Daily Current Affairs - 2026-01-18
Q1The Tamil Nadu government recently instituted a new literary award to recognize outstanding literary works. Which of the following is NOT among the seven Indian languages for which this award will be given?Options
ATeluguBKannadaCHindiDMarathi
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Correct answer
Hindi
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government announced new literary awards, including the 'Semmozhi National Literary Award', for outstanding works in seven non-Hindi Indian languages: Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Odia, Bengali, and Marathi. This initiative was launched in response to perceived delays and interference from the Sahitya Akademi.
Q2Researchers have recently unearthed ancient climate records from a lake in Tamil Nadu. These findings are significant for enabling which of the following strategies?Options
AUrban planning and infrastructure developmentBConservation and biodiversityCAgricultural productivity and crop rotationDRenewable energy generation
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Correct answer
Conservation and biodiversity
Explanation
The unearthed climate records from a Tamil Nadu lake are crucial for enabling conservation and biodiversity strategies.
Q3The Tamil Nadu government is setting up an International Bird Centre. In which district of Tamil Nadu will this centre be constructed?Options
ACuddaloreBVillupuramCChengalpattuDThanjavur
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Correct answer
Villupuram
Explanation
Bids have been invited for the construction of an International Bird Centre in Villupuram district.
Q4Anna University, a prominent institution in Tamil Nadu, has partnered with another state government to develop a drone ambulance. Which state government is collaborating with Anna University on this innovative project?Options
AKeralaBKarnatakaCAndhra PradeshDTelangana
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Correct answer
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation
Anna University has partnered with the Andhra Pradesh government to develop a drone ambulance.
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Q5The Forest Department in Tamil Nadu has intensified patrolling in a specific region to prevent illegal 'Vanga fox jallikattu'. In which district is Vazhapadi, the region mentioned in this context, located?Options
AErodeBKrishnagiriCSalemDCoimbatore
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Correct answer
Salem
Explanation
The Forest Department has intensified patrolling at Vazhapadi in Salem district to prevent 'Vanga fox jallikattu'.
Q6As per recent reports, what was the approximate water level recorded in the Papanasam dam, a significant reservoir in Tamil Nadu?Options
A100 feetB115 feetC122.80 feetD135 feet
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Correct answer
122.80 feet
Explanation
The water level in the Papanasam dam was recently reported to be 122.80 feet.
Q7Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi recently made a statement regarding the state's economic performance. What was his assessment of Tamil Nadu's pace of growth?Options
AOptimal and acceleratingBSuboptimal and requiring improvementCExceeding national averageDStagnant with no change
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Correct answer
Suboptimal and requiring improvement
Explanation
Governor R.N. Ravi stated that Tamil Nadu is currently experiencing a suboptimal pace of growth.
Q8ISRO recently launched a 4.4-tonne satellite primarily to enhance the communication capabilities of the Indian Navy. Which launch vehicle was used for this mission?Options
APSLVBGSLVCLVM3DSSLV
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Correct answer
LVM3
Explanation
ISRO utilized the LVM3 launch vehicle to put the 4.4-tonne satellite into orbit for the Indian Navy's communication grid.
Q9NITI Aayog recently released a significant report focusing on enhancing a crucial economic sector. Which sector was the subject of NITI Aayog’s report titled “Achieving Efficiencies in MSME Sector through Convergence of Schemes”?Options
AAgriculture SectorBMicro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) SectorCTourism SectorDRenewable Energy Sector
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Correct answer
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Sector
Explanation
The NITI Aayog report, as indicated by its title, focuses on achieving efficiencies in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Sector.
Q10According to recent reports from the Ministry of Finance, what was the growth percentage registered in Gross Direct Tax collections for the Financial Year (FY) 2021-22?Options
A25%B38%C47%D55%
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Correct answer
47%
Explanation
Gross Direct Tax collections for the Financial Year 2021-22 showed a significant growth of 47%.
Q11Which institution is responsible for releasing the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) in India, with the 2024 edition recently published?Options
AMinistry of Commerce and IndustryBReserve Bank of India (RBI)CNITI AayogDFederation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)
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Correct answer
NITI Aayog
Explanation
The Export Preparedness Index (EPI) is released by NITI Aayog.
Q12The India Meteorological Department (IMD) plans a major expansion of Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) in 2026. How many AWS will be installed in Chennai as part of this initiative?Options
A25B50C75D100
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Correct answer
50
Explanation
The IMD plans to install 50 Automatic Weather Stations each in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Pune in 2026.