Current Affairs 16th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in Punjabi
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Current Affairs 8th December 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. What major liquidity measure did the Reserve Bank of India announce in its December 2025 policy review to support the rupee's stability?
A) ₹500 billion repo rate cut
B) ₹1 trillion open market operation (OMO) purchases
C) Introduction of a new digital rupee
D) Reduction in CRR by 100 basis points
Answer: B
Explanation: The RBI unveiled ₹1 trillion in OMO purchases alongside a three-year dollar-rupee swap to inject liquidity and stabilize the currency amid global uncertainties, as reported by GKToday on December 8, 2025.
2. Which new semi-aquatic spider species was discovered in India's Western Ghats, marking the first confirmed record of its genus in the region?
A) Dolomedes indicus
B) Araneus diadematus
C) Latrodectus hesperus
D) Theridion mystaceum
Answer: A
Explanation: A research team in Kerala identified Dolomedes indicus, a fishing spider, highlighting biodiversity in the Western Ghats, as announced by GKToday on December 8, 2025.
3. What significant milestone did the Indian Institute of Astrophysics celebrate regarding AstroSat's UltraViolet Imaging Telescope?
A) 5 years of operation
B) 10 years of successful operation
C) Launch of a new mission
D) Discovery of a new galaxy
Answer: B
Explanation: A workshop in Bengaluru marked a decade of the UVIT's contributions to ultraviolet astronomy, as covered by GKToday on December 8, 2025.
4. Under which scheme did DRDO hand over seven indigenous technologies to the Indian Armed Forces in December 2025?
A) Make in India
B) Atmanirbhar Bharat
C) Technology Development Fund (TDF)
D) Defence Innovation Organisation
Answer: C
Explanation: The handover during an Empowered Committee meeting at DRDO Bhawan supports self-reliance in defense tech for the Army, Navy, and Air Force, per AffairsCloud on December 7-8, 2025.
5. Which joint military exercise between India and Malaysia commenced on December 5, 2025, at Mahajan Field Firing Range?
A) Garuda Shakti
B) Harimau Shakti
C) Mitra Shakti
D) Yudh Abhyas
Answer: B
Explanation: The 5th edition of Harimau Shakti focuses on counter-terrorism and enhances interoperability, as reported by AffairsCloud on December 7-8, 2025.
6. What bilateral agreement was signed on December 5, 2025, between India Post and JSC Russia Post?
A) International Express Mail Service
B) International Tracked Packet Service (ITPS)
C) E-commerce Logistics Pact
D) Postal Digital Payment Agreement
Answer: B
Explanation: The ITPS agreement improves tracked parcel services between the two nations, boosting trade efficiency, according to PendulumEdu on December 7-8, 2025.
7. Which Infrastructure Investment Trust received SEBI's in-principle approval on December 5, 2025?
A) IndiGrid InvIT
B) Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT)
C) PowerGrid InvIT
D) Cube Highways InvIT
Answer: B
Explanation: NHAI's RIIT, involving major banks like SBI and HDFC, aims to monetize national highways under SEBI's InvIT regulations, as per PendulumEdu on December 7-8, 2025.
8. What new policy was released by Tamil Nadu at the Investors Conclave to boost toy manufacturing?
A) Toy Export Promotion Policy 2025
B) Toy Manufacturing Policy 2025
C) Digital Toy Innovation Scheme
D) Sustainable Toy Development Act
Answer: B
Explanation: The policy seeks to attract investments and diversify into toys, promoting domestic production, as announced on GKToday on December 8, 2025.
9. Which road in Hyderabad is Telangana planning to rename 'Donald Trump Avenue' as a gesture of goodwill?
A) Raj Bhavan Road
B) US Consulate Road
C) Banjara Hills Road
D) Necklace Road
Answer: B
Explanation: The move honors US-India ties amid strained relations due to tariffs, reported by GKToday on December 8, 2025.
10. What event did Russian President Vladimir Putin attend during his visit to India from December 4-5, 2025?
A) Republic Day Parade
B) 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit
C) G20 Summit
D) BRICS Summit
Answer: B
Explanation: Hosted by PM Modi, the summit strengthened bilateral ties, including a private dinner and banquet by President Murmu, per AffairsCloud on December 7-8, 2025.
11. What new feature was launched on DigiLocker by NeGD and MEA on December 4, 2025?
A) Voter ID Verification
B) Passport Verification Records (PVR)
C) Aadhaar Biometric Update
D) Driving License Renewal
Answer: B
Explanation: The PVR feature enables secure passport record storage, enhancing digital governance, as covered by AffairsCloud on December 7-8, 2025.
