TLDR;
Alright, so this Railway Testbook video is basically a crash course for the NTPC exam, focusing on questions repeated from the 16th to 20th of the month. Sir is giving us the lowdown on current affairs, plus some memory-based mock tests for maths and reasoning.
- Questions are getting repeated in NTPC exams.
- Focus on reading the questions and options carefully.
- Mock tests and PDFs are available for practice.
Introduction [0:06]
Sir starts by greeting everyone and mentions that this class is super important because it's covering all the questions that have been popping up in the NTPC exams this whole week. He points out that NTPC is known for repeating questions, and he'll be focusing on the questions from the 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, and 20th. Plus, he's gonna hook you up with memory-based mock tests for maths and reasoning too.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 [3:33]
The first question is about who won the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Then, there's a question about the FDI limit in the insurance sector according to the Union Budget, which has been repeated a lot.
Current Affairs Questions [4:57]
Next up, there's a question about Sharada Sinha, who sings in Bhojpuri and Maithili and was awarded the Padma Vibhushan. Then, they discuss the S. Ramakrishnan Center of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Science, which was inaugurated at IIT Madras. There's also a question about Turkey's most powerful non-nuclear bomb, gazap.
More Current Affairs [7:15]
Moving on, they talk about which high court first allowed AI to analyze heavy case records, which was the Madras High Court. Then, they discuss who was named Cricketer of the Year at the BCCI Neman Awards, and what defense technology milestone India achieved with the flight test of the Pinaka long-range guided rocket.
INS Vagshir and Digitalization of Evidence [9:13]
They also mention that the President traveled in the INS Vagshir submarine. Then, there's a question about why evidence is being digitized in courts, which is to ensure the testimonies of the witnesses.
IUCN State Member and Flash Floods [10:27]
Next, they discuss which country became a state member of the IUCN in October 2025, which is Armenia. Then, they talk about the flash floods in Uttarakhand in 2025 and the village that was washed away, Dharali in Uttarkashi.
Champions Trophy and Women Entrepreneurs [12:08]
There's another question about the Champions Trophy, asking how many ICC titles India has won till the 2025 Champions Trophy, which is seven. Then, they discuss the international women daper concept bank launching Asmita, providing collateral-free loans to women entrepreneurs.
Population and Smart City Mission [14:00]
They also talk about the National Commission for Population predicting India's population to be 1.52 billion by 2036. Then, they discuss the Smart City Mission, which completed ten years in June 2025, with the goal of developing 100 smart cities in India.
Thawarchand Gehlot and Electrical Safety Day [14:51]
Next, they discuss Thawarchand Gehlot, the 19th Governor of Karnataka, and the Electrical Safety Day initiative by the Ministry of Power, Suraksha Shakti Mission, to promote safe practices.
Cricket and Paris Diamond League [16:08]
They mention that you shouldn't stress if you don't know every answer, like which over India won against New Zealand in a cricket match. They also mention Neeraj Chopra winning the Paris Diamond League with an 88.16-meter throw.
ICC Player of the Month and James Webb Telescope [16:51]
Then, they discuss Simon Harmer being named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for November 2025. They also talk about a new observation by the James Webb Telescope regarding a distant exoplanet.
Importance of Regular Current Affairs [17:40]
Sir announces that regular current affairs classes will start from the 23rd, emphasizing the importance of daily study. He uses a military saying: "The more you sweat in training, the less you bleed in battle," meaning consistent effort reduces exam stress.
Narcotics Control and Olympic Champion [19:29]
They discuss the Narcotics Control Bureau cracking down on online drug sales and the passing of the world's oldest Olympic champion at the age of 101.
Digital Public Infrastructure and Zoom Issues [20:40]
Then, they talk about the benefit of India's digital public infrastructure model shared at the BRICS meeting, which is reducing financial exclusion.
Air Force Day and Jal Jeevan Mission [22:17]
Next, they discuss the 93rd Air Force Day and the Jal Jeevan Mission, noting that 81% of rural families in India had water connections under the mission by December 2025.
Pharma Cooperation and Hydro Power [23:24]
They also talk about India signing an agreement with a country to promote cooperation in the field of pharmacopoeia and drug quality standards. Then, they mention PM Modi visiting Bhutan and discussing hydro power and digital cooperation.
