Daily Current Affairs - 2025-08-22
Q1When does India aim to establish the 'Bharatiya Antariksh Station' (Indian Space Station)?Options
A2030B2035C2040D2047
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2035
Explanation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced India's goal to establish the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (Indian Space Station) by 2035.
Q2What is the name of the humanoid robot that will be part of India's first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission (G1), expected to lift off in December this year?Options
AChandranBVyommitraCPragyanDVikram
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Vyommitra
Explanation
The first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission (G1) will carry the humanoid robot 'Vyommitra' and is scheduled for December this year.
Q3ISRO aims to contribute to India becoming a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) by which year, primarily through space applications?Options
A2030B2035C2040D2047
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2047
Explanation
ISRO aims to play a crucial role in India becoming a developed nation ('Viksit Bharat') by 2047, leveraging space applications.
Q4India celebrates 'National Space Day' annually on which date, commemorating the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3?Options
AAugust 15BJanuary 26CAugust 23DSeptember 5
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August 23
Explanation
National Space Day is celebrated on August 23rd, marking the date of Chandrayaan-3's successful landing on the Moon.
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Q5Which Tamil Nadu state entity recently received an intra-state electricity trading licence?Options
ATamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDCO)BTamil Nadu Energy Development Agency (TEDA)CTamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation (TNGEC)DTamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC)
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Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation (TNGEC)
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation (TNGEC) has been granted an intra-state electricity trading licence.
Q6What did the Supreme Court recently rule regarding the release of stray dogs in their original localities?Options
AAllowed release after vaccinationBBanned release in original localitiesCMandated euthanasia for all stray dogsDAllowed release only in designated shelters
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Allowed release after vaccination
Explanation
The Supreme Court modified an earlier directive, allowing the release of stray dogs in their original localities after vaccination.
Q7The NAMASTE scheme, recently highlighted by the SJE Minister, is primarily aimed at benefiting which group of workers?Options
AAgricultural laborersBConstruction workersCSewer and Septic Tank WorkersDTextile weavers
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Sewer and Septic Tank Workers
Explanation
The NAMASTE scheme focuses on the profiling, providing PPE Kits, and Ayushman Cards to Sewer & Septic Tank Workers.
Q8Tamil Nadu plans to develop various infrastructure projects, including the 660 MW Ennore Thermal Power Station expansion project, primarily through which mode?Options
AState-funded projectsBInternational aidCPublic Private Partnership (PPP) modeDCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds
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Public Private Partnership (PPP) mode
Explanation
Tamil Nadu is increasingly focusing on developing projects, such as the Ennore Thermal Power Station expansion, through the Public Private Partnership (PPP) mode.
Q9Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has recently criticized the Union Government regarding which fiscal aspect?Options
AGST collection ratesBAllocation of funds to statesCForeign direct investment policiesDNationalization of banks
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Allocation of funds to states
Explanation
CM M.K. Stalin has criticized the Union Government for its narrow political motives in fiscal devolution and refusing the state's rightful share of funds.
Q10How many services will the Greater Chennai Corporation provide under its new WhatsApp governance initiative?Options
A10B24C32D50
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32
Explanation
The Greater Chennai Corporation plans to offer 32 services through its WhatsApp governance platform.
Q11The Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme is promoted by the Union Government to boost innovation in which sector?Options
ARenewable energyBElectric vehiclesCSemiconductor designDArtificial Intelligence research
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Semiconductor design
Explanation
The Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme aims to foster semiconductor design innovation.
Q12What is the primary concern raised in the Supreme Court regarding the Centre's E20 Petrol Policy?Options
AIncrease in petrol pricesBSeeking an ethanol-free fuel option for consumersCEnvironmental pollution concernsDImpact on agricultural yields
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Seeking an ethanol-free fuel option for consumers
Explanation
A plea in the Supreme Court challenges the E20 petrol policy, seeking an ethanol-free fuel option for consumers.
Q13Tamil Nadu is setting up its second Marine Elite Force in Chennai specifically for the protection of which marine species?Options
ADugongsBWhale sharksCOlive Ridley turtlesDCoral reefs
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Olive Ridley turtles
Explanation
A second Marine Elite Force is being established in Chennai by Tamil Nadu for the protection of Olive Ridley turtles.
Q14Which neighboring state recently claimed to have released more than its year's share of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu?Options
AKeralaBAndhra PradeshCKarnatakaDTelangana
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Karnataka
Explanation
Karnataka's Chief Minister stated that the state has released more than its year's share of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu.
Q15Which IIT Madras-incubated company recently launched 'MakeGPT' to enable building IoT systems with prompts?Options
AAgnikul CosmosBKochadai TechnologiesCData PatternsDPixxel
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Kochadai Technologies
Explanation
IIT Madras-incubated Kochadai Technologies launched 'MakeGPT' for building IoT systems with prompts.
Q16The Tamil Nadu Online Gaming Authority (TNOGA) is likely to be rendered redundant due to a recent Bill introduced by which government?Options
AState GovernmentBUnion GovernmentCPondicherry GovernmentDKarnataka Government
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Union Government
Explanation
The Centre's online gaming Bill is expected to render the Tamil Nadu Online Gaming Authority (TNOGA) redundant.