1. Recently, the United States has conducted a subcritical nuclear test at which place?
Answer: Nevada.
2. Recently, who has won 2024 Italian Open title in the women’s category?
Answer: Iga Swiatek.
3. Which day is observed as National Anti-Terrorism Day annually?
Answer: 21 May.
4. Recently, which Indian created history by becoming the first Indian space tourist?
Answer: Gopi Thotakura.
5. R21/Matrix-M vaccine, recently seen in the news, is developed for the prevention of which disease?
Answer: Malaria.
6. The Bank of Maharashtra maintained its lead in terms of deposit mobilisation growth, with a 15.66% increase in FY24, followed by which bank with 13.12% growth?
Answer: State Bank of India.
7. India’s banking sector hit a historic milestone in FY24, when its net profit crossed Rs 3 lakh crore. Public sector banks recorded a record net profit of Rs 1.4 lakh crore, representing a what percentage increase over the previous year?
Answer: 34%.
8. The Securities and Exchange Board of India revises the market cap calculation method to ensure LODR compliance. What is “D” in LODR?
Answer: Disclosure.
9. Policybazaar launches Claim Assurance to expedite motor insurance claims. Where is the headquarters of Policybazaar?
Answer: Haryana.
10. Which nation’s pharmaceutical company, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, has created the second dengue vaccine that has been prequalified by the World Health Organization (WHO)?
Answer: Japan.
