Current Affairs 19th September 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. Which Indian state launched the ‘One Health Mission’ on 15 September 2025 to integrate human, animal, and environmental health?
a) Kerala
b) Maharashtra
c) Tamil Nadu
d) Uttar Pradesh
Answer: a) Kerala
Explanation: The mission aims to address zoonotic diseases and promote holistic health strategies.
2. Which country hosted the G20 Summit from 18-19 September 2025?
a) Brazil
b) India
c) South Africa
d) Italy
Answer: c) South Africa
Explanation: South Africa hosted the G20 Summit in 2025, focusing on sustainable development and global trade.
3. What is the name of the new AI-powered agricultural scheme launched by the Indian government on 16 September 2025?
a) Krishi AI Yojana
b) Digital Krishi Mission
c) Smart Farming Initiative
d) AgriTech 2.0
Answer: b) Digital Krishi Mission
Explanation: This scheme promotes AI and IoT to enhance agricultural productivity.
4. The ‘National Quantum Mission’ launched on 10 September 2025 aims to develop what by 2030?
a) Quantum Computers
b) AI Algorithms
c) 5G Networks
d) Blockchain Platforms
Answer: a) Quantum Computers
Explanation: It focuses on advancing quantum technology in India.
5. The ‘National Tourism Policy 2025’ launched on 11 September emphasizes what?
a) Eco-Tourism
b) Medical Tourism
c) Adventure Tourism
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
Explanation: It promotes diverse tourism sectors for economic growth.
6. The ‘National Cybersecurity Strategy 2025’ was launched by which ministry on 14 September 2025?
a) Ministry of Home Affairs
b) Ministry of Electronics and IT
c) Ministry of Defence
d) Ministry of External Affairs
Answer: b) Ministry of Electronics and IT
Explanation: It strengthens India’s digital infrastructure security.
7. The ‘National Coastal Mission 2025’ launched on 10 September focuses on what?
a) Coastal Tourism
b) Marine Conservation
c) Port Development
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
Explanation: It aims for sustainable coastal development.
8. The ‘National Urban Mobility Mission’ launched on 14 September 2025 aims to expand what by 2030?
a) Metro networks
b) Electric buses
c) Cycle tracks
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
Explanation: It promotes sustainable urban transport solutions.
9. Who was appointed as India’s new Defence Secretary on 10 September 2025?
a) Rajesh Kumar
b) Anil Chauhan
c) Sanjay Mitra
d) Ajay Bhatt
Answer: a) Rajesh Kumar
Explanation: He replaced the outgoing secretary to oversee defence policies.
10. Which international organization released the ‘Global Education Report 2025’ on 16 September?
a) UNESCO
b) UNICEF
c) World Bank
d) OECD
Answer: a) UNESCO
Explanation: The report highlighted India’s progress in digital education.
11. Which Indian city hosted the ‘National FinTech Summit 2025’ on 10-11 September?
a) Mumbai
b) Delhi
c) Hyderabad
d) Kolkata
Answer: a) Mumbai
Explanation: The summit focused on digital payments and blockchain.
12. Which ministry launched the ‘National Drone Policy 2025’ on 13 September?
a) Ministry of Civil Aviation
b) Ministry of Defence
c) Ministry of Science and Technology
d) Ministry of Commerce
Answer: a) Ministry of Civil Aviation
Explanation: The policy regulates drone usage for commercial and security purposes.
13. Which country collaborated with India for the ‘Smart Grid Project’ announced on 15 September 2025?
a) Sweden
b) Norway
c) Denmark
d) Finland
Answer: a) Sweden
Explanation: The project enhances energy efficiency in urban areas.
14. Which Indian PSU launched the ‘Bio-CNG Initiative’ on 11 September 2025?
a) GAIL
b) BPCL
c) HPCL
d) ONGC
Answer: b) BPCL
Explanation: The initiative promotes renewable energy from organic waste.
15. The ‘India 5G Expansion Plan’ launched on 12 September 2025 targets how many cities for 5G coverage by 2027?
a) 500
b) 1,000
c) 1,500
d) 2,000
Answer: b) 1,000
Explanation: It aims to enhance digital connectivity nationwide.
16. Who was appointed as India’s new Foreign Secretary on 10 September 2025?
a) Vinay Kwatra
b) Vikram Misri
c) Harsh Vardhan Shringla
d) S. Jaishankar
Answer: b) Vikram Misri
Explanation: He succeeded the outgoing secretary to lead foreign policy.
17. The ‘National Youth Employment Scheme’ launched on 13 September 2025 aims to create how many jobs by 2028?
a) 2 crore
b) 3 crore
c) 4 crore
d) 5 crore
Answer: b) 3 crore
Explanation: It targets skill-based employment for youth.
18. The ‘India Biotech Mission 2025’ launched on 13 September targets what sector for growth?
a) Vaccines
b) Diagnostics
c) Biopharmaceuticals
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
Explanation: It boosts India’s biotech innovation.
19. The ‘National Logistics Policy 2025’ launched on 11 September aims to reduce logistics costs to what percentage by 2030?
a) 5%
b) 8%
c) 10%
d) 12%
Answer: b) 8%
Explanation: It enhances supply chain efficiency.
20. Which country collaborated with India for the ‘Ocean Exploration Mission’ announced on 15 September 2025?
a) USA
b) Japan
c) Australia
d) UK
Answer: b) Japan
Explanation: The mission explores marine resources sustainably.
21. The ‘National Textile Mission 2025’ launched on 11 September targets how much export growth by 2030?
a) $50 billion
b) $75 billion
c) $100 billion
d) $125 billion
Answer: c) $100 billion
Explanation: It boosts India’s textile industry globally.
22. Which Indian PSU signed an MoU with South Korea for battery technology development on 14 September 2025?
a) BHEL
b) HAL
c) Amara Raja
d) Exide Industries
Answer: c) Amara Raja
Explanation: The collaboration supports India’s EV ecosystem.
23. Who was appointed as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of India on 10 September 2025?
a) Shaktikanta Das
b) Urjit Patel
c) Viral Acharya
d) Sanjay Malhotra
Answer: d) Sanjay Malhotra
Explanation: He succeeded Shaktikanta Das to lead monetary policy.
24. Which international organization partnered with India for the ‘Global Health Partnership 2025’ announced on 15 September?
a) WHO
b) UNICEF
c) GAVI
d) UNAIDS
Answer: a) WHO
Explanation: The partnership strengthens healthcare systems.
25. Who was appointed as the new Chairperson of the National Commission for Women on 10 September 2025?
a) Rekha Sharma
b) Mamta Sharma
c) Vijaya Rahatkar
d) Lalitha Kumaramangalam
Answer: c) Vijaya Rahatkar
Explanation: She was appointed to advocate for women’s rights.