Brief Summary
Alright students, here's a quick recap of today's GK/GS and current affairs session. We tackled a bunch of questions, from banking milestones to sports awards, and even some historical cases. Key takeaways include:
- State Bank of India's financial achievements.
- Filmfare OTT Awards 2025 comedy series winner.
- National legal services day.
- India's FTA with Oman.
- Key appointments like the Director of the Botanical Survey of India.
Homework Question Discussion: SBI's Milestone
So, the homework question was about which Indian bank hit a $100 billion market cap and ₹100 trillion in total business. The answer is State Bank of India (SBI), making it the first Indian bank to achieve this milestone.
IPL Finals and Player of the Match
In the 2017 and 2025 IPL finals, Krunal Pandya was chosen as the Player of the Match. Remember this for your sports GK!
India's First Indigenous CAR-T Therapy for Hemophilia
During the seventh PM-STACK meeting in January 2025, discussions revolved around India's first indigenous CAR-T therapy and gene therapy for hemophilia. This initiative involves collaboration with institutions like NCBS, InStem Bangalore, and St. John's Hospital in Bangalore.
Filmfare OTT Award 2025: Best Comedy Series
The Filmfare OTT Award 2025 for the Best Comedy Series went to a show featuring Narendra Malik. Keep this in mind for entertainment current affairs.
India and Brazil Expand Trade Agreement
India and Brazil have recently agreed to expand their existing preferential trade agreement under the Latin American economic bloc, MERCOSUR (Mercado Común del Sur).
India's Nuclear Energy Program Pioneer
M.R. Srinivasan, associated with India's nuclear energy program, was awarded the Padma Vibhushan. Remember this name for contributions to Indian science and technology.
Rooftop Solar Finance Scheme by Axis Bank
Axis Bank has launched a new financing program called Rooftop Solar Finance to help MSMEs adopt solar energy and reduce their energy costs.
National Dengue Day
National Dengue Day is observed on May 16th. Dengue is caused by a virus. Also, National Vaccination Day is on March 16th.
Discovery of 12,000-Year-Old T-Shaped Pillar in Turkey
A 12,000-year-old T-shaped pillar with a carved human face was discovered in Karahantepe, Turkey.
Italy Recognizes Femicide as a Legal Crime
Italy has passed a historic law recognizing femicide (narri hatya) as a legal crime, punishable by life imprisonment. Femicide means intentionally killing a woman.
National Legal Services Day and NALSA
National Legal Services Day is observed on November 9th. NALSA (National Legal Services Authority) was established on November 9, 1995, by the Supreme Court of India.
CISF's Vande Matram 3.0 Cyclothon 2026
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) organized the second edition of Vande Matram 3.0 Cyclothon 2026 with the theme "Safe Coasts, Prosperous India." Praveen Ranjan is the DG of CISF.
Understanding External Debt in India
Short-term cross-border capital flow represents funds that can be quickly withdrawn, while FDI indicates a lasting interest with significant influence in the management of an enterprise.
Kiara Advani: Brand Ambassador for Maybelline New York
Kiara Advani has been appointed as the new brand ambassador for Maybelline New York in India.
Incentive Scheme for Promoting Mineral Recycling
The Ministry of Mines has launched a promotion scheme with a total value of ₹1,500 crore to promote the recycling of important minerals.
Construction of Modern Sports Complex in Jodhpur
The modern sports complex in Jodhpur was constructed under the primary direction of the Public Works Department of Rajasthan.
Shah Bano Case and CRPC Section 125
The Shah Bano case is related to the rights of divorced Muslim women to maintenance under Section 125 of the CRPC. If a divorced woman with children is unable to work, the responsibility of her maintenance lies with the former husband.
28th ITTF-ATTU Asian Table Tennis Championship 2025
The 28th edition of the ITTF-ATTU Asian Table Tennis Championship took place in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
India's FTA with Oman
India has signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Oman to promote economic relations.
Director of Botanical Survey of India
Dr. Kanad Das has been appointed as the 13th Director of the Botanical Survey of India (BSI).
