🔥 20 September 2025 – Top Current Affairs MCQs | Daily GK for Competitive Exams | #177

Introductory Snapshot – 20 September 2025

• Bullet Train Tunnel Breakthrough: A major milestone has been achieved in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project. The Maharashtra stretch’s NATM (New Austrian Tunnelling Method) tunnel is set to break through on 20 September, signalling progress in this flagship infrastructure work. 

• India-Canada Relations Reset: India and Canada have initiated steps to revive and strengthen their bilateral ties. Senior officials from both countries recently held consultations to map out cooperation in various sectors. 

• Telangana Bathukamma Festival Plans Launched: At the Travel & Tourism Fair in Hyderabad, Telangana Tourism revealed grand plans for Bathukamma 2025. The festival, scheduled from 21-30 September, will feature a floating Bathukamma on Hussainsagar, and visuals inspired by festivals like Rio Carnival, aiming to boost tourism. 

• Farmers Protest in Rajasthan: In Bhilwara, Rajasthan, thousands of farmers under the Congress banner protested demanding compensation for crop losses from excessive monsoon rains. Estimated losses are in the hundreds of crores; they demanded the state government take action. 

• Times Property Expo in Hyderabad: Over 125 property projects will be showcased at the Times Property Expo 2025 on 20-21 September in Gachibowli, Hyderabad. The expo brings together developers, financiers and legal experts for consultations. 

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Daily Current Affairs MCQs – 20 September 2025

1. Which major infrastructure milestone is expected on 20 September 2025?
   A) Inauguration of a new airport in Telangana
   B) Completion of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train’s NATM tunnel section in Maharashtra
   C) Laying the foundation stone for a national port
   D) Launch of a new national highway project
   Answer: B
   Explanation: The NATM-tunnel breakthrough on the Maharashtra portion of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail corridor is scheduled for 20 September. 

2. What bilateral relationship is being “reset” as of 20 September 2025?
   A) India-UK
   B) India-Canada
   C) India-Australia
   D) India-Russia
   Answer: B
   Explanation: Officials from India and Canada met for pre-Foreign Office consultations to revive cooperation across sectors. 

3. When will Bathukamma 2025 be celebrated in Telangana?
   A) 1-9 September
   B) 15-24 September
   C) 21-30 September
   D) 25 September-5 October
   Answer: C
   Explanation: Telangana plans Bathukamma festival from 21 to 30 September with enhanced cultural attractions and events like floating Bathukamma on Hussainsagar. 

4. Which new promotional idea is being used for Bathukamma to draw tourists in 2025?
   A) Light and sound shows in every district
   B) Living museums across Telangana
   C) Floating Bathukamma and visuals inspired by Rio Carnival
   D) Virtual reality festival experiences
   Answer: C
   Explanation: Among the grand plans is the floating Bathukamma on Hussainsagar Lake and adopting visuals similar to the Rio Carnival to enhance appeal. 

5. Why were farmers protesting in Bhilwara, Rajasthan on or around 20 September?
   A) Demand for lower fuel prices
   B) Protest against land acquisition by industries
   C) Demand for crop compensation for monsoon damage
   D) Opposition to new agricultural laws
   Answer: C
   Explanation: Farmers protested due to severe crop losses caused by excessive monsoon rains and demanded the state government compensate them. 

6. What is the Times Property Expo 2025 about?
   A) A music festival turned real estate showcase
   B) Exhibition of residential & commercial property projects, legal & financing consultation
   C) Launch of a new housing scheme by central government
   D) Auction of government land plots
   Answer: B
   Explanation: The property expo in Hyderabad will showcase over 125 residential/commercial projects, with developers, legal and financial advisers interacting with potential buyers. 

7. Which among the following is not part of the events or developments on 20 September 2025 as per the news?
   A) NATM tunnel breakthrough for bullet train
   B) India-Canada trade tensions erupting into tariffs
   C) Bathukamma festival future planning
   D) Farmers’ demands for compensation
   Answer: B
   Explanation: While trade relations are being discussed, the news mentions resetting ties between India and Canada, not a new tariff dispute erupting. 

8. Which state is hosting the property expo “Times Property Expo 2025”?
   A) Maharashtra
   B) Telangana
   C) Gujarat
   D) Karnataka
   Answer: B
   Explanation: Hyderabad, Telangana is the venue for the expo on 20-21 September. 

9. Which river or water body is involved in the Bathukamma festival’s planned floating event?
   A) Godavari River
   B) Hussainsagar Lake
   C) Krishna River
   D) Musi River
   Answer: B
   Explanation: The floating Bathukamma event is planned on Hussainsagar Lake in Hyderabad.

10. What is the approximate estimated crop damage in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, according to the protestors?
    A) ₹50-100 crore
    B) ₹100-150 crore
    C) ₹200-250 crore
    D) ₹300-400 crore
    Answer: D
    Explanation: Protestors estimate the damage in Bhilwara alone to be about ₹300-400 crore.