Explanation: The NewsonAir report for 29 October 2025 mentions that the Foreign Affairs Minister of Cyprus, Constantinos Kombos, arrived in New Delhi for a three-day visit to India.

Explanation: Queen Sirikit was the wife of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) and mother of King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X), the current monarch of Thailand.

Explanation: Veteran actor Satish Shah gained immense popularity for his comic role as Indravadan Sarabhai in the TV sitcom “Sarabhai vs Sarabhai.”

Explanation: Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary is a small protected area located in Goa’s Ponda taluka, known for its lush forests and eco-tourism activities.

Explanation: INS Ikshak, a hydrographic survey vessel, was built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata - one of India’s leading shipbuilders under the Ministry of Defence.

Explanation: Japan launched JPYC, a stablecoin backed by the Japanese yen, to promote digital currency adoption within its financial ecosystem.

Explanation: The SJ-100 (Superjet 100) is a regional jet aircraft developed by Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation. It’s part of Russia’s effort to achieve self-reliance in aviation manufacturing.

Explanation: Kerala signed an MoU to implement PM-SHRI. (The scheme is centrally sponsored to transform government schools according to NEP 2020.)

Explanation: The 8th ISA Assembly was held in New Delhi, reaffirming India’s leadership role in promoting solar energy cooperation among member countries.

Explanation: Satkosia Tiger Reserve, situated in Odisha, lies along the Mahanadi River and is known for its rich biodiversity and scenic gorge ecosystem.