Daily Current Affairs 25 May 2026
Daily current affairs for 25 May 2026 — 15 verified news items across Sports, Economy, International & more, with exam-angle notes, keywords and practice MCQs.
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Sports
Dev Meena Sets New National Pole Vault Record at Federation Cup
Dev Meena set a new national record in pole vault with a jump of 5.45 meters at the Federation Cup, surpassing his training partner Kuldeep Yadav. Both athletes have qualified for the upcoming Commonwealth Games. In the same event, Sreeshankar achieved a leap of 8.08 meters to win the gold medal in long jump.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Who set a new national record in pole vault at the Federation Cup?
- AKuldeep Yadav
- BDev MeenaCorrect
- CSreeshankar
- DNone of the above
Explanation Dev Meena set a new national record in pole vault with a jump of 5.45 meters.
Q2 What was the distance achieved by Sreeshankar in the long jump at the Federation Cup?
- A8.08 metersCorrect
- B5.45 meters
- C7.95 meters
- D8.20 meters
Explanation Sreeshankar achieved a leap of 8.08 meters to win the gold medal in long jump.
Indian Chess Players Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa Compete in Norway Chess 2026
In the 2026 Norway Chess tournament, Indian chess players Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa are leading India's representation, showcasing the country's growing prowess in the global chess arena. Alongside them, Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh are also participating, making a total of four Indian representatives in the event. The tournament is taking place in Norway, often referred to as Carlsen's backyard, highlighting the competitive environment for these young Indian talents.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which Indian chess players are leading India's charge in the 2026 Norway Chess tournament?
- AGukesh and PraggnanandhaaCorrect
- BViswanathan Anand and Koneru Humpy
- CDivya Deshmukh and Viswanathan Anand
- DKoneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh
Explanation Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa are the Indian players leading the charge in the 2026 Norway Chess tournament.
Q2 How many Indian representatives are participating in the 2026 Norway Chess tournament?
- ATwo
- BThree
- CFourCorrect
- DFive
Explanation There are four Indian representatives in the 2026 Norway Chess tournament: Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, Koneru Humpy, and Divya Deshmukh.
Economy
Rahul Gandhi Criticizes PM Modi Over Recent Fuel Price Hike
On May 25, petrol and diesel prices in India were increased by ₹2.61-2.71 per litre. This marks the fourth increase in less than two weeks as state-owned fuel retailers adjust prices in response to rising international oil prices. Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, referring to him as 'Mehangai Manav' in light of the fuel price hikes.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 What was the increase in petrol and diesel prices on May 25, 2026?
- A₹1.50-1.60 per litre
- B₹2.61-2.71 per litreCorrect
- C₹3.00-3.10 per litre
- D₹4.00-4.10 per litre
Explanation The prices were increased by ₹2.61-2.71 per litre on May 25, 2026.
Q2 Who criticized PM Modi over the recent fuel price hike?
- AAmit Shah
- BRahul GandhiCorrect
- CArvind Kejriwal
- DMamata Banerjee
Explanation Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi, referring to him as 'Mehangai Manav'.
Petrol and Diesel Prices Increased for Fourth Time in Two Weeks Across India
Fuel prices in India have been hiked for the fourth time in two weeks, with significant increases in both petrol and diesel rates. In Delhi, petrol now costs ₹102.12 per litre, and diesel is priced at ₹95.20 per litre. The price of diesel has risen by ₹2.71 per litre, while petrol has increased by ₹2.61 per litre. This trend of rising fuel prices is observed across major Indian cities, including Delhi, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What is the current price of petrol in Delhi after the recent hike?
- A₹100.00
- B₹102.12Correct
- C₹95.20
- D₹105.00
Explanation The recent hike has set the petrol price in Delhi at ₹102.12 per litre.
Q2 By how much has the diesel price increased per litre in the recent hike?
- A₹2.00
- B₹2.61
- C₹2.71Correct
- D₹3.00
Explanation The diesel price has increased by ₹2.71 per litre.
International
India Issues Travel Advisory for Congo, Uganda, South Sudan Amid Ebola Outbreak
On May 23, 2026, the Indian government issued a travel advisory urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan due to an Ebola outbreak. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of the virus, with a reported death toll of 216 and a total of 968 cases, including both suspected and confirmed. This advisory is part of efforts to prevent the spread of the virus and protect public health.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which countries has India advised against non-essential travel to due to the Ebola outbreak?
- ACongo, Uganda, South SudanCorrect
- BKenya, Tanzania, Rwanda
- CNigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast
- DEthiopia, Somalia, Djibouti
Explanation India issued a travel advisory for Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan due to the Ebola outbreak.
Q2 As of May 23, 2026, what is the reported death toll from the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola?
- A150
- B216Correct
- C300
- D400
Explanation The reported death toll from the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola is 216.
