Daily Current Affairs
25 May 2026 · 10 questions
World Football Day is observed worldwide every year on which date?
Correct Answer: B. May 25
World Football Day is observed worldwide every year on May 25. The day celebrates football's contribution to peace, inclusion, youth empowerment, health, and sustainable development. It highlights how the sport — which connects billions of people across different cultures, borders, and generations — can be a catalyst for a united and equitable world. The day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 2024.
China launched its Shenzhou 23 mission sending 3 astronauts to which space station?
Correct Answer: D. Tiangong space station
China launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft and sent three astronauts to its Tiangong space station. This is a historic mission as one astronaut is expected to remain in orbit for one full year — making it one of the longest human space missions in history. Tiangong (meaning 'Heavenly Palace') is China's modular space station operating in low Earth orbit, fully assembled in 2022. It is operated by the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA).
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha was appointed as Chairman of which Rajya Sabha Committee?
Correct Answer: A. Committee on Petitions
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha was appointed as the new Chairman of the Rajya Sabha Committee on Petitions. The Upper House reconstituted the committee and assigned him a key legislative responsibility. The Committee on Petitions examines petitions submitted to the Rajya Sabha by citizens on matters of public interest. Raghav Chadha is a young AAP (Aam Aadmi Party) MP and one of the youngest members of the Rajya Sabha.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched India's first indigenous 300-km Universal Rocket Launching System. What is this rocket system named?
Correct Answer: C. Suryastra
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched India's first indigenous 300-km Universal Rocket Launching System named 'Suryastra'. Along with this, he inaugurated a major private defence manufacturing complex in Shirdi, Maharashtra. Suryastra is a long-range artillery rocket system designed for precision strike capability. Rajnath Singh described the milestone as a symbol of the country's growing strategic independence and indigenous defence manufacturing under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Lionel Messi became the second footballer to enter the billionaire club. Who was the first footballer to cross the $1 billion net worth mark?
Correct Answer: B. Cristiano Ronaldo
Football icon Lionel Messi officially entered the billionaire club, becoming only the second footballer in history after Cristiano Ronaldo to cross the $1 billion net worth mark. According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Messi achieved this milestone through a combination of football salaries, bonuses, endorsements, investments, and business ventures. Cristiano Ronaldo was the first footballer to reach billionaire status.
UNESCO recognised Kumbhalgarh Fort as the world's second-longest continuous intact wall. It is located in which district of Rajasthan?
Correct Answer: D. Rajsamand
A UNESCO survey recognised Kumbhalgarh Fort as the second-longest continuous intact wall in the world — after the Great Wall of China. The fort is located in Rajsamand district of Rajasthan. It is one of the marvels of medieval architecture, showcasing Rajput engineering, military strategy, and cultural heritage. Kumbhalgarh was built by Maharana Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. It is the birthplace of Maharana Pratap.
Major Abhilasha Barak won the 2025 UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. She was serving with the UN peacekeeping mission in which country?
Correct Answer: A. Lebanon
Indian Army officer Major Abhilasha Barak — who was serving with the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Lebanon (UNIFIL) — was named recipient of the 2025 United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. The award recognised her exceptional efforts in community outreach, women empowerment, and gender sensitisation during her peacekeeping deployment. UNIFIL is the UN Interim Force in Lebanon, set up in 1978.
The Sansad Ratna Awards 2026 honoured outstanding Members of Parliament. How many Lok Sabha MPs were selected for the prestigious honour this year?
Correct Answer: C. 10 LS MPs
For 2026, the Sansad Ratna Awards jury selected 10 Lok Sabha MPs, 2 Rajya Sabha MPs, and 4 Parliamentary Standing Committees for the prestigious honour. Rajya Sabha MP Medha Kulkarni was among the awardees. The Sansad Ratna Awards were instituted in 2010 by the Prime Point Foundation to recognise outstanding performance by Indian MPs and Parliamentary Standing Committees — based on attendance, debates, and private member bills.
Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Playoffs feature four teams. Which team sealed the last playoff spot by defeating Mumbai Indians?
Correct Answer: B. Rajasthan Royals
Rajasthan Royals sealed the last playoff spot for IPL 2026 after defeating Mumbai Indians. The four qualified teams for the IPL 2026 Playoffs are: Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Rajasthan Royals. The IPL is India's top-tier T20 franchise league, organised by the BCCI. The IPL was launched in 2008 and is the world's most-watched T20 league.
The BHAVYA Scheme, with a total financial outlay of ₹33,660 crore, aims to build how many world-class industrial parks across India?
Correct Answer: D. 100 parks
The Union Government released detailed guidelines for the BHAVYA Scheme — which aims to build 100 world-class industrial parks across pan-India. The guidelines were announced by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) with a total financial outlay of ₹33,660 crore. DPIIT functions under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The scheme is part of India's broader manufacturing and infrastructure push.