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Where will the country’s first cooperative university be opened?
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Gujarat
- Amit Shah inaugurated the foundation of Tribhuvan Sahkari University, India’s first national cooperative university, in Anand, Gujarat.
- It seeks to transform cooperative education and boost rural growth through the ‘Sahkar se Samriddhi’ mission.
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** Whom did Prime Minister Modi honor by releasing a commemorative coin of ₹ 1000?
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Emperor Rajendra Chola I
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival at Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Tamil Nadu, marking the birth anniversary of Emperor Rajendra Chola I.
- The PM offered prayers at the Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple, also known as the Brihadisvara Temple.
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Who has been honoured with the PEN Pinter Prize 2025?
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Leila Aboulela – Britain writer
- Leila Aboulela was awarded the 2025 PEN Pinter Prize for her literary contributions.
- The award ceremony will be held on 10 October 2025 at the British Library, where she’ll also select the Writer of Courage.
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Where will the first Khelo India Water Sports event be held?
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Dal Lake
- The first-ever Khelo India Water Sports Festival will be held at Srinagar’s iconic Dal Lake from August 21st – 23rd.
- This was announced by the Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya.
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** What is the theme of National Doctor’s Day 2025?
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Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers
- National Doctors Day is celebrated every year on 1st July across India.
- This day is celebrated in the memory of the great doctor Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, who made unparalleled contributions in both the fields of medicine and politics.
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** Where was the 17th BRICS Summit held?
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- The 17th BRICS Summit took place in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on 6th and 7th July 2025.
- The theme this year was “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for a More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance”.
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** Prime Minister Modi has been invited by which country as the chief guest on its 60th Independence Day?
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Maldives
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi was invited as the chief guest at the 60th anniversary celebrations of the Independence Day of Maldives to be celebrated on 26 July 2025.
- Prime Minister Modi was welcomed by President Mohammed Muizzu on his arrival in Maldives capital Male.
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