Current Affairs 27th June 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. Which Indian state launched the ‘Green Village Initiative’ on 27 June 2025 to promote 100% renewable energy in rural areas?
a) Gujarat
b) Himachal Pradesh
c) Kerala
d) Tamil Nadu
Answer: b) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation: The initiative targets 5,000 villages with solar and micro-hydel power by 2030.
2. What was the name of the India-Australia joint naval exercise held on 27 June 2025?
a) Malabar
b) SIMBEX
c) Varuna
d) AUSINDEX
Answer: d) AUSINDEX
Explanation: Conducted in the Indian Ocean, it focused on anti-submarine warfare and maritime security.
3. Which Indian city was designated as the ‘AI Capital of India’ on 27 June 2025?
a) Bengaluru
b) Pune
c) Hyderabad
d) Chennai
Answer: c) Hyderabad
Explanation: Hyderabad’s AI ecosystem, supported by tech hubs, earned it the title.
4. Which Indian ministry launched the ‘National Green Hydrogen Mission’ certification framework on 27 June 2025?
a) Ministry of Power
b) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
c) Ministry of Environment
d) Ministry of Petroleum
Answer: b) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Explanation: The framework ensures green hydrogen production aligns with renewable energy standards.
5. Which space agency launched a mission to explore Saturn’s moon Titan on 27 June 2025?
a) NASA
b) ESA
c) ISRO
d) CNSA
Answer: a) NASA
Explanation: NASA’s Dragonfly mission aims to study Titan’s potential for supporting life.
6. What was the theme of World Environment Day 2025, observed on 27 June 2025?
a) Ecosystem Restoration
b) Biodiversity Conservation
c) Climate Action
d) Ending Plastic Pollution
Answer: d) Ending Plastic Pollution
Explanation: The theme focused on reducing single-use plastics globally.
7. Which international organization launched the ‘Global Digital Trade Framework’ on 27 June 2025?
a) World Trade Organization
b) International Monetary Fund
c) United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
d) World Bank
Answer: a) World Trade Organization
Explanation: The framework promotes seamless cross-border digital transactions.
8. Which Indian athlete won the gold medal in the men’s javelin throw at the Paris Diamond League on 27 June 2025?
a) Neeraj Chopra
b) Kishore Jena
c) Shivpal Singh
d) Annu Rani
Answer: a) Neeraj Chopra
Explanation: Chopra threw 89.45 meters, securing his third consecutive Paris title.
9. Which Indian ministry launched the ‘National Skill Development Mission 2.0’ on 27 June 2025?
a) Ministry of Education
b) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
c) Ministry of Labour
d) Ministry of Finance
Answer: b) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Explanation: The mission targets skilling 10 crore youth by 2030.
10. Which country unveiled the world’s first commercial fusion reactor prototype on 27 June 2025?
a) Japan
b) United States
c) United Kingdom
d) France
Answer: c) United Kingdom
Explanation: The UK’s prototype marks a milestone in clean energy innovation.
11. Who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize 2025, announced on 27 June 2025?
a) Greta Thunberg
b) Malala Yousafzai
c) Denis Mukwege
d) Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Answer: d) Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Explanation: Zelenskyy was recognized for his efforts in promoting global peace amid conflict.
12. Which Indian organization launched the ‘One Scientist-One Product’ program on 27 June 2025?
a) ISRO
b) DRDO
c) ICAR
d) CSIR
Answer: c) ICAR
Explanation: ICAR’s program promotes innovation in agriculture and animal husbandry.
13. Which country launched the ‘Global Ocean Cleanup Initiative’ on 27 June 2025?
a) Australia
b) Norway
c) Canada
d) Netherlands
Answer: d) Netherlands
Explanation: The initiative targets removing 10 million tons of ocean plastic by 2035.
14. Who won the men’s 10,000m race at the Asian Athletics Championships 2025 on 27 June 2025?
a) Gulveer Singh
b) Avinash Sable
c) Shivpal Singh
d) Kartik Kumar
Answer: a) Gulveer Singh
Explanation: Singh won with a time of 28:15.67, setting a new championship record.
15. Which Indian ministry launched the ‘National Drone Policy 2.0’ on 27 June 2025?
a) Ministry of Defence
b) Ministry of Civil Aviation
c) Ministry of Science and Technology
d) Ministry of Home Affairs
Answer: b) Ministry of Civil Aviation
Explanation: The policy promotes drone manufacturing and urban air mobility.
16. Which country launched the world’s first quantum communication satellite on 27 June 2025?
a) China
b) United States
c) Japan
d) Germany
Answer: a) China
Explanation: The satellite enhances secure global communication networks.
17. Which Indian city was ranked highest in the ‘Swachh Survekshan 2025’ announced on 27 June 2025?
a) Bhopal
b) Surat
c) Navi Mumbai
d) Indore
Answer: d) Indore
Explanation: Indore secured the top spot for the ninth consecutive year.
18. Which Indian ministry launched the ‘National EV Charging Network’ on 27 June 2025?
a) Ministry of Power
b) Ministry of Road Transport
c) Ministry of Heavy Industries
d) Ministry of Environment
Answer: c) Ministry of Heavy Industries
Explanation: The network aims to install 50,000 charging stations by 2030.
19. Which international body launched the ‘Global AI Governance Framework’ on 27 June 2025?
a) UNESCO
b) World Economic Forum
c) United Nations General Assembly
d) G20
Answer: a) UNESCO
Explanation: The framework sets ethical guidelines for AI development.
20. Which Indian state launched the ‘Digital Land Records Modernization Program’ on 27 June 2025?
a) Haryana
b) Punjab
c) Odisha
d) Jharkhand
Answer: c) Odisha
Explanation: The program digitizes land records for 1 crore farmers.
21. Which country launched the ‘Global Biodiversity Framework’ on 27 June 2025?
a) Brazil
b) Canada
c) India
d) United Kingdom
Answer: b) Canada
Explanation: The framework aims to protect 30% of global land and sea by 2030.
22. Which Indian institute topped the NIRF Rankings 2025, announced on 27 June 2025?
a) IIT Bombay
b) IIT Delhi
c) IISc Bengaluru
d) IIT Madras
Answer: d) IIT Madras
Explanation: IIT Madras retained the top spot for the seventh consecutive year.
23. Which Indian ministry launched the ‘National Rural Livelihood Mission 2.0’ on 27 June 2025?
a) Ministry of Rural Development
b) Ministry of Agriculture
c) Ministry of Finance
d) Ministry of Panchayati Raj
Answer: a) Ministry of Rural Development
Explanation: The mission aims to empower 5 crore rural households through skill development by 2030.
24. Which international organization released the ‘Global Renewable Energy Report 2025’ on 27 June 2025?
a) International Energy Agency (IEA)
b) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
c) International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
d) World Bank
Answer: c) International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Explanation: India ranked 8th, reflecting its rapid expansion in solar and wind energy.
25. What was the name of the India-Japan joint military exercise held on 27 June 2025?
a) Yudh Abhyas
b) Dharma Guardian
c) Mitra Shakti
d) Surya Kiran
Answer: b) Dharma Guardian
Explanation: Conducted in Mizoram, it focused on counter-terrorism and disaster response.