Daily Current Affairs - 2025-09-22
Q1The Tamil Nadu government is set to sign an MoU with the Indian Railways in December for the Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) to take over the operations of which existing urban rail system?Options
AChennai Suburban RailwayBChennai Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS)CChennai MonorailDChennai Light Rail Transit (LRT)
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Correct answer
Chennai Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS)
Explanation
As per the news, CMRL is set to take over the operations of the Chennai Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) from Indian Railways.
Q2In a unique environmental initiative in Tamil Nadu, village mangrove councils will be empowered to handle World Bank funds for what purpose?Options
AFishermen welfare schemesBInland fisheries developmentCMangrove plantation and conservationDCoastal erosion prevention projects
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Correct answer
Mangrove plantation and conservation
Explanation
Village mangrove councils in Tamil Nadu will handle World Bank funds specifically for mangrove plantation and conservation efforts.
Q3What is the name of India's first integrated public transport ticketing application recently launched by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin in Chennai?Options
ANamma ChennaiBChennai Metro ConnectCChennai OneDMakkal Payanam
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Correct answer
Chennai One
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin launched “Chennai One” as India’s first integrated public transport ticketing app in Chennai.
Q4Canteens operated by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the 'Mahalir Thittam' scheme are set to be opened in which of the following institutions across Tamil Nadu?Options
AGovernment hospitalsBGovernment collegesCPublic librariesDLocal bus stands
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Correct answer
Government colleges
Explanation
Canteens operated by Mahalir Thittam SHGs are to be opened in government colleges across Tamil Nadu.
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Q5Which ancient archaeological excavation site in Tamil Nadu recently suffered damage due to extreme weather conditions, as highlighted in a news report?Options
AKeezhadiBAdichanallurCKodumanalDArikamedu
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Correct answer
Adichanallur
Explanation
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) excavation site in Adichanallur, Tamil Nadu, was recently reported to have suffered damage due to weather.
Q6The Madras High Court recently summoned the Commissioner of which Corporation to explain the contamination of drinking water supplied to residents of Chitlapakkam?Options
AChennai CorporationBMadurai CorporationCTambaram CorporationDCoimbatore Corporation
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Correct answer
Tambaram Corporation
Explanation
The Madras High Court summoned the Tambaram Corporation Commissioner regarding drinking water contamination in Chitlapakkam.
Q7A plea has been made to set up the 'Tamil Nadu Fireworks Corporation' for what primary purpose?Options
ATo promote firecracker exportsBTo provide training for fireworks manufacturingCTo oversee and regulate the fireworks industryDTo ban all firecracker sales in the state
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Correct answer
To oversee and regulate the fireworks industry
Explanation
The plea is to set up a corporation to oversee and regulate the fireworks industry in Tamil Nadu.
Q8The Tamil Nadu Farmers’ Association recently demanded a Minimum Support Price (MSP) of ₹15,000 per quintal for which agricultural crop?Options
APaddyBSugarcaneCTapiocaDMaize
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Correct answer
Tapioca
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Farmers’ Association has demanded a Minimum Support Price of ₹15,000 for tapioca.
Q9What was the name of the wild elephant recently captured by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department in the Nilgiris district, known for causing disturbances?Options
AChinnathambiBBahubaliCRadhakrishnanDKaruppan
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Correct answer
Radhakrishnan
Explanation
The elephant named 'Radhakrishnan' was captured by the T.N. Forest Department in the Nilgiris.
Q10Which international company has recently partnered with ISRO to provide advanced automation solutions for its space missions, including those at Sriharikota?Options
ASiemensBHoneywellCSchneider ElectricDABB
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Correct answer
Schneider Electric
Explanation
Schneider Electric has partnered with ISRO to power its space missions with advanced automation solutions at facilities like Sriharikota.
Q11The Union Government recently approved the release of how many additional LPG connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)?Options
A10 lakhB15 lakhC20 lakhD25 lakh
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Correct answer
25 lakh
Explanation
The government has approved the release of 25 lakh additional LPG connections under the Ujjwala scheme.
Q12What was the theme for the 10th National Ayurveda Day, celebrated by the Ministry of Ayush at AIIA Goa?Options
AAyurveda for Holistic HealthBAyurveda for People and PlanetCAyurveda for Sustainable LivingDAyurveda for Global Wellness
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Correct answer
Ayurveda for People and Planet
Explanation
The 10th National Ayurveda Day was celebrated with the theme “Ayurveda for People and Planet”.
Q13The 28th National Conference on e-Governance, which highlighted the role of Gram Panchayats in Digital Transformation, was held in which city?Options
AHyderabadBBengaluruCVisakhapatnamDChennai
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Correct answer
Visakhapatnam
Explanation
The 28th National Conference on e-Governance was held at Visakhapatnam.
Q14The Union Government recently approved a loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the Musi Riverfront Project. This project is associated with which Indian city?Options
ABengaluruBHyderabadCPuneDAhmedabad
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Correct answer
Hyderabad
Explanation
The Musi Riverfront Project for which an ADB loan was approved is located in Hyderabad.
Q15Which Indian space technology startup recently commissioned an additive manufacturing facility for rocket systems, enhancing self-reliance in the sector?Options
ASkyroot AerospaceBAgnikul CosmosCBellatrix AerospaceDDhruva Space
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Correct answer
Agnikul Cosmos
Explanation
Agnikul Cosmos commissioned an additive manufacturing facility for rocket systems.