General Knowledge

1. The foundation stone for the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project was recently laid by whom?
Ans. PM Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project. This major nuclear power plant in Rajasthan marks step in India’s energy sector. The project is expected to enhance clean energy production and support economic growth in the region.

6. The Indian Navy will commission its second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), named ..........., at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam.
Ans. Androth, this event marks step in enhancing India’s maritime defence capabilities and reflects the country’s ongoing push for self reliance in defence manufacturing.

# LEAP #
5. Karnataka has introduced which programme to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship across the State?
Ans. The Local Economy Accelerator Programme, this Rs. 1,000 crore initiative focuses on expanding technology ecosystems beyond Bengaluru to Tier 2 and Tier 3 towns. The aim of Govt. is to build infrastructure, provide mentorship and enhance market access for entrepreneurs over the next five years.

4. Which Legendary Kannada writer passes away at the age of 94 in Bengaluru?
Ans. Dr. S. L. Bhyrappa, he was one of India’s most acclaimed and thought-provoking Kannada writers, passed away on 24 September 2025 in Bengaluru at the age of 94. He suffered a cardiac arrest while under treatment for age-related ailments at a private hospital.

Literary Legacy:-
Dr. S. L. Bhyrappa authored over 25 novels, many of which remain central to Kannada literature and have been translated into several Indian and foreign languages. His Most Notable Works:-
1. Vamshavruksha
2. Parva
3. Daatu
4. Grihabhangaq
5. Aavarana
6. Nayi Neralu
7. Sartha

# PRAGATI #
3. Who chaired the 49th PRAGATI Meeting?
Ans. PM Narendra Modi on 24th September, 2025 chaired the 49th meeting of PRAGATI (an ICT-enabled multi-modal platform designed for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation) to fast-track ₹65,000 crore worth infrastructure projects across 15 States and UTs, urging swift, result-oriented ex*****on.
This initiative connects the Centre and States, aiming to fast-track key development projects, resolve bottlenecks efficiently, and ensure on-time delivery of public assets. At this latest session, the Prime Minister reviewed eight major infrastructure projects in sectors such as Mines, Railways, Water Resources, Industrial Corridors, and Power.

Project Overview:-
The Prime Minister reviewed eight large-scale infrastructure projects that collectively represent a Rs. 65,000 crore investment. These projects are spread across 15 States and UTs, touching diverse geographical and socio-economic regions. The sectors include:-

- Mining projects aimed at boosting resource efficiency
- Railway infrastructure to improve connectivity and logistics
- Water resource projects to enhance irrigation and urban supply
- Industrial corridors to facilitate manufacturing and exports
- Power sector initiatives to meet growing energy demands

# A Mutual Recognition Arrangement #
2. India and Australia signed which arrangement for organic products under the broader India - Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA)?
Ans. A Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA), the agreement was formalized at Vanijya Bhavan, New Delhi, in the presence of top trade and agricultural officials from both countries. This MRA is a significant step toward strengthening organic trade, simplifying certification processes, and enhancing market access for certified organic producers in both nations.

1. TOP 10 TECH CITIES IN THE WORLD 2025:-
Ans. San Francisco Bay Area of United States, with an overall score of 4.5, stands as the largest tech city in the world by 2025, followed by London, Seattle and New York City. Here is the list of top-10 tech cities in the world in 2025:

Rank City Country Overall:-
1. San Francisco Bay Area United States - 4.5
2. London United Kingdom - 4.0
3. Seattle United States - 3.6
4. New York City United States - 3.5
5. Beijing China - 3.5
6. Bengaluru India - 3.4
7. Paris France - 3.4
8. Boston United States - 3.3
9. Dublin Ireland - 3.3
10. Tokyo Japan - 3.2

6. The National Human Rights Commission of India started which programme for September 2025?
Ans. Online Short Term Internship Programme for September 2025. From 896 applicants, 80 students from 21 States and Union Territories were chosen. The two week programme runs from 22 September to 3 October. The aim of this programme is to deepen youth understanding of human rights promotion and protection in India.

# Project Vijayak #
5. What's the Project Vijayak?
Ans. Project Vijayak of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) marked its 15th Raising Day in September 2025 at Kargil, Ladakh. The project has expanded infrastructure in one of the world’s toughest terrains. With investments exceeding Rs 1,200 crore, it has transformed Ladakh’s connectivity and operational preparedness. This milestone marks BRO’s engineering excellence and commitment to national security and regional development.

4. China’s advanced spy ship ................... has reappeared in the Indian Ocean region after 3 years.
Ans. Yuan Wang 5, this development comes amid India’s preparations for a possible hypersonic missile test over the Bay of Bengal. New Delhi is closely monitoring the ship due to its sophisticated satellite and missile tracking capabilities.

3. Winners List of 71st National Film Awards 2025:-
According to the National Film Awards, here are the winners 🏆🎉🏆 list for the 71st National Film Awards:

Category Winner(s) Film(s)
Best Actor: Shah Rukh Khan for 'Japan &
Vikrant Massey for '12th Fail'
Best Actress - Rani Mukerji Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway
Best Supporting Actor - Vijayaraghavan
Muthupettai Somu Bhaskar
Pookkalam
Parking
Best Supporting Actress - Urvashi
Janaki Bodiwala
Ullozhukku
Vash
Best Feature Film - 12th Fail
Best Film in Hindi - Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery
Best Film in Telugu - Bhagavanth Kesari
Best Film in Tamil - Parking
Best Film in Punjabi - Godday Godday Chaa
Best Film in Odia - Pushkara
Best Film in Marathi - Shyamchi Aai
Best Film in Malayalam - Ullozhukku
Best Film in Kannada - Kandeelu: The Ray of Hope
Best Film in Gujarati - Vash
Best Film in Bengali - Deep Fridge
Best Film in Assamese - Rongatapu 1982
Best Direction - Sudipto Sen The Kerala Story
Best Choreography - Vaibhavi Merchant Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
Best Action Direction - Nandu and Prudhvi Hanu-Man
Best Lyrics - Kasarla Shyam Balagam
Best Music Direction - G.V. Prakash Kumar (Songs)Harshavardhan Rameshwar (BGM) VaathiAnimal
Best Male Playback Singer - P.V.N. S. Rohit Baby
Best Female Playback Singer - Shilpa Rao Jawan
Best Cinematography - Prasanthanu Mohapatra The Kerala Story
Best Editing - Midhun Murali Pookkaalam
Best Sound Design - Sachin Sudhakaran, Hariharan Animal
Best Production Design Mohandas 2018 - Everyone is a Hero
Best Make-up - Shrikanth Desai Sam Bahadur
Best Costume Designer - Sachin, Divya, Nidhhi Sam Bahadur
Special Mention
M.R. Radhakrishnan

(Re-recording mixer)

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