Defense PSU Building Inaugurated in Delhi
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Defense PSU building in New Delhi.
Cancer Care Training Program for BIMSTEC Nations
Tata Memorial Center has initiated a cancer care training program for BIMSTEC nations, announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a BIMSTEC summit.
Focus of Green Aravali Action Plan
The primary focus of the Green Aravali Action Plan is on the Aravali Range.
Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Advocate Training Center in Mumbai
India's first Bharat Ratna Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Advocate Training and Research Center is located in Taloja, Navi Mumbai.
Russia's Naval Base in Africa
Russia is building its first naval base in Sudan.
World Youth Skills Day 2025 Theme
The theme for World Youth Skills Day 2025 is "Youth Empowerment through AI and Digital Skills."
Chairman of National Designated Authority for Carbon Markets
The chairman of the newly formed National Designated Authority for carbon markets in India is the Environment Secretary.
Harvinder Singh at Paris Paralympic Games
Harvinder Singh is associated with the Paris Paralympic Games.
Robert Redford's First Oscar
Robert Redford, who recently passed away at the age of 89, won his first Oscar for Best Director.
No Helmet, No Fuel Road Safety Campaign
The Uttar Pradesh government will launch the "No Helmet, No Fuel" road safety campaign.
UNESCO Recognition of Gita and Natya Shastra
The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts will organize a seminar on UNESCO's recognition of Gita and Natya Shastra. The theme of the seminar is "Timeless Texts and Universal Teachings."
Reservation Percentage for EWS
The maximum permissible percentage of reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is 10%.
Name Change of Adampur Airport
Adampur Airport, located in Jalandhar district, Punjab, has been officially renamed Shri Guru Ravidas Maharaj Ji Airport, coinciding with the 649th birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas Ji.
71st National Film Awards: Best Feature Film
In the 71st National Film Awards, "12th Fail" won the award for Best Feature Film.
Most Run Scorer in IPL
Virat Kohli is the highest run-scorer in IPL history.
Cyclone Dana Naming
Cyclone Dana was named by Qatar.
Book on Carbon Assessment in Indian Handloom Sector
The book on carbon assessment in the Indian handloom sector, launched by Union Minister Giriraj Singh, was supported by IIT Delhi.
NISAR Commissioning Phase
NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) started its commissioning phase one year after launch.
Italian Open Tennis Tournament Winner
Rafael Nadal is associated with the Italian Open Tennis Tournament.
Senkaku Islands Dispute
The Senkaku Islands are disputed between China and Japan.
Maritime Heritage Celebration between India and Oman
INS Sudarshini reached Muscat after its first voyage from Porbandar, celebrating 5000 years of maritime heritage between India and Oman. Muscat is the capital of Oman.
Correct Statement about Council of Ministers
The correct statement about the Council of Ministers is that cabinet ministers are a smaller group within the Council of Ministers.
India's Rank in Human Development Report
India's rank in the Human Development Report, out of 193 countries, was 130.
Total Length of Indian Railways
As of March 2020, the total length of Indian Railways is 67,956 kilometers.
Richest Chief Minister in India
According to reports in 2025, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh is the richest Chief Minister in India.
Approval of Distinguished Service Medals
The President of India approved 56 Ati Vishisht Seva Medals and 30 Param Vishisht Seva Medals on the 77th Republic Day.
Pakistan Suspends Treaty in Response to India
In response to India's withdrawal from the Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistan suspended the Shimla Agreement.
India @ 2047 Book
The book "India @ 2047" is by S.P. Sharma, focusing on India's goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047 (Viksit Bharat @ 2047).
Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands Dispute
The Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands are disputed between China and Japan.
Authority for Independent Technical Investigation of Civil Aviation Accidents
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is the authority responsible for independent technical investigation of civil aviation accidents in India.
Homework Question: Iran's Missile Exercise in Indian Ocean
The name of Iran's two-day missile exercise in the Indian Ocean and the Sea of Oman is your homework.
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