** Who won the the doubles title at the 2025 Rwandan Challenger Tennis Tournament?

Siddhant Banthia and Alexander Donski

• The doubles title at the 2025 Rwanda Challenger tennis tournament was won by Siddhant Banthia of India and Alexander Donski of Bulgaria.
• This was Siddhant Banthia’s first ATP Challenger title.
• Valentin Foyer of France won the singles title of the Rwanda Challenger tennis tournament.

What is the relation of the autobiography ‘Diyaslaai’ which was in news recently?

Kailash Satyarthi

• Diyaslai is the autobiography of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kailash Satyarthi, a global advocate for child rights and social justice.
• The recent news surrounding the autobiography “Diyasalai” relates to its launch at the Jaipur Literature Festival.

Who has been appointed as the ‘First woman President’ of Namibia in March 2025?

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

• The 72-year-old Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was sworn in as the first woman president of the southern African nation of Namibia.
• Nandi-Ndaitwah, who previously served as vice president, won 58% of the vote. She is the latest in a small list of women  to hold the presidency in Africa.

** Who got the Best Direction award at IIFA Awards 2025?

Kiran Rao

• Kiran Rao won the Best Direction award at the IIFA Awards 2025 for her film Laapataa Ladies.
• The ceremony took place in Jaipur on March 8 and 9.
• Kartik Aaryan took home the Best Actor trophy, and Nitanshi Goel was awarded Best Actress.

** Who has been announced as the next Prime Minister of Canada?

Mark Carney

• Mark Carney, an economist and political newcomer, has been sworn in as Canada’s new prime minister, and delivered remarks vowing to “never” become a part of the United States.
• The 2025 Canadian federal election will be held on April 28 to elect members of the House of Commons to the 45th Canadian Parliament.

** Who Has Been Honoured with the Icon of Excellence Award at Forbes India Leadership Awards (FILA 2025)?

Jay Shah

• ICC chairman Jay Shah conferred with Icon of Excellence award at FILA 2025.
• At the age of 36, Jay Shah made history by becoming the youngest-ever chairman of the ICC.

What is the theme of World Meteorological Day 2025?

Closing the early warning gap together

• World Meteorological Day is observed on March 23 to mark the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) in 1950.
• It highlights the role of meteorological and hydrological services in public safety, economy, and environment.