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💹 Economy & Business – 4 September 2025
21. Which Indian startup became the country’s 150th unicorn on 4 September 2025?
👉 Answer: AgroNext
An agri-tech platform leveraging AI for precision farming and supply-chain solutions crossed $1B valuation.
22. A major merger between two PSU banks was announced on 4 September – name them.
👉 Answer: Bank of Maharashtra and UCO Bank
The merger aims to create stronger balance sheets and expand rural banking networks.
23. Which sector received FDI inflow clearance worth $3 billion on 4 September?
👉 Answer: Renewable energy (solar & wind)
India approved record FDI inflows to accelerate its clean energy targets.
24. India signed a free trade pact with which African bloc on 4 September 2025?
👉 Answer: African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
The pact strengthens India–Africa trade in textiles, pharma, and IT services.
25. On 4 September, the RBI approved digital banking licenses for how many fintech firms?
👉 Answer: Five fintech firms
This marks the second batch of RBI-issued licenses under India’s Digital Banking Framework.
26. Which automobile company launched India’s first hydrogen truck on 4 September 2025?
👉 Answer: Tata Motors
The hydrogen-powered heavy-duty truck was unveiled to support India’s green logistics drive.
27. The Sensex closed above which milestone mark on 4 September?
👉 Answer: 80,000 points
For the first time, Sensex crossed the 80K mark, driven by banking and IT stocks.
28. Which PSU signed a MoU with ISRO for space-based navigation in mining?
👉 Answer: Coal India Limited (CIL)
The agreement enables satellite-based monitoring to ensure sustainable mining practices.
29. A new GST exemption was given to which essential household item on 4 September?
👉 Answer: Sanitary napkins
The exemption is aimed at making women’s hygiene products more affordable.
30. Which Indian city topped the list of fastest-growing startup hubs as per a 4 September report?
👉 Answer: Hyderabad
Hyderabad surpassed Bengaluru in growth rate due to strong AI and biotech startup ecosystems.
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