The Indian team was led by captain Salima Tete.
The final match of the tournament was played at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen.
The President of Hockey India is Dilip Tirkey, and its headquarters is located in New Delhi.

43. What type of warning label has FSSAI proposed in the Supreme Court for HFSS packaged food products?

Answer: Red Hexagonal warning label.

Extra Facts:
This warning label will apply when a product exceeds prescribed limits in two or more components (added sugar, added salt, or saturated fat).
HFSS stands for 'High Fat, Sugar, and Salt'.
This warning label will be displayed in both Hindi and English.
This labeling framework is aligned with the ICMR-NIN 2024 Dietary Guidelines.
FSSAI was established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
The National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) is located in Hyderabad and was founded in 1918.

44. What position did the Indian Men's Hockey Team finish in at the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026?

Answer: 8th position.

Extra Facts:
India lost 3-4 to Belgium in a penalty shootout in the 8th-place playoff match.
This match was played at the Belfius Arena in Wavre, Belgium.
The inaugural Men's Hockey World Cup was held in Barcelona, Spain, in 1971.
India won its only Hockey World Cup gold medal in 1975 in Kuala Lumpur.
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland.

45. To what level were bilateral relations upgraded during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Uzbekistan?

Answer: Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Extra Facts:
An agreement was reached between NPCI International and Uzbekistan's NIPC to facilitate merchant payments via UPI apps by scanning UZQR codes.
A Letter of Intent was signed for the conservation of ancient Buddhist sites located at Fayaz Tepe and Kara Tepe in Termez.
India announced a $1 million grant for afforestation in the Aral Sea region.
An ICCR Sanskrit Chair will be established at Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies.
A partnership agreement was concluded between the State of Gujarat and the Samarkand region of Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan is a double-landlocked country in Central Asia, with its capital at Tashkent.

46. According to the Union Health Ministry, by what percentage have malaria cases and deaths declined in India between 2015 and 2025?