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536.
Which country won the Davis Cup for the first time since 1976?
Italy
Australia
Serbia
Spain
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Italy fulfilled its tennis potential by defeating Australia 2-0 and winning the Davis Cup for the first time since 1976. The final was held in the Spanish city of Malaga, where Matteo Arnaldi's victory over Alexei Popyrin secured the historic win.

537.
Which Indian state is hosting the second edition of Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK)?
Maharashtra
Odisha
Karnataka
Tamil Nadu
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Odisha is set to host the second edition of Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack, promising excitement and entertainment to millions of fans.

538.
Who clinched the IBSF 6-Red Snooker World Championship title?
Anupama Ramachandran
Vidya Pillai
Varshaa Vasanth
Amee Kamani
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Vidya Pillai, the seasoned cueist, secured the IBSF 6-Red Snooker World Championship title in Doha, Qatar, with a convincing 4-1 victory over compatriot Anupama Ramachandran.

539.
Who became the first Indian shooter to win a medal in the men's 25m Rapid Fire event at the ISSF World Cup Final?
Vijay Kumar
Gurpreet Singh
Anish Bhanwala
Abhinav Bindra
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Anish Bhanwala made history by securing the bronze medal, becoming the first Indian shooter to achieve this feat in the men's 25m Rapid Fire event at the ISSF World Cup Final. This remarkable accomplishment surpassed the efforts of past Indian shooters like Vijay Kumar and Gurpreet Singh.

540.
Which city created history by hosting its first-ever Kambala event, attracting over 11 lakh visitors and offering a delightful experience of coastal cuisine and vibrant cultural performances?
Mumbai
Chennai
Bengaluru
Hyderabad
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Bengaluru made history by hosting its inaugural Kambala event, attracting over 11 lakh visitors. The event not only featured the excitement of buffalo racing but also offered Bengalureans a delightful experience of coastal cuisine and vibrant cultural performances.