Current Affairs Quiz 26th April 2025
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1. Which bilateral accord did Pakistan suspend after the Pahalgam terror attack?
- Signed in 1972, the Simla Agreement governed India-Pakistan relations for 53 years until 2025.
- Its suspension prompted closure of the Wagah border and ban on Indian airlines in Pakistani airspace.
- All bilateral trade frameworks were frozen, marking a sharp escalation in tensions.
2. What percentage increase has been recommended for complex treatments under the Yeshasvini Health Scheme?
- The expert committee proposed a 50% hike for pediatric heart surgeries and oncology.
- Standard procedures would see a 15–25% increase, while complex cases get double the boost.
- The scheme covers 45.6 lakh members with an estimated cost of ₹127.5 crore.
3. How many new procedures did the committee recommend adding to the Yeshasvini scheme?
- The overhaul proposes adding 69 modern procedures to enhance coverage.
- It also recommends removing 6 outdated treatments for better relevance.
- These changes aim to attract more hospitals beyond the current 782 empanelled.
4. How many hospitals are currently empanelled under the Yeshasvini Health Scheme?
- The scheme has empanelled 782 hospitals across Karnataka.
- It serves 45.6 lakh rural members seeking accessible care.
- Proposed rate hikes and new procedures target a 20–30% growth in participation.
5. What is the total membership strength of the Yeshasvini scheme?
- The scheme supports 45.6 lakh members, primarily in rural Karnataka.
- Relaunched in 2022–23 to boost healthcare access for farmers and workers.
- An additional ₹40 crore budget is proposed to sustain this coverage.
6. What area does Similipal National Park cover?
- Declared on April 24, 2025, as India’s 107th National Park.
- Spans 845.70 sq km across 11 forest ranges in Odisha.
- Hosts 55 mammal species and 361 bird species in its tiger reserve core.
7. How many forest ranges does Similipal National Park encompass?
- The park covers 11 forest ranges within Mayurbhanj district.
- Proposed status since 1980, officially notified in April 2025.
- Excludes only Bakua village from its core conservation zone.
8. Who became Chairman of Air India Express after Campbell Wilson?
- Air India’s CCO was appointed to align strategies across Tata’s airlines.
- Follows Tata’s 2022 acquisition of Air India and Express.
- Captain Basil Kwauk will join the board pending regulatory approval.
9. Who was appointed Vice President & MD of Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center in 2025?
- Brings 28 years of Boeing experience across 787, 767, and 777 programs.
- Succeeds Ahmed Elsherbini as Chief Engineer for Boeing India.
- Leads engineering strategy and innovation at BIETC.
10. What was the name of the IAF exercise involving Rafale and Su-30MKI jets in 2025?
- Featured Rafale and Su-30MKI jets in mountainous and ground-target drills.
- Tested Meteor & Rampage missiles alongside the S-400 air defense system.
- Included live-fire and electronic warfare exercises to boost combat readiness.
