Daily Current Affairs - 2025-04-28
Q1What two key announcements did Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently make regarding state government employees?Options
A2% DA hike and restoration of EL surrender system.BNew pension scheme and 5% DA hike.CHealth insurance benefits and increase in retirement age.DRestoration of old pension scheme and 3% DA hike.
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Correct answer
2% DA hike and restoration of EL surrender system.
Explanation
The CM announced a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and the restoration of the Earned Leave (EL) surrender system from October 1.
Q2Which U.S.-based company recently announced its plan to establish a Global Capability Centre in Chennai?Options
AWorkdayBFairfax Financial HoldingsCAxiomDGoogle
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Workday
Explanation
U.S.-based Workday is establishing a Global Capability Centre in Chennai, as announced by Industries Minister T.R.B. Rajaa.
Q3Coimbatore Corporation plans to develop optical fibre-based infrastructure under which Tamil Nadu government scheme?Options
AKalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai ThittamBNamakku Naame (நமக்கு நாமே)CMakkalai Thedi MaruthuvamDPudhumai Penn Thittam
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Correct answer
Namakku Naame (நமக்கு நாமே)
Explanation
Coimbatore Corporation will develop optical fibre-based infrastructure at ₹10.60 crore under the 'Namakku Naame' scheme.
Q4What recent directive did the Madras High Court issue regarding commercial establishments in Nilgiris and Kodaikanal?Options
ATo promote eco-tourism in the regions.BTo close down all illegal homestays and cottages.CTo increase taxes on tourism businesses.DTo implement new waste management rules for hotels.
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To close down all illegal homestays and cottages.
Explanation
The Madras High Court directed the closure of all illegal homestays and cottages in Nilgiris and Kodaikanal.
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Q5The NISAR mission, which ISRO is preparing to launch, is a joint project with which international space agency?Options
AEuropean Space Agency (ESA)BJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)CNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)DRoscosmos
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Correct answer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Explanation
The NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission is a joint project between ISRO and NASA.
Q6What new specialized clinics were recently launched at Chennai's largest government hospital?Options
AGeriatric and Pediatric ClinicsBDental and Ophthalmology ClinicsCTeen Clinic and Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic ClinicDOncology and Neurology Clinics
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Teen Clinic and Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic Clinic
Explanation
Teen Clinic and Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic Clinic were launched at Chennai’s largest government hospital.
Q7The Union Government has recently brought the cybercrime centre I4C under which significant act?Options
AInformation Technology Act, 2000BPrevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002CNational Security Act, 1980DCyber Security Act, 2017
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Correct answer
Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002
Explanation
The government has brought the cybercrime centre I4C under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
Q8In which district of Tamil Nadu is the new TIDEL Neo Park planned to be established?Options
AChennaiBCoimbatoreCNagapattinamDTiruchirappalli
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Correct answer
Nagapattinam
Explanation
The TIDEL Neo Park is planned to come up in Nagapattinam.
Q9What specific legislation has VCK President Thol. Thirumavalavan urged the Tamil Nadu government to enact?Options
ALaw against caste-based honour killings.BLaw for reservation in private sector.CLaw for mandatory Tamil education.DLaw against religious conversion.
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Correct answer
Law against caste-based honour killings.
Explanation
Thirumavalavan has urged the Tamil Nadu government to enact a law against caste-based honour killings.
Q10A new hydrotherapy pool is being created at the Elephant Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre near which city in Tamil Nadu?Options
AChennaiBMaduraiCCoimbatoreDTiruchirappalli
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Tiruchirappalli
Explanation
A hydrotherapy pool is being created at the Elephant Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre near Tiruchi.
Q11What environmental concern has recently been reported in Ennore Creek, causing distress to local fishermen?Options
AOil spillBPlastic waste accumulationCYellow chemical covering the watersDAlgal bloom
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Yellow chemical covering the waters
Explanation
Fishermen in Ennore Creek have reported yellow chemical covering the waters, prompting them to seek government intervention.
Q12What significant administrative action did Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin recently undertake regarding his cabinet?Options
AExpanded the cabinet by adding new ministers.BIntroduced a new portfolio for youth welfare.CReshuffled the cabinet following the exit of some ministers.DAnnounced a special committee to review ministerial performance.
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Correct answer
Reshuffled the cabinet following the exit of some ministers.
Explanation
CM M.K. Stalin reshuffled the Tamil Nadu Cabinet following the exit of ministers like Senthil Balaji and Ponmudi, amid legal and public scrutiny.