Brief Summary
This session is a Static GK, GK GS, and General Awareness class. The session covers current affairs and static GK questions, with a focus on recent events and important facts relevant to upcoming exams. Key points include discussions on international awards, government initiatives, and important appointments.
- Discussion on various government exams and how to access them through the Testbook application.
- Focus on static GK questions related to recent events and awards.
- Encouragement for students to stay engaged and improve their knowledge.
Introduction
The session starts with a welcome and a quick check on the audio quality. The educator mentions the Testbook application, highlighting that it provides access to 375+ government exams. There's also a mention of a ₹1 for 2 days trial and a 3-month super pass for ₹529 using the coupon code "RIYA". The educator apologizes for missing a class and expresses her commitment to conduct a 55-minute session.
All India Institute of Ayurveda Initiative
The first question is about the All India Institute of Ayurveda starting a new initiative to handle Ayush insurance-related matters. The answer is Project Management Unit (PMU).
68th Grammy Awards
The next question asks about the biggest winner at the 68th Grammy Awards, who won five awards. The answer is Kendrick Lamar, and the Grammy Awards are also known as the Gramophone Awards, first awarded on May 4, 1959.
India-Bhutan Joint Program Inauguration
The discussion moves to a program jointly inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the King of Bhutan in Thimpu, symbolizing the deep spiritual and cultural ties between India and Bhutan. The answer is Kalachakra Abhishek ceremony, part of the Global Peace Prayer Festival held in Bhutan from November 4-17, 2025.
Tesla's Global Market Entry in Gurugram
The session touches upon the launch of Tesla's first center in Gurugram, India, making India Tesla's 50th global market. Gurugram is also known for being the location of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) headquarters, India’s first green ATM, and the country's first heli hub.
World Pulses Day 2026 Theme
The topic shifts to the official theme for World Pulses Day 2026, which is "Pulses of the World." World Pulses Day is celebrated on February 10th, and it was first observed on February 10, 2019, after being announced by the UN General Assembly in December 2018.
RBI's Initiative for Central Bank Digital Currency
The discussion covers the initiative launched by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to test the latest products for its Central Bank Digital Currency. The answer is Retail Sand Box. RBI celebrated its 91st Foundation Day on April 1, 2026.
Padma Vibhushan Awardee N. Rajam's State
The session addresses the state affiliation of N. Rajam, a renowned Hindustani classical musician and Padma Vibhushan awardee. Despite common misconceptions, N. Rajam is from Uttar Pradesh, as confirmed by the Government of India's official website.
Maharashtra's Blue Flag Certified Beaches
The discussion turns to the number of beaches in Maharashtra that received the international Blue Flag certification in October 2025. The answer is five beaches.
New Director General of NIA
The session identifies the new Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in January 2026. The correct answer is Rakesh Agarwal, an IPS officer from the Himachal cadre. The NIA operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Vinod Kumar Shukla's Award
The discussion is about Vinod Kumar Shukla, a well-known Hindi author from Chhattisgarh who recently passed away. Shortly before his death, he received the Jnanpith Award, making him the 12th author to receive this award in Hindi literature.
Navratna Status for Public Sector Undertaking
The session identifies the public sector undertaking recently granted Navratna status by the Indian government. The answer is Numaligarh Refinery Limited.
Monetary Reform in Iran
The discussion covers the major monetary reform approved by Iran's parliament regarding its national currency. The reform involves removing four zeros from the Rial.
Commemorative Postal Stamp for Historical Figure
The session identifies the historical figure honored on a commemorative postal stamp released by Vice President Shri CP Radhakrishnan in December 2025. The figure is Perumbidugu Muthurayar, a king from the Muthurayar dynasty who ruled in central Tamil Nadu.
Mrs. Universe 2025
The discussion is about who was crowned Mrs. Universe 2025, becoming India's first Mrs. Universe titleholder. The answer is Sherry Singh.
Oldest Olympic Champion
The session mentions Charles Coste, the world's oldest Olympic champion who passed away at the age of 101 in October 2025. He was a cyclist from France.