H1-B Visa Overhaul: 38.5% Drop in Registrations Affects Indian IT Firms
Marco Rubio claims that the H1-B visa overhauls are part of a global modernization effort and are not specifically targeting India. However, the data indicates a 38.5% drop in H1-B visa registrations, significantly impacting India's top IT firms, which are losing thousands of approvals. Additionally, new Green Card rules are compelling workers to leave the United States, suggesting that the changes may disproportionately affect Indian workers.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What percentage drop in H1-B visa registrations is reported?
- A25%
- B38.5%Correct
- C50%
- D10%
Explanation The report indicates a 38.5% drop in H1-B visa registrations.
Q2 Who claims that the H1-B visa overhauls are not targeted at India?
- AJoe Biden
- BMarco RubioCorrect
- CNarendra Modi
- DKamala Harris
Explanation Marco Rubio insists that the H1-B visa overhauls are not aimed at India.
National
Supreme Court Rejects Plea Against Ballot Papers in Punjab Local Body Polls
The Supreme Court of India has rejected a plea challenging the use of ballot papers instead of electronic voting machines (EVMs) for the upcoming local body elections in Punjab. The decision was made by a bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice Vipul Pancholi. The court stated that an 'unwise choice' does not warrant halting the election process. This ruling allows the Punjab local body polls to proceed with the traditional ballot paper method.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which court rejected the plea challenging the use of ballot papers in Punjab local body polls?
- APunjab High Court
- BSupreme Court of IndiaCorrect
- CDelhi High Court
- DAllahabad High Court
Explanation The Supreme Court of India rejected the plea challenging the use of ballot papers.
Q2 What was the alternative to ballot papers that was challenged in the Punjab local body polls?
- APostal ballots
- BElectronic Voting Machines (EVMs)Correct
- COnline voting
- DProxy voting
Explanation The plea challenged the use of ballot papers instead of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).
Supreme Court Criticizes NTA Over 2024 NEET Paper Leak Compliance
The Supreme Court has criticized the National Testing Agency (NTA) for not learning lessons from previous incidents, following the 2024 NEET paper leak. The court has directed the NTA to file a compliance affidavit concerning the court-appointed monitoring committee's directives. This development highlights ongoing concerns about the integrity of the examination process and the effectiveness of measures taken by the NTA to prevent such leaks.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What did the Supreme Court criticize the NTA for in relation to the 2024 NEET paper leak?
- ANot learning lessons from previous incidentsCorrect
- BIncreasing examination fees
- CReducing the number of examination centers
- DChanging the examination pattern
Explanation The Supreme Court criticized the NTA for not learning lessons from previous incidents following the 2024 NEET paper leak.
Q2 What did the Supreme Court ask the NTA to file in relation to the 2024 NEET paper leak?
- AA new examination schedule
- BA compliance affidavitCorrect
- CA list of examination centers
- DA report on student performance
Explanation The Supreme Court asked the NTA to file a compliance affidavit concerning the court-appointed monitoring committee's directives.
CJI Orders Fair Probe in Twisha Sharma Death Case
Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, has mandated a fair and independent investigation into the Twisha Sharma death case. The Supreme Court emphasized that the case will reach a 'logical conclusion'. Additionally, CJI Surya Kant urged both Twisha Sharma's family and the accused, Samarth Singh and Giribala Singh, to refrain from making public statements regarding the case.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 Who ordered a fair and independent investigation in the Twisha Sharma death case?
- APrime Minister of India
- BChief Justice of India, Surya KantCorrect
- CHome Minister of India
- DPresident of India
Explanation CJI Surya Kant ordered the investigation.
Q2 What did CJI Surya Kant urge Twisha Sharma's family and the accused to do?
- AMake public statements
- BRefrain from making public statementsCorrect
- CLeave the country
- DSettle the case out of court
Explanation CJI Surya Kant urged them to refrain from making public statements.
Eid al-Adha 2026 Celebrated on Different Dates in India and Kashmir
In 2026, Eid al-Adha will be celebrated on different dates in India. While the majority of India will observe the festival on May 28, Muslims in Kashmir will celebrate it on May 27, aligning with Saudi Arabia's date for the festival. This difference in dates is due to the sighting of the crescent moon, which determines the start of the festival. Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, is a significant Islamic festival commemorating the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 On which date will Eid al-Adha be celebrated in Kashmir in 2026?
- AMay 26
- BMay 27Correct
- CMay 28
- DMay 29
Explanation In 2026, Eid al-Adha will be celebrated in Kashmir on May 27, aligning with Saudi Arabia.
Q2 Why is Eid al-Adha celebrated on different dates in Kashmir and the rest of India in 2026?
- ADue to different time zones
- BBased on the sighting of the crescent moonCorrect
- CBecause of a government decision
- DDue to cultural differences
Explanation The difference in Eid al-Adha dates is due to the sighting of the crescent moon.
