1. National News
Q: Which high-level diplomatic engagement did India begin on 15 December 2025?
A: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a three-nation visit to Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman to strengthen strategic and economic ties.
Q: Who was sworn in as the new Chief Information Commissioner of India on 15 December 2025?
A: Raj Kumar Goyal was sworn in as Chief Information Commissioner.
2. International News
Q: Which country became the first to ban social media access for children under 16, effective December 2025?
A: Australia became the first country to ban social media use for children under 16.
Q: What major incident occurred at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on 15 December 2025?
A: At least 12 people were killed in a mass shooting incident at Bondi Beach, Sydney.
3. Business News
Q: What significant foreign investment announcement was made by Amazon regarding India on 15 December 2025?
A: Amazon announced a $35 billion investment in India by 2030 for retail, cloud services, and AI infrastructure.
Q: Which institution allowed NPS subscribers to invest in Gold and Silver ETFs?
A: The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) allowed NPS investments in Gold and Silver ETFs.
4. Persons in News
Q: Who became the first woman President of the Press Club of India in December 2025?
A: Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty was elected as the first woman President of the Press Club of India.
5. Places in News
Q: Which Indian city hosted the final of the Squash World Cup 2025 where India won its historic first title?
A: Chennai hosted the Squash World Cup final where India won the title.
Q: In which Australian city did a mass shooting incident take place on 15 Dec 2025?
A: Sydney (Bondi Beach).
6. Awards and Honours
Q: Which organisation was recognised as India’s Health Agency of 2025 internationally?
A: Brandcare was globally recognised as India’s Health Agency of 2025 by TopFICE.
7. Committees and Commissions
Q: Which Indian statutory position did Raj Kumar Goyal assume on 15 December 2025?
A: He assumed office as the Chief Information Commissioner, integral to the functioning of the Central Information Commission.
8. Sports News
Q: Which historic sports achievement did India accomplish on 14–15 December 2025?
A: India won the WSF Squash World Cup for the first time, defeating Hong Kong in the final.
Q: Which national football tournament began its 2025–26 edition on 15 Dec 2025?
A: The 2025–26 Santosh Trophy football championship commenced on 15 December 2025.
9. State News – Rajasthan
Q: What new health-tech initiative did Rajasthan launch to boost tuberculosis detection?
A: Rajasthan deployed AI-enabled portable X-ray machines to strengthen TB diagnosis in remote areas.
Q: Which young athlete from Jaipur made news on 15 December 2025?
A: 13-year-old Anvi Rathore won the women’s singles gold at the Rajasthan Senior State Badminton Tournament.
10. Abbreviations
Q: What does PFRDA stand for?
A: Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority.
Q: Expand WSF in the context of the World Cup won by India.
A: World Squash Federation.
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