[1]. Recently, Exercise Harimau Shakti-2025 began at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan to enhance joint counter-terrorist capabilities and strengthen defence cooperation. This exercise is conducted between India and which other country?

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[2]. Recently, the Lok Sabha passed the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025, which creates a legal framework to levy a special cess on pan masala to improve public health and strengthen national security. What is the basis on which this cess will be computed?

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[3]. Recently, a former president of Honduras convicted of drug trafficking walked free from a US prison after receiving a pardon. Honduras is a Central American nation with diverse terrain and rich biodiversity. Which sea lies to the north of Honduras?

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[4]. Recently, the government informed the Rajya Sabha that India’s performance on 26 key global indices is being reviewed under the Global Indices for Reforms and Growth framework. Which organisation serves as the central coordinator for this framework?

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[5]. Recently, Exercise EKUVERIN commenced in Thiruvananthapuram as a bilateral military exercise symbolising friendship and cooperation. Between which two countries is Exercise EKUVERIN conducted?

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[6]. Recently, the government reported progress under the National River Conservation Plan, noting that the Mula–Mutha pollution control project is about 65% complete. The Mula and Mutha rivers meet in Pune to form the Mula–Mutha River. At which location do these two rivers converge?

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[7]. Who received the Paulos Mar Gregorios Award 2025?

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[8]. Recently, Chhattisgarh began upgrading the Sirpur archaeological site with digital exhibits and visitor facilities as part of its bid for UNESCO World Heritage status. On the banks of which river is Sirpur located?

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[9]. Recently, an unprecedented marine heatwave caused severe coral bleaching at the UNESCO-listed Ningaloo Reef, destroying nearly 70% of its corals. In which country is the Ningaloo Reef located?

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[10]. Recently, the Indian Navy received Taragiri, a new stealth frigate that represents a major milestone in indigenous naval shipbuilding. Under which project was the Taragiri frigate constructed?

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[11]. Recently, India launched Operation Sagar Bandhu to provide specialised rescue teams and humanitarian assistance after Cyclone Ditwah. Which country received this emergency support from India?

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[12]. Recently, Finn’s Weaver Bird has been in the news because its population is rapidly declining in the Terai region. Which of the following statements about Finn’s Weaver is correct?

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