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Aviation
APAC-AIG Meeting in India
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) under the Ministry of Civil Aviation will organize India’s first-ever Asia Pacific Accident Investigation Group (APAC-AIG) meeting and workshop to enhance regional cooperation in aviation safety investigations.
Railways
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Railway Station
The renamed Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar station (formerly Aurangabad) falls under the Nanded Division of South Central Railway. The renaming reflects regional pride in Maratha heritage, honoring Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.
Environment
Uttarakhand Green Tax – ANPR System
Uttarakhand’s upcoming green tax initiative will use Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras with automatic digital deduction for real-time tax collection. This ensures transparency and minimizes evasion in eco-sensitive zones.
Judiciary
Justice Surya Kant – 53rd CJI
Justice Surya Kant from Haryana has been recommended as the 53rd Chief Justice of India. He will be the first person from Haryana to hold this position, succeeding CJI Bhushan R. Gavai after being elevated to SC in 2019.
Pension & Finance
NPS/UPS – LC75 & BLC Options
The government has extended LC75 and BLC investment options under NPS (National Pension System) and UPS (Unified Pension Scheme) to Central Government employees, enabling more flexible and personalized retirement investment strategies.
International
East Timor – 11th ASEAN Member
East Timor (Timor-Leste) became the 11th member of ASEAN under President José Ramos-Horta. This marks a significant milestone for the young nation, strengthening Southeast Asian regional cooperation and integration.
Technology
CR450 – World’s Fastest Bullet Train
China’s CR450, the world’s fastest bullet train reaching 453 km/h, will run commercially on the Shanghai–Chengdu corridor. This represents a major technological leap in global high-speed rail innovation.
Business & Economy
Reliance–Meta AI Joint Venture
Reliance Industries and Meta Platforms launched a ₹855 crore joint venture named Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL). Objective: develop enterprise-grade AI solutions focusing on automation, analytics, and generative AI for businesses.
Banking & Finance
RBI HaRBInger 2025 Hackathon
RBI’s HaRBInger 2025 global hackathon theme: “Secure Banking through Identity, Integrity, and Inclusivity”. The Innovation for Transformation initiative promotes secure and innovative fintech solutions in the banking sector.
Science & Awards
Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025
Prof. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar received the Vigyan Ratna (Lifetime Achievement) under Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 for his pioneering work in Physics. The awards celebrated contributions across 13 scientific disciplines.
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Which organization will host India’s first APAC-AIG meeting?
Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)
Under Ministry of Civil Aviation
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Which railway division does Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar station belong to?
Nanded Division
South Central Railway; formerly Aurangabad
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Justice Surya Kant (53rd CJI) hails from which state?
Haryana
First person from Haryana to become CJI
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East Timor became which numbered member of ASEAN?
11th Member
Under President José Ramos-Horta
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What is the top speed of China’s CR450 bullet train?
453 km/h
World’s fastest; Shanghai–Chengdu corridor
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What is the name of Reliance–Meta’s AI joint venture?
Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL)
₹855 crore; enterprise-grade AI solutions
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Who received Vigyan Ratna under Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025?
Prof. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar
Lifetime Achievement in Physics
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What technology will Uttarakhand use for green tax collection?
ANPR Cameras
Automatic Number Plate Recognition with digital deduction
Think & Discuss
High-Speed Rail & Infrastructure: Lessons for India from China’s CR450
Context from today’s quiz: China’s CR450 bullet train reaching 453 km/h on the Shanghai–Chengdu corridor represents the cutting edge of high-speed rail technology. Meanwhile, India continues development of its own high-speed rail projects, including the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
High-speed rail has transformed connectivity in countries like China, Japan, and France, reducing travel times dramatically and spurring economic development. India’s bullet train project has faced delays and cost escalations, raising questions about the feasibility and priority of such mega-infrastructure investments.
Should India prioritize high-speed rail development, or would resources be better spent upgrading existing railway infrastructure?
Should India prioritize high-speed rail development, or would resources be better spent upgrading existing railway infrastructure?
- What economic and environmental benefits could high-speed rail bring to India’s major corridors?
- How can India balance aspirational mega-projects with the immediate need to improve safety and capacity on existing routes?
- Should technology transfer agreements (like with Japan for Mumbai-Ahmedabad) be prioritized to build domestic manufacturing capabilities?
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your perspective in the comments.
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