Digitization of Voter Lists in India
The discussion identifies the first state in India to achieve 100% digitization of voter lists under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The answer is Rajasthan. The goal is to ensure fair elections by verifying the authenticity of voter IDs.
Rooftop Solar Energy Adoption Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana
The session covers the number of homes that have adopted rooftop solar energy under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana by February 2026. The scheme was announced in 2023 and launched in 2024, targeting 30 lakh homes.
WPL 2026 Orange Cap Winner
The discussion identifies the winner of the Orange Cap for scoring the most runs in the WPL 2026 season. The answer is Smriti Mandhana, the captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).
Dump Site Remediation Accelerator Program (DRAP)
The session explains the main objective of the Dump Site Remediation Accelerator Program (DRAP), launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. The main goal is to fast-track the treatment of dump sites and reclaim urban land.
Insurance Amendment Bill 2025 Title
The discussion covers the official title of the Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, which is "Sabka Bima, Sabki Raksha Vidheyak".
Security Regulatory for Ports in India
The session identifies the force designated as the new security regulator for over 250 major and minor ports across India. The answer is CISF (Central Industrial Security Force). The current Director General of CISF is Praveen Ranjan.
International Shooting Sports Federation Junior World Cup 2025
The discussion identifies the top performer in the medal tally at the International Shooting Sports Federation Junior World Cup 2025 held in New Delhi. The answer is India.
Anvesha Satellite
The session explains why Anvesha was in the news. Anvesha is an Earth observation satellite developed by DRDO and launched by ISRO.
Total Wetlands in India
The discussion covers the total number of wetlands in India after the addition of Kopra Reservoir and Siligarh Lake. While the number was 96 after these additions, the current total is 98 wetlands. Patna Bird Sanctuary in UP and Chhadi Dhand in Gujarat are among the latest additions. Wetlands are defined as areas where water and soil combine to create a marshy or sticky environment, often including lakes.
Self-Regulatory Organization for NBFC Sector
The session identifies the organization recognized by RBI as a Self-Regulatory Organization (SRO) for the NBFC sector. The answer is Finance Industry Development Council (FIDC).
National Commission for ST Foundation Day
The discussion covers the foundation day of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) in February 2026. The NCST celebrated its 23rd foundation day on February 19, 2026.
Rukmini Auntie and The R. K. Narayan Fan Club Book
The session identifies the author of the English book "Rukmini Auntie and The R. K. Narayan Fan Club," published in December 2025. The book is written by Sita Bhaskar.
World Boxing Cup Final 2025 Host City
The discussion covers the host city for the World Boxing Cup Final 2025 in India. The event was held in Greater Noida from November 17-20.
International Biosphere Reserve Day
The session identifies the date of International Biosphere Reserve Day and the organization that declared it. The day is celebrated on November 3rd, and it was announced by UNESCO in 2021. World Earth Day is celebrated on April 22nd.
Film 120 Bahadurs Historical Event
The discussion is about the historical event on which the film "120 Bahadurs" is based. The film is based on the Battle of Rezang La in 1962, where 120 Indian soldiers fought against 3,000 Chinese soldiers.
BioAsia Summit 2026 Theme
The session covers the theme for the 23rd edition of the BioAsia Summit 2026, held in Hyderabad. The theme is "TechBio Unleashed: AI, Automation, and Biology Revolution".
RBI Authorization for Payment Aggregator
The discussion identifies the company that received final authorization from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as a payment aggregator cross-border unit in January 2026. The answer is Skyedo.
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2025 Theme
The session covers the theme for the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2025, observed on October 17th. The theme is "Ending social and institutional discrimination by ensuring respect and effective support for families".
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Winner
The discussion identifies the country that won its first ICC Men's T20 World Cup in February 2026, defeating Nepal by 10 wickets. The answer is Italy.
Humanitarian Aid After Cyclone Melissa
The session concludes with a homework question about the two countries to which India sent humanitarian aid after Cyclone Melissa. The educator encourages students to enroll in the Testbook Superpass Live for comprehensive exam preparation, using the coupon code "RIYA" for a discount. The session ends with a thank you and farewell.