12. What is the theme of the India International Science Festival 2025?
A) Science for Sustainable Future
B) Science-Enriched Prosperity for Atmanirbhar Bharat
C) Innovation in Space Exploration
D) Climate Action Through Technology
Answer: B
Explanation: The festival emphasizes self-reliance through science, aligning with national goals, per GKToday on December 8, 2025.
13. What tragic event occurred in Dnipro, Ukraine, on December 8, 2025?
A) Chemical plant explosion
B) Russian Iskander missile strike killing four
C) Bridge collapse
D) Cyberattack on power grid
Answer: B
Explanation: The strike injured at least 40, escalating the ongoing conflict, as reported by Wikipedia's Current Events portal on December 8, 2025.
14. What is the death toll from Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka as of December 8, 2025?
A) 427
B) 627
C) 827
D) 1,027
Answer: B
Explanation: Hundreds remain missing after the cyclone's devastation, per Economic Times school assembly headlines on December 8, 2025.
15. What magnitude earthquake struck Nepal on December 8, 2025?
A) 3.1
B) 4.1
C) 5.1
D) 6.1
Answer: B
Explanation: The quake hit at a shallow 5 km depth near the border, causing minor damage, as per Economic Times on December 8, 2025.
16. How many women served in Ukraine's military in 2025, according to ABC News?
A) Over 50,000
B) Over 60,000
C) Over 70,000
D) Over 80,000
Answer: C
Explanation: This milestone highlights women's roles in the conflict, reported by ABC News International on December 8, 2025.
17. What border incident reignited tensions between Thailand and Cambodia on December 8, 2025?
A) Trade dispute
B) Fresh military clashes
C) Water rights conflict
D) Migrant crisis
Answer: B
Explanation: Clashes along disputed borders led to shelters and airstrikes, per Reuters on December 8, 2025.
18. Who became the 2025 Formula One World Champion at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix?
A) Max Verstappen
B) Lewis Hamilton
C) Lando Norris
D) Charles Leclerc
Answer: C
Explanation: McLaren's Norris clinched the title with a podium finish, as per Reuters on December 8, 2025.
19. What major aviation disruption affected IndiGo on December 7, 2025?
A) Pilot strike
B) Nationwide flight cancellations and delays
C) Fuel shortage
D) Airport closure
Answer: B
Explanation: Over 2,000 flights were canceled, leading to ₹610 crore in refunds, per The Hindu Morning Digest on December 8, 2025.
20. What annual observance was held in India on December 7, 2025, to honor the armed forces?
A) Kargil Vijay Diwas
B) Armed Forces Flag Day
C) Navy Day
D) Air Force Day
Answer: B
Explanation: It raises funds for welfare, commemorating contributions to national security, as per Adda247 on December 7, 2025.
21. What disaster destroyed 40 homes and killed a firefighter in Australia on December 8, 2025?
A) Floods
B) Wildfires
C) Earthquake
D) Cyclone
Answer: B
Explanation: Fires ravaged New South Wales, prompting relief efforts, per ABC News on December 8, 2025.
22. When is the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 wreckage set to resume, as announced on December 8, 2025?
A) December 15
B) December 20
C) December 30
D) January 5, 2026
Answer: C
Explanation: Ocean Infinity will conduct a 55-day "no-find, no-fee" search in the southern Indian Ocean, per Wikipedia on December 8, 2025.
23. What award did the Archery Premier League win at the India Sports Awards 2025?
A) Best International Event
B) Emerging Professional Sports Event of the Year
C) Lifetime Achievement
D) Innovation in Sports
Answer: B
Explanation: Recognized at the FICCI TURF Global Sports Summit in New Delhi, per MyCurrentAffair on December 2, 2025 (updated context).
24. What is India's rank in its debut at the WorldSkills Asia Competition 2025?
A) 5th
B) 6th
C) 8th
D) 10th
Answer: C
Explanation: Among 29 nations, India excelled in emerging trades, as per MyCurrentAffair on December 2, 2025 (recent highlight).
25. What international day was observed on December 7, 2025, recognizing civil aviation's role?
A) World Aviation Day
B) International Civil Aviation Day
C) Pilot Safety Day
D) Aerospace Innovation Day
Answer: B
Explanation: It promotes aviation's global impact, per Adda247 on December 7, 2025.