Stay updated with the top headlines from 22nd May 2025. This GK update covers national, international, economy, banking, defense, appointments, summits, books, sports, science, and important days — curated for competitive exam aspirants.
National News
1. What railway initiative was launched by PM Modi on May 22, 2025?
Answer: PM Modi inaugurated 103 Amrit Stations across 18 states under the ₹1,100 crore Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, aimed at modernizing railway infrastructure with cultural integration.
2. What infrastructure projects were announced in Bikaner?
Answer: Projects worth ₹26,000 crore were launched, including the Bikaner-Mumbai Express, railway electrification, and development near the Indo-Pak border to boost defense logistics.
3. What Supreme Court ruling affects judicial service eligibility?
Answer: The Supreme Court mandated a minimum of three years of legal practice for candidates applying to entry-level judicial posts like Civil Judge (Junior Division).
4. What action did FSSAI take against illegal fruit ripening?
Answer: FSSAI directed states to crack down on calcium carbide use in mango markets, promoting safer alternatives like ethylene gas.
5. What is the current population of Asiatic lions in Gujarat?
Answer: Gujarat’s lion population rose by 32% to 891, as per the 16th lion census, under the ₹2,900 crore Project Lion.
International News
6. What missile defense system did Donald Trump unveil?
Answer: The “Golden Dome,” a $175 billion space-based missile shield integrating orbital interceptors and laser weaponry, was proposed to counter hypersonic threats.
Banking News
7. What cybersecurity tool was launched by DoT?
Answer: The Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) was launched to classify mobile numbers by fraud risk level, aiding UPI platforms in preventing cybercrime.
Economy News
8. What rating did IREDA receive from DPE?
Answer: IREDA secured an ‘Excellent’ rating for FY 2023–24, ranking among the top 4 CPSEs in the Power and NBFC sectors.
9. What is India’s revised GDP forecast by Morgan Stanley?
Answer: India’s GDP is projected to grow at 6.2% in FY26 and 6.5% in FY27, driven by strong domestic demand and capital expenditure.
Appointments News
10. Who was appointed Chief Justice of Manipur High Court?
Answer: Justice K. Somashekar was appointed Chief Justice, succeeding Justice D. Krishnakumar.
Books & Authors
11. What book investigates President Biden’s cognitive health?
Answer: Original Sin by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson explores Biden’s mental decline and media accountability.
Summits & Conferences
12. How did India contribute at the 78th World Health Assembly?
Answer: India advocated for health equity and pandemic preparedness, highlighting Ayushman Bharat and WHO recognition.
13. What was the focus of the International Tea Day Convention 2025?
Answer: Held in New Delhi, it emphasized branding, youth engagement, and export potential of Indian tea.
Sports News
14. Who won the 2025 UEFA Europa League Final?
Answer: Tottenham Hotspur defeated Manchester United 1–0, with Brennan Johnson scoring the winning goal.
Science & Technology News
15. What butterfly species was newly recorded in Arunachal Pradesh?
Answer: Euthalia malaccana was documented for the first time in India, expanding its known range from Southeast Asia.
Important Days
16. What is the theme of International Day for Biological Diversity 2025?
Answer: “Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development,” aligned with the Kunming-Montreal Biodiversity Framework.
Obituaries
17. Who passed away on May 17, 2025?
Answer: Dr. Saroj Ghose, pioneer of India’s science museum movement and founding Director General of NCSM, died at age 89.