Daily Current Affairs - 2025-08-01
Q1Which port has become the first Indian port to produce green hydrogen and surpass 1 MW solar power generation?Options
AVisakhapatnam PortBChennai PortCVOC PortDParadip Port
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Correct answer
VOC Port
Explanation
VOC Port, located in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, has achieved the distinction of being the first Indian port to produce green hydrogen and exceed 1 MW of solar power generation.
Q2The Tamil Nadu government has launched the ‘School of Semiconductor’ initiative with what primary objective?Options
ATo promote agricultural technology in rural areasBTo establish new medical colleges across the stateCTo build a skilled future workforce for the country's semiconductor industryDTo provide free education to underprivileged students
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To build a skilled future workforce for the country's semiconductor industry
Explanation
The 'School of Semiconductor' initiative by the Tamil Nadu government aims to train and develop a skilled workforce to meet the growing demands of India's semiconductor industry.
Q3What significant ruling did the Madras High Court issue regarding the naming of government schemes in Tamil Nadu?Options
ASchemes must be named after historical figures onlyBSchemes cannot be named after living personalitiesCSchemes can only be named after former Chief MinistersDSchemes must include a reference to the district they operate in
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Schemes cannot be named after living personalities
Explanation
The Madras High Court has ruled that the Tamil Nadu government is restrained from naming new welfare schemes after living personalities. This decision came after a petition challenged schemes like 'Ungaludan Stalin' and 'Nalam Kaakum Stalin'.
Q4Which two space agencies are collaborating on the NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) Earth-observation satellite mission?Options
AISRO and ESA (European Space Agency)BNASA and Roscosmos (Russian Space Agency)CISRO and JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency)DNASA and ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation)
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NASA and ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation)
Explanation
The NISAR mission is a joint project between the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) of the USA and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
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Q5By how much has the Tamil Nadu government recently increased the procurement price of milk per litre for dairy farmers?Options
A₹1 per litreB₹2 per litreC₹3 per litreD₹4 per litre
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₹3 per litre
Explanation
Tamil Nadu's Minister Mano Thangaraj announced a recent increase of ₹3 per litre in the procurement price of milk, aiming to support dairy farmers in the state.
Q6The unique 'Pathiri mango' variety, originally introduced by a German missionary, is associated with which district in Tamil Nadu?Options
AThanjavurBMaduraiCMayiladuthuraiDSalem
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Correct answer
Mayiladuthurai
Explanation
The 'Pathiri mango' variety has its origins in Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu, where it was introduced by a German missionary many years ago.
Q7Where has ISRO set up a station to conduct its HOPE Mission, which aims to simulate Mars-like and lunar conditions for future space expeditions?Options
AThiruvananthapuram, KeralaBMahendragiri, Tamil NaduCLadakhDBengaluru, Karnataka
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Correct answer
Ladakh
Explanation
ISRO's HOPE Mission involves setting up a station in Ladakh to simulate conditions akin to Mars and the Moon, providing a crucial training ground for astronauts and testing future mission technologies.
Q8Which entity has received in-principle approval from the Railway Board to take over the Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) in Chennai?Options
ATamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC)BMetropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC)CChennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA)DChennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL)
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Correct answer
Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL)
Explanation
The Railway Board has granted in-principle approval for Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) to take over the Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) in Chennai, aiming to integrate and streamline the city's public transport network.
Q9In which district did Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently unveil the foundation stone for a Mini TIDEL Park?Options
ACoimbatoreBTiruvannamalaiCMaduraiDThoothukudi
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Tiruvannamalai
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin laid the foundation stone for a Mini TIDEL Park in Tiruvannamalai district, indicating the state's efforts to expand IT and industrial infrastructure beyond major cities.
Q10What is the primary concern recently highlighted regarding premier super speciality seats in Tamil Nadu government medical colleges?Options
ALack of qualified faculty to teach these coursesBInsufficient infrastructure in colleges to support super speciality departmentsCRisk of these seats remaining unfilled due to various factorsDHigh tuition fees making them inaccessible to many students
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Correct answer
Risk of these seats remaining unfilled due to various factors
Explanation
A key concern raised is the risk of premier super speciality seats in Tamil Nadu government medical colleges remaining unfilled, potentially due to factors such as NEET PG/SS exam patterns, bond conditions, or lack of awareness among eligible candidates.