This is the current affairs 24 & 25 March 2026. Here are questions and answers of daily current affairs for better preparation of competitive exams for government jobs.
1. In which Indian city was the country’s first gas vending machine (LPG ATM) launched?
a. Ghaziabad
b. Faridabad
c. Greater Noida
d. Gurugram
Answer: d. Gurugram
– It was launched by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) at Central Park Flower Valley, Sector 33, in the Sohna area of Gurugram.
– This is a pilot project of BPCL.
– It has been named ‘Bharat Gas Insta LPG’.
– It is the first automated system of this kind in North India, which operates 24 hours.
– The impact of the ongoing war in the Middle East has now started affecting kitchens in India.
– India imports around 60% of its LPG requirement.
– Due to disruptions in the supply chain, gas supply is being affected.
– Delays in gas shipments and panic booking have increased the demand for gas cylinders.
– To address these issues, the LPG ATM has been introduced.
– It works like a regular ATM.
– It dispenses lightweight composite cylinders.
– These are easier for women and elderly people to handle.
– Currently, 10 kg cylinders are being provided.
How does the machine work?
– Enter your registered mobile number on the screen.
Verify your identity using the OTP received on your mobile.
– Scan the QR code or barcode on your empty cylinder.
– The machine checks whether the cylinder is valid.
– After successful verification, a window opens.
– Place your empty cylinder in the slot.
– The machine automatically checks purity and weight and pulls it inside.
– Pay for the gas using UPI on the screen.
– After successful payment, a sealed filled cylinder is dispensed.
– The entire process takes 2–3 minutes.
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2. Reservation for women in Parliament before the 2029 elections
– A major plan by the Modi government
– Total seats may increase to 816, out of which 273 seats will be reserved for women
Will the entire electoral equation change?
– A major transformation is expected in Indian politics.
– The central government is moving rapidly regarding the Women’s Reservation Act, 2023.
– According to The Hindu, the government is preparing to implement this law before the 2029 Lok Sabha elections through a constitutional amendment bill.
What is the government’s new plan?
– The 2011 Census will be used as the basis for implementing reservation in the 2029 elections
– Total parliamentary seats may increase to 816
Out of these, 273 seats will be reserved for women
– This reservation will also apply to state legislative assemblies
– Women’s participation will increase to one-third
Why is an amendment required?
– The 2023 law required a new Census followed by delimitation before implementation
– The 2021 Census was delayed due to COVID
– The government now wants to fast-track the process
Consultations with opposition
– A constitutional amendment requires a two-thirds majority
– Home Minister Amit Shah held meetings with opposition leaders including Supriya Sule, Asaduddin Owaisi, and Arvind Sawant
– Some parties like TMC and Left parties did not attend
Opposition strategy
– Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge held discussions with Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra
– The opposition is also deciding its stance
Major political impact
– The 2029 election dynamics may change completely
A large number of new women leaders will emerge
Many existing leaders may lose their seats
Candidate selection and alliances will change significantly
– This move could redefine the 2029 elections
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3. According to scientists, 11 new moons have been discovered in Saturn’s orbit; what is the total number now?
a. 280
b. 285
c. 283
d. 275
Answer: b. 285 (as per Minor Planet Center report)
– A new race has begun in space — the race of moons!
Jupiter and Saturn are competing
– In 2023, Jupiter overtook Saturn But soon Saturn regained the lead
Total moons
– Saturn = 285 moons (rank 1)
– Jupiter = 101 moons
Total moons in the solar system = 442
Reason: Technology
– These moons existed but were not visible earlier
They are very small (~3 km), distant, and faint
Nature of these moons
– They are irregular satellites (captured objects)
Earlier asteroids captured by gravity
Characteristics
– Very small size
– Distant orbits
– Highly inclined and elongated orbits
– Many are retrograde (opposite direction)
Future possibility
– Missions like Europa Clipper and JUICE may discover more moons of Jupiter
Solar system moon distribution
– Mercury: 0
– Venus: 0
– Earth: 1
– Mars: 2
– Jupiter: 101
– Saturn: 285
– Uranus: 28
– Neptune: 16
Dwarf planets
– Ceres: 0
– Pluto: 5
– Eris: 1
– Haumea: 2
– Makemake: 1
Discovery
– 4 moons of Jupiter and 11 of Saturn discovered
Confirmed by Minor Planet Center in 2026.
Origin
– Captured during early solar system formation
Likely fragments of larger bodies
Definition of dwarf planet (IAU 2006)
– Orbits the Sun
– Not a satellite
– Nearly spherical
– Has not cleared its orbit
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4. According to the Global Terrorism Index (GTI) 2026, what is India’s ranking?
a. 11
b. 13
c. 15
d. 17
Answer: b. 13
– India was earlier ranked 11th
Over 142 incidents and 100+ deaths recorded in 2025
Terror incidents reduced by 43%
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5. Which country was the most terrorism-affected in GTI 2026?
a. Pakistan
b. Afghanistan
c. Syria
d. Iraq
Answer: a. Pakistan
– Published by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP)
– Based on data from 163 countries
– Pakistan ranked first with a score of 8.57
– Recorded 1,139 deaths, 1,045 attacks, 1,595 injuries, and 655 kidnappings
Deadliest organizations
– Islamic State (IS)
– JNIM
– TTP
– Al-Shabaab
Top 10 countries
– Pakistan
– Burkina Faso
– Niger
– Nigeria
– Mali
– Syria
– Somalia
– DR Congo
– Cambodia
– Israel
Western countries
– 42% of terror-related cases involve youth due to online radicalization
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6. What is the theme of Bihar Day (March 22), 2026?
a. Emerging Bihar, Shining Bihar
b. Our Developed Bihar 2047
c. Advanced Bihar, Bright Bihar
d. Proud to be Bihari
Answer: c. Advanced Bihar, Bright Bihar
– 114th foundation day celebrated
– Observed from March 22–24
– Started in 2010
– Bihar became a separate state on March 22, 1912
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7. Who became the first woman to score a century in her debut T20 International?
a. Proscovia Alako
b. Karen Rolton
c. Fanny Uwagushimaninde
d. Marvelous Uwase
Answer: c. Fanny Uwagushimaninde (Nigeria)
– Scored 111 off 65 balls vs Ghana
– Also the youngest centurion (15 years 223 days)
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8. Which state launched the Indiramma Family Life Insurance Scheme?
a. Telangana
b. Bihar
c. Kerala
d. Jharkhand
Answer: a. Telangana
– Announced in Budget 2026–27
– Covers 1.15 crore families
– ₹5 lakh insurance coverage
– Universal coverage without discrimination
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9. Shaheed Diwas (March 23) commemorates which revolutionaries?
a. Ram Prasad Bismil, Chandrashekhar Azad, Rajguru
b. Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru
c. Chandrashekhar Azad, Sukhdev, Subhas Bose
d. Sukhdev and B.R. Ambedkar
Answer: b. Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru
– Executed on March 23, 1931, in Lahore
Remembered nationwide as Martyrs’ Day
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10. Who became the Chief of North Korea for the third time?
a. Kim Yo Jong
b. Lim Yul-chul
c. Kim Jong Un
d. Heejin Kim
Answer: c. Kim Jong Un
– Re-elected as Chairman of State Affairs Commission (March 23, 2026)
– Decision taken by Supreme People’s Assembly
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11. In which state was the Mulgao Kelbai Peth Festival held in March 2026?
a. Karnataka
b. Assam
c. Goa
d. Maharashtra
Answer: c. Goa
– Celebrated in Bicholim, Goa
– A cultural festival honoring Goddess Kelbai
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