DRiV Appoints Mahendra Singh Dhoni as National Brand Ambassador

1. What is the new revised fee for a standard 36-page adult passport under the Normal application category, effective from July 1, 2026?

Explanation: Under the newly revised fee structure effective from 1 July 2026, the fee for a 36-page standard adult passport under the Normal application category has been increased from ₹1,500 to ₹2,500.

2. Which automotive aftermarket manufacturer, a division of Tenneco, has appointed Mahendra Singh Dhoni as its National Brand Ambassador?

Explanation: DRiV, a dedicated aftermarket division of Tenneco, has officially signed former Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni as its National Brand Ambassador to drive aftermarket brand presence.

3. What is the coupon rate and maturity period of the Senior Unsecured Floating Rate Notes (FRNs) recently issued by SBI's London Branch?

Explanation: The notes carry a coupon rate of SOFR + 100 basis points (bps) per annum, payable quarterly in arrears, and have a tenure/maturity of three years.

4. Consider the following statements regarding the launch of UPI in Greece: 1. The service was launched through a partnership between NIPL and Eurobank. 2. Greece has become the 10th country to accept UPI in some format. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Explanation: Both statements are correct. The partnership was executed between NIPL and Eurobank, and Greece is indeed the 10th country to enable UPI in different forms.

5. What is the minimum Fixed Deposit (FD) amount required to open the newly launched 'Paisa+' Secured Credit Card by Paisabazaar and SBM Bank India?

Explanation: The Paisa+ secured credit card allows customers to start their credit-building journey with a minimum fixed deposit of Rs 2,000.