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Current Affairs 16 May 2025

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC (16 May 2025)
1. Where has Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently inaugurated the BrahMos manufacturing facility?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Bengaluru
[C] Chennai
[D] Bhopal
Answer: A
2. In which city was the 72nd Miss World competition recently held?
[A] Nashik
[B] Pune
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Mumbai
Answer: C
3. Recently, the Government of India has permitted which company to start satellite-based internet services in the country?
[A] Amazon Kuiper
[B] Starlink
[C] OneWeb
[D] Reliance Jio
Answer: B
4. Where was the 78th Cannes Film Festival 2025 held recently?
[A] India
[B] Russia
[C] France
[D] Japan
Answer: C
5. Recently, which country a temporary ban has been imposed on playing chess?
[A] India
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Iran
[D] Afghanistan
Answer: D
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16 May 2025 One-liner Current Affairs
1. In the Fiscal Health Index 2025, which state is at the top? – Odisha
2. Recently, which country has become the first to integrate crypto payments in tourism? – Bhutan
3. Recently, which state has given an exemption from property tax to defense personnel living in villages? – Andhra Pradesh
4. Recently, the residence period required to obtain permanent residence in Britain was increased from five years to how much? – Ten
5. In the year 2025, the three Jan Suraksha Yojanas have completed how many years of social security service? – 10 Years
Important Current Affairs May 2025
- India has launched its inaugural 3-nanometre (3nm) chip design centers in Noida and Bengaluru, marking a key advancement in semiconductor development. Established by Renesas Electronics India Private Limited, these centers position India alongside a select group of nations in next-generation chip design. This initiative is part of a broader government effort to create a complete semiconductor ecosystem, including design, fabrication, assembly, testing, and supply chain support.
- India’s renowned athlete and double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra has been awarded the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army.
- Retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer and former defence secretary Ajay Kumar has been appointed as the new chairperson of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
Conclusion
Current events play a crucial role in preparing for the NDA, CDS, AFCAT, and UPSC exams. Important topics to focus on include international relations, defence advancements, economic growth, space exploration, and environmental issues. Being well-informed about these subjects can significantly boost your performance in competitive exams. Additionally, students can download the Target Defence Academy Mobile App for access to Current Affairs, specifically for May 2025, ensuring they stay updated and ready for their upcoming challenges.
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