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Culture & Heritage
UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage from India
India’s UNESCO-recognised ritual theatres include Kutiyattam, Mudiyettu, Ramman, and Ramlila. Kutiyattam from Kerala is one of the oldest surviving theatre traditions in the world.
Technology
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)
AVAS will be mandatory in India to make silent electric vehicles audible to pedestrians. The system emits artificial sounds at low speeds to enhance road safety.
Infrastructure
India-Bhutan Rail Connectivity
The first-ever India-Bhutan rail projects are Kokrajhar–Gelephu and Banarhat–Samtse. These will boost trade, tourism, and people-to-people connectivity between the two nations.
International Trade
European Free Trade Association (EFTA)
EFTA comprises Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. India signed a Free Trade Agreement with EFTA in 2024, separate from the European Union.
Digital Finance
RBI’s New 2FA Guidelines
RBI’s updated two-factor authentication rules move away from SMS-based OTPs toward more secure alternatives like biometrics, tokens, and risk-based authentication.
Banking
SIDBI’s Outstanding Asset Quality
SIDBI (Small Industries Development Bank of India) reported exceptional asset quality in FY25 with Gross NPA at 0.04% and Net NPA at nil.
Agriculture
India’s Dairy Dominance
India is the world’s largest milk producer, contributing approximately 25% (one-fourth) of global milk production. Over 8 crore farmers are engaged in the dairy sector.
Business
Sony Pictures Networks India Leadership
Gaurav Banerjee has been appointed MD & CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India (Culver Max Entertainment) till 2029. Sibaji Biswas and Ritesh Khosla are the new whole-time directors.
Entertainment
International Emmy Nominations 2025
Diljit Dosanjh received a Best Actor nomination at International Emmys 2025 for ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’, directed by Imtiaz Ali. The film also got a TV movie/mini-series nomination.
Defence
BSF’s AI-Powered Command Centre
BSF launched a new AI and GIS-based Decision Support System (DSS) that integrates sensor data to predict smuggling routes and infiltration hotspots along India’s borders.
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Which Indian ritual theatre is UNESCO-recognised Intangible Heritage?
Kutiyattam
Also: Mudiyettu, Ramman, Ramlila
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Which four countries are members of EFTA?
Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland
Not part of European Union
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What is India’s share in global milk production?
One-fourth (25%)
World’s largest milk producer
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What was SIDBI’s Gross NPA in FY25?
0.04%
Net NPA was nil
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Which rail line is part of first India-Bhutan connectivity project?
Kokrajhar–Gelephu
Also: Banarhat–Samtse
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RBI’s new 2FA guidelines replace which traditional method?
SMS-based OTPs
New: Biometrics, tokens, risk-based auth
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Who is the new MD & CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India?
Gaurav Banerjee
Appointed till 2029
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For which film did Diljit Dosanjh get an International Emmy nomination?
Amar Singh Chamkila
Directed by Imtiaz Ali (Netflix)
Think & Discuss
AI in Border Security: Balancing Technology and Human Judgment
Context from today’s quiz: The Border Security Force (BSF) has launched an AI and GIS-based Decision Support System (DSS) that integrates sensor feeds and data analytics to predict smuggling routes and infiltration hotspots along India’s borders.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
As India increasingly integrates artificial intelligence into border security operations, it opens up important questions about the future of national defence, privacy implications, and the role of human decision-making in sensitive security matters.
Should AI systems be given autonomous decision-making authority in border security, or should they remain strictly advisory tools for human personnel?
Should AI systems be given autonomous decision-making authority in border security, or should they remain strictly advisory tools for human personnel?
- What are the potential risks of over-reliance on AI predictions in security operations?
- How can we ensure accountability when AI systems are involved in border security decisions?
- What safeguards should be in place to prevent misuse of surveillance technologies while maintaining national security?
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