Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 18 August 2025
The current affairs of 18 August 2025 cover a range of updates from government initiatives, international relations, economic reforms, sports, and technology. These are crucial for aspirants of competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, Defence, and State PSCs. Below are 10 multiple-choice questions with answers and detailed explanations.
1. Which ministry launched the “National Clean Rivers Mission” on 18 August 2025?
A) Ministry of Jal Shakti
B) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
C) Ministry of Urban Development
D) Ministry of Agriculture
Answer: A) Ministry of Jal Shakti
Explanation: The National Clean Rivers Mission was launched to integrate river rejuvenation, wastewater management, and biodiversity conservation under one framework.
2. India signed an MoU with which country on 18 August 2025 for collaboration in quantum technology?
A) USA
B) Israel
C) UK
D) Germany
Answer: B) Israel
Explanation: India and Israel agreed to strengthen research and development in quantum computing, secure communications, and AI applications.
3. Which state launched the “One Student, One Skill” initiative on 18 August 2025?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Gujarat
D) Odisha
Answer: C) Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat introduced the initiative to ensure every student acquires at least one vocational skill before completing higher education.
4. Who won the Men’s Singles title at the Canada Open Badminton 2025 on 18 August?
A) Viktor Axelsen
B) Lakshya Sen
C) Kento Momota
D) Loh Kean Yew
Answer: B) Lakshya Sen
Explanation: India’s Lakshya Sen clinched the men’s singles title, continuing his strong form on the international badminton circuit.
5. Which Indian city hosted the “Global Start-up Summit 2025” on 18 August?
A) Mumbai
B) Bengaluru
C) Hyderabad
D) Pune
Answer: B) Bengaluru
Explanation: Bengaluru hosted the summit with participation from over 50 countries, showcasing India’s role as a global innovation hub.
6. Who was appointed as the new Chairman of SEBI on 18 August 2025?
A) Madhabi Puri Buch
B) Ajay Tyagi
C) T. Rabi Sankar
D) Vikram Limaye
Answer: C) T. Rabi Sankar
Explanation: Former RBI Deputy Governor T. Rabi Sankar was appointed as the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India.
7. Which country launched the world’s largest solar-powered desalination plant on 18 August 2025?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) UAE
C) Qatar
D) Egypt
Answer: A) Saudi Arabia
Explanation: Saudi Arabia inaugurated the facility to provide clean water sustainably, reducing dependence on fossil-fuel-powered desalination.
8. India’s first AI-powered traffic management system was inaugurated in which city on 18 August 2025?
A) Delhi
B) Chennai
C) Indore
D) Lucknow
Answer: A) Delhi
Explanation: Delhi introduced AI-based smart traffic lights with real-time monitoring to reduce congestion and road accidents.
9. Which company became the world’s most valuable IT services firm on 18 August 2025?
A) Infosys
B) TCS
C) Accenture
D) Wipro
Answer: B) TCS
Explanation: Tata Consultancy Services surpassed Accenture in market capitalization, becoming the most valuable IT services company globally.
10. The 2025 SAARC Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on 18 August was hosted by which country?
A) India
B) Nepal
C) Sri Lanka
D) Bangladesh
Answer: D) Bangladesh
Explanation: Bangladesh hosted the SAARC meeting in Dhaka, focusing on regional cooperation, climate action, and trade integration.
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