Daily Current Affairs - 2025-09-10
Q1ISRO recently signed a landmark technology transfer agreement for the mass production of its Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV). Which public sector undertaking (PSU) has signed this agreement?Options
ABharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)BHindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)CDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)DBharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
Explanation
ISRO has signed a technology transfer agreement with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), IN-SPACe, and NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) for the mass production of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV).
Q2For India's future astronauts, ISRO is simulating spacecraft-like conditions in which city as part of the Gaganyaan Mission preparations?Options
AChennaiBHyderabadCBengaluruDThiruvananthapuram
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Bengaluru
Explanation
ISRO is simulating spacecraft-like conditions in Bengaluru for India's future astronauts as part of the Gaganyaan Mission preparations.
Q3Tamil Nadu leaders recently criticized the Union government's notification exempting the mining of which type of minerals from public consultation?Options
AIron OreBCoalCCritical MineralsDLimestone
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Critical Minerals
Explanation
Tamil Nadu leaders criticized the Union government's notification exempting the mining of critical minerals from public consultation.
Q4Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently announced that a location has been identified for a new airport in Tamil Nadu. Which city is this airport planned for?Options
ACoimbatoreBHosurCMaduraiDSalem
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Hosur
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin stated that a location has been identified for a new airport in Hosur, Tamil Nadu.
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Q5Chennai conservancy workers recently held a hunger strike. What was their primary demand, specifically against the privatization of solid waste management?Options
AIncreased wagesBBetter working conditionsCPermanency of employmentDHealthcare benefits
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Permanency of employment
Explanation
Chennai conservancy workers went on a hunger strike demanding permanency of employment and protesting against the privatization of solid waste management.
Q6Tamil Nadu has recently seen a gradual rise in the donation of which two specific types of human tissues/organs?Options
AKidney and LiverBEye and HeartCSkin and BoneDLungs and Pancreas
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Skin and Bone
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Tamil Nadu is experiencing a gradual rise in skin and bone donations.
Q7The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) recently established a flying squad to monitor environmental violations in which city?Options
AMaduraiBCoimbatoreCChennaiDTiruchi
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Tiruchi
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) has established a flying squad at Tiruchi to monitor environmental violations.
Q8The recent 'T.N. Rising' conclave, which secured significant investments, was held in which city of Tamil Nadu?Options
AChennaiBCoimbatoreCMaduraiDHosur
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Hosur
Explanation
The 'T.N. Rising' conclave, where significant investments were secured, was held in Hosur.
Q9Researchers have warned about an environmental threat to Tamil Nadu due to the trade of exotic pet species. What kind of threat is this?Options
AIncreased pollutionBSpread of new diseasesCInvasion from exotic pet speciesDDamage to agricultural land
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Invasion from exotic pet species
Explanation
Researchers warn of invasion from exotic pet species in Tamil Nadu due to trade, which poses an environmental threat.
Q10Which association from Tamil Nadu recently received the AIMA’s Best Management Association in India Award?Options
AChennai Chamber of CommerceBMadras Management AssociationCTamil Nadu Industries AssociationDCoimbatore Management Association
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Madras Management Association
Explanation
The Madras Management Association won AIMA’s Best Management Association in India Award.
Q11India's Fifth-Generation Advanced Fighter Jet Engine project involves a collaboration between DRDO and an aerospace company from which country?Options
AUnited StatesBRussiaCFranceDGermany
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France
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India's Fifth-Generation Advanced Fighter Jet Engine project involves collaboration between DRDO and French aerospace company Safran.
Q12What new term has the Union government adopted to replace the nomenclature 'Backward District'?Options
ADeveloping DistrictBGrowth DistrictCAspirational DistrictDFocus District
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Aspirational District
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The 'Aspirational District' Model replaces the 'Backward District' nomenclature.
Q13A committee recently visited the Mullaperiyar Dam and expressed satisfaction regarding its strength and stability. This dam is located in which state?Options
ATamil NaduBKarnatakaCKeralaDAndhra Pradesh
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Kerala
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The Mullaperiyar dam, located in Kerala, was recently visited by a committee which expressed satisfaction over its strength and stability.
Q14Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav highlighted 'Green Finance' as the cornerstone for what kind of growth?Options
AEconomic and Industrial growthBSustainable and collaborative growthCTechnological and Infrastructural growthDSocial and Cultural growth
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Sustainable and collaborative growth
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Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav highlighted Green Finance as the cornerstone for sustainable and collaborative growth.
Q15By which year is India projected to be among the top 5 shipbuilding nations globally?Options
A2030B2035C2047D2050
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2047
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India is poised to be among the top 5 shipbuilding nations by 2047.