Gautam Buddha University Joins Mission ShaktiSAT, World's First All-Girls Lunar Satellite Initiative

Gautam Buddha University (GBU) has officially collaborated with Space Kidz India and IN-SPACe to support 'Mission ShaktiSAT'.
Mission ShaktiSAT is recognized as the world's first all-girls international satellite mission designed specifically for the Moon.
The historic initiative brings together 12,000 young school and college girls from across 108 different countries, cultivating a global network of future female scientists.
While Space Kidz India is conceptualizing and leading the technical design, GBU will serve as the academic partner, facilitating research, international collaborations, and laboratory tests.
The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) is also offering institutional and structural support for this innovative project.

Key Facts / Static GK

IN-SPACe: Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre, an autonomous nodal agency under the Department of Space.
Space Kidz India is a Chennai-based aerospace startup promoting space science among students.

Q Practice Quiz — 1 July 2026

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

A ₹1,500

B ₹1,750

C ₹2,000

D ₹2,500

E ₹3,000

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?

A Bosch India

B DRiV

C Continental AG

D ZF Aftermarket

E Valeo

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?

A SOFR + 50 bps per annum with a maturity of 5 years

B SOFR + 100 bps per annum with a maturity of 3 years

C SOFR + 150 bps per annum with a maturity of 3 years

D SOFR + 100 bps per annum with a maturity of 2 years

E SOFR + 75 bps per annum with a maturity of 4 years

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?

A Only 1

B Only 2

C Both 1 and 2

D Neither 1 nor 2

E Cannot be determined

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?

A Rs 1,000

B Rs 2,000

C Rs 5,000

D Rs 10,000

E Rs 1,500

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

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