Science & Tech
China's DeepSeek Announces Permanent 75% Price Cut on V4-Pro AI Model
China's DeepSeek has announced a permanent 75% price reduction on its flagship V4-Pro AI model. The company has not disclosed whether this decision is linked to an increased supply of Huawei’s Ascend 950 chips. This significant price cut is expected to make the V4-Pro model more accessible to a broader range of customers, potentially increasing its market share in the AI technology sector.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 What is the percentage of the price cut announced by DeepSeek on its V4-Pro AI model?
- A50%
- B60%
- C75%Correct
- D80%
Explanation DeepSeek announced a permanent 75% price reduction on its V4-Pro AI model.
Q2 Which company's chips are associated with DeepSeek's V4-Pro AI model?
- AIntel
- BAMD
- CQualcomm
- DHuaweiCorrect
Explanation The V4-Pro AI model is associated with Huawei’s Ascend 950 chips.
Bengaluru Startup Pronto Faces Privacy Concerns Over Filming Cleaners
Pronto, a Bengaluru-based startup, has admitted to filming cleaners in homes as part of a pilot project to train its physical AI systems. This revelation has sparked a significant privacy debate among customers who are concerned about the implications of such data tracking. The company's CEO, Anjali Sardana, is at the center of this controversy as the public questions the ethical boundaries of using personal spaces for AI training purposes.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What is the primary concern regarding Pronto's recent pilot project?
- AEnvironmental impact
- BPrivacy concernsCorrect
- CFinancial instability
- DTechnological inefficiency
Explanation Pronto's pilot project of filming cleaners has raised significant privacy concerns among customers.
Q2 Who is the CEO of Pronto, the startup involved in the privacy debate?
- AAnjali SardanaCorrect
- BRatan Tata
- CSundar Pichai
- DSatya Nadella
Explanation Anjali Sardana is the CEO of Pronto, the startup at the center of the privacy debate.
Tamil Nadu
Criticism of TVK Government Over Law and Order in Tamil Nadu
Udhayanidhi Stalin and the BJP have criticized the TVK government in Tamil Nadu for its handling of law and order. Stalin highlighted that the state witnessed 25 murders, four double murders, and 19 sexual assaults in the past 15 days. Meanwhile, BJP's Nagenthran accused the Chief Minister of neglecting law and order in favor of publicity, attributing it to his inexperience.
Source The Hindu
Practice MCQs
Q1 Who criticized the TVK government for its handling of law and order in Tamil Nadu?
- AUdhayanidhi StalinCorrect
- BRahul Gandhi
- CNarendra Modi
- DAmit Shah
Explanation Udhayanidhi Stalin criticized the TVK government for the law and order situation in Tamil Nadu.
Q2 What did Udhayanidhi Stalin highlight about the law and order situation in Tamil Nadu?
- AEconomic growth
- BPublic health issues
- CMurders and sexual assaultsCorrect
- DEducational reforms
Explanation Stalin highlighted 25 murders, four double murders, and 19 sexual assaults in the past 15 days.
Environment
Yamuna Water Levels Drop, Causing 25% Water Supply Cuts in Delhi
The water levels in the Yamuna River have fallen below a critical mark, leading to significant disruptions in water supply across Delhi. This has affected the operations of the Wazirabad and Chandrawal treatment plants, resulting in up to 25% water supply cuts in areas such as Patel Nagar, Dwarka, and Paschim Vihar. The situation is exacerbated by the ongoing heatwave, increasing the demand for water in the city.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 What percentage of water supply cuts have been reported in Delhi due to falling Yamuna water levels?
- A10%
- B15%
- C20%
- D25%Correct
Explanation The water supply has been cut by up to 25% in certain areas of Delhi.
Q2 Which treatment plants in Delhi have been affected by the falling Yamuna water levels?
- AWazirabad and ChandrawalCorrect
- BPatel Nagar and Dwarka
- CPaschim Vihar and Patel Nagar
- DDwarka and Paschim Vihar
Explanation The Wazirabad and Chandrawal treatment plants have been disrupted due to the falling water levels.
IMD Issues Red Heatwave Alerts for Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for severe heatwave conditions in several states, including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra. The maximum temperature reached 47.2°C in Brahmapuri, Maharashtra. These extreme temperatures are expected to persist until 31 May, affecting multiple regions across India.
Source Livemint
Practice MCQs
Q1 Which Indian state recorded the highest temperature during the recent heatwave?
- AUttar Pradesh
- BMadhya Pradesh
- CMaharashtraCorrect
- DDelhi
Explanation Maharashtra's Brahmapuri recorded the highest temperature of 47.2°C.
Q2 Until when are the extreme temperatures expected to persist according to the IMD?
- A28 May
- B29 May
- C30 May
- D31 MayCorrect
Explanation The IMD predicts extreme temperatures until 31 May.
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