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621. Who has recently appointed as the 53rd Prime Minister of Lebanon?
[A] Amine Gemayel
[B] Bachir Gemayel
[C] Nawaf Abdallah Salim Salam
[D] Suleiman Frangieh
Correct Answer: C [Nawaf Abdallah Salim Salam]
Notes:
In January 2025, Nawaf Abdallah Salim Salam assumed the role of the 53rd Prime Minister of Lebanon. His appointment followed a parliamentary vote in which he garnered 78 out of 128 votes from Members of Parliament. He succeeds the current Prime Minister, Najib Azmi Mikati. At present, Salam holds the position of President at the International Court of Justice located in The Hague, Netherlands.
622. Recently, Donald Trump was sworn in as the _ th President of the United States.
[A] 47th
[B] 48th
[C] 49th
[D] 50th
Correct Answer: A [47th]
Notes:
Donald Trump took the oath of office as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, signifying his return to the White House following a challenging four-year period. The inauguration ceremony, conducted indoors at the Capitol Rotunda due to severe cold weather, represents a remarkable political resurgence in American history. Trump becomes only the second individual, following Grover Cleveland in 1893, to reclaim the presidency after having previously lost it. At the age of 78, he also surpasses Joe Biden as the oldest individual to assume the presidency.
623. Which company has recently announced the appointment of Ambarish Kenghe as its Group Chief Executive Officer?
[A] L&T Finance
[B] Bajaj Finance
[C] Morgan Stanley
[D] Angel One
Correct Answer: D [Angel One]
Notes:
Angel One, a prominent financial services platform in India, has declared the appointment of Ambarish Kenghe as its Group Chief Executive Officer, starting in March 2025. Kenghe brings extensive expertise in fintech, technology, and e-commerce, positioning him to lead Angel One amid increasing competition and swift changes within the financial services sector. His professional career encompasses more than twenty years, during which he has occupied significant positions in fintech, strategic consulting, and technology-oriented fields.
624. Who has been appointed as the CEO and Managing Director of Zurich Kotak General Insurance?
[A] Alok Kumar Agarwal
[B] Sanjiv Ranjan
[C] Narendra Joshi
[D] Abhinandan Kumar
Correct Answer: A [Alok Kumar Agarwal]
Notes:
Alok Kumar Agarwal will take on the role of CEO and Managing Director at Zurich Kotak General Insurance starting January 1, 2025. He has 22 years of experience at ICICI Lombard, where he held important leadership roles, giving him strong knowledge in corporate and government insurance. He replaces Suresh Agarwal in this position.
625. Who was recently sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court?
[A] Justice Surya Kant
[B] Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya
[C] Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai
[D] Justice Hrishikesh Roy
Correct Answer: B [Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya]
Notes:
Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya was sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court in a formal ceremony. The oath was administered by Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena at the Raj Niwas, with notable attendees including Delhi Chief Minister Atishi and other judges from the Delhi High Court. This occasion marks a significant achievement in Justice Upadhyaya’s esteemed legal career, showcasing his contributions to the judiciary and his leadership position.
626. Who has recently appointed as the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court?
[A] Justice Alok Aradhe
[B] Justice Abhay.S. Oka
[C] Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai
[D] Justice Hrishikesh Roy
Correct Answer: B [Justice Alok Aradhe]
Notes:
The central government has issued a notification confirming the appointments of Justice Alok Aradhe as the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court and Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya as the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. These transfers aim to strengthen judicial leadership in two of India’s busiest high courts. Justice Alok Aradhe, who is 60 years old, started his legal career in 1988. With more than thirty years of experience, he has earned a solid reputation in the Indian judiciary, especially for dealing with complicated legal issues.
627. Who has been elected the President of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India for 2025?
[A] Pawan G Chandak
[B] Sanjay Kumar
[C] Ramakrishnan
[D] Dhananjay Shukla
Correct Answer: D [Dhananjay Shukla]
Notes:
Dhananjay Shukla has been chosen as the President of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India for 2025, with Pawan G Chandak taking the role of Vice President. Shukla brings over 20 years of experience in corporate law and taxation and has previously held the position of Vice President at ICSI, along with other important roles. The election results were announced on January 19, 2025.
628. Who has recently been appointed as the Additional Director General (ADG) of the Border Security Force (BSF)?
[A] Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal
[B] Venkatesh Prasad
[C] Sanjay Gupta
[D] Ajay Joshi
Correct Answer: A [Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal]
Notes:
Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal, an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from the 1994 batch and part of the Tamil Nadu cadre, has been named the Additional Director General (ADG) of the Border Security Force (BSF). The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced this appointment on January 19, 2025. Aggarwal will hold this position for four years from when he takes charge or until further notice, whichever comes first.
629. Who has recently been appointed as Executive Director and CEO of Reliance Power?
[A] Neeraj Parakh
[B] Ashok Pai
[C] Umesh Yadav
[D] Sudarshan Rao
Correct Answer: A [Neeraj Parakh]
Notes:
Reliance Power Limited has named Neeraj Parakh as its Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), starting January 20, 2025, for a period of three years, pending shareholder approval. Neeraj Parakh brings over 29 years of experience and has played a key role in managing significant power and renewable energy projects within the Reliance Group.
630. Who has recently appointed as the first woman to serve as NASA’s Acting Administrator?
[A] Ana Maria Guerrero
[B] Janet E. Petro
[C] Heidi Herman
[D] Jackie Lyra
Correct Answer: B [Janet E. Petro]
Notes:
The United Nations has designated 2025 as the International Year for the Preservation of Glaciers. Beginning in that year, March 21 will be recognized annually as World Day for Glaciers. This initiative will be jointly facilitated by UNESCO and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). The primary objective is to enhance public understanding of the critical functions glaciers serve within the climate system, the water cycle, and their significant economic, social, and environmental ramifications. Globally, glaciers span more than 700,000 square kilometers, consisting of approximately 275,000 individual glaciers, and they are responsible for storing around 70% of the planet’s freshwater resources.
