Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 26 August 2025
Staying updated with current affairs is essential for exams and interviews, as it reflects knowledge of national and global events. Below are the top 10 multiple-choice questions based on today’s significant developments, dated 26 August 2025, along with correct answers and detailed explanations.
1. Which Indian state launched the ‘Aqua Mission 2.0’ to boost inland fisheries on 26 August 2025?
A) Odisha
B) Kerala
C) Andhra Pradesh
D) West Bengal
Answer: C) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation: Andhra Pradesh launched ‘Aqua Mission 2.0’ to strengthen inland aquaculture, provide modern technology support, and enhance fish production for export.
2. Who has been elected as the new President of the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) on 26 August 2025?
A) Deepa Malik
B) Devendra Jhajharia
C) Mariyappan Thangavelu
D) Varun Singh Bhati
Answer: A) Deepa Malik
Explanation: Deepa Malik, India’s first woman Paralympic medalist, was re-elected as the President of PCI, continuing her leadership for the development of para-athletes in India.
3. Which country signed a $2 billion defence deal with India for missile systems on 26 August 2025?
A) France
B) Israel
C) Russia
D) USA
Answer: B) Israel
Explanation: India and Israel signed a $2 billion defence agreement for advanced missile systems to enhance India’s air defence and security infrastructure.
4. Who won the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix 2025 on 26 August 2025?
A) Lewis Hamilton
B) Max Verstappen
C) Charles Leclerc
D) Lando Norris
Answer: B) Max Verstappen
Explanation: Max Verstappen won the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix, continuing his dominance in the Formula 1 season and strengthening his championship lead.
5. Which bank became the first in India to launch a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)-based international remittance service on 26 August 2025?
A) HDFC Bank
B) State Bank of India
C) ICICI Bank
D) Axis Bank
Answer: A) HDFC Bank
Explanation: HDFC Bank introduced a CBDC-based remittance service allowing customers to send money internationally through India’s digital rupee ecosystem.
6. The Union Cabinet approved which scheme on 26 August 2025 to boost semiconductor manufacturing in India?
A) Bharat Chip Mission
B) Digital India Semiconductor Mission 2.0
C) Make in India Electronics Scheme
D) Viksit Bharat Microchip Plan
Answer: B) Digital India Semiconductor Mission 2.0
Explanation: The Cabinet approved Digital India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 with increased incentives to attract global chip manufacturers and make India a hub for semiconductor production.
7. Which space agency launched the ‘Lunar Ice Explorer’ mission on 26 August 2025?
A) ISRO
B) NASA
C) ESA
D) JAXA
Answer: D) JAXA
Explanation: Japan’s space agency JAXA launched the ‘Lunar Ice Explorer’ mission to study water ice on the Moon, aiming to support future human missions.
8. Who has been appointed as the new CEO of NITI Aayog on 26 August 2025?
A) B. V. R. Subrahmanyam
B) Rajiv Kumar
C) Anurag Jain
D) Amitabh Kant
Answer: C) Anurag Jain
Explanation: Anurag Jain took charge as the new CEO of NITI Aayog, succeeding B. V. R. Subrahmanyam, with a focus on accelerating digital economy growth and inclusive development.
9. Which country became the first to introduce a nationwide AI governance law on 26 August 2025?
A) Canada
B) Germany
C) Singapore
D) South Korea
Answer: C) Singapore
Explanation: Singapore became the first country to implement a comprehensive AI governance law to regulate ethical AI use, data privacy, and accountability.
10. Which Indian athlete broke the national record in women’s 400m hurdles on 26 August 2025?
A) Hima Das
B) Priya Mohan
C) Vithya Ramraj
D) Anjali Devi
Answer: C) Vithya Ramraj
Explanation: Vithya Ramraj broke the national record in the women’s 400m hurdles event, surpassing her previous best and qualifying for the 2025 World Athletics Championships.
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