Daily Current Affairs - 2025-04-24
Q1ISRO's second phase testing of its 200-ton semi-micro engine is being conducted in which state?Options
AKeralaBAndhra PradeshCTamil NaduDKarnataka
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Tamil Nadu
Explanation
ISRO Chief S. Somanath announced that the second phase testing of the 200-ton semi-micro engine is being conducted in Tamil Nadu.
Q2The Tamil Nadu government aims to take startups to which geographical areas, as stated by the StartupTN CEO?Options
AOther metropolitan citiesBInternational marketsCVillages and rural areasDSpecific industrial corridors
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Villages and rural areas
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StartupTN CEO stated that the Tamil Nadu government aims to expand the startup ecosystem to villages across the state.
Q3What significant medical achievement was recently reported at the Tamil Nadu Government Multi Super Speciality Hospital, involving a 16-year-old girl?Options
AFirst successful organ transplantBRobot-assisted heart surgeryCMinimally invasive brain surgeryDFirst paediatric cancer remission
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Robot-assisted heart surgery
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A 16-year-old girl underwent a robot-assisted heart surgery at the Tamil Nadu Government Multi Super Speciality Hospital, marking a significant medical achievement.
Q4Which former ISRO Chief, known as an architect of India's space programme, recently passed away at the age of 84?Options
ADr. A.P.J. Abdul KalamBDr. K. SivanCDr. K. KasturiranganDDr. Vikram Sarabhai
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Dr. K. Kasturirangan
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Former ISRO Chief and renowned space scientist Dr. K. Kasturirangan, an architect of India's space programme, passed away at 84.
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Q5The Tamil Nadu government plans to establish a dedicated industrial park near Chennai for firms from which country?Options
ASouth KoreaBJapanCTaiwanDGermany
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Taiwan
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Tamil Nadu Minister announced that the state government will establish a dedicated industrial park for Taiwanese firms near Chennai.
Q6By which year does ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan state that India aims to have its own space station?Options
A2030B2035C2040D2047
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2035
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ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan announced that India aims to establish its own space station by 2035.
Q7How many citizen services does the Tamil Nadu government plan to offer through WhatsApp?Options
A25B50C75D100
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50
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The Tamil Nadu government announced its plan to offer 50 citizen services through WhatsApp.
Q8Which organization recently won the Golden Peacock Award for its innovation in Solar + BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) in Chhattisgarh?Options
ANTPCBSECI (Solar Energy Corporation of India)CPower Grid Corporation of IndiaDRenew Power
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SECI (Solar Energy Corporation of India)
Explanation
SECI (Solar Energy Corporation of India) won the Golden Peacock Award for its Solar + BESS innovation in Chhattisgarh.
Q9Where does the Tamil Nadu government plan to establish a residential coaching centre to assist civil services exam aspirants?Options
ACoimbatoreBMaduraiCTrichyDChennai
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Chennai
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CM Stalin announced that the Tamil Nadu government will establish a residential coaching centre in Chennai for civil services exam aspirants.
Q10Panchayati Raj Diwas, celebrated on April 24, highlights a decade of reforms under whose leadership?Options
APresident of IndiaBPrime Minister Shri Narendra ModiCUnion Minister of Rural DevelopmentDVice President of India
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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
Explanation
Panchayati Raj Diwas highlights a decade of Panchayati Raj Reforms under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership.
Q11According to T.M. Anbarasan, how many startups are currently operating in Tamil Nadu?Options
AAround 5,000BOver 10,800CExactly 15,000DLess than 1,000
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Over 10,800
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Minister T.M. Anbarasan stated that Tamil Nadu is currently home to over 10,800 start-ups.
Q12India is set to finalize a ₹63,000-crore deal for 26 Rafale-M jets with which country?Options
ARussiaBUnited StatesCFranceDIsrael
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France
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India and France are set to finalize a ₹63,000-crore deal for 26 Rafale-M jets.
Q13What new food safety regulation has the Tamil Nadu government implemented for one year?Options
ABan on artificial colours in sweetsBMandatory organic certification for vegetablesCBan on mayonnaise made from raw eggsDRestrictions on street food vending
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Ban on mayonnaise made from raw eggs
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government has banned mayonnaise made from raw eggs for a period of one year due to food safety concerns.
Q14Which two organizations have signed a Framework MoU to boost Space Medicine Research for the Gaganyaan Mission?Options
ADRDO and AIIMSBISRO and SCTIMSTCCSIR and ICMRDNASA and IIT Madras
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ISRO and SCTIMST
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ISRO and Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) signed a Framework MoU to boost Space Medicine Research, especially for the Gaganyaan Mission.
Q15On what date is the Mettur dam water typically released for agricultural purposes, as indicated in the news?Options
AMay 15BJune 1CJune 12DJuly 1
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June 12
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Minister Duraimurugan told the T.N. Assembly that Mettur dam water is to be released on June 12.
Q16Which organization recently achieved a significant milestone in Scramjet Engine Development?Options
AISROBDRDOCHALDBharat Dynamics Limited
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DRDO
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DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation) has achieved a significant milestone in Scramjet Engine Development.
Q17What new facility has the Tamil Nadu government announced for differently-abled individuals?Options
AExclusive job reservation quotasBSubsidized housing schemesCFree travel pass applicationDSpecial education grants
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Free travel pass application
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The Tamil Nadu government has enabled differently-abled individuals to apply for free travel passes.
Q18What was the main theme of the Third International Quantum Communication Conclave?Options
AQuantum Computing for Artificial IntelligenceBFuture of Secure Communication and CryptographyCQuantum Mechanics in Everyday LifeDEconomic Impact of Quantum Technologies
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Future of Secure Communication and Cryptography
Explanation
The Third International Quantum Communication Conclave was held on the theme 'Future of Secure Communication and Cryptography'.
Q19What was Tamil Nadu's electronics exports value in FY 2024-25, as stated by the Industries Minister?Options
A$10 billionB$14.65 billionC$20 billionD$8.5 billion
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$14.65 billion
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The Industries Minister stated that Tamil Nadu clocked $14.65 billion in electronics exports in FY 2024-25.
Q20Which Indian city recently celebrated the 3rd anniversary of its Water Metro, with the Centre planning similar services in 21 other cities?Options
AMumbaiBKolkataCKochiDGoa
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Kochi
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Kochi Water Metro recently completed three years, and the Centre plans to introduce similar services in 21 other Indian cities.