What sector does Semicon 2.0 seek to develop?

Semiconductor design and manufacturing

What is the main corporate leadership change at GCPL in August 2026?

Aasif Malbari replaced Sudhir Sitapati as MD and CEO

Aasif Malbari became chairman of Tata Sons

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Revise recent defence news, exercises, technology and important security developments.

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Question 1
Who became CEO of IndiGo in August 2026?
- Aasif Malbari
- Tewolde Gebremariam
- Willie Walsh Correct answer
- Pieter Elbers
Explanation: Willie Walsh assumed charge as IndiGo CEO on 3 August 2026.
Question 2
Who became Air India CEO in 2026?
- Tewolde Gebremariam Correct answer
- Willie Walsh
- N. Chandrasekaran
- Campbell Wilson
Explanation: Tewolde Gebremariam was appointed Air India CEO.
Question 3
Which former airline executive joined Air India as CEO?
- Willie Walsh
- Michael O'Leary
- Tewolde Gebremariam Correct answer
- Ed Bastian
Explanation: Tewolde Gebremariam, former Ethiopian Airlines CEO, joined Air India.
Question 4
Which company is the holding company at the centre of the Tata Group leadership change?
- TCS
- Tata Motors
- Tata Steel
- Tata Sons Correct answer
Explanation: Tata Sons is the holding company of the Tata Group.
Question 5
Which semiconductor policy carries a ₹1,27,500-crore outlay?
- PM SVANidhi
- Semicon 2.0 Correct answer
- Khelo India
- IndiaAI Mission
Explanation: Semicon 2.0 has a ₹1,27,500-crore outlay.
Question 6
What sector does Semicon 2.0 seek to develop?
- Airline catering
- Semiconductor design and manufacturing Correct answer
- Fisheries
- Retail banking
Explanation: The policy targets India's semiconductor ecosystem.
Question 7
Which Google project was reported at an estimated $15 billion in Andhra Pradesh?
- Airport
- Railway corridor
- Film studio
- Data centre Correct answer
Explanation: Google's proposed project was a large data-centre investment in Andhra Pradesh.
Question 8
Which sector was highlighted as facing leadership and turnaround challenges in India's aviation market?
- Steel
- Airlines Correct answer
- Textiles
- Fertilizers
Explanation: Air India and IndiGo were both undergoing major leadership and strategic changes.
Question 9
What was one reason cited for pressure on Indian airline businesses in 2026?
- Higher fuel costs Correct answer
- Lower monsoon rainfall
- Cotton prices
- Coal exports
Explanation: Higher fuel costs were cited as a challenge for Indian airlines.
Question 10
Which bank-related factor was cited positively in a 2026 market assessment?
- Declining deposits only
- Bank closures
- Falling credit demand
- Robust bank lending Correct answer
Explanation: Robust bank lending was cited as one reason for optimism about the Indian market.
Question 11
Which international investment group was associated with optimism about the Indian market in 2026?
- Jefferies Correct answer
- WHO
- UNDP
- IMF
Explanation: Jefferies was cited in reporting on Indian market optimism.
Question 12
What is the main corporate leadership change at GCPL in August 2026?
- Aasif Malbari replaced Sudhir Sitapati as MD and CEO Correct answer
- GCPL merged with IndiGo
- Aasif Malbari became chairman of Tata Sons
- Sudhir Sitapati became CFO
Explanation: Aasif Malbari became GCPL's MD and CEO after Sudhir Sitapati stepped down.