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Esha Singh Claims Women's 25m Pistol Gold at ISSF World Cup 2026
Indian shooter Esha Singh struck gold in the women's 25m pistol discipline at the ISSF World Cup held in Hangzhou, China.
Manu Bhaker earned the bronze medal in the same event, completing a double podium result for India.
The victory adds to India's prominent international standing in Olympic shooting events.
Exam Perspective: Multi-medal finishes at ISSF World Cups are key performance indicators ahead of continental and Olympic championships.
Manu Bhaker earned the bronze medal in the same event, completing a double podium result for India.
The victory adds to India's prominent international standing in Olympic shooting events.
Exam Perspective: Multi-medal finishes at ISSF World Cups are key performance indicators ahead of continental and Olympic championships.
Key Facts / Static GK
International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Headquarters: Munich, Germany.
Practice Quiz — 29 July 2026
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Answer: (B) 100 crore pieces — The Reserve Bank of India proposed the field trial introduction of 100 crore pieces of ₹10 notes alongside 100 crore pieces of ₹20 notes.
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Answer: (C) 7.3% — According to the Quick Estimates released by MoSPI, India's industrial production grew by 7.3% year-on-year in June 2026.
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