IUCN Member and Sustainable Development Goal Index [24:25]
Next, they discuss which country became the 90th state member of the IUCN. Then, they talk about the North Eastern Region District Sustainable Development Goal Index, noting that these types of questions are often unexpected.
Traditional Medicine and NTPC Repeats [25:21]
They mention the WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine and how NTPC repeats questions, so it's good to know these things.
Chief Election Commissioner and Logistic Support Agreement [26:07]
Then, they discuss the Rajya Sabha wanting to remove a person and the committee that selects the Chief Election Commissioner. They also talk about India signing a reciprocal exchange of logistic support agreement with another country in December 2025.
Sabha Saar Tool and ICC Women World Cup [28:06]
Next, they discuss the Sabha Saar tool launched by the Panchayati Raj Ministry, which is used to record the minutes of meetings. Then, they talk about the ICC Women World Cup and who was the Player of the Series, which was Deepti Sharma.
Nobel Peace Prize and Copies of Constitution [29:34]
They also mention the Nobel Peace Prize winner of 2025. Then, they discuss the Vice President releasing copies of the Constitution in different languages on International Mother Language Day.
Hurricane Melissa and Ayushman Bharat Yojana [30:55]
Next, they talk about Hurricane Melissa affecting Jamaica and Cuba, and India sending relief material. Then, they discuss India's largest government scheme, Ayushman Bharat Yojana, which provides health insurance. In Punjab, it provides ₹10 lakh health insurance to every family.
Federal Bank and Mars Crater [32:43]
They also mention Federal Bank launching a new brand identity called Fortuna Wave. Then, they talk about a crater on Mars being named after an Indian geologist, M.S. Krishnan.
Asian Productivity Organization and Indian Women's Team [33:29]
Next, they discuss Bakul Limbasiya receiving an award from the Asian Productivity Organization for his work in lab-grown diamonds. Then, they talk about the Indian women's team winning their second consecutive title in Dhaka.
Sharukh Baid Danub and Galaxy AI [35:01]
They also mention a building being named after Shah Rukh Khan, Sharukh Baid Danube. Then, they discuss which commercial arm of ISRO is reselling high-resolution satellite imagery with Galaxy AI, which is New Space India Limited.
World Green Economy Summit and FDI Limit [35:53]
Next, they talk about the 11th World Green Economy Summit in Dubai and the FDI limit in the insurance sector, which is 100%.
Central Government and MNREGA [36:47]
They mention that you shouldn't panic if you don't know the answer to every question. Then, they discuss the replacement of MNREGA and the increase to 125 days of work.
England Cricketer and Aravali Hills [38:23]
Next, they talk about an England cricketer being knighted at Windsor Castle. Then, they discuss the definition of a uniform boundary that qualifies a landform as part of the Aravalli hills, which is below 100 meters.
Archery World Cup and Industry Index [40:16]
They also mention the Archery World Cup and the bronze medal won by Dhiraj Bommadevara. Then, they discuss the index of industrial production, which is released by the Ministry of Statistics.
Vikram and Kalpana and Best New Artist [41:43]
Next, they talk about Vikram and Kalpana. Then, they discuss the Best New Artist award at the 68th Grammy Awards.
Forest Area and World Polio Day [42:33]
They also mention India's ranking in terms of total forest area. Then, they discuss the theme of World Polio Day, which is End Polio.
People's Liberation Army and NPS Investment Guideline [43:45]
Next, they talk about the People's Liberation Army Navy commissioning a new warship. Then, they discuss the acronym SARGE in the context of the NPS Investment Guideline, where G stands for Governance.
State Bank of India and Railway Electrification [45:08]
They also mention State Bank of India achieving a milestone of $100 billion in market capitalization. Then, they discuss Indian Railways' mission for 100% electrification.
World Boxing Cup and Sports Authority of India [46:28]
Next, they talk about the number of gold medals India won at the World Boxing Cup Finals. Then, they discuss the Sports Authority of India celebrating 100 years of Hockey India.
Saina Nehwal and Ocean Tracking Satellite Mission [47:37]
They also mention Saina Nehwal's retirement and the year she won her first BWF Super Series title. Then, they discuss the Sentinel-6B Ocean Tracking Satellite Mission.
Cricket Championship and Hatred Towards Pakistan [48:36]
Next, they talk about the organization that inaugurated the National Cricket Championship for the Deaf. Then, they discuss the hatred towards Pakistan and the BCCI moving the Asia Cup to Dubai.
Renewable Energy and Insurance Sector [49:25]
They also mention the approximate renewable energy capacity added by India in 2025. Then, they discuss the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
Green Aravalli Action Plan and WHO Initiative [50:34]
Next, they talk about the Green Aravalli Action Plan. Then, they discuss the WHO E2025 initiative launched for malaria.
Senkaku Islands and T-Shaped Pillar [51:19]
They also mention the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands and the conflict between Japan and China. Then, they discuss the 12,000-year-old T-shaped pillar found in Karahan Tepe.
Free Trade Agreement and Botanical Survey of India [52:11]
Next, they talk about India signing a free trade agreement with a country to boost economic ties. Then, they discuss the 13th Director of the Botanical Survey of India, Dr. Kanad Das.
Department of Post and Robert Redford [53:04]
They also mention the primary aim of the Department of Post's tie-up with BSNL, which is to promote postal services in rural areas. Then, they say to skip the question about Robert Redford's death.
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar and World Youth Skills Day [53:55]
Next, they discuss the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, which is given to children under 18. Then, they talk about the theme of World Youth Skills Day, which is Youth Empowerment through AI and Digital Skills.
Richest Chief Minister and Mineral Recycling [55:24]
They also mention the richest Chief Minister in India, according to the ADR Report, who is Chandrababu Naidu. Then, they discuss the incentive scheme issued by the Ministry of Mines for the promotion of critical mineral recycling, which is ₹1500 crore.
Carbon Markets and Table Tennis Championship [56:19]
Next, they talk about the chairperson of the New Finalized National Designated Authority for Carbon Markets in India, who is the Environment Secretary. Then, they discuss the 28-1 ITTF ATTU Asian Table Tennis Championship, which was held in Bhubaneswar.
No Helmet No Fuel and AI-Powered Robot [56:49]
They also mention the state that started the No Helmet No Fuel campaign, which is Uttar Pradesh. Then, they discuss the AI-powered robot developed by ISRO for the Gaganyaan mission.
Cancer Care Training Program and AI in Health Care [58:02]
Next, they talk about India launching a Cancer Care Training Program for BIMSTEC Nations at Tata Memorial Center. Then, they discuss the medical college that launched the country's first Department of AI in Health Care, which is KMC Manipal.
Geeta and UNESCO and Financial Inclusion [59:14]
They also mention the Indira Gandhi National Center for Arts hosting a symposium on Geeta and Natya Shastras with UNESCO recognition. Then, they discuss the committee for Financial Inclusion.
Handloom Sector and BRICS Plus [1:00:03]
Next, they talk about the Central Minister Giriraj Singh launching Carbon Assessment in the Handloom Sector. Then, they discuss BRICS Plus, mentioning that MERCOSUR is the correct answer.
Roof Top Solar Finance and Gene Therapy [1:01:02]
They also mention the bank that started a new financing program for Roof Top Solar Finance. Then, they discuss India's first CAR-T cell gene therapy for hemophilia, which was presented by experts from IIT Bombay and St. John Hospital Bengaluru.
Senkaku Islands and Film Fair OTT Award [1:01:46]
Next, they talk about the Senkaku Islands again, emphasizing that the question is being repeated. Then, they discuss the series that won the Best Comedy Series award at the Film Fair OTT Awards, which was Raat Jawaan Hai.
Remittances and Small Pox [1:02:39]
They also mention the amount of money sent to India by people living abroad, which is $135.46 billion. Then, they discuss the disease that has been eradicated from the world, which is smallpox.
Cricket and Wetland Day [1:03:08]
Next, they talk about the first player to score more than 1000 runs against four different teams in IPL history. Then, they discuss World Wetland Day, which is celebrated on February 2nd, the day the Ramsar Convention was signed in 1971.
Sports Complex and Defense PSU Bhavan [1:04:00]
They also mention a modern sports complex being built in Jodhpur. Then, they discuss the Defense Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurating the Defense PSU Bhavan in New Delhi.
Telegram Channel and Mock Tests [1:04:53]
Sir shares the Telegram channel link for PDFs and other resources. He also explains how to access mock tests for ₹1, emphasizing the importance of memory-based tests for exam preparation. He mentions a coupon code for a two-day trial and the option to purchase a Testbook Pass Pro for extended